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Health & Psychology Postgraduates & Researchers: Literature Searching part 1: Searching databases

This session will demonstrate how to perform a literature search for your dissertation/research paper using online databases.

Databases covered will include those in the EBSCOhost and Ovid Online platforms where you will be shown how to search using MeSH terms (Subject Headings) as well as your own search terms.

Other databases covered will include Scopus and Web of Science.

Related library guide: Advanced literature search and systematic reviews by Antonella Yarnold

Date:
Wednesday 6 November 2024
Time:
14:00 - 15:00
Site:
Online Workshop
Event organiser:
Steve O'Driscoll
Audience:
  Postgraduate  
Categories:
  Health & Medical Sciences (Clerkenwell & Moorgate)  

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We endeavour to make our workshops inclusive by design. If you require a specific adjustment for this workshop, email subjectlibrarians@citystgeorges.ac.uk. Include the name, date and time of the workshop you wish to attend to discuss support options. Some adjustments may take longer to organise, so contact us in good time before the start of the workshop.
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