Journal of Informetrics
Scope & Guideline
Leading the Charge in Quantitative Information Studies
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Bibliometric Analysis:
The journal focuses on metrics and indicators that quantify scientific output and impact, including citation analysis, h-index, altmetrics, and other bibliometric measures. - Knowledge Mapping and Visualization:
It emphasizes techniques for visualizing knowledge structures and relationships among scientific publications, authors, and institutions, often using network analysis. - Interdisciplinary Research Dynamics:
Research exploring the interplay between different scientific disciplines and the impact of interdisciplinary collaboration on research outcomes is a core area of focus. - Research Evaluation and Policy:
The journal investigates the implications of research evaluation metrics on academic policy, funding, and the broader impacts of scientific research on society. - Emerging Technologies and Innovation:
It covers studies related to the assessment of emerging technologies, innovation dynamics, and the role of patents and scientific publications in technological advancement. - Social Media and Public Engagement:
Research that examines the relationship between scholarly communication and social media engagement, including altmetrics and public perceptions of scientific work.
Trending and Emerging
- Machine Learning and AI in Bibliometrics:
There is a growing trend in applying machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques for predictive modeling and analysis of academic impact, citation trajectories, and research collaboration. - Social Media Metrics and Altmetrics:
Research exploring the impact of social media on scholarly communication and the use of altmetrics to assess research visibility and influence is increasingly prevalent. - Interdisciplinary Collaboration:
The journal is seeing more studies that analyze the effects of interdisciplinary collaboration on research productivity and innovation, reflecting a broader understanding of knowledge creation. - Policy Impact Studies:
Recent publications are increasingly focusing on the impact of research on policy-making and societal outcomes, highlighting the relevance of scientific inquiry in real-world applications. - Data-Driven Approaches to Research Evaluation:
Emerging methodologies that utilize big data and complex networks to evaluate research impact and collaboration patterns are gaining prominence, showcasing innovative analytical frameworks.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Citation Metrics:
There has been a noticeable decline in research focusing solely on traditional citation metrics without considering broader impacts or context, as newer metrics and approaches gain traction. - Single-Disciplinary Studies:
Research that examines phenomena strictly within a single discipline without considering interdisciplinary perspectives is becoming less common, reflecting a shift towards more integrative studies. - Descriptive Bibliometric Studies:
There seems to be a waning interest in purely descriptive studies that do not employ advanced analytical techniques or do not contribute to theoretical frameworks. - Static Impact Assessments:
The focus on static assessments of research impact, such as impact factors without longitudinal studies, is decreasing in favor of dynamic and comprehensive analyses of research influence.
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