Applied Geophysics Journal Citation Rate 2026
1672-7975
eISSN 1993-0658
Springer Nature
CN
Q3 Quartile Fast Review
About Applied Geophysics
Applied Geophysics (AG) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering Geophysical Methods and Applications and Geophysical and Geoelectrical Methods, published by Springer Nature in CN, catalogued under ISSN 1672-7975 (e-ISSN 1993-0658). As of 2026, it has a 2023 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 0.67 (Q3 quartile) — the average number of citations its recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data, not the Clarivate (JCR) Impact Factor. It operates a subscription model. OpenAlex records 1,485 works and 9,742 citations, with an h-index of 34.
Authors typically receive a first decision in around 25 days.
Applied Geophysics Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Applied Geophysics has a 2023 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 0.67, placing it in the Q3 quartile within the Geophysical Methods and Applications research area. This is the average number of citations the journal's recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data — not the Clarivate (JCR) Journal Impact Factor.
Applied Geophysics operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view. Average submission-to-decision turnaround is approximately 25 days — fast by sector standards.
Researchers looking to publish in Applied Geophysics should review the journal's submission tips and verify the latest indexing status against Scopus, DOAJ, and Web of Science using our indexing tracker. To compare Applied Geophysics against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Applied Geophysics
- Expect a fast turnaround — typical first decisions arrive within 25 days.
- This journal covers Geophysical Methods and Applications, Geophysical and Geoelectrical Methods, Hydraulic Fracturing and Reservoir Analysis. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
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| ISSN (Print) | 1672-7975 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1993-0658 |
| Publisher | Springer Nature |
| Country | China |
| APC / Cost | Inquire with Publisher |
| Review Speed | ~25 days to first decision |
In-depth profile & metrics
Applied Geophysics is published by Springer Nature and based in China.
In our subject taxonomy, Applied Geophysics is classified under Geophysical Methods and Applications, Geophysical and Geoelectrical Methods, Hydraulic Fracturing and Reservoir Analysis and Seismic Imaging and Inversion Techniques.
For prospective authors, Applied Geophysics returns a first decision in about 25 days (fast for its field).
Its most recent citation rate stands at 0.666.
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| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 0.666 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
Metrics are sourced from OpenAlex, DOAJ and Scopus and reflect the latest data we hold. The headline figure is a 2-year citation rate (OpenAlex), not a Clarivate Impact Factor. Always verify against the journal's official site before relying on it. See our Methodology or report a correction.
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