Bibliometric Analyses Reveal Patterns of Collaboration between ASMS Members

Area of Science:

• Bibliometrics
• Scientific Collaboration Networks
• Mass Spectrometry

Background:

• Understanding the structure of scientific communities is crucial for advancing research.
• The American Society for Mass Spectrometry (ASMS) is a key organization in the field.
• Bibliometric analysis offers a quantitative approach to map scientific collaborations.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the collaborative network of the ASMS membership.
• To identify geographical distribution and research hotspots within the ASMS.
• To visualize the co-authorship patterns among mass spectrometry researchers.

Main Methods:

• Bibliometric analysis of ASMS membership data.
• Construction of a co-authorship graph to represent collaborations.
• Geographical mapping and analysis of research topic distribution.

Main Results:

• A single, large co-authorship graph connects 4249 ASMS members, including most highly published authors.
• Topographical differences observed between university groups and national laboratories.
• Strongest co-author links are associated with long-term, co-located collaborations.
• High concentration of active researchers in North America and Western Europe.
• Identification of new and emerging research topics within the ASMS membership.

Conclusions:

• The ASMS exhibits a highly interconnected collaborative network.
• Geographical proximity and long-term collaboration are key factors in strong co-authorship links.
• The analysis provides insights into the current landscape and future directions of mass spectrometry research.