Is it possible to measure good science?

Holding, A. N., McIntyre, K. R. and Lynch, P. T. (2023) Is it possible to measure good science? FEBS Journal, 290(8), pp. 2022-2028. (doi: 10.1111/febs.16674) (PMID:36447362)

Abstract

Metrics play a vital part in the valuation and funding of research for scientists worldwide. We review the challenges that metrics pose in providing a fair and equitable system for research funding. We highlight the attempts with declarations, including the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (SF-DORA), to improve the research environment and specific impacts that metric choice can have on the evaluation and progression of Early Career Lecturers (ECLs). While there is much evidence that metrics will never be entirely satisfactory, we conclude there are opportunities that would benefit ECLs and reason for optimism for researchers.

• Item Type: Articles
• Status: Published
• Refereed: Yes
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: McIntyre, Dr Kirsty
• Authors: Holding, A. N., McIntyre, K. R., and Lynch, P. T.
• Subjects: Q Science > Q Science (General)
• College/School: College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing
• Journal Name: FEBS Journal
• Publisher: Wiley
• ISSN: 1742-464X
• ISSN (Online): 1742-4658
• Published Online: 29 November 2022
• Copyright Holders: Copyright © 2022 The Authors
• First Published: First published in FEBS Journal 290(8):2022-2028
• Publisher Policy: Reproduced under a Creative Commons License