Improving the translation of search strategies using the Polyglot Search Translator: a randomized controlled trial

2020576 citationsJournal Articlediamond Open Access

Authors

Justin Clark · Bond University

Sharon Sanders · Bond University

Matt Carter · Bond University

David Honeyman · Bond University

Gina Cleo · Bond University

Yvonne Auld · Gold Coast Hospital

Debbie Booth · University of Newcastle Australia

Abstract

When used to assist with translating search strings across databases, the PST can increase the speed of translation without increasing errors. Errors in search translations can still be a problem, and search specialists should be aware of this.

Topics & Keywords

Meta-analysis and systematic reviews Health Sciences Research and Education scientometrics and bibliometrics research

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Decent work and economic growth

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of the Medical Library Association JMLA

Volume 108, Issue 2, pp. 195-207

DOI: 10.5195/jmla.2020.834

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