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.