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Diabetologia
H-index 72

Diabetologia

0012-186X

Published by: Springer

https://www.springer.com/journal/125

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Medicine 111 791 778 68

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 1118
Documents by Best Scientists*: 905
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 41
SCIMAGO H-index: 266
SCIMAGO SJR: 3.617
Impact Factor: 10.2

Overview

Top Research Topics at Diabetologia?

Internal medicine, Endocrinology, Diabetes mellitus, Insulin and Type 2 diabetes are the subjects of interest in Diabetologia. Research on Internal medicine addressed in Diabetologia frequently intersections with the field of Type 1 diabetes. The journal covers various topics on Endocrinology such as Pancreatic hormone, Glucagon, Adipose tissue, Obesity and Carbohydrate metabolism.

Some problems in Diabetes mellitus that were presented in Diabetologia overlapped with concepts under Surgery, Immunology, Disease, Pediatrics and Risk factor. Autoantibody and Autoimmunity are among the concentrations of Immunology that garnered much attention in the journal. Diabetologia connects the study in Insulin with the closely related area of Pancreas.

The study on Type 2 diabetes presented is investigated in conjunction with research in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Studies on Human physiology discussed in it link to the field of Metabolic disease.

  • Internal medicine (69.08%)
  • Endocrinology (60.32%)
  • Diabetes mellitus (40.36%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Homeostasis model assessment : insulin resistance and beta-cell function from fasting plasma glucose and insulin concentrations in man (24939 citations)
  • Management of hyperglycaemia in type 2 diabetes: a patient-centered approach. Position statement of the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) (3712 citations)
  • Type 2 (non-insulin-dependent) diabetes mellitus: the thrifty phenotype hypothesis. (2214 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Diabetologia:

The published papers mainly tackle studies in Internal medicine, Endocrinology, Diabetes mellitus, Insulin and Type 2 diabetes. The journal papers explore research in Diabetes mellitus alongside concepts in Incidence (epidemiology) and other areas of study in Epidemiology. While the most cited papers focused on Type 2 diabetes, they were also able to explore topics like Metformin and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.

What topics the last edition of the journal is best known for?

  • Internal medicine
  • Gene
  • Diabetes mellitus

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The topics of Internal medicine, Diabetes mellitus, Type 2 diabetes, Type 1 diabetes and Endocrinology are the focal point of discussions in the journal. Diabetologia addresses concerns in Internal medicine which are intertwined with other disciplines, such as Gastroenterology and Placebo. The presented research on Diabetes mellitus deals specifically with Cohort study but it also addresses topics in Gestational diabetes.

The journal focuses on Type 2 diabetes but the discussions also offer insight into other areas such as Overweight, Obesity, Cohort, Prospective cohort study and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Concepts in Human physiology, as well as related topics in MEDLINE, are covered in the Type 1 diabetes research presented in Diabetologia. The research on Endocrinology discussed in it draws on the closely related field of Inflammation.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Predictors of hospital discharge and mortality in patients with diabetes and COVID-19: updated results from the nationwide CORONADO study. (31 citations)
  • New closed-loop insulin systems. (21 citations)
  • Effects of ertugliflozin on kidney composite outcomes, renal function and albuminuria in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: an analysis from the randomised VERTIS CV trial. (18 citations)

Papers citation over time

A key indicator for each journal is its effectiveness in reaching other researchers with the papers published at that venue.

The chart below presents the interquartile range (first quartile 25%, median 50% and third quartile 75%) of the number of citations of articles over time.

The top authors publishing in Diabetologia (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Willy Malaisse (225 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Rury R. Holman (162 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Leif Groop (148 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition, 2 more than at the previous edition,
  • Mark I. McCarthy (133 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 2 less than at the previous edition,
  • Andrew T. Hattersley (128 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition, 1 more than at the previous edition.

The overall trend for top authors publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top authors.

Only papers with recognized affiliations are considered

The top affiliations publishing in Diabetologia (based on the number of publications) are:

  • University of Copenhagen (379 papers) published 20 papers at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • University of Helsinki (325 papers) published 7 papers at the last edition, 5 less than at the previous edition,
  • Lund University (311 papers) published 12 papers at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • Harvard University (309 papers) published 12 papers at the last edition, 4 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of Cambridge (298 papers) published 10 papers at the last edition, 2 less than at the previous edition.

The overall trend for top affiliations publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top affiliations.

Publication chance based on affiliation

The publication chance index shows the ratio of articles published by the best research institutions in the journal edition to all articles published within that journal. The best research institutions were selected based on the largest number of articles published during all editions of the journal.

The chart below presents the percentage ratio of articles from top institutions (based on their ranking of total papers).Top affiliations were grouped by their rank into the following tiers: top 1-10, top 11-20, top 21-50, and top 51+. Only articles with a recognized affiliation are considered.

During the most recent 2021 edition, 6.04% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 26.79% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 13.93% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 22.14% of all publications and 37.14% were from other institutions.

Returning Authors Index

A very common phenomenon observed among researchers publishing scientific articles is the intentional selection of journals they have already attended in the past. In particular, it is worth analyzing the case when the authors participate in the same journal from year to year.

The Returning Authors Index presented below illustrates the ratio of authors who participated in both a given as well as the previous edition of the journal in relation to all participants in a given year.

Returning Institution Index

The graph below shows the Returning Institution Index, illustrating the ratio of institutions that participated in both a given and the previous edition of the conference in relation to all affiliations present in a given year.

The experience to innovation index

Our experience to innovation index was created to show a cross-section of the experience level of authors publishing in a journal. The index includes the authors publishing at the last edition of a journal, grouped by total number of publications throughout their academic career (P) and the total number of citations of these publications ever received (C).

The group intervals were selected empirically to best show the diversity of the authors' experiences, their labels were selected as a convenience, not as judgment. The authors were divided into the following groups:

  • Novice - P < 5 or C < 25 (the number of publications less than 5 or the number of citations less than 25),
  • Competent - P < 10 or C < 100 (the number of publications less than 10 or the number of citations less than 100),
  • Experienced - P < 25 or C < 625 (the number of publications less than 25 or the number of citations less than 625),
  • Master - P < 50 or C < 2500 (the number of publications less than 50 or the number of citations less than 2500),
  • Star - P ≥ 50 and C ≥ 2500 (both the number of publications greater than 50 and the number of citations greater than 2500).

The chart below illustrates experience levels of first authors in cases of publications with multiple authors.

Impact on Healthcare Professionals

A critical lens through which to view research focuses and findings within Diabetologia is the practical application of this knowledge for healthcare professionals, particularly nurse practitioners specializing in diabetes care. With a thorough understanding of the research discussed in the journal, they are better equipped to provide optimal care for diabetes patients and leverage new strategies and methods in diabetes management. For example, nurse practitioners in North Dakota, where the rates of Type 2 diabetes have been consistently increasing over the years, can benefit tremendously from the wealth of information and knowledge scattered across the pages of Diabetologia. The research on Insulin and Pancreas, the discussions on Overweight and Obesity, and the studies about Diabetes mellitus and its associated risk factors, among other topics, can guide these healthcare professionals in strategizing a comprehensive approach to diabetes care. Moreover, the high citation rates of some articles imply their significant impact on the field and therefore warrant special attention from active healthcare practitioners. For anyone interested in joining this essential field of healthcare, learning about these key research areas and papers could provide a solid foundation for their future practice. For readers interested in becoming part of this knowledgeable community, you might want to consider learning about how to be a nurse practitioner in North Dakota. This resource provides in-depth guidance and valuable insights to help you navigate your way into this rewarding and dynamic profession.

Top Publications

  • Management of hyperglycaemia in type 2 diabetes, 2018. A consensus report by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD)

    Melanie J. Davies;Melanie J. Davies;David A. D’Alessio;Judith Fradkin;Walter N. Kernan

    (2020)
    1305 Citations
  • The management of type 1 diabetes in adults. A consensus report by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD)

    Richard I. G. Holt;Richard I. G. Holt;J. Hans DeVries;Amy Hess-Fischl;Irl B. Hirsch

    (2021)
    1096 Citations
  • Management of hyperglycaemia in type 2 diabetes, 2022. A consensus report by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD)

    (2022)
    896 Citations
  • Phenotypic characteristics and prognosis of inpatients with COVID-19 and diabetes: the CORONADO study.

    Bertrand Cariou;Samy Hadjadj;Matthieu Wargny;Matthieu Pichelin

    (2020)
    787 Citations
  • Consensus report: definition and interpretation of remission in type 2 diabetes

    Matthew C Riddle;William T Cefalu;Philip H Evans;Hertzel C Gerstein

    (2021)
    382 Citations
  • Correction to: 2019 update to: Management of hyperglycaemia in type 2 diabetes, 2018. A consensus report by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and the European Association for the Study of diabetes (EASD)

    (2020)
    357 Citations
  • Diabetes digital app technology: benefits, challenges, and recommendations. A consensus report by the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) and the American Diabetes Association (ADA) Diabetes Technology Working Group.

    G. Alexander Fleming;John R. Petrie;Richard M. Bergenstal;Reinhard W. Holl

    (2020)
    326 Citations
  • Combined lifestyle factors and risk of incident type 2 diabetes and prognosis among individuals with type 2 diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies.

    Yanbo Zhang;Xiong-Fei Pan;Junxiang Chen;Lu Xia

    (2020)
    266 Citations
  • Management of type 2 diabetes with the dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist tirzepatide: a systematic review and meta-analysis

    (2022)
    263 Citations
  • Impact of circadian disruption on glucose metabolism: implications for type 2 diabetes.

    Ivy C. Mason;Ivy C. Mason;Jingyi Qian;Jingyi Qian;Gail K. Adler;Frank A. J. L. Scheer;Frank A. J. L. Scheer

    (2020)
    245 Citations

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