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Surface Science

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

2.00

h-Index

2022-2023

 155

Rank

2022-2023

 10274

SJR

2022-2023

 0.504

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 Surface Science
Abbreviation Surf. Sci.
Publication Type Journal
Subject Area, Categories, Scope Condensed Matter Physics (Q2); Materials Chemistry (Q2); Surfaces and Interfaces (Q2); Surfaces, Coatings and Films (Q2)
h-index 155
Overall Rank/Ranking 10274
SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) 0.504
Impact Score 2.00
Publisher Elsevier
Country Netherlands
ISSN 00396028
Best Quartile Q2
Coverage History 1964-2023




About Surface Science


Surface Science is a journal covering the technologies/fields/categories related to Condensed Matter Physics (Q2); Materials Chemistry (Q2); Surfaces and Interfaces (Q2); Surfaces, Coatings and Films (Q2). It is published by Elsevier. The overall rank of Surface Science is 10274. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 0.504. 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 155. The best quartile for this journal is Q2.

The ISSN of Surface Science journal is 00396028. 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. Surface Science is cited by a total of 875 articles during the last 3 years (Preceding 2022).


Surface Science Impact IF 2022-2023


The Impact IF 2022 of Surface Science is 2.00, which is computed in 2023 as per its definition. Surface Science IF is increased by a factor of 0.13 and approximate percentage change is 6.95% 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

Surface Science Impact IF 2023 Prediction


Impact IF 2022 of Surface Science is 2.00. If the same upward trend persists, Impact IF may rise in 2023 as well.


Impact IF Trend


Year wise Impact IF of Surface Science. Based on Scopus data.


Year Impact IF
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 2.00
2021 1.87
2020 1.95
2019 1.53
2018 1.92
2017 1.99
2016 2.06
2015 2.00
2014 1.97

Surface Science h-index


  Table Setting

Surface Science has an h-index of 155. It means 155 articles of this journal have more than 155 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.




Surface Science ISSN


The ISSN of Surface Science is 00396028. 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

Surface Science Rank and SCImago Journal Rank (SJR)


The overall rank of Surface Science is 10274. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 0.504. 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 Surface Science by Year


Year SJR
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 0.504
2021 0.478
2020 0.562
2019 0.609
2018 0.677
2017 0.810
2016 0.746
2015 0.747
2014 0.818

Ranking of Surface Science by Year


Year Ranking
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 10274
2021 10453
2020 8988
2019 8136
2018 7104
2017 5746
2016 6284
2015 6356
2014 5578

Surface Science Publisher


Table Setting

Surface Science is published by Elsevier. It's publishing house is located in Netherlands. Coverage history of this journal is as following: 1964-2023. 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 Surface Science is Surf. Sci.. This abbreviation ('Surf. Sci.') 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 Surface Science


If your research field is/are related to Condensed Matter Physics (Q2); Materials Chemistry (Q2); Surfaces and Interfaces (Q2); Surfaces, Coatings and Films (Q2), 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 Surface Science?

Surface Science latest impact IF is 2.00. It's evaluated in the year 2022. The highest and the lowest impact IF or impact score of this journal are 2.06 (2016) and 1.53 (2019), respectively, in the last 9 years. Moreover, its average IS is 1.92 in the previous 9 years.


What's the SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) of the Surface Science?

The Surface Science has an SJR (SCImago Journal Rank) of 0.504, 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 0.818 in 2014 and the lowest being 0.478 in 2021. Furthermore, the average SJR of the Surface Science over the previous 9-year period stands at 1.92.


What's the latest h-index of the Surface Science?

The latest h-index of the Surface Science is 155.


Who's the publisher of the Surface Science?

The Surface Science is published by the Elsevier, with its country of publication being the Netherlands.


What's the current ranking of the Surface Science?

The Surface Science is currently ranked 10274 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 5578 in 2014 and its lowest position of 10453 in 2021.


What's the abbreviation or short name for the Surface Science?

The standard ISO4 abbreviation for the Surface Science is Surf. Sci..


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

Surface Science is classified as a journal that the Elsevier publishes.


What's the scope or major areas of the Surface Science?

The Surface Science encompasses the following areas:

  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Materials Chemistry
  • Surfaces and Interfaces
  • Surfaces, Coatings and Films

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


What's the ISSN of the Surface Science?

The Surface Science is assigned the following International Standard Serial Numbers (ISSN): 00396028.


What's the best quartile of the Surface Science?

The best quartile for the Surface Science is Q2 (2022).


What's the coverage history of the Surface Science?

The Surface Science coverage history can be summarized as follows: 1964-2023.


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 Surface Science

Impact Score Table

Year Impact Score (IS)
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 2.00
2021 1.87
2020 1.95
2019 1.53
2018 1.92
2017 1.99
2016 2.06
2015 2.00
2014 1.97



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