Study on the Funding Characteristics of English-language Sci-Tech Journals Published in China: Implementation of the China Sci-Tech Journal Excellence Action Plan-II

This study analyzes the English journal funding in the second phase of China Sci-Tech Journal Excellence Action Plan (CJEAP-II), utilizing InCites data. Compared to CJEAP-I, it supports more journals with increased funding. Selected journals exhibit high citation metrics but lower article volume than top international peers and a high proportion of Chinese authors. CJEAP-II emphasizes article volume and the dominant power of journal running. While funding remains limited for established journals, the foundation from CJEAP-I and significant research investment positions Chinese sci-tech journals for rapid development to bolster national scientific advancement.