This study examines how expert evaluations of research align with bibliometric indicators and public recognition, using data from the Science Media Center Germany.

Key findings:

• Investigates relationship between post-publication expert assessments and subsequent research impact
• Analyzes qualitative evaluations against quantitative metrics (bibliometric and altmetric indicators)
• Provides insights into how expert consensus relates to academic and public reception
• Offers valuable framework for understanding research evaluation in academic contexts

For Education stakeholders, this research matters because it illuminates how expert opinions influence research dissemination and reception in academic environments, potentially improving research evaluation methodologies.

On the Alignment of Post-Publication Reviews & Bibliometric and Altmetric Impact