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Economics/ Business Economics (GL/ECON): Academic Sources

Subject Databases

The Library subscribes to hundreds of databases (over 400). Some are very specialized. They include publications on a specific subject, like communications, engineering or literature. Databases may feature particular document types (e.g., journal articles, reviews, etc.) and dates. To determine if a database is suitable, read the coverage descriptions.

You can also use the Library's discovery system OMNI to locate articles. In the advanced search option, select the resource type "Articles". To read an article online, click the link listed under "Full text availability".

Below is a selection of databases that may also be of interest.

Research Tips

Search with Keywords

Think of keywords that are commonly used to describe your topic.

As you search, make note of related vocabulary to help you locate materials connected to your topic.

e.g., "NAFTA 2.0" OR USMCA AND manufacturing

Find the Full Text

Some databases feature citations to articles and abstracts (also called summaries).

To locate the full text of an article, click the "Check OMNI for Full Text" link if a PDF or HTML version of the text is not visible in the item record.

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