Impact Factor and Journal Rank of Big Data and Society

About:

Big Data & Society is an interdisciplinary, open-access journal that provides a platform for critical discussions and research on the social, cultural, political, and economic implications of big data. Published by SAGE Publications, the journal emphasizes the societal transformations and challenges posed by the proliferation of big data technologies and practices. It aims to bridge the gap between technology and society by fostering dialogue among scholars, practitioners, and policymakers.

Content Types: Original research papers presenting empirical studies, theoretical analyses, and methodological innovations related to big data and society. Thought-provoking essays that critically examine the implications of big data technologies and practices. Reviews and Commentaries: Reviews of existing literature, providing comprehensive overviews of key topics and debates in the field.

High Standards and Impact: The journal employs a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the publication of high-quality and impactful research. As an open-access journal, all articles are freely available, promoting widespread dissemination and accessibility of research findings.

Global Reach: Attracts contributions from researchers and practitioners around the world, ensuring a diverse and global perspective on issues related to big data. Facilitates interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration by bringing together voices from various fields and regions.

Significance: It is a leading interdisciplinary journal that significantly contributes to the critical understanding of the societal impacts of big data. Its focus on the intersection of technology and society, rigorous peer-review process, and open-access policy make it an essential resource for researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and the general public interested in the transformative effects of big data.

Journal Home:  Journal Homepage

Editor-in-Chief:  Matt Zook

scope: The journal focuses on how big data impacts various aspects of society, culture, and human behavior. The scope of the journal includes theoretical, methodological, and empirical research, as well as critical reflections on the ethical, social, and political dimensions of big data.

Key areas covered by the journal include, but are not limited to:

Ethics and Governance of Big Data: Studies on the ethical implications of big data, data governance frameworks, data privacy, and the regulation of data use and data-driven technologies.

Social and Cultural Impact of Big Data: Research on how big data affects social structures, cultural practices, and human behavior, including issues of digital inequality and the digital divide.

Big Data Methodologies: Advances in big data methodologies, including data collection, data analytics, data visualization, and the development of new tools and techniques for handling large datasets.

Critical Data Studies: Critical examinations of big data practices, including discussions on power, surveillance, and the political economy of data.

Datafication and Society: Studies on the process of datafication—how various aspects of social life are transformed into data—and its implications for society.

Data Justice and Equity: Research on issues of fairness, bias, and equity in big data, including the impact of algorithmic decision-making on marginalized communities.

Privacy and Security: Studies on data privacy concerns, cybersecurity, and strategies to protect personal data in the age of big data.

Big Data in Governance and Policy: Research on the use of big data in public policy, governance, and public administration, including smart cities and e-governance.

Health and Big Data: Studies on the application and impact of big data in healthcare, public health, and biomedical research, including ethical issues and patient privacy.

Big Data in Business and Economics: Research on the impact of big data on business practices, economic models, and market dynamics.

Print ISSN:  20539517

Electronic ISSN:  2053-9517

Abstracting and Indexing:  Scopus, Science Citation Index Expanded

Imapct Factor 2023:  8.5

Subject Area and Category:  Computer Science,Computer Science Applications ,Information Systems,Decision Sciences,Information Systems and Management,Social Sciences,Communication,Library and Information Sciences

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H Index:  69

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Q1:  Communication

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Cite Score:  10.9

SNIP:  3.093

Journal Rank(SJR):  2.448

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Guidelines for Authors: Big Data and Society Author Guidelines

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Publisher:  SAGE Publications Ltd

Country:  United Kingdom