Science in Brazil. Part 2: Sectoral and institutional research profiles

SummaryIn the present study a bibliometric meso-level analysis of Brazilian scientific research is conducted. Both sectoral and publication profile of Brazilian universities and research institutions are studied. Publication dynamics and changing profiles allow to the conclusion that powerful growth...

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Published in:Scientometrics 2006-04, Vol.67 (1), p.87-105
Main Authors: Leta, Jacqueline, Glanzel, Wolfgang, Thus, Bart
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Bibliometrics
Brazil
Comparative studies
Impact factors
Periodicals
Research facilities
Research institutions
Science and technology
Scientometrics
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Summary:SummaryIn the present study a bibliometric meso-level analysis of Brazilian scientific research is conducted. Both sectoral and publication profile of Brazilian universities and research institutions are studied. Publication dynamics and changing profiles allow to the conclusion that powerful growth of science in Brazil goes with striking structural changes. By contrast, citation-based indicators reflect less spectacular developments.
ISSN:0138-9130
1588-2861
DOI:10.1556/Scient.67.2006.1.6