Often Cited Papers By Dr. Robert K. Merton 

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."The Matthew Effect in Science: The reward and communication systems of 
   science are considered" Science, 159(3810):56-63, January 5, 1968.

."The Matthew Effect in Science, II: Cumulative advantage and the symbolism 
   of intellectual property" ISIS, 79: 606-623, 1988.

."The Thomas Theorem and The Matthew Effect" Social Forces, 
   74(2) 379-424, December 1995.

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