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Biology PathfinderThe purpose of this pathfinder is to introduce some of the resources available in Houston Cole Library on BIOLOGY. The various types of library materials useful in research are described along with some examples of each type. This pathfinder is NOT a comprehensive listing of sources, but is intended to be a starting point from which patrons can begin their research according to their specific needs. BASIC INTRODUCTION OR OVERVIEW MATERIAL can be found in: REF QH302.5F38 World of Biology SUBJECT HEADINGS can be identified by using the Library of Congress Subject Headings books located at the Information Desk on each floor. Books on BIOLOGY can be located in the Library Catalog by entering a subject search. Click on the "Author/Title/Subject/Call Number" search, select "Subject", type in the subject and press Enter. Suggested subject headings for this topic are : Related headings include: Biochemistry, Botany, Ecology, Microbiology, Zoology. To browse the book stacks, here are some Library of Congress call numbers on the 9th floor. QH301-705 - General Biology REFERENCE TOOLSBIBLIOGRAPHIES -- list of books, periodical articles, and/or other materials by subject or author.REF QH303.6.D38 1995 Using the Biological Literature: a Practical Guide DICTIONARIES AND ENCYCLOPEDIAS -- provide definitions for useful terms, and an overview of topics. HANDBOOKS AND MANUALS -- cover broad subjects in a brief, concise manner and may include odd bits of information about a variety of topics (They may also be referred to as a compendium). GOVERNMENT PUBLICATIONS -- are primarily annual reports, studies, and statistics from the various departments and agencies of the government. They are cataloged and shelved like other books and microforms. (There is no separate collection of government publications in this library). JOURNALSJOURNALS held by the library can be identified by consulting the Library Catalog by searching under the journal name. Journal Titles on BIOLOGY can be located in the Library Catalog by clicking on "Author/Title/Subject/Call Number" search type. Then select "Journal Title," type in the title and press the enter key.A few Journals which would report on this topic are: Use these Electronic Databases to locate JOURNAL ARTICLES and other papers on BIOLOGY: Biological Sciences, Elsevier Science Direct, or General Science Abstracts. Also, scan for biology related periodicals in the current periodical section on the 9th floor. To see if a journal is available electronically in full text format, use Serials Solutions from the link on the Library's home page to seacrch or browse for the title. Tips on finding research articles. WEB SITESBrowse a list of Biology related Web sites selected by subject librarians at Houston Cole Library.INTERLIBRARY LOAN services are available to graduate students and faculty. Please ask a librarian about these services.
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