On October 30, 2024, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, the University Research Center conducted the workshop “Maximizing Research Efficiency with Scopus” through MS Teams. The resource speaker, Ms. Daniella Louise L. Lagman, Head of the Product Marketing and Customer Success unit of CE-Logic, presented valuable insights into leveraging the Scopus database for enhanced research productivity.
The workshop delved into various aspects of utilizing Scopus effectively for research, focusing on the advantages of Scopus for citation tracking and analytics and research impact evaluation. It also covered the Scopus indexing criteria and process and its other features and benefits.
According to Ms. Lagman, Scopus is often compared with other research databases like Web of Science and Google Scholar. While each has its strengths, Scopus stands out due to comprehensive coverage as Scopus has a vast database, indexing over 25,231 titles from more than 5,000 publishers worldwide. This broad scope makes it a valuable tool for researchers across various disciplines. It also provides robust citation tracking and analysis tools, allowing researchers to trace the impact of their work and identify emerging trends in their fields.
Additionally, Scopus calculates various journal metrics, including the SCImago Journal Rank and CiteScore, which are widely used to assess journal quality and influence.
Ms. Lagman further discussed that funding agencies and academic institutions often rely on Scopus for research impact evaluation due to several reasons. First, Scopus is a highly regarded database maintained by Elsevier, a leading publisher in academic research. Second, it provides standardized metrics like the h-index and citations, enabling consistent comparisons of research output across individuals, institutions, and countries. Third, Scopus integrates with ORCID, allowing researchers to link their publications and manage their scholarly profiles seamlessly. Finally, it provides lists of journals indexed in its database, categorized by subject area. Researchers can download these lists to identify potential publication venues.
For publications aiming to be indexed in Scopus, the resource speaker explained the factors for consideration, which includes the journal website, publication frequency, content quality, and peer review. The indexing process can take several months after a journal submits its application.
After providing attendees with practical knowledge and strategies to enhance their research workflow using Scopus’s powerful tools and features, Ms. Lagman addressed the participant questions and concerns.
The workshop was attended by 49 participants.