Conservation and Management of Archaeological Sites

Aims & Scope

The journal Conservation and Management of Archaeological Sites (CMAS) has established itself as the primary reference in this field, both for active professionals and for university teachers and students.

Launched in 1995, it is the only journal that covers both theoretical and practical issues in heritage site management and conservation.

Peer-reviewed papers from around the world report on new thinking and best practice in site management and conservation.

Topics covered include: •Cultural, social, ethical and theoretical issues in archaeological site management and conservation •Site management •Historical documentation and condition reporting •Site deterioration and environmental monitoring •Preventative conservation, including reburial and protective sheltering of sites •Building materials analysis and treatment •Restoration and reconstruction of buildings •Visitor management and sustainable tourism •Site interpretation •National and international legislation and charters

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Metrics & Ranking

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.170

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q3

h-index

Year	Value
2024	17

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	23092

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	22

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2024	0.30

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Arts and Humanities and Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Moving Beyond a Values-Based Approach to Heritage Conservation

  Citation: 114

  Authors: Ioannis

• Cultural Heritage and Ecosystem Services: A Literature Review

  Citation: 82

  Authors: Herdis, Joar, Sanne Bech

• A review of the Global Strategy for a balanced, representative and credible World Heritage List 1994–2004

  Citation: 68

  Authors: Sophia

• Experiencing Authenticity at Heritage Sites: Some Implications for Heritage Management and Conservation

  Citation: 66

  Authors: Siân

• A Framework for Assessing the Vulnerability of Archaeological Sites to Climate Change: Theory, Development, and Application

  Citation: 61

  Authors: Cathy

• Negative Heritage: The Place of Conflict in World Heritage

  Citation: 50

  Authors: Trinidad

• The concept of ‘outstanding universal value’ in the World Heritage Convention

  Citation: 46

  Authors: Henry

• Conservation of a ‘living heritage site’ A contradiction in terms? A case study of Angkor World Heritage Site

  Citation: 45

  Authors: Keiko

• Coastal Heritage and Climate Change in England: Assessing Threats and Priorities

  Citation: 44

  Authors: Peter, David, Ed

• The vandalism of the Domboshava rock painting site, Zimbabwe: Some reflections on approaches to heritage management

  Citation: 42

  Authors: Pascal, Webber

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