Q: How can I find journal citation reports and impact factors?
Answer
We have several databases that include information about journal citation reports and impact factors. All the databases can be accessed by clicking the "Find a Database" link on the library homepage. See our "How to Find a Database" FAQ for further assistance.
Journal Citation Reports
Impact factors for journals can be found in Journal Citation Reports*. The reports for each publication year come out a couple of years after publication, so the most current years may not be included. Journal Citation Reports also includes other measurements of impact and influence like the Eigenfactor score.
*Journal Citation reports can only be accessed on campus
InCites
InCites offers citation reports and impact factors. You will need to create an account to use InCites. Click the "Register an email address" link below the sign in button and fill out the forms to create your InCites account. You can use your personal or school email address.
After you're logged in to InCites, click "products" on the top right of the page and select "Journal Citation Reports." From here, you can search for a specific journal or select a category for journals you would like to view information about. Select the journal title to view the Impact Factors for the journal.
Cabells Journalytics
Formerly known as Cabells Directories, Cabells Journalytics provides rankings and reports for thousands of journals in a broad range of disciplines so researchers can discover, verify, or evaluate the validity of those academic journals. This specialized search platform provides information about a journal's performance such as the Journal Impact Factor (JIF), Journal Citation Indicator (JCI), and many other metrics.
For more information
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Kennesaw: Sturgis Library check out desk (Ground floor) 470-578-6202
Marietta: Johnson Library check out desk (Main floor) 470-578-7276