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Welcome

Welcome to the Web of Science Guide! This guide is intended for any users of Web of Science. This includes students, faculty, or staff in the OSU community or beyond.

The content includes both basic and advanced information, so you can choose the level that is most appropriate for you.

Web of Science (All Databases search) This link opens in a new window
Web of Science (formerly Web of Knowledge) is a cross-searchable interface for numerous Thompson Reuters databases including: Web of Science Core Collection, BIOSIS Citation Index, BIOSIS Previews, Derwent Innovations Index, and Journal Citation Reports.

Learning Objectives

After viewing this guide, users will understand:

What Web of Science is and how to distinguish the platform from its databases
The basics of how Web of Science is structured and how it functions when you put in search terms
How to run a search, whether it be a quick/basic search, or a more complex/advanced search
How to view your Search History
How to create an account
How to save your search results and export your citations.

Web of Science Training Materials

Web of Science's parent company, Clarivate, offers a wealth of training information, including written guides, live webinars, and recorded trainings for many levels of users. You can find current information about their offerings below.

Web of Science Platform Training Resources

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