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What is Web of Science?

Web of Science is a multidisciplinary research database. Learn how to use it for literature searches, citation analysis and impact assessment.

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What is Web of Science?

Web of Science (WoS) is a premier academic database that indexes high-quality, peer-reviewed research across multiple disciplines. It provides tools for citation tracking, trend analysis, and journal impact evaluation.

Key Features

  • Access to thousands of journals across science, social sciences, and humanities.
  • Powerful citation network tracking to identify influential research.
  • Journal Impact Factor data via the Journal Citation Reports (JCR).

Benefits of Using Web of Science

  • Ensures access to rigorously vetted academic content.
  • Helps researchers measure influence and citation performance.
  • Supports bibliometric and trend analyses for research planning.

How to Use Web of Science Effectively

  • Use advanced filters to refine by field, author, or institution.
  • Explore citation maps to track topic evolution.
  • Export references to reference managers for efficiency.

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