Open research reach
AHFE Open Access provides a growing catalogue of peer-reviewed publications across human factors engineering and human-centered computing. The journal landing page can display live publication and article counts from that catalogue so impact information remains current.
Breadth of research
AHFE scholarship spans artificial intelligence and computing, design, engineering, management and training, healthcare, manufacturing and related interdisciplinary fields.
Impact with context
AHFE treats publication counts and usage indicators as context rather than substitutes for quality. Scientific contribution, methodological rigor, reproducibility, usefulness and responsible research practice remain central.
From measurements to meaningful outcomes
Assess impact in context: reproducibility, citations, educational uptake, safer operations, usability improvements or changes to practice each answer different questions. Usage counts alone cannot establish scientific validity or beneficial effect.
Evidence-led reporting
Where the journal publishes indicators, they should identify the reporting period, population and source. Comparisons between publication types or fields should recognize differences in article volume, publication age and citation conventions.