Document (#23126)

Author

Egghe, L.

Title

Mathematical theories of citation

Source

Scientometrics. 43(1998) no.1, S.57-62

Year

1998

Abstract

Focuses on possible mathematical theories of citation and on the intrinsic problems related to it. Sheds light on aspects of mathematical complexity as encountered in, for example, fractal theory and Mandelbrot's law. Also discusses dynamical aspects of citation theory as reflected in evolutions of journal rankings, centres of gravity or of the set of source journals. Makes some comments in this connection on growth and obsolescence

Footnote

Contribution to a thematic issue devoted to 'Theories of citation?'

Theme

Informetrie

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