Analysis of Open Science Practices and Citation Impact

This research article investigates the correlation between Open Science practices—such as sharing research data, code, and preprints—and citation rates. By analyzing a dataset of approximately 122,000 publications, the study reveals that early release of preprints correlates with a 20.2% increase in citations, while data sharing shows a 4.3% advantage. The findings highlight the varying adoption of Open Science practices across disciplines and their implications for researchers and policymakers.