Lecture (17) EKB_ Egyptian Knowledge Bank

Introduction to Egyptian Knowledge Bank

Overview of the Session

• The session is led by Abdullah Al-Wakeel, focusing on data collection and research challenges.

• Discussion about the Egyptian Knowledge Bank (EKB), a resource aimed at researchers in Egypt, emphasizing its accessibility for university students.

Registration Process

• Instructions for new users on how to create an account on the EKB platform using their university email.

• Users can select their educational level (e.g., university student or researcher) during registration.

Navigating the Platform

• After logging in, users can search for research topics or data relevant to their studies.

• The platform offers options for searching by author name or specific research topics.

Exploring Research Sources

Main Features of EKB

• The homepage provides access to various resources and allows users to conduct general searches for academic materials.

• Emphasis on the importance of registering with EKB due to continuous updates and offerings from the platform.

Accessing Databases

• Users can filter sources based on language preferences (Arabic or English), with a focus on English-language publications due to their relevance in academia.

• EKB collaborates with numerous databases and publishers, providing access to a wide range of academic papers and books.

Utilizing Research Materials

Downloading Research Papers

• Users can download research papers directly from EKB after conducting searches based on specific topics or keywords.