Tag: search strategy
Database search: how to use search terms?
Each database has its own specific method to make the contents of that database accessible and consultable. Most databases use "Basic search" and "Advanced search". Via "Basic search" you can filter the search results after performing a search. "Advanced search" allows you to choose more specific search criteria before performing ... Read more
Embase: comparison with PubMed and tips & tricks for searching
Embase is regarded as the European equivalent of PubMed/MEDLINE. When using the Embase search engine, you automatically browse not only the Embase database but also articles in PubMed/MEDLINE that have already been assigned MeSH terms. Search operators Embase can be searched using free text and/or with Emtree terms, the keywords ... Read more
GISMO: Research Explorer
GISMO is the Ghent University research information system. This system supports two aims: (1) database of all research related information (researchers with their career details and expertise, projects, publications and other types of output, research activities, equipment etc.) and (2) support/streamlining research related workflows (application and management of research proposals, ... Read more
Resources: helpful tools to find literature
These tools will help you find literature on the topic of your choice. lib.ugent.be You can find over 4.000.000 references for books, serials, images, theses, and databases in the library catalogue of Ghent University. Many of these can be consulted online, from the comfort of your home.If you cannot ... Read more
Resources: search and find information
Do you need to write a text or do you need to find information and you are looking for the right resources? Step-by-step plan Step 1: define your subject Narrow down your subject on the basis of literature on the subject. Explore the subject. You can read a paper of ... Read more
Search: Boolean operators
The 3 most important Boolean operators that can be used to search on the internet are AND, OR and NOT. These operators are used as conjunctions to combine or exclude search terms in a search, resulting in more focused and productive results. The use of these operators can significantly ... Read more
Systematic review: tips & tricks and tools
How do I formulate my research question and how do I formulate selection criteria? Formulate a research question in which, if possible, all aspects of your topic are named. The PICO model is a tool for setting up a clinical research question. In this model the patient category (Population/Patient), ... Read more
VIDEO Google Scholar: introduction
Google Scholar is Google's sibling, but for academic sources. The video below is an excerpt from a tutorial and shows you how you can use the basic features of Google Scholar, such as: When should I use Google Scholar? How do I access Google Scholar? How can I get to ... Read more
VIDEO Scopus: introduction
Scopus is an interdisciplinary bibliographical database. The video below is an excerpt from a tutorial and explains some of the basic features, such as: How do I access Scopus? How do I use the basic search feature in Scopus? How do I sort and filter my search results? How do ... Read more
VIDEO Web of Science (WoS): introduction
Web of Science (WoS) is a portal of several scholarly databases. The video below is an excerpt from a tutorial and walks you through some of the basic features, such as: How do I access Web of Science? How do I search for A1-publications only? How do I use basic ... Read more