Journal of Parasitology
Impact Factor Trend (2018–2026)
Clarivate IF trend for Journal of Parasitology
SCImago Journal Rank citation prestige weighting
108 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
The Journal of Parasitology is the official peer-reviewed journal of the American Society of Parasitologists (ASP). The journal publishes original research covering helminths, protozoa, and other parasitic organisms and serves scientific professionals in microbiology, immunology, veterinary science, pathology, and public health. Journal content includes original research articles, brief research notes, announcements of the Society, and book reviews. Articles are subdivided by topic for ease of reference and range from behavior and pathogenesis to systematics and epidemiology. The journal is published continuously online with one full volume printed at the end of each year.
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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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Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Classification
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisJournal of Parasitology (acronym: jparasitology, abbr: J. Parasitol, ISSN: 0022-3395) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of Medicine, published by American Society of Parasitologists in United States since 1914. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 1.20, ranking in quartile Q4 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 0.346 (Q3), an H-index of 108.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with a publication frequency of Bimonthly, an annual output of approximately 101 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Hybrid model with an estimated APC of $2,822 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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