Searching Research Excellence: An in-depth bibliometric analysis of the international research contribution of the University of Granada

The main goal of this report is to offer a comprehensive portray of the research performance and impact of the University of Granada. It presents a bibliometric longitudinal analysis for the 1980-2013 time period, including bibliometric indicators for 195 subject categories. Hence showing a general analysis and specific analyses by subjects. These 195 analyses by subjects show the strengths and weaknesses of the research system. Thus, the reader may identify the disciplines in which the University of Granada currently or historically has been more productive or had a greater impact. These disciplines comprise four broad areas: Humanities & Social Sciences, Engineering & Technology, Exact & Natural Sciences, and Life & Health Sciences. The report is directed to the academic staff of the University of Granada. Its objective is to show the state of research at the university in an accurate and reliable fashion. There is a brief bibliometric report for each subject category which showcases research trends, bibliometric indicators and a list of the most productive researchers.

Sponsorship: Universidad de Granada. Vicerrectorado de Investigación y Política Científica.