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Doing research related to Engineering involves looking at multiple subjects and sources, since engineering is such an interdisciplinary subject.

In this subject guide for Engineering, you will find a variety of science related databases as well as books that may be useful. However, if you are just exploring engineering or are in a rush, you should start with the following sources:

Scopus This link opens in a new window Scholarly literature in the sciences and social sciences, including journals, books, and conference proceedings. Also includes datasets, author profiles, and cited references.
Academic Search Complete This link opens in a new window A good starting point for any research, Academic Search Premier provides access to peer-reviewed articles across multiple subjects, including full-text access for many articles.
Google Scholar This link opens in a new window
A version of Google that searches through academic resources. If you are on campus, you may be able to obtain full-text articles through a Google Scholar search.
ScienceDirect This link opens in a new window A collection of recently published journals in the sciences. Offers full-text articles, as well as citations and abstracts.

How to write a Literature Review
This Infographic goes into detail about what is a literature review and how to write one. Hopefully this provides you with a good overview and gets you started on your literature review for your capstone project.

Social Justice in Science

Social justice concepts and science examples
Concepts under the broad, evolving umbrella of social justice may be new to you or confusing. Consider reviewing this guide for definitions and science examples.

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Society for Advancing Chicanos/Hispanics in Science
SACNAS is an inclusive organization dedicated to fostering the success of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans, from college students to professionals, in attaining advanced degrees, careers, and positions of leadership in STEM.
Black Science Coalition and Institute
B-SCI seeks to foster scientific interest, research, skepticism, objectivity, knowledge, and innovation in black and historically underrepresented communities.

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