Landslides (journal)
Landslides is a peer-reviewed scientific journal dedicated to the study of landslides and related phenomena. It is published by Springer Science+Business Media.
Scope: The journal covers a broad range of topics related to landslides, including:
- Mechanics and physics of slope instability
- Landslide hazard assessment and risk management
- Early warning systems for landslides
- Rainfall-induced landslides
- Seismically triggered landslides
- Landslide susceptibility mapping
- Landslide monitoring techniques (e.g., InSAR, GPS)
- Case studies of significant landslides
- The effects of climate change on landslide activity
- Debris flows and other related mass movements
- Landslide remediation and mitigation strategies
Abstracting and Indexing: Landslides is indexed in several major databases, including:
- Science Citation Index Expanded (SCIE)
- Scopus
- GeoRef
- Web of Science
Impact Factor: The journal has a recognized impact factor, reflecting the frequency with which its articles are cited in other scientific publications. The impact factor is typically updated annually.
Editorial Board: The journal is overseen by an editorial board consisting of experts in the field of landslide research from around the world. The editorial board is responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of the published research.
Types of Articles Published: Landslides publishes various types of articles, including:
- Original research articles
- Review articles
- Technical notes
- Case studies
- Discussions
Audience: The primary audience for Landslides includes researchers, engineers, geologists, geographers, and other professionals involved in the study, prevention, and mitigation of landslides. It is also relevant to policymakers and land-use planners concerned with natural hazards.