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In the past, we often found that search FAQs at various databases do not reliably display search functionality. We encourage researchers, especially those doing systematic searches, to be aware of search functionality limitations to avoid database biases.
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Which academic search systems are suitable for systematic reviews or meta‐analyses? Evaluating retrieval qualities of Google Scholar, PubMed, and 26 other resources
Rigorous evidence identification is essential for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (evidence syntheses) because the sample selection of relevant studies determines a review's outcome, validity, a...
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May 10, 2025 at 10:50 PM
In the past, we often found that search FAQs at various databases do not reliably display search functionality. We encourage researchers, especially those doing systematic searches, to be aware of search functionality limitations to avoid database biases.
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/jr…
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/jr…
While our data shows that @ResearchGate is second-best in forward citation coverage, their search and export capabilities are very limited. Details:Most people love it as a social media tool, and indeed it should be used that way rather than for search.
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ResearchGate - Search Smart - The best academic databases
We started ResearchGate in 2008 to address the problems we saw in the way science is created and shared. Our mission is to connect the world of science and make research open to all. The 20 million researchers in our community come from diverse sectors in over 190 countries, and use ResearchGate to connect, collaborate, and share their work.
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May 10, 2025 at 10:50 PM
While our data shows that @ResearchGate is second-best in forward citation coverage, their search and export capabilities are very limited. Details:Most people love it as a social media tool, and indeed it should be used that way rather than for search.
searchsmart.org/results/resear…
searchsmart.org/results/resear…
Overton covers formats from white papers to national guidelines, making it interesting for research impact assessment. It works well for systematic keyword searching and backward citation searching - also due to generous export options.
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Overton - Policy Documents - Search Smart - The best academic databases
Our flagship database allows users to discover more than 13 million policy documents and grey literature and their links to each other, to academic papers and to relevant people and topics. Coupled with Overton Engage – a platform to connect experts with decision makers – we’re the leading tool to understand and influence policy.
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May 10, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Overton covers formats from white papers to national guidelines, making it interesting for research impact assessment. It works well for systematic keyword searching and backward citation searching - also due to generous export options.
🔗 More details:
searchsmart.org/s/cf945c46-ea5…
🔗 More details:
searchsmart.org/s/cf945c46-ea5…
🧪📖 And there's more! We're thrilled to include @ACSPublications, the journal platform by the @AmerChemSociety. Check out its features and functionality here:Stay tuned for some exciting updates in the coming weeks! #searchsmart
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ACS Publications - Search Smart - The best academic databases
ACS Publications' commitment to publishing high-quality research continues to attract impactful publications from top authors around the globe. As the machinery of science continues to turn, ACS is committed to keeping pace. We continue to expand our offerings and improve our existing resources to help scientists accelerate their research and support their careers. A division of the American Chemical Society, ACS Publications supports researchers through journals, eBooks, scientific programs, and the news magazine Chemical & Engineering News.
www.searchsmart.org
May 10, 2025 at 10:49 PM
🧪📖 And there's more! We're thrilled to include @ACSPublications, the journal platform by the @AmerChemSociety. Check out its features and functionality here:Stay tuned for some exciting updates in the coming weeks! #searchsmart
searchsmart.org/s/d497b988-cb0…
searchsmart.org/s/d497b988-cb0…
Yet, there are still some caveats to @OpenAlex, particularly for systematic reviewers: it's still missing field codes, backward citations, and our tests show that Boolean searches aren't exact yet. We are excited to see how the system evolves over the next months.
May 10, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Yet, there are still some caveats to @OpenAlex, particularly for systematic reviewers: it's still missing field codes, backward citations, and our tests show that Boolean searches aren't exact yet. We are excited to see how the system evolves over the next months.
Additionally, we now also list @DSDimensions clinical trials resource. With this update, you can now compare 91 scholarly databases and 17 clinical trial databases.
May 10, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Additionally, we now also list @DSDimensions clinical trials resource. With this update, you can now compare 91 scholarly databases and 17 clinical trial databases.