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Library and Information Science Research

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

Last Updated on June 27, 2025

Impact Score

2024-2025

3.05

h-Index

2024-2025

 70

Rank

2024-2025

 7815

SJR

2024-2025

 0.721

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 Library and Information Science Research
Abbreviation Libr. Inf. Sci. Res.
Publication Type Journal
Subject Area, Categories, Scope Library and Information Sciences (Q1); Information Systems (Q2)
h-index 70
Overall Rank/Ranking 7815
SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) 0.721
Impact Score 3.05
Publisher Elsevier B.V.
Country United Kingdom
ISSN 7408188
Best Quartile Q1
Coverage History 1987-2024




About Library and Information Science Research


Library and Information Science Research is a journal covering the technologies/fields/categories related to Library and Information Sciences (Q1); Information Systems (Q2). It is published by Elsevier B.V.. The overall rank of Library and Information Science Research is 7815. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 0.721. 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 70. The best quartile for this journal is Q1.

The ISSN of Library and Information Science Research journal is 7408188. 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. Library and Information Science Research is cited by a total of 438 articles during the last 3 years (Preceding 2024).


Library and Information Science Research Impact IF 2024-2025


The Impact IF 2024 of Library and Information Science Research is 3.05, which is computed in 2025 as per its definition. Library and Information Science Research IF is decreased by a factor of 0.17 and approximate percentage change is -5.28% when compared to preceding year 2023, which shows a falling 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

Library and Information Science Research Impact IF 2025 Prediction


Impact IF 2024 of Library and Information Science Research is 3.05. If the same downward trend persists, Impact IF may fall in 2025 as well.


Impact IF Trend


Year wise Impact IF of Library and Information Science Research. Based on Scopus data.


Year Impact IF
2025/2026 Coming Soon
2024 3.05
2023 3.22
2022 2.93
2021 2.80
2020 2.59
2019 1.76
2018 1.38
2017 1.44
2016 1.75
2015 1.99
2014 1.99

Library and Information Science Research h-index


  Table Setting

Library and Information Science Research has an h-index of 70. It means 70 articles of this journal have more than 70 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.




Library and Information Science Research ISSN


The ISSN of Library and Information Science Research is 7408188. 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

Library and Information Science Research Rank and SCImago Journal Rank (SJR)


The overall rank of Library and Information Science Research is 7815. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 0.721. 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 Library and Information Science Research by Year


Year SJR
2025/2026 Coming Soon
2024 0.721
2023 0.696
2022 0.782
2021 0.921
2020 1.225
2019 0.992
2018 0.790
2017 1.188
2016 0.949
2015 1.578
2014 1.681

Ranking of Library and Information Science Research by Year


Year Ranking
2025/2026 Coming Soon
2024 7815
2023 7534
2022 6174
2021 4640
2020 3196
2019 4400
2018 5978
2017 3368
2016 4749
2015 2180
2014 1905

Library and Information Science Research Publisher


Table Setting

Library and Information Science Research is published by Elsevier B.V.. It's publishing house is located in United Kingdom. Coverage history of this journal is as following: 1987-2024. 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 Library and Information Science Research is Libr. Inf. Sci. Res.. This abbreviation ('Libr. Inf. Sci. Res.') 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 Library and Information Science Research


If your research field is/are related to Library and Information Sciences (Q1); Information Systems (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 Library and Information Science Research?

Library and Information Science Research latest impact IF is 3.05. It's evaluated in the year 2024. The highest and the lowest impact IF or impact score of this journal are 3.22 (2023) and 1.38 (2018), respectively, in the last 11 years. Moreover, its average IS is 2.26 in the previous 11 years.


What's the SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) of the Library and Information Science Research?

The Library and Information Science Research has an SJR (SCImago Journal Rank) of 0.721, according to the latest data. It is computed in the year 2025. In the past 11 years, this journal has recorded a range of SJR, with the highest being 1.681 in 2014 and the lowest being 0.696 in 2023. Furthermore, the average SJR of the Library and Information Science Research over the previous 11-year period stands at 2.26.


What's the latest h-index of the Library and Information Science Research?

The latest h-index of the Library and Information Science Research is 70.


Who's the publisher of the Library and Information Science Research?

The Library and Information Science Research is published by the Elsevier B.V., with its country of publication being the United Kingdom.


What's the current ranking of the Library and Information Science Research?

The Library and Information Science Research is currently ranked 7815 out of 27955 Journals, Conferences, and Book Series in the latest ranking. Over the course of the last 11 years, this journal has experienced varying rankings, reaching its highest position of 1905 in 2014 and its lowest position of 7815 in 2024.


What's the abbreviation or short name for the Library and Information Science Research?

The standard ISO4 abbreviation for the Library and Information Science Research is Libr. Inf. Sci. Res..


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

Library and Information Science Research is classified as a journal that the Elsevier B.V. publishes.


What's the scope or major areas of the Library and Information Science Research?

The Library and Information Science Research encompasses the following areas:

  • Library and Information Sciences
  • Information Systems

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


What's the ISSN of the Library and Information Science Research?

The Library and Information Science Research is assigned the following International Standard Serial Numbers (ISSN): 7408188.


What's the best quartile of the Library and Information Science Research?

The best quartile for the Library and Information Science Research is Q1 (2024).


What's the coverage history of the Library and Information Science Research?

The Library and Information Science Research coverage history can be summarized as follows: 1987-2024.


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 Library and Information Science Research

Impact Score Table

Year Impact Score (IS)
2025/2026 Coming Soon
2024 3.05
2023 3.22
2022 2.93
2021 2.80
2020 2.59
2019 1.76
2018 1.38
2017 1.44
2016 1.75
2015 1.99
2014 1.99



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