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Comparing Bibliometric Analysis Using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science Databases
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Comparing Bibliometric Analysis Using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science Databases
Saif Aldeen S AlRyalat1, Lna W Malkawi2, Shaher M Momani3
1Department of Ophthalmology, University of Jordan; saifryalat@yahoo.com.
Journal of Visualized Experiments : Jove
|November 12, 2019
Summary
This study compares PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science for bibliometric analysis of Jordanian publications (2013-2017). Scopus and Web of Science yielded more results than PubMed due to broader coverage.
Area of Science:
- Bibliometric analysis
- Information science
- Scientific research evaluation
Background:
- Literature databases like PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science offer distinct coverage and tools.
- PubMed primarily covers life sciences and biomedicine, while Scopus and Web of Science are multidisciplinary.
- Understanding these differences is crucial for effective literature searching and bibliometric studies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To detail a protocol for searching Jordanian publications (2013-2017) across PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science.
- To compare the coverage and output of these databases for bibliometric analysis.
- To highlight the unique features and analytical tools of each database.
Main Methods:
- A standardized search protocol was applied to PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science.
- Publication data from Jordanian authors between 2013 and 2017 was retrieved.
- Comparative analysis of search results and database features was conducted.
Main Results:
- Scopus (11,444 documents) and Web of Science (10,943 documents) provided higher document counts than PubMed (4,363 documents) for the specified search.
- Trends in publication numbers, leading disciplines, international collaborations, and open access publications were identified.
- PubMed offers Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) for keyword optimization, while Scopus and Web of Science provide advanced search analysis tools.
Conclusions:
- The choice of database significantly impacts bibliometric analysis outcomes.
- Scopus and Web of Science are more suitable for broad, multidisciplinary bibliometric studies, whereas PubMed is specialized for biomedical research.
- The study provides a foundational protocol for utilizing these databases for comprehensive bibliometric analysis.
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