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What is an impact factor and why is it important?
A journal's impact factor (IF) is a metric that measures the frequency with which articles from a specific journal are cited in other journals, indicating the journal's influence and importance within its field.
For more information about impact factors (and other bibliometrics) and how they are used, see the Journal and Research Impact Guide.
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Answered by Ken Frankel
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Apr 23, 2025
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