Citation chaining is a clever research strategy that lets you use the references in one strong article on your topic to find other related research articles. Backward chaining allows you to trace the sources your article cited. Forward chaining looks for newer works that cite your article. By following these chains, you’ll build a more connected understanding of your topic, spot hidden gaps, and uncover key authors and pivotal studies you might otherwise miss.
Start with one strong article, check its reference list for what came before, and then use tools like “Cited by” in databases or Google Scholar to see what came after. For a step-by-step guide on how to use citation chaining, check out the library’s FAQ: “What is citation chaining?”
See these related Steal This Posts.