Comprehensive geometrical interpretation of h-type indices

Yu Liu (), Wei Zuo (), Ying Gao and Yanhong Qiao
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Yu Liu: Dalian University of Technology
Wei Zuo: Dalian University of Technology
Ying Gao: Dalian University of Technology
Yanhong Qiao: Dalian University of Technology

Scientometrics, 2013, vol. 96, issue 2, No 14, 605-615

Abstract: Abstract Quantitative evaluation of scientists now has become very important at many aspects in the range of nation, even all over the world. Among the indices used for quantitative evaluation, h-type indicators are the most popular right now. However, because of the problem that mastering more than 40 variants is difficult and time-consuming, we need an intuitional and quick method by which we can present these indicators for evaluators and those even with little knowledge regarding to h-type indicators. In this paper, we introduce the paper-citation histogram in which most h-type indicators could be illustrated with their geometrical interpretation. With the help of these plots, evaluators can better understand the indices in a relatively short time. Meanwhile the geometrical interpretation can provide an insight into the research achievements of scientists.

Keywords: Geometrical interpretation; H-type indicators (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2013
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