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Biological Sciences Research Guide
This guide is designed to help you find resources and get started with research in the Biological Sciences.
How to read a scientific article
- How to read a journal articleA great description of peer-reviewed articles, their structure and what is in each element
Contact information
Start your research: useful databases
- Global Issues in Context This link opens in a new window
- Gale in Context: Environmental Studies (formerly known as GREENR) This link opens in a new window
Attention Grad Students
- SHU Library Dissertation ServicesDetailed instructions on how to submit your thesis or dissertation online
Science Research and Writing Books
Research Methods, Statistics, and Applications by Call Number: Q180.55.S7 A33 2019ISBN: 9781506350455
A Concise Introduction to Mixed Methods Research by Call Number: H62 .C69618 2015ISBN: 9781483359045
The Craft of Research by Call Number: REFERENCE Q180.55.M4 B66 2016, also available as an ebookISBN: 9780226239569
How to Write a Research Grant Proposal - and Succeed by Call Number: Q180.55.G7 C73 2016ISBN: 9781783267590
Enjoy Writing Your Science Thesis or Dissertation! by Call Number: T11 .H582 2014ISBN: 9781783264209
