Introduction to Publish or Perish

Publish or Perish (POP) is a software tool for researchers, academics, and students who want to analyze citations and evaluate the productivity and impact of an author or scientific publication. Using data from academic search engines such as Google Scholar, POP can collect information such as citation counts, the h-index, the g-index, and other bibliometric indicators.

This tool is particularly useful in contexts where paid databases such as Scopus or Web of Science are not available. It helps broaden access to bibliometric analysis that can support academic development.

Installing Publish or Perish

Downloading the Software

You can download Publish or Perish from its official website:

Official Publish or Perish website

On Windows

  1. Download the installation file (.exe) from the official website.
  2. Click the downloaded file to start the installation.
  3. Follow the steps in the installation wizard.
  4. Once installation is complete, launch the software from the Start menu or the desktop shortcut.

On macOS

  1. Download the macOS version from the official website.
  2. Open the downloaded .dmg file and drag the application into the Applications folder.
  3. Grant any necessary permissions when launching it for the first time.

On Linux

There is no official native version for Linux, but you may be able to use it through Wine:

  1. Install Wine on your system.
  2. Download the Windows version of POP (.exe).
  3. Run the installer with Wine to use the software on Linux.

Main Features of Publish or Perish

  • Publication search: analyze publications by an author or on a specific topic.
  • Citation analysis: calculate total citation counts and metrics such as the h-index.
  • Bibliometric indicators: view a range of indicators useful for academic evaluation.
  • Data export: export results for deeper analysis or report preparation.

Why Use Publish or Perish?

  • Free access: POP is a free tool, which is especially helpful where academic resources are limited.
  • Ease of use: its interface is approachable and relatively easy to learn.
  • Independence: it does not require a subscription to paid databases.