FDU LibGuides: Scholarly Publishing Guide: Finding a Publication

Finding a Journal

When looking for a publication to publish your research in, it is important to find a trustworthy source that has the appropriate scope and audience for your research.

Suggestions:

Look at which journals publish articles in your department and/or subject
Ask your colleagues
Ask your library liaison
Search library databases for your topic and look at what journals are publishing those articles
Use a journal directory (below) to find a match
Compare journals by measuring their impact

Journal Directories

The following journal directories can point you in the direction of selecting a journal to publish your work:

Elsevier Journal Finder
JournalFinder uses smart search technology and field-of-research specific vocabularies to match your paper to scientific journals.
Springer Journal Suggester
Search all Springer and BMC journals to find the most suitable journal for your manuscript. Easily compare relevant journals to find the best place for publication.
Ulrich's Periodicals Directory
Ulrich's Periodicals Directory is a bibliographic database providing detailed, comprehensive, and authoritative information on serials published throughout the world. It covers all subjects, and includes publications that are published regularly or irregularly and are circulated free of charge or by paid subscription.
Cabell's Journalytics
Explore more than 11,000 qualified academic journals to discover the perfect outlet for your research.
Web of Science Master List
The Master Journal List is an invaluable tool to help you to find the right journal for your needs across multiple indices hosted on the Web of Science platform.
Directory of Nursing Journals
The Directory is a joint service of INANE and Nurse Author & Editor, which is Edited by Leslie Nicoll, PhD, MBA, RN, FAAN.

Scholarly Publishing Guide

Finding a Journal

Journal Directories

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