Bibliometrics and altmetrics in the context of traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine

IF 2.8 4区医学 Q2 INTEGRATIVE & COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE

Integrative Medicine Research Pub Date : 2025-06-17 DOI:10.1016/j.imr.2025.101181

Jeremy Y. Ng , Dimity Stephen , Jianping Liu , Thomas Ostermann , Nicola Robinson , Holger Cramer

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Abstract

This educational article explores the utility of bibliometrics and altmetrics in evaluating traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine (TCIM) research. We introduce the concept of bibliometrics and altmetrics, provide an overview of the opportunities and challenges in using these analytical techniques, and highlight their future potential in TCIM research. Bibliometrics, based on publication and citation information, offer insights into TCIM research activity, output, scholarly influence, field structure, and collaboration practices. Altmetrics, including social media mentions, downloads, and online bookmarks, can capture the broader societal engagement with TCIM research beyond traditional academic circles. We discuss challenges and opportunities in utilizing these metrics effectively, such as addressing biases, incorporating cultural nuances, and exploring emerging trends. Additionally, we issue a call to action for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to collaborate and leverage bibliometric and altmetric data to advance evidence-based healthcare practices to promote integrative approaches to health and wellness. By embracing a multidimensional approach to research evaluation, stakeholders can harness the potential of bibliometrics and altmetrics to improve TCIM research and healthcare delivery worldwide.

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文献计量学和替代计量学在传统、补充和综合医学的背景下

这篇具有教育意义的文章探讨了文献计量学和替代计量学在评估传统、补充和综合医学（TCIM）研究中的应用。我们介绍了文献计量学和替代计量学的概念，概述了使用这些分析技术的机遇和挑战，并强调了它们在TCIM研究中的未来潜力。文献计量学基于出版物和引文信息，提供了对TCIM研究活动、产出、学术影响、领域结构和合作实践的见解。其他指标，包括社交媒体提及、下载和在线书签，可以捕捉到传统学术界之外更广泛的TCIM研究的社会参与。我们讨论了有效利用这些指标所面临的挑战和机遇，例如解决偏见、融入文化差异和探索新兴趋势。此外，我们呼吁研究人员、政策制定者和从业者合作，利用文献计量学和替代计量学数据，推进循证医疗实践，促进健康和保健的综合方法。通过采用多维度的研究评估方法，利益相关者可以利用文献计量学和替代计量学的潜力来改善全球TCIM研究和医疗保健服务。

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来源期刊

Integrative Medicine Research Medicine-Complementary and Alternative Medicine

CiteScore

6.50

自引率

2.90%

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审稿时长

12 weeks

期刊介绍： Integrative Medicine Research (IMR) is a quarterly, peer-reviewed journal focused on scientific research for integrative medicine including traditional medicine (emphasis on acupuncture and herbal medicine), complementary and alternative medicine, and systems medicine. The journal includes papers on basic research, clinical research, methodology, theory, computational analysis and modelling, topical reviews, medical history, education and policy based on physiology, pathology, diagnosis and the systems approach in the field of integrative medicine.