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Relative h-index to compare the scientific performance of researchers

Author(s): L.A.S. Dias

I propose the Relative h-index of a scientist, which is based on his or her Hirsch’s h-index divided by the total number of published papers recorded in the database. The Relative index h allows for a comparison of the scientific output among researchers and can be very useful for research support institutions, universities, and institutes to rank researchers for the purposes of recruitment, promotions, awards, and grant funding for projects.