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Google Scholar
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Google Scholar vs PubPeer
How do Google Scholar and PubPeer compare? Here are the facts side by side: pricing, platforms, open-source status and what each one is for.
| Directory detail | Google Scholar | PubPeer |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Google Scholar searches scholarly literature across articles, theses, books, abstracts and court opinions from multiple disciplines. | PubPeer lets scientists search publications and provide feedback or start discussions anonymously. |
| Website | ||
| Type | Website | Website |
| Topic | ||
| Pricing | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Platforms | Web | Web |
| Open source | Not stated | Not stated |
| Language | — | English |
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