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Welcome to the History of Science, Medicine and Technology Guide!
This research guide was created to support the study of the history of science, medicine, and technology at UCLA. Please let me know what you think by clicking on the Contact Info link on the right. If there is something that you were looking for and didn't find here, let me know that, too.
Links to Collections at UCLA
- Library Special CollectionsThe Special Collections Department houses many primary resources on the History of Science.
- Louise M. Darling Biomedical LibraryThe Biomedical Library has many books and resources on the History of Science. Their website also features key resources and research help.
- Louise M. Darling Biomedical Library Special CollectionsThe Biomedical Library's Special Collections include many primary resources in the Life Sciences, Medicine, Science, and Engineering fields.
- William Andrews Clark Memorial LibraryLocated in the historic West Adams neighborhood of Los Angeles, UCLA’s Clark Library is a rare book and manuscript library specializing in the study of England and the Continent from the Tudor period through the long eighteenth century. Other subject strengths include Oscar Wilde, book arts and fine press printing, and Montana and the West. The Clark Library is open to anyone who wishes to conduct research with its holdings.
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- Research Workshops at UCLA LibraryCheck back regularly for an updated workshop schedule. Most workshops offered quarterly.
- UCLA Undergraduate Writing CenterAs part of UCLA Writing Programs, the Undergraduate Writing Center’s mission is to enrich the education of undergraduate students in all disciplines through individualized consultations on writing. Our goal is not only to help students with a particular writing assignment, but also to help them become more effective and confident writers. Make an appointment or drop in to get help with your scholarly writing. For registered UCLA undergraduates only.
- UCLA Graduate Writing CenterThe Graduate Writing Center offers individual consultations and group workshops, including dissertation and master's thesis "boot camps," to all registered UCLA graduate and professional school students.
- Research Paper PlannerTired of writing your paper the night before it's due? This Research Paper Planner will help you break down your assignment into manageable deadlines, track your progress, and connect with campus resources.
- How to use the UCLA Online Library Catalog VideoInstructions on searching for books using the online catalog.
- How to Evaluate SourcesThis link to the Colorado State University Libraries gives information for evaluating the usefulness of sources. Included are links on evaluating books, journals and magazines, and web pages.
Frequently Used Resources
- History of Science, Technology and Medicine This link opens in a new window
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Contains citations from journal articles, conference proceedings, books, book reviews, and dissertations in the history of science, the history of technology, and allied historical fields in a variety of languages. Covers articles published from 1976 - present.
What do you use most often to do research in the history of science, technology, and/or medicine? Let me know what it is and I will add it here. My contact information is in the box to the right.
Style Manuals and Guides
- Bruin Success with Less StressEverything you need to know about citing your sources and avoiding plagiarism.
- Chicago Manual of Style Online This link opens in a new window
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The complete 17th edition of The Chicago Manual of Style.
- A Manual for Writers of Research Papers, Theses, and Dissertations by Kate Turabian (9th ed)Student-friendly print guide to Chicago Style. Older editions available for loan.
Copyright, Publishing, and Intellectual Property Resources
UCLA Library offers a wide range of scholarly communication resources and services to UCLA faculty, students, and staff. For more information, feel free to contact me or email our Scholarly Communication and Licensing staff directly.