Altmetrics in 2024: Understanding the Social Impact of Your Research

Altmetrics in 2024: Understanding the Social Impact of Your Research

Did you know online attention can tell us more about a research paper than traditional citations? Reports show that about 830 out of 1,738 papers got altmetric scores. This shows a shift towards measuring research by social engagement1. Now, with digital platforms, knowing how your research affects society is key. Altmetrics offer a new way to evaluate research by tracking online actions on social media,…