The Reference Return Ratio

: The paper introduces a new journal impact measure called The Reference Return Ratio (3R). Unlike the traditional Journal Impact Factor (JIF), which is based on calculations of publications and citations, the new measure is based on calculations of bibliographic investments (references) and returns (citations). A comparative study of the two measures shows a strong relationship between the 3R and the JIF. Yet, the 3R appears to correct for citation habits, citation dynamics, and composition of document types

• Type: Journal
• Year: 2008
• Where: JOI
• Authors: Jeppe Nicolaisen, Tove Faber Frandsen
• Keywords: Impact Measures, JOI 2008, Journal Impact, Journal Impact Measure