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Osteoarthritis and Cartilage
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Osteoarthritis and Cartilage

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Biology and Biochemistry 218 182 559 26
Medicine 395 363 1661 39

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 733
Documents by Best Scientists*: 2208
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 23
SCIMAGO H-index: 197
SCIMAGO SJR: 2.331
Impact Factor: 9

Overview

Top Research Topics at Osteoarthritis and Cartilage?

The objective of the journal is to combine knowledge in the areas of Osteoarthritis, Cartilage, Physical therapy, Internal medicine and Cell biology. Osteoarthritis and Cartilage features research on Osteoarthritis in an attempt to reinforce studies in the field of Pathology. While work presented in Osteoarthritis and Cartilage provided substantial information on Cartilage, it also covered topics in Magnetic resonance imaging, Aggrecan and Biomedical engineering.

Physical therapy research presented in it encompasses a variety of subjects, including Randomized controlled trial, WOMAC and Knee pain. Issues in Internal medicine were discussed, taking into consideration concepts from other disciplines like Gastroenterology and Endocrinology. The presentations discussing Cell biology offer insights in topics such as Chondrogenesis and Mesenchymal stem cell.

  • Osteoarthritis (47.07%)
  • Cartilage (19.99%)
  • Physical therapy (18.39%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • OARSI recommendations for the management of hip and knee osteoarthritis, Part II: OARSI evidence-based, expert consensus guidelines (2181 citations)
  • OARSI guidelines for the non-surgical management of knee osteoarthritis (1885 citations)
  • Articular cartilage repair: basic science and clinical progress. A review of the current status and prospects. (1663 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Osteoarthritis and Cartilage:

The main points discussed in the journal papers deal with Osteoarthritis, Cartilage, Physical therapy, Anatomy and Pathology. While work presented in the published articles provide substantial information on Osteoarthritis, it also covers topics in Surgery, Knee Joint, Radiography, Internal medicine and Magnetic resonance imaging. The most cited articles explore research in Aggrecan and overlapping concepts in Molecular biology to expand the discourse in Cartilage.

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 Osteoarthritis and Cartilage (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Ali Guermazi (353 papers) published 11 papers at the last edition, 23 less than at the previous edition,
  • David J. Hunter (351 papers) published 15 papers at the last edition, 8 less than at the previous edition,
  • David T. Felson (286 papers) published 14 papers at the last edition, 5 less than at the previous edition,
  • Felix Eckstein (258 papers) published 11 papers at the last edition, 7 less than at the previous edition,
  • Michael C. Nevitt (241 papers) published 13 papers at the last edition, 8 less 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 Osteoarthritis and Cartilage (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Boston University (581 papers) published 37 papers at the last edition, 16 less than at the previous edition,
  • University of California, San Francisco (425 papers) published 23 papers at the last edition, 14 less than at the previous edition,
  • Lund University (328 papers) published 28 papers at the last edition, 4 more than at the previous edition,
  • Erasmus University Rotterdam (293 papers) published 21 papers at the last edition, 3 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of Sydney (272 papers) published 19 papers at the last edition, 5 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, 29.49% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 29.45% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 12.18% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 22.36% of all publications and 36.00% 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.

Career Opportunities and Future Outlook in the Field of Osteoarthritis and Cartilage Research

The promising future in the field of Osteoarthritis and Cartilage research offers a diverse range of career opportunities. Whether you aim to solve health problems through research or use your expertise in a clinical setting, the requirements and pathway to becoming a specialist in the field might feel overwhelming. Specific positions include research scientists, nutritionists, physiotherapists, and biomechanical engineers, all contributing to the advancement in the field. If you are particularly interested in the role of nutrition in osteoarthritis and cartilage health, becoming a nutritionist could be an exciting career path for you. For instance, if you are wondering about career progression in the state of Vermont, check out the article on how to become a nutritionist in Vermont to gain an understanding of the required educational background and credentials. Ensuring an in-depth understanding of osteoarthritis and cartilage structure and pathology, combined with the knowledge of how different nutrients can support optimal joint health, can make nutritionists indispensable assets in this research field. In addition, the broad scope of research areas within Osteoarthritis and Cartilage offers enriched opportunities for career growth and development in both academia and clinical practice. With continuous advancements in this field, career prospects remain promising for dedicated and passionate individuals committed to contributing to this ever-evolving discipline.

Top Publications

  • Osteoarthritis year in review 2019: epidemiology and therapy.

    M. Kloppenburg;F. Berenbaum

    (2020)
    474 Citations
  • Osteoarthritis year in review 2021: epidemiology & therapy.

    (2021)
    399 Citations
  • The burden of OA-health services and economics

    V.P. Leifer;J.N. Katz;E. Losina

    (2021)
    205 Citations
  • The Role of Macrophages in Osteoarthritis and Cartilage Repair

    Chia-Lung Wu;Natalia S. Harasymowicz;Natalia S. Harasymowicz;Molly A. Klimak;Kelsey H. Collins;Kelsey H. Collins

    (2020)
    204 Citations
  • Pharmaceutical Treatment of Osteoarthritis.

    (2022)
    134 Citations
  • Trends in incidence and prevalence of osteoarthritis in the United Kingdom: findings from the Clinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD)

    Subhashisa Swain;Aliya Sarmanova;Christian Mallen;Chang Fu Kuo

    (2020)
    128 Citations
  • How does hip osteoarthritis differ from knee osteoarthritis

    M. Hall;M. van der Esch;R.S. Hinman;G. Peat

    (2021)
    100 Citations
  • Recommendations for the management of hip and knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review of clinical practice guidelines.

    (2023)
    79 Citations

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