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Figueiredo C, Neves AAB, Pimentel F, Pimentel D, Mota-Araujo HP, Bem AFDE, A D Neto B, McManus C. Impact of Open Access Policy on Brazilian Science and Global Trends. AN ACAD BRAS CIENC 2024; 96:e20231068. [PMID: 38865558 DOI: 10.1590/0001-3765202420231068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2023] [Accepted: 02/04/2024] [Indexed: 06/14/2024] Open
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Open access (OA) publishing provides free online access to research articles without subscription fees. In Brazil, absence of financial support from academic institutions and limited government policies pose challenges to OA publication. Here, we used data from the Web of Science and Scopus to compare with global trends in journal accessibility and scientific quality metrics. Brazilian authors publish more OA articles, particularly in Global South journals. While OA correlates with quality for global authors, it had no impact on Brazilian science. To maximize impact, Brazilian authors should prioritize Q1 journals regardless of OA status. High-impact or Global North journal publication seems more relevant for Brazilian science than OA. Our findings indicate that the present open access policy has been ineffective to improve the impact of Brazilian science, providing insights to guide the formulation of scientific public policies.
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- Claudia Figueiredo
- Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Faculdade de Farmácia, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Rua Carlos Chagas Filho, 373, 21941-902 Rio de Janeiro, RJ Brazil
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- Pontificia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul, Av. Ipiranga, 6681, Partenon, 90619-900 Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Universidade Anhembi Morumbi, Campus Paulista, Av. Paulista, 2000, Bela Vista, 01310-200 São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Universidade de Brasília, Instituto de Ciências Biológicas, Campus Darcy Ribeiro, Asa Norte, 70910-900 Brasília, DF, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Faculdade de Farmácia, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Rua Carlos Chagas Filho, 373, 21941-902 Rio de Janeiro, RJ Brazil
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- Universidade de Brasília, Instituto de Ciências Biológicas, Campus Darcy Ribeiro, Asa Norte, 70910-900 Brasília, DF, Brazil
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- Universidade de Brasília, Instituto de Ciências Biológicas, Campus Darcy Ribeiro, Asa Norte, 70910-900 Brasília, DF, Brazil
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- Universidade de Brasília, Instituto de Ciências Biológicas, Campus Darcy Ribeiro, Asa Norte, 70910-900 Brasília, DF, Brazil
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Maciel AMS, Ramos Junior AN, Ferreira AF, de Almeida NMGS, de Almeida PC, Szwarcwald CL, Favacho JDFR, Franco Filho LC, Gomes VDS, Damasceno LS, Maciel MMS, Delerino AL, Pires Neto RDJ. Prevalence of trachoma in the non-indigenous Baixo Jaguaribe micro-region, Ceará State, Northeast Brazil. Trans R Soc Trop Med Hyg 2023; 117:844-851. [PMID: 37551629 DOI: 10.1093/trstmh/trad052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2023] [Revised: 04/29/2023] [Accepted: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 08/09/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The aim of the current study was to estimate the population prevalence of trachoma in non-indigenous populations in the Baixo Jaguaribe micro-region, in the state of Ceará, northeast region of Brazil, 2021-2022. METHODS A population-based prevalence survey focusing on detecting cases of trachomatous inflammation-follicular (TF) in children aged 1-9 y and trachomatous trichiasis (TT) 'unknown to the health system' in people aged ≥15 y, was conducted in rural areas of the Baixo Jaguaribe micro-region in the state of Ceará. Indigenous populations will be further researched. RESULTS There was no detection of cases of TF and TT. In 900 households, 2234 people were examined. In the Baixo Jaguaribe micro-region, females (54.6%; 1219/2234) and the mixed/Pardo-Brazilian ethnicity (68.1%; 1521/2234) predominated. The most commonly reported educational level was elementary and middle school (41.8%; 702/1679). In 56.2% (506/900) of households, there was a source of water within the household. The monthly income range of 50%-100% of the minimum wage predominated in the families of the Baixo Jaguaribe micro-region (43.1%; 388/900). CONCLUSIONS Although no cases of TF and TT were detected in the Baixo Jaguaribe micro-region in the state of Ceará during the study period, considering the historical endemicity, we emphasise the need for monitoring and sustainability of surveillance actions in areas at risk for trachoma, common contexts for neglected populations.
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- Adjoane Maurício Silva Maciel
- Postgraduate Program of Public Health, School of Medicine, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza 60430140, Ceará, Brazil
- Municipal Secretary of Health, Russas, 62900000, Ceará, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program of Public Health, School of Medicine, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza 60430140, Ceará, Brazil
- Department of Community Health, School of Medicine, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza, 60430140, Ceará, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program of Public Health, School of Medicine, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza 60430140, Ceará, Brazil
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- Secretary of Health Surveillance, Evandro Chagas Institute, Ministry of Health, Belém, 67030000, Pará, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program of Public Health, School of Medicine, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza 60430140, Ceará, Brazil
- Secretary of Health of the State of Ceará, Fortaleza, 60060440, Ceará, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program of Public Health, School of Medicine, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza 60430140, Ceará, Brazil
- Department of Community Health, School of Medicine, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza, 60430140, Ceará, Brazil
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- Department of Nursing, School of Pharmacy, Dentistry and Nursing, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza, 60430160, Ceará, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program of Public Health, School of Medicine, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza 60430140, Ceará, Brazil
- Department of Community Health, School of Medicine, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza, 60430140, Ceará, Brazil
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Zila-Velasque JP, Grados-Espinoza P, Cubas WS, Diaz-Barrera M, Pacheco-Mendoza J. Analysis of congenital heart disease research: Mapping impact, production and global collaboration. Heliyon 2023; 9:e19188. [PMID: 37649838 PMCID: PMC10462836 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e19188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2022] [Revised: 08/10/2023] [Accepted: 08/15/2023] [Indexed: 09/01/2023] Open
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Background Congenital heart disease (CHD) is a severe childhood health problem worldwide. This study analyzes the scientific production on CHD published in Scopus during the last decade. Methods This study assessed the research on CHD conducted during the 2011-2020 period. Indexed publications were identified using a list of keywords consisting of MeSH (Medical Subject Heading) and Emtree (EMBASE) terms for the category "Congenital Heart Defects." The studies obtained were analyzed using the SciVal platform, and the production, impact, and collaboration indicators were considered. Additionally, an analysis of co-occurrence between countries and keywords was carried out with the VOSviewer software. Results The study found 8934 articles on CHD. A growing trend was observed during the last decade. The distribution of the scientific production at the international level shows that most publications are from the United States, China, and the United Kingdom, whereas Latin American countries have the lowest production. The articles analyzed contain a total of 89,835 citations. Most studies are published in high-impact journals (Q1), with 3273 studies corresponding to 39.3% of the total production analyzed. In the keyword analysis, we found five areas investigated. Conclusions Scientific production has shown sustained growth in the past years. Increased scientific production in specific research areas may have helped decrease morbimortality due to CHD.
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- J. Pierre Zila-Velasque
- Universidad Nacional Daniel Alcides Carrion, Facultad de Medicina Humana, Pasco, Peru
- Red Latinoamericana de Medicina en la Altitud e Investigación, (REDLAMAI), Pasco, Peru
- Unidad de Investigación en Bibliometría, Vice Rectorado de Investigación, Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola, Lima, Peru
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- Universidad Nacional Daniel Alcides Carrion, Facultad de Medicina Humana, Pasco, Peru
- Red Latinoamericana de Medicina en la Altitud e Investigación, (REDLAMAI), Pasco, Peru
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Hospital Nacional Edgardo Rebagliati Martins, Lima, Peru
- Thoracic Surgery Residents Association, USA
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- Unidad de Investigación en Bibliometría, Vice Rectorado de Investigación, Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola, Lima, Peru
- Sociedad Científica de Estudiantes de Medicina de la Universidad Nacional de Trujillo, SOCEMUNT, Peru
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Armond ACV, Kakuk P. Research integrity guidelines and safeguards in Brazil. Account Res 2023; 30:133-149. [PMID: 34530667 DOI: 10.1080/08989621.2021.1979969] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Brazilian research output has been growing annually, and so have its domestic and international research collaborations. Accordingly, it is essential to harmonize research integrity guidance and regulations to ensure research quality. Therefore, this study aims to collect and analyze guidance documents on research integrity from Brazilian research performing organizations (RPO). Research integrity guidance documents, regulations, and policies were retrieved from 60 randomly selected universities in Brazil. The search was conducted via the universities' websites and confirmed by e-mail. The documents were analyzed based on inductive content analysis. Relevant documents from 20 RPOs were identified. 28% of the included institutions have developed their own guidelines or adopted some guidance document on research integrity. Best practices, misconduct and misbehaviors, principles, and institutional policies regarding sanctions differ between universities. The RPOs where research integrity guidance documents could be identified are concentrated mainly in the southeastern and southern areas. The number and distribution heterogeneity highlights the need to increase awareness and create regulatory documents on research integrity in Brazilian universities. Further Research Performing and Funding Organizations' initiatives are needed to foster research integrity in Brazil and harmonize it with international standards.
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- Center for Ethics and Law in Biomedicine, Central European University, Budapest, Hungary
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Ronda-Pupo GA. Mexico: a bridge in Cuba–U.S. scientific collaboration. Scientometrics 2023. [DOI: 10.1007/s11192-023-04668-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/09/2023]
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MCMANUS CONCEPTA, NEVES ABILIOAFONSOBAETA, DINIZ FILHO JOSÉALEXANDRE, PIMENTEL FELIPE, PIMENTEL DANIEL. Funding as a determinant of Citation Impact in Scientific Papers in different countries. AN ACAD BRAS CIENC 2023; 95:e20220515. [PMID: 36995886 DOI: 10.1590/0001-3765202320220515] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2022] [Accepted: 10/08/2022] [Indexed: 03/22/2023] Open
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Several factors influence the citation impact. This paper constructed paths from funding to citation impact on a country basis. Country data came from Incites® (2011-2020). The (2013 to 2018) UNESCO database was used to define investments in Research and Development (R&D). An overall analysis and analyses by clusters formed by investments in R&D were carried out. Countries that invest relatively less in R&D tend to have less investment by businesses and publish fewer documents. Some differences exist in this pattern. For example, countries in the lowest investment group show higher international collaboration and publications in Open Access Journals. This leads to a higher impact but below countries with the highest investments in R&D. The paths from funding to high impact differed by cluster. While international collaboration appeared in several clusters, the % of papers in Q1 (Top) journal quartile, based on citations, was in almost all clusters. More investments in R&D and open access publishing do not necessarily lead to high impact.
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- CONCEPTA MCMANUS
- Universidade de Brasília, Brazil; Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil
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Urbieta GL, Graciolli G, da Cunha Tavares V. Review of studies about bat-fly interactions inside roosts, with observations on partnership patterns for publications. Parasitol Res 2022; 121:3051-3061. [PMID: 36048267 PMCID: PMC9433524 DOI: 10.1007/s00436-022-07635-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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Pressures from anthropogenic disturbances have triggered a wealth of studies focusing on the assessment and mitigation of the negative impacts of these disturbances on inter and intraspecific ecological interactions, including bats and bat flies in their roosts. The heterogeneity of research methods employed for these studies and the scientific imbalance between countries may constrain advances and the consolidation of the knowledge on this subject. We reviewed the literature regarding bat and bat-ectoparasite interactions in roosts assessing global research trends and patterns of author collaborative work to be able to identify key questions for future studies and potential initiatives to improve the knowledge on this subject. Current information available has mostly come from the Americas and is predominantly focused on the recognition and description of parasite-host interactions between bats and bat flies. Our findings suggest the value of increasing collaboration for future research, as several countries with largely diverse environments and high organismal richness are disconnected from the countries that produce the most publications in this area, and/or have low records of publications. These regions are in the Global South, mostly in South American and African countries. We suggest that more collaborative networks may increase scientific production in the area, and that investing in local research development and enhancing partnerships for publications may strengthen the field. These research programs and collaborations are key for the development of conservation strategies for bats and bat flies, for their roosts, and for understanding bat and bat-ectoparasite interactions.
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- Gustavo Lima Urbieta
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências Biológicas, Departamento de Sistemática e Ecologia, Universidade Federal da Paraíba (UFPB), João Pessoa, Brazil.
- Laboratório de Mamíferos, Departamento de Sistemática e Ecologia, Universidade Federal da Paraíba (UFPB), João Pessoa, PB, 58059-900, Brazil.
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- Laboratório de Sistemática, Ecologia e Evolução (LSEE), Instituto de Biociências (INBIO), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso Do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências Biológicas, Departamento de Sistemática e Ecologia, Universidade Federal da Paraíba (UFPB), João Pessoa, Brazil
- Instituto Tecnológico Vale (ITV), Belém, PA, 66055-090, Brazil
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Piovezan-Borges AC, Valente-Neto F, Urbieta GL, Laurence SGW, de Oliveira Roque F. Global trends in research on the effects of climate change on Aedes aegypti: international collaboration has increased, but some critical countries lag behind. Parasit Vectors 2022; 15:346. [PMID: 36175962 PMCID: PMC9520940 DOI: 10.1186/s13071-022-05473-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2022] [Accepted: 08/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Mosquito-borne diseases (e.g., transmitted by Aedes aegypti) affect almost 700 million people each year and result in the deaths of more than 1 million people annually. Methods We examined research undertaken during the period 1951–2020 on the effects of temperature and climate change on Ae. aegypti, and also considered research location and between-country collaborations. Results The frequency of publications on the effects of climate change on Ae. aegypti increased over the period examined, and this topic received more attention than the effects of temperature alone on this species. The USA, UK, Australia, Brazil, and Argentina were the dominant research hubs, while other countries fell behind with respect to number of scientific publications and/or collaborations. The occurrence of Ae. aegypti and number of related dengue cases in the latter are very high, and climate change scenarios predict changes in the range expansion and/or occurrence of this species in these countries. Conclusions We conclude that some of the countries at risk of expanding Ae. aegypti populations have poor research networks that need to be strengthened. A number of mechanisms can be considered for the improvement of international collaboration, representativity and diversity, such as research networks, internationalization programs, and programs that enhance representativity. These types of collaboration are considered important to expand the relevant knowledge of these countries and for the development of management strategies in response to climate change scenarios. Graphical Abstract ![]()
Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s13071-022-05473-7.
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- Ana Cláudia Piovezan-Borges
- Instituto de Biociências (INBIO), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Instituto de Biociências (INBIO), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Mamíferos, Departamento de Sistemática e Ecologia, Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências Biológicas (Zoologia), Universidade Federal da Paraíba (UFPB), João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brasil.
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- Centre for Tropical Environmental and Sustainability Science (TESS), College of Science and Engineering, James Cook University, Cairns, Australia
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- Instituto de Biociências (INBIO), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.,Centre for Tropical Environmental and Sustainability Science (TESS), College of Science and Engineering, James Cook University, Cairns, Australia
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Analysis of Scientometric Indicators in Publications Associated with Healthy Aging in the World, Period 2011–2020. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:ijerph19158988. [PMID: 35897359 PMCID: PMC9329745 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19158988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2022] [Revised: 06/21/2022] [Accepted: 06/22/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Today, the world population is aging at a fast rate. This scenario of the accelerated aging of human populations entails increased concern for healthy aging that is associated with a rise in scientific production related to the topic. In this study, the Scopus database from Elsevier was used, with a final search carried out on 5 January 2022, and various bibliometric indicators were obtained from SciVal. The study was fundamentally intended to characterize, determine trends, and understand the evolution and current state of research on the concept of “healthy aging” in the last decade. We found that there has been proportionally greater and more accelerated growth in the subject with respect to the general productivity of the world and that countries with high life expectancies tend to have made more effort to investigate this topic. The “hottest” research areas were found to be related to the cognitive aspect and the biological mechanisms involved in aging.
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McManus C, Baeta Neves AA. Bibliometric measures in social sciences and humanities from different sources based on Brazilian data. COLLNET JOURNAL OF SCIENTOMETRICS AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/09737766.2022.2097896] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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- Concepta McManus
- Institute of Biological Sciences, Universidade de Brasília, Brasilia, DF, 70910-900, Brazil
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- Paschoal Senise Chair Postgraduate Prorectorate Rua da Reitoria, 374, Cidade Universitaria, Butantã, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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Effects of the quality of science on the initial public offering of university spinoffs: evidence from Japan. Scientometrics 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s11192-022-04433-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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Canedo JA, Rondão F, Ferreira CG, Ferrari BL, Mathias C. Lessons From Implementing a Clinical Research Network in Brazil. Am Soc Clin Oncol Educ Book 2022; 42:1-10. [PMID: 35486886 DOI: 10.1200/edbk_349949] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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In this article, we discuss the strategy designed by a private oncology group to offer patients access to new technologies and treatments via a recently created research program, and we describe how the patient journey was the motivation for developing standard assistance flows and processes to integrate areas of care. The increase in Brazilians' life expectancy has raised the incidence of cancer, and it is now the second leading cause of death. Because it is a multifactorial disease, cancer treatment has several challenges. We elected to approach cancer research using a strategic program to obtain national attention and visibility. Starting in 2007, the initial project included three phases: phase I, diagnosis of units in major metropolitan areas; phase II, project design, with a central-office operation model; and phase III, implementation, with launch and integration of research activities at selected units. The foundation of the program was the construction of departmental and interdepartmental flows, standard operating processes, and guidelines (regulatory, ethical, legal, and financial). Recruitment of qualified professionals was another critical, successful determinant. The benefits of an additional central office include improved research-project distribution. Another advantage of the program is attracting and retaining trained professionals with alternative direct or indirect sources of revenue. We increased our corporate and academic partnerships, adhered to deadlines and noted an improvement in turnaround times, and we increased clinical staff engagement and motivation. Some barriers continue to challenge the program's continued expansion, including Brazilian regulatory authority approval, tax inefficiency, and a growing demand for qualified professionals. Research sites offering high-quality care are a reality in Brazil; they offer multiple lines of treatment in the public and private sectors.
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- Oncocentro-Grupo Oncoclínicas do Brasil, Belo Horizonte-Minas Gerais, Brazil
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McManus C, Neves AAB, Diniz Filho JA, Maranhão AQ, Souza Filho AG. Profiles not metrics: the case of Brazilian universities. AN ACAD BRAS CIENC 2021; 93:e29290261. [PMID: 34495201 DOI: 10.1590/0001-3765202120200261] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2020] [Accepted: 05/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Public universities, and science in general, in Brazil, are under attack from key persons of the government in interviews and articles published in non-scientific journals. Here we look at bibliography data from international science metric platforms (Scival® and Incites®) and official Brazilian agencies such as CAPES and CNPq to reach some conclusions based on scientific analysis. Brazilian Science has shown a steady improvement in quantity and quality over the last 20 years but has recently suffered (since 2015) under severe financial restrictions. An increase in international collaboration also increased citation impact, reaching almost five times the world average. While the medical and natural sciences show the highest impact and prominence, social sciences and the humanities also have spotlight areas with international excellence. Different research institutions and universities offer a variety of production profiles and impacts. This diagnosis shows the need for universities and research institutes in Brazil and funding agencies to undergo strategic planning for definition of mission/vision, goals to be reached, and areas for priority development. Continued support of public universities by the government is necessary for Brazilian autonomy in science and technology and its full integration in the world scientific community.
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- Concepta McManus
- Universidade de Brasília, Instituto de Ciências Biológicas, Departamento de Ciências Fisiológicas, Campus Darcy Ribeiro, Asa Norte, 70910-900 Brasília, DF, Brazil
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- Cátedra Paschoal Senise, Pró-Reitoria de Pós-Graduação, Universidade de São Paulo, Rua da Reitoria, 374, 4º andar, Cidade Universitária, 05508-220 São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal de Goiás, Instituto de Ciências Biológicas, Departamento de Ecologia & Evolução, Avenida Esperança, s/n, Campus Samambaia, 74690-900 Goiânia, GO, Brazil
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- Universidade de Brasília, Instituto de Ciências Biológicas, Departamento de Biologia Celular, Campus Darcy Ribeiro, Asa Norte, 70910-900 Brasília, DF, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal de Ceará, Centro de Ciências, Departamento de Física, Campus do Pici, Bloco 922, 60440-900 Fortaleza, CE, Brazil
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Zhou W, Yuan Y, Zhang Y, Chen D. A Decade of CRISPR Gene Editing in China and Beyond: A Scientometric Landscape. CRISPR J 2021; 4:313-320. [PMID: 34152220 DOI: 10.1089/crispr.2020.0148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Since its Nobel Prize-winning breakthrough in 2012, CRISPR-Cas-based gene-editing system has emerged as one of the most promising biotechnologies in decades. In this article, we present an objective and comprehensive evaluation of CRISPR-based gene-editing technologies, including base editing and prime editing, based on the bibliometric analysis of 22,902 published records. We also assessed the status of CRISPR gene-editing technologies in academia from 2010 to 2020 globally, with respect to countries, institutions, and researchers, and used text clustering methods to assess technical trends and research hotspots. Our results indicate, not surprisingly, that this is a thriving and prominent area of research. By comparing the relevance and growth of CRISPR gene-editing technologies in China with other countries by several metrics, we show that the Chinese scientific community attaches considerable importance to the field of plant genome engineering, with more scholars from agricultural sectors than other sectors.
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- Wuyuan Zhou
- Zhejiang Academy of Science and Technology Information, Hangzhou, China; and Hangzhou, China
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- Zhejiang Academy of Science and Technology Information, Hangzhou, China; and Hangzhou, China
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- Zhejiang Academy of Science and Technology Information, Hangzhou, China; and Hangzhou, China
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