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Pofolia organises Social Sciences into 22 subfields: 1624 papers in total (1993–2026), each with a short summary. The subfields come first, then the most-cited work across the whole field.

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At a glance

  • Most cited: PRISMA Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR): Checklist and Explanation (2018, 41,247 citations).
  • The 12 papers listed have 238,046 citations between them.
  • 1 of the 2 with a known journal quartile appeared in a Q1 journal.
  • 1 have a free full text (open access).
  • Most frequent journals: Macat Library eBooks, Annals of Internal Medicine, Gerontology.
  • Published between 2013 and 2018.

Most cited across the field

Ranked by citation count. Because citations accumulate over time, this list naturally leans towards work published a few years ago; for where the field is now, see “recently added”.

  • PRISMA Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR): Checklist and Explanation

    Annals of Internal Medicine · 2018 · Q1 · SJR 2.00 · FWCI 3112.55 · 41,247 citations

    A new PRISMA-ScR checklist with 20 essential and 2 optional reporting items has been developed to improve the methodological and reporting quality of scoping reviews.

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  • The Discovery of Grounded Theory

    2017 · FWCI 1233.17 · 23,760 citations

    This seminal work introduces 'grounded theory,' a systematic method for discovering theory directly from social research data, rather than testing pre-existing hypotheses.

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  • Distinction: A Social Critique of the Judgement of Taste*

    2018 · FWCI 6638.83 · 20,382 citations

    Taste is not merely personal preference but a social tool used to assert distinction from the working class and its basic needs, particularly through the consumption of luxury versus necessity goods.

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  • Qualitative data analysis a methods sourcebook

    2014 · FWCI 3190.53 · 19,883 citations

    This is an updated and revised edition of a classic research methods text, focusing on qualitative data analysis techniques.

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  • Older Adults' Reasons for Using Technology while Aging in Place

    Gerontology · 2015 · Q2 · SJR 1.00 · FWCI 6146.44 · 19,754 citations · Open access

    Older adults' technology use for aging in place is shaped by six key themes: independent living challenges, behavioral options, personal views on technology, social network influence, organizational impact, and the physical environment.

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  • A Theory of Cognitive Dissonance

    Macat Library eBooks · 2017 · FWCI 1049.98 · 18,351 citations

    Leon Festinger's 1957 theory proposed that illogical behaviors stem from a drive to avoid internal contradiction (cognitive dissonance), shifting psychology from behaviorism to mental processes.

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  • The Interpretation of Cultures

    Macat Library eBooks · 2017 · FWCI 537.93 · 16,564 citations

    Clifford Geertz revolutionized anthropology by proposing that cultures are 'webs of meaning' and advocating for 'thick description' as the method to understand them.

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  • Discovering Statistics Using Ibm Spss Statistics

    2017 · FWCI 5029.86 · 16,562 citations

    The 4th Edition of "Discovering Statistics Using SPSS" is updated for SPSS version 20.0 and includes new digital features like WebAssign for assignments and SAGE MobileStudy for on-the-go access.

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  • Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design : Choosing Among Five Approaches

    2017 · FWCI 4370.63 · 16,098 citations

    This revised fourth edition of a bestselling book introduces five qualitative research approaches: narrative research, phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography, and case studies.

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  • Journal of Physics: Conference Series

    Journal of Physics Conference Series · 2013 · 15,705 citations

    A hybrid digital geometric survey combining photogrammetry and drone-based photogrammetry was used to document the abandoned Woodpecker nightclub, built in 1966.

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  • Constructing grounded theory

    2014 · FWCI 3932.46 · 15,049 citations

    This abstract outlines a comprehensive guide to constructing grounded theory, detailing key methodological steps from data gathering to theory reconstruction.

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  • METODE PENELITIAN Kuantitatif, Kualitatif dan R&D

    2014 · FWCI 1194.11 · 14,691 citations

    This book outlines three research methodologies: quantitative, qualitative, and research and development (R&D). Each method is suited for different research goals, from testing hypotheses in broad populations to deeply understanding complex social phenomena or developing and testing new products.

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