The document discusses the importance of research visibility in academia and how tools like Scopus and Web of Science contribute to enhancing it through indexation. It highlights the roles and benefits of indexing in academic journals, such as increased visibility, academic recognition, and support for research funding. Additionally, it compares Scopus and Web of Science in terms of features, coverage, and citation metrics while addressing the significance of journal categories in impacting research visibility.

1. Unlocking Research
Visibility: Exploring
Scopus, Web of
Science, and
Journal Categories
Prof. NAIMA Khatir
Mecanical engineering
University centre of Naama
07/12/2023

2. I. Introduction
Importance of
research visibility
Explanation of the
role of indexation
in enhancing
research visibility

3. I. Introduction
• "In the competitive
landscape of
academia, the visibility
of your research is
crucial. It not only
reflects the impact of
your work but also
contributes to the
advancement of your
career."

4. I. Introduction
• "Our primary goal today is
to understand the tools and
strategies that can
significantly enhance your
research visibility. We'll
delve into the world of
Scopus, Web of Science, and
the critical role of journal
categories in this process."

5. Indexation
• In the context of academic
publishing, "indexation" refers
to the process of including a
journal in various indexing
and abstracting databases.
These databases are used to
catalog and make academic
research articles more
discoverable to researchers,
scholars, and the wider
academic community.
Indexation serves several
important purposes:

6. The role of the indexation
Increased Visibility: Being indexed in reputable databases increases the visibility
of a journal and its articles. This means that researchers can more easily find and
access the journal's content when conducting literature searches.
Academic Recognition: Indexation in well-established databases is often
considered a mark of quality and scholarly credibility. It can enhance the
reputation of the journal and the authors whose work is published in it.
Global Reach: Indexation in international databases allows a journal to reach a
global audience. Researchers from around the world can access and cite articles
from the journal.

7. The role of the indexation
Citation Tracking: Many indexing services provide citation tracking, which allows
researchers to see how often a particular article has been cited by other researchers.
This can help gauge the impact and influence of the research.
Research Funding and Evaluation: Indexation can play a role in research evaluation
and funding decisions. Some funding agencies and institutions may require that
research be published in indexed journals to be eligible for grants or promotions.
Facilitating Research: Researchers often rely on indexing databases to identify
relevant literature for their research projects. Indexation helps streamline the
research process by providing a centralized location to search for scholarly articles.

8. The role of the
indexation
• Some of the well-known indexing and
abstracting databases in the academic
world include:
• PubMed (for medical and life
sciences)
• Scopus
• Web of Science (formerly
known as ISI Web of Science)
• Google Scholar
• EMBASE (for biomedical
research)
• PsycINFO (for psychology)
• ERIC (for education)
• IEEE Xplore (for engineering and
technology)

9. II. Understanding
Scopus
• Overview of Scopus as a
comprehensive abstract and
citation database
• Key features and benefits for
researchers
• How Scopus indexes and
ranks scholarly content
• Demonstration of searching
for papers and journals in
Scopus

10. Scopus ?
• launched by Elsevier, a
leading academic
publishing company, in
November 2004, Scopus is
a bibliographic database
and abstracting service
that covers a wide range
of academic disciplines. It
is designed to provide
comprehensive and
interdisciplinary coverage
of scholarly literature,
including scientific
journals, conference
proceedings, and patents.

11. key features and benefits for researchers
Comprehensive Coverage:
• Scopus covers a wide
range of academic
disciplines, including
science, technology,
medicine, social
sciences, and arts and
humanities. This
comprehensive coverage
allows researchers to
access literature from
various fields.
Extensive Database:
• The database includes a
vast collection of
scholarly journals,
conference proceedings,
and patents. This
extensive content
enables researchers to
find relevant and up-to-
date information in their
respective fields.
Citation Analysis:
• Researchers can use
Scopus to analyze
citation data, which
helps assess the impact
and influence of their
own work or the work of
others. This feature is
valuable for
understanding the
scholarly impact of
publications.

12. key features and benefits for researchers
Author Profiling:
Scopus provides tools for creating
author profiles, allowing researchers
to showcase their scholarly
contributions and track the
publications and citations associated
with their name. This can be useful
for academic networking and
collaboration.
Affiliation Search:
Users can search for publications
affiliated with specific institutions,
making it easier to identify research
output from a particular university
or research organization.
Journal Metrics:
Scopus offers metrics for journals,
such as the CiteScore, which
provides a measure of the average
citations a journal receives over a
certain period. This helps
researchers choose reputable and
influential journals for publishing
their work.

13. III. Web of
Science: A Deep
Dive
• Introduction to Web of Science
as a multidisciplinary citation
database
• Comparison with Scopus in
terms of coverage and features
• Highlighting the citation
indexing process
• Live demonstration of using
Web of Science to explore
research literature

14. Web of Science •
Web of Science is a
comprehensive research
database and citation indexing
service provided by Clarivate
Analytics. It is widely used by
researchers, academics, and
institutions to access scholarly
literature, track citation metrics,
and perform bibliometric
analysis. Web of Science covers
a broad range of disciplines,
including science, social
sciences, arts and humanities,
and more.

15. Key features and benefits for researchers
In addition to the features that Scopus provides, WOS has
other unique features such as:
• Journal Impact Factor:
Web of Science provides the Journal Citation Reports
(JCR), which includes the Journal Impact Factor (JIF) for
thousands of scholarly journals. The JIF is a widely used
metric that measures the average number of citations
received by articles published in a journal over a specific
period.
• ResearcherID:
ResearcherID is a unique identifier associated with Web of
Science profiles, allowing researchers to distinguish
themselves and ensure proper attribution of their work.

16. Scopus and web of
Science:
Deffirences
•
Web of Science and Scopus are both comprehensive
bibliographic databases widely used in the academic and
research communities, but they have some differences in
terms of coverage, features, and indexing methods. Here
are key distinctions between Web of Science and Scopus:
1. Publisher and Provider:
Web of Science is provided by Clarivate Analytics, while
Scopus is provided by Elsevier. Different publishers
contribute to the content of each database, leading to
variations in the journals and sources covered.
2. Content Coverage:
Web of Science traditionally has a strong presence in
the natural sciences, engineering, and arts and
humanities. It is known for its coverage of high-impact
journals. Scopus, on the other hand, has a broader
scope and covers a wider range of disciplines, including
a strong representation in the social sciences.
3. Citation Indexing:
Both databases offer citation indexing, allowing
researchers to track citations and assess the impact of
scholarly publications. However, they may use different
algorithms and methods for citation analysis.

17. Scopus and web
of Science:
Deffirences
4. Citation Metrics:
Web of Science provides the Journal Impact
Factor (JIF) through the Journal Citation Reports
(JCR), while Scopus offers metrics such as the
SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) and Source
Normalized Impact per Paper (SNIP). These
metrics have different calculation
methodologies.
5. Conference Proceedings:
Scopus is known for its extensive coverage of
conference proceedings, making it a valuable
resource for researchers interested in
conference-related literature. Web of Science
also includes conference proceedings but may
not have as extensive coverage in this area.
6. Coverage of Open Access Journals:
Scopus includes a significant number of open
access journals, reflecting the growing
importance of open access publishing. Web of
Science also covers open access content but may
have differences in the extent of coverage
compared to Scopus.

18. The IV. The
Significance of Journal
Categories of Journal
Categories
• Explanation of the importance of
journal categorization
• Overview of major journal
categories and disciplines
• How categorization impacts
research visibility and audience
reach