Since the publication of this article in 1995, it has served as a foundational reference for researchers in the field, having been cited over 1,100 times.
Alates Donaldsoni ja Prestoni artikli avalikustamisest aastal 1995 on seda peetud põhjapanevaks viiteks teadlastele antud valdkonnas, olles tsiteeritud rohkem kui 1100 korda.