Indexing and Impact Factor

The American Journal of Data Science and Analytics (AJDSA) is committed to academic excellence, global visibility, and long-term scholarly impact. The journal is dedicated to ensuring that high-quality, peer-reviewed research in data science, analytics, and artificial intelligence reaches a wide international audience of researchers, practitioners, and policymakers.

AJDSA places strong emphasis on indexing, citation tracking, and digital preservation as essential components of scholarly communication. By continuously strengthening its presence in recognized academic databases and citation indices, the journal enhances the discoverability, credibility, and measurable impact of published research.

Indexing and Abstracting Services

AJDSA is indexed and abstracted in several reputable academic and research platforms that enhance the visibility and accessibility of its published articles. Inclusion in these databases allows researchers to disseminate their work globally and ensures long-term retrievability of scholarly content.

Through indexing, AJDSA aims to:

ü Increase research visibility and discoverability across global academic networks.

ü Enhance citation potential by making articles accessible to a broad research community.

ü Ensure permanent digital archiving and long-term accessibility of published work.

Current Indexing Platforms

Current Indexing Platforms

AJDSA is currently indexed or registered with the following platforms:

· Google Scholar – Provides comprehensive discovery, citation tracking, and academic visibility across disciplines.

· CrossRef (DOI Registration) – Ensures permanent Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) for reliable citation, cross-referencing, and metadata integration.

· BASE (Bielefeld Academic Search Engine) – Enhances discoverability within European and international research infrastructures.

· WorldCat – Integrates journal content into global library catalogs, increasing accessibility through academic and institutional libraries.

· PKP Index – Indexes open-access journals published through Open Journal Systems, supporting global discoverability.

· Scilit – A widely used academic database for scientific literature indexing and citation analysis.

These platforms ensure that AJDSA articles are easily searchable, citable, and accessible to the global data science and analytics community.

Impact Factor and Citation Metrics

AJDSA is actively working toward establishing a strong citation presence within the international research ecosystem. Citation metrics serve as important indicators of scholarly influence, reflecting how frequently published research is referenced by other studies.

The journal monitors and promotes the following citation indicators:

Google Scholar Metrics – Citation counts, h-index, and i10-index, updated regularly based on published articles.
Article-Level Metrics – Tracking individual article citations, downloads, and academic engagement.
CrossRef Citation Linking – Enabling accurate citation tracking and reference linking across indexed publications.

AJDSA is committed to transparency in reporting citation performance and providing authors with measurable indicators of research impact.

How Indexing Benefits Authors

Publishing in an indexed journal such as AJDSA offers significant advantages to authors at all career stages:

ü Greater academic recognition – Indexed articles are more widely acknowledged in scholarly and professional evaluations.

ü Enhanced citation potential – Articles are more easily discovered and cited by global researchers.

ü Career and funding advancement – Indexed publications are often required for tenure, promotion, grants, and research assessments.

ü Global dissemination – Articles appear in scholarly search engines and academic databases worldwide.

ü Long-term accessibility – Indexing ensures permanent digital preservation and reliable retrieval of published research.

These benefits strengthen authors’ academic profiles while maximizing the reach and influence of their work.

Commitment to Quality and Continuous Improvement

AJDSA continuously enhances its editorial standards, peer-review rigor, and publication workflows to meet evolving indexing criteria. The journal regularly reviews submission guidelines, ethical policies, metadata standards, and digital archiving practices to ensure compliance with international best practices.

Authors, institutions, and funding bodies are encouraged to support and cite AJDSA publications, contributing to the journal’s growing academic reputation and citation performance.

Inquiries and Contact

For questions related to indexing status, citation metrics, or impact factor development, please contact the AJDSA Editorial Office:

editor.ajdsa@americanscholarly.us