Research

Critical and exhaustive investigation or experimentation, having for its aim the discovery of new facts and their correct interpretation, the revision of accepted conclusions, theories, or laws in the light of newly discovered facts, or the practical application of such new or revised conclusions, theories, or laws. (Webster, 3d ed)

Databases

Derwent Innovations Index

The world's most comprehensive database of international patent information.

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Insights

AIDS history materials at Archives & Special Collections

For nearly 40 years HIV/AIDS has been a worldwide pandemic. HSL’s Archives & Special Collections has acquired significant holdings documenting the response to this ongoing health crisis.

Discover the wealth of images found in HSL's Archives & Special Collections

The Health Sciences Library's Archives & Special Collections has a wide range of images in a variety of media illustrating the history of the health sciences.

Family history resources at Archives & Special Collections

Genealogy may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a health sciences library, but the Archives & Special Collections has a remarkable range of resources for ancestor hunters.

Filtering, limiting, and sorting: Managing large search results lists

Learn about how to overcome information overload and manage lengthy search results lists. We look at the nuances among filtering, limiting, and sorting features in databases.

Sources for Black and African American medical history at Archives & Special Collections

Researchers curious as to what holdings Archives & Special Collections has documenting Black and African Americans at Columbia University Medical Center can find more information in this overview.