Some bibliographies, such as single-author bibliographies and others that are narrow in scope, may be selected for the circulating collections. C. Biographical Sources. Works dealing with professional, New York State, United States and international biography, both current and retrospective, are housed in Reference. These include both selected sciences and general sources as well as sources specific to the program needs of science departments at the University at Albany. Specialized dictionaries relevant to the needs of the science departments as well as other subject specific dictionaries, dictionaries of slang, historical dictionaries, etc. are also included in the collection.
Emphasis is on curricular-specific items rather than general interest materials.
Encyclopedias are updated on a rotating basis. Specialized subject encyclopedias are maintained in Reference until outdated or superseded. Selected older editions of significant value may be retained in Reference. F. Indexes and Abstracts. Indexes and abstracts, including CD-ROM format, that support the research and teaching needs of the science departments are purchased within budgetary limitations.