How does the LILACS database work?
6 de November de 2024The operation of the LILACS database involves:
- LILACS Methodology: This includes a set of policies, systems, and workflows that ensure the consistency and quality of bibliographic records. This encompasses everything from data collection to thematic indexing and publication of literature in a search interface.
- LILACS Network: Health institutions in the region collaborate to collect, describe, and index documents using the LILACS Methodology. Additionally, recognized institutions lead the identification of priority topics, coordination of assessment and selection of journals, management, and training of the cooperation network. BIREME/PAHO/WHO acts as the regional coordinating center.
- Access: The database is accessible for free through the LILACS portal, allowing searches for documents such as journal articles, theses, monographs, technical reports, and more.
Category: LILACS Database