Paper Manufacture Research C. Chronology Emphasis is on current imprints, although substantial studies, systematic descriptions of relevant regions, and classic works may be purchased as funds and availability allow. D. Geographic Guidelines Materials relevant to the eastern region of the United States are of greatest importance. Materials dealing with other regions worldwide are collected if needed for support of research projects or when the materials are of broad general interest. E. Languages English is the primary language of the collection. Materials in French, German, and other European languages, as well as in Japanese, are purchased selectively usually through faculty request.
Textbooks are few in number and are limited to essential basic materials.
Biographical materials and historical developments in forestry in the United States, including political, economic, and environmental concerns, are of interest. Popular works of substantial content from reputable publishers are purchased selectively. G. Formats Primarily print for monographs and most journals, though electronic full-text is also of growing importance for journals. Bibliographic databases are available through the Internet. The Libraries support access to major bibliographic databases in forestry and wood science and forest products.