The Journal of Population Research publishes peer-reviewed papers on demography and population-related issues. International in scope, the journal presents original research papers, perspectives, review articles and shorter technical research notes. The range of coverage extends to substantive empirical analyses, theoretical works, applied research and contributions to methodology. The journal also offers special issues arising from conferences and other meetings.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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DemographyQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Demography
Scopus Categories
Demography
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Demographic Trends and Gender PreferencesFamily Dynamics and RelationshipsGlobal Maternal and Child HealthMigration and Labor DynamicsInsurance, Mortality, Demography, Risk ManagementGlobal Health Care IssuesIntergenerational Family Dynamics and CaregivingHealth disparities and outcomesdemographic modeling and climate adaptationGender, Labor, and Family Dynamics