A Bibliometric Approach towards Mapping the Dynamics of Science and Technology

Authors

  • B.M. Gupta
  • Sujit Bhattacharya

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14429/djlit.24.1.3616

Keywords:

Bibliometrics, Mapping, Bibliometric maps

Abstract

This paper attempts to highlight the role of bibliometrics in studying the dynamics of science and technology. Tools and techniques available in bibliometrics to address and understand the complexities of scientific fields are explored. The paper concludes that for wider acceptance among academicians and policy makers, bibliometric approach should ingrain itself within sociology and philosophy of science in studying the different facets of science and technology.

http://dx.doi.org/10.14429/dbit.24.1.3616

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Published

2003-01-01

How to Cite

Gupta, B., & Bhattacharya, S. (2003). A Bibliometric Approach towards Mapping the Dynamics of Science and Technology. DESIDOC Journal of Library & Information Technology, 24(1). https://doi.org/10.14429/djlit.24.1.3616

Issue

Vol. 24 No. 1 (2004)

Section

Papers

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