Journal of Fusion Energy

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Fusion Energy features original research contributions and review papers examining and the development and enhancing the knowledge base of thermonuclear fusion as a potential power source.

It is designed to serve as a journal of record for the publication of original research results in fundamental and applied physics, applied science and technological development.

The journal publishes qualified papers based on peer reviews.

This journal also provides a forum for discussing broader policies and strategies that have played, and will continue to play, a crucial role in fusion programs.

In keeping with this theme, readers will find articles covering an array of important matters concerning strategy and program direction.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.1
2024	1.90

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	9604

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	154

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.604

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	36

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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 Energy and Physics and Astronomy, 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.

• Critical elements of high gain laser fusion

  Citation: 199

  Authors: Stephen E.

• Plasma Focus Radiative Model: Review of the Lee Model Code

  Citation: 149

  Authors: S.

• A Review on the Applications of High Power, High Frequency Microwave Source: Gyrotron

  Citation: 138

  Authors: Nitin, Udaybir, T. P., A. K.

• Rview of pellet fueling

  Citation: 106

  Authors: S. L.

• Present State of Chinese Magnetic Fusion Development and Future Plans

  Citation: 99

  Authors: Jiangang, Yuanxi

• A Review on the Potential Use of Austenitic Stainless Steels in Nuclear Fusion Reactors

  Citation: 92

  Authors: Sümer, Mustafa

• Neutron Scaling Laws from Numerical Experiments

  Citation: 86

  Authors: S., S. H.

• Techniques for measuring the alpha-particle distribution in magnetically confined plasmas

  Citation: 84

  Authors: D. E., D. R., R. A., L. D., J. C.

• Smaller & Sooner: Exploiting High Magnetic Fields from New Superconductors for a More Attractive Fusion Energy Development Path

  Citation: 80

  Authors: D. G., J., B., E., L., M.

• A New Evaluation of the $${}^{11}$$ 11 B(p, $$\alpha )\alpha \alpha$$ α ) α α Reaction Rates

  Citation: 72

  Authors: M. H., H. R.

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