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BIO 233 - Genetics

BIO 233 - Genetics

Research Article Databases

Article Databases:

Open-Access Online Portals:

Journal articles are very specific. 

  • Finding articles is easier after you have read a review article(s) on your topic.


Use more than one article database. 

  • No database searches everything.
  • For thorough research, use more than one database and try different search terms.

Need an article that isn't full text? Access the request form below.

Getting Started with Review Articles

To find research articles, start by reading review articles. 

Review articles provide:

  • important keywords and terms
  • a timeline of existing research, 
  • great bibliographies of previous research,
  • the names of important authors on that area of scientific research.

After you have read some review articles, you are ready to move on to finding Research Articles.

Annual Reviews offer "comprehensive, timely collections of critical reviews written by leading scientists" in a variety of disciplines, including:


Individual Annual Review Titles:

You can limit to review articles here:

Need an article that isn't full text? Access the request form below.