Digital Science has unveiled a new AI-powered sentiment analysis feature for Altmetric, enabling research teams to gain deeper insights into how their work is perceived on social media. This innovative tool, integrated into Altmetric Explorer, transforms raw data into actionable insights, enhancing research communication and impact assessment.
Altmetric introduces AI-powered sentiment analysis for social media mentions.
Feature assigns sentiment scores to gauge research reception.
Sentiment breakdown charts visualize trends for quick insights.
Filtering by sentiment helps focus on specific audience feedback.
Supports researchers, publishers, and R&D in refining communication strategies.
Available now in Altmetric Explorer for enhanced research彼此
Altmetric’s new feature leverages artificial intelligence to analyze social media mentions, assigning sentiment scores ranging from strong negative to strong positive. Developed by Digital Science’s Dr. Carlos Areia and Mike Taylor in consultation with the research community, this tool provides a nuanced understanding of public and professional reactions to research outputs. “Impactful research deserves the best possible insights,” said Mike Taylor, Head of Data Insights at Digital Science.
The sentiment analysis feature empowers research teams to refine publication and dissemination strategies. By capturing a spectrum of reactions, it reveals how research is received across diverse audiences. “There are many potential benefits from these new insights, including the opportunity for research teams to refine their approach to research publication, communication and dissemination plans,” Taylor added. This capability supports strategic decision-making for academic researchers, publishers, and R&D specialists.
The tool offers sentiment scoring for individual mentions, enabling precise tracking of public perception. Sentiment breakdown charts provide clear visualizations of trends, helping teams identify shifts in sentiment quickly. Additionally, sentiment filtering in Altmetric Explorer allows users to focus on specific feedback types, aligning insights with strategic goals. “The inclusion of Sentiment Analysis into Altmetric data is an important step in helping users get real insight from Altmetric data,” said Amye Kenall, Chief Product Officer at Digital Science.
By turning raw social media data into actionable insights, Altmetric’s AI tool helps researchers maximize the visibility and impact of their work. It enables medical affairs professionals, scholarly publishers, and R&D specialists to explore the “how and why” behind their research’s reception, fostering more effective communication strategies and stronger engagement with stakeholders.
Altmetric’s AI-powered sentiment analysis marks a significant advancement in research impact assessment, offering tools to navigate the complexities of public perception. Available now in Altmetric Explorer, it empowers research teams to drive meaningful engagement and optimize their work’s influence in the digital age.
Altmetric is a leading provider of alternative research metrics, helping everyone involved in research gauge the impact of their work. We serve diverse markets including universities, institutions, government, publishers, corporations, and those who fund research. Our powerful technology searches thousands of online sources, revealing where research is being shared and discussed. Teams can use our powerful Altmetric Explorer application to interrogate the data themselves, embed our dynamic ‘badges’ into their webpages, or get expert insights from Altmetric’s consultants. Altmetric is part of the Digital Science group, dedicated to making the research experience simpler and more productive by applying pioneering technology solutions. Find out more at altmetric.com and follow @altmetric on X and @altmetric.com on Bluesky.
Digital Science is an AI-focused technology company providing innovative solutions to complex challenges faced by researchers, universities, funders, industry and publishers. We work in partnership to advance global research for the benefit of society. Through our brands – Altmetric, Dimensions, Figshare, IFI CLAIMS Patent Services, metaphacts, OntoChem, Overleaf, ReadCube, Symplectic, and Writefull – we believe when we solve problems together, we drive progress for all. Visit digital-science.com and follow Digital Science on Bluesky, on X or on LinkedIn.
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