Impact of International Collaboration on Stem Cell Research in the US and UK
Author Information
Author(s): Luo Jingyuan, Flynn Jesse M., Solnick Rachel E., Ecklund Elaine Howard, Matthews Kirstin R. W.
Primary Institution: James A. Baker III Institute for Public Policy, Rice University
Hypothesis
Does international collaboration increase the impact of stem cell research publications in the US and UK?
Conclusion
International collaborations significantly enhance the citation impact of stem cell research articles for both US and UK authors.
Supporting Evidence
- International collaborations significantly increased citation rates for both US and UK authors.
- UK authors had a higher proportion of international publications compared to US authors.
- US authors benefited most when they were the corresponding authors in international collaborations.
Takeaway
When scientists from different countries work together on stem cell research, their studies get more attention and are cited more often.
Methodology
The study analyzed publications from 2008 by US and UK authors, examining citation rates and collaboration types.
Potential Biases
Potential biases in publication selection and citation analysis could affect results.
Limitations
The study only focused on publications from 2008 and may not represent trends in other years.
Participant Demographics
The study included authors from the US and UK, focusing on stem cell research.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.01
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