History of Geo- and Space Sciences
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11 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
The scope of History of Geo- and Space Sciences (HGSS) is to document historical facts and knowledge and to improve awareness of the history of geoscience. The knowledge of the development of geosciences and their experimental methods and theories in the past can improve our current understanding and may stimulate current research. It is encouraging for young scientists to read biographical material of historical figures in their research area. It is important as well to learn that history of science is an integrated part of the ongoing research in their research area. Another important aim of the journal is the association of historical retrospective and current research.
Special Issues
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GEOSCIENCES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
GEOSCIENCES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
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SCImago & Scopus Journal Intelligence
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Diamond Open Access: Authors publish completely free of charge with zero author-facing fees.
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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 AnalysisHistory of Geo- and Space Sciences (abbr: HIST GEO- SPACE SCI, ISSN: 2190-5010) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of GEOSCIENCES, published by Copernicus in Germany. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 0.60, ranking in quartile Q4 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 0.296 (Q2), an H-index of 11.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with an annual output of approximately 14 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Gold OA model with Diamond Open Access (100% free of author APC charges). It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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