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Last updated: May 2026

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2. Description of Service

Research Journal Rank is a free academic journal rankings database that provides researchers, scholars, students, and academics with information about journals including SJR (SCImago Journal Rank), H-index, quartile rankings (Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4), citation metrics, publisher information, and indexing status. Our services include:

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  • Blog articles about academic publishing
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