Some research ideas on Journal Impact Factors as a crucial topic in science dynamics

Juan Miguel Campanario ()
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Juan Miguel Campanario: Universidad de Alcalá

Scientometrics, 2012, vol. 92, issue 2, No 11, 293-295

Abstract: Abstract In the interesting and provocative paper on Journal Impact Factors by Vanclay (in press) there are some interesting points worth further reflection. In this short commentary I will focus in those that I consider most relevant because they suggest some ideas that could be addressed by researchers interested in this topic.

Keywords: Impact factor; Research program; Science dynamics (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2012
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