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Comparing Bibliometric Analysis Using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science Databases

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Summary

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Scientific publishing is evolving with the World Wide Web, offering electronic journals with multimedia features. While offering advantages, electronic-only publications face accessibility limitations compared to print journals.

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Comparing Bibliometric Analysis Using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science Databases

Comparing Bibliometric Analysis Using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science Databases

Published on: October 24, 2019

Area of Science:

Digital Publishing
Medical Communications
Pediatric Cardiology

Background:

The relationship between scientific publishing and the World Wide Web is dynamic, influenced by advancing internet technology.
Many established medical journals now offer electronic versions alongside print formats.
Increasing manuscript submissions and financial constraints are driving shifts towards digital publication models.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the trend of scientific journals adopting electronic-only publication formats.
To highlight the advantages and limitations of electronic-only publishing, particularly in pediatric cardiology.
To discuss the integration of multimedia elements in digital scientific articles.

Main Methods:

Analysis of current trends in scientific journal publishing regarding online and electronic-only formats.
Discussion of the specific benefits of electronic presentation for pediatric cardiology articles, including multimedia integration.
Consideration of the limitations of electronic-only publications, such as accessibility and user experience.

Main Results:

Journals are increasingly publishing electronically due to technological advancements and resource pressures.
Electronic-only publications offer enhanced content delivery through multimedia elements like videos and animations.
Despite advantages, electronic formats face challenges in widespread accessibility and user convenience compared to print.

Conclusions:

The shift towards electronic-only scientific publishing presents both opportunities and challenges.
Multimedia integration in digital journals enhances the presentation of complex information, especially in specialized fields like pediatric cardiology.
Addressing accessibility and usability issues is crucial for the future adoption of electronic-only scientific publications.