Last Updated on July 16, 2026 by Dr. Bhagat
JOURNAL METRICS·Updated June 2026
Immunity Impact Factor 2025 — Journal Metrics & Ranking
Immunity Impact Factor 2025 is 32.5 (Q1, Immunology, SCIE). Published by Cell Press since 1994, this journal has shaped the trajectory of modern immunological research through its emphasis on mechanistic depth and translational relevance.
Key Takeaways
- Immunity achieves a 2025 Impact Factor of 32.5, ranking in the top 3 of 181 Immunology journals.
- Its CiteScore of 45.8 from Scopus confirms extraordinary citation density.
- The SJR score of 10.2 reflects strong prestige-weighted citation influence.
- Cell Press’s editorial rigor ensures selective acceptance of only the most mechanistically insightful immunology research.
- Indexed across SCIE, Scopus, PubMed/MEDLINE, and Science Citation Index Expanded.
SCOPEResearch Areas Covered by Immunity
Immunity’s editorial mandate covers the full breadth of immunological inquiry. Major thematic areas include innate immune signaling, dendritic cell and macrophage biology, T lymphocyte development and function, B cell responses and antibody biology, mucosal immunity, tumor immunology and checkpoint inhibition, cytokine networks and inflammation, immune tolerance and autoimmunity, vaccine biology and adjuvant design, neuroimmunology, and the immunology of infectious diseases. The journal maintains a particular affinity for studies employing cutting-edge technologies such as single-cell RNA sequencing, CRISPR screens, intravital imaging, and AI-driven computational modeling to uncover new immunological principles.
2025 METRICSComplete Immunity Impact Factor & Metric Summary
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Impact Factor | 32.5 | JCR 2025; top 3 in Immunology |
| 5-Year Impact Factor | ~31.8 | Sustained long-term citation performance |
| Immediacy Index | 6.2 | Rapid citation pickup for new articles |
| JCR Quartile | Q1 | Rank 3 / 181 journals |
| CiteScore | 45.8 | Scopus 3-year citation window |
| SJR | 10.2 | Prestige-weighted metric |
| H-Index | 420 | Google Scholar lifetime metric |
| ISSN | 1074-7613 | Print; e-ISSN 1097-4180 |
| Publisher | Cell Press (Elsevier) | Founded 1994 |
TRENDImmunity Impact Factor Historical Table
| Year | Impact Factor | Quartile | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 32.5 | Q1 | Stabilized above pre-pandemic baseline |
| 2024 | 33.2 | Q1 | Slight normalization after 2021 peak |
| 2023 | 31.8 | Q1 | Strong immunology research pipeline |
| 2022 | 30.6 | Q1 | Steady climb continues |
| 2021 | 35.4 | Q1 | Pandemic-era citation surge peak |
| 2020 | 32.8 | Q1 | COVID-19 immunology drives citations |
| 2019 | 22.4 | Q1 | Pre-pandemic baseline |
| 2018 | 21.6 | Q1 | Consistent Q1 positioning |
| 2017 | 19.7 | Q1 | Pre-pandemic baseline |
COMPETITIVEHow Immunity Compares to Rivals
| Journal | 2025 IF | Quartile | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immunity | 32.5 | Q1 | Immunology |
| Nature Immunology | 31.2 | Q1 | Immunology |
| Journal of Experimental Medicine | 17.8 | Q1 | Immunology |
| Nature Reviews Immunology | 78.6 | Q1 | Immunology (Review) |
| Cell Reports | 7.9 | Q1 | Cell Biology |
CATEGORYImmunology Category Standing
Within the 181 journals comprising the Immunology category in JCR 2025, Immunity occupies a commanding position at rank 3. Its closest competitors are Nature Immunology and, at a review-journal level, Nature Reviews Immunology. Unlike review-focused titles that benefit from higher per-article citation rates, Immunity’s impact factor is built primarily on original research articles, making its 32.5 value all the more impressive. The journal’s editorial selectivity, combined with Cell Press’s aggressive promotion of published content through social media and email alerts, ensures that Immunity papers achieve broad visibility shortly after publication.
FAQFrequently Asked Questions
What is the Immunity impact factor 2025?
The Immunity impact factor 2025 is 32.5, as reported in Clarivate’s Journal Citation Reports 2025 edition.
Is Immunity a Q1 journal in 2025?
Yes, Immunity is ranked Q1 in the Immunology category, specifically at rank 3 out of 181 indexed journals.
Who is the publisher of Immunity?
Immunity is published by Cell Press, an imprint of Elsevier, since its founding in 1994.
What is Immunity’s ISSN?
The print ISSN is 1074-7613 and the electronic ISSN is 1097-4180.
What is Immunity’s CiteScore?
Immunity’s CiteScore is 45.8 according to Scopus 2025 metrics, significantly higher than its two-year JCR impact factor due to the three-year citation window used by CiteScore.
Is Immunity open access?
Immunity operates under a hybrid model. Most articles require subscription access, though authors can opt to pay an article processing charge to make their work open access. Cell Press also offers a “Subscribe to Open” pilot for certain journals.
