Sunday, September 11, 2005

Where to find subject specific articles

How to Find the Invisible Web

Simply think "databases" and keep your eyes open. You can find searchable databases and other invisible web stuff in the course of routine searching in most general web directories.

Some of the best places to find information about the Invisible Web are:

The Invisible Web Directory

Directory of Open Access Journals
Examples: HighWire Press, Medical journal articles, PlosBiology

Finding Information on the Internet

Of particular value in academic research are:
Librarians Index ot the Internet
AcademicInfo
Infomine
SearchEngine.com (Info on left side)

A tip for finding information on a specific topic:
Search 'Database + Topic' Try it!