Review:
Microsoft Bing Academic (discontinued)
overall review score: 2.5
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Microsoft Bing Academic was an online academic search engine launched by Microsoft to provide a comprehensive platform for discovering scholarly articles, research papers, and academic publications. It aimed to assist researchers, students, and academics in accessing relevant scientific and scholarly content across various disciplines. The service was integrated with Microsoft’s ecosystem and aimed to foster academic collaboration and information dissemination. However, it was discontinued in 2018 as Microsoft shifted focus towards other products and integration strategies.
Key Features
- Search engine for scholarly articles and research papers
- Integration with Microsoft ecosystem
- Faceted search capabilities (by author, publication, institution, etc.)
- Citation tracking and analysis
- Academic profiles and researcher metrics
- Access to full-text articles where available
Pros
- Provided a dedicated platform tailored for academic research
- Integrated with other Microsoft services for streamlined experience
- Facilitated discovery of scholarly content across disciplines
Cons
- Discontinued in 2018, making it inaccessible for ongoing use
- Limited coverage compared to more established platforms like Google Scholar or PubMed
- Less user-friendly interface after updates prior to discontinuation
- Lack of extensive citation or download metrics post-deactivation