
handle: 11573/999574
Scientometrics is assuming a major role in the organisation of scientific research and in science policy in general. This paper aims at presenting its history from the point of view of its relationship with history and sociology of science, and with documentary disciplines, together with some initiatives to minimise the unintended consequences of its improper use
scientometrics; history of science; bibliometrics, Eugene Garfield; Derek De Solla Price; John D. Bernal; national science policy; VINITI; V.V. Nalimov
scientometrics; history of science; bibliometrics, Eugene Garfield; Derek De Solla Price; John D. Bernal; national science policy; VINITI; V.V. Nalimov
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