Is the Impact Factor Losing Its Power—or Are We Using It Wrong?
A single number remains influential in journal marketing, yet even its providers warn against applying it to individual papers.
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9 November 2026Staff-reported · Editorially independent
Journals & Indexing
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Why Do Journals Lose Indexing? The Decisions Behind Discontinuation
An indexing listing can attract authors and transform a journal’s prospects. Losing future coverage raises questions many publishers are unprepared to answer.
What Does “Indexed” Really Mean on a Journal Website?
Journal websites frequently display database names and logos, but researchers should verify coverage independently.