In theory, academic platforms like ResearchGate should help researchers connect, share ideas, and evaluate each other's work thoughtfully. But a recent study — “Metrics Fraud on ResearchGate” by Kirilova and Zoepfl (2025) — highlights major problems with how metrics are handled on these platforms. From inflated scores to a lack
Citations have become the shorthand for influence, credibility, and even quality. But here’s the problem: a high citation count doesn’t always mean a paper is good—or even correct. It’s time to unpack this. Because if we want to improve how science works, we need to stop
When UNESCO released its Recommendation on Open Science—a landmark global framework that encourages scientific systems to become more inclusive, transparent, and collaborative. It wasn’t just a declaration. It was a call to action. At Paperstars, we’ve taken that call seriously. As we build this platform, we’re
In academia, it’s easy to feel like your worth boils down to two numbers: your H-index and the impact factors of the journals you publish in. These metrics are everywhere—from grant applications and job interviews to casual conversations in the lab. But here’s the hard truth: these
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Paperstars is a new research platform focussed on post-publication peer review, open access, and replacing citation-based metrics with community-driven, qualitative evaluations. Help shape the future of scientific publishing.