Altmetrics has transformed how researchers and institutions measure the influence of their work since its introduction in 2012.

Altmetric Expands to Track Clinical Guidelines: Measuring the Real-World Impact of Research 

Dr.Nanci | Research design and Mixed Methods Research.

19 Jan, 2025

Introduction

Altmetrics has transformed how researchers and institutions measure the influence of their work since its introduction in 2012. As a complementary metric, it evaluates not just citations but reader behavior, social media interactions, and broader public engagement. With the inclusion of clinical guidelines as a new attention source, Altmetric takes a giant leap forward in tracking the real-world impact of medical research, offering unparalleled insights into its practical applications [1].

At Pubrica, a global scientific writing, editing, and publication support service company, we empower researchers by providing targeted solutions to amplify the impact of their work, optimize publication strategies, and align with evolving metrics like Altmetric. Here’s how.

How Clinical Guidelines Enhance Altmetric's Scope 

What are Altmetrics? 

Altmetrics provide a score, the Altmetric Attention Score (AAS), based on three core factors:

Volume: Measures the number of mentions an article receives across various sources.
Sources: Weights the score based on the type of source—newspaper articles yield higher scores than blog posts.
Authors: Considers the credibility and potential conflicts of interest of authors, favoring citations from independent entities over self-referencing journals.

New Addition: Clinical Guidelines 

Clinical Guidelines are critical tools for translating research into actionable recommendations for patient care. By incorporating them, Altmetric now offers [3]:  Distinctive Aqua Green Badges and Attention Scores specific to Clinical Guidelines.  Data integration into Altmetric Explorer, offering detailed tracking of how research influences clinical practice [4]. 

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Tracking Impact with Clinical Guidelines 

Key Sources Tracked 

Some notable organizations that shape Clinical Guidelines and are now monitored by Altmetric include: 

American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)

American Heart Association (AHA)

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

World Health Organization (WHO)

Applications of Clinical Guidelines in Altmetric 

Real-World Applications: Understand how research transitions from publication to implementation in healthcare settings [4]. 
Funding Impact Assessment: Evaluate how funding translates into practical, measurable outcomes in clinical care [5]. 
Publication Strategy: Identify journals with the highest contributions to Clinical Guidelines, informing researchers on where to publish for maximum impact.

Figure 1: Altmetric Expands to Track Clinical Guidelines Measuring the Real-World Impact of Research

How Pubrica Supports Researchers 

At Pubrica, we recognize the importance of metrics like Altmetric in enhancing the visibility and influence of your research. Here’s how we assist:

Data Visualization and Reporting

Custom Graphs and Tables: We create tailored visual representations to showcase the progression of research from conception to practical application.

Infographics for SEO: Highlight key metrics like AAS, journal impact, and funding outcomes through SEO-optimized infographics to enhance online visibility.

Strategic Publication Planning

Journal Selection: Based on Altmetric insights, we help researchers target journals that frequently contribute to Clinical Guidelines.

Manuscript Enhancement: Our experts refine manuscripts to meet the specific requirements of high-impact journals.

Grant and Funding Support

Real-World Evidence Reports: We develop compelling evidence of clinical impact to support grant applications and funding renewals.

Funding Analysis: Assist in showcasing the tangible outcomes of funded projects, leveraging Clinical Guidelines data.

Altmetric Score Optimization

Social Media Strategies: Help amplify the reach of publications by leveraging effective social media campaigns.

Engagement Tracking: Monitor and boost mentions across credible sources to improve AAS.

We offer the expertise, knowledge, and comprehensive support your Clinical research and publication needs.

Visualizing Research Impact 

Table 1: Key Features of Altmetric Integration with Clinical Guidelines

Feature	Description	Pubrica's Role
Aqua Green Badge	Indicates Clinical Guideline mentions	Provide guidance on increasing visibility
Altmetric Explorer Data	Detailed insights into guideline impact	Offer analytics for funding applications
Top Journals Identified	Shows journals contributing to guidelines	Optimize publication strategy

Conclusion 

By integrating Clinical Guidelines, Altmetric has set a new standard for tracking the real-world influence of research. For researchers aiming to make a lasting impact, aligning with these advancements is critical.

At Pubrica, we provide end-to-end support, ensuring your research is visible, impactful, and optimized for modern metrics. From publication strategy to Altmetric score optimization, we’re here to help you succeed.