Exploration and Practice of the Specialization Transformation of University Journals——Taking the Journal of Hebei GEO University as an Example
The transformation of the Journal of Hebei GEO University is in line with the development of the host university,Hebei GEO University.The change of journal name from the founding name Journal of Hebei College of Geology to the middle name Journal of Shijiazhuang College of Economics,to the current name,has been accompanied by the transformation of journal positioning.The transformation of a journal inevitably undergoes the pains of a transitional period,which are directly reflected in changes in the number of journal submissions and the impact factors of the journal.Whether the transformation of a journal is beneficial can also be measured by these two factors.This article analyzes the process of transformation and the changes before and after the transformation of our journal based on actual data.The results indicate that after transitioning from a comprehensive journal to a professional journal in Earth Sciences in 2017,this journal has experienced a gradual decrease in submission volume from 2018 to 2020,followed by a high and stable recovery.The impact factor of the journal has significantly increased with the transformation,indicating that the influence of this journal in the academic circle has been further expanded and is developing in a favorable direction.The inspiration brought by the transformation of the journal is that the advantageous disciplines of the host university are the foundation for the specialization development of the journal,and the strong support of the host university is an effective guarantee for improving the quality of the journal.
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