A study of co-authorship and collaborative research among Indian space technologists

Sridhar, M. S. (1985) A study of co-authorship and collaborative research among Indian space technologists. R&D Management 15(3):pp. 243-249.

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Abstract

[English abstract]

Analyses the productivity of space scientists and engineers in terms of number of papers published with full as well as fractional authorship credits. Explains the methodology adapted and the samples selected. Discusses in detail the pattern of collaboration of space technologists in publishing papers. Identifies nonintersecting informal communication groups and "communication stars" based on collaboration.

Keywords:	coauthorship studies, Indian space technologists, author productivity, collaborative research, communication network, informal communication, interpersonal contacts, communication stars
Subjects:	B. Information use and sociology of information. > BB. Bibliometric methods.
ID Code:	11869
Deposited By:	Sridhar, M S
Deposited On:	09 November 2007
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