Peter van den Besselaar

International Institute of Social History, University of Amsterdam

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Total Citations

105

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About

Peter van den Besselaar is a leading scholar in the fields of scientometrics, science and technology studies, and research evaluation. His pioneering work includes developing scientometric journal mappings to track strategically important research areas, a contribution that has garnered nearly 100 citations and remains influential for policy-oriented science mapping. He has also conducted comparative international analyses of research performance in artificial intelligence and robotics, highlighting the growing importance of technological capacities for economic competitiveness. Van den Besselaar's research has significantly shaped how we understand and measure scientific collaboration, interdisciplinary dynamics, and the societal impact of research. His work is widely cited and has informed both academic discourse and science policy. Notably, he has contributed to critical perspectives on research evaluation systems, including the use of citation metrics and peer review. For students and researchers, van den Besselaar offers essential insights into the quantitative and qualitative dimensions of science, making his work a cornerstone for anyone studying the interplay between research, technology, and policy.