Journal Metrics

The International Journal of Public Health Science (IJPHS) monitors and shares key metrics to provide transparency regarding the visibility, reach, and impact of the journal within the scholarly community. These metrics are collected from various publicly accessible platforms that track citations, article usage, and indexing data.

Below are some of the current indicators of IJPHS’s journal performance:

Indexing and Recognition

1. Google Scholar

IJPHS is indexed in Google Scholar, which provides citation data and metrics that reflect the journal’s scholarly influence. Citation metrics for IJPHS are tracked in real time via Google Scholar. You can view updated citation counts, h-index, and i10-index at the following link:

View IJPHS on Google Scholar

2. Dimensions

IJPHS is also indexed in Dimensions, a global citation and research data platform that tracks article-level metrics. Through Dimensions, readers and authors can:

  • View total citation counts for individual articles
  • Explore article performance by topic and keyword
  • Track citations over time

View IJPHS on Dimensions

Editorial Process & Summary Metrics

  • Peer Review Model: Single-blind
  • Average Time to First Decision: 8–12 weeks
  • Average Time from Submission to Acceptance: 12–20 weeks
  • Acceptance Rate: Over the past three years, IJPHS has maintained an average acceptance rate of approximately 30%, reflecting a selective and rigorous editorial process.

Publication Statistics

  • Publication Frequency: Quarterly (March, June, September, December)
  • Articles Published per Year: Approximately 150–250

Open Access & Licensing

IJPHS is published under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License (CC BY-SA). All articles are immediately open access, freely available to readers worldwide. Authors retain copyright while granting the journal the right of first publication.

Archiving & Digital Preservation

  • DOI: Assigned via CrossRef for all published articles
  • Preservation Platforms: LOCKSS, CLOCKSS, PKP PLN
  • Ensures long-term accessibility and reliable archiving of all published content.