The idea of Saturday citations being instantly swallowed by a black hole sounds like something out of a science fiction novel. However, a recent study suggests that citations submitted on Saturdays may not receive the same level of visibility as those submitted on other days of the week. Could this mean that our valuable research is getting lost in the void? And if so, what impact does this have on the scientific community? As researchers, it’s important to question the systems in place for sharing and recognizing our work, and to advocate for equal visibility and recognition for all contributions. It’s time to shine a light on the potential black hole of Saturday citations.

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source: Phys.org