This journal publishes research on archaeological investigations in the Near East and surrounding regions. Articles focus on settlement patterns, burial practices, material culture, and urban organization across various historical periods, from the Neolithic to the Byzantine and Islamic eras. The studies often examine cultural interactions, trade networks, and the impact of environmental and social changes on past communities.
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⚡ Speed vs Prestige
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SJR Rank
Top 25% in field
General Information
Country / RegionUnited States
Primary LanguageEnglish
1st Year Published1998
Frequency3x/year
StatusActive (last: 2025)
Total Publications1,505
Publisher OrgAmerican Schools of Oriental Research
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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HistoryQ1
ArcheologyQ2
Archeology (arts and humanities)Q2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Archaeology
Scopus Categories
HistoryArcheology (arts and humanities)Archeology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Archaeology and Historical StudiesAncient Egypt and ArchaeologyAncient Near East HistoryArchaeology and ancient environmental studiesArchaeological Research and ProtectionAncient Mediterranean Archaeology and HistoryBiblical Studies and InterpretationEurasian Exchange NetworksMaritime and Coastal ArchaeologyClassical Antiquity Studies