In Catalysis, the development of new catalysts or catalytic processes often relies on iterative experimentation and refinement of existing theories. Self citations allow researchers to:
Reference foundational work that laid the groundwork for their current research. Show the progression of their scientific ideas and methodologies. Provide context and justification for the evolution of their hypotheses.
This is especially relevant in Catalysis, where understanding the mechanism of a catalytic reaction often requires comprehensive background knowledge.
