On the Use of Bibliometrics for Domain Analysis : A study of the Academic Field of Political Science in Europe

摘要: The academic field of political science in Europe is studied this thesis which examines the application bibliometrics for domain analysis. It takes its point departure analytic approach outlined by Birger Hjorland and Hanne Albrechtsen, claims study domains as central information specialists to be able identify needs their fields practice. Three features were use bibliometric methods. Data was extracted from Web Science. Impact Factor used select 50 journals each years 1999, 2004 2009. Only items published authors with European addresses included. Co-word analysis topics within discipline several kinds citation analyses conducted examine patterns domain. Lastly core journals, works identified co-citation maps drawn analyses.Several subfields domain, well some differences subfields, possible distinguish. showed multifaceted, yet specific research areas identified. Some significant changes apparent between 1999 In 2009 there more references per article, journal articles cited a higher degree, relatively older publications greater extent most received larger share total amount citations.The existence discussed diverse characteristics implications Finally suggestions are presented how can library service institutions.This paper two master’s Library Information