Human Immunology Journal Citation Rate 2026
0198-8859
eISSN 1879-1166
Elsevier BV
US
Q3 Quartile
About Human Immunology
Human Immunology (HI) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering Immune Cell Function and Interaction and Immunotherapy and Immune Responses, published by Elsevier BV in US, catalogued under ISSN 0198-8859 (e-ISSN 1879-1166). As of 2026, it has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 0.83 (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 (APC ~$3400 USD). OpenAlex records 16,213 works and 169,802 citations, with an h-index of 128.
Human Immunology Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Human Immunology has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 0.83, placing it in the Q3 quartile within the Immune Cell Function and Interaction 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.
Human Immunology operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view.
Researchers looking to publish in Human Immunology 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 Human Immunology against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Human Immunology
- Budget $3400 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
- This journal covers Immune Cell Function and Interaction, Immunotherapy and Immune Responses, Monoclonal and Polyclonal Antibodies Research. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
How Human Immunology Compares
Compared against 50 journals in the same research areas.
| ISSN (Print) | 0198-8859 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1879-1166 |
| Publisher | Elsevier BV |
| Country | United States |
| APC / Cost | $3400 USD |
In-depth profile & metrics
Human Immunology is published by Elsevier BV and based in United States. It runs on a subscription or hybrid model with an article-processing charge of USD 3400.
In our subject taxonomy, Human Immunology is classified under Immune Cell Function and Interaction, Immunotherapy and Immune Responses, Monoclonal and Polyclonal Antibodies Research and Renal Transplantation Outcomes and Treatments.
Human Immunology is indexed in OpenAlex. OpenAlex tracking provides an open, citable record of its output even where commercial indexing is absent.
Its most recent citation rate stands at 0.830.
Research Areas
Links
Continue on JournalsHub
Put what you just read into practice with these free tools.
Frequently Asked Questions about Human Immunology
Live Indexing Status
Updated April 2026Track real-time indexing metrics to ensure this journal meets your academic requirements.
Citation Rate
Historical Trend
Initial data points onlyCitation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0.830 | 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.
Compare Journals
Compare Human Immunology against similar publications in its field:
Related Journals in Your Field
-
Cell Reports Elsevier IF 64.50
-
Immunity Cell Press IF 19.59
-
Biotechnology Advances Elsevier BV IF 9.66
-
Immunological Reviews Wiley IF 8.21
-
Journal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer BMJ IF 7.57
Explore More Journals
Metadata
Last updated: Apr 24, 2026
Updated by: openalex_bulk
OpenAlex ID: S6860681
Get weekly updates for Immune Cell Function and Interaction journals
Free. Monday morning. New citation rates, CFPs, indexing alerts, predatory watch list. One-click unsubscribe.