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Statistical reliability of comparisons based on the citation impact of scientific publications

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A method for estimating the standard error of mean citation rates per publication is proposed and examplified on journal impact factors. The use of the standard error values in statistical tests is also illustrated.

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Schubert, A., Glänzel, W. Statistical reliability of comparisons based on the citation impact of scientific publications. Scientometrics 5, 59–73 (1983). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02097178

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