Journal of Volcanology and Geothermal Research

Aims & Scope

An international research journal with focus on volcanic and geothermal processes and their impact on the environment and society.

Submission of papers covering the following aspects of volcanology and geothermal research are encouraged: (1) Geological aspects of volcanic systems: volcano stratigraphy, structure and tectonic influence; eruptive history; evolution of volcanic landforms; eruption style and progress; dispersal patterns of lava and ash; analysis of real-time eruption observations. (2) Geochemical and petrological aspects of volcanic rocks: magma genesis and evolution; crystallization; volatile compositions, solubility, and degassing; volcanic petrography and textural analysis. (3) Hydrology, geochemistry and measurement of volcanic and hydrothermal fluids: volcanic gas emissions; fumaroles and springs; crater lakes; hydrothermal mineralization. (4) Geophysical aspects of volcanic systems: physical properties of volcanic rocks and magmas; heat flow studies; volcano seismology, geodesy and remote sensing. (5) Computational modeling and experimental simulation of magmatic and hydrothermal processes: eruption dynamics; magma transport and storage; plume dynamics and ash dispersal; lava flow dynamics; hydrothermal fluid flow; thermodynamics of aqueous fluids and melts. (6) Volcano hazard and risk research: hazard zonation methodology, development of forecasting tools; assessment techniques for vulnerability and impact.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.3

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	1.015

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	146

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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 Earth and Planetary 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.

• Petrogenetic evolution of late Cenozoic, post-collision volcanism in western Anatolia, Turkey

  Citation: 978

  Authors: E, J.A, M.F, J.G

• Volatiles in subduction zone magmas: concentrations and fluxes based on melt inclusion and volcanic gas data

  Citation: 851

  Authors: Paul J.

• The dynamics of bubble formation and growth in magmas: A review and analysis

  Citation: 788

  Authors: R.S.J.

• Chemical characteristics of fluid phase released from a subducted lithosphere and origin of arc magmas: Evidence from high-pressure experiments and natural rocks

  Citation: 774

  Authors: Y., D.L., R.W.

• Aleutian magnesian andesites: Melts from subducted Pacific ocean crust

  Citation: 744

  Authors: R.W.

• Rates of magma emplacement and volcanic output

  Citation: 647

  Authors: Joy A.

• Volcanic and structural evolution of Taupo Volcanic Zone, New Zealand: a review

  Citation: 611

  Authors: C.J.N., B.F., M.O., M.A., S.D., R.M.

• Genesis of collision volcanism in Eastern Anatolia, Turkey

  Citation: 606

  Authors: J.A., J.F., S.E., W.S.F., P.J., Y., F., Y., S., J.G.

• Volcanoes as possible indicators of tectonic stress orientation — principle and proposal

  Citation: 595

  Authors: Kazuaki

• Zircon growth and recycling during the assembly of large, composite arc plutons

  Citation: 578

  Authors: Jonathan S., Jennifer E.P., Calvin F., Seth D., Robert B.

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