Scopus conference paper search operators

With over 87 million records in Scopus, pinpointing relevant conference papers demands more than basic keyword searches. Researchers who master Scopus’s search operators can filter noise, target high-impact studies, and accelerate breakthroughs. This guide reveals the essential operators and strategies to optimize your Scopus conference paper searches, while highlighting how platforms like Academic.net empower scholars to align their work with indexed conferences.

Core Scopus Search Operators for Conference Papers

Scopus’s advanced search syntax allows granular control over queries. Combine these operators to refine results:

1. Boolean Logic

   • AND: Narrow results by intersecting terms.
     Example: ("AI" OR "artificial intelligence") AND conference
   • NOT: Exclude irrelevant terms.
     Example: TITLE(): Focus on titles.
     Example: AUTH(): Find papers by specific authors.
     Example: AFFIL(): Filter by institutional affiliations.
     Example: DOI(): Locate papers via Digital Object Identifiers.
     Example: "climate change" W/3 "policy"
   • PRE/n: Ensure terms appear in order.
     Example: * (asterisk): Replace multiple characters.
     Example: ? (question mark): Replace a single character.
     Example: PUBYEAR: Limit to specific years.
     Example: DOCTYPE(): Filter by document type.
     Example: SOURCE() operator to target papers from top-tier events:
     Example: REF() to find papers citing key studies:
     Example: TITLE("5G networks") AND AUTH("Lee, K.") AND PUBYEAR > 2021 AND (DOCTYPE(con) OR DOCTYPE(cp))

Why Academic.net Enhances Your Scopus Strategy

While mastering search operators sharpens discovery, publishing in Scopus-indexed conferences requires strategic planning. Academic.net bridges this gap by offering:

• Conference Matching: Identify Scopus-indexed events aligned with your research via AI-driven recommendations.
• Submission Readiness: Access templates and checklists to meet Scopus’s technical requirements.
• Ethical Compliance: Ensure adherence to publication ethics, a critical factor in Scopus indexing.

Next Steps for Researchers

1. Test Your Queries: Use Scopus’s “Search History” tool to refine operator combinations.
2. Save Alerts: Set up email notifications for new conference papers matching your criteria.
3. Leverage Academic.net: Submit your work to vetted Scopus-indexed conferences at Academic.net.