Business: Thomson completes acquisition of Reuters

World's Leading Source of Intelligent Information for Businesses and Professionals US$500 Million Share Repurchase Program Announced

New York, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - The Thomson Corporation today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Reuters Group PLC, forming Thomson Reuters (NYSE: TRI; TSX: TRI; LSE: TRIL: Nasdaq: TRIN), the world's leading source of intelligent information for businesses and professionals in the financial, legal, tax and accounting, scientific, healthcare, and media markets. Thomson

Reuters has more than 50,000 employees with operations in 93 countries on six continents and 2007 pro forma revenues of approximately US$12.4 billion.

Effective today, Thomson Reuters shares will begin trading on exchanges in Toronto, New York and London and are eligible for inclusion in S&P/TSX and FTSE 100 UK indices. Thomson Reuters Corporation's common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "TRI". Thomson Reuters PLC ordinary shares are listed on the London Stock Exchange under the symbol "TRIL" and its ADSs are listed on Nasdaq under the symbol "TRIN".

Thomas H. Glocer, chief executive officer of Thomson Reuters, said, "This is a very exciting day for our shareholders, customers and employees. Thomson Reuters will deliver the intelligent information needed to give businesses and professionals the knowledge to act. We call our information "intelligent" because it is not only insightful, highly relevant and timely, but it is also made available in formats which applications can consume and to which they can add further value. We are witnessing the maturation of the information economy and content from Thomson Reuters will be its currency."

"Thomson Reuters will benefit from the value created by more diversified revenue streams, a larger capital base and synergies resulting from the acquisition. Our leadership position and global footprint will give us opportunities to grow faster than either Thomson or Reuters could have on its own," said Mr. Glocer.

Thomson Reuters today unveiled its new branding and a global advertising campaign. Mr. Glocer said, "The dynamic new corporate identity is a marked departure from the historical look and feel of the two companies and represents Thomson Reuters positioning as the world's leading source of intelligent information to businesses and professionals."

Thomson Reuters also announced today that based on current fundamentals it may repurchase up to US$500 million of its shares over the course of the year. "Our plans to buy back Thomson Reuters shares underscores our financial strength and focus on shareholder value," said Mr. Glocer. "We will manage Thomson Reuters capital structure and set our cash distribution policy so as to maintain a strong yet efficient balance sheet," stated Mr. Glocer.

In March, Thomson entered into a pre-defined irrevocable agreement with its broker to allow for the repurchase of Thomson Reuters PLC shares through May 1. The agreement allows Thomson Reuters to be active in the market from soon after closing of the acquisition and during what otherwise would be an internal closed period for trading. All share repurchases will be made in accordance with applicable securities laws, rules and regulations. Shares repurchased will be cancelled by Thomson Reuters PLC.

On May 15, 2007, Thomson agreed to acquire Reuters for 352.5 pence in cash and 0.16 Thomson Reuters PLC ordinary shares for each Reuters ordinary share. On February 19, 2008, Thomson and Reuters received regulatory approvals from the European Commission (EC), US Department of Justice (DOJ) and Canadian Competition Bureau (CCB). The shareholders of both companies overwhelmingly approved the transaction on March 26, 2008, leading to subsequent court approvals in Ontario and the UK.

On May 1, 2008, Thomson Reuters plans to announce results for the first quarter as well as a financial outlook for the remainder of 2008.

More information on Thomson Reuters can be obtained at its new website, www.thomsonreuters.com.

About Thomson Reuters

Thomson Reuters is the world's leading source of intelligent information for businesses and professionals. We combine industry expertise with innovative technology to deliver critical information to leading decision makers in the financial, legal, tax and accounting, scientific, healthcare and media markets, powered by the world's most trusted news organization. With headquarters in New York and major operations in London and Eagan, Minnesota, Thomson Reuters employs more than 50,000 people in 93 countries. Thomson Reuters shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: TRI); Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: TRI); London Stock Exchange (LSE: TRIL); and Nasdaq (Nasdaq: TRIN).

For more information, go to www.thomsonreuters.com.

This news release includes forward-looking statements that are based on certain assumptions and reflect Thomson Reuters current expectations. Forward-looking statements are those that are not historical facts and include Thomson Reuters expectations about its future prospects and share repurchase plans. Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from current expectations.

Some of the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include risks related to Thomson Reuters ability to develop additional products and services to meet customers' needs, attract new customers, general economic conditions and actions of competitors.

Additional factors are discussed in materials filed by Thomson Reuters Corporation and Thomson Reuters PLC from time to time with securities regulatory authorities. Thomson Reuters disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, other than as required by applicable law, rule or regulation.

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SOURCE Thomson Reuters
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Global Director, Media Relations,
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Global Director, Corporate Affairs,
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fred.hawrysh@thomsonreuters.com,
Frank Golden,
Senior Vice President, Investor Relations,
+1-203-539-8470,
frank.golden@thomsonreuters.com,
Victoria Brough, EMEA Media Relations,
+44 (0) 207 542 8762,
victoria.brough@thomsonreuters.com,
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Meiji University chooses Thomson Scientific`s Century of Science

Meiji is the First Private University in Japan to Have Full Access to Web of Science

Philadelphia and London, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Thomson Scientific, part of The Thomson Corporation (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC) and leading provider of information solutions to the worldwide research and business communities, today announced that Century of Science(TM) has been purchased by Meiji University in Japan, expanding its subscription to Web of Science earlier this year.

The University's added investment in Century of Science gives students full access to the most important scientific bibliographic and cited reference data covering the period from 1900 to 1944.

"The purchase of Century of Science is right in line with Meiji University's goals to provide access to unsurpassed scientific research information. Backfiles are crucial to research in tracking past developments, pinpointing key turning points and determining the future direction of research," said Mark Garlinghouse, Thomson Scientific's VP and Managing Director, Asia Pacific. "With access to this unparalleled historical research, Meiji University will make great strides toward groundbreaking discoveries."

In January 2008, Meiji University purchased access to Web of Science, a carefully selected and maintained collection of the world's most influential journals across all disciplines. Coverage is truly multidisciplinary with emphasis on quality and superior collection development and can be accessed via the ISI Web of Knowledge, a premier research platform that offers an extensive collection of backfiles to 1945. Launched in January 2005, the Century of Science initiative made available approximately 850,000 articles from more than 200 journals carefully selected from the published research in the first half of the 20th century.

While more than 200 universities throughout the world have Century of Science, Meiji University is the first private university, and the fourth academic institution in Japan to acquire it. Access to this knowledge platform sets the university apart from other mid-sized private institutions and increases the research competitiveness of the students and faculty.

"ISI Web of Science is a very important and useful research tool and it is frequently reputed among researchers. As the first private university in Japan to offer Century of Science, we expect this will have a very large impact on improving our level of research output," said Koki Matsuse, Executive Trustee, Professor of School of Science and Technology, Meiji University.

Meiji University was founded by three young legal professionals to acknowledge, respect and strengthen the individual, and aims to make dramatic advances into the world as the top 21st-century urban university in Japan.

For more information, visit isiwebofknowledge.com.

About Meiji University

Meiji University solidly ranks among the best universities in Japan, currently consisting of eight schools; the Graduate School, made up of 7 departments; independent schools in various disciplines; and the Meiji University Junior High School and Meiji University High School. Meiji University has expanded as one of the prominent private universities of Japan, celebrating its 120th anniversary in 2001. With Rights, Liberty, Independence and Self-government as its guiding principles, Meiji University is committed to fostering human resources who satisfy the requirements "austerity and sturdiness", "creation of new intellect" and "needs of the times". Turning out more than 480,000 graduates into the world to date, it has contributed vastly to the progress of society. The achievements of the university's numerous alumni actively engaged in key roles in various walks of life are highly reputed.

About The Thomson Corporation

The Thomson Corporation (www.thomson.com) is a global leader in providing essential electronic workflow solutions to business and professional customers. With operational headquarters in Stamford, Conn., Thomson provides value-added information, software tools and applications to professionals in the fields of law, tax, accounting, financial services, scientific research and healthcare. The Corporation's common shares are listed on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC).

Thomson Scientific is a business of The Thomson Corporation. Its information solutions assist professionals at every stage of research and development-from discovery to analysis to product development and distribution. Thomson Scientific information solutions can be found at scientific.thomson.com.

SOURCE: Thomson Scientific

CONTACT: Susan Besaw,
Thomson Scientific,
+1-215-823-1840,
susan.besaw@thomson.com
Web site: http://www.scientific.thomson.com
http://isiwebofknowledge.com
http://www.thomson.com

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Thomson Scientific launches ScienceWatch.com

Free Web Environment Provides Rankings, Trends and Analysis From Around the Scientific Community

Philadephia and London, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Thomson Scientific, part of The Thomson Corporation (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC) and leading provider of information solutions to the worldwide research and business communities, today announced the launch of ScienceWatch.com, a free, open Web resource for science metrics and analysis.

ScienceWatch.com combines the newest Science Watch newsletter material and regularly updated data, analysis, interviews, and commentary that had been previously found in In-Cites and ESI Special Topics. The website provides the scientific community a convenient location for keeping up with the latest developments in science -- what the leading scientists have to say, how the hottest topics are affecting research and everyday life, where the most significant research is taking place, and much more.

"The database provides an unbiased way to survey the scientific landscape and spot features that are newsworthy and significant, including new topics, new developments, new trends," said Henry Small, chief scientist at Thomson Scientific. "Then we dig deeper and interview the scientists involved. So when you access sciencewatch.com, you're accessing the scientific community and discovering their perspectives and insights."

In addition to the weekly updates, users will be able to see the current issue of Science Watch immediately. Meanwhile, the existing, premium Science Watch/Hot Papers Database subscription package--including the print edition and the accompanying Hot Papers CD with its store of updated, searchable data on thousands of recent, highly cited papers--will still be supplied for current and prospective subscribers.

"Thomson Scientific is the first to provide such a robust Web environment," said Christopher King, editor of Science Watch. "ScienceWatch.com will be a resource to not only the bibliometric community, but anyone remotely connected to any science, research or evaluative field."

About The Thomson Corporation

The Thomson Corporation (www.thomson.com) is a global leader in providing essential electronic workflow solutions to business and professional customers. With operational headquarters in Stamford, Conn., Thomson provides value-added information, software tools and applications to professionals in the fields of law, tax, accounting, financial services, scientific research and healthcare. The Corporation's common shares are listed on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC).

Thomson Scientific is a business of The Thomson Corporation. Its information solutions assist professionals at every stage of research and development--from discovery to analysis to product development and distribution. Thomson Scientific information solutions can be found at scientific.thomson.com.

SOURCE Thomson Scientific
CONTACT: Sue Besaw of Thomson Scientific,
+1-215-823-1840,
susan.besaw@thomson.com/
Web site: http://www.scientific.thomson.com
http://www.thomson.com
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Thomson Scientific to honor Australia`s top researchers

Philadelphia and London, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - During an Event to be Held at the National Press Club on 2 April Thomson Scientific, part of The Thomson Corporation (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC) and leading provider of information solutions to the worldwide research and business communities, today announced it will honor Australia's preeminent researchers at the National Press Club in Canberra on Wednesday, 2 April, 2008.

"These Global Research Days are hosted by Thomson Scientific to recognize research excellence in countries and regions that have demonstrated they are leading the world through innovation in their respective fields," said Jeroen Prinsen, Australia sales director, Thomson Scientific.

"Thomson is a major supporter of the Australian research community. In 2007, our data shows Australia ranked among the top ten nations for the influence of its scientific papers. That's an incredible achievement."

Thomson will invite the most prominent Australian researchers across disciplines. The Thomson Research Award is presented based on a quantitative selection process which identifies the number of citations that an academic research paper has, thus reflecting its impact and influence on the given subject and importance attributed to it by subsequent research.

Australian Research Day will provide an opportunity for the research community, peak councils, business and industry, and government agencies to discuss moves by the new Government to overhaul innovation and research systems. The morning's agenda is being developed with the participation of key industry specialists and will include a presentation to a number of outstanding Australian researchers based on the quality of their research output.

The session will conclude with a lunch time keynote address from Professor Alan Robson, Chair of the Group of Eight and Vice Chancellor of The University of Western Australia. His talk will focus on Australia's innovation strengths, emphasising the importance of basic research and exploring new options for assessing research quality.

Mr Mark Garlinghouse, Thomson Scientific's vice president of Asia Pacific, said: "We are glad to facilitate an occasion whereby the research community can meet to consider the issues associated with the assessment and measurement of research quality. Our company is part of the research community, and it is important to us that our systems best meet the needs of the Government and the tertiary sector."

Representatives from leading research and policy organizations in Australia will attend this one-of-a-kind event. The Thomson Scientific Research Awards are presented globally, with previous presentations held in Australia, Brazil, China, Denmark, India, Japan, Mexico, Taiwan, Japan and China.

About The Thomson Corporation

The Thomson Corporation (www.thomson.com) is a global leader in providing essential electronic workflow solutions to business and professional customers. With operational headquarters in Stamford, Conn., Thomson provides value-added information, software tools and applications to professionals in the fields of law, tax, accounting, financial services, scientific research and healthcare. The Corporation's common shares are listed on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC).

Thomson Scientific is a business of The Thomson Corporation. Its information solutions assist professionals at every stage of research and development-from discovery to analysis to product development and distribution.

Thomson Scientific information solutions can be found at scientific.thomson.com.

SOURCE: Thomson Scientific
CONTACT: Susan Besaw PR Manager of Thomson Scientific
+1-215-823-1840 susan.besaw@thomson.com Jeroen Prinsen Director
Australia Sales of Thomson Scientific +61 285877948
jeroen.prinsen@thomson.com
Web site:
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Thomson Scientific makes file histories available through dialog

Patent and Trademark Researchers Have Instant Access to the World's Largest In-House Inventory

Philadelphia and London, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Thomson Scientific, part of The Thomson Corporation (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC) and leading provider of information solutions to the worldwide research and business communities, today announced that research professionals can now order file histories directly through patent and trademark databases on Dialog(R), giving researchers the complete information on a patent or trademark in one place.

File histories are up-to-date accounts of the prosecution history for published or granted patent cases and trademarks. Also called "file wrappers," file histories provide the full history of a patent including all documentation of the correspondence between the examiner at the patent office and the applicant or their representatives. Thomson Scientific is the world's largest provider of file histories, with an extensive in-house inventory. Its coverage of international file histories spans over 40 languages and countries.

"Providing access to file histories through Dialog enhances the productivity of intellectual property researchers by giving them streamlined access to the resources they need," said David Brown, Executive Vice President, Thomson Scientific, Corporate Markets. "This is another example of how we are leveraging our capabilities to deliver comprehensive patent solutions to our customers."

Thomson File Histories are available from the following Dialog databases:

Patents
-- CLAIMS(R)/Current Patent Legal Status (File 123)
-- CLAIMS(R)/U.S. Patents (File 340)
-- Chinese Patent Abstracts in English (File 344)
-- Derwent Patents Citation Index (File 342)
-- Derwent World Patents Index (for users in Japan) (File 352)
-- Derwent World Patents Index First View(SM) (File 331)
-- Derwent World Patents Index(R) (File 351)
-- Derwent World Patents Index(R) (File 350)
-- Eli EnCompassPat(TM) (File 353)
-- European Patents Fulltext (File 348)
-- French Patents (File 371)
-- German Patents Fulltext (File 324)
-- IMS Patent Focus (File 447, 947)
-- INPADOC/Family and Legal Status (File 345)
-- JAPIO - Patent Abstracts of Japan (File 347)
-- LitAlert(R) (File 670)
-- U.S. Patents Fulltext (1971-1975) (File 652)
-- U.S. Patents Fulltext (1976-present) (File 654)
-- WIPO/PCT Patents Fulltext (File 349)

Trademark
-- TRADEMARKSCAN(R) - U.S. Federal (File 226)

Each electronic patent file history automatically includes a family report with a complete INPADOC family list for the source document. And, for each family member, patent researchers will see:
-- U.S. litigation information
-- U.S. post-issuance assignment data
-- U.S. post-issuance data, including assignment data
-- Maintenance fee status
-- Legal status

International file histories cover over 40 countries, providing a comprehensive look at the whole history of an invention.

About The Thomson Corporation

The Thomson Corporation (www.thomson.com) is a global leader in providing essential electronic workflow solutions to business and professional customers. With operational headquarters in Stamford, Conn., Thomson provides value-added information, software tools and applications to professionals in the fields of law, tax, accounting, financial services, scientific research and healthcare. The Corporation's common shares are listed on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC).

Thomson Scientific is a business of The Thomson Corporation. Its information solutions assist professionals at every stage of research and development-from discovery to analysis to product development and distribution.

Thomson Scientific information solutions can be found at scientific.thomson.com.

SOURCE Thomson Scientific
CONTACT: Kevin Bonsor of Thomson Scientific,
+1-919-461-7428,
kevin.bonsor@thomson.com
Web site: http://www.scientific.thomson.com
http:/www.thomson.com
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Techstreet is primary distributor of ASC X9 financial industry stds

Thomson Scientific's Techstreet Selected as Primary Distributor of ASC X9 Financial Industry Standards

Philadelphia and London (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Thomson Scientific, part of The Thomson Corporation (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC) and leading provider of information solutions to the worldwide research and business communities, has signed an agreement with the Accredited Standards Committee X9, Inc. - Financial Industry Standards (ASC X9) to make Thomson Scientific's Techstreet (www.techstreet.com) the primary distributor for ASC X9 publications in print and electronic format. ASC X9 publications can be ordered through the new online publications store at www.X9.org, operated by Techstreet.

Cynthia Fuller, Executive Director of ASC X9, said, "We chose Techstreet because they are an acknowledged leader in online delivery and customer service. Our members and customers will benefit from the self-serve features and functionality, new electronic download options, free tracking alert system and web-based enterprise subscriptions. Customers will also appreciate the enhanced customer service we are now able to offer because of our partnership with Thomson Scientific."

Members and customers who visit the ASC X9 online store can search and order ASC X9 publications and related codes and standards in print and downloadable PDF formats, sign up for free document alerts and learn about multi-user subscription services. As part of the agreement, Thomson Scientific also will support the marketing of ASC X9 publications.

ASC X9 American National Standards, Technical Reports and Draft Standards includes over 70 publications covering Card and Check standards; Security standards: Paperless Contract standards: and Securities Processing and Data and Information Security standards. ASC X9 also offers the Check 21 Collection, a group of standards that facilitate Check 21 requirements.

"By providing world-class customer service and applying our proven e- commerce methods to X9's operation, we are speeding the delivery of standards required for critical financial services," said David Brown, Executive Vice President, Corporate Markets, Thomson Scientific. "The new store gives financial professionals easier access and more control over how they retrieve the information they need."

Techstreet provides web-based technologies to support online delivery of industry codes and standards to technical professionals worldwide.

About ASC X9

The Accredited Standards Committee X9, Inc., is the only industry-wide forum that brings together bankers, securities professionals, manufacturers, regulators, associations, consultants and others in the financial services arena to address technical issues, find the best solutions, and codify them as nationally and internationally accepted standards. The American National Standards Institute officially accredited ASC X9 in 1984. In addition, ASC X9 is recognized as the official secretariat to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) committee TC68 on Banking and Financial Services.

About The Thomson Corporation

The Thomson Corporation (www.thomson.com) is a global leader in providing essential electronic workflow solutions to business and professional customers. With operational headquarters in Stamford, Conn., Thomson provides value-added information, software tools and applications to professionals in the fields of law, tax, accounting, financial services, scientific research and healthcare. The Corporation's common shares are listed on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC).

Thomson Scientific is a business of The Thomson Corporation.
Its information solutions assist professionals at every stage of research and development-from discovery to analysis to product development and distribution. Thomson Scientific information solutions can be found at scientific.thomson.com.

SOURCE: Thomson Scientific
CONTACT:
Kevin Bonsor,
Thomson Scientific,
+1-919-461-7428,
kevin.bonsor@thomson.com,
or Cindy Fuller,
ASC X9, Inc.,
+1-410-267-7707,
cindy.fuller@x9.org
Web site: http://www.scientific.thomson.com
http://www.techstreet.com

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Peking University chooses Thomson Scientific`s Century Of Science

Leading Research University is First in China to Purchase 100 Years of Web Of Science Comprehensive Backfile and Cited Reference Data

Philadephia and London, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Thomson Scientific, part of The Thomson Corporation (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC) and leading provider of information solutions to the worldwide research and business communities, today announced that Century of Science(TM) has been purchased by Peking University in China.

Century of Science expands Web of Science with the most important scientific bibliographic and cited reference data covering the period from 1900 to 1944.

Web of Science is a carefully selected and maintained collection of the world's most influential journals across all disciplines. Coverage is truly multidisciplinary with emphasis on quality and superior collection development and can be accessed via the ISI Web of Knowledge, a premier research platform that offers an extensive collection of backfiles to 1945. Launched in January 2005, the Century of Science initiative made available approximately 850,000 articles from more than 200 journals carefully selected from the published research in the first half of the 20th century.

"As a forward-thinking information provider, we understand the importance of historical research information," said Mark Garlinghouse, Thomson Scientific's VP and Managing Director, Asia Pacific. "Century of Science will assist Peking University in becoming a world class university."

In 1999, Peking University was one of the very first Web of Science customers in China and it now joins the growing list of the top research organizations around the globe that invest in Century of Science to support its world class research efforts. While more than 200 universities throughout the world have Century of Science, Peking University is the first academic institution in China to acquire it.

"Century of Science will enable us to track past developments, pinpoint key turning points and determine the future direction our research," said Prof. Zhu Qiang, Director of Library, Peking University.

"This knowledge platform provides us with the history to help build the future and to encourage research interaction and collaboration in China," said Dr. Zhou Hui, Head of Scientific Research Office, Peking University.

For more information, visit Century of Science.

About Peking University

Peking University is a comprehensive and national key university in China, consisting of 30 colleges and 12 departments. While laying stress on basic sciences, the university also pays special attention to the development of applied sciences. Presently, Peking University has 216 research institutes and research centers, 2 national engineering research centers, 81 national disciplines, and 12 national laboratories.

The university effectively combines research on important scientific issues with the training of personnel with specialized knowledge and professional skill. With such diverse branches of learning, Peking University is likely to rank among the world's best universities at the beginning of the next century. For more information about Peking University, please visit http://www.pku.edu.cn.

About The Thomson Corporation

The Thomson Corporation (www.thomson.com) is a global leader in providing essential electronic workflow solutions to business and professional customers. With operational headquarters in Stamford, Conn., Thomson provides value-added information, software tools and applications to professionals in the fields of law, tax, accounting, financial services, scientific research and healthcare. The Corporation's common shares are listed on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC).

Thomson Scientific is a business of The Thomson Corporation. Its information solutions assist professionals at every stage of research and development-from discovery to analysis to product development and distribution.

Thomson Scientific information solutions can be found at scientific.thomson.com.

SOURCE Thomson Scientific
CONTACT: Sue Besaw of Thomson Scientific,
+1-215-823-1840,
susan.besaw@thomson.com
Web site: http://www.scientific.thomson.com
http://www.thomson.com
http://www.pku.edu.cn
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Thomson Scientific Launches ResearcherID.com

Unique Identifier Ensures An Accurate Record Of A Researcher's Output And Attribution and Builds a World-class Author Community

Philadelhia, PA., and London (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Thomson Scientific, part of The Thomson Corporation (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC) and leading provider of information solutions to the worldwide research and business communities, today announced the launch of ResearcherID.com. This unique Web environment enables researchers to create stable personal identifiers to present their works and manage public presentation of their personal metrics.

Each individual identification (ID) number acts as a digital "calling card" that the researcher can place anywhere, such as a personal home page, a CV, or a university page. The identifier links to a personal workspace that automatically updates citation data, user-generated tags and keywords, and professional information that can be shared with the public or kept for personal monitoring. ResearcherID.com ensures an accurate record of a researcher's output and attribution, providing a gateway for colleagues to pinpoint not only that researcher's published work, but also the researcher as a potential collaborator.

"Researchers expressed to us a need for a place to manage their professional profile -- it needed to be free, open to all their colleagues, yet with total control over their own privacy," said Jim Pringle, vice president of product development at Thomson Scientific. "We've worked with key industry leaders to ensure that we have developed an open solution, and we look forward to sharing it with the entire research community both directly from ResearcherID.com and via a standard Web Services API."

Designed as a web-based system, ResearcherID.com allocates an ID during a one-time registration which can be expressly associated with a researcher's published works without confusion over nomenclature or any changes in institutional affiliations during one's career.

"ResearcherID.com resolves any ambiguity surrounding published works and provides a safe space for virtual collaboration," added Pringle. "The select researchers who were given access to this over the last several months have embraced it enthusiastically."

Later this month, Web of Science users will be able to create identifiers and workspaces to share publicly, with even wider availability via trusted sponsors in the future.

For more information, or to request an invitation to register for a unique Researcher ID, please visit: http://www.researcherid.com

About The Thomson Corporation

The Thomson Corporation (www.thomson.com) is a global leader in providing essential electronic workflow solutions to business and professional customers. With operational headquarters in Stamford, Conn., Thomson provides value-added information, software tools and applications to professionals in the fields of law, tax, accounting, financial services, scientific research and healthcare. The Corporation's common shares are listed on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC).

Thomson Scientific is a business of The Thomson Corporation.
Its information solutions assist professionals at every stage of research and development-from discovery to analysis to product development and distribution. Thomson Scientific information solutions can be found at scientific.thomson.com

SOURCE: Thomson Scientific
CONTACT: Sue Besaw, of Thomson Scientific,

+1-215-823-1840,

susan.besaw@thomson.com
Web site: http://www.scientific.thomson.com
http://www.researcherid.com
http://www.thomson.com

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