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Aims and Scope
Public Understanding of Science is a bimonthly peer-reviewed academic journal that was established in 1992 and is published by SAGE Publications. It covers topics in the popular perception of science, the role of science in society, philosophy of science, science education, and science in public policy. The editor-in-chief is Hans-Peter Peters (Research Center Jülich & Free University of Berlin, Germany). Less
Public Understanding of Science Key Metrics
CiteScore 
5.3
H-Index
88
SJR
Q1Communication
SNIP
1.72
Topics Covered on Public Understanding of Science
Climate change
Public engagement
Substance use
Content analysis
Epistemic beliefs
Social media
Science communication
Cognitive engagement
Vertical farming
Molecular breeding
Visual thinking
Citizen science
Scientific consensus
Misinformation
Climate change science
News media
Replication crisis
Science policy
Genetic engineering
Public speaking
Public Understanding of Science Journal Specifications
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| Overview | |
| Publisher | SAGE PUBLICATIONS LTD |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Bi-monthly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Bi-monthly |
| Publication Start Year | 1992 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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Sociotechnical imaginaries of gene editing in food and agriculture: A comparative content analysis of mass media in the United States, New Zealand, Japan, the Netherlands, and Canada.
- 4 Nov 2024
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- 30 Oct 2024
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What are we talking about when we are talking about the audience? Exploring the concept of audience in science communication research and education.
- 16 Oct 2024
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FAQs on Public Understanding of Science
How long has Public Understanding of Science been actively publishing? 
Public Understanding of Science has been in operation since 1992 till date.
What is the publishing frequency of Public Understanding of Science?
Public Understanding of Science published with a Bi-monthly frequency.
How many articles did Public Understanding of Science publish last year?
In 2023, Public Understanding of Science publsihed 73 articles.
What is the eISSN & pISSN for Public Understanding of Science?
For Public Understanding of Science, eISSN is 1361-6609 and pISSN is 0963-6625.
What is Citescore for Public Understanding of Science?
Citescore for Public Understanding of Science is 5.3.
What is the H Index for Public Understanding of Science ?
H Index for Public Understanding of Science is 88.
What is SNIP score for Public Understanding of Science?
SNIP score for Public Understanding of Science is 1.72.
What is the SJR for Public Understanding of Science?
SJR for Public Understanding of Science is Q1.
Who is the publisher of Public Understanding of Science?
SAGE PUBLICATIONS LTD is the publisher of Public Understanding of Science.
