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Biology: eBooks

Welcome to the research guide for Biology. The resources below are a great place to start your research.

OneSearch eBooks


 

 

Use OneSearch to search across all library resources.  Narrow your search results to electronic books by using the options in the "Refine My Results" bar on the left.

In the "Format" section, select "Books."  In the "Availability" section, select "Available Online." Your results should now be only electronic books.

The video below will cover using OneSearch to locate both books and electronic books.

eBook Databases

In addition to using OneSearch to find eBooks, you can also go directly to one of our eBook databases.

Advanced Search Tips

  • Brainstorm 2-4 key terms that sum up your topic to use as your search terms
  • Use quotes around names or phrases... "Albert Einstein" or "Oil Pipelines"
  • Use AND to search for multiple concepts together... "endangered species" AND protection
  • Use OR to search for alternate or related terms... "global warming" OR "climate change"
  • Use the "Subjects" links found in each book record to find related books 
  • Ask a Librarian for assistance!