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Fractal geometry of information space as represented by co-citation clustering

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In this paper we discuss geometrical properties of ‘information space’ as represented by the phenomenon of co-citation clustering. More specifically, the size distribution of co-citation clusters is studied and interpreted in terms of fractal dimensions.

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van Raan, A.F.J. Fractal geometry of information space as represented by co-citation clustering. Scientometrics 20, 439–449 (1991). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02019764

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