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MathSciNet

Summary

This high-level assessment covers limited portions and functionality of the MathSciNet platform. The assessment revealed issues with assistive technology compatibility, resulting in some users missing information required to understand content, states and operate functions. It is important to keep in mind that the findings represent a high-level assessment, and do not reflect the results of a Deque Comprehensive Web Assessment.

Top 3 problems for the MathSciNet platform

  1. Contrast (minimum) – There is a contrast issue with blue links throughout the site when used on the light gray background.
  2. Non-text Contrast – Focus indicators for most of the interactive content does not have enough contrast.
  3. Name, Role, Value – There are several instances that occur on multiple pages where specific states are missing or are not used properly.