The databases include those from which Biological Abstracts, Helminthological Abstracts, Bibliography of Agriculture, and Review of Applied Entomology are prepared. Librarians in the Marston Science Library will help devise a search program that will include key words and category codes. They will also advise as to databases and formats that best fit the students needs and resources. The Entomology and Nematology Department Computer Laboratory also provides on-line access to these data bases. All students are encouraged to take ENY 5810, Information Techniques in Research, to become fully informed about computerized literature retrieval.
Laser printers are available.
Most of the computers in the lab are PCs but a few Macintoshes are available. There is one mobile PC and overhead projection equipment that can be used for class presentations. Through this lab students are also provided access to electronic mail and library services. All students are urged to obtain a personal e-mail account as soon as possible after arrival on campus. Application forms are available in the Office of the Computer Support person, Steve Lasley, Room 1013.