Searching in the library's databases depends on the keywords or search terms you use. First, break your topic into about 2-3 keywords. Mix and match different combinations of keywords to get different results when searching. Be creative in thinking about what affects your topic or the relationship between biological concepts.
Try words that describe your main Bio concept. Also, think of synonyms, related concepts, common vs. scientific names, and other terminologies you use. For example:
Research question: What is the effect of bacteria on depression symptoms?
Possible keyword combinations to use for searching:
Watch this video for more help on brainstorming keywords:
Peer-Reviewed articles are included in OneSearch and most library databases. You can narrow your search to only include articles in peer-reviewed journals.
To limit to peer-reviewed articles in OneSearch select "Peer-reviewed Journals" from the Availability menu on the left. Other databases have similar filters.
