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Sleep Science
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Sleep Science

1984-0659

Published by: Federacao Latino-Americana de Sociedades do Sono

https://lp.thieme.de/journals/sleep-science/1984-0063

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Neuroscience 460 6 7 2

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 39
Documents by Best Scientists*: 41
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 2
SCIMAGO H-index: 35
SCIMAGO SJR: 0.588
Impact Factor: 1.8

Overview

Top Research Topics at Sleep Science?

Sleep Science was organized to reinforce research efforts on Sleep in non-human animals, Internal medicine, Obstructive sleep apnea, Physical therapy and Polysomnography. The in-depth study on Sleep in non-human animals also explores topics in the intersecting field of Audiology. Topics in Internal medicine explored in the journal were investigated in conjunction with research in Endocrinology and Cardiology.

The research on Obstructive sleep apnea featured in Sleep Science combines topics in other fields like Sleep apnea, Body mass index and Pediatrics. Research on Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index addressed in the journal frequently intersections with the field of Epworth Sleepiness Scale.

  • Sleep in non-human animals (24.12%)
  • Internal medicine (13.68%)
  • Obstructive sleep apnea (13.24%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Interactions between sleep, stress, and metabolism: From physiological to pathological conditions (137 citations)
  • Environmental noise and sleep disturbances: A threat to health? (91 citations)
  • Nonparametric methods in actigraphy: An update. (89 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Sleep Science:

The journal papers aim to foster the development of research in Sleep in non-human animals, Audiology, Physical therapy, Sleep deprivation and Actigraphy. The Sleep in non-human animals research presented in the journal articles falls under the domain of Psychiatry. The works on Sleep deprivation tackled in the most cited publications bring together disciplines like Increased fatigue and Gerontology.

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

  • Internal medicine
  • Disease
  • Psychiatry

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The main research concerns discussed in Sleep Science are Sleep in non-human animals, Internal medicine, Insomnia, Obstructive sleep apnea and Sleep quality. Sleep Science tackles research in various disciplines, including Sleep in non-human animals and Autism spectrum disorder. The subject of Cardiology, which is connected to the field of Pulse oximetry, serves as the foundation of the Internal medicine research featured in it.

The research on Insomnia tackled can also make contributions to studies in the areas of Cardiovascular outcomes, Sleep disorder, Text mining, Shift work and Circadian rhythm. The presented Obstructive sleep apnea research focuses mostly on Polysomnography and, on occasion, topics in Continuous positive airway pressure, Sleep apnea and Information privacy. The featured Sleep quality research zeroes in on concepts in Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index but also tackles themes under Atypical antipsychotic.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Insomnia and circadian misalignment: an underexplored interaction towards cardiometabolic risk (2 citations)
  • Prevalence of insomnia in shift workers: a systematic review (1 citations)
  • Mediodorsal thalamus lesion increases paradoxical sleep in rats (1 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 Sleep Science (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Sergio Tufik (92 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 3 less than at the previous edition,
  • Lia Bittencourt (31 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Monica L. Andersen (30 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 2 less than at the previous edition,
  • Fernando Morgadinho Santos Coelho (21 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Pedro Felipe Carvalhedo de Bruin (17 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 Sleep Science (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Federal University of São Paulo (80 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 7 less than at the previous edition,
  • University of São Paulo (39 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • Federal University of Ceará (13 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 2 less than at the previous edition,
  • State University of Campinas (11 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Sao Paulo State University (11 papers) absent at the last 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, 32.43% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 20.00% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 20.00% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 24.00% 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.

Interdisciplinary Research in Sleep Science

In addition to the focused research areas covered in Sleep Science, there is also significant interdisciplinary research at the intersection of different domains. This collaborative approach to research has resulted in noteworthy progress in various aspects of sleep science. For instance, the research on Sleep in non-human animals has been significantly enriched by integrating findings from other disciplines like Behavioral Ecology and Genetics. Similarly, the study of Obstructive sleep apnea incorporates domains such as Respiratory Medicine, Biomechanics, and Psychology, thereby providing a holistic understanding of the disorder. A prominent example of interfield research collaboration is visible in the study of sleep disorders and their impact on performance, a topic which beautifully synthesizes insights from Neuroscience, Psychometrics, Education, and even Engineering. In this vein, recognizing the potential of interdisciplinary research for advancing our understanding of sleep and its related processes aligns perfectly with the vision of Sleep Science. Another case of fruitful interdisciplinary collaboration is seen in the domain of sleep health and wellbeing. Leveraging studies from fields such as Public Health, Social Science, Nursing, and Medicine have enriched our understanding and been strategically vital in designing effective interventions for sleep disorders. In particular, the programs and strategies for nurse practitioners are continuously improved based on research findings from these diverse domains. To learn more about nursing programs focusing on sleep disorders, you can visit this page on np programs in Indiana. In conclusion, Sleep Science continues to foster a culture of interdisciplinary research, bringing about improved strategies for diagnosing, treating, and managing sleep disorders. This multifield perspective significantly contributes to our comprehensive understanding of sleep, ultimately leading to improved health and wellbeing.

Top Publications

  • Smartphone applications for sleep tracking: rating and perceptions about behavioral change among users

    (2020)
    8 Citations
  • Sleep Restfulness in Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea Undergoing Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Therapy

    (2024)
    3 Citations
  • Associations between Sleep Quality and Serum Levels of Neurofilament Light in Individuals with Premanifest Huntington Disease

    (2024)
    0 Citations
  • Integral Approach of Bruxism and Consequences in a Family Routine: A Clinical Case Report

    (2023)
    0 Citations
  • Excessive Postprandial Sleepiness in Two Young Adults Effectively Treated with Antidiabetic Medications

    (2024)
    0 Citations
  • Circadian modulation of motivation-related behavior

    Julieta Acosta;Diego A. Golombek;Patricia V. Agostino

    (2020)
    0 Citations
  • What, how and (especially) when: chronoparmacological approach in cancer therapies

    Laura Lucía Trebucq;Luciano Marpegan;Diego Andres Golombek;Juan José Chiesa

    (2020)
    0 Citations

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