If the source of the reference is incomplete or could be inaccurate then an alternative source should be found. CD-ROM databases or printed abstracting services available in the Learning Centre are useful here. Completing the form Please complete the form using capitals as this helps to ensure that your reference is understood. If possible, try to include a photocopy of the source of your reference. If you request a British thesis, you also need to fill in a white copyright declaration form.
Patent specifications are in the language of the originating country.
For copyright reasons you should ask for the whole issue of a periodical if you want more than one article from it. If you are unsure when completing these forms please ask for help at the Enquiry Desk Handing in your requests Once you have completed the request forms and bought your vouchers, you will need to have your forms checked at the Enquiry Desk. Staff will then give you a copy for your records. Your requests will then be passed for processing. Ensure that you will be able to collect the item.