Name: Geomagnetism and Aeronomy
Link: link.springer.com/journal/11478
Description: Geomagnetism and Aeronomy is a peer-reviewed bimonthly journal focusing on research related to Earth's magnetic field, upper atmosphere, and space weather phenomena.
Key Words: geomagnetism, aeronomy, Earth's magnetic field, magnetosphere, ionosphere, solar activity, atmospheric sciences, geophysics
Introduction:
Geomagnetism and Aeronomy, established in 1961, is a prestigious peer-reviewed journal published by Pleiades Publishing in collaboration with Springer Nature. It serves as a vital platform for researchers worldwide to share advancements in the study of Earth's magnetic field, its upper atmosphere, and related space phenomena. The journal is published bimonthly and includes both original research articles and English translations of selected papers from other journals, primarily from Russia and other nations of the former Soviet Union, alongside unsolicited submissions from the global geophysical community. Its editorial board, led by Editor-in-Chief Vladimir D. Kuznetsov, ensures rigorous peer review, with a single-blind process and a typical first-decision period of about 16 days. Approximately 2% of submissions are rejected for formal criteria, and the overall rejection rate is at least 5%, reflecting high editorial standards.
The journal covers a broad spectrum of topics, including interplanetary space, geoeffective solar events, the magnetosphere, the ionosphere, the upper and middle atmosphere, and the impacts of solar variability on atmospheric parameters and climate. It also explores the Earth's main magnetic field, its secular variations, excursions, and inversions, as well as related geophysical phenomena such as geomagnetic storms, ionospheric electron density, and Schumann Resonances. Research published in the journal often integrates disciplines like geophysics, astrophysics, and computational physics, addressing complex interactions between solar activity, Earth's magnetic environment, and atmospheric processes. For example, studies may investigate the Total Electron Content (TEC) in the ionosphere using GPS data or analyze solar activity patterns across multiple cycles, as seen in research spanning 1905–2018.
Geomagnetism and Aeronomy has an impact factor of 0.844 (2022) and is ranked in the Q3 quartile for geophysics and space science, with an h-index of 29, indicating moderate but respectable influence within its field. It is indexed in major databases such as Scopus, SCImago, and the Science Citation Index Expanded, ensuring wide visibility. The journal supports both traditional and open-access publishing models, with no publication fees for the former, while open-access articles are freely available online, enhancing global access to its research. Submissions are welcomed in English from all countries, reflecting its commitment to international collaboration.
The journal’s scope extends to practical applications, such as understanding the societal impacts of space weather on technological infrastructure, as highlighted in studies of solar wind and magnetospheric interactions. Its historical contributions, particularly from institutions like the Russian Academy of Sciences, underscore its role in advancing geomagnetic and aeronomic research over decades. By fostering interdisciplinary studies and maintaining high scientific standards, Geomagnetism and Aeronomy remains a key resource for researchers investigating the dynamic interplay between Earth’s magnetic field, its atmosphere, and the broader space environment.
