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Biophysical Journal

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

Last Updated on September 3, 2024

Impact Score

2023-2024

2.74

h-Index

2023-2024

 295

Rank

2023-2024

 3342

SJR

2023-2024

 1.188

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 Biophysical Journal
Abbreviation Biophys. J.
Publication Type Journal
Subject Area, Categories, Scope Biophysics (Q1)
h-index 295
Overall Rank/Ranking 3342
SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) 1.188
Impact Score 2.74
Publisher Biophysical Society
Country United States
ISSN 15420086, 00063495
Best Quartile Q1
Coverage History 1960-2023




Aim and Scope


Cell Press was chosen by the Biophysical Society to publish its premier journal, beginning in January 2009. Published semimonthly, the Biophysical Journal presents original articles, letters and reviews on the most important developments in modern biophysics, emphasizing the molecular and cellular aspects of biology. Topics covered include: Channels, Receptors, and Electrical Signaling; proteins; biophysical theory and modeling; cell biophysics; photobiophysics; membranes; spectroscopy, imaging, other techniques; muscle and contractility; supramolecular assemblies; bioenergetics; nucleic acids; electrophysiology.


About Biophysical Journal


Biophysical Journal is a journal covering the technologies/fields/categories related to Biophysics (Q1). It is published by Biophysical Society. The overall rank of Biophysical Journal is 3342. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 1.188. 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 295. The best quartile for this journal is Q1.

The ISSN of Biophysical Journal journal is 15420086, 00063495. 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. Biophysical Journal is cited by a total of 4003 articles during the last 3 years (Preceding 2023).


Biophysical Journal Impact IF 2023-2024


The Impact IF 2023 of Biophysical Journal is 2.74, which is computed in 2024 as per its definition. Biophysical Journal IF is decreased by a factor of 0.3 and approximate percentage change is -9.87% when compared to preceding year 2022, 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

Biophysical Journal Impact IF 2024 Prediction


Impact IF 2023 of Biophysical Journal is 2.74. If the same downward trend persists, Impact IF may fall in 2024 as well.


Impact IF Trend


Year wise Impact IF of Biophysical Journal. Based on Scopus data.


Year Impact IF
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2023 2.74
2022 3.04
2021 3.04
2020 3.26
2019 3.35
2018 3.21
2017 3.14
2016 3.21
2015 3.40
2014 3.76

Biophysical Journal h-index


  Table Setting

Biophysical Journal has an h-index of 295. It means 295 articles of this journal have more than 295 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.




Biophysical Journal ISSN


The ISSN of Biophysical Journal is 15420086, 00063495. 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

Biophysical Journal Rank and SCImago Journal Rank (SJR)


The overall rank of Biophysical Journal is 3342. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 1.188. 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 Biophysical Journal by Year


Year SJR
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2023 1.188
2022 1.216
2021 1.243
2020 1.713
2019 1.833
2018 2.018
2017 1.949
2016 1.988
2015 2.130
2014 2.210

Ranking of Biophysical Journal by Year


Year Ranking
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2023 3342
2022 3021
2021 2871
2020 1771
2019 1531
2018 1347
2017 1450
2016 1413
2015 1283
2014 1154

Biophysical Journal Publisher


Table Setting

Biophysical Journal is published by Biophysical Society. It's publishing house is located in United States. Coverage history of this journal is as following: 1960-2023. 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 Biophysical Journal is Biophys. J.. This abbreviation ('Biophys. J.') 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 Biophysical Journal


If your research field is/are related to Biophysics (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 Biophysical Journal?

Biophysical Journal latest impact IF is 2.74. It's evaluated in the year 2023. The highest and the lowest impact IF or impact score of this journal are 3.76 (2014) and 2.74 (2023), respectively, in the last 10 years. Moreover, its average IS is 3.22 in the previous 10 years.


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

The Biophysical Journal has an SJR (SCImago Journal Rank) of 1.188, according to the latest data. It is computed in the year 2024. In the past 10 years, this journal has recorded a range of SJR, with the highest being 2.210 in 2014 and the lowest being 1.188 in 2023. Furthermore, the average SJR of the Biophysical Journal over the previous 10-year period stands at 3.22.


What's the latest h-index of the Biophysical Journal?

The latest h-index of the Biophysical Journal is 295.


Who's the publisher of the Biophysical Journal?

The Biophysical Journal is published by the Biophysical Society, with its country of publication being the United States.


What's the current ranking of the Biophysical Journal?

The Biophysical Journal is currently ranked 3342 out of 27955 Journals, Conferences, and Book Series in the latest ranking. Over the course of the last 10 years, this journal has experienced varying rankings, reaching its highest position of 1154 in 2014 and its lowest position of 3342 in 2023.


What's the abbreviation or short name for the Biophysical Journal?

The standard ISO4 abbreviation for the Biophysical Journal is Biophys. J..


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

Biophysical Journal is classified as a journal that the Biophysical Society publishes.


What's the scope or major areas of the Biophysical Journal?

The Biophysical Journal encompasses the following areas:

  • Biophysics

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


What's the ISSN of the Biophysical Journal?

The Biophysical Journal is assigned the following International Standard Serial Numbers (ISSN): 15420086, 00063495.


What's the best quartile of the Biophysical Journal?

The best quartile for the Biophysical Journal is Q1 (2023).


What's the coverage history of the Biophysical Journal?

The Biophysical Journal coverage history can be summarized as follows: 1960-2023.


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 Biophysical Journal

Impact Score Table

Year Impact Score (IS)
2024/2025 Coming Soon
2023 2.74
2022 3.04
2021 3.04
2020 3.26
2019 3.35
2018 3.21
2017 3.14
2016 3.21
2015 3.40
2014 3.76



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