Evaluation methods of individual technology maturity based on SCI-covered papers and patent data / 中华医学图书情报杂志

Objective To establish the evaluation methods of individual technology maturity based on SCI-covered papers and patent data using Gartner's Hype Cycle.Methods The SCI-covered papers and patent data were ana-lyzed by nonlinear regression analysis in combination with traditional X-radiography and photo-acoustic tomo-graphy, and represented as the bell-shaped curve and S-shaped curve for judging the technology maturity.Results The individual technology maturity was consistent with the qualitative review of experts.Conclusion The individual technology described in SCI-covered papers and patent data can be used in primary evaluation of its maturity.