Journal of Cognitive Enhancement

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Cognitive Enhancement provides an outlet for research focused on ways in which human cognitive function can be improved.

This is an extremely broad domain encompassing many different disciplines, methodological approaches, and targeted cognitive functions.

The research covered in the journal thus reflects this breadth, publishing work by authors from cognitive science, neuroscience, education science, nutrition science, kinesiology, pharmacology, computer science, contemplative studies, and beyond.

Given the obvious potential real-world importance of augmented cognitive functions, the journal publishes both basic science studies (e.g., research focused on particular mechanisms through which a cognitive function can be enhanced), as well as studies designed to assess the efficacy of particular paradigms for enhancing cognitive function (e.g., randomized-controlled trials).

Finally, while the journal primarily publishes original empirical research, it also publishes review and theoretical articles, with a strong preference for those that are forward-looking and hypothesis generating.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.4
2024	1.80

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	10762

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	210

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.541

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q3

h-index

Year	Value
2024	31

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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 Neuroscience and Psychology, 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.

• Improving Methodological Standards in Behavioral Interventions for Cognitive Enhancement

  Citation: 180

  Authors: C., Daphne, Arthur F., Sophia, Ulrich, Karlene K., Ulrike, Jason M., Lorenza S., Jerri D., Andrea, Adam, Susan E., Paolo, Simone, Isabela, Charles H., Bernhard, Susanne M., Philipp, Julia, Alan, Matthias, Torkel, Simone, Dennis M., Richard E., Anne Collins, Danielle S., Martha Clare, Mor, Nora S., Rogerio, Ruchika Shaurya, Albert, Torsten, Aaron R., Sarah J., Ilina, James D., Tilo, Michael S. C., Elizabeth, Xin, Haley A., Julie Loebach, Anna, Claudia M.

• Enhancement of Creative Thinking Skills Using a Cognitive-Based Creativity Training

  Citation: 157

  Authors: Simone M., Nel

• The Changing Face of Video Games and Video Gamers: Future Directions in the Scientific Study of Video Game Play and Cognitive Performance

  Citation: 85

  Authors: Gillian, C.

• The Way Forward in Mindfulness and Sustainability: a Critical Review and Research Agenda

  Citation: 80

  Authors: Ute B., William R.

• Online-based Mindfulness Training Reduces Behavioral Markers of Mind Wandering

  Citation: 78

  Authors: Ida H, Anders, Ulrich

• Who Benefits the Most? Individual Differences in the Transfer of Executive Control Training Across the Lifespan

  Citation: 68

  Authors: Julia, Tanja, Marion

• Quantifying the Difference Between Active and Passive Control Groups in Cognitive Interventions Using Two Meta-analytical Approaches

  Citation: 66

  Authors: Jacky, Benjamin C., Kimberly, Martin, Susanne M.

• Mind-Reading or Misleading? Assessing Direct-to-Consumer Electroencephalography (EEG) Devices Marketed for Wellness and Their Ethical and Regulatory Implications

  Citation: 61

  Authors: Anna, Robert

• Do Individual Differences Predict Change in Cognitive Training Performance? A Latent Growth Curve Modeling Approach

  Citation: 61

  Authors: Sabrina, Carla, Claudia C.

• The Benefits and Challenges of Implementing Motivational Features to Boost Cognitive Training Outcome

  Citation: 55

  Authors: Shafee, Lauren, Jenni, Russell, Calvin, Chelsea, Ellen, David, Jacky, Martin, Victor, Susanne M., Aaron

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