Journal of Chemical Theory and Computation
Impact Factor Trend (2018–2026)
Clarivate IF trend for Journal of Chemical Theory and Computation
SCImago Journal Rank citation prestige weighting
248 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
The Journal of Chemical Theory and Computation invites new and original contributions with the understanding that, if accepted, they will not be published elsewhere. Papers reporting new theories, methodology, and/or important applications in quantum electronic structure, molecular dynamics, and statistical mechanics are appropriate for submission to this Journal. Specific topics include advances in or applications of ab initio quantum mechanics, density functional theory, design and properties of new materials, surface science, Monte Carlo simulations, solvation models, QM/MM calculations, biomolecular structure prediction, and molecular dynamics in the broadest sense including gas-phase dynamics, ab initio dynamics, biomolecular dynamics, and protein folding. The Journal does not consider papers that are straightforward applications of known methods including DFT and molecular dynamics. The Journal favors submissions that include advances in theory or methodology with applications to compelling problems.
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CHEMISTRY, PHYSICAL
PHYSICS, ATOMIC, MOLECULAR & CHEMICAL
CHEMISTRY, PHYSICAL
PHYSICS, ATOMIC, MOLECULAR & CHEMICAL
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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 AnalysisJournal of Chemical Theory and Computation (acronym: acs, abbr: J. CHEM. THEORY COMPUT, ISSN: 1549-9618) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of Chemistry, published by American Chemical Society in United States since 2005. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 5.80, ranking in quartile Q2 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 1.488 (Q1), an H-index of 248.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with a publication frequency of Monthly, an annual output of approximately 648 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Hybrid model with an estimated APC of $3,606 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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