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Reproductive Sciences
H-index 27

Reproductive Sciences

1933-7191

Published by: Springer

https://www.springer.com/journal/43032

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Medicine 1050 141 197 22

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 290
Documents by Best Scientists*: 350
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 5
SCIMAGO H-index: 94
SCIMAGO SJR: 0.909
Impact Factor: 2.5

Overview

Top Research Topics at Reproductive Sciences?

The scientific interests tackled in the journal are Internal medicine, Endocrinology, Andrology, Pregnancy and Endometriosis. Topics in Internal medicine were tackled in line with various other fields like Fetus, Placenta and Preeclampsia. While work presented in it provided substantial information on Endocrinology, it also covered topics in Receptor, Gene expression and Cell biology.

The study on Cell biology presented is investigated in conjunction with research in Trophoblast. In vitro fertilisation, Oocyte and Embryo are some topics wherein Andrology research discussed in it have an impact. Reproductive Sciences explores topics in Pregnancy which can be helpful for research in disciplines like Physiology and Obstetrics.

Issues in Endometriosis were discussed, taking into consideration concepts from other disciplines like Cancer research and Stromal cell. Reproductive Sciences focuses on Reproductive medicine but the discussions also offer insight into other areas such as Gynecology, Embryology and Infertility.

  • Internal medicine (37.98%)
  • Endocrinology (32.81%)
  • Andrology (15.61%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Inflammation and Pregnancy (646 citations)
  • Environmental Exposures and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes: A Review of the Science (253 citations)
  • Expression profile of microRNAs and mRNAs in human placentas from pregnancies complicated by preeclampsia and preterm labor. (219 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Reproductive Sciences:

The published articles focus largely on the fields of Internal medicine, Endocrinology, Pregnancy, Endometriosis and Immunology. Issues in Internal medicine were discussed in the journal articles, taking into consideration concepts from other disciplines like Fetus, Cancer research and Preeclampsia. Aside from discussions in Endocrinology, the published papers also deal with the subject of Receptor which intersects with Progesterone receptor disciplines.

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

  • Internal medicine
  • Gene
  • Cancer

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

Reproductive Sciences primarily tackles Andrology, Reproductive medicine, Internal medicine, Pregnancy and Endocrinology. Reproductive Sciences focuses on Andrology but sometimes tackles the closely related topic of In vitro fertilisation which is concerned with Embryo transfer. Reproductive medicine research presented in Reproductive Sciences encompasses a variety of subjects, including Bioinformatics, Infertility, Live birth, Obstetrics and Physiology.

Research on Internal medicine addressed in Reproductive Sciences frequently intersections with the field of Gastroenterology. Research on Pregnancy presented in it focuses, in particular, on Fetus, Gestation, Preeclampsia and Offspring. In particular, the Endocrinology works presented emphasize discussions on Testosterone.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • SARS-CoV-2 and Male Infertility: Possible Multifaceted Pathology. (38 citations)
  • Pluripotent Stem (VSELs) and Progenitor (EnSCs) Cells Exist in Adult Mouse Uterus and Show Cyclic Changes Across Estrus Cycle (10 citations)
  • Metabolic Profile of Patients with Severe Endometriosis: a Prospective Experimental Study. (9 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 Reproductive Sciences (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Murray D. Mitchell (68 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Hugh S. Taylor (45 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 2 more than at the previous edition,
  • Stephen Tong (42 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Felice Petraglia (41 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • Maria Rosa Maduro (37 papers) absent 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 Reproductive Sciences (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Yale University (108 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition, 3 less than at the previous edition,
  • University of Edinburgh (77 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • University of São Paulo (57 papers) published 7 papers at the last edition, 2 less than at the previous edition,
  • Fudan University (50 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • University of Siena (43 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 3 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, 10.36% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 7.33% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 6.00% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 13.56% of all publications and 73.11% 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.

Future Perspectives in Reproductive Sciences Research

One critical aspect that this article could delve into involves prospective investigations in Reproductive Sciences. The constant evolution of reproductive medicine means there are upcoming areas of study that will significantly influence the future of this field. For instance, new technologies and approaches in the study of gene editing and stem cells are likely to impact how we understand and treat fertility issues in the future. Furthermore, the integration of digital health solutions in reproductive health is another exciting research area. Telemedicine platforms, applications, and wearable devices are changing the landscape of patient care in reproductive medicine. In the realm of nursing, digital health technologies are being utilized to improve patient care and outcomes. Some of the best online nursing programs in New Hampshire are already incorporating these emerging technologies in their curriculum. To learn more, please visit online nursing programs in best online nursing programs in New Hampshire. The increasing push towards personalized medicine, particularly in endocrinology, offers another thrilling research avenue. Using genetic information to tailor medical treatment to individual characteristics is slowly becoming a reality. In the fight against cancer, reproductive science is looking towards innovative therapies that could minimize fertility risks and provide hope for future conception, such as fertility preservation. All these areas represent the immense potential and promise that the field of Reproductive Sciences hold. As we continue to explore these frontiers, we crystallize our ositive outlook for a future where fertility issues and reproductive health concerns are addressed more precisely and personally.

Top Publications

  • Associations Between Endometriosis and Gut Microbiota

    Agnes Svensson;Louise Brunkwall;Bodil Roth;Marju Orho-Melander

    (2021)
    91 Citations
  • Endometriosis: The Role of Iron Overload and Ferroptosis.

    Shu-Wing Ng;Shu-Wing Ng;Sam G Norwitz;Hugh S Taylor;Errol R Norwitz;Errol R Norwitz

    (2020)
    88 Citations
  • The Future of IVF: The New Normal in Human Reproduction

    (2022)
    79 Citations
  • The Effect of Uterine Adenomyosis on IVF Outcomes: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

    (2022)
    78 Citations
  • Endometriosis: Cellular and Molecular Mechanisms Leading to Fibrosis

    (2022)
    62 Citations
  • History, Evolution and Current State of Ovarian Tissue Auto-Transplantation with Cryopreserved Tissue: a Successful Translational Research Journey from 1999 to 2020

    Loris Marin;Giuliano Bedoschi;Tai Kawahara;Kutluk H Oktay

    (2020)
    55 Citations
  • Obesity Affects Endometrial Receptivity by Displacing the Window of Implantation

    José Bellver;Carlos Marín;Ruth B Lathi;G Murugappan

    (2021)
    51 Citations
  • Origin and Pathogenic Mechanisms of Uterine Adenomyosis: What Is Known So Far.

    Christina Anna Stratopoulou;Jacques Donnez;Marie-Madeleine Dolmans;Marie-Madeleine Dolmans

    (2021)
    47 Citations
  • Fetal Growth Restriction: Does an Integrated Maternal Hemodynamic-Placental Model Fit Better?

    F. Mecacci;L. Avagliano;F. Lisi;S. Clemenza

    (2021)
    47 Citations
  • Changes in the Vaginal Microbiome during the Pregnancy to Postpartum Transition

    Kenetta L Nunn;Steven S Witkin;Steven S Witkin;G Maria Schneider;Allison Boester

    (2021)
    44 Citations

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