This lecture addresses junior scientists who are interested in the latest trends of research dissemination and effective self-marketing.
The quantifiable estimation of research performance was based on citations for decades. However, this approach does not really paint the complete picture and is only sound for disciplines that accrue a significant number of citations. Impact is nowadays defined much broader and can be determined by new means and measures. Altmetrics are complementary to traditional, citation-based metrics. They can for instance include Wikipedia citations, discussions on research blogs, mainstream media coverage, bookmarks on social reference managers, mentions on social networks. In this lecture, the general concept of Altmetrics and its pros and cons will be introduced. However, the lecture’s focus will be on practical aspects. The lecturer will introduce several free end-user tools and point out different ways, how researchers can successfully embrace Altmetrics in their daily routines.

When: 20 June 2018, 16:00-18:00

Where: Center for Doctoral Studies, Berggasse 7 (2nd floor), seminar room 2
Registration: Per email to event.doktorat@univie.ac.at