An extension of the Hirsch Index: Indexing scientific topics and compounds
Physics and Society
2007-05-23 v2 Data Analysis, Statistics and Probability
Abstract
An interesting twist of the Hirsch index is given, in terms of an index for topics and compounds. By comparing both the hb index and m for a number of compounds and topics, it can be used to differentiate between a new so-called hot topic with older topics. This quick method is shown to help new comers to identify how much interest and work has already been achieved in their chosen area of research.
Cite
@article{arxiv.physics/0604216,
title = {An extension of the Hirsch Index: Indexing scientific topics and compounds},
author = {M. G. Banks},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:physics/0604216},
year = {2007}
}
Comments
Published in Scientometrics, Note added in proof, 4 pages