In my major, the highest impact factor of journals are only around 3.5 (not include Nature, Science). My summary of publication is: Ph.D. from Canada in physical geography Peer-reviewed journal and conference: 16 (12 in English, 4 in Chinese) First author: 15; Second author: 1 Conference poster and presentation: 7 Citation: Totally about 40 (including self citation) Paper review: 6 times for 5 journals Awards: 2 travel awards for conference 感觉没有希望了。可是,我们专业的引用太低了,不可能短期提高。大家怎么处理这种 情况?