Use OR for related terms — Willow OR Salix
Use “ “ for exact phrasing — “ Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi ”
Use * for wildcard searching — microb* = microbial, microbiota, microbiome
Use a Title search — TI: Eucalyptus
Use Subject headings
In deciding which database(s) to use, it is helpful to note:
Most databases provide a description of articles and other resources to help you find what you need by searching through the indexed literature within their website. Included as part of the item record is the “Get it at UC” button. Clicking this button will direct you to a copy of the full text of the article.
If we do not own a journal or book, you can submit an interlibrary loan (ILL) request to have the book or article (e)mailed to you for free from another UC library. Learn more about how to request books or articles.