An International Journal of Optimization and Control: Theories & Applications (IJOCTA) is pleased to announce the release of the 2025 CiteScore metrics by Elsevier. According to the latest data, IJOCTA has achieved a CiteScore of 3.8, an increase from 3.7 in the previous year.

This achievement marks another important milestone in the journal’s continued growth and international recognition. Notably, IJOCTA has advanced from Q2 to Q1 in the Optimization and Control category, reflecting the journal’s increasing academic influence and visibility within the global research community.

Since its establishment, IJOCTA has been dedicated to publishing high-quality research in optimization, control theory, operations research, mathematical modeling, computational methods, and their applications across science and engineering. The journal strives to serve as an international platform for researchers to disseminate innovative theoretical developments and practical applications.

The advancement to Q1 status is a testament to the collective efforts of our editorial board members, reviewers, authors, and readers. Their dedication and commitment to maintaining rigorous scientific standards have played a vital role in strengthening the journal’s reputation and impact.

Looking ahead, IJOCTA will continue to uphold the highest standards of scholarly publishing, foster academic exchange, and promote cutting-edge research in optimization and control.

The Editorial Office sincerely thanks all editors, reviewers, authors, and readers for their continued support and valuable contributions to the success of IJOCTA！