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Science Communication

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

7.10

h-Index

2022-2023

 70

Rank

2022-2023

 1455

SJR

2022-2023

 1.886

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 Science Communication
Abbreviation Sci. Commun.
Publication Type Journal
Subject Area, Categories, Scope Sociology and Political Science (Q1)
h-index 70
Overall Rank/Ranking 1455
SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) 1.886
Impact Score 7.10
Publisher SAGE Publications Inc.
Country United States
ISSN 15528545, 10755470
Best Quartile Q1
Coverage History 1979-2022




Aim and Scope


Science Communication is an international, interdisciplinary social science journal that examines the nature of expertise, the diffusion of knowledge, and the communication of science and technology among professionals and to the public. Science Communication welcomes submissions from authors from all disciplines (e.g., social sciences, policy sciences, economics, and history) and organizations (e.g., universities, government, and the private sector). Preference is given to articles that bridge the gap between theory and practice and that have application beyond one discipline.


About Science Communication


Science Communication is a journal covering the technologies/fields/categories related to Sociology and Political Science (Q1). It is published by SAGE Publications Inc.. The overall rank of Science Communication is 1455. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 1.886. 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 Science Communication journal is 15528545, 10755470. 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. Science Communication is cited by a total of 702 articles during the last 3 years (Preceding 2022).


Science Communication Impact IF 2022-2023


The Impact IF 2022 of Science Communication is 7.10, which is computed in 2023 as per its definition. Science Communication IF is increased by a factor of 2 and approximate percentage change is 39.22% 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

Science Communication Impact IF 2023 Prediction


Impact IF 2022 of Science Communication is 7.10. If the same upward trend persists, Impact IF may rise in 2023 as well.


Impact IF Trend


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


Year Impact IF
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 7.10
2021 5.10
2020 3.15
2019 2.61
2018 1.90
2017 2.28
2016 1.88
2015 2.43
2014 2.33

Science Communication h-index


  Table Setting

Science Communication 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.




Science Communication ISSN


The ISSN of Science Communication is 15528545, 10755470. 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

Science Communication Rank and SCImago Journal Rank (SJR)


The overall rank of Science Communication is 1455. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 1.886. 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 Science Communication by Year


Year SJR
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 1.886
2021 1.489
2020 1.380
2019 1.240
2018 0.888
2017 0.777
2016 1.207
2015 0.935
2014 0.945

Ranking of Science Communication by Year


Year Ranking
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 1455
2021 2117
2020 2627
2019 3080
2018 5134
2017 6032
2016 3337
2015 4873
2014 4700

Science Communication Publisher


Table Setting

Science Communication is published by SAGE Publications Inc.. It's publishing house is located in United States. Coverage history of this journal is as following: 1979-2022. 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 Science Communication is Sci. Commun.. This abbreviation ('Sci. Commun.') 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 Science Communication


If your research field is/are related to Sociology and Political Science (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 Science Communication?

Science Communication latest impact IF is 7.10. It's evaluated in the year 2022. The highest and the lowest impact IF or impact score of this journal are 7.10 (2022) and 1.88 (2016), respectively, in the last 9 years. Moreover, its average IS is 3.2 in the previous 9 years.


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

The Science Communication has an SJR (SCImago Journal Rank) of 1.886, 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 1.886 in 2022 and the lowest being 0.777 in 2017. Furthermore, the average SJR of the Science Communication over the previous 9-year period stands at 3.2.


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

The latest h-index of the Science Communication is 70.


Who's the publisher of the Science Communication?

The Science Communication is published by the SAGE Publications Inc., with its country of publication being the United States.


What's the current ranking of the Science Communication?

The Science Communication is currently ranked 1455 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 1455 in 2022 and its lowest position of 6032 in 2017.


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

The standard ISO4 abbreviation for the Science Communication is Sci. Commun..


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

Science Communication is classified as a journal that the SAGE Publications Inc. publishes.


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

The Science Communication encompasses the following areas:

  • Sociology and Political Science

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


What's the ISSN of the Science Communication?

The Science Communication is assigned the following International Standard Serial Numbers (ISSN): 15528545, 10755470.


What's the best quartile of the Science Communication?

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


What's the coverage history of the Science Communication?

The Science Communication coverage history can be summarized as follows: 1979-2022.


Credits and Sources


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



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Analysis in Theory and Applications journal 19346 Springer Netherlands 11 0.00
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Criminal Justice Review journal 8738 SAGE Publications Inc. 41 1.30
Journal of International Financial Management and Accounting journal 6179 Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Ltd 42 6.09
Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice journal 338 Wiley-Blackwell 185 12.75
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Materials Research journal 14791 Universidade Federal de Sao Carlos 65 1.62
International Journal of Research and Method in Education journal 5180 Taylor and Francis Ltd. 34 2.49
Built Environment journal 12797 Alexandrine Press 43 1.15
Journal of Immigrant and Refugee Studies journal 9246 Routledge 32 1.46

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Year wise Impact Score (IS) of Science Communication

Impact Score Table

Year Impact Score (IS)
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 7.10
2021 5.10
2020 3.15
2019 2.61
2018 1.90
2017 2.28
2016 1.88
2015 2.43
2014 2.33



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