Discussion Overview
The discussion centers around finding citations for a paper published in 1969, particularly in the context of geological research. Participants explore various resources and methods for locating citations, including online databases and traditional citation indexes.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Technical explanation
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- One participant inquires about websites for finding citations, noting difficulties with Google Scholar and Web of Science.
- Another participant asks for clarification on the field and journals where the paper might be cited.
- A suggestion is made to use the bound Science Citation Index as a potential resource for older papers.
- One participant expresses confidence in Google Scholar's ability to find citations, countering the initial claim of its ineffectiveness.
- Another participant shares access to articles from 1969 to the mid-1970s, specifically in physics, and offers to help if the paper falls within that scope.
- A later reply specifies that the paper is in geology/sedimentology and lists potential journals where citations might appear.
- Links to specific geological journals and resources are provided as potential avenues for finding the citations.
- Participants discuss the indexing status of the original paper, with one noting that searches yield limited results.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing views on the effectiveness of Google Scholar for finding older citations, with some supporting its utility while others question it. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best approach to locate the citations.
Contextual Notes
There are limitations regarding the indexing of older papers, and the effectiveness of various citation resources may depend on specific fields and journals.