Publishing Journal ›› 2024, Vol. 32 ›› Issue (05): 84-.

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Characterization of Highly Cited Papers in Publishing Science : Research Methods, Research Topics and Knowledge Diffusion

  

  1. School of Information Management / Research Institute for Publishing, Wuhan University;

    School of Information Management, Wuhan University;

    School of Information Management, Central China Normal University

  • Received:2024-05-27 Revised:2024-09-02 Online:2024-09-30 Published:2024-09-30

Abstract: This study analyzed the research methods, research topics and knowledge diffusion of 441 highly cited papers published in 9 journals of publishing science indexed by Chinese Social Science Citation Index( CSSCI) from 2013 to 2023. The results suggest that the commonly used research methods in highly cited papers include critical thinking, case study, survey, content analysis, etc. Methods such as in-depth statistical analysis and bibliometric analysis are also employed to examine the issues in publishing science. The research methods show a diversified trend and a variety of methods are adopted in publishing science. The research topics of publishing science are distinctive and respond to the concerns of the times and the industry. The research methods have on impact on the research topics. The knowledge diffusion breadth of the highly cited papers is wide, and the knowledge diffusion intensity varies among different fields. Diversified research methods could improve the influence of publishing science on other disciplines, and strengthen the knowledge communication among different fields.

Key words: Publishing science Highly cited papers Research methods Research topics   Knowledge diffusion

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