Signs

About Signs

About Signs

Signs is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal published by 40 (United States). It focuses on Q1. Publication coverage spans 1979, 1985-1987, 1989, 1991, 1993, 1996, 1998-2026.

Key indicators: ISSN 1545-6943, 0097-9740; H-index 96.

Understanding This Journal's Metrics

Journal metrics help researchers assess fit, but they must be interpreted in context:

• H-index (96): Strong citation impact — 96 articles cited at least 96 times each, reflecting solid influence.

Publishing in Signs

An established venue in its field. The journal welcomes solid, well-executed research. Ensure your manuscript fits the stated scope and follows author guidelines carefully.

• Scope fit: Confirm your research aligns with Q1. Off-scope manuscripts are typically desk-rejected quickly.
• Author guidelines: Follow formatting, reference style, and article-type requirements exactly — non-compliant manuscripts may be returned without review.

Is This Journal Right for Your Paper?

• Audience match: Will the journal's readers cite and build on your findings?
• Timeline: Higher-tier journals mean longer review and higher rejection risk. Balance prestige against your schedule.
• Indexing: Confirm indexing in Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed (if biomedical) meets your institutional requirements.
• Open access needs: Check funder mandates and whether the journal offers compliant OA options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ISSN of Signs?
1545-6943, 0097-9740.

Who publishes Signs?
40.

What are Signs's metrics?
H-index 96.

Is Signs peer-reviewed?
Yes — it is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal indexed in major academic databases.