A-Z Databases List Help

Each database description contains metadata and can be searched or filtered in a number of ways.

1. Alphabetical list

If you know the name of a database, or if you just want to browse what is available, scroll through the list of databases. You can use the alphabet at the top of the list to select databases by starting letter (image is just an example).

2. Search by Database Title / Keyword

Each database description includes a database title, a description, and additional information.This options searches those fields.

Enter words from a database title or a keyword to search. This searches the database titles and additional info fields for a match. Enter whole words or truncate by using the asterisk * symbol. Results are presented in order of best match, not in alphabetical order.

3. Filter by Subject

Subjects indicate what the database content is about. Some databases focus on a very specific subject area, while others have information on all subject areas. Use this filter to find the best databases for your area of interest.

Select one or more subjects from the drop-down menu. Instead of scrolling through the list, you can also start typing and then select a matching subject to add to the search.

4. Filter by Type

Types indicate the kind of material a database describes, the formats of publications. Use this filter if you are particularly interested in certain formats only, e.g. if you are only looking for conference proceedings.

Select one or more types from the drop-down menu. Instead of scrolling through the list, you can also start typing and then select a matching type to add to the search.

5. Filter by Vendor

Databases are published by vendors. Use this filter to find all database from a particular vendor.

Select one or more vendors from the drop-down menu. Instead of scrolling through the list, you can also start typing and then select a matching vendor to add to the search.