Kathryn Weber-Boer

Kathryn Weber-Boer, Director Scientometrics – Scientometric Researcher Engagement, works with clients, colleagues, and researchers using Altmetric and Dimensions data to find creative, data-based answers to pressing questions. As a computational social scientist, Kathryn is dedicated to finding responsible ways to show the myriad successes of research and researchers, exploring how non-traditional metrics can help us better understand the use and perception of research, and focusing attention on research integrity to strengthen public trust in research. Her recent work has looked at the importance of collaboration between social sciences and STEM research, the role of mentorship on open access publishing practices, and the growing use and reuse of shared research data.