scholarly journals Measuring article impact with another metric: Impact Order

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ismail Sahin
Keyword(s):  
Scientific Knowledge ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Scientific Progress ◽  
Factor H ◽  
Original Research ◽  
H Index ◽  
A Chain ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Article Impact

Various quantitative and qualitative metrics have been developed for assessing journals, individual researchers and articles, mainly based on the number of published items and their citations, such as Impact Factor, h-index, Eigenfactor, Cited Half-Life, etc. The reason of developing various assessment measures may be based on two grounds: scientific and commercial. Either one has its own merits to serve the scientific community in particular and the whole public in general. The search for refining the existing metrics and/or developing new ones will continue to better serve the needs.Scientific inquiry leads to the generation of scientific knowledge. The common way of sharing and dissemination of this outcome is to publish in scientific journals. The accumulation of scientific knowledge is accepted as a sign of scientific progress. This accumulation occurs in a chain relation through citing previously published associated papers in a newly published paper. This citation chain is a forward propagation of knowledge accumulation. The fusion of the knowledge is expected to lead the progress towards new questions and inquiries in this endless effort of scientific research.In this study a new metric named Impact Order (IO) is proposed. Citations play a major role to determine the Impact Order as in other assessing metrics. The Impact Order backtracks the papers through their citations from the current paper towards the seeding paper, which contains the original research question and investigation. The Impact Order of a paper in this citation chain is the number of papers citing the concerned paper without braking the chain. Hence, the Impact Order of a paper is a metric measuring the number of papers (scientific inquiries) that have been impacted (or led) by that paper. The Impact Order of a paper is an indicator to assess the quality of a paper by measuring the number of papers inspired by that paper and also by measuring the life-cycle of the concerned paper through its citation chain.

scholarly journals Standing on the shoulders of Giants: a citation analysis of the paediatric congenital heart disease literature

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Daniel P. Sew ◽  
Nigel E. Drury
Keyword(s):  
Citation Analysis ◽  
San Francisco ◽  
Citation Count ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Scientific Progress ◽  
The United States ◽  
Original Research ◽  
Prolific Author ◽  
Journal Citation Reports ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Objective: The citation history of a published article reflects its impact on the literature over time. We conducted a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to identify the most cited papers on CHD in children. Methods: One-hundred and ninety journals listed in Journal Citation Reports were accessed via Web of Science. Publications with 250 or more citations were identified from Science Citation Index Expanded (1900–2020), and those relating to structural CHD in children were reviewed. Articles were ranked by citation count and the 100 most cited were analysed. Results: The number of citations ranged from 2522 to 309 (median 431, IQR 356–518), with 35 published since 2000. All were written in English, most originated from the United States (74%), and were published in cardiovascular journals, with Circulation (28%) the most frequent. There were 86 original research articles, including 50 case series, 14 cohort studies, and 10 clinical trials. The most cited paper was by Hoffman JI and Kaplan S on the incidence of CHD. Thirteen authors had 4 or more publications in the top 100, all of whom had worked in Boston, Philadelphia, San Francisco, or Dallas, and the most prolific author was Newburger JW (9 articles). Conclusions: Citation analysis provides a historical perspective on scientific progress by assessing the impact of individual articles. Our study highlights the dominant position of US-based researchers and journals in this field. Most of the highly cited articles remain case series, with few randomised controlled trials in CHD appearing in recent years.

Mindfulness-based stress reduction for people with chronic diseases

2010 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. 200 ◽  
Author(s):  
Monika Merkes
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Original Research ◽  
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction ◽  
The Impact

Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) is a structured group program that uses mindfulness meditation to improve well-being and alleviate suffering. This article reviews the impact of MBSR for people with chronic diseases. The review includes original research that was published in English and peer-reviewed and reported outcomes for adults with chronic diseases who had participated in an MBSR program. Fifteen studies were identified. Outcomes related to mental and physical health, well-being, and quality of life. The studies included different research designs, and used self-report and physiological outcome measures. Participants’ clinical diagnoses included fibromyalgia, chronic pain, rheumatoid arthritis, type 2 diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome, multiple chemical sensitivity, and cardiovascular diagnoses. All 15 studies found that participation in an MBSR program resulted in improvements. No negative change was reported between baseline and follow up. Outcomes in regard to specific variables were difficult to compare and equivocal. Overall, positive change predominated. Chronic diseases are associated with a range of unwelcome psychological and physical consequences. Participation in an MBSR program is likely to result in coping better with symptoms, improved overall well-being and quality of life, and enhanced health outcomes. As an adjunct to standard care, MBSR has potential for much wider application in Australian primary care settings.

scholarly journals Quality of care in the free maternal healthcare era in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review of providers’ and managers’ perceptions

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Monica Ansu-Mensah ◽  
Frederick Inkum Danquah ◽  
Vitalis Bawontuo ◽  
Peter Ansu-Mensah ◽  
Tahiru Mohammed ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Care ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Poor Quality ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Healthcare Financing ◽  
Maternal Healthcare ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Free maternal healthcare financing schemes play an essential role in the quality of services rendered to clients during antenatal care in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, healthcare managers’ and providers’ perceptions of the healthcare financing scheme may influence the quality of care. This scoping review mapped evidence on managers’ and providers’ perspectives of free maternal healthcare and the quality of care in SSA. Methods We used Askey and O’Malley’s framework as a guide to conduct this review. To address the research question, we searched PubMed, CINAHL through EBSCOhost, ScienceDirect, Web of Science, and Google Scholar with no date limitation to May 2019 using keywords, Boolean terms, and Medical Subject Heading terms to retrieve relevant articles. Both abstract and full articles screening were conducted independently by two reviewers using the inclusion and exclusion criteria as a guide. All significant data were extracted, organized into themes, and a summary of the findings reported narratively. Results In all, 15 out of 390 articles met the inclusion criteria. These 15 studies were conducted in nine countries. That is, Ghana (4), Kenya (3), and Nigeria (2), Burkina Faso (1), Burundi (1), Niger (1), Sierra Leone (1), Tanzania (1), and Uganda (1). Of the 15 included studies, 14 reported poor quality of maternal healthcare from managers’ and providers’ perspectives. Factors contributing to the perception of poor maternal healthcare included: late reimbursement of funds, heavy workload of providers, lack of essential drugs and stock-out of medical supplies, lack of policy definition, out-of-pocket payment, and inequitable distribution of staff. Conclusion This study established evidence of existing literature on the quality of care based on healthcare providers’ and managers’ perspectives though very limited. This study indicates healthcare providers and managers perceive the quality of maternal healthcare under the free financing policy as poor. Nonetheless, the free maternal care policy is very much needed towards achieving universal health, and all efforts to sustain and improve the quality of care under it must be encouraged. Therefore, more research is needed to better understand the impact of their perceived poor quality of care on maternal health outcomes.

scholarly journals COSMIN Risk of Bias tool to assess the quality of studies on reliability or measurement error of outcome measurement instruments: a Delphi study

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
L. B. Mokkink ◽  
M. Boers ◽  
C. P. M. van der Vleuten ◽  
L. M. Bouter ◽  
J. Alonso ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Measurement Error ◽  
Delphi Study ◽  
Outcome Measurement ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Measurement Instrument ◽  
Measurement Properties ◽  
Measurement Instruments ◽  
Sources Of Variation ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Scores on an outcome measurement instrument depend on the type and settings of the instrument used, how instructions are given to patients, how professionals administer and score the instrument, etc. The impact of all these sources of variation on scores can be assessed in studies on reliability and measurement error, if properly designed and analyzed. The aim of this study was to develop standards to assess the quality of studies on reliability and measurement error of clinician-reported outcome measurement instruments, performance-based outcome measurement instrument, and laboratory values. Methods We conducted a 3-round Delphi study involving 52 panelists. Results Consensus was reached on how a comprehensive research question can be deduced from the design of a reliability study to determine how the results of a study inform us about the quality of the outcome measurement instrument at issue. Consensus was reached on components of outcome measurement instruments, i.e. the potential sources of variation. Next, we reached consensus on standards on design requirements (n = 5), standards on preferred statistical methods for reliability (n = 3) and measurement error (n = 2), and their ratings on a four-point scale. There was one term for a component and one rating of one standard on which no consensus was reached, and therefore required a decision by the steering committee. Conclusion We developed a tool that enables researchers with and without thorough knowledge on measurement properties to assess the quality of a study on reliability and measurement error of outcome measurement instruments.

scholarly journals Valuing the impact of health and social care programs using social return on investment analysis: how have academics advanced the methodology? A systematic review

BMJ Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (8) ◽  
pp. e029789 ◽  
Author(s):  
Claire Louise Hutchinson ◽  
Angela Berndt ◽  
Deborah Forsythe ◽  
Susan Gilbert-Hunt ◽  
Stacey George ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Return On Investment ◽  
Social Care ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Social Return On Investment ◽  
Health And Social Care ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
The Impact

ObjectivesTo identify how social return on investment (SROI) analysis—traditionally used by business consultants—has been interpreted, used and innovated by academics in the health and social care sector and to assess the quality of peer-reviewed SROI studies in this sector.DesignSystematic review.SettingsCommunity and residential settings.ParticipantsA wide range of demographic groups and age groups.ResultsThe following databases were searched: Web of Science, Scopus, CINAHL, Econlit, Medline, PsychINFO, Embase, Emerald, Social Care Online and the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence. Limited uptake of SROI methodology by academics was found in the health and social care sector. From 868 papers screened, 8 studies met the criteria for inclusion in this systematic review. Study quality was found to be highly variable, ranging from 38% to 90% based on scores from a purpose-designed quality assessment tool. In general, relatively high consistency and clarity was observed in the reporting of the research question, reasons for using this methodology and justifying the need for the study. However, weaknesses were observed in other areas including justifying stakeholders, reporting sample sizes, undertaking sensitivity analysis and reporting unexpected or negative outcomes. Most papers cited links to additional materials to aid in reporting. There was little evidence that academics had innovated or advanced the methodology beyond that outlined in a much-cited SROI guide.ConclusionAcademics have thus far been slow to adopt SROI methodology in the evaluation of health and social care interventions, and there is little evidence of innovation and development of the methodology. The word count requirements of peer-reviewed journals may make it difficult for authors to be fully transparent about the details of their studies, potentially impacting the quality of reporting in those studies published in these journals.PROSPERO registration numberCRD42018080195.

scholarly journals Impact Factor, h-Index, and Alternative Metrics: How Should We Measure the Impact of Publications in Plastic Surgery?

2020 ◽  
Vol 146 (2) ◽  
pp. 247e-248e
Author(s):  
Matthew J. Davis ◽  
Amjed Abu-Ghname ◽  
Nikhil Agrawal ◽  
Edward M. Reece ◽  
Sebastian J. Winocour
Keyword(s):  
Impact Factor ◽  
Plastic Surgery ◽  
Factor H ◽  
H Index ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Alternative Metrics

Indiana Clergy: A Survey of their Human Genetics/Bioethics Educational Needs

1986 ◽  
Vol 40 (1) ◽  
pp. 43-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thomas R. Mertens ◽  
Jon R. Hendrix ◽  
Gordon L. Mendenhall
Keyword(s):  
Human Genetics ◽  
Pastoral Counselor ◽  
Original Research ◽  
Concerted Effort ◽  
Bioethics Education ◽  
The People ◽  
Education Needs ◽  
The Impact

Documents the self-perceivcd needs of a sample of Indiana clergy relative to understanding the impact of advances in human genetics, which, while creating opportunities for better health and a better quality of life, also raise serious moral, ethical, and spiritual questions. Interprets clergy responses to 16 science/society issues and compares these responses to the reactions of two Indiana teacher populations. Emphasizes the role of the pastoral counselor in serving the total needs of individuals confronting crises resulting from medical genetic problems. Asserts that a concerted effort must be initiated to meet the human genetics/bioethics education needs of the clergy if clergy are to be successful in counseling the people in their congregations … Critical comments are offered by a professional pastoral counselor not involved in the original research.

Short-Term Impact of Cancer Prevention and Screening Activities on Quality of Life

2004 ◽  
Vol 22 (5) ◽  
pp. 943-952 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer Cullen ◽  
Marc D. Schwartz ◽  
William F. Lawrence ◽  
Joe V. Selby ◽  
Jeanne S. Mandelblatt
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Original Research ◽  
Short Term ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Short Term Effects

Purpose There are few data on the short-term effects of participating in cancer prevention activities, undergoing genetic risk assessment, or having routine screening. The objective of this article is to systematically review existing research on short-term effects of prevention, genetic counseling and testing, and screening activities on quality of life. Methods We conducted a MEDLINE search for original research studies that were published between January 1, 1985, and December 31, 2002, and conducted in North America or Western Europe. Data were abstracted and summarized using a standardized format. Results We reviewed 210 publications. Most studies focused on psychological states (anxiety, depression), symptoms, or general health status. One hundred thirty-one studies used 51 previously validated noncancer instruments. Many researchers (12.6%) also added cancer-specific measures, such as perceived cancer risk or symptom indices. Only one study measured satisfaction or quality of provider-client communication. While one report examined lost workdays, no other economic consequences of short-term outcomes were evaluated. Among seven studies that assessed short-term outcomes preferences, only four specifically used time trade-off or linear rating scale methods. No study used standard gamble or willingness-to-pay methods. The overwhelming majority of research indicated that short-term effects were transient. Only two studies linked short-term effects to long-term cancer-related health behaviors such as repeat screening. Conclusion There is considerable heterogeneity in short-term outcome measurement. Clinicians need to be aware of potential for short-term, transient adverse effects. The impact of short-term experiences should to be linked to long-term health status and use of services.

scholarly journals Skill ranking of researchers via hypergraph

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
pp. e182 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiangjie Kong ◽  
Lei Liu ◽  
Shuo Yu ◽  
Andong Yang ◽  
Xiaomei Bai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Scientific Research ◽  
Research Skills ◽  
Scientific Impact ◽  
H Index ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Ranking Model ◽  
Hypergraph Theory ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Over Time

Researchers use various skills in their works, such as writing, data analysis and experiments design. These research skills have greatly influenced the quality of their research outputs, as well as their scientific impact. Although many indicators have been proposed to quantify the impact of researchers, studies of evaluating their scientific research skills are very rare. In this paper, we analyze the factors affecting researchers’ skill ranking and propose a new model based on hypergraph theory to evaluate the scientific research skills. To validate our skill ranking model, we perform experiments on the PLOS ONE dataset and compare the rank of researchers’ skills with their papers’ citation counts and h-index. Finally, we analyze the patterns about how researchers’ skill ranking increased over time. Our studies also show the change patterns of researchers between different skills.

scholarly journals Reply: Impact Factor, h-Index, and Alternative Metrics: How Should We Measure the Impact of Publications in Plastic Surgery?

2021 ◽  
Vol Publish Ahead of Print ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthew J. Davis ◽  
Amjed Abu-Ghname ◽  
Nikhil Agrawal ◽  
Edward M. Reece ◽  
Sebastian J. Winocour
Keyword(s):  
Impact Factor ◽  
Plastic Surgery ◽  
Factor H ◽  
H Index ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Alternative Metrics
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