Information Retrieval: SciFinder^®, 2^nd Edition is an essential guide explaining how to get the best out of SciFinder. It discusses the 50+ options in SciFinder^® including topic, bibliographic, and chemical substance explore options, and post-processing options Analyze, Refine, and Categorize. The book:

• Summarises the databases and explains how to take advantage of the unique search and analysis options
• Explains selected algorithms behind the operation of SciFinder^® and why it helps to understand them
• Discusses why it is important, and how to apply scientific method to information retrieval
• Describes how to search for chemical structures and chemical reactions

This second edition of Information Retrieval: SciFinder^® has been fully revised and updated to incorporate the latest functionality and content of SciFinder^®. Written by a scientist for scientists,  this book will increase your research creativity and productivity and is an essential resource for anyone needing scientific information in academia or industry.