THE b-on – Online Knowledge Library, a digital service of the Foundation for Science and Technology, developed by FCCN, has just made available a new search solution, based on the platform Cousin, from Clarivate (Ex Libris), which replaces the solution used until now.
This new development represents an important step in Improving the experience of accessing scientific information, enabling integrated and efficient research. Regarding the vast amount of content provided by b-on to national higher education and research institutions.
Primo's choice of b-on follows the example of leading institutions, both internationally, such as the British Library, and nationally, such as the University of Porto or the Polytechnic Institute of Leiria.
A more complete and integrated research experience.
Primo stands out for ability to aggregate different sources of information into a single search interface, facilitating the discovery of scientific articles, journals, books, and other academic resources, with advanced filtering and customization features.
This new service is part of b-on's mission. to guarantee qualified, sustainable and efficient access to scientific knowledge., reinforcing the The role of the FCT, through the FCCN, in supporting science, research and higher education in Portugal..
Information sessions and support materials available.
To support the transition to the new research service, the following were developed. explanatory videos, available at b-on channel on Educast, which help users explore the platform's main features.
There are still scheduled events. two online clarification sessionsThese sessions, aimed at the b-on user community, will allow users to learn more about the new service and ask questions, after prior registration:
- February 19th 10:30 AM
- February 23 11:00 AM
The previous search service, EDSIt will remain available until March 31, ensuring a gradual transition to the new system.
