This document provides instructions for students completing a chemistry assignment involving research on an assigned pollutant. The assignment involves finding information about the pollutant from various sources, including technical books, government documents, journal articles, chemical handbooks, and databases. Students are instructed to search library databases and catalogs to find and cite relevant sources. They must also answer questions requiring them to locate specific data, such as physical properties and toxicity information of the pollutant from sources like the EPA.
Library Handout CHEM 111 - Part 1 to Part 6hubbardd
This document provides instructions for an assignment in Chemistry 111 that involves researching and summarizing information about an assigned pollutant from various library sources. Students are directed to use library databases like LibCat, Web of Science, and government sources like EPA and NLM to find details like the chemical name and toxicity of the pollutant. They also learn how to cite sources in a bibliography and attach relevant printouts to their assignment. Key databases and government websites are demonstrated through screenshots to help students complete the multi-part research assignment.
This document provides instructions for a chemistry assignment involving research on an assigned pollutant using library databases and resources. It includes directions to find and summarize information on the pollutant from technical books, journal articles, government sources like the EPA, and chemical handbooks. Students are asked to search library databases and sources to find details like chemical names, toxicity values, typical exposure sources, and physical properties of the pollutant.
This document provides instructions for a chemistry exercise involving researching a pollutant using various library resources. It includes 6 parts where students are directed to search databases, books, and government sources to find physicochemical properties, toxicity information, and effects related to the pollutant and their major. The goal is to learn how to effectively search literature and find relevant information on an environmental pollutant from scientific and professional perspectives.
This document provides instructions for a chemistry exercise involving research on an assigned pollutant. Students are directed to use library databases and resources to find information on their pollutant, including technical books and documents, journal articles, toxicity data from government sources, and how the pollutant relates to their major field of study. The exercise involves citing sources in proper format and answering questions to demonstrate their findings. Students are to complete various parts of the assignment involving different library modules and resources on their pollutant.
This document provides guidance on how to search various library resources to find information related to chemistry topics. It outlines steps for searching the online catalog LibCat to find books and documents, the journal database Web of Science, chemical databases like ChemIDplus, and governmental websites. Governmental sources are used to define toxicity terms and find Superfund site details in Texas. Handbook databases can provide chemical property data. The document emphasizes using relevant search terms and limiting to refine results.
This document provides instructions for students on how to search various databases and resources to find information for an assignment on an assigned pollutant or Superfund site. It describes how to use the library catalog to find books, the Web of Science database to search journal articles, ChemIDplus for chemical properties and toxicity data, and the TCEQ website to locate details on a specific Superfund site in Texas. The document provides screenshots and step-by-step guidance for navigating the different resources.
This document provides instructions for students on how to search the scientific literature to find information about pollutants for a chemistry assignment. It describes how to use the library catalog to find books and documents, search journal databases, and locate toxicity data, definitions, and other details using specialized chemistry databases and websites. Students are guided through each step with screenshots to locate specific data on their assigned pollutant or Superfund site.
The document provides an overview of a library instruction session on researching for an assignment on environmental history in Europe. It discusses developing search strategies, identifying relevant databases and resources, dealing with unavailable full-text, and citing sources in Chicago style. Interactive questions and activities guide students through refining topics, searching databases, and ensuring they understand the research process and can find help from librarians.
Library Handout CHEM 111 - Part 1 to Part 6hubbardd
This document provides instructions for an assignment in Chemistry 111 that involves researching and summarizing information about an assigned pollutant from various library sources. Students are directed to use library databases like LibCat, Web of Science, and government sources like EPA and NLM to find details like the chemical name and toxicity of the pollutant. They also learn how to cite sources in a bibliography and attach relevant printouts to their assignment. Key databases and government websites are demonstrated through screenshots to help students complete the multi-part research assignment.
This document provides instructions for a chemistry assignment involving research on an assigned pollutant using library databases and resources. It includes directions to find and summarize information on the pollutant from technical books, journal articles, government sources like the EPA, and chemical handbooks. Students are asked to search library databases and sources to find details like chemical names, toxicity values, typical exposure sources, and physical properties of the pollutant.
This document provides instructions for a chemistry exercise involving researching a pollutant using various library resources. It includes 6 parts where students are directed to search databases, books, and government sources to find physicochemical properties, toxicity information, and effects related to the pollutant and their major. The goal is to learn how to effectively search literature and find relevant information on an environmental pollutant from scientific and professional perspectives.
This document provides instructions for a chemistry exercise involving research on an assigned pollutant. Students are directed to use library databases and resources to find information on their pollutant, including technical books and documents, journal articles, toxicity data from government sources, and how the pollutant relates to their major field of study. The exercise involves citing sources in proper format and answering questions to demonstrate their findings. Students are to complete various parts of the assignment involving different library modules and resources on their pollutant.
This document provides guidance on how to search various library resources to find information related to chemistry topics. It outlines steps for searching the online catalog LibCat to find books and documents, the journal database Web of Science, chemical databases like ChemIDplus, and governmental websites. Governmental sources are used to define toxicity terms and find Superfund site details in Texas. Handbook databases can provide chemical property data. The document emphasizes using relevant search terms and limiting to refine results.
This document provides instructions for students on how to search various databases and resources to find information for an assignment on an assigned pollutant or Superfund site. It describes how to use the library catalog to find books, the Web of Science database to search journal articles, ChemIDplus for chemical properties and toxicity data, and the TCEQ website to locate details on a specific Superfund site in Texas. The document provides screenshots and step-by-step guidance for navigating the different resources.
This document provides instructions for students on how to search the scientific literature to find information about pollutants for a chemistry assignment. It describes how to use the library catalog to find books and documents, search journal databases, and locate toxicity data, definitions, and other details using specialized chemistry databases and websites. Students are guided through each step with screenshots to locate specific data on their assigned pollutant or Superfund site.
The document provides an overview of a library instruction session on researching for an assignment on environmental history in Europe. It discusses developing search strategies, identifying relevant databases and resources, dealing with unavailable full-text, and citing sources in Chicago style. Interactive questions and activities guide students through refining topics, searching databases, and ensuring they understand the research process and can find help from librarians.
This Special Issue of the Journal of Apicultural Research (JAR) comprises the honey chapter (de Almeida-Muradian et al., 2020) of the COLOSS BEEBOOK Volume III “Standard methods for Apis mellifera hive product research”. The chapter describes the properties of Apis mellifera honey and standard protocols for the main methods of honey analysis. Further review papers and original research articles on honey and its properties can be found in the JAR Special Issue “Honey” published in issue 57
This tutorial provides an overview of library resources for chemical and biomolecular engineering students. It covers how to analyze a research topic, key indexes and databases for current information like Engineering Village 2 and Scopus, understanding citations, and an introduction to library services. The learning outcomes are to better analyze research topics, use appropriate sources for current information rather than Google Scholar alone, understand citations, and learn about additional library services. Demonstrations are provided of databases and other resources.
This document defines various types of research terms including:
1. An abstract is a summary of an article, book, or other work. An abstracting service produces abstracts for subscribers.
2. Access points are searchable fields like author or keywords that can be used to locate information in a database. Access tools are resources like indexes or databases used to find information.
3. Archival/documentary research involves finding, examining, and interpreting messages in sources like libraries, documents, or historical records.
The document provides tips for conducting research before writing a dissertation or thesis. It recommends becoming familiar with the required documentation style early on and practicing using it when writing papers. It also stresses the importance of carefully recording all bibliographic information as research is conducted in order to properly cite sources. Key details to record include author names, publication dates, titles, publishers, and online identifiers.
This document provides guidance on how to search and utilize the EBSCO databases available through the BCC library system. It explains that EBSCO is a database platform that provides access to over 25 academic databases. It then outlines the steps for searching the databases, including choosing specific databases to search at once, using boolean operators like AND and OR to combine search terms, and refining results by date range or subject. The document also explains how to review article search results, including reading the abstract and utilizing the citation tools available for selected articles.
The document provides an introduction and overview of using the Web of Science database to search for and retrieve scholarly journal articles. It discusses creating an off-campus access PIN, using the database finder and general search features to locate articles on a topic, reviewing article records, and utilizing citation searching and the marked list options. Students are guided through an example search on "nano-liquid chromatography" and retrieving full-text articles through the library's holdings.
The document provides guidance on conducting a literature search for a class project on rockets and mission analysis. It outlines selecting a topic tied to rocketry, reviewing at least two technical papers less than 5 years old through interlibrary loan, and writing a report with references. It then details resources for finding papers, including the library website, interlibrary loans, RefWorks, and research guides. Finally, it reviews specific databases for searching - Advanced Technologies & Aerospace, AIAA Aerospace Research Central, and Engineering Village/Compendex - and downloading results to RefWorks.
The document provides guidance on planning project research by outlining 7 steps: 1) describing the topic, 2) identifying keywords, 3) identifying sources like databases and catalogs, 4) considering additional sources, 5) searching databases, 6) useful search hints, and 7) a project methodology checklist. It emphasizes building an effective search strategy, exploring a variety of source types, and refining searches to locate relevant high-quality sources. The library databases, catalog, and subject librarian are identified as key resources for supporting project research.
This document provides instructions for an assignment involving locating peer-reviewed articles. Students are asked to find a peer-reviewed article in their field, check if the sources cited are also peer-reviewed, and obtain digital copies of the cover pages of 4 articles cited. The document explains how to identify peer-reviewed articles, find them in databases, determine if a journal is peer-reviewed, and get digital copies of cited article cover pages from the library online or via scanning. Contact information is provided for any additional questions.
This document provides guidance on how to effectively search for and use biomedical literature. It outlines key biomedical databases like Medline and Science Direct that contain bibliographic details and full text journal articles. It also discusses developing an effective search strategy by breaking questions into concepts and alternative terms. The document stresses evaluating search results and describes peer review as the quality control process for academic research. Finally, it provides tips on accessing resources, referencing works cited, and getting help from library staff.
This webinar discusses teaching chemical information retrieval. It begins by outlining the speaker's interest in chemical information retrieval in the 1980s due to the future of electronic storage of chemical data. The webinar then covers several topics: who should teach chemical information retrieval courses, how to teach databases and specialized search skills like substructure searching, and whether to teach search skills or solutions. Key points emphasized are engaging students, understanding database scope and search features, and teaching relevant skills that transfer across resources.
This document provides an overview of resources for researching and writing a paper on the topic of American foreign policy. It discusses selecting an appropriate information source, such as a scholarly journal article, for an assignment. It also covers evaluating the messages and perspectives of different information sources. The document recommends databases and other tools for finding relevant publications and emphasizes choosing sources that are appropriate for academic analysis.
Teaching chemical information retrieval 26 May 2015Ann-Marie Roche
Judith Currano and Professor Damon Ridley debated key chemistry information retrieval related topics, such as :
• What you need to teach, should there be dedicated courses or course integrated instruction for example?
• Is chemical information retrieval something that can be self-taught?
• How much time is needed to teach general search strategies?
• Should teaching be more problem based?
This document provides an overview of different types of scientific literature for environmental topics, how to evaluate websites, and what databases to use. It discusses tertiary, secondary, and primary sources. Tertiary sources provide broad overviews, secondary sources summarize primary research, and primary sources present original research results. It recommends databases like Environment Complete, GreenFile, and Science Citation Index for finding secondary and primary sources. The document teaches how to search the databases, identify different source types, and get full-text access. It also covers evaluating websites and citing sources in RefWorks.
This document provides an overview of library resources for the course EL3208 Bilingualism. It outlines advanced search techniques for databases like LLBA and PsycINFO, including the use of Boolean operators, quotation marks, asterisks and parentheses. It also lists specific databases for finding journal articles, books, newspapers and theses. The document describes how to evaluate information sources and avoid plagiarism. It promotes getting help from the librarian and introduces resources like EndNote, Google Scholar and myLINC.
The document summarizes plans for EBSCOhost's Integrated Search (EHIS) release in June 2009. Key points include:
- Search results will be displayed in tiers, with tier 1 sources appearing first for a faster experience and tier 2 sources appearing in a separate panel and caching in the background.
- Examples of tier 1 and tier 2 sources are provided for business, science, and nursing subjects.
- The tiered model allows for flexibility in customizing the user experience and secondary sources are still included through caching.
- Usability testing was conducted to evaluate the best design and user experience.
Presented by Susan Ujka Larson
Manager, Information Central
Fairfax County Public Library
12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 324
Fairfax, Virginia 22035-0012
susan.larson@fairfaxcounty.gov
This document provides an overview of literature searching and using databases to find veterinary journal articles. It discusses what databases are and how they index journal articles. Key databases for veterinary literature are identified as Medline, Science Citation Index, Science Direct. Search strategies are recommended, including defining your question and identifying relevant concepts and terms. Instructions are provided for accessing databases through the library website and conducting sample searches.
This document provides an overview of literature searching and using databases to find veterinary publications. It discusses what databases are and how they can be used to find bibliographic details and sometimes full text of journal articles. Key databases for veterinary literature are identified. Search strategies are discussed, including defining questions, identifying keywords, and evaluating results. Accessing databases through the library is explained.
This document provides an overview of literature searching and using databases to find veterinary publications. It discusses what databases are and how they can be used to find bibliographic details and sometimes full text of journal articles. Key databases for veterinary literature are identified. Search strategies are discussed, including defining questions, identifying keywords, and evaluating results. Accessing databases through the library is explained.
This Special Issue of the Journal of Apicultural Research (JAR) comprises the honey chapter (de Almeida-Muradian et al., 2020) of the COLOSS BEEBOOK Volume III “Standard methods for Apis mellifera hive product research”. The chapter describes the properties of Apis mellifera honey and standard protocols for the main methods of honey analysis. Further review papers and original research articles on honey and its properties can be found in the JAR Special Issue “Honey” published in issue 57
This tutorial provides an overview of library resources for chemical and biomolecular engineering students. It covers how to analyze a research topic, key indexes and databases for current information like Engineering Village 2 and Scopus, understanding citations, and an introduction to library services. The learning outcomes are to better analyze research topics, use appropriate sources for current information rather than Google Scholar alone, understand citations, and learn about additional library services. Demonstrations are provided of databases and other resources.
This document defines various types of research terms including:
1. An abstract is a summary of an article, book, or other work. An abstracting service produces abstracts for subscribers.
2. Access points are searchable fields like author or keywords that can be used to locate information in a database. Access tools are resources like indexes or databases used to find information.
3. Archival/documentary research involves finding, examining, and interpreting messages in sources like libraries, documents, or historical records.
The document provides tips for conducting research before writing a dissertation or thesis. It recommends becoming familiar with the required documentation style early on and practicing using it when writing papers. It also stresses the importance of carefully recording all bibliographic information as research is conducted in order to properly cite sources. Key details to record include author names, publication dates, titles, publishers, and online identifiers.
This document provides guidance on how to search and utilize the EBSCO databases available through the BCC library system. It explains that EBSCO is a database platform that provides access to over 25 academic databases. It then outlines the steps for searching the databases, including choosing specific databases to search at once, using boolean operators like AND and OR to combine search terms, and refining results by date range or subject. The document also explains how to review article search results, including reading the abstract and utilizing the citation tools available for selected articles.
The document provides an introduction and overview of using the Web of Science database to search for and retrieve scholarly journal articles. It discusses creating an off-campus access PIN, using the database finder and general search features to locate articles on a topic, reviewing article records, and utilizing citation searching and the marked list options. Students are guided through an example search on "nano-liquid chromatography" and retrieving full-text articles through the library's holdings.
The document provides guidance on conducting a literature search for a class project on rockets and mission analysis. It outlines selecting a topic tied to rocketry, reviewing at least two technical papers less than 5 years old through interlibrary loan, and writing a report with references. It then details resources for finding papers, including the library website, interlibrary loans, RefWorks, and research guides. Finally, it reviews specific databases for searching - Advanced Technologies & Aerospace, AIAA Aerospace Research Central, and Engineering Village/Compendex - and downloading results to RefWorks.
The document provides guidance on planning project research by outlining 7 steps: 1) describing the topic, 2) identifying keywords, 3) identifying sources like databases and catalogs, 4) considering additional sources, 5) searching databases, 6) useful search hints, and 7) a project methodology checklist. It emphasizes building an effective search strategy, exploring a variety of source types, and refining searches to locate relevant high-quality sources. The library databases, catalog, and subject librarian are identified as key resources for supporting project research.
This document provides instructions for an assignment involving locating peer-reviewed articles. Students are asked to find a peer-reviewed article in their field, check if the sources cited are also peer-reviewed, and obtain digital copies of the cover pages of 4 articles cited. The document explains how to identify peer-reviewed articles, find them in databases, determine if a journal is peer-reviewed, and get digital copies of cited article cover pages from the library online or via scanning. Contact information is provided for any additional questions.
This document provides guidance on how to effectively search for and use biomedical literature. It outlines key biomedical databases like Medline and Science Direct that contain bibliographic details and full text journal articles. It also discusses developing an effective search strategy by breaking questions into concepts and alternative terms. The document stresses evaluating search results and describes peer review as the quality control process for academic research. Finally, it provides tips on accessing resources, referencing works cited, and getting help from library staff.
This webinar discusses teaching chemical information retrieval. It begins by outlining the speaker's interest in chemical information retrieval in the 1980s due to the future of electronic storage of chemical data. The webinar then covers several topics: who should teach chemical information retrieval courses, how to teach databases and specialized search skills like substructure searching, and whether to teach search skills or solutions. Key points emphasized are engaging students, understanding database scope and search features, and teaching relevant skills that transfer across resources.
This document provides an overview of resources for researching and writing a paper on the topic of American foreign policy. It discusses selecting an appropriate information source, such as a scholarly journal article, for an assignment. It also covers evaluating the messages and perspectives of different information sources. The document recommends databases and other tools for finding relevant publications and emphasizes choosing sources that are appropriate for academic analysis.
Teaching chemical information retrieval 26 May 2015Ann-Marie Roche
Judith Currano and Professor Damon Ridley debated key chemistry information retrieval related topics, such as :
• What you need to teach, should there be dedicated courses or course integrated instruction for example?
• Is chemical information retrieval something that can be self-taught?
• How much time is needed to teach general search strategies?
• Should teaching be more problem based?
This document provides an overview of different types of scientific literature for environmental topics, how to evaluate websites, and what databases to use. It discusses tertiary, secondary, and primary sources. Tertiary sources provide broad overviews, secondary sources summarize primary research, and primary sources present original research results. It recommends databases like Environment Complete, GreenFile, and Science Citation Index for finding secondary and primary sources. The document teaches how to search the databases, identify different source types, and get full-text access. It also covers evaluating websites and citing sources in RefWorks.
This document provides an overview of library resources for the course EL3208 Bilingualism. It outlines advanced search techniques for databases like LLBA and PsycINFO, including the use of Boolean operators, quotation marks, asterisks and parentheses. It also lists specific databases for finding journal articles, books, newspapers and theses. The document describes how to evaluate information sources and avoid plagiarism. It promotes getting help from the librarian and introduces resources like EndNote, Google Scholar and myLINC.
The document summarizes plans for EBSCOhost's Integrated Search (EHIS) release in June 2009. Key points include:
- Search results will be displayed in tiers, with tier 1 sources appearing first for a faster experience and tier 2 sources appearing in a separate panel and caching in the background.
- Examples of tier 1 and tier 2 sources are provided for business, science, and nursing subjects.
- The tiered model allows for flexibility in customizing the user experience and secondary sources are still included through caching.
- Usability testing was conducted to evaluate the best design and user experience.
Presented by Susan Ujka Larson
Manager, Information Central
Fairfax County Public Library
12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 324
Fairfax, Virginia 22035-0012
susan.larson@fairfaxcounty.gov
This document provides an overview of literature searching and using databases to find veterinary journal articles. It discusses what databases are and how they index journal articles. Key databases for veterinary literature are identified as Medline, Science Citation Index, Science Direct. Search strategies are recommended, including defining your question and identifying relevant concepts and terms. Instructions are provided for accessing databases through the library website and conducting sample searches.
This document provides an overview of literature searching and using databases to find veterinary publications. It discusses what databases are and how they can be used to find bibliographic details and sometimes full text of journal articles. Key databases for veterinary literature are identified. Search strategies are discussed, including defining questions, identifying keywords, and evaluating results. Accessing databases through the library is explained.
This document provides an overview of literature searching and using databases to find veterinary publications. It discusses what databases are and how they can be used to find bibliographic details and sometimes full text of journal articles. Key databases for veterinary literature are identified. Search strategies are discussed, including defining questions, identifying keywords, and evaluating results. Accessing databases through the library is explained.
This document provides an overview of literature searching and using databases to find veterinary publications. It discusses what databases are and how they can be used to find bibliographic details and sometimes full text of journal articles. Key databases for veterinary literature are identified. Search strategies are discussed, including defining questions, identifying keywords, and evaluating results. Accessing databases through the library is explained.
This document provides an overview of literature searching and using databases to find veterinary publications. It discusses what databases are and how they can be used to find bibliographic details and sometimes full text of journal articles. Key databases for veterinary literature are identified. Search strategies are discussed, including defining questions, identifying keywords, and evaluating results. Accessing databases through the library is explained.
The aim of this lecture is to give an overview of the research process and to include resources to look for marketing information and company financial data.
The document provides guidance and instructions for students on conducting research using online library databases and resources. It discusses evaluating the reliability of different sources, using keywords and subject headings in searches, limiting searches to peer-reviewed sources, and tools for citation and saving or emailing articles from databases. Students are instructed to practice searches on topics of their choice in the school library using the provided resources.
Similar to Library Handout CHEM 111 Spring 2014 (20)
1. Chemistry 111: Exercise 1
INTRODUCTION TO THE SCIENTIFIC LITERATURE
• Read each section of the assignment and
the questions. Then use the guide to help
find the answers.
• If you have problems please ask at the
Evans Library Ask Us Desk, Chat with us
at http://guides.library.tamu.edu/askus or
call 979-845-5741
2. 1.1 Use LibCat to find a book or government document on your assigned
pollutant. Write the title of the publication in Part 1.1. If there are too
many items listed, narrow the subject or keyword search with terms like
pollution or environment. The truncation symbol ? can be used to help
broaden the search.
Example search: Keyword = benzene AND pollut?
LibCat searches generally rank results in a relevancy order; use the pull-
down menu to change to a ranking by date to examine recent works.
Part 1. Finding Technical Books and Government Documents Using LibCat
3. 1.2 Obtain a Location Guide from the Evans Library Ask Us Desk or
other service desk. Look for your book or document in the library, and
circle its location on the Location Guide to show where you found the
item.
Example: QD’s on 4th floor, or government documents on the
5th floor of the Sterling C. Evans Library Annex.
Attach the Location Guide and a print out of the LibCat record for the
item to the Data Reduction and Analysis worksheet. If the item is
electronic and if there is no call number associated with the
item then choose another publication.
1.3 Use the LibCat record for the publication recorded in part 1.1 to
answer the following questions on the worksheet form: Was the item
checked out, or on the shelf? What is the Call Number? What is
the format?
Part 1. Finding Technical Books and Government Documents Using LibCat
4. Questions for Part 1
Part 1.1 Name of Publication
Part 1.2 Attach copy of the LibCat record
Part 1.3 Was the item checked out, or on the shelf? What is the call number?
Format—Circle the correct format(s): Print, Electronic, Microform/Microfiche
Part 1. Finding Technical Books and Government Documents Using LibCat
5. 1. Go to the Libraries’ homepage:
library.tamu.edu
Then click the LibCat link.
Library Module 1: Technical Books and Government Documents
6. Library Module 1: Technical Books and Government Documents
2. Click on Advanced Search
7. Library Module 1: Technical Books and Government Documents
3. Enter the search terms. Use the truncation
symbol ? to include words that start with “pollut”,
such as pollution, polluting, pollutant, etc.
4. Click Search
8. 5. Change “Sort By” to “Publish Date.” This will
sort the results beginning with the most recent.
6. Click on the title of the
item to see the record.
Library Module 1: Technical Books and Government Documents
9. Library Module 1: Technical Books and Government Documents
LibCat Record for an Individual Item
NOTE: This government document is available online
and in microfiche. Information about the
microfiche version is shown below.
7. Note location,
call number,
and status
8. Click the link to find the
location in the library.
10. Part 2. Tools for Searching the Professional Journal Literature
For this exercise, you will be using one or more of the major databases
often used by undergraduates. These databases allow you to quickly
locate articles on a topic. Using a database is much quicker than
searching individual journals.
When communicating with other professionals, you need to give them all
the information they will need to find the article for themselves. Proper
citation form becomes important. The following exercises will show you
the way to arrange the information that identifies the book or journal
article in proper citation form.
11. Part 2. Tools for Searching the Professional Journal Literature
2.1 Use Web of Science, Environmental Sciences & Pollution Management,
or Academic Search Complete to find a scientific article published in the last five
years on your assigned pollutant. Please note that you can limit by date in these
databases. You can also limit by type of material: book, articles, and conference
proceedings. You will limit your search to articles.
Example keyword search: benzene and pollut* (notice that for this database the
truncation symbol has changed to an *.)
Print the first page of the article, if the full text is available online. If not, print the
citation, with abstract if available, from the database. Attach your printout to the
back of this page. If the library does not subscribe to the online version of the
journal, use LibCat to determine if the print version of the article is available on
campus. Be sure to verify that the library owns the particular volume by looking at
the list of volumes found at the bottom of the LibCat record. If the University
Libraries subscribe to the journal, list the call number.
2.2 Provide the bibliographic citation you would need to cite the article in a
paper—journal articles should be cited using the following format:
Authors separated by semicolons, Article Title, Journal name in italics,
Year in bold, Volume in italics, Page numbers.
Example: E. J. Mawk; M. Hyman; M. W. Rowe. Re-examination of Ancient DNA in
Texas Rock Paintings. Journal of Archaeological Science 2002, 29, 301-306.
12. Questions for Part 2
Part 2.1 Attach the first page of your article or list call #
Part 2.2 Write the bibliographic citation
Part 2. Tools for Searching the Professional Journal Literature
13. Library Module 2: Tools for Searching the Professional Journal Literature
1. Go to the Libraries’ homepage:
library.tamu.edu
Then click the Databases tab.
2. Enter the name of the
database you want to search
3. Click
Search
14. Library Module 2: Tools for Searching the Professional Journal Literature
4. You may be asked to authenticate
by providing your NetID and password.
15. 5. Click on the name or
“View Online” to access
the database
Library Module 2: Tools for Searching the Professional Journal Literature
16. 6. Enter your search terms(s) using an “and” between terms and
an “*” as a truncation symbol where appropriate. Using pollut*
will retrieve pollutant, polluted, etc.
7. Limit by language
8. Limit by publication
date range
9. Limit the search to just the
Science Citation Index. This
will help focus the search to
science journal articles
Library Module 2: Tools for Searching the Professional Journal Literature
10. Click Search
17. 10. Select an article. To see the full record
(mainly an abstract), click on the article title.
11. To determine if the library subscribes to the
journal, click the “Full Text” and then the
“Find Text @ TAMU” button.
Library Module 2: Tools for Searching the Professional Journal Literature
18. 12. This article is available online. Click
the link to see the full-text of the article
13. If the article is not available online, click the LibCat or
MSL Catalog link to see if we have it in print and obtain
the call number.
Library Module 2: Tools for Searching the Professional Journal Literature
19. 12. This article is available online. Click
the link to see the full-text of the article
13. If the article is not available online, click the LibCat or
MSL Catalog link to see if we have it in print and obtain
the call number.
Library Module 2: Tools for Searching the Professional Journal Literature
20. 14. If available online, click the PDF icon to obtain
the full-text of the article and print the first page
for your assignment.
Library Module 2: Tools for Searching the Professional Journal Literature
21. Part 3. Governmental Information Sources: EPA and NLM
3.1 Using ChemIDplus or IRIS, find the CASRN (Chemical Abstracts Service Registry
Number) and molecular formula for the assigned pollutant.
3.2 Use ChemIDplus to find two other names for the assigned pollutant, including the
systematic name.
3.3 Use IRIS, ChemIDplus, or other sources identified in this assignment to determine
where this compound or element primarily occurs as a pollutant. Examples: air,
water, food, etc.
3.4 Does ChemIDplus include a table of toxicity values for your pollutant?
3.5 Use any source, including the EPA site (http://www.epa.gov/OCEPAterms/lterms.html),
to find brief definitions for the following terms used in toxicity studies and
regulations; LD, LD50, LC, LC50, LOAEL.
22. Part 3. Governmental Information Sources: EPA and NLM
Questions for Part 3
Part 3.1 What is the CASRN and molecular formula for your pollutant?
Part 3.2 Two other names for the pollutant, including the systemic name?
Part 3.3 Where does pollutant occur?
Part 3.4 Does your pollutant have a toxicity table?
Part 3.5 Provide definitions:
a. LD
b. LD50
c. LC
d. LC50
e. LOAEL
23. 1. Go to the Libraries’ homepage:
library.tamu.edu
Then click the Databases tab.
2. Enter the name of the
database you want to search
3. Click
Search
Library Module 3: Governmental Information Sources: EPA and NLM
24. 4. Click on the name or
“View Online” to access
the database
Library Module 3: Governmental Information Sources: EPA and NLM
25. 5. Enter your element or compound as
the search term. He click Search.
IRIS Search Screen
Library Module 3: Governmental Information Sources: EPA and NLM
26. IRIS Search Results
If you want to view the IRIS record for your
substance, click the substance name.
7. Go back to the IRIS homepage.
6. Note the CASRN
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27. 8. Select ChemIDplus, a
companion database to IRIS
9. Enter your element or compound as
the search term. He click Search.
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28. ChemIDplus Record
10. Click the buttons below for alternate names, chemical formulas, and
toxicological information. “Notes” may contain information about uses.
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29. Exercise 3.5
1. Go to the Libraries’ homepage:
library.tamu.edu
Then click the Databases tab.
2. Enter the name of the
database you want to search
3. Click
Search
NOTE: You can find definitions for environmental
terms in one of EPA’s glossaries, as well as some
dictionaries and handbooks found in Knovel.
Here is the URL for one of EPS’s glossaries:
http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/glossary/index.html
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30. Exercise 3.5
4. Click on the name or
“View Online” to access
the database
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31. Exercise 3.5
5. Enter your search term
and click GO.
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32. Exercise 3.5
6. Click on the link to look at the definition.
NOTE: You may need to look through
several of these online handbooks
and dictionaries to find a definition.
You might also consider using the
EPA Glossary mentioned on Slide 28
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33. Part 4. Finding Information in Chemical Handbooks
4.1 Use CHEMnetBASE, Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology, or
Knovel Database to find information on your pollutant, including melting point,
boiling point, and uses.
4.2 Identify the sources (substances) used to manufacture this chemical.
4.3 If the pollutant is naturally occurring, where is it found?
34. Questions for Part 4
Part 4.1 Melting point, boiling point, and uses
Part 4.2 Substances required for manufacture
Part 4.3 Where it is found in nature (if naturally occurring)
Part 4. Finding Information in Chemical Handbooks
35. 1. Go to
library.tamu.edu
2. Select “Databases”
3. Enter CHEMnetBASE
as the search term
4. Click on the link for
CHEMnetBASE
5. Select the Combined
Chemical Dictionary
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36. 6. Enter the name of the substance.
Then click Search.
NOTE: Search by CASRN (instead of chemical name) if the chemical
name search is unproductive (i.e., too many of the wrong results).
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37. 7. Click the Details icon.
NOTE: If your substance is not in the Combined Chemical Dictionary, search
Knovel or the Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology.
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38. 8. Contains information on sources,
uses, and physical properties.
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39. Part 5. Database for Locating Superfund Sites in Texas by County: TCEQ
Using this website,
http://www.tceq.state.tx.us/remediation/superfund/sites/county/index.html,
complete the following for one Superfund site located in the county where you
are from. (Example: Dallas, Houston, Navarro, etc.) If your county isn’t listed,
then select a neighboring county that is more populated or industrialized.
Superfund Site Name
Location
Status
Types of Facilities
Category
Last Date Updated
Media Affected
Latitude
Longitude
Hazard Ranking Score (HRS)
Contaminants at Time of HRS
TCEQ Region
Legislative District
40. 1. Go to the following URL:
http://www.tceq.state.tx.us/remediation/superfund/sites/county/index.html
2. Select a county.
NOTE: If your county
is not listed, choose a
nearby county.
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41. 3. Select a site.
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42. 4. Obtain data for your assignment from
this webpage.
NOTE: Not all sites will have data in
a tabular form or be as detailed.
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43. Part 6. Learning How This Pollutant Affects or Might be Handled
by Professionals in Your Major Area of Study
6.1 Use the Subject Guides link on the university libraries homepage to find the
subject guide for your major or a related field (http://guides.library.tamu.edu/).
Select one of the databases listed. Identify the name of the subject guide, the
name of the database, and your major.
6.2 Find an article in the database that addresses how professionals in your
chosen field deal with or are affected by the pollutant, or if the particular
pollutant isn’t listed, by pollution in general. A business major, for example,
might search a business database to find an article on the financial impact of
pollution abatement for the chemical. A liberal arts major could use newspaper
databases to determine how the media has covered pollution caused by the
chemical. Consider terms such as public health, occupational exposure, and
risk to workers. Write a short summary of your findings and provide the
citation to the article. Write no more than half a page. If you do not find material
in 20 minutes, then please ask for help. Include the citation.
44. Questions for Part 6
Part 6.1 Name of the subject guide
Name of the database
Major
Part 6.2 Attach the article summary (typed) with the appropriate citation.
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by Professionals in Your Major Area of Study
45. Library Module 6: Pollution and Your Chosen Profession
To locate a subject guide:
1. Go to the Libraries’ homepage:
library.tamu.edu
2a. Click “Subject (History, Chemistry, etc)” to search
for a subject guide.
OR
2b. Click “Subject Librarians” for a list of subject guides
and librarians. This approach may be better since it
takes you directly to the list.
46. Clicking the “Subject Librarian” link
resulted in this list of subject guides.
3. Select a subject guide for your field.
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47. 4. Some subject guides will have databases listed under the
“Getting Started” tab, but others may have databases listed
under an “Articles” or “Databases” tab.
5. Select a database to search the
journal literature for that discipline.
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48. 6. Enter search terms 7. Click Search
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49. 8. Choose an article. You can click on
the article title to see an abstract.
9. If the full-text is not available in the
database, use the “Find Text @ TAMU”
button to see if the library has the article
online or in print.
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50. 10. The library has the article available
online. Click one of the links to access.
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