Elsevier SciVal
Visualize research performance, benchmark relative to peers, develop collaborative partnerships and analyze research trends.
Overview
SciVal offers quick, easy access to the research performance of any entity from author to research institution to country. It enables you to visualize research performance, benchmark relative to peers, develop collaborative partnerships and analyze research trends. SciVal is built on the Scopus dataset, providing comprehensive and authoritative data. It helps institutions tailor their research strategy, track progress, and demonstrate societal, political, and technological impact.
✨ Key Features
- Research performance visualization
- Benchmarking against peers
- Collaboration analysis
- Trend analysis
- UN SDG research benchmarking
- Transparent ranking bibliometrics
- Portfolio analysis with Topics and Topic Clusters
- Impact analysis (policy and patent citations)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Built on the comprehensive Scopus dataset
- Advanced benchmarking and visualization tools
- Focus on research performance and strategic insights
Unique Value: Provides comprehensive, data-driven insights into research performance to inform strategic decisions and showcase institutional impact.
🎯 Use Cases (6)
✅ Best For
- VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland used SciVal to identify research strengths and focus areas.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Managing individual researcher's reference libraries (better suited for tools like Mendeley or Zotero)
- Direct grant application and submission
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more granular and institution-focused analysis of research performance compared to general academic search engines.
💻 Platforms
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: NA
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