Some databases are subject-specific; others, such as Web of Knowledge and Scopus, cover a wider range of subjects and are designed to help you do a comprehensive literature search. You can access the databases to which the university has access via the eresources@cambridge web page, or via the directory on iDiscover.
You can browse the databases by using the alphabetical letters, which are all clickable links. This will list databases alphabetically by title.
You can search for databases using the search box. For example, ‘science’ brings up all the databases with that word in their title.
Just click on any database that looks interesting and you will be directed to the relevant website. Please note that some databases have different access restrictions (such as needing a Raven password), so check out the icons to the right-hand side of each database to see what your options are.
But beware - not all databases are named usefully, i.e. their names do not always correspond to their content: JSTOR covers material from over 50 disciplines, but you might not guess that from the title.
You might find it more useful to search for databases and other e-resources by subject.
Once you've selected the most relevant subject, browse the list of resources, and click through to gain access.
These databases are a good starting place for your research, but remember that you can also ask a librarian for help!
