Insights Into JKMS Submissions and Medical Journal Publications in Korea

Area of Science:

• Medical Research
• Scholarly Publishing
• Bibliometrics

Background:

• The Korean medical research landscape faces unique challenges impacting publication and submission trends.
• Understanding these trends is crucial for fostering a sustainable research environment.

Purpose of the Study:

• To analyze publication and submission trends of Korean medical journals from 2010 to 2024.
• To identify factors influencing these trends and propose solutions.

Main Methods:

• Publication status assessed using data from 58 domestic journals listed in the 2023 Journal Citation Reports (JCR).
• Submission status examined using data from the Journal of Korean Medical Science (JKMS).

Main Results:

• A 3% decrease in published original articles by domestic authors in 2024 compared to 2023.
• Overall decrease in JKMS submissions, with minor increases in May and October 2024.
• Consistent growth in international JKMS submissions, exceeding the 15-year average.

Conclusions:

• Declining domestic publication rates and overall submission trends require attention.
• Growing international interest in JKMS suggests a positive global perception.
• Addressing issues like medical school admissions and post-COVID-19 effects is vital for Korean medical research sustainability.