Introduction
Shanghai Jiao Tong University Journal of Medical Science (SJTU J Med Sc), also known as Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine Journal, is a peer-reviewed medical journal published quarterly in English by the Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine. The journal was established in 1981 and covers a wide range of medical disciplines, including basic medical sciences, clinical medicine, and public health.
Impact Factor
Impact factor (IF) is a metric used to evaluate the impact of a journal in its field. It reflects the average number of citations to articles published in the journal during the previous two years. Higher IF indicates greater impact and visibility of the journal in the scientific community.
According to the 2020 Journal Citation Reports (JCR) released by Clarivate Analytics, the SJTU J Med Sc had an impact factor of 1.742, which ranked it 147th out of 172 journals in the category of Medicine, General & Internal. Its ranking was slightly lower than the previous year's ranking of 1.831, which placed it at 129th out of 169 journals.
Historical Impact Factor
The historical impact factor of a journal can provide important insights into its publishing history and trends. The SJTU J Med Sc's impact factor has fluctuated over the years, with some notable trends worth mentioning.
From 2005 to 2010, the impact factor of the SJTU J Med Sc remained relatively stable, ranging from 0.487 to 0.641. However, the journal experienced a significant increase in its impact factor starting in 2011, which climbed from 0.694 to 1.540 in just five years. In 2016, the impact factor of the SJTU J Med Sc reached its peak at 2.135, but then declined over the following years to 1.742 in 2020.
Factors Contributing to Impact Factor
Several factors can affect a journal's impact factor, such as editorial policies, article quality, publication frequency, and citation patterns. The SJTU J Med Sc has taken several measures to improve the quality and visibility of its articles and increase its impact factor.
For instance, the journal has established an international editorial board composed of renowned experts in various medical fields. The board members are responsible for maintaining high editorial standards and ensuring the quality and relevance of published articles. The SJTU J Med Sc has also increased its publication frequency from biannual to quarterly, allowing for more articles to be published each year.
In addition, the journal has implemented rigorous peer-review and plagiarism check procedures to maintain the integrity of the publication process. The SJTU J Med Sc has also embraced open access publishing, making its articles freely available to researchers and clinicians worldwide, thereby increasing their visibility and potential impact.
Conclusion
The SJTU J Med Sc is a highly respected medical journal with a long history of publishing high-quality research in various medical fields. Its impact factor has fluctuated over the years, but it has consistently ranked among the top medical journals in China. The journal has taken several measures to increase its impact factor, such as improving editorial policies, article quality, publication frequency, and citation patterns. It remains committed to providing a platform for innovative and impactful research in the field of medicine.
