White Papers

Working Toward a Cure: Examining The State of Global Breast Cancer Research

The global expansion of breast cancer research reflects the changing scenario for breast cancer itself, and the rising threat it poses to women in both developed and developing countries. At the same time, the expansion of breast cancer research and greater collaboration among researchers on the global level may be a harbinger of greater worldwide awareness paid to the leading cancer killer of women.

20/10/2011 - 13:44
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The Future of Research Management

As we enter a new decade, the traditional rules of funding are being rewritten as the borders between disciplines and countries are quickly dissolving. Research managers in Europe and their research administrator counterparts in the United States are finding themselves at the epicenter of this fundamental shift.

29/07/2011 - 14:10
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Data Driven Research Strategy

With increased competition for financial resources, research institutions around the world are taking a strategic approach to research development. In countries where national research assessment exercises are in place, university funding and research performance data have arisen as key elements in strategic development.

21/09/2011 - 15:15
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White Paper - Co-Citation Analysis: The Methodology of SciVal Spotlight

Despite the fact that many journals are progressively covering a wider array of disciplines and paradigms, to date, research output has only been evaluated based on the classification of the journal in which it is published - leaving critical interdisciplinary research often overlooked and unaccounted for.

In this paper, you will learn about how SciVal Spotlight uses co-citation analysis to overcome this knowledge gap and provide a broader and deeper view of research performance.

19/01/2010 - 23:39
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White Paper - Navigating The Research Funding Environment

An injection of new research funding into the National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health through the federal stimulus package will provide new opportunities for junior researchers seeking critical grant funding.

With advice and suggestions on just how junior researchers can maximize their award chances and find the right funding opportunities, this white paper provides an overview of ways to overcome the challenges inherent to the current grant-making system.

19/01/2010 - 23:41
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Research Study - Identifying Distinctive Competencies in Science

An accurate assessment of the scientific strengths of an institution is critical for identifying areas of scientific leadership. In this paper, we explore the concept of ‘science mapping’ an alternative method for accurately identifying areas of scientific leadership – and how this compares to more traditional approaches.

Using the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) as an example, we show how science mapping can more accurately identify an institution’s distinctive competencies, using bibliographic analysis and visualization algorithms.

19/01/2010 - 23:46
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Research Study - Evolution of Distinctive Competencies - An Analysis for the University of Utah (July 2009)

In this study, we describe how a new measurement technique can overcome some of the shortcomings of expert‐based and discipline‐based approaches to the evaluation of a university’s research portfolio.

19/01/2010 - 23:48
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Confronting the Global Water Crisis Through Research

Water resources research is expanding worldwide as countries and funding agencies turn to scientists to help solve problems of dwindling fresh water supply and oceanic changes that impact every continent.

21/03/2011 - 12:37
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Alternative Energy Leadership Study - Measuring Performance Through a Multidisciplinary Lens

Drawing an accurate picture of how universities and countries are performing with respect to alternative energy-related research is critical for understanding the potential solutions emerging from this science. Without proper insight, academic and government bodies cannot make appropriate funding decisions or develop strategic blueprints that will lead them to the scientific breakthroughs crucial to long-term alternative energy solutions and economic success.

Solving today’s most pressing scientific challenges increasingly requires a multidisciplinary approach. Yet, the traditional methods for measuring output no longer capture the reality of how research is being conducted. This study examines alternative energy research from a multidisciplinary perspective, identifying leading institutions (primarily universities) using a new model of science and illustrating how leadership can be masked under current performance measurement systems.

Highlights of the proof-of-principle study were shared in a webcast: Research Leadership Redefined... Measuring Performance in a Multidisciplinary Landscape

05/03/2010 - 11:47
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White Paper - New Research Landscapes: New Tools for Driving Success

With research in the University sector balancing on the knife edge of globalization. Research now crosses disciplines and national boundaries. Government and funding agencies demand public good and economic returns on their research investments. As the research landscape evolves, so do the tools that Research Executives and Managers require to evaluate research performance as well as make informed strategic decisions.

19/01/2010 - 23:44
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Charting a Course for a Successful Research Career: A Guide for Early Career Researchers - 2nd edition

As researchers operate in a progressively competitive research environment, with grant applications increasing, funding opportunities decreasing, and funding bodies tightening the reins around their requirements and expected outcomes - early career researchers are often at a disadvantage when applying for grants. In this helpful guide, Professor Alan M Johnson, steers early career researchers through the potential pitfalls and opportunities when planning for a successful research career.

19/01/2010 - 23:37
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