Area-based Development Research Journal has received its first CiteScore

Area-based Development Research Journal has been indexed in the Scopus database since June 2026. To date, 101 articles published from 2022 through the second issue of 2026 have been included in the database, further enhancing the international visibility of area-based collaborative research. The journal has received a CiteScore of 0.2, placing it at the 5th percentile in the Geography, Planning and Development category.

To further enhance the quality of the journal, the contributions of authors and reviewers are of paramount importance. The editorial team remains committed to supporting both throughout the publication process, from initial screening and peer review through revision and copyediting. With an unwavering commitment to its mission and continued collective effort, the journal strives to serve as a platform for scholarly work that advances both best practices and academic excellence in area-based development.

We sincerely thank all authors, reviewers, editorial board members, and contributors for their continued support and dedication. Their collective efforts are essential to the journal's ongoing development and its growing contribution to the international scholarly community.