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Discover Scopus: Essential Tips and Tricks for Postgraduate Students and Researchers

Discover Scopus: Essential Tips and Tricks for Postgraduate Students and Researchers In-Person

This introductory workshop will cover the basics of Scopus, including essential search skills and data visualization techniques. For those who want to dive deeper, we'll also be providing a hands-on workshop where you can explore Scopus's features in a practical setting. Led by Michaela Klosterkamp and Vishal Gupta, both consultants for research solutions at Elsevier, this workshop provides practical and actionable insights that will help you get the most out of Scopus.

Part I: 2.30-3.30pm
For the first part, we're offering a demonstration where we will cover the basics and show you how this powerful research tool can transform the way you work. 
Here we'll provide an overview of Scopus and why it's an essential tool for any researcher. You'll also learn essential search skills, including proximity search and data visualization techniques. We'll cover managing your results, including how to personalize Scopus, export data and access full-text content. Finally, we'll explore how Scopus supports SDGs, PlumX metrics, and topics, providing a comprehensive solution for all your research needs. Join us for this 60-minute session and discover the power of Scopus for yourself!

Part II: 3.45-4.30pm
For those who want to stay, we'll be providing a hands-on workshop where you can dive deeper into Scopus and explore its features in a practical setting. Please remember to bring your laptop! 
We also invite you to submit your suggestions for topics you'd like us to cover by April 16th. This will allow us to customize the workshop to address your specific interests and research needs.

Who is this workshop for?  
This workshop is tailored to meet the needs of research students, researchers and academics, at beginner and intermediate levels who want to learn how to use Scopus effectively for their research projects. Whether you're just starting your research journey or looking to improve your literature review, this workshop provides practical and actionable insights that will help you get the most out of Scopus.

Date:
Monday, April 24, 2023
Time:
14:30 - 16:30
Time Zone:
UK, Ireland, Lisbon Time (change)
Location:
Student Skills Centre room 1 (Map )
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