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Welcome to your Library

Some things have changed but not the important things.

We're still as friendly as ever and ready to support you during your programme. Whether you are a new or returning student, you can quickly find out the essentials and keep up-to-date with any changes by visiting the "Welcome to your Library" guide.

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Shirley

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Shirley Yearwood-Jackman

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Databases for Life Sciences

BIOSIS Citation Index
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This database combines the indexed life science coverage found in BIOSIS Previews (such as Biological Abstracts, Reports, Reviews, and Meetings) with cited reference searching.

Subject coverage includes traditional areas of biology like botany, zoology, and microbiology and interdisciplinary fields such as agriculture, biochemistry, bioengineering, biomedical, biophysics, biotechnology, ecology, medicine, and pharmacology. For items published from 2006 forwards, cited references are fully indexed from BIOSIS sources. Coverage: 1969 to present.
Scopus
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An abstract and citation database of peer-reviewed literature and web sources with tools to track, analyse, and visualize research.

Scopus is Elsevier's database, launched in 2004. It combines a comprehensive abstract and citation database with data and linked scholarly content. Content derives from peer-reviewed journals, and ebooks in subject fields, such as life sciences, social sciences, physical sciences, and health sciences. Coverage: 1823 to present.
Web of Science
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Coverage: 1898-current

Web of Science (previously known as Web of Knowledge) is the Thomson Reuters database platform that provides access to the combined online versions of Arts & Humanities Citation Index (1975-current), Science Citation Index Expanded (1899-current), Social Sciences Citation Index (1898-current) and Conference Proceedings Citation Index - Science(1990-current) - together with BIOSIS Previews (1969-current), Medline (1950-current) and Journal Citation Reports (2000-current).

1. BIOSIS Previews combines journal content from Biological Abstracts with supplemental, non-journal coverage from Biological Abstracts/RRM (Reports, Reviews, Meetings).

2. Scopus is a broadly based database: good for interdisciplinary subjects, searching for authors and tracking down citations. Its interface is flexible and easy to use.

3. Web of Knowledge also provides broad coverage and good author and citation searching. It includes Science Citation Index, Index to Conference Proceedings and Journal Citation Reports.

Acland's Video Atlas of Human Anatomy
This Video Atlas is a human anatomical learning tool, which enables a three-dimensional look at anatomy. The images are video recordings of real human anatomic specimens.

The resource consists of five volumes, which can be divided into the following subject areas: upper extremity, lower extremity, trunk, head & neck, and internal organs. The content can be searched by anatomical regions and parts, as well as by the A-Z index. Throughout each program there are review sections that let you test yourself.
Anatomy.tv
This resource features 3D computer-generated models of the human anatomy.

The information in Anatomy.tv is divided into sections, such as 3D Atlas, 3D Real-time, Functional Anatomy, Clinical Specialties, Therapy, Language Editions, Other Products, and Quizzes and Activities. Users may manipulate the images by rotating, zooming, and peeling away layers, while viewing the accompanying text.
NetAnatomy
This resource is designed to teach human anatomy to students of the health professions, including undergraduate medical and health sciences students.

It serves as a place to review anatomy after initial exposure to the subject, e.g. students beginning a clinical rotation, and USMLE (National Board) preparation. The contributors of NetAnatomy have extensive experience teaching human anatomy to medical and health sciences students. Current development efforts are focused on creating Gross Anatomy content that is organized by biological systems, e.g. Digestive System, Musculoskeletal System, in addition to the current regional organization.
Visible Body

Visible Body provides a comprehensive 3D atlas of the human body

Visible Body

How to use Visible Body
Below are links to some videos explaining the various options available when using Visible Body
Accessing detailed information on any structure
Zooming, dissecting, and rotating the 3D model
Finding Content - Browse or Search
Using cross sections and diagnostic images

How to Download the Visible Body App
The guide will enable you to download the App onto your smart phone or tablet when off campus

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Last Updated: Oct 23, 2020 11:43 AM
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