If you're looking for a specific database, you'll find it here. Most of the databases have clear names that should give you an idea of whether or not you'll be interested by them. For more information, you can click the icon for a brief description of the database. Use the Subject Lists These will show you the most relevant databases in a general subject area. At CUA, we have lists of multidisciplinary databases, and databases in the arts, humanities, and religion, business and economics, health sciences, physical sciences and engineering, and social sciences.
Some databases are useful for more than one category.
Once you have chosen a database, look for Help or Information screens. These provide more detailed information about what the database covers and the best way to search it. You can also contact the librarian for your subject area if you have a question about using a specialized database. Suggests criteria for telling academic research journals from trade or popular publications. Finding Reserve Materials Techniques for locating books, journals, photocopies, and electronic course reserves.