This guide has been created by librarians at NOVA to help you find books, articles, videos, and other types of resources related to this program of study. Direct comments to jcombs@nvcc.edu
For individual research help, schedule an appointment to meet with a librarian.
Articles
The best way to locate articles is through the library databases. Go to Databases by Subject and look under the category Biography to find a list of relevant databases. You may also want to look under the catagory related to your chosen individual and their field to find additional databases. You can also perform a search in the databases below.
Remember not to write sentences in the search box. Search by topic or keyword.
Look for additional keywords or subjects offered. Also make sure you look for toolbars that provide print, email, and citation options.
A multi-disciplinary database which offers information in many areas of academic study. This database supports high-level research in the key areas of academic study by providing access to journals, periodicals, reports, books and more. (VIVA)
Coverage includes over 8,914 journals and magazines dating back to 1887. Subjects include: Animal science; Anthropology; Astronomy; Biology; Chemistry; Engineering; Ethnic and multicultural studies; General science; Geography; Geology; Law; Mathematics; Music; Pharmaceutical sciences; Physics; Psychology; Religion and philosophy; Science and technology; Veterinary science; Women's studies; Zoology.