Best Practices in Research Evaluation Using Modern Bibliometrics Tools like InCites

Research evaluation using modern bibliometric tools like InCites is crucial for assessing the overall scientific impact of research, identifying emerging trends within various fields, and measuring the productivity of individual researchers, institutions, and journals.

By leveraging advanced bibliometric tools and metrics, such as citation analysis, category normalized citation impact, collaboration metrics , evaluators can gain a deeper understanding of how research contributes to the advancement of knowledge, the influence it has on other scientific work, and its broader societal reach. 

In this webinar, Clarivate experts will elucidate best practices in research evaluation and underscore how this data-driven approach ensures more objective and evidence-based decision-making in research funding, resource allocation, and policy development.

Duration:
90 minutes

Webinar Format:
  • Introduction & Overview (10 minutes)
  • Main Presentations (60 minutes)
  • Interactive Q&A (20 minutes)

Webinar Outline:
  1. Introduction & Importance of Research Evaluation (10 minutes)
  2. Key Bibliometric Indicators and Their Limitations (15 minutes)
    • Overview of Core Metrics
    • Real-world Examples
  3. Contextualizing and Normalizing Bibliometric Data (10 minutes)
    • Subject Category Normalization
    • Citation Windows
    • Collaboration Impact
    • Case Study: Demonstrate how contextualized bibliometric data gives more accurate insights into research impact.
  4. Responsible Use of Bibliometrics (ISI and DORA Principles) (10 minutes)
    • Introduction to ISI Reports and the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment.
    • What institutions and researchers can do to align with these recommendations.
    • Case Study
  5. Tools for Modern Bibliometric Analysis (15 minutes)
    • Overview of InCites, Bibliometrix, and VoSViewer
    • Live Demo
  6. Emerging Trends in Bibliometrics (10 minutes)
    • Open Access Metrics
    • AI and Machine Learning in Bibliometrics
    • Diversity Metrics
    • Interactive Element: Poll participants on their experience with emerging trends in bibliometrics).
  7. Ethical Considerations in Research Evaluation (10 minutes)
    • Gaming the System.
    • Biases in Bibliometrics
    • Promoting Fairness
  8. Q&A Session (20 minutes)
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Speaker
Dr. Subhasree Nag
Senior Business Solution Consultant
Clarivate