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Literature Search Services for Scientific Research
For scholars working on a research literature project, a comprehensive scientific literature search forms the foundation of their work. Identifying and studying previously published research literature helps authors get a deeper understanding of the subject and makes their study more effective.
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Get an expert to efficiently search and compile the literature you need to support your research Customize the scope as per your requirement and budget. Get a literature search expert to find the latest research, prepare evidence-based answers, do a systematic literature review in thesis, compile a list of relevant papers and summarize findings.
How our Scientific Literature Search Services work
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Literature Search Services offered by Editage will help you
Save time sifting through multiple databases for recent and relevant literature Get a list of key published articles curated by an expert ensuring that you position your study more effectively Identify possible gaps in previous research enabling you to provide a precise theoretical framework Develop a strong understanding of your subject by giving you access to a large repository of screened literature Assess the significance of your research and refine the scope of study before you embark on your writing journey
What you get with Editage’s scientific literature search service
A screened list of 50 published articles from validated databases
Best-suited subject area experts to help identify most relevant literature for your study
Expert views regarding the novelty of your research from published authors with advanced degrees
Supporting rationale by experts on how the curated literature will strengthen your research
Choose from 10000+ scientific literature search experts
PhDs across 1000+ specialized disciplines that can help you with secondary research, competitive analysis, or to research a specific product.
Kiranam Chatti
PhD, Pharmacology and Toxicology University of MississippiBiotechnology, Academic Writing Michael Chen
PhD, Psychology Stanford UniversityNeurology, Academic Writing Helen Mitchell
PhD, Food Science & Technology University of ReadingFood Science & Tech, Nutrition Science Lisa Skipper
PhD, Molecular Genetics University College LondonGenetics & Genomics, Neurology
Our Technology does a real-time search to not just find you any expert, but the most suited ones for your subject of study. We will shortlist and invite the most relevant and suitable experts for the project. We are typically able to put you in touch with freelancers within 48 hours.
20+ Years of academic publishing experience
Publication experts at Editage have partnered with 800,000+ researchers over two decades and have a strong grasp of researcher needs at every step of their publishing journey, including scientific literature search, which sets the stage for ground-breaking research.Choose from 10,000+ literature search experts
Editage gives you access to a pool of 10,000 of the finest experts across 2,000 disciplines. You can choose experts based on your service requirements, your field of study, and the level of qualification you’re looking for.Leave the search to our publication experts
As a busy researcher, finding the right expert for your literature search can be tedious. With Editage’s Literature Search Services, not only will specialized freelancers help you develop an effective literature search, but our academic experts will also assist you in shortlisting the most suitable and relevant freelancers for your project.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Kolabtree?
Kolabtree.com is an online marketplace that provides a means for Businesses & Academics from around the globe to hire freelancers for Short or Medium term projects. Individuals or businesses in need of Ph.D. qualified experts for short or medium-term projects can post those projects and allow freelancers to submit bids for successful collaboration on those projects. - 02
How much does it cost to hire a freelancer?
The cost depends on the experts’ individual hourly rates, most of the experts on our platform have an hourly rate set up and clear on their profile. However, budgets and fees can be negotiated via private messages with the individual experts, once they have submitted their proposal for your project. We charge a 20% service fee which is included in the freelancers' bid, therefore there is no surprise fee - 03
I need to hire an expert with a specific background, how can I achieve this?
Kolabtree has a rich expert database, with over 10’000 freelancers who specialise in different areas ranging from Chemical Engineering to Data Analysis and Food Science & Technology. Please visit our “Find an Expert” page (https://www.kolabtree.com/find-an-expert) in order to find an appropriate expert for your scope of work. You can use the keywords, country of residence, disciple and subject areas to find experts; once you have found an expert you would like to work with, you can proceed to “Request A Service”. The expert(s) you have chosen will then receive an invite to your project which they can accept or decline. - 04
The expert with whom I am working on this project is not responding to my messages. What can I do?
Our team at Kolabtree keeps a close eye on each of the projects that come in, and we regularly ask the experts to respond when we can see that they haven’t in some time. If the expert has not responded to you, they might have encountered problems on their side which prevented them from effectively reaching out to you. We advise that you send out a follow up message in the workspace. Alternatively, you can email our friendly team at contact@kolabtree.com and we will be able to reach out to them. - 05
What are the different types of literature searches, and what timelines are associated with each?
There are different types of scientific literature search services that are undertaken based on your research objectives. The delivery date for these services will depend on your specifications and preferences, a relevant expert’s availability, or any additional services you opt for. While we will accept a range of service requests, the most requested literature search services are the following:
Traditional literature search – Here, an expert evaluates subject specific literature going back many years to identify possible gaps in published work. This helps authors highlight and develop their theoretical and conceptual frameworks.
Systematic literature search – This type of scientific literature search is more comprehensive and helps to put together responses to answer highly structured and specific research questions. - 06
What is the purpose of a scientific research literature search?
There is a huge repository of information available in the scientific community that authors tap into as part of their research. However, the search for relevant texts is often tedious and extremely time-consuming, and if not undertaken in a systematic manner can lead to chaos and confusion. Professional scientific research literature search services like the one offered by Editage, gives invaluable support to authors as they provide a thorough search of keywords and topics in an easy, organized manner. - 07
Who can use Editage’s literature search services?
Editage’s literature search service is available to academic and scientific authors who are looking to undertake evidence-based research on their area of study. This service is useful for all researchers regardless of their career level (early-career, mid-career, and senior researchers). This service is the best way to find the most recent and up-to-date literature on your subject. - 08
How do I request a literature search?
Ordering a literature search service with Editage is easy. Just share a brief description on your research and specific area of focus. Based on your inputs, a subject matter expert is assigned to collaborate with you to undertake and deliver a comprehensive literature search, helping identify and collate literature that is relevant and updated. - 09
How soon will I receive the results of my literature search?
The time taken for a scientific literature search can vary depending on the type of search requested. The more details requested for, the longer the time taken to conduct and collate the literature search. - 10
How much does a scientific literature search service cost?
The cost for literature search services varies depending on the type of literature search requested for, the number of details included in the search parameters and the delivery schedule requested for. Submit and inquiry to get started now!
What our customers say about our literature search services
I contracted with a brilliant biostatistician and his team that not only completed my project before my deadline but also enhanced my analysis with th...
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