Review:
Scopus Author Ids
overall review score: 4.2
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score is between 0 and 5
Scopus Author IDs are unique identifiers assigned to individual researchers within the Scopus bibliographic database. They help distinguish and aggregate the scholarly works, citations, and research profiles of authors, especially those with common names or multiple name variants, thereby enhancing the accuracy of bibliometric analysis and researcher attribution.
Key Features
- Unique identifier for each author in the Scopus database
- Facilitates accurate attribution of publications and citations
- Enables comprehensive profile creation including publication history and metrics
- Assists in disambiguating authors with similar or identical names
- Integrated with Scopus's advanced search and analytics tools
- Supports research assessment, collaboration tracking, and impact measurement
Pros
- Improves accuracy in author identification and attribution
- Streamlines research profile management
- Enhances the reliability of bibliometric analyses
- Helps distinguish prolific authors from others with similar names
Cons
- Not all authors may have a Scopus Author ID, especially early-career researchers
- In some cases, duplicate or conflicting IDs can occur due to name variations or data mismatches
- Requires integration with external systems for full benefit, which might involve access barriers