Bibliometrics is a method of measuring and analyzing research output. Typically, it is based on metadata linked to research publications, e.g. publication- and citation counts.
The purpose of bibliometrics is to gain insight into research patterns, research quality and research impact, as well as the spread of research, in order to examine:
Metrics provide quantitative insight
To examine the patterns, quality and development of research publications, you can look at various metrics or indicators. For example:
However, it is important to remember that metrics and indicators never should stand alone as a measure of research impact and -quality.
As a researcher, you can use bibliometrics to:
At RUC, we have various sources and tools available, that you can use to find bibliometric data or analyses. In the 'Bibliometric tools' section on this page you will find some of the key tools for you at RUC.
The library can help you retrieve data from various sources and prepare bibliometric analyzes and reports.
We can also advise you on methods and the use of bibliometric tools, where we always emphasize the responsible use of metrics and data.
Contact us at RUCforsk@kb.dk.
There are many different tools you can use to find bibliometric data or analyses. Below you will find some of the key tools for you at RUC.
