Introduction
As a key measurement of a journal's impact, the impact factor (IF) is a widely recognized indicator of a journal's importance within its field. The impact factor is calculated based on the number of citations received by a journal's articles in the preceding two years. In this article, we will be examining the impact factor of the Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science (JATS), a leading English-language publication in the field of acupuncture and tuina.
Current Impact Factor of the Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science
The 2020 Journal Citation Reports (JCR) released by Clarivate Analytics shows that the Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science has an impact factor of 1.329. This is an increase compared to the previous year's impact factor of 1.273.The ranking of the Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science in the Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine category (as of 2020) has improved from 43rd in 2019 to 31st. This indicates the growing significance of the journal within the field of acupuncture and tuina research.
The Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science’s Previous Impact Factors
The following are the previous impact factors of the Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science:
- 2020: 1.329
- 2019: 1.273
- 2018: 1.272
- 2017: 1.188
- 2016: 0.820
As shown above, the impact factor of the Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science has been consistently on the rise since 2016, indicating a trend of increasing influence in the field.
Factors that Affect the Impact Factor of the Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science
Several factors can influence the impact factor of a journal. Some of the factors that contribute to the IF of the Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science include:
- The quality and relevance of the articles published in the journal.
- The number of citation-worthy articles published over the preceding two years.
- The total number of articles published in the journal.
- The overall citation rate of the papers within the field of acupuncture and tuina research.
- The number of subscribers to the journal.
Conclusion
The Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science has shown promising growth in its influence and impact within the field of acupuncture and tuina research. With a current impact factor of 1.329, and a consistent pattern of increase over the past few years, the journal ranks amongst the most influential publications in the field. Moving forward, it will be exciting to see how the Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science continues to gain traction and recognition as a valuable source of knowledge and insight for the acupuncture and tuina community.
