3. Database and Scientific Journals
Scopus is the official database for scientific
pubblications. It groups, maps and evaluates
the most recognized scientific journals all
around the world.
https://www.scopus.com/home.uri
5. How is a researcher evaluated?
The H-index is the maximum number h such that h publications of an author
have AT LEAST h citations.
i10-index is the number of pubblications that have AT LEAST 10 citations.
YOUNG
vs
SENIOR
6. How is a researcher evaluated?
In reality is not so simple…
Others crucial aspects for an
academic career:
Participation to international
conferences
Type and journal sector
Institutional roles: editor, guest-
editor, chair, invited speaker,
member of ….
Educational activities
RESEARCH EDUCATION
THIRD
MISSION
THIRD
MISSION
Lifelong Learning
Technology transfer and
innovation
Social Engagement and urban
outreach
7. Basic scientific research concepts:
types of publications & Open Access
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1002/9781118907283.ch37
https://www.enago.com/academy/an-introduction-to-open-access-publishing/
8. Basic scientific research concepts:
Blinded review and plagiarism
Plagiarism is the representation of another author's language, thoughts, ideas, or expressions as one's own
original work. In educational contexts, there are differing definitions of plagiarism depending on the
institution. Plagiarism is considered a violation of academic integrity and a breach of journalistic ethics. It is
subject to sanctions such as penalties, suspension, expulsion from school or work, substantial fines and even
imprisonment.
There are many software to detect plagiarism -> google search ;)
