Research impact and metrics

Research impact metrics can be used to measure the performance and impact of journals, articles, books, book chapters and other research outputs, as well as to compare and rank journals to make strategic decisions on where to publish.   

Researchers are required to demonstrate their research impact when applying for grants or promotion, and metrics can be used to support this. However, it is important to understand where to find them, how to select the most appropriate metrics for the situation, and how to use research impact metrics both effectively and responsibly. 

The following webpages provide guidance on the most common types of metrics, where to locate them, and how they can be used to illustrate research impact.  

For further information about a wide range of research impact metrics, take a look at the Metrics Toolkit.  

For questions about research impact metrics, please contact your Liaison Librarian