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[The impact factor and those who dislike it]
1Tudománypolitikai és Tudományelemzési Osztály, MTA Könyvtár és Információs Központ Budapest.
Orvosi Hetilap
|June 25, 2015
Summary
The impact factor, introduced in 1976, faces ongoing debate. Critiques often target general doubts or technical flaws rather than the core features of the impact factor itself.
Area of Science:
- Bibliometrics
- Scientific publishing
- Research evaluation
Context:
- The impact factor has been a prominent metric in scientific publishing since 1976.
- It is frequently subjected to both praise and criticism within the academic community.
Purpose:
- To provide an overview of the common criticisms leveled against the impact factor.
- To analyze whether these criticisms address the substantial features of the metric or superficial issues.
Summary:
- This paper examines the reservations and objections directed at the impact factor.
- Analysis reveals that many criticisms focus on general doubts, technical inaccuracies, or misuse, rather than fundamental aspects of the metric.
Impact:
- Clarifies the nature of impact factor criticisms, distinguishing substantial objections from remediable flaws.
- Aims to foster a more nuanced understanding of the impact factor's utility and limitations in research assessment.
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