Research Guide: Earth Sciences

Welcome to the Research Guide for Earth Sciences. Here you will find a selection of resources to help you get started. This page is organized via the tabs which designate the section of the Research Guide. Under each tab you will find resources specific to that tab. Here are some places to start when you're not sure where to begin:

Background information on a topic can often be found in encyclopedias, dictionaries, and other reference sources. There are encyclopedias in the reference area on the first floor of Milne Library that cover most topics.   Books often treat a topic more comprehensively than journal articles. Books can be a good place to find an overview of a topic. References to additional articles and books can often be found in a bibliography at the end of a chapter. Since journal articles are often more focused than books, they may provide more specific information than books. References to additional articles and books can often be found in a bibliography at the end of an article. Information in journal articles is usually more current than information in books.

Databases to begin your research (more are listed under the Databases & Journals tab above)