Improving the Measurement of Scientific Success by Reporting a Self-Citation Index

Who among the many researchers is most likely to usher in a new era of scientific breakthroughs? This question is of critical importance to universities, funding agencies, as well as scientists who must compete under great pressure for limited amounts of research money. Citations are the current pri...

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Main Authors: Justin W. Flatt, Alessandro Blasimme, Effy Vayena
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2017-08-01
Series:Publications
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2304-6775/5/3/20