Each scientometric database offers its own tools for evaluating journals. In this article, we will look at the key metrics used in the Scopus and Web of Science databases, as well as how they specifically help researchers.
What does the success of a publication depend on? First of all, on the journal in which the article will be published. Its characteristics directly affect whether the research will be noticed and actively cited by other scientists. In this article, we will consider the main aspects that need to be taken into account when choosing a journal for publication.
Today we will discuss how the impact factor affects the reputation of journals and what advantages are offered by publishing in journals with a high value of this indicator.