Elsevier’s backfile collection
Access the historical records published prior to 1995.

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What makes Elsevier’s pre-1995 journal backfile collection valuable for researchers?
Did you know that researchers on average cite 6 backfiles (pre-1995 article) per publication which is 7% of the overall references used* ?
While it is true that scientific knowledge continues to advance rapidly, it is built upon a foundation of earlier discoveries and breakthroughs. Research conducted prior to 1995 has laid the groundwork for many of the scientific theories and principles that are relevant today.
Benefits of getting access to pre-1995 published research:
Provides historical context
Establishes fundamental principles
Offers valuable methodologies and data
Facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration