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Food Studies

This research guide is designed to support research and inquiry on food from diverse perspectives and across a wide range of disciplines.

Start with an overview of the research process

Food Studies: An Introduction to Research Methods

This book goes over the major research methods in food studies, providing helpful questions and templates to help guide a project.

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The Craft of Research (e-Book)

"The Craft of Research has helped generations of researchers at every level learn how to conduct effective and meaningful research."

Food Studies Research Notebook

Food Studies Research Notebook

Make a copy of this google doc for some quick and practical strategies to get started with food and food studies research.

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Get background knowledge with a handbook

General Sources for Background Information and Context

These sources can help you find general encyclopedia entries and background information across disciplines

Example search: Try searching for "food studies" in quotes to find example case studies of food studies research.