Articles tagged with Citation
Seven UNIST researchers have been named 'world's most highly cited researchers' for 2018. This is the second-highest number of HCRs in South Korea after Seoul National University, with two out of four affiliated with UNIST. The researchers are recognized for their work in multiple fields.
Distinguished Professor Ruoff has been recognized by Clarivate Analytics as a probable winner of the physics prize for his work on carbon-based materials, including capacitive energy storage and supercapacitors. He is one of 17 top-tier scientists selected globally.
A new analysis by University of Maryland professor Ben Shneiderman reveals that research papers with multiple coauthors receive significantly more citations. The study found that university-corporate collaborations produce breakthrough research with substantial impact. Researchers and universities recognize the power and benefits of pa...
Four Jefferson Lab-affiliated scientists have been elected as Fellow of the American Physical Society, a prestigious honor recognizing their significant contributions to nuclear physics. Cynthia Keppel's fellowship honors her broad impact in fundamental nuclear science and applications of nuclear technology.
The BRICS countries have seen significant growth in academic activity between 2000 and 2015, reaching 29% of global publications cited in Scopus. China's exceptionally high rate of publications led the way, while Russia saw a notable increase after 2013.
The Journal of Nuclear Medicine's impact factor increased by 12% in 2017, ranking fifth among medical imaging journals. Citations to the journal rose from 24,977 to 27,101.
A study by NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development found non-white scholars are significantly underrepresented in publication rates, citation rates, and editorial positions in communications. Research highlights biased citation practices that undervalue work from non-white scholars.
A new study published in PeerJ found that scientists who communicate their research through social media, particularly Twitter, tend to receive more citations. This positive correlation suggests that science communication can help increase the reach of scientific discoveries.
A study by Prof. Katrin Hussinger and Dr Maikel Pellens found an average drop in citations of 8-9% for previous colleagues of fraudulent scientists, impacting their career success and funding opportunities.
A new ranking system assesses orthopaedic surgery residency programs based on the number of citations in high-quality journals. The study identifies top-ranked programs with over 1,000 research publications and 20,000 citations within a decade.
A recent study by NC State University found that fostering diversity increases innovation, resulting in more patents and new products. The study analyzed data from the largest publicly traded companies and found a causal link between diverse workforces and improved innovation.
The 'Human Trafficking, Exploitation and Health' collection in PLOS Medicine explores the global crisis of modern slavery, highlighting extreme hazards suffered by trafficked workers in high-risk sectors. Research is needed for evidence-based approaches to prevention and providing appropriate health care for victims.
Global scientific articles are being produced in fewer major cities, while emerging countries like China and India are gaining impact. The share of top global cities in citations has decreased, while new hubs are emerging with high-quality research.
The 2017 Balzan Prizewinners were announced for their groundbreaking work in Collective Memory, Gender Studies, Immunological Approaches in Cancer Therapy, and The Sun's Planetary System and Exoplanets. Aleida and Jan Assmann won the Prize for Collective Memory, while Bina Agarwal received the Prize for Gender Studies.
A new study by MIT researchers finds that retracted papers can lead to a 10% drop in citations for remaining work, with high-profile cases experiencing an even larger decline. The study suggests the scientific community reacts to new information through peer review, adjusting its view on the value of certain scholars' work.
A study of 100 most-cited neuroscience articles reveals five top research topics: neurological disorders, prefrontal cortex, brain connectivity, brain mapping, and methodology studies. The study allows scientists to quickly identify impactful research in neuroscience.
The Journal of Nuclear Medicine ranked 5th in impact factor among medical imaging journals, increasing to 6.646 in 2016, with a 5-year impact factor of 6.459. Citations increased to 24,977, and article influence score is 1.84.
Researchers found that only 3% of psychology journals explicitly state that they accept replication studies. This lack of welcoming replications may lead to a buildup of foundations of sand in scientific research.
A new study found that Wikipedia editors rely more on out-of-copyright information after Google Books digitized a publication, resulting in decreased traffic for pages using copyrighted content. This limitation affects not only readers but also creators seeking to build upon historical information.
Researchers analyzed 56,000 patents granted by U.S.-based research-intensive universities with incubators. They found a strong negative association between incubator establishment and patent quality. The study suggests that incubitors may dilute innovation by competing for resources.
Crossref's new infrastructure enables links between preprints and articles, maintaining clear citation records and connecting them to the full history of shared research results. Preprints will have their own nexus of connections with other preprints and articles.
Academic publishers are moving towards requiring data publication with citations, but current systems struggle to accommodate dynamic data structures. A new paper proposes an automated citation system that would generate standardized citations for extracted data, providing a solution for improving reproducibility and credibility.
A new metric, Relative Citation Ratio (RCR), quantifies article influence at the article level and field-independently. RCR overcomes issues with previous metrics by using citation rates to measure influence.
A new metric called the Relative Citation Ratio (RCR) allows researchers to evaluate article influence regardless of publication or field. RCR is benchmarked to a peer comparison group, providing a more accurate measure of an article's impact.
Dr. Jaephil Cho, a top researcher in secondary batteries, has been selected into the list of 'Most Cited Researchers' in Materials Science and Engineering, with eight Korean researchers and five institutions including UNIST making the cut. His research focuses on high-energy-density cathode and anode materials.
Susan Blaeser, Standards Manager of the Acoustical Society of America, has been awarded the Distinguished Service Citation for her outstanding service to the society. She has managed the ASA Standards Program and administered U.S. Technical Advisory Groups to international organizations.
A new study reveals that patients with long-term urinary catheters attend emergency departments frequently due to catheter problems, but often lack community nurse support. The findings suggest that better strategies are needed to address and manage these issues in the community.
Researchers found that negatively-cited studies are usually high quality and receive more attention than average papers. The study also identified patterns behind knowledge production, holding promise for improving scientific paper search algorithms.
A Polish team has developed an analytical method to predict the h-index, a key scientific measurement, using bibliometric data. The study provides an exact formula to calculate external citations and self-citations for each paper written by an author, opening doors for growth analysis in social networks and different scientific fields.
Arnold L. Gordon selected as Fellow of The Oceanography Society for fundamental contributions to understanding ocean interconnectedness, drawing from observations of the Southern Ocean and Indonesian Seas. Dr. Gordon's work has had a lasting impact on our understanding of global ocean circulation.
A study found that Bob Dylan's lyrics are increasingly cited in biomedical papers, with 213 references identified. The most cited songs are 'The Times They Are A-Changin'' and 'Blowin'' In The Wind'', sparking interest among medical professionals.
Helminck is honored for increasing the diversity of the mathematical research community through his work at North Carolina State University. He has successfully recruited and retained doctoral students from underrepresented groups, as well as directed programs to foster diversity in mathematics education.
Research found that one in 50 citations in top immunology journals were critical in nature, criticizing specific sections or limitations. Negative citations came from close academics but at a significant distance geographically, highlighting social cost of criticism.
Paul D. Schomer, Owner and Principal of Schomer and Associates, has been recognized with the Acoustical Society of America (ASA) Distinguished Service Citation for his excellent service as Standards Director and leadership in developing acoustics standards. He was awarded the citation at the 170th meeting of the ASA on November 4, 2015.
Three American scientists have been awarded the prestigious International Balzan Prizes for their outstanding contributions to the fields of art history, economic history, astroparticle physics, and oceanography. Hans Belting, Joel Mokyr, Francis Halzen, and David Karl will share a total prize amount of $3 million.
Researchers observed beak-to-beak mating, den co-occupancy, and extended spawning in captive adult Larger Pacific Striped Octopuses, supporting previously recorded anecdotes. These findings provide insight into the behavior of this species, which remains undescribed.
The Journal of Dairy Science has recognized four award-winning papers for their high citation impact. These papers, published between 2012 and 2015, have significantly impacted research and the dairy industry.
Research published in Injury Prevention found that license plate decals did not reduce crash rates among young drivers with learner permits in New Jersey. The study analyzed data from January 2006 to June 2012 and found no association between decal provision and crash rates, citing high compliance with passenger restrictions
A new IU study identifies the 'sleeping beauties,' research papers that lie dormant for years before experiencing sudden recognition. The study found that papers in physics, chemistry, and multidisciplinary science were most likely to experience delayed citations, with some papers staying dormant for over 70 years.
Engineers at MIT have devised a formula for estimating how fast a technology is advancing, based on information gleaned from relevant patents. The researchers found that certain metrics across patents, such as forward citations and publication date, are more likely to predict a technology's improvement rate than others.
Scientists at Arizona State University have created a mathematical framework to detect emerging innovation in research networks, identifying key individuals and patterns. The filter, developed by Nadya Bliss and Manfred Laubichler, has promising applications for funding agencies and interdisciplinary research.
A Northwestern University study reveals an automated method of analyzing movie citations outperforms human critics and crowd wisdom in predicting a film's significance. The researchers analyzed over 15,000 movies and found that the number of references by other movies is the best predictor of inclusion in the National Film Registry.
Umberto Bottazzini, a professor at the University of Milan, received the 2015 AMS Whiteman Prize for his works on modern mathematics in Italy and complex analysis. His publications have greatly advanced understanding of the development of modern mathematics.
Hee Oh, a Yale University mathematician, has been awarded the 2015 AMS Ruth Lyttle Satter Prize for her groundbreaking work on dynamics on homogeneous spaces and its connections to number theory. Her research brings together seemingly disparate fields in a beautiful way.
Robert Lazarsfeld is being awarded the 2015 AMS Steele Prize for his outstanding work in algebraic geometry, as documented in his two-volume book 'Positivity in Algebraic Geometry I and II'. The prize recognizes the profound influence of these books on research in the field over the past decade.
A study by Aalto University researchers found that a scientist's good reputation among colleagues increases the likelihood of citing their publications. The quality, not quantity, of publications builds authors' reputations, leading to a 'reputation boost'. This reinforces a research strategy beneficial for science and scientists alike.
A recent study by MIT scholars reveals that retracted papers can have a significant impact on the field, causing a relative decline in citations and funding. The study highlights the need for scientists to describe the nature of each retraction in more detail, as well as the importance of separating scientific value from misconduct.
Thomson Reuters has included five UC Riverside researchers in its list of highly cited individuals, citing their impact on various scientific fields. The researchers, Roya Bahreini, Julia Bailey-Serres, Robert Haddon, Wei Ren and Yadong Yin, were identified through citation data analysis over 11 years.
A NOAA regulation has been effective in lowering ship speeds in areas with North Atlantic right whales, helping protect these critically endangered animals from collisions. The policy of notifying speeding vessels resulted in improved compliance rates, especially among cargo vessels.
The 8th edition of Scientific Style and Format, a definitive resource on scientific editorial style and publishing practices, is now available online. The new edition features updated coverage of technologies, plagiarism, and copyright law, as well as changes in stylistic recommendations.
Researchers investigated expert and novice dart players' techniques for accurate throwing. The study revealed two strategies used by experts: (1) compensating with hand movement for variable release times, and (2) reducing timing variability by releasing the dart at a fixed time. Both strategies achieved consistent throwing.
Scientists analyzed bryozoan species before and after a mass extinction event, finding no significant change in body length. Maximum colony size declined in three out of four surviving types, suggesting the Lilliput effect may not be universal across organisms.
A new study found that high-status authors receive more attention for their work, with a 12% increase in citations. The effect is more pronounced for recent papers and those published in lower-profile journals. This phenomenon, known as the 'Matthew Effect,' highlights the impact of author reputation on scientific discovery.
A study analyzing 5.5 million research papers and 27.3 million authorships found that female authors were underrepresented, receiving fewer citations than their male counterparts. The findings highlight the need for policies to address systemic inequalities in science, particularly through international collaborations.
A recent study analyzed 1.4 million peer-reviewed articles on Twitter and found that high tweet counts do not necessarily correlate with high citation rates. Many articles from prestigious journals like PNAS and Science received significant mentions, but quality control is lacking in social networks.
A new study found that papers with shared data received increased citation numbers for at least five years, with data reuse on the rise over time. The researchers concluded that actual data reuse contributed significantly to the citation difference.
A study published in Health Affairs found that nursing home consumer satisfaction scores are a valuable tool for informing consumer choice and rewarding homes for quality care. The study also found correlations between higher satisfaction scores and better staffing levels, fewer citations, and improved care.
A recent study by Indiana University found that while academics' TED Talks receive more comments and views than non-academics', the videos do not lead to an increase in citations among peers. The researchers suggest the Matthew Effect may be at play, where already recognized scholars are chosen for TED presentations.
Professor Jack Barth recognized for outstanding contributions to continental shelf oceanography and community service. The Oceanography Society's TOS Fellows program honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the field.
A study by researchers at the University of California, San Diego found that offering packs of smaller drinks leads to increased soda consumption and higher business revenues. The results suggest that limiting larger servings of sugary drinks may have unintended consequences, such as increasing soda sales.