Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
Impact Factor Trend (2018–2026)
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104 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
The journal publishes theoretical and research papers on cognitive brain development, from infancy through childhood and adolescence and into adulthood. It covers neurocognitive development and neurocognitive processing in both typical and atypical development, including social and affective aspects. Appropriate methodologies for the journal include, but are not limited to, functional neuroimaging (fMRI and MEG), electrophysiology (EEG and ERP), NIRS and transcranial magnetic stimulation, as well as other basic neuroscience approaches using cellular and animal models that directly address cognitive brain development, patient studies, case studies, post-mortem studies and pharmacological studies.
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NEUROSCIENCES
PSYCHOLOGY, DEVELOPMENTAL
NEUROSCIENCES
PSYCHOLOGY, DEVELOPMENTAL
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Societal Impact & Inclusivity (SCImago)
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Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Classification
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisDevelopmental Cognitive Neuroscience (acronym: dcn, abbr: DEV. COGNIT. NEUROSCI, ISSN: 1878-9293) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of NEUROSCIENCES, published by Elsevier BV in England. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 4.60, ranking in quartile Q1 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 1.991 (Q1), an H-index of 104.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with an annual output of approximately 141 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Gold OA model with an estimated APC of $3,785 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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