Congratulations to Soft Science for Achieving Its First Impact Factor: 9.0

On June 18, 2025, Clarivate Analytics released the 2024 edition of the Journal Citation Reports (JCR). We are proud to announce that Soft Science has received its first Impact Factor (IF) of 9.0, following its launch in 2021. In the category of Materials Science, Multidisciplinary, Soft Science ranked 70th out of 460 journals (70/460)—firmly placing it in the top 16% (Q1).

This remarkable achievement reflects the unwavering dedication of our editorial board, the outstanding contributions of our authors, the diligent efforts of our peer reviewers, and the enduring trust and support of our readers. Upholding the highest standards of scientific rigor and editorial excellence, we remain committed to fostering a premier academic platform that serves scholars around the globe.

As we celebrate this important milestone, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who made this success possible. We invite you to join us in shaping the future of Soft Science by submitting your best work, as we continue our pursuit of excellence and our vision to become a world-class scientific journal.

Editor: Inga Ren
Language Editor: Emma Chen
Production Editor: Ting Xu
Respectfully Submitted by the Editorial Office of Soft Science