This document discusses considerations for increasing the impact and visibility of open journal systems (OJS) journals in Brazil. It provides details on the author's activities supporting OJS implementation and journal indexing. Key points include that open access and proper indexing in databases like Web of Science are important for visibility and citations. Adherence to publication schedules and geographic diversity can also influence indexing. The document highlights Maringá State University's success in increasing the impact of its journals through optimal OJS management and indexing in major databases.

1. OJS journals in Brazil: considerations for increased impact and visibilityEdilsonDamasio, MsC.Librarian / Bibliotecário – Maringá StateUniversityPress - UEM/Eduemedilsondamasio@gmail.comDAMASIO, E., Sept../2011 CreativeCommons

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