WEC&N Receives First-Ever CiteScore of 3.8, Ranking in Q2 of Environmental Science

We are thrilled to share that Water Emerging Contaminants & Nanoplastics (WEC&N) has received its first-ever CiteScore of 3.8, as announced in the 2024 CiteScore release by Scopus on June 3, 2025. This notable achievement places WEC&N in Q2 in the field of Environmental Science, ranking *71st out of 150 journals.

This achievement marks a significant step forward in the journal’s development and reflects its growing academic impact and recognition within the global scientific community. It is the result of the collective efforts of our dedicated contributors, and we would like to express our sincere gratitude to:

• Our Editorial Board, for their expert guidance and unwavering commitment to academic excellence;
• Our authors, for their valuable and high-quality research contributions;
• Our readers, for their continued interest, engagement, and support.

Looking ahead, we remain committed to further elevating the journal by enhancing our editorial processes, expanding our global reach, and fostering meaningful scientific dialogue. Together, we will continue to grow WEC&N into a leading platform for impactful research on water contaminants and nanoplastics.

Thank you for being a vital part of this exciting journey. We look forward to reaching even greater success together.

Editor: Qi Sunny
Language Editor: Catherine Yang
Production Editor: Ting Xu
Respectfully Submitted by the Editorial Office of Water Emerging Contaminants & Nanoplastics