Evaluating Journal Impact Factor: a systematic survey of the pros and cons, and overview of alternative measures.

Eugene MechMuhammad Muneeb AhmedEdward TamaleMatthew HolekGuowei LiLehana Thabane

Published in: The journal of venomous animals and toxins including tropical diseases (2020)

JIF has many disadvantages and is applied beyond its original intent, leading to inaccurate information. Several metrics have been identified to improve on certain disadvantages of JIF. Integrated Impact Indicator (I3) shows great promise as an alternative to JIF. However, further scientometric analysis is needed to assess its properties.

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