1,720,956 research outputs found
Going Beyond Counting First Authors in Author Co-citation Analysis
Full text linkThe present study examines one of the fundamental aspects of author co-citation analysis (ACA) - the way co-citation
counts are defined. Co-citation counting provides the data on which all subsequent statistical analyses and mappings
are based, and we compare ACA results based on two different types of co-citation counting - the traditional type that
only counts the first one among a cited work's authors on the one hand and a non-traditional type that takes into
account the first 5 authors of a cited work on the other hand. Results indicate that the picture produced through this non-traditional author co-citation counting contains more coherent author groups and is therefore considerably clearer. However, this picture represents fewer specialties in the research field being studied than that produced through the traditional first-author co-citation counting when the same number of top-ranked authors is selected and analyzed. Reasons for these effects are discussed
Unravelling the Nexus: Exploring the Relationship Between Various Factors and E – Government: A Case Study of Uganda
Full text linkThis study investigates the relationship between various factors and e-government adoption in Uganda, employing a case study approach. The results of hypothesis analysis reveal mixed findings. Hypotheses concerning the relationship between Culture (BUD) and E-Government (EGOV) (0.168), as well as between Infrastructure (INF) and E-Government (0.151), are both rejected, indicating an absence of significant associations. Similarly, the hypothesis regarding the relationship between Human Resources (HR) and E-Government (0.066) is rejected, suggesting a lack of substantial correlation between the two variables. However, the hypothesis concerning Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and E-Government(0.006) is accepted, indicating a significant relationship between ICT and E-Government adoption, The discussion highlights the nuanced relationship between cultural factors and e-government adoption, suggesting that while cultural norms may influence citizen engagement with digital governance platforms, the impact varies across contexts. Conversely, the robust positive coefficients associated with infrastructure underscore its critical role in facilitating e-government initiatives. This emphasizes the importance of investing in ICT infrastructure to overcome barriers to e-government adoption in Uganda. The interplay between cultural factors and infrastructure underscores the need for a comprehensive approach addressing both aspects to foster effective e-government implementation in the country. R square in this result is 0.874. An R-squared value of 0.874 indicates that 87.4% of the variance in e-government adoption is explained by the model's predictors, suggesting a strong relationship and high explanatory power. This implies that the model effectively captures key factors influencing e-government adoption in Uganda
Variations on the Author
Full text link“Variations on the Author” discusses two of Eduardo Coutinho’s recent films (Um Dia na Vida, from 2010, and Últimas Conversas, posthumously released in 2015) and their contribution to the general question of documentary authorship. The director’s filmography is characterized by a consistent yet self-effacing form of authorial self-inscription: Coutinho often features as an interviewer that rather than express opinions propels discourses; an interviewer that is good at listening. This mode of self-inscription characterizes him as an author who is not expressive but who is nonetheless markedly present on the screen. In Um Dia na Vida, however, Coutinho is completely absent form the image, while Últimas Conversas, on the contrary, includes a confessional prologue that moves the director from the margins to the center of his films. This article examines the ways in which these works stand out in the filmography of a director who offers new insights into the notion of cinematic authorship
EGDI Impact on Control Corruption in Africa: Exploring E-Government Development Index
Full text linkThis study explores the E-Government Development Index (EGDI) and its role in combating corruption in Africa. The main aim is to analyze how EGDI impacts corruption control strategies across African nations. This research is academically and practically important as it examines the intersection of e-government and corruption mitigation, providing valuable insights for policymakers and stakeholders. Using a systematic analysis of Scopus articles, the study reveals that advancements in e-government, measured by EGDI, enhance transparency and efficiency in public administration. The findings indicate that a well-implemented e-government infrastructure, reflected in a higher EGDI, positively influences anti-corruption efforts and governance practices across diverse African contexts. The study concludes that EGDI is crucial in shaping governance frameworks and fostering accountability. This research fills gaps in the literature by illuminating the nuanced relationship between EGDI metrics and corruption mitigation. The findings provide actionable insights for policymakers and stakeholders engaged in governance and development initiatives, highlighting the role of e-government in promoting sustainable development across Africa
Understanding Public Sctor Problems Affecting Uganda: A Depth Analysis of The Public Choice Theory
Full text linkThis study aims to identify and analyze the major problems affecting the Ugandan public sector through the lens of public choice theory. The research addresses the economic, political, social, and technological challenges that force government institutions to seek new ways to improve public sector performance. Despite various reforms initiated over the past 25 years, corruption, inefficiency, and inadequate service delivery remain pervasive issues. Corruption affects resource allocation and hinders development, while inefficiency is linked to a lack of skilled personnel, outdated infrastructure, and bureaucratic red tape. Shortcomings in service delivery, particularly in health and education, contribute to public dissatisfaction.Methodologically, this study employs a qualitative analysis of existing literature and government reports to assess the effectiveness of anti-corruption measures, capacity-building initiatives, technology adoption, and bureaucratic streamlining. The analysis reveals that while efforts to enhance transparency through digital platforms and establish anti-corruption units have been made, the impact of these reforms has been limited. This limitation is attributed to implementation challenges and resistance to the application of private sector techniques in the public sector.The study concludes that sustained progress in the Ugandan public sector requires ongoing commitment, comprehensive institutional reforms, and active community engagement to ensure effective governance and improved service provision.
Appropriate Similarity Measures for Author Cocitation Analysis
Full text linkWe provide a number of new insights into the methodological discussion about author cocitation analysis. We first argue that the use of the Pearson correlation for measuring the similarity between authors’ cocitation profiles is not very satisfactory. We then discuss what kind of similarity measures may be used as an alternative to the Pearson correlation. We consider three similarity measures in particular. One is the well-known cosine. The other two similarity measures have not been used before in the bibliometric literature. Finally, we show by means of an example that our findings have a high practical relevance.information science;Pearson correlation;cosine;similarity measure;author cocitation analysis
Smart City Development Analysis: A Comparison Of Kampala And Jakarta City
No full textAt present, rapid technological advancements influence various facets of life, shaping economic, social, and infrastructural landscapes. However, these advancements also raise concerns about uncontrolled population growth and the challenges associated with urbanization. As global populations expand, cities face the urgent task of accommodating increasing numbers while ensuring sustainable development. The complexity of these issues necessitates proactive interventions to maintain a balance between technological progress and environmental sustainability
Dispelling the Myths Behind First-author Citation Counts
Full text linkWe conducted a full-scale evaluative citation analysis study of scholars in the XML research field to explore just how different from each other author rankings resulting from different citation counting methods actually are, and to demonstrate the capability of emerging data and tools on the Web in supporting more realistic citation counting methods. Our results contest some common arguments for the continued
use of first-author citation counts in the evaluation of scholars, such as high correlations between author rankings by first-author citation counts and other citation
counting methods, and high costs of using more realistic citation counting methods that are not well-supported by the ISI databases. It is argued that increasingly available digital full text research papers make it possible for citation analysis studies to go beyond what the ISI databases have directly supported and to employ more
sophisticated methods
- …
