Journal of Communications and Networks
Impact Factor Trend (2019–2026)
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63 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
The JOURNAL OF COMMUNICATIONS AND NETWORKS is published six times per year, and is committed to publishing high-quality papers that advance the state-of-the-art and practical applications of communications and information networks. Theoretical research contributions presenting new techniques, concepts, or analyses, applied contributions reporting on experiences and experiments, and tutorial expositions of permanent reference value are welcome. The subjects covered by this journal include all topics in communication theory and techniques, communication systems, and information networks. COMMUNICATION THEORY AND SYSTEMS WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS AND SERVICES.
Special Issues
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COMPUTER SCIENCE, INFORMATION SYSTEMS
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
COMPUTER SCIENCE, INFORMATION SYSTEMS
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
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SCImago & Scopus Journal Intelligence
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Scopus 3-Year Publication & Citation Window
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Societal Impact & Inclusivity (SCImago)
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Citations per Document
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Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Classification
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisJournal of Communications and Networks (acronym: jcommnet, abbr: J. COMMUN. NETWORKS, ISSN: 1229-2370) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of Engineering & Technology, published by Korean Institute of Communication Sciences in South Korea. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 3.00, ranking in quartile Q3 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 0.868 (Q1), an H-index of 63.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with a publication frequency of Quarterly, an annual output of approximately 42 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Hybrid model with an estimated APC of $3,497 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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