NUST Library is committed to enhancing the research experience for our academic community. The Library provides tools, trainings and services to support students, staff and researchers manage research outputs. Our Research Support Services are designed to assist researchers at every stage of their academic journey.
Researcher Profiling
We offer researcher profiling services to help you establish a strong academic identity. Our team can assist you in creating and maintaining profiles on platforms such as:
ORCID: Ensure your work is accurately attributed to you and improve discoverability.
Research Gate: Connect with peers and share your publications.
Google Scholar: Set up your profile to track citations and enhance your visibility.
Bibliometrics
Understanding the impact of your research is crucial. Our bibliometric services include:
Citation Analysis: We provide insights into how often your work is cited and its influence in your field.
Journal Metrics: Learn about journal impact factors and rankings to help you choose the right publication venues.
Altmetrics: Explore alternative metrics that measure the online impact of your research through social media and other platforms.
Information Literacy Training
We offer comprehensive information literacy training sessions designed to equip students and researchers with essential skills, including:
Effective Research Strategies: Learn how to efficiently locate and evaluate academic resources from Journals, databases and e-books that NUST Library subscribes.
Understanding Research Ethics: Gain insights into plagiarism, copyright, and ethical considerations in research.
Reference Management Tools
Managing references is crucial for any research project. We provide guidance on using various reference management tools, including:
Zotero: A free, user-friendly tool that helps you collect, organize, cite, and share your research sources.