Publikationszahlen
Publikationszahlen, often translated as publication numbers or publication counts, refer to the quantifiable metrics used to measure scholarly output. These figures are commonly employed in academic contexts to assess the productivity of individual researchers, research groups, departments, and institutions. They typically represent the number of peer-reviewed articles, books, conference proceedings, and other scholarly works that have been published within a specific timeframe.
The collection and analysis of publikationszahlen serve various purposes. In academia, they can be used for
However, publikationszahlen are not without their limitations. Critics argue that focusing solely on quantity can incentivize