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Comparing Bibliometric Analysis Using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science Databases
Published on: October 24, 2019
Journal impact factor: this editorial, academic and scientific influence
Milton Artur Ruiz1, Oswaldo Tadeu Greco, Domingo Marcolino Braile
1Brazilian Journal of Hematology and Hemotherapy. milruiz@yahoo.com.br
Summary
Bibliometric instruments, like the impact factor, are crucial for assessing scientific quality. Despite criticisms, the impact factor remains a valuable tool for evaluating research productivity.
Area of Science:
- Bibliometrics
- Scholarly Communication
- Research Evaluation
Background:
- Bibliometric instruments are essential for measuring the quality of scientific journals and researchers.
- The history and implementation of the Institute for Scientific Information's impact factor since 1955 are detailed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present and discuss criticisms regarding the impact factor's inadequacy for evaluating scientific production.
- To explore misuse and editorial strategies related to bibliometric indices.
- To introduce the new CAPES journal classification and its criteria.
Main Methods:
- Historical analysis of bibliometric instruments.
- Discussion of criticisms and misuse of the impact factor.
- Presentation of the CAPES classification system.
Main Results:
- The impact factor has faced significant criticism concerning its suitability for evaluating scientific output.
- Editorial strategies have been employed to manipulate bibliometric indices.
- A new CAPES journal classification, incorporating various criteria including the impact factor, has been introduced.
Conclusions:
- Despite challenges and debates, the Institute for Scientific Information's impact factor remains a useful and currently the primary tool for assessing scientific and intellectual productivity.
- The impact factor continues to influence national scientific and academic life.
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