TeamTree analysis: A new approach to evaluate scientific production.

Area of Science:

• Bibliometrics and scientometrics
• Research evaluation
• Scientific workforce analysis

Background:

• Scientific advancement relies on research teams and publications.
• Current literature analysis primarily focuses on content, neglecting the research workforce.
• Assessing scientific production and impact requires robust methodologies.

Purpose of the Study:

• Introduce TeamTree analysis, a novel bibliometric approach.
• Visualize the evolution and composition of research workforces in scientific fields.
• Develop a citation-independent impact measure for researchers.

Main Methods:

• TeamTree analysis for workforce visualization.
• Development of a new impact metric.
• Utilizing publication records, genealogical ties, and collaborative networks.

Main Results:

• TeamTree analysis provides a visual representation of research team dynamics.
• The new impact measure effectively scales with the H index.
• The approach offers a comprehensive view of scientific contributions beyond citations.

Conclusions:

• TeamTree analysis enhances the exploration of scientific literature by focusing on the workforce.
• The developed impact measure offers a complementary perspective to traditional citation-based metrics.
• This author-centered approach aids in evaluating research and understanding scientific collaboration across disciplines.