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Comparing Bibliometric Analysis Using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science Databases
Published on: October 24, 2019
Scopus database: a review
1University of South Alabama Biomedical Library, 316 BLB, Mobile, AL 36688, USA. jburnham@jaguar1.usouthal.edu
Biomedical Digital Libraries
|March 9, 2006
Summary
Scopus and Web of Science are valuable databases for scientific research and collection development. They offer complementary features, and the best choice depends on specific institutional needs.
Area of Science:
- Bibliometrics
- Information Science
- Database Comparison
Background:
- The Scopus database offers access to scientific, technical, and medical (STM) journal articles and their references.
- It enables both forward and backward citation searching.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the key features of the Scopus database.
- To compare Scopus with the Web of Science database for research and collection development.
Main Methods:
- Comparative analysis of Scopus and Web of Science functionalities.
- Review of database scope and search capabilities.
Main Results:
- Both Scopus and Web of Science are essential tools but are not exhaustive.
- The databases are complementary, offering distinct advantages.
- Neither database is fully inclusive of all scientific literature.
Conclusions:
- The choice between Scopus and Web of Science should be based on institutional requirements and needs.
- Libraries may consider subscribing to both for comprehensive coverage.
- Complementary use of databases enhances research and collection development strategies.
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