The International Journal of Middle East Studies (IJMES) is a leading peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research on all aspects of the Middle East and North Africa. It covers a wide range of disciplines, including history, political science, sociology, anthropology, economics, and literature. The journal aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and to provide a platform for scholars to engage with contemporary issues and historical debates in the region.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
Based on the Think.Check.Submit framework by DOAJ, COPE & OASPA. All data from verified open sources.
Publication & Citation Trend
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
HistoryQ1
Sociology and Political ScienceQ2
Geography, Planning and DevelopmentQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Area Studies
Scopus Categories
Sociology and Political ScienceHistoryGeography, Planning and Development
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Islamic Studies and HistoryJewish and Middle Eastern StudiesAfrican history and culture analysisArchaeology and Historical StudiesTurkey's Politics and SocietyMiddle East Politics and SocietyMiddle East and Rwanda ConflictsGlobal Maritime and Colonial HistoriesDiverse Scientific and Economic StudiesPolitics and Conflicts in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Middle East