Web links and gender in science: An exploratory analysis

Mike Thelwall (), Franz Barjak () and Hildrun Kretschmer
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Mike Thelwall: University of Wolverhampton
Hildrun Kretschmer: The Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences

Scientometrics, 2006, vol. 67, issue 3, No 3, 373-383

Abstract: Abstract Gender inequalities are prevalent in science despite many initiatives to try to eradicate them. Given the deep-rooted and complex nature of these inequalities there is a continuing need for research into their causes and manifestations. This study analyses one aspect of web communication, hyperlinks, to explore whether they are a potential source of insights into gender differences in this important scientific communication medium. A study of links to life sciences research groups in nine European found little evidence of gender differences, except in Germany. As a consequence, it is argued that hyperlinks are not a promising source of quantitative information about gender differences in communication strategies or online visibility, at least for senior researchers or research groups.

Date: 2006
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