Bibliometric Information Retrieval System (BIRS): A Web Search Interface Utilizing Bibliometric Research Results

摘要

The aim of this article is to test whether the results obtained form a specific bibliographic research can be applied to a real search environment and enhance the level of utility of an information retrieval session for all levels of end users. In this respect, a Web-based Biblio- metric Information Retrieval System (BIRS) has been designed and created, with facilities to assist the end users to get better understanding of their search do- main, formulate and expand their search queries, and visualize the bibliographic research results.