Issues in Science and Technology

Aims & Scope

Issues in Science and Technology publishes articles that analyze and provide original perspectives on current topics in science and technology policy.

These articles recommend actions by government, industry, academia, and individuals to solve pressing problems.

The pages of Issues are open to anyone who can write an informed, well-reasoned, and policy-relevant article.

We are open to a variety of authorial styles and voices, so long as articles are analytically rigorous and written for educated but nonspecialist readers.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.3

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.229

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	34

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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 Multidisciplinary, 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.

• Misunderstanding Misinformation

  Citation: 30

  Authors: Claire

• How Generative AI Endangers Cultural Narratives

  Citation: 7

  Authors: Jill Walker

• Bringing Communities In, Achieving AI for All

  Citation: 6

  Authors: Shobita, Jared

• The Limits of Data

  Citation: 6

  Authors: C. Thi

• Generating Meaningful Energy Systems Models for Africa

  Citation: 6

  Authors: Michael, Rose

• The Precarious Balance Between Research Openness and Security

  Citation: 5

  Authors: E. William

• The Making of a Biosafety Officer

  Citation: 4

  Authors: David

• Rumors Have Rules

  Citation: 4

  Authors: Emma, Kate

• Generative AI Is a Crisis for Copyright Law

  Citation: 4

  Authors: Kate, Jason

• Enhancing Trust in Science and Democracy in an Age of Misinformation

  Citation: 4

  Authors: Marcia, Michael

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