The state of research assessment
Springer Nature white paper gives insights from more than 6,600 researchers on evaluation practices
In an era where the research landscape is rapidly evolving, the ways in which researchers and their work are evaluated are under increasing scrutiny. The latest white paper, “The State of Research Assessment: Researcher Perspectives on Evaluation Practices,” dives into the current state of research assessment, drawing on the voices of over 6,600 researchers from diverse regions, disciplines, and career stages.
This comprehensive study, one of the largest of its kind, reveals the complexities and challenges faced by researchers in today’s academic environment. It highlights the continued dominance of traditional publication metrics, the growing importance of societal impact, and the varied experiences of researchers across the globe. Despite overall positive views, and the progress made by research assessment reform initiatives, the findings show that there is still a gap between current practices and the ideal evaluation frameworks envisioned by researchers.
Key insights include how researchers are currently assessed, their views on assessment practices, and the future of research assessment. Looking at both the assessment of individual researchers based on their contributions and achievements, and the assessment of their research outputs, categorised in four areas:
- Research outputs
- Contributions to “the public good”, or positive contributions to society
- Wider contributions to research
- Contribution to research culture
Read the full white paper “The state of research assessment: Researcher perspectives on evaluation practices” to gain a deeper understanding of the current state of research assessment and to contribute to the conversation on shaping its future.
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