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A framework for the evaluation of chemical structure databases.

F Cooke1, H Schofield

  • 1GlaxoSmithKline, 709 Swedeland Road, P.O. Box 1539, King of Prussia, PA 19406-0939, USA.

Journal of Chemical Information and Computer Sciences
|October 18, 2001
PubMed
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A new semiquantitative method helps research organizations evaluate chemical databases. This approach aids in making informed database purchasing decisions by assessing value based on specific needs and costs.

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Area of Science:

  • Chemistry
  • Information Science
  • Database Management

Background:

  • Research chemists' information seeking habits have evolved with desktop access to structure and reaction databases.
  • Tools like SciFinder, Beilstein CrossFire, and ISIS Reaction Browser have significantly impacted chemical research workflows.
  • Database purchasing decisions require a systematic evaluation of available information resources.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a semiquantitative assessment method for evaluating chemical structure and reaction databases.
  • To provide a framework for organizations to determine the relative value of different database systems.
  • To aid in making informed decisions regarding investments in scientific databases.

Main Methods:

  • Identification of key assessment criteria for structure and reaction databases.

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  • Weighting of criteria based on an organization's specific information needs.
  • Assignment of values to each criterion for different data sources.
  • Application of a formula considering cost and incremental benefit for relative value indication.

    • Main Results:

    • A generic approach for evaluating scientific databases, applicable beyond structure and reaction data.
    • A method that quantifies the relative value of database systems.
    • Consideration of both direct costs and the added benefit of new systems within existing collections.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed semiquantitative assessment offers a structured approach to database evaluation.
    • This method supports strategic purchasing decisions for scientific information resources.
    • The generic framework can be adapted for evaluating various types of scientific databases.