Anthropology & Aging considers articles that expand and enrich our understanding of aging and the life course by utilizing the ideas and techniques of anthropological inquiry. We welcome submissions from scholars and professionals at all levels that showcase the diversity of research and writing within this field. We particularly welcome articles based on empirical research with a strong theoretical foundation that speaks to current topics and conversations going on within the broader fields of anthropology, sociology, social work, medicine, geriatrics, public policy, population studies, human development, and aging studies.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
15
weeks to review
Average · median is 15 wks
Q3
SJR Rank
Top 75% in field
General Information
Country / RegionUnited States
Primary LanguageEnglish
1st Year Published2010
FrequencyTwice annually
StatusActive (last: 2025)
Total Publications375
Publisher OrgUniversity Library System, University of Pittsburgh
University Library System, University of Pittsburgh
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Does the journal have a website?
✓ Linked
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Is the ISSN verified?
2374-2267 / 2374-2267
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Indexed in a trusted database?
Scopus, DOAJ
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Peer review process documented?
Double-blind
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Follows ethical publishing standards (COPE)?
N/A
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APC fees clearly disclosed?
No APC (Free)
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Not on predatory/blacklists?
✓ Clean
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Long-term digital preservation?
N/A
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Plagiarism detection in place?
No
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Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
DOAJ verified
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Primary language documented?
English
Based on the Think.Check.Submit framework by DOAJ, COPE & OASPA. All data from verified open sources.
Publication & Citation Trend
Articles published
Times cited
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
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.
AnthropologyQ3
DemographyQ3
Geriatrics and GerontologyQ4
Life-span and Life-course StudiesQ4
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Gerontology
Scopus Categories
AnthropologyDemographyLife-span and Life-course StudiesGeriatrics and Gerontology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Intergenerational Family Dynamics and CaregivingAging and Gerontology ResearchMigration, Aging, and Tourism StudiesAging, Elder Care, and Social IssuesTechnology Use by Older AdultsMigration and Labor DynamicsGrief, Bereavement, and Mental HealthHealth disparities and outcomesAnthropological Studies and InsightsGeriatric Care and Nursing Homes