This book is the first authoritative study of the research output and scientific impact of the scholarship of Nigerian health academics, including those in the diaspora. Around the world, policymakers and academics measure the scientific impact of research at national and international levels using bibliometric measures. Unfortunately, there is limited data on scientists' research productivity and impact in developing countries, particularly in Africa. Therefore, normative bibliometric information in different countries is needed to address the challenges young scientists face in Africa. This book aims to contribute to filling this research gap. Additionally, the author addresses the controversies surroundingthe use of bibliometrics in judging research productivity and scientific impact and offers recommendations to improve research systems.weiterlesen