How to cite publications with an impact factor of 3-5?

When citing publications in an EB-1 petition, the most important thing is to follow the citation standards recognized in your field and present each reference in a complete and verifiable way. A well-formatted citation makes the reviewer’s analysis easier and strengthens the credibility of your academic portfolio.

Include the essential elements of each reference so that any reviewer can locate and verify the work: authors (with authorship order), article title, journal name, volume, issue, pages, and the digital identifier (DOI), when available. If you want to highlight the journal’s impact factor, mention the index objectively and briefly explain what it represents in your field, without making it the central argument.

• Standardize the citation style according to your field.
• Include all data that allows each reference to be verified.
• Consider a selected publications section with context for each one.

The goal is to bring clarity and transparency to the overall package, showing the relevance of your work without overstatement. To align format and presentation strategy, it is worth consulting the official guidelines (USCIS) and reviewing the dossier with a specialist before filing.

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