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Q: How do I find journals for my research topic?

Search by a specific topic or keyword, then narrow results by subject, publisher, country, quartile or access model. Review each profile and its official website before submitting.

Q: What is a Q1 journal?

A Q1 journal is placed in the top quartile of a particular subject category within a named ranking system and year. A journal can have different quartiles across categories.

Q: Does JournalsWorld guarantee that a journal is indexed?

No. Indexing coverage changes. Researchers should verify current coverage directly with the named index and official publisher.

Q: How can I identify a questionable or predatory journal?

Check the publisher identity, editorial board, peer-review policy, fees, contact details, indexing claims and official domain. Be cautious of guaranteed acceptance or aggressive solicitation.

Search and compare scholarly journals by subject, country, publisher, quartile and open-access status. Review available metrics, scope and official links before submitting your manuscript.

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France

CIGRE Science and Engineering

Published by CIGRE

CIGRE Science and Engineering journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.173
H-index: 9
ISSN: 2426-1335

United Kingdom

The New Scientist

Published by Elsevier B.V.

The New Scientist journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.104
H-index: 20
ISSN: 0262-4079, 1356-1766, 2059-5387

United States

Scientific American

Published by Springer Nature

Scientific American journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.112
H-index: 106
ISSN: 0036-8733, 1946-7087

Poland

Zeszyty Wiejskie

Published by Lodz University Press

Zeszyty Wiejskie journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 2
ISSN: 1506-6541, 2657-4373

Germany

Zeitschrift fur Theologie und Kirche

Published by Mohr Siebeck GmbH and Co. KG

Zeitschrift fur Theologie und Kirche journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 9
ISSN: 0044-3549, 1868-7377

Germany

Zeitschrift fur Geschichtswissenschaft

Published by Metropol Verlag

Zeitschrift fur Geschichtswissenschaft journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 9
ISSN: 0044-2828

Germany

Zeitschrift fur Deutsches Altertum und Deutsche Literatur

Published by Franz Steiner Verlag GmbH

Zeitschrift fur Deutsches Altertum und Deutsche Literatur journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 6
ISSN: 0044-2518

Germany

Zeitschrift fur Agyptische Sprache und Altertumskunde

Published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH

Zeitschrift fur Agyptische Sprache und Altertumskunde journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 14
ISSN: 2196-713X, 0044-216X

Poland

Zagłada Żydów. Studia i Materialy

Published by Polish Center for Holocaust Research

Zagłada Żydów. Studia i Materialy journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 2
ISSN: 1895-247X, 2657-3571

United States

Woman’s Art Journal

Published by Old City Publishing

Woman's Art Journal journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 8
ISSN: 2158-8457, 0270-7993

Australia

Westerly

Published by Westerly Centre, The University of Western Australia

Westerly journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 6
ISSN: 0043-342X

Belgium

Volkskunde

Published by Centre for Study and Documentation

Volkskunde journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 5
ISSN: 0042-8523

Italy

Visual Ethnography

Published by Altrimedia Edizioni

Visual Ethnography journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 7
ISSN: 2499-9288, 2281-1605

United States

Virginia Quarterly Review

Published by University of Virginia

Virginia Quarterly Review journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 7
ISSN: 0042-675X, 2154-6932

United States

Victorian Poetry

Published by West Virginia University Press

Victorian Poetry journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 17
ISSN: 1530-7190, 0042-5206

United States

Victorian Periodicals Review

Published by Johns Hopkins University Press

Victorian Periodicals Review journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 17
ISSN: 1712-526X, 0709-4698

Italy

Versus

Published by Societa Editrice Il Mulino

Versus journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 4
ISSN: 2612-0909, 0393-8255

Spain

Veredes, Arquitectura y Divulgacion

Published by Alberto Alonso Oro

Veredes, Arquitectura y Divulgacion journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 1
ISSN: 2659-9139, 2659-9198

Portugal

Veredas

Published by International Association of Lusitanistas

Veredas journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 1
ISSN: 2183-816X, 0874-5102

Italy

Urbanform and Design

Published by Gruppo editoriale Tab S.r.l.

Urbanform and Design journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 2
ISSN: 2384-9207, 2612-3754

Colombia

Universitas Philosophica

Published by Pontificia Universidad Javeriana

Universitas Philosophica journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 3
ISSN: 2346-2426

Canada

Toronto Journal of Theology

Published by University of Toronto Press

Toronto Journal of Theology journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 7
ISSN: 0826-9831, 1918-6371

Japan

Tokyo Jikeikai Medical Journal

Published by Jikei University School of Medicine

Tokyo Jikeikai Medical Journal journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 4
ISSN: 0375-9172

Germany

Theologische Literaturzeitung

Published by Evangelische Verlagsanstalt GmbH

Theologische Literaturzeitung journal profile: ISSN, publisher, research information, recent articles and official links.

SJR: 0.1
H-index: 6
ISSN: 0040-5671

MAKE AN INFORMED CHOICE

How to choose an academic journal

A journal’s topic fit, audience, peer-review process, publishing model and official submission guidance matter more than a single metric. Always confirm current information on the publisher’s official website before submitting.

Check scope and audienceConfirm that your manuscript matches the stated aims and recent publications.
Review metrics carefullyQuartile, SJR, H-index and Impact Factor measure different things and may change yearly.
Verify fees and accessCheck APCs, waivers, licenses and open-access terms on the official website.
Assess trust signalsReview the publisher, editorial board, peer-review policy, indexing claims and contacts.

Understanding journal information

Quartile ranking

Q1–Q4 shows relative position within a subject category for a particular system and year.

Impact Factor and SJR

These are different citation indicators. Compare similar disciplines and confirm the source year.

H-index

H-index combines publication volume and citations. It should not be used alone to judge quality.

Open access

Open access describes reader availability; it does not automatically indicate quality or the absence of fees.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Academic journal FAQ

How do I find journals for my research topic?

Search by topic or keyword and narrow results by subject, publisher, country, quartile or access model. Review the journal profile and official website before submitting.

What is a Q1 journal?

A Q1 journal is placed in the top quartile of a subject category within a named ranking system and year. A journal may have different quartiles across categories.

Does JournalsWorld guarantee that a journal is indexed?

No. Indexing coverage changes. Verify current coverage directly with the named index and official publisher.

How can I identify a questionable or predatory journal?

Check publisher identity, editorial board, peer-review policy, fees, contacts, indexing claims and the official domain. Be cautious of guaranteed acceptance.

Are Impact Factor, SJR and H-index the same?

No. They use different data sources and methods. Interpret each metric with its source, year and discipline context.

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