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Communication Theory

Impact, Factor and Metrics, Impact Score, Ranking, h-index, SJR, Rating, Publisher, ISSN, and More

Last Updated on October 31, 2023

Impact Score

2022-2023

4.79

h-Index

2022-2023

 94

Rank

2022-2023

 2122

SJR

2022-2023

 1.505

Note: The impact score or impact index shown here is equivalent to the average number of times documents published in a journal/conference in the past two years have been cited in the current year (i.e., Cites / Doc. (2 years)). It is based on Scopus data and can be a little higher or different compared to the impact factor (IF) produced by Journal Citation Report. Please refer to the Web of Science data source to check the exact journal impact factor ™ (Thomson Reuters) metric.

Important Metrics and Factor

Title Communication Theory
Abbreviation Commun. Theory
Publication Type Journal
Subject Area, Categories, Scope Communication (Q1); Linguistics and Language (Q1)
h-index 94
Overall Rank/Ranking 2122
SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) 1.505
Impact Score 4.79
Publisher Wiley-Blackwell
Country United States
ISSN 14682885, 10503293
Best Quartile Q1
Coverage History 1991-2022




About Communication Theory


Communication Theory is a journal covering the technologies/fields/categories related to Communication (Q1); Linguistics and Language (Q1). It is published by Wiley-Blackwell. The overall rank of Communication Theory is 2122. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 1.505. SCImago Journal Rank is an indicator, which measures the scientific influence of journals. It considers the number of citations received by a journal and the importance of the journals from where these citations come. SJR acts as an alternative to the Journal Impact Factor (or an average number of citations received in last 2 years). This journal has an h-index of 94. The best quartile for this journal is Q1.

The ISSN of Communication Theory journal is 14682885, 10503293. An International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) is a unique code of 8 digits. It is used for the recognition of journals, newspapers, periodicals, and magazines in all kind of forms, be it print-media or electronic. Communication Theory is cited by a total of 423 articles during the last 3 years (Preceding 2022).


Communication Theory Impact IF 2022-2023


The Impact IF 2022 of Communication Theory is 4.79, which is computed in 2023 as per its definition. Communication Theory IF is increased by a factor of 1.5 and approximate percentage change is 45.59% when compared to preceding year 2021, which shows a rising trend. The impact IF, also denoted as Journal impact score (JIS), of an academic journal is a measure of the yearly average number of citations to recent articles published in that journal. It is based on Scopus data.

Table Setting

Communication Theory Impact IF 2023 Prediction


Impact IF 2022 of Communication Theory is 4.79. If the same upward trend persists, Impact IF may rise in 2023 as well.


Impact IF Trend


Year wise Impact IF of Communication Theory. Based on Scopus data.


Year Impact IF
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 4.79
2021 3.29
2020 2.28
2019 2.44
2018 4.34
2017 3.06
2016 3.35
2015 3.91
2014 3.47

Communication Theory h-index


  Table Setting

Communication Theory has an h-index of 94. It means 94 articles of this journal have more than 94 number of citations. The h-index is a way of measuring the productivity and citation impact of the publications. The h-index is defined as the maximum value of h such that the given journal/author has published h papers that have each been cited at least h number of times.




Communication Theory ISSN


The ISSN of Communication Theory is 14682885, 10503293. ISSN stands for International Standard Serial Number.

An ISSN is a unique code of 8 digits. It is used for the recognition of journals, newspapers, periodicals, and magazines in all kind of forms, be it print-media or electronic.

Table Setting

Communication Theory Rank and SCImago Journal Rank (SJR)


The overall rank of Communication Theory is 2122. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 1.505. SCImago Journal Rank is an indicator, which measures the scientific influence of journals. It considers the number of citations received by a journal and the importance of the journals from where these citations come.

SJR of Communication Theory by Year


Year SJR
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 1.505
2021 1.627
2020 1.671
2019 2.185
2018 2.859
2017 2.424
2016 2.283
2015 2.875
2014 1.440

Ranking of Communication Theory by Year


Year Ranking
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 2122
2021 1818
2020 1862
2019 1126
2018 714
2017 979
2016 1099
2015 709
2014 2465

Communication Theory Publisher


Table Setting

Communication Theory is published by Wiley-Blackwell. It's publishing house is located in United States. Coverage history of this journal is as following: 1991-2022. The organization or individual who handles the printing and distribution of printed or digital publications is known as Publisher.


Call For Papers


Visit the official website of the journal/conference to check the further details about the call for papers.


Abbreviation


The IS0 4 standard abbreviation of Communication Theory is Commun. Theory. This abbreviation ('Commun. Theory') is well recommended and approved for the purpose of indexing, abstraction, referencing and citing goals. It meets all the essential criteria of ISO 4 standard.

ISO 4 (International Organization for Standardization 4) is an international standard that defines a uniform and consistent system for abbreviating serial publication titles and journals.


How to publish in Communication Theory


If your research field is/are related to Communication (Q1); Linguistics and Language (Q1), then please visit the official website of this journal.


Acceptance Rate


The acceptance rate/percentage of any academic journal/conference depends upon many parameters. Some of the critical parameters are listed below.

  • The demand or interest of researchers/scientists in publishing in a specific Journal/Conference.
  • Peer review complexity and timeline.
  • The mix of unsolicited and invited submissions.
  • The time it takes from manuscript submission to final publication.
  • And Many More.

It is essential to understand that the acceptance rate/rejection rate of papers varies among journals. Some Journals considers all the manuscripts submissions as a basis of acceptance rate computation. On the other hand, few consider the only manuscripts sent for peer review or few even not bother about the accurate maintenance of total submissions. Hence, it can provide a rough estimation only.

The best way to find out the acceptance rate is to reach out to the associated editor or to check the official website of the Journal/Conference.



Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


What's the latest impact IF of the Communication Theory?

Communication Theory latest impact IF is 4.79. It's evaluated in the year 2022. The highest and the lowest impact IF or impact score of this journal are 4.79 (2022) and 2.28 (2020), respectively, in the last 9 years. Moreover, its average IS is 3.44 in the previous 9 years.


What's the SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) of the Communication Theory?

The Communication Theory has an SJR (SCImago Journal Rank) of 1.505, according to the latest data. It is computed in the year 2023. In the past 9 years, this journal has recorded a range of SJR, with the highest being 2.875 in 2015 and the lowest being 1.440 in 2014. Furthermore, the average SJR of the Communication Theory over the previous 9-year period stands at 3.44.


What's the latest h-index of the Communication Theory?

The latest h-index of the Communication Theory is 94.


Who's the publisher of the Communication Theory?

The Communication Theory is published by the Wiley-Blackwell, with its country of publication being the United States.


What's the current ranking of the Communication Theory?

The Communication Theory is currently ranked 2122 out of 27955 Journals, Conferences, and Book Series in the latest ranking. Over the course of the last 9 years, this journal has experienced varying rankings, reaching its highest position of 709 in 2015 and its lowest position of 2465 in 2014.


What's the abbreviation or short name for the Communication Theory?

The standard ISO4 abbreviation for the Communication Theory is Commun. Theory.


Is the "Communication Theory" classified as a Journal, Conference and Proceedings, Trade Journal or Book Series?

Communication Theory is classified as a journal that the Wiley-Blackwell publishes.


What's the scope or major areas of the Communication Theory?

The Communication Theory encompasses the following areas:

  • Communication
  • Linguistics and Language

For a more comprehensive understanding of its scope, check the official website of this journal.


What's the ISSN of the Communication Theory?

The Communication Theory is assigned the following International Standard Serial Numbers (ISSN): 14682885, 10503293.


What's the best quartile of the Communication Theory?

The best quartile for the Communication Theory is Q1 (2022).


What's the coverage history of the Communication Theory?

The Communication Theory coverage history can be summarized as follows: 1991-2022.


Credits and Sources


  • Scimago Journal & Country Rank (SJR), https://www.scimagojr.com/
  • Journal Impact Factor, https://clarivate.com/



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Year wise Impact Score (IS) of Communication Theory

Impact Score Table

Year Impact Score (IS)
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 4.79
2021 3.29
2020 2.28
2019 2.44
2018 4.34
2017 3.06
2016 3.35
2015 3.91
2014 3.47



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