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Summary
An algorithmic method was developed to select quality scientific articles, mimicking expert judgment. This approach was tested on cardiac arrhythmia pharmacology literature, showing promising results in identifying key publications.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacology
- Bibliometrics
- Scientific Communication
Context:
- Evaluating scientific literature is crucial for research synthesis.
- Traditional methods rely on subjective expert judgment.
- A systematic approach is needed to enhance objectivity in article selection.
Purpose:
- To present an algorithmic method for selecting high-quality journal articles.
- To formalize existing evaluation mechanisms in scientific publishing.
- To objectively assess the literature on the pharmacology of cardiac arrhythmias.
Summary:
- Developed and applied an algorithmic method to select quality journal articles.
- The method is based on formalizing established scientific evaluation practices.
- Tested on cardiac arrhythmia pharmacology literature from 1967-1970.
Impact:
- The algorithm's selections approximated those of conventional subjective judgment.
- Provides a reproducible and potentially more objective method for literature review.
- Demonstrates the feasibility of computational approaches in bibliometrics.