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Alternative Perspectives on Impact: The Potential of ALMs and Altmetrics to Inform Funders about Research Impact

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  • Adam Dinsmore
  • Liz Allen
  • Kevin Dolby

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: More evidence of the meaning and validity of ALMs and altmetrics, coupled with greater consistency and transparency in their presentation, would enable research funders to explore their potential value and identify appropriate use cases.

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  • Adam Dinsmore & Liz Allen & Kevin Dolby, 2014. "Alternative Perspectives on Impact: The Potential of ALMs and Altmetrics to Inform Funders about Research Impact," PLOS Biology, Public Library of Science, vol. 12(11), pages 1-4, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:plo:pbio00:1002003
    DOI: 10.1371/journal.pbio.1002003
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