Topographical Information Map of the Nation's Breast Cancer Research Portfolio
Abstract
The primary objective of this research is to understand historical patterns in the nation's breast cancer research portfolio. To achieve this objective, we created "topographical information maps" of abstracts of breast cancer research articles. The maps look like landscape maps with contour lines indicating elevation. Peaks represent scientific areas where there is a great deal of research. Valleys represent areas where there is comparatively little research. Islands represent opportunities for interdisciplinary or translational research. Hills appearing in close spatial proximity indicate closely related areas of research. Hills appearing far apart indicate research areas where there is currently little synergy. Interactive versions of these maps are available at http://www.hprg.uci.edu. We hope our work will help scientists, policy makers, research administrators, and advocates understand historical research patterns aiding their efforts to set future scientific priorities toward the goal of eradicating breast cancer.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 2002
- Accession Number
- ADA407219
Entities
People
- Tammy O. Tengs
Organizations
- University of California, Irvine