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Celebrating 20 Years of Discovery with Scopus: A Journey of Innovation and Excellence

on Thu, 10/31/2024 - 18:53

November 3, 2024, marks 20 years since Scopus was released to market.  We are proud to commemorate this significant milestone as Scopus marks its 20th anniversary of empowering researchers, scholars, and institutions worldwide.

Over the past two decades, Scopus has been at the forefront of driving research excellence, facilitating discoveries, and fostering collaboration across diverse academic fields.

The Evolution of Scopus: Since its inception in 2004, Scopus has revolutionized the landscape of academic research by providing comprehensive access to scholarly literature, citation data, and advanced analytics tools. With a user-centric approach and a commitment to quality and reliability, Scopus has become the go-to platform for researchers seeking to explore new frontiers of knowledge and make impactful contributions to their respective fields.

Key Highlights of Scopus' 20-Year Journey:

  • Global Reach: Serving a vast community of researchers, institutions, and libraries in over 170 countries.
  • Extensive Content Coverage: Curating a vast collection of peer-reviewed journals, conference papers, and patents to support diverse research endeavors.
  • Advanced Analytics: Offering powerful tools for citation analysis, author profiling, and trend identification to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
  • Collaboration Opportunities: Facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge sharing through networking features and research metrics.
  • Continuous Innovation: Embracing technological advancements and user feedback to enhance the platform's functionality and user experience.

Looking Ahead: As Scopus embarks on its next chapter, we remain committed to advancing research excellence and supporting the global academic community in achieving new milestones of discovery and innovation. With a legacy of 20 years of dedication to empowering researchers, Scopus continues to be a trusted partner in the pursuit of knowledge and the advancement of science.

As we celebrate, the Scopus team wants to thank everyone in the research community who supported us during this journey.  Join us in celebrating 20 years of discovery with Scopus and explore the limitless possibilities that lie ahead in the world of research and scholarly communication. Here's to two decades of excellence, collaboration, and groundbreaking discoveries – and to many more years of shaping the future of research together. Cheers to Scopus and the transformative impact it has had on the research community worldwide!

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Release Date: 
November 3 2024

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