Understanding Web of Science Networks

The video tutorial explains how to use Web of Science to explore article networks, focusing on backward and forward citation networks. It demonstrates finding articles related to wind energy's impact on wildlife habitats, particularly birds. The tutorial highlights how to analyze citation networks to discover relevant research and understand the impact of articles over time. By using Web of Science, researchers can efficiently locate and connect with a wide range of articles related to their interests.

What is the primary function of the Web of Science database?

• To connect researchers with funding opportunities

• To offer a platform for publishing new research

• To show both backward and forward article networks

• To provide access to full-text articles

What research topic was used as an example to find articles in Web of Science?

• The role of geothermal energy in agriculture

• The influence of nuclear energy on urban areas

• The effects of wind energy on wildlife habitats

• The impact of solar energy on marine life

What is the benefit of changing the default sort from date to relevance in Web of Science?

• To find the most recent articles

• To view articles from the most prestigious journals

• To locate the most relevant articles

• To access articles with the highest citation count

What does the backward network of an article represent?

• Articles that are cited by the current article

• Articles published in the same year

• Articles that cite the current article

• Articles written by the same author

What does the citation network panel in Web of Science display?

• The list of authors

• The publication date

• The full text of the article

• The backward and forward networks

How can researchers use the backward network of an article?

• To discover articles with similar titles

• To find articles that cite the current article

• To locate articles cited by the current article

• To identify articles published in the same journal

Why might a recently published article have a limited forward network?

• It has not been cited by many researchers yet

• It is written in a language other than English

• It is not relevant to current research

• It is not available in the Web of Science database

What is a characteristic of an article with an extensive forward network?

• It has been cited by many other researchers

• It is not related to any specific research field

• It is only available in print format

• It has been published very recently

How can Web of Science help in expanding research?

• By providing free access to all articles

• By showing backward and forward article networks

• By offering discounts on journal subscriptions

• By connecting researchers with industry experts

What can be inferred about an article published in 2005 with 299 citations?

• It is a recent publication

• It is not widely recognized

• It has an extensive forward network

• It has a limited forward network