A citation gap refers to the disparity in academic recognition between well-cited and under-cited works, often highlighting systemic biases in research. It is used by scholars to identify overlooked studies, marginalized topics, or emerging fields. Researchers, journal editors, and funding agencies benefit by promoting equity, diversifying sources, and improving the comprehensiveness of literature reviews.
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