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October 14, 2005 | Leave a Comment

The Number That’s Devouring Science. ‘Indeed, impact factors have assumed so much power, especially in the past five years, that they are starting to control the scientific enterprise. In Europe, Asia, and, increasingly, the United States, Mr. Garfield’s tool can play a crucial role in hiring, tenure decisions, and the awarding of grants.’

Discussion at Crooked Timber.





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