About Us

Welcome to GG Scholar, your independent guide to research tools, academic resources, and practical tips for students and researchers. Our goal is to make research more accessible by providing clear, step-by-step explanations on how to use platforms such as Google Scholar, institutional library resources, and other academic databases.

Disclaimer: GG Scholar is an independent educational site. We are not affiliated with Google or Google Scholar. All guides and resources are provided for educational purposes only.


Who We Are

GG Scholar was created as a response to one of the most common challenges students and academics face: learning how to use research tools effectively. Many researchers struggle to find reliable guidance on how to search, access, and manage scholarly information. While universities provide library orientations, these are often limited in scope or not easily available to all students.


This site serves as a bridge by providing free, easy-to-follow instructions and insights. We are independent from Google and other research platforms, but we focus on helping you maximize these tools for your academic work.


What We Do

At GG Scholar, we publish guides, tutorials, and frequently asked questions (FAQs) that cover topics such as:


  • How to use Google Scholar for finding research articles, theses, and books.
  • Linking Google Scholar with your university library resources to gain access to full-text documents.
  • Understanding features like citation tracking, author profiles, and metrics.
  • Tips for managing references with tools like Zotero, Mendeley, and EndNote.
  • How to identify credible research sources and avoid predatory journals.
  • Step-by-step instructions on setting up alerts, exporting citations, and integrating search tools into your workflow.


Our focus is on practicality. Instead of abstract theory, we provide direct instructions and examples that you can apply right away in your research journey.


Why We Exist

The internet is full of academic tools, but most users find them overwhelming. Some platforms use technical language that can be confusing for beginners. Others change their features frequently, leaving users unsure of how to adapt.

We exist to make this process simpler. We believe that every student, regardless of their background, should have access to clear guidance on how to use research tools. Whether you are an undergraduate starting your first paper or a postgraduate student preparing your thesis, GG Scholar is here to support you.


Our Independence

It is important to clarify that GG Scholar is not affiliated with Google, Google Scholar, or any other academic database provider. We are an independent educational site. The guides and tutorials we provide are based on commonly available information, user experience, and academic best practices.


We include a disclaimer on our pages to make sure this independence is clear. Our goal is not to replace official instructions from platforms like Google Scholar or your university library, but to supplement them with practical explanations that make sense to students and academics.


Our Values


  • Clarity: We write in simple, direct language that avoids jargon.
  • Accessibility: We aim to make research tools understandable for everyone, not just advanced users.
  • Accuracy: We keep our guides updated to reflect changes in platforms and tools.
  • Education: We see research skills as a foundation for academic and professional success, and we want to help you build those skills.
  • Independence: We do not promote or sell any specific tool. Our content is unbiased and focused on user needs.


Who We Serve


Our audience includes:


  • Undergraduate students starting their first research projects.
  • Graduate and postgraduate students working on advanced research.
  • Researchers and academics looking for practical ways to use tools more effectively.
  • Librarians and educators who want to provide supplementary resources to their students.


Whether you are in Zambia, Nigeria, Kenya, the United States, or anywhere else in the world, GG Scholar is designed to serve you. Research is global, and our guides reflect that diversity.


How You Benefit

By using GG Scholar, you gain:


  • Step-by-step instructions on using Google Scholar and other research tools.
  • Practical tips for connecting research databases with university library systems.
  • Guidance on setting up your own research workflow.
  • Help in understanding citations, references, and academic publishing.
  • We focus on saving you time, reducing confusion, and giving you confidence in your research skills.


Looking Ahead

We are committed to expanding the site with new guides, FAQs, and resources. As research platforms evolve, we will continue to publish updates that keep you informed. Our aim is to build a comprehensive hub where students and academics can always find reliable, easy-to-follow support.


Contact Us


If you have questions, suggestions, or topics you would like us to cover, we encourage you to reach out. GG Scholar exists to serve its community, and your feedback is important in helping us improve.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

How to Set Up Google Scholar for Sam Houston State University (SHSU) Library Full-Text Access

Image
Google Scholar is one of the most widely used research tools for students and faculty. It searches across scholarly literature, including articles, theses, books, conference papers, and reports. While it is free to use, much of the content indexed in Google Scholar is locked behind paywalls. This is where linking Google Scholar with your university library becomes valuable. If you are a student, faculty member, or researcher at Sam Houston State University (SHSU), you have access to thousands of journals and databases through the Newton Gresham Library. By connecting Google Scholar to SHSU Library, you can see which results are available in full text through the library’s subscriptions. This guide explains how to set it up, why it matters, and how to troubleshoot issues. Why Connect Google Scholar to SHSU Library? When you search Google Scholar without connecting it to SHSU, you might see abstracts of articles but run into paywalls when you try to read them. Many journals charge $30...
Read more

Understanding PubMed and the National Library of Medicine: A Comprehensive Guide

Image
PubMed is one of the most widely used online databases for medical and life sciences literature. Managed by the United States National Library of Medicine (NLM) under the National Institutes of Health (NIH) , it provides free access to millions of journal articles, research studies, and clinical reports. Researchers, healthcare professionals, students, and academics rely on PubMed to locate high-quality information quickly. This article explains how PubMed works, its relationship with the National Library of Medicine, how to effectively search its resources, and answers common questions about its usage. What Is PubMed? PubMed is a free online search engine that indexes biomedical and life sciences literature. It covers a broad range of materials, including: Peer-reviewed journal articles Clinical research reports Systematic reviews Case studies Guidelines and policy statements Key Features Access to MEDLINE MEDLINE is NLM’s curated bibliographic database, which...
Read more

How to Log In to Google Scholar: Step-by-Step Guide for Researchers and Students

Image
Google Scholar is one of the most useful tools for students, lecturers, and researchers who need access to academic papers, journals, and citations. It helps you track your research impact, organize publications, and connect with other scholars across the world. To use these features, you need to log in using your Google account. This guide explains how to log in to Google Scholar, fix common login problems, and manage your profile securely. 1. Understanding What Google Scholar Login Does When you visit Google Scholar , you can search academic papers freely. But logging in gives you more control and access. Once logged in, you can: Create and manage your Google Scholar profile Save papers to your personal library Receive email alerts about new research in your field Track who cites your work Export references in various citation formats Logging in connects your research activities with your Google account, making your academic work easier to manage. 2. How to Log ...
Read more