The portrait of a journal as reflected in its publications, references and citations: Inorganica Chimica Acta, 1990–1994

Abstract Scientometric techniques have been used to help sketch a portrait of the journal Inorganica Chimica Acta during the period 1990–1994. An attempt is made not only to reveal some of the so far hidden features of the journal but also to give some hints on how to improve its visibility and prestige in the future.