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While Google Scholar is a great starting point, researchers should complement it with other databases like PubMed, Embase, Medline (EBSCO/Ovid) or CINAHL for comprehensive literature reviews. Work with the medical librarians for a search strategy that is specific to your topic!

Google Scholar is a powerful tool for researchers, offering access to a wide range of academic papers, theses, books, and conference proceedings. It helps streamline the research process by providing quick access to scholarly literature across various disciplines. However, researchers should be aware that not all sources are peer-reviewed or freely accessible—some articles may require institutional access or payment. Searching help for Google Scholar.

To maximize its effectiveness, researchers should:

• Use advanced search filters to refine results by publication date, author, or specific journals.
• Verify credibility by checking whether an article is peer-reviewed or published in a reputable journal.
• Set up alerts to stay updated on new publications relevant to their field.
• Link their institutional access to unlock full-text articles if available.
• Review citations carefully to ensure they are accurate and relevant to their work.