Smith, DR (Smith, Derek R.) Bibliometrics, dermatology and contact dermatitis CONTACT DERMATITIS, 59 (3): 133-136 2008

[Eugene Garfield]

Author(s): Smith, DR (Smith, Derek R.) 

Title: Bibliometrics, dermatology and contact dermatitis 

Source: CONTACT DERMATITIS, 59 (3): 133-136 2008 

Language: English 

Document Type: Review 

Author Keywords: bibliometrics; citation analysis; contact dermatitis; 
dermatology; impact factor 

Keywords Plus: OF-INVESTIGATIVE-DERMATOLOGY; IMPACT FACTOR; JOURNAL 
IMPACT; REFERENCE ACCURACY; CITATION-INDEX; ARTICLES; AUTHORS; 
PUBLICATIONS; RELEVANCE; HISTORY 

Abstract: Although the fields of bibliometrics and citation analysis have 
existed for many years, relatively few studies have specifically focused 
on the dermatological literature. This article reviews citation-based 
research in the dermatology journals, with a particular interest in 
manuscripts that have included Contact Dermatitis as part of their 
analysis. Overall, it can be seen that the rise of bibliometrics during 
the mid-20th century and its subsequent application to dermatology has 
provided an interesting insight into the progression of research within 
our discipline. Further investigation of citation trends and top-cited 
papers in skin research periodicals would certainly help complement the 
current body of knowledge. 

Addresses: Univ Newcastle, Fac Hlth, Res Ctr Excellence Sch Hlth Sci, 
Ourimbah, NSW 2258, Australia 

Reprint Address: Smith, DR, Univ Newcastle, Fac Hlth, Res Ctr Excellence 
Sch Hlth Sci, Ourimbah, NSW 2258, Australia. 

E-mail Address: derek.smith at newcastle.edu.au 

Cited Reference Count: 41 

Times Cited: 0 

Publisher: BLACKWELL PUBLISHING 

Publisher Address: 9600 GARSINGTON RD, OXFORD OX4 2DQ, OXON, ENGLAND 

ISSN: 0105-1873 

29-char Source Abbrev.: CONTACT DERMATITIS 

ISO Source Abbrev.: Contact Dermatitis 

Source Item Page Count: 4 

Subject Category: Allergy; Dermatology 

ISI Document Delivery No.: 341QA 

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