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Academic OneFile
One-stop source for millions of peer-reviewed, scholarly full-text articles in HTML and PDF formats from over 14,000 of the world's leading academic journals and reference sources. Comprehensively covers the physical sciences, technology, medicine, social sciences, the arts, theology, literature and other subjects. Multimedia feature includes podcasts and transcripts from NPR, CNN, and the CBC, as well as full-text New York Times from 1985 to present.
Animal Sciences
This resource explores the wide-ranging diversity that exists within the animal kingdom. Entries examine how animals develop, animal ecology and behavior, and the connection between animals and humans. Also includes biographies of key scientists who have contributed to the study of animal life, as well as career opportunities within the field.
Astronomy.com
Online edition of print magazine plus additional content. Includes current news; articles; sky calendar; "Intro to Astronomy" section, including “Astro for Kids”; videos; blog; discussion groups; and glossary.
Beacham's Guide to the Endangered Species of North Amer...
Extensive data on the habitats and ecosystems of more than 1,200 species identified as endangered or threatened by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife service. Arranged taxonomically, entries include introductory information with an image of the species; a summary section detailing information on each species; a concluding summary of recovery efforts; and a bibliography of contacts for further information.
Biology
A comprehensive collection of articles on all aspects of biological science, including its history and issues. Includes articles on biology-related careers and important individuals, as well as topics from active transport to zoology research. Amply illustrated with full-color photos and line drawings. Glossary illuminates scientific terms.
Biology Project, The
Interactive online resource for learning biology, developed at The University of Arizona, designed for college biology students, but is useful for high school students and others. Contains problem sets, tutorials, and lesson plans with sections on biochemistry, cell biology, chemicals and human health, developmental biology, human biology, immunology, genetics, and molecular biology.
Chemicool
An interactive periodic table detailing the essential characteristics of each element. Also includes a dictionary of chemical terms, other chemical tools (property graphs, 5 most searched elements, and chemistry calculators), and resource links.
Gale Virtual Reference Library
Gale Virtual Reference Library is a database of encyclopedias and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research. These reference materials once were accessible only in the library, but now you can access them online from the library or remotely 24/7. Because each library creates its own eBook collection, the content you see may vary if you use the database at different libraries (your school, your public library, or your office).
General OneFile (1980 to current)
Source for news and periodical articles on a wide range of topics: business, computers, current events, economics, education, environmental issues, health care, hobbies, humanities, law, literature and art, politics, science, social science, sports, technology, and many general interest topics. More than 25 million full-text articles many with images. Updated daily.
Genetic Science Learning Center
Interactive and print-based resources for understanding genetics and bioscience, developed at the University of Utah, including biotechniques virtual lab and genetic disorders library. Teacher resources and lesson plans available.
Literature and Science: Social Impact & Interaction
ABC-CLIO - History Reference Online eBook.
Mathematics
Explores the functions of math in daily life, as well as its role as a tool for measurement, data analysis, and technological development. This illustrated set also explains basic concepts of math and geometry, and provides information on historical milestones, notable mathematicians, and today's career choices. Each volume includes photos, illustrations, sidebars, bibliographies, and a glossary. Broadly applicable for middle school through high school students, as well as general readers.
NASA Science
Find information for researchers, educators, citizen scientists, kids, and others about the Earth, heliophysics, planets, and astrophysics related to NASA research. Information under these broad topics are subcategorized under “Big Questions,” NASA research focus areas, and by missions (either under study, in development, currently operating, or past). Also find links to science news, Image of the Day, Spotlight Mission, and more.
NOAA – Tides and Currents
Find information for researchers, educators, citizen scientists, kids, and others about the Earth, heliophysics, planets, and astrophysics related to NASA research. Information under these broad topics are subcategorized under “Big Questions,” NASA research focus areas, and by missions (either under study, in development, currently operating, or past). Also find links to science news, Image of the Day, Spotlight Mission, and more.
Periodic Table of Elements
Periodic table, hosted by Los Alamos National Laboratory, offers facts, history, sources, compounds, uses, forms and isotopes for all of the elements. Designed for elementary, middle, and high school students.
Plant Sciences
A comprehensive collection of articles on all aspects of plant sciences, from forensic botany to genetic engineering, from wheat to kudzu. Includes articles on careers related to plant sciences and important individuals, as well as topics from acid rain to wood products. Amply illustrated with full-color photos and line drawings. A glossary illuminates scientific terms.
PowerSearch Featured
The Gale PowerSearch platform offers comprehensive access to authoritative reference, periodical and primary source information. Select from a list of Gale databases. Search multiple databases simultaneously with a single query. PowerSearch features include: advanced searching, bookmarks, search results, quick search and document delivery in email, print and download formats.
Salem Science
This database, which includes Encyclopedia of Environmental Issues, Encyclopedia of Global Resources, and Encyclopedia of Global Warming, covers a host of scientific topics related to the environment in essays with accompanying illustrations and sidebars, indexes, appendixes and more.
Science Fair Central
Help for students creating science fair projects, including extensive handbook, project ideas, list of websites & books, questions & answers, and tip sheets. Teacher’s resource guide and organizer.