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The Z-index: A geometric representation of productivity and impact which accounts for information in the entire rank-citation profile
Alexander M. Petersen, Sauro Succi
We present a simple generalization of Hirsch's h-index, Z = \sqrt{h^{2}+C}/\sqrt{5}, where C is the total number of citations. Z is aimed at correcting the potentially excessive pe…
On the Predictability of Future Impact in Science
Orion Penner, Raj Kumar Pan, Alexander M. Petersen +2
Correctly assessing a scientist's past research impact and potential for future impact is key in recruitment decisions and other evaluation processes. While a candidate's future im…
The case for caution in predicting scientists' future impact
Orion Penner, Raj K. Pan, Alexander M. Petersen +1
We stress-test the career predictability model proposed by Acuna et al. [Nature 489, 201-202 2012] by applying their model to a longitudinal career data set of 100 Assistant profes…
Reputation and Impact in Academic Careers
Alexander M. Petersen, Santo Fortunato, Raj K. Pan +6
Reputation is an important social construct in science, which enables informed quality assessments of both publications and careers of scientists in the absence of complete systemi…
Is Europe Evolving Toward an Integrated Research Area?
Alessandro Chessa, Andrea Morescalchi, Fabio Pammolli +3
An integrated European Research Area (ERA) is a critical component for a more competitive and open European R&D system. However, the impact of EU-specific integration policies aime…