Research

Quantitative Science Studies

This group studies science from a quantitative perspective, using methods ranging from mathematical analysis and computer simulation to statistical analysis, network analysis, text mining, and visualization.

Science and Evaluation Studies

This group analyses the politics and practices of research evaluation in connection with contemporary forms of governance of research and scholarship.

Science, Technology, and Innovation Studies

This group aims to further improve our empirical understanding of science-based innovation, productive relationships, knowledge flows, and other added values of research universities.

Scientometrics

This chair furthers the theoretical understanding of the role and construction of science and technology indicators. 

Science and Innovation Studies

This chair leads the Science, Technology, and Innovation Studies research group.

Evidence for Science Policy

Career Studies

This working group analyzes how careers of scientists are shaped through individual characteristics, research environment, organizational HRM instruments and career policy.

Open Science

This research theme aims to synthesize CWTS research on the current policy drive towards "open science".

Responsible Metrics

This research theme aims to synthesize CWTS research as the basis for public discussion, education, and advise about the use of metrics in research evaluation.

Research Integrity