Computer Physics Communications Journal Citation Rate 2026
0010-4655
eISSN 1879-2944
Elsevier
NL
Q2 Quartile Established Impact Verified Publisher
About Computer Physics Communications
Computer Physics Communications (CPC) is a peer-reviewed academic journal, published by Elsevier in NL, catalogued under ISSN 0010-4655 (e-ISSN 1879-2944). As of 2026, it has a 2023 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 2.66 (Q2 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 89 days.
Computer Physics Communications Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Computer Physics Communications has a 2023 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 2.66, placing it in the Q2 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.
Computer Physics Communications operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view. Average submission-to-decision turnaround is approximately 89 days.
Researchers looking to publish in Computer Physics Communications 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 Computer Physics Communications against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Computer Physics Communications
- Be prepared for a longer review cycle — decisions typically take around 89 days.
| ISSN (Print) | 0010-4655 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1879-2944 |
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| Country | Netherlands |
| APC / Cost | Inquire with Publisher |
| Review Speed | ~89 days to first decision |
In-depth profile & metrics
Computer Physics Communications is published by Elsevier and based in Netherlands.
For prospective authors, Computer Physics Communications returns a first decision in about 89 days (longer for its field).
Its most recent citation rate stands at 2.663.
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Initial data points onlyCitation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2.663 | 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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