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GENETIC DISEASES & DISORDERS - MRS. STEIN: Database Resources

This guide will take you to databases and resources to assist you with your assignment on genetic diseases/disorders.

WHY USE A DATABASE?

You are on this page because you are searching for information for a particular genetic disease/disorder and you have been told that you must use a certain number of databases.  At Padua, we are trying to help you become more effective searchers and users of information.  With that in mind, let's consider why you should use databases in addition to or (preferably) in place of general internet resources. 

I am sure that as a Padua student, you have noticed that teachers push you toward databases. Why should you use a database?

Why should you use a Padua database (instead of Google or the internet in general)?

  • content is academic/scholarly (so for teachers who are requiring academic/scholarly information, databases will provide!)
  • content searches are guided (so you can use "Advanced Searching" features to help you limit or expand your search)
  • content is current and free (but be sure you have the list of addresses and passwords provided by the Padua Library and/or your teacher)
  • content access is direct and right there at your fingertips (so you don't even have to leave your school or your home)
  • content is professionally reviewed for authority and accuracy (so you know you have quality information)
  • content provides citation information (authors, websites, publication dates, etc.), and this information is typically required for papers and projects as a Works Cited page

IMPORTANT NOTES

  1. See the other boxes on this page to be directed directly to databases that will help with this assignment.
  2. You must have the (home) passwords for the databases in order to access them.  It is not permitted for me to post passwords on this publicly accessible LibGuide, so Passwords can be obtained from the following sources:  (A) the S: drive > Databases or S: drive > Library, (B) Your English teacher, and (C) the Padua Library (in copy form or on the wall of the Computer Area).  Please ask if you need help!


 

SCIENCE IN CONTEXT (GALE DISCOVERING COLLECTION)

Science in Context features authoritative information for assignments and projects, and provides detailed coverage of popular subjects. From earth science and life science, to space, technology, mathematics and science history and biography, this revolutionary, curriculum-oriented online experience is designed to boost achievement for students and researchers. 

Access Science Online by clicking on logo below or by using the direct link provided at the bottom of this box.

IMPORTANT NOTE:  Be sure you have database passwords, which can be obtained in the following ways: (1) S: drive > Databases, (2) S: drive > Library, (3) copy of handout available in Padua Library, (4) passwords on bulletin board in Library Computer Area, and (5) handout from your English teacher.

CONSUMER HEALTH COMPLETE (INFOHIO)

Consumer Health Complete provides content covering all areas of health and wellness from mainstream medicine to the many perspectives of complementary, holistic and integrated medicine.

Access Consumer Health Complete (INFOhio) by clicking on the logo below or by using the direct link provided at the bottom of this box.

IMPORTANT NOTE:  Be sure you have database passwords, which can be obtained in the following ways: (1) S: drive > Databases, (2) S: drive > Library, (3) copy of handout available in Padua Library, (4) passwords on bulletin board in Library Computer Area, and (5) handout from your English teacher.

SCIENCE ONLINE (FACTS ON FILE)

Science Online presents a broad range of scientific disciplines through extensive definitions, essays, diagrams, biographies, and experiments.  In general, Facts On File is one of America’s leading publishers of print and online reference materials for the school and library market. Known to librarians worldwide as "the Information Publisher," Facts On File has been publishing quality reference titles since 1941. Our list has grown to more than 1,300 titles and spans a multitude of subject areas such as U.S. history, world history, language and literature, science and technology, careers, social issues, and many others.

Access Science Online by clicking on the logo below or by using the direct link provided at the bottom of this box.

IMPORTANT NOTE:  Be sure you have database passwords, which can be obtained in the following ways: (1) S: drive > Databases, (2) S: drive > Library, (3) copy of handout available in Padua Library, (4) passwords on bulletin board in Library Computer Area, and (5) handout from your English teacher.

SCIENCE REFERENCE CENTER (INFOHIO)

Science Reference Center (INFOhio) provides easy access to a multitude of full-text, science-oriented content, and it contains full text for hundreds of science encyclopedias, reference books, and periodicals.

Access Science Reference Center (INFOhio) by clicking on the logo below or by using the direc t link provided at the bottom of this box.

IMPORTANT NOTE:  Be sure you have database passwords, which can be obtained in the following ways: (1) S: drive > Databases, (2) S: drive > Library, (3) copy of handout available in Padua Library, (4) passwords on bulletin board in Library Computer Area, and (5) handout from your English teacher.