
Database searching: built and natural environment
The main databases used in systematic reviewing are:
Database | Theasaurus used |
British Standards Online (BSOL) | BSI |
Compendex | |
Emerald Engineering Portal | Emerald |
IEEE/IEE Electronic Library (IEL) | IEEE |
Proquest Central | Proquest |
Web of Knowledge | KeyWords Plus |
If you are following a set search protocol, it may specify which databases you should search. There are many more databases available, you can consult our a-z listing or the subject guide for your area. If you are still unsure, consult your librarian.
SMILE - Systematic Reviewing by Dr Helen Marlborough, Glasgow University and Marion Kelt, Glasgow Caledonian University is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License.