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Scopus

Learn how to confidently leverage Scopus to evaluate research. Participate in self-paced, online introductory Scopus training designed for researchers and students. Access the Scopus Academy landing page here.

Scopus is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, trusted abstract and citation database. Quickly find relevant and authoritative research, identify experts and gain access to reliable data, metrics and analytical tools. Be confident in advancing research, educational goals, and research direction and priorities — all from one database.

 

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What you will learn

  • Quickly find relevant and authoritative research and stay up to date in your field of study
  • Identify and assess reviewers, potential collaborators or experts across disciplines
  • Use and interpret the most relevant metrics to help you evaluate content and advance your career
4 modules
15 m
Scopus

How to find relevant and authoritative research

Researching is an ongoing task that requires extensive knowledge.
15 m
Scopus

How to locate key publications

In this module, we look at how you can expand a Scopus search as well as analyze the search results to identify trends in your research area.
15 m
Scopus

How to identify suitable journals for submission

When it comes to finding the right journal – there is a lot to consider. In this course, we will be looking at how journal metrics can help you identify suitable journals for submission.
15 m
Scopus

How to identify experts & potential collaborators in a topical area

Collaborations in research come in many forms, including co-authorship, research network building, joint research, and research partnerships.