CHEM 2601K: Chemistry Research Methods

Scholarly or Peer Reviewed articles undergo a review process by experts in the field.  This review process helps ensure that the information in the article is credible, objective, and follows proper research procedures before it is published.  Examples of scholarly/peer reviewed research includes articles in scientific journals, textbooks, and some specialty encyclopedias.  If you have any questions about whether an article you've located is scholarly/peer reviewed, please ASK your professor or a reference librarian before you use it!

This is not a comprehensive list of journals available for your research.  It is merely a suggestion list to get you started.  Please speak with your professor, or a reference librarian, if you need additional suggestions for appropriate journals.

 Try the Galileo Discover Search to find articles on your topic.  You will want to limit by "scholarly articles" in order to find Peer Reviewed Articles. 

1. Identify the title of the journal or periodical in the citation. The journal title is usually italicized, but is not always in scientific citation styles. If you have any questions about a citation, please ask a reference librarian or your professor.

2. Check for full-text holdings in electronic format using the GALILEO A-Z list.

• Type in the TITLE of the journal or periodical from the citation into the search box.
• Select the link to the appropriate Journal or Periodical title.
• A pop-up box will appear identifying Full-Text options. Select a database from this list.
• Match the issue date and volume number to the citation.  

3. If you cannot find a journal title in the GALILEO A-Z list, check for holdings using the (subscribed) Journal List from our homepage. This allows you to search for subscribed journals and periodicals that may be available in-print.

Still Cannot find?
Materials that are not owned by the library may be requested through the Interlibrary Loan Department for patrons’ use. Contact a librarian