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Radiological research in Europe: a bibliometric study
G S Mela1, C Martinoli, E Poggi
1Department of Internal Medicine, DIMI, University of Genoa, Largo R Benzi, 8, 16132 Genova, Italy.
European Radiology
|March 29, 2003
Summary
European radiologists contribute significantly to global research, producing nearly 40% of radiology papers. However, European research output, measured by impact factor and resources, lags behind the U.S., indicating a need for increased investment.
Area of Science:
- Bibliometrics
- Radiology Research
- Scientific Output Analysis
Background:
- Bibliometric analysis is crucial for assessing scientific contributions.
- Understanding the global standing of European radiology research is important for strategic development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the scientific output and impact of European radiologists compared to other global regions.
- To correlate bibliometric data with socio-economic factors in European nations.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric search of peer-reviewed articles by radiologists (1995-2000) indexed by ISI.
- Defined European radiologists by 'radiol' in author address; used journal impact factor to assess scientific 'weight'.
- Analyzed papers per capita and per GDP, comparing European countries with the U.S. and the rest of the world.
Main Results:
- European radiologists accounted for nearly 40% of global scientific production in the field.
- Germany, UK, and France led European publications, with overall European output increasing while U.S. production slightly decreased.
- European research showed lower impact factors and fewer papers per capita/GDP compared to the U.S., despite some exceptions.
Conclusions:
- European radiology research is growing, demonstrating a strong commitment from researchers.
- European radiology has not yet achieved global leadership in scientific literature.
- Lower mean indices for research resources suggest potential underfunding in Europe compared to the U.S.