Articles tagged with Citation
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.
Peter J. Stang has pioneered supramolecular chemistry, which could be used in drug delivery and oil refining. He is the first to receive the ACS Priestley Medal for his contributions to organic chemistry.
A new study found that 3-year-olds endorse equal sharing norms, but fail to follow them until they reach 7-8 years old. Researchers gave stickers valued by children of all ages and asked about sharing, finding consistent endorsement across ages. However, actual behavior showed a gap between endorsed and followed norms.
Researchers orally disseminated their HIV research findings to 477 participants, who enthusiastically received the information and identified new areas for investigation. The dissemination conference was funded by several organizations, including the National Institutes of Health.
Researchers argue that traditional citation metrics like journal impact factors and h-index are insufficient for comparing the impact of different scientists or publications in unrelated fields. Percentile-based indicators can provide a more accurate assessment of scientific work.
The Society of Interventional Radiology's flagship publication has launched a new app for iPad users, offering convenient access to interventional radiology literature and multimedia. The app allows readers to browse the latest issue, save articles, take notes, and share content on social media.
The partnership provides enhanced digital access to the official journal of The Transplantation Society, including online archives and mobile devices. Members and individual subscribers can benefit from improved access to critical information on transplantation practices, research, and clinical outcomes.
Peter J. Stang has been awarded the American Chemical Society's Priestley Medal for his pioneering work on supramolecular chemistry, a field that could lead to new drug delivery vehicles and more efficient oil refining. With over 450 papers authored, Stang is a prominent figure in the field of organic chemistry.
A new study published in BMC Medicine has found that open access journals are producing high-quality peer-reviewed articles with a similar scientific impact to traditional subscription journals. The study compared the citation rates of over 610 open access journals and over 7,000 subscription journals, finding that the differences disa...
A new initiative establishes Online Identification Keys (OIK) as a derivative of Data Papers, facilitating interactive key construction and citation mechanism. MOSCHweb is a software platform that enables the creation of online keys, providing biologists and general users with benefits.
A recent study published in the European Heart Journal found that factors predicting publication success in scientific research differed from those predicting later scientific impact. Accepted abstracts were more likely to be based on basic research, have a large patient number, and be prospective study designs, while full-text publica...
Walter and Eliza Hall Institute researcher Professor Terry Speed was awarded the 2012 Thomson Reuters Citation Award in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. His research has been cited more than other Australian researchers, with applications to infection, immunity, inherited diseases, and cancer.
The US CDC proposes to focus investments on six public health functions: strategic epidemiologic information, and strengthening key institutions and infrastructure. The agency aims to engage public health institutions domestically and abroad in health systems strengthening efforts.
A new computational model accurately reproduces the emergence of fashion trends by considering people's copying of cultural traits and preferences. The results show that only a few cultural traits become popular and trends with rapid popularity are abandoned quickly.
Researchers Dr. Allen W. Wilhite and Dr. Eric A. Fong found that journal editors coerce authors into adding unnecessary citations to articles in the same journal for increased ranking and prestige. The study analyzed 6,672 responses from researchers in various fields, revealing a widespread practice among editors.
Despite efforts to identify and retract plagiarized papers, a significant percentage remain untagged, raising concerns about the prevalence of scientific plagiarism. Researchers like Harold Garner have called for improved detection systems to address this growing issue.
New Caledonian crows show expertise in tool use, adapting their technique to optimize performance. The study reveals that these crows possess cognitive mechanisms beyond simple associative learning, allowing them to understand the functional properties of novel tool types.
The US Department of Energy has announced nine winners of the 2011 Ernest Orlando Lawrence Award, recognizing their significant contributions to research and development supporting the department's missions. The award winners will receive a gold medal, citation, and $20,000.
Current approaches to medical education in developing world are insufficient and require a symbiotic relationship between education and population health. A more effective model would prioritize impact on health outcomes as a key criterion for measuring excellence.
A new study published in PLOS ONE challenges the idea that women's voices contain cues for men to detect ovulation. The researchers found that the variation in women's vocal quality throughout the menstrual cycle does not provide reliable information about the timing of ovulation, making it a poor mating clue.
A recent publication by Dirk Helbing and Santo Fortunato shows that innovations can overcome the rich-gets-richer dynamics in scientific achievements through the boost factor, identifying landmark papers with sharp peaks. This finding suggests that science undergoes phase transitions, where sudden systemic shifts occur, and citation av...
A study published in the American Journal of Infection Control found that 15% of US nursing homes receive deficiency citations for infection control. The research team discovered a strong correlation between low staffing levels and the receipt of an infection control deficiency citation.
A new study in The FASEB Journal found that free access to scientific journal articles does not increase their citations, contradicting the widely-held 'open access citation advantage' theory. The research suggests that open access articles are seen by more readers but not cited more frequently.
A new study by Rice University's Baker Institute found that US researchers who collaborate with international scientists receive more citations and greater recognition than their peers. This is particularly true when the US scientist is a corresponding author, with an average of 20.3 citations compared to 15.0 for independent publicati...
A study published in the Journal of Management Studies found that dominant CEOs can drive companies to extremes of performance. However, a strong board of directors can mitigate this effect and improve company performance. Companies with powerful boards tend to have better outcomes than those without them.
Researchers found that papers with authors in the same building were cited 45% more than those in different buildings. The closer first and last authors are located, the more impactful the paper is, according to a new Harvard study.
A new Harvard Medical School study found that physical proximity of researchers strongly correlates with the impact of their work. The closer the first and last author are located, the more impactful a paper is as measured by citations.
A cluster of articles in PLoS Medicine highlights the need to improve global health estimation and data measurement. Experts argue that the process has become overly politicized and that action is needed to address the most vulnerable populations' health needs.
The William T. Pecora Award recognizes Prof. Marvin Bauer's outstanding contributions to remote sensing education, science, and applications. The award highlights his research in agriculture, forestry, and lake water quality monitoring.
The World Health Report 2010 identifies inefficiencies in healthcare systems, wasting 20-40% of expenditure, and recommends reducing reliance on out-of-pocket payments for healthcare. The report also acknowledges the challenges in implementing healthcare reform and managing chronic diseases.
A new study published in PLOS ONE reveals that full-text analysis is needed to uncover duplicate citations in the scientific literature. The researchers found that most papers are novel, but certain sections like the introduction and methods section frequently have reused content. The study offers hope for developing guidelines on acce...
Princeton computer scientists developed a new search technique analyzing language patterns to determine influential documents. The algorithm recognizes individual paper contributions and found papers with strong influence on language without high citation counts.
The Journal of Infection and Public Health (JIPH) has been selected for inclusion in the US National Library of Medicine's MEDLINE database. This recognition increases the journal's visibility and impact on international readership, making it easier for authors to publish their work and be cited more widely.
The Journal of the American Society of Hypertension (JASH) has been selected for inclusion in MEDLINE, a premier bibliographic database of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. JASH's scientific merit and contribution to the field have been recognized through this prestigious recognition.
The PLoS Medicine Editorial argues that drug companies' human rights responsibilities have not been adequately addressed, despite the need to make medicines available to those in need. The editorial highlights the importance of accountability and calls for an external body to monitor pharmaceutical companies' policies and practices.
Key findings from a PLOS Medicine series highlight the need to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and policy-making in Africa. The authors emphasize developing innovative approaches and investing in local adaptation of global MNCH evidence to address regional constraints.
European Urology has released a new impact factor of 7,667, highlighting its status as a top urological forum for over 35 years. The journal is read by 20,000 urologists globally and offers high-quality papers, fast response, and an international profile.
A new study demonstrates that a first-person perspective of a life-sized virtual human female body can generate a body transfer illusion, where subjects experience ownership of the virtual body. This finding contradicts previous research assuming visuotactile synchrony as the critical factor in ownership illusions.
Researchers propose new methods to accurately estimate child and adult mortality rates, improving data collection and analysis. These methods, such as using summary birth history and sibling survival data, aim to address limitations of traditional demographic methods and provide a more reliable understanding of population health trends.
A study by Amdam et al. found a positive correlation between honeybee associative learning performance and metabolic stress resilience, independent of social factors. The relationship suggests that central nervous system function and metabolic biology can be associated, providing insights into how to reduce human health disparities.
A team of researchers used new mathematical tools to reveal major shifts in the structure of scientific research, tracking changes in neuroscience from an interdisciplinary specialty to a full-fledged scholarly discipline. The analysis resulted in striking images demonstrating the evolution of the field over time.
Karl E. Karlstrom received the GSA Distinguished Service Award for his exceptional leadership in publishing and editorial board service, while Bruce F. Molnia was awarded the GSA Public Service Award for enhancing public understanding of earth sciences through his photography and public outreach.
Jaime D. Barnes received the Subaru Outstanding Woman in Science Award for her pivotal geochemical research, while John T. Leftwich Jr. received the Bromery Award for his illustrious career advancing minority participation in geoscience. The awards honor outstanding contributions to the field.
The Journal of Foot & Ankle Surgery has been accepted for coverage by multiple Thomson Reuters services, including Journal Citation Reports. Abstracting and indexing will begin with Volume 47:1 (2008), supporting the journal's mission to advance practitioner competency and enhance patient care.
The American Geographical Society (AGS) awarded national medals to polar explorers, including Matthew Henson, who accompanied Robert Peary on the 1909 expedition to the North Pole. Peter Smith, principal investigator of NASA's Phoenix Mars Mission, received an award for his work exploring Mars. Researchers also recognized for saving th...
A recent analysis found that downloads and citations are highly correlated with a 0.74 correlation coefficient, indicating that downloads can be used as an alternative metric to measure article impact. Downloads mirror citations but become available about two years earlier.
The Journal of Correctional Health Care has been accepted into the premier bibliographic database MEDLINE, making its research and case studies more accessible to a vast audience. The journal, published by SAGE on behalf of NCCHC, addresses correctional health care topics through original research, best practices, and literature reviews.
The research, led by Johan Bollen, created a high-resolution graphic depiction of the virtual trails scientists leave behind when they retrieve information from online services. The map reveals unexpected relations between scientific domains and emerging relationships capturing the collective interest of the scientific community.
A new study found that local governments issue more traffic citations when revenue falls, as a means of generating additional income. The research controlled for demographic and economic differences, revealing a statistically significant correlation between revenue shortfalls and increased ticket issuance.
Dr. James M. Hill has been awarded the distinction of American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellow for his contributions to understanding viral and bacterial keratitis. He is being honored for developing excellent animal models and unique drug delivery systems, as well as identifying a specific human gene as a risk...
Researchers identified localized clusters of dengue cases in rural Thai villages, suggesting that targeted mosquito control measures could reduce transmission. The study's findings provide valuable insights into the spread of dengue virus and inform potential prevention strategies.
A team of researchers argues that current publication practices create an extreme imbalance between the abundance of supply and limited venues for publication, leading to unrepresentative results. This distortion affects the broader scientific community, as only a small proportion of research findings are selected for publication.
A new study published in PLOS Medicine found that birth size is a significant marker of susceptibility to breast cancer later in life. The research analyzed data from over 600,000 women and discovered that a 0.5 kg increase in birth weight was associated with a 7% higher risk of breast cancer. Birth length and head circumference were a...
Researchers created a new prognostic model for traumatic brain injury using patient characteristics from the IMPACT database, including age, motor component of Glasgow coma score, and pupillary reactivity. The model also includes haemoglobin and glucose measurement, providing a more comprehensive prediction of outcomes.
A recent study by Cornell University found that open-access articles receive more downloads than subscription-based articles, but do not receive more citations. Higher quality articles are simply made freely available, reversing the cause-and-effect relationship previously assumed.
A study published in PLOS ONE found that editors' expectations for quality reporting have a strong relationship with journal quality. Italian journals, which lack international standards, perform poorly compared to UK journals, indicating the importance of editorial leadership in promoting high-quality research.
A new study found that the risk of hospitalization from being violently assaulted increases when local alcohol sales rise. For every extra 1,000 liters of alcohol sold per store per day, the overall risk of being hospitalized for assault increased by 13%. The risk was highest in men, youths aged 13 to 20 years, and those living in urba...
A nationwide study of 3,000 Lebanese adults found that one in four had a lifetime mental health disorder, with major depression being the most common. Exposure to war-related events significantly increased the risk of developing an anxiety or mood disorder.
A study of 7,290 participants in eight European countries identified patterns of person-to-person contact relevant to controlling the spread of infectious diseases. Statins impair antitumor effects of rituximab and antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity against B cell lymphoma cells.