Planetary and Space Science Journal Citation Rate 2026
0032-0633
eISSN 1873-5088
Elsevier BV
GB
Q2 Quartile
About Planetary and Space Science
Planetary and Space Science (PSS) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering Astro and Planetary Science and Geomagnetism and Paleomagnetism Studies, published by Elsevier BV in GB, catalogued under ISSN 0032-0633 (e-ISSN 1873-5088). As of 2026, it has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 1.53 (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 (APC ~$3320 USD). OpenAlex records 11,794 works and 309,317 citations, with an h-index of 181.
Planetary and Space Science Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Planetary and Space Science has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 1.53, placing it in the Q2 quartile within the Astro and Planetary Science 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.
Planetary and Space Science operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view.
Researchers looking to publish in Planetary and Space 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 Planetary and Space Science against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Planetary and Space Science
- Budget $3320 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
- This journal covers Astro and Planetary Science, Geomagnetism and Paleomagnetism Studies, Ionosphere and magnetosphere dynamics. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
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| ISSN (Print) | 0032-0633 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1873-5088 |
| Publisher | Elsevier BV |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| APC / Cost | $3320 USD |
In-depth profile & metrics
Planetary and Space Science is published by Elsevier BV and based in United Kingdom. It runs on a subscription or hybrid model with an article-processing charge of USD 3320.
In our subject taxonomy, Planetary and Space Science is classified under Astro and Planetary Science, Geomagnetism and Paleomagnetism Studies, Ionosphere and magnetosphere dynamics and Planetary Science and Exploration.
Planetary and Space Science 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 1.534.
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Citation Rate
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Initial data points onlyCitation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1.534 | 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: Apr 24, 2026
Updated by: openalex_bulk
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