Principles to guide reliable and ethical research evaluation using metric-based indicators of impact

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to summarize and provide context to the recently published Leiden Manifesto, a document written by leading bibliometric researchers, which proposes ten principles that should guide the use of bibliometric tools and indicators in research evaluation.

Design/methodology/approach

This paper is an opinion piece based on the Leiden Manifesto.

Findings

This paper addresses the phenomenon of increasing provision of bibliometric services by research university libraries and argues that their mission should be to advocate the responsible use of bibliometric methods for research evaluation in their institutions, in line with Leiden Manifesto principles.

Originality/value

This is an original piece.

Citation

Webster, B.M. (2017), "Principles to guide reliable and ethical research evaluation using metric-based indicators of impact", Performance Measurement and Metrics, Vol. 18 No. 1, pp. 5-8. https://doi.org/10.1108/PMM-06-2016-0025