Changing patterns of self-citation: cumulative inquiry or self-promotion?

Volume: 38, Issue: 3, Pages: 365 - 387
Published: Apr 25, 2018
Abstract
Self-citations are a familiar, if sometimes controversial, element of academic knowledge construction and reputation-building, contributing to both the cumulative nature of academic research and helping writers to promote their scientific authority and enhance their careers. As scholarly publications become more specialized, more collaborative and more important for promotion and tenure, we might expect self-citation to play a more visible role...
Paper Details
Title
Changing patterns of self-citation: cumulative inquiry or self-promotion?
Published Date
Apr 25, 2018
Volume
38
Issue
3
Pages
365 - 387
Citation AnalysisPro
  • Scinapse’s Top 10 Citation Journals & Affiliations graph reveals the quality and authenticity of citations received by a paper.
  • Discover whether citations have been inflated due to self-citations, or if citations include institutional bias.