The Hirsch index has long been one of the key benchmarks used to assess scientific output. Does this indicator really influence decisions on grants or university positions? We look at how the h-index shapes a scientist's professional reputation and where it stands among other assessment criteria.
Citations in Scopus and their impact on the h-index
Citations of a researcher’s works in Scopus demonstrate their value and relevance in the academic community. They show how actively other scholars use the results of published works in their own research. How do citations in Scopus affect the growth of the Hirsch index, and how can citation rates in Scopus be increased? Read on.
How to increase the h-index in Google Scholar?
The significance of the Hirsch index is difficult to overestimate. This metric is one of the most important and effective scientometric indicators for assessing a scientist’s activity. What aspects should be considered to increase the Hirsch index in Google Scholar? Read our article.
What is the Hirsch index and how is it calculated?
In the field of scientometrics, there is a significant number of indicators used to assess the scientific activity of researchers. One of the best-known metrics is the Hirsch index (h-index). What is the Hirsch index? How should it be calculated correctly? What are the advantages of a high Hirsch index for a researcher? Read about it in our article.
