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IEEE/ACM Transactions on Networking
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IEEE/ACM Transactions on Networking

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Electronics and Electrical Engineering 82 192 386 35
Computer Science 100 430 792 42

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 526
Documents by Best Scientists*: 860
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 15
SCIMAGO H-index: 187
SCIMAGO SJR: 1.394
Impact Factor: 3.6

Overview

Top Research Topics at IEEE ACM Transactions on Networking?

The journal covers a variety of subjects, including Computer network, Distributed computing, Network packet, Throughput and Scheduling (computing). Computer network research presented in the journal encompasses a variety of subjects, including Wireless, Wireless network and The Internet. Wireless research in the journal involves the investigation of Wireless sensor network studies, all of which are linked to disciplines such as Key distribution in wireless sensor networks.

The study of Wireless ad hoc network and how it intertwines with concepts under Mobile ad hoc network were explored in the presented Wireless network research. While work presented in IEEE ACM Transactions on Networking provided substantial information on Distributed computing, it also covered topics in Node (networking), Routing (electronic design automation), Routing protocol and Resource allocation. While Network packet is the focus of IEEE ACM Transactions on Networking, it also provided insights into the studies of Real-time computing, Queueing theory and Algorithm.

IEEE ACM Transactions on Networking explores issues in Throughput which can be linked to other research areas like Network congestion and Communication channel. The studies in Scheduling (computing) featured incorporate elements of Queue, Schedule, Mathematical optimization and Server. While Link-state routing protocol is the focus of it, it also provided insights into the studies of Wireless Routing Protocol and Dynamic Source Routing.

  • Computer network (54.72%)
  • Distributed computing (31.05%)
  • Network packet (18.21%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Random early detection gateways for congestion avoidance (6037 citations)
  • On the self-similar nature of Ethernet traffic (extended version) (4957 citations)
  • A generalized processor sharing approach to flow control in integrated services networks: the multiple node case (3687 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at IEEE ACM Transactions on Networking:

The most cited papers cover a variety of subjects, including Computer network, Distributed computing, Network packet, Throughput and Network topology. The studies on Computer network discussed at the journal articles can also contribute to research in the domains of Wireless, Wireless network and The Internet. The published papers address concerns in the field of Distributed computing by exploring it in line with topics in Wireless ad hoc network which intersect with Mobile ad hoc network subjects.

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

  • Computer network
  • Operating system
  • The Internet

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

IEEE ACM Transactions on Networking mostly deals with topics like Computer network, Distributed computing, Network packet, Throughput and Server. The featured Computer network studies mainly concentrate on Wireless but also cover areas of interest in Wireless sensor network and Reliability (computer networking). The presented Distributed computing research focuses mostly on Network topology and, on occasion, topics in Node (networking) and Approximation algorithm.

Testbed, Routing (electronic design automation), Queueing theory and Overhead (computing) are some topics wherein Network packet research discussed in it have an impact. The work on Throughput tackled in the journal brings together disciplines like Telecommunications link and Physical layer. Server research presented in it encompasses a variety of subjects, including Edge computing and Cloud computing.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Federated Learning Over Wireless Networks: Convergence Analysis and Resource Allocation (25 citations)
  • AggreFlow: Achieving Power Efficiency, Load Balancing, and Quality of Service in Data Center Networks (7 citations)
  • Cooperative Intersection Crossing Over 5G (7 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 IEEE ACM Transactions on Networking (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Alex X. Liu (59 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition, 4 less than at the previous edition,
  • Ness B. Shroff (54 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition,
  • Eytan Modiano (42 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 2 less than at the previous edition,
  • Shigang Chen (40 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • Don Towsley (39 papers) published 1 paper at the last 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 IEEE ACM Transactions on Networking (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Bell Labs (148 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • Tsinghua University (132 papers) published 18 papers at the last edition, 7 more than at the previous edition,
  • IBM (122 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 1 more than at the previous edition,
  • Technion – Israel Institute of Technology (105 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign (102 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition, 1 more 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, 13.08% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 18.45% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 15.05% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 23.79% of all publications and 42.72% 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.

Practical Implications and Real-World Applications

Having explored the various research topics extensively studied in the IEEE ACM Transactions on Networking journal and their interconnections, and the highly cited papers, it's equally important to look into how these theoretical foundations are recognized and applied in real-world scenarios. The practical implications of these research studies have a critical influence on many sectors, especially the technology industry, and can even impact future research directions.

Take, for example, the study of wireless sensor networks and key distribution. This not only enhances our understanding of the subject but also offers innovative solutions that can be implemented in the design of secure and efficient communication systems. Similarly, research in the realm of real-time computing and queueing theory has major applications in areas like operating systems design, task scheduling in distributed systems, and more.

While we discuss the implications of the research, it's interesting to ponder the journey of the researchers behind these remarkable contributions. For example, consider a researcher specializing in the field of middle-school education, focussing on subjects like Mathematics. It takes years of rigorous studies, practice, and experience to make considerable contributions in their research spectrum. Guessing, how long does it take to become a proficient middle-school math teacher in Idaho? You can find more information about this here.

In conclusion, as much as understanding and contributing to advanced research is crucial, acknowledging the practical implications and real-world applications of these research findings is equally vital. It not just impacts industries today but shapes the exploration journey of many future researchers and practitioners.

Practical Application Examples

Emphasis on practical applications and industry examples would effectively highlight the importance and impact of the extensive research carried out. This could include case studies, industry trends, or real-world problems that were mitigated due to these digital research developments.

Top Publications

  • BOLA: Near-Optimal Bitrate Adaptation for Online Videos

    Kevin Spiteri;Rahul Urgaonkar;Ramesh K. Sitaraman

    (2020)
    877 Citations
  • Federated Learning Over Wireless Networks: Convergence Analysis and Resource Allocation

    Canh T. Dinh;Nguyen H. Tran;Minh N. H. Nguyen;Choong Seon Hong

    (2021)
    685 Citations
  • Optimizing Information Freshness in Wireless Networks Under General Interference Constraints

    Rajat Talak;Sertac Karaman;Eytan Modiano

    (2020)
    269 Citations
  • Service Placement and Request Scheduling for Data-Intensive Applications in Edge Clouds

    Vajiheh Farhadi;Fidan Mehmeti;Ting He;Thomas F. La Porta

    (2021)
    266 Citations
  • Joint Scheduling of URLLC and eMBB Traffic in 5G Wireless Networks

    Arjun Anand;Gustavo de Veciana;Sanjay Shakkottai

    (2020)
    236 Citations
  • The Age of Incorrect Information: A New Performance Metric for Status Updates

    Ali Maatouk;Saad Kriouile;Mohamad Assaad;Anthony Ephremides

    (2020)
    209 Citations

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