Science

Library databases are online collections that search quality journal, magazine, newspaper and other academic sources.

Most of our databases are searchable on our library discovery service, this means you can search several databases at once.

However, some databases will have to be searched separately. 

Click on the Databases button on the library website to:

• see a full listing of our databases
• see which ones are indexed on our library discovery service
• search each database individually

Search Donegal databases

Search Galway and Mayo databases

Search Sligo databases

Key Databases

Search Tips

• Plan your search. Brainstorm keywords and synonyms. For example, genes, genetic, hereditary, congenital, inherited.
• Most databases have an Advanced Search option. Use it to focus your search.
• Use "quote marks" to search for phrases. For example, "genetic disorders"

Science Direct Topic Finder

The Topic Finder at the bottom of the Science Direct database page is an excellent tool to find the most relevant excerpts, definitions and related content for science related terms. It provides definitions and detailed descriptions for words related to a wide range of Science disciplines. 

Access the Topics page by scrolling to the bottom of the page on ScienceDirect and clicking on "Browse by Topic".

FAQ

Why do I get an error message when I try to access ATU Library databases?

Can I access and search ATU Library databases from home?