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China Unveils New Academic Influence Measurement

Filed: Mar 28, 2026 at 11:04 PM ET
Summary: Chinese researchers introduce the Dongbi Index to evaluate journals, moving away from the traditional impact factor.
WHO: Chinese researchers
WHAT: Introduced a new methodology for evaluating academic journals
WHEN: Mar 20, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Shanghai
WHY: To strengthen China's academic discourse power
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