Science in Context
Cambridge University Press · United Kingdom
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Aims & Scope
Science in Context is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes original research and scholarly articles on the history, philosophy, and sociology of science and technology. It aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and to bridge the gap between the sciences and the humanities. The journal covers a wide range of topics, including the development of scientific ideas, the social and cultural contexts of scientific practice, the relationship between science and society, and the ethical implications of scientific and technological advancements. Science in Context is published by Cambridge University Press and is indexed in major academic databases.
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Ethics & Quality
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Publication & Citation Trend
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Frequently asked questions about Science in Context
Is Science in Context a predatory journal?
PubScope has no integrity flags on record for Science in Context: it is indexed in Web of Science, Scopus, and is not on DOAJ's withdrawn list. Indexing is a transparency signal, not a guarantee — always confirm fit and policies before submitting.
What is the impact factor of Science in Context?
Science in Context is indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection, so Clarivate publishes an official Journal Impact Factor for it (since the 2023 Journal Citation Reports, every Core Collection journal — including Arts & Humanities and Emerging Sources titles — receives one). PubScope links to Clarivate's official source rather than reprinting the number, which can be out of date.
Is Science in Context indexed in Scopus and Web of Science?
Science in Context is indexed in Web of Science, Scopus.
What is the aims and scope of Science in Context?
Science in Context is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes original research and scholarly articles on the history, philosophy, and sociology of science and technology. It aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and to bridge the gap between the sciences and the humanities. The journal covers a wide range of topics, including the development of scientific ideas, the social and cultural contexts of scientific practice, the relationship between science and society, and the ethical implications of scientific and technological advancements. Science in Context is published by Cambridge
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