Aims and Scope of Journal of Documentation
The Journal of Documentation is a double-blind peer-reviewed academic journal covering theories, concepts, models, frameworks, and philosophies in information science. The journal publishes scholarly articles, research reports, and critical reviews. Less
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3.1
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Q2Information Systems

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1.56
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Journal of Documentation Journal Specifications
| Overview | |
| Publisher | EMERALD GROUP PUBLISHING LTD |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Bi-monthly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Bi-monthly |
| Publication Start Year | 1945 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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