arq: Architectural Research Quarterly
Cambridge University Press · United Kingdom · Est. 1966
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Aims & Scope
Architectural Research Quarterly (arq) is a leading international journal dedicated to the dissemination of high-quality research in architecture and the built environment. It publishes original research articles, review articles, and research notes that contribute to the theoretical, methodological, and practical understanding of architecture. The journal covers a broad range of topics including architectural design, theory, history, urbanism, building technology, sustainability, and the social and cultural aspects of the built environment.
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Publication & Citation Trend
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Frequently asked questions about arq: Architectural Research Quarterly
Is arq: Architectural Research Quarterly a predatory journal?
PubScope has no integrity flags on record for arq: Architectural Research Quarterly: it is indexed in Web of Science, Scopus, and is not on DOAJ's withdrawn list.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 arq: Architectural Research Quarterly?
arq: Architectural Research Quarterly 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 PubScope links to Clarivate's official source rather than reprinting the number, which can be out of date.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 arq: Architectural Research Quarterly indexed in Scopus and Web of Science?
arq: Architectural Research Quarterly is indexed in Web of Science, Scopus.
What is the aims and scope of arq: Architectural Research Quarterly?
Architectural Research Quarterly (arq) is a leading international journal dedicated to the dissemination of high-quality research in architecture and the built environment. It publishes original research articles, review articles, and research notes that contribute to the theoretical, methodological, and practical understanding of architecture. The journal covers a broad range of topics including architectural design, theory, history, urbanism, building technology, sustainability, and the social and cultural aspects of the built environment.
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