EBSCOHost
EBSCOHost provides access to a wide range of academic databases across disciplines, including business, education, psychology, and health sciences.
Run a Query
EBSCOHost queries can be constructed using:
the standard EBSCOHost advanced search interface (requires institutional access), or
the persistent link feature, which captures the full query string for reproducibility.
When working with search-query, we recommend extracting the Search terms from the Search History panel or persistent URL for use as the search_string.
Note
EBSCOHost query syntax includes field tags such as AB, TI, SU, etc. These should be included directly in the search_string.
Avoid setting a general_search_field unless the entire query targets the same field (e.g., all terms limited to AB for Abstract). Mixed fields should keep general_search_field empty.
Store a Query
When storing an EBSCOHost query in a .json file or as a string:
Use the Search History or the Search Terms as the search_string.
Leave the general_search_field empty unless the same field is used consistently across all terms.
Tip
To ensure reproducibility, consider including the EBSCO database used (e.g., Business Source Complete) in the database field.
Best Practices and Recommendations
Use field tags (e.g., AB, TI) explicitly in the query string.
Group nexted queries using parentheses to preserve logic.