The new edition of the Journal Citation Reports (JCR) was released on 17 June 2026.
This year, updated data are available for 22,643 journals (including 5 from Georgia), including more than 6,700 open access titles, and 521 new journals have been added to the Journal Citation Reports. 

I have also scheduled several free webinars in English for late August and September, covering topics such as:

Additional databases available on the Web of Science platform

Researcher and author profiles

University rankings and research evaluation

Registration is already open, and details can be found here: https://clarivate.libguides.com/europe/Balkan

I would be very grateful if you could help share this information with relevant departments and colleagues who may be interested.

Wishing you a wonderful summer, and I look forward to staying in touch.

Webinars

26 August, 2026
Title: Exploring Life Science Research Content in Web of Science: WoS Core Collection, CABI, FSTA and MEDLINE
Looking for high-quality biological and biomedical research? Join us for this practical webinar on how to navigate key databases within the Web of Science platform.
We will guide you through:
•    The Web of Science Core Collection, CABI, FSTA, and MEDLINE
•    Differences in coverage across biology, agriculture, food science, and medicine
•    Real examples of how to find and analyze relevant and reliable literature faster
•    How to refine results according to your research needs and save them for future use
By the end of the session, you will feel more confident choosing the right database and building effective search strategies for your research needs.

Time 17:00–18:00 (Tbilisi time)

Registration

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kc8C9vBWRhSjdQYnorKKwQ

2 September, 2026

Title: Web of Science Researcher Profiles: A Practical Guide to Creating and Managing Your Profile

Researcher profiles play a key role in showcasing a researcher’s scientific output, providing a comprehensive overview of publications, citation impact, peer review activity, and academic achievements in one place. They help ensure accurate representation of research contributions and support visibility within the global scholarly community
We invite you to join a practical webinar dedicated to working with Web of Science Researcher Profiles.
During the webinar, we will cover:
•    Why researcher profiles are important and what research tasks they support,
•    What information can be included in a Web of Science profile,
•    How to create, claim, manage, correct and update your profile
•    How to use your unique ResearcherID to ensure correct attribution of your work and track your research impact,
•    How to integrate your profile with ORCID to synchronise publications and maintain a consistent researcher identity across platforms,
The session will be hands-on and focused on practical steps you can apply immediately to improve the quality, visibility, and impact of your researcher profile.
We will also dedicate time during the Q&A session to address the questions submitted in the registration form.

Time 17:00–18:00 (Tbilisi time)

Registration
 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_arMGej6ZQReFQEmoB1c0ZQ 

16 September, 2026

Title: University Rankings: Methodologies, Evaluation, and Strategic Improvement

During this webinar, we will explore the key components of major global university rankings and examine the role of research performance in overall positioning.
We will discuss how factors such as publication output, citation impact, and international collaboration influence ranking results. Participants will learn how to assess their university’s current performance using data from Clarivate resources, including Web of Science and InCites Benchmarking and Analytics. This will help identify strengths and areas for improvement.
The session will also cover practical actions that institutions can take to enhance their rankings, including:

Increasing publication quality and targeting high-impact journals

Strengthening international research collaborations

Improving visibility and accuracy of institutional data

Identifying emerging research areas and strategic priorities

Using benchmarking analytics to track progress against peer institutions

This webinar will provide a clear, data-driven approach to enhancing research performance and boosting a university’s competitiveness in global rankings. We will also dedicate time during the Q&A session to address the questions submitted in the registration form.

Time 17:00–18:00 (Tbilisi time)

Registration

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NUfHA1OhQBKU_oZHx63wRQ