Necessity and Risks of Abandoning the Current Research Assessment System
Editorial
Abstract
Since 2012–13, Russia has been applying the research assessment system borrowed from Europe. This system uses bibliometric indicators of publication activity. Both European and Russian researchers have constantly objected to this system. They note that it is based on false assumptions approved by the authorities as fundamental principles. The European Union has realized the fallacy of such a research management system and its radical re-examination has begun since mid-2022.
Keywords:
science, research assessment, research assessment system
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Article
Received: 10.06.2024
Accepted: 25.06.2024
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