The Institute for Scientific Information
Fostering the scientometric community through research and collaboration
Foundational past, visionary future.
The Institute for Scientific Information (ISI) builds on the work of Dr. Eugene Garfield – the original founder and pioneer of information science. Named after the company he founded – the forerunner of the Web of ScienceTM – ISI was reestablished in 2018 and serves as a home for analytic expertise, guided by his legacy and adapted to respond to technological advances.
Our global team of industry recognized experts focuses on the development of existing and new bibliometric and analytical approaches, whilst fostering collaborations with partners and academic colleagues across the global research community.
Read the latest reports
Our Global Research Reports and Insights papers draw on our unique industry insights to offer analysis, ideas and commentary to enlighten and stimulate debate.
The annual G20 scorecard - Research performance 2023
The Institute for Scientific Information (ISI)™ releases an annual G20 scorecard that summarizes and compares the research and innovation capabilities of the G20 economies, known for their significant investments in education, research and technology.
News and insights
The top 50 universities power global innovation
JAN 30, 2025
This report analyzes the critical role of research in shaping global industrial innovation and societal impact, using data and expert insights derived from academic research and patent citations.
Researcher recognition
We recognize researchers doing influential work through these annual programs.
Events
Join us at upcoming events, watch on-demand webinars, and listen to our podcasts.
Societal impact in the spotlight - November 5, 2024
Measuring what matters - November 13, 2024
The ISI team
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