To access the library's e-resources, like ebooks and databases, you will log in with your full USC Aiken email address and your email password.
Follow this link for more information and troubleshooting instructions.
When searching using Google, here are some tips for limiting your searches.
-On Google, you have the option to limit your searches to just news or just books by clicking those options at top of the page, above your search results.
-You can limit your searches to just government information by tying in your search terms, followed by site:.gov
For example: [covid masks transmission site:.gov]
-You can also limit your searches to specific websites by typing in your search terms, followed by site: and the site url, like site:nytimes.com
For example: [covid masks transmission site:nytimes.com]
Below is a list of databases where you can find news articles in the sciences.
Why search here? Good starting point when researching topics that intersect with multiple disciplines.
Content type: Scholarly articles, newspaper articles, magazine articles, trade journal articles
Coverage dates: 1887-present; varies by title
When looking for or keeping up with science news, it helps to be familiar with the most prominent and respected publications that are most commonly followed by experts/practitioners in their fields. Here are some examples provided by your professor.
First time users: On the site, type in the school name and follow the instructions
Already registered: If you don't have an active academic pass, visit accessnyt.com, type in the school name, and follow the instructions. Since you are registered, lick "Already have an account" which is found below “Create an Account”
Register using your USCA email account. Entitles users to WSJ app also.
Some websites present themselves as covering science news when what they're actually doing is disseminating press releases. An example of this is Science Daily. Whenever you're not sure, read a platform's "About" page to see how they describe themselves. You can also search google regarding a platform's reputation or integrity.
