Something like SPIRES for condensed matter?

In summary, the conversation discusses the search for a database similar to SPIRES for the condensed matter physics community. The options mentioned include arxiv.org and citebase.org, with the latter being incomplete but still useful. The use of arxiv for gathering citation information is also mentioned.
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Something like "SPIRES" for condensed matter?

I'm trying to find (with no luck, obviously) some sort of database of people and papers in condensed matter physics, sort of like SPIRES is for the high energy community. Basically something where I can look up a professor and see a list of their publications and the impact of those papers by citation count.
 
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Condensed matter does not need a "spires"-like repository, because they tend to be the largest in wherever they go. So if you do look at the arxiv section of cond-mat, you can already see that anyone and everyone in condensed matter will upload their preprints/papers there.

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Also look in PROLA.
 
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Ah, thank you everyone. Essentially I did have in mind something like citebase.org (thanks!)... but they admit that their service is quite incomplete. Also, I use arxiv frequently, but it seems that the only way to gather citation information from there is... well... to use citebase.org!

So I guess my next question: is their claim of incompleteness merely a disclaimer? Do they have "just about everything" or not even close?
 

FAQ: Something like SPIRES for condensed matter?

What is SPIRES and how is it used in condensed matter research?

SPIRES (Stanford Public Information Retrieval System) is a database used by physicists to search for and access published papers, articles, and other research in the field of high energy physics. While SPIRES does not specifically cover condensed matter research, it can still be used to search for relevant papers by using specific keywords or categories.

Is there a similar database or tool specifically for condensed matter research?

Yes, there are several databases and tools specifically for condensed matter research, such as arXiv, Scopus, and Web of Science. These databases allow users to search for and access published research in the field of condensed matter physics.

Can SPIRES be used to search for preprints in condensed matter research?

No, SPIRES does not cover preprints in condensed matter research. However, arXiv is a popular preprint server that covers a wide range of physics research, including condensed matter.

How often is SPIRES updated with new research in condensed matter?

SPIRES is updated daily with new research in high energy physics. However, since it does not specifically cover condensed matter, the frequency of new research being added in this field may vary.

Are there any other features of SPIRES that may be useful for condensed matter researchers?

While SPIRES is primarily used for accessing published research, it also has a citation tracking feature that can be useful for condensed matter researchers. This feature allows users to see how many times a particular paper has been cited by others, giving them an idea of its impact and relevance in the field.

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