Geophysics is the flagship journal of the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG), established in 1936 and published bimonthly. It is a leading international peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research focused on the theory and application of geophysical methods used to explore and characterize the Earth's subsurface. These methods are essential in fields such as petroleum and mineral exploration, geothermal resource development, groundwater assessment, and environmental engineering.
The journal covers a wide range of geophysical techniques, including:
- Seismic methods (reflection, refraction, full-waveform inversion)
- Gravity and magnetic methods
- Electrical and electromagnetic techniques
- Borehole geophysics and well logging
- Geophysical data inversion, processing, and machine learning approaches
Geophysics is well-known for bridging the gap between academic innovation and industrial application. It serves as a vital platform for the dissemination of new methods, algorithm development, field case studies, and theoretical advances that contribute to solving real-world exploration problems. Many landmark methodologies in modern exploration geophysics, such as prestack depth migration and reverse time migration, were first introduced and refined in this journal.
The journal also prioritizes reproducibility, mathematical rigor, and clarity in communication. Articles submitted undergo rigorous peer review by experts in the field to ensure high standards of quality and scientific merit. Authors from academia, research institutions, and industry regularly contribute, making it a dynamic and authoritative source of developments in applied geophysics.
With an impact factor around 3.0 and a Scopus h-index exceeding 200, Geophysics remains one of the most cited and respected journals in the field. It is indexed in Web of Science, Scopus, and other major scientific databases.
Whether you are a researcher developing new imaging algorithms, a practicing geophysicist applying methods in the field, or a student seeking to understand the state-of-the-art in subsurface exploration, Geophysics offers cutting-edge insight and practical value to support your work.
