Computational Materials Science Journal Citation Rate 2026
0927-0256
eISSN 1879-0801
Elsevier
NL
Q1 Quartile Top Tier Verified Publisher
About Computational Materials Science
Computational Materials Science (CMS) is a peer-reviewed academic journal, published by Elsevier in NL, catalogued under ISSN 0927-0256 (e-ISSN 1879-0801). As of 2026, it has a 2024 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 56.90 (Q1 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.
Authors typically receive a first decision in around 77 days.
Computational Materials Science Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Computational Materials Science has a 2024 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 56.90, placing it in the Q1 quartile. 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.
Computational Materials Science operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view. Average submission-to-decision turnaround is approximately 77 days.
Researchers looking to publish in Computational Materials Science 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 Computational Materials Science against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Computational Materials Science
- Be prepared for a longer review cycle — decisions typically take around 77 days.
| ISSN (Print) | 0927-0256 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1879-0801 |
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| Country | Netherlands |
| APC / Cost | Inquire with Publisher |
| Review Speed | ~77 days to first decision |
In-depth profile & metrics
Computational Materials Science is published by Elsevier and based in Netherlands.
For prospective authors, Computational Materials Science returns a first decision in about 77 days (longer for its field).
Its citation rate has held broadly steady over the last 1 years, from 54.055 (2023) to 56.900 (2024).
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Citation Rate
Historical Trend
The impact factor has remained stable over the last 1 years (from 54.055 to 56.900), reflecting consistent citation performance.
Citation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 56.900 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
| 2023 | 54.055 | 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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Last updated: Mar 20, 2026
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