Academic Analytics Research Center (AARC)

As the volume of social sciences journal articles increases, academic book publication is slowing

A study by Academic Analytics Research Center found a significant increase in journal article publications (64%) and decrease in book publications (34-54%) across 12 Social Sciences disciplines from 2010 to 2020. This shift may impact library acquisitions strategies and affect humanities-related fields.

SourceAcademic Analytics Research Center (AARC)·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 3, 2022

Comprehensive scholarly publishing dataset shows publication rates in 170 disciplines at US universities

A new dataset examines publication patterns across 170 academic disciplines to provide more nuanced comparisons. The data reveals significant variation in publishing activity and venue preferences among scholars.

SourceAcademic Analytics Research Center (AARC)·JournalFrontiers in Research Metrics and Analytics·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 26, 2022

Do senior faculty publish as much as their younger colleagues?

A study found senior faculty's research publication activity exceeded expectations across disciplines, with a focus on book and chapter publications. Senior scholars are uniquely positioned to invest time in long-term publication efforts.

SourceAcademic Analytics Research Center (AARC)·JournalScientometrics·DateApr 27, 2021

Who's writing open access articles?

A study found that male authors, those employed at prestigious institutions, and those affiliated with STEM disciplines are more likely to author open access articles. The study analyzed characteristics of 182,320 open access authors across the US from 2014-2018.

SourceAcademic Analytics Research Center (AARC)·JournalQuantitative Science Studies·DateJan 19, 2021