Want to know more about quantitative research indicators (a.k.a. bibliometrics) such as Journal Impact Factor, h-index or altmetrics? We have a new ebook in stock, containing thorough discussion of this field, the pros and cons of various indicators and the future of measuring research:
Sugimoto, C. R. and Larivière, Vincent (2018) Measuring research : what everyone needs to know. (OU login required)
It also answers questions such as:
- What are the data sources for measuring research?
- How is impact defined and measured?
- How is research funding measured?
- What is the relationship between science indicators and peer review?