Databases
Not sure which database to use? Find research by subject. Some databases offer mobile apps: learn more about mobile access.
Business and economic conditions, corporate strategies, management techniques, marketing, advertising, ethics and more.
Corporate and industry news from trade journals, reports, magazines, conference proceedings and more. In-depth coverage of companies, products, executives, and trends to study and compare major industries.
Search leading journals in the physical and social sciences, technology, medicine, engineering, the arts, technology, literature, and many other subjects. State of Maine funded.
Scholarly database with articles and citations from peer-reviewed journals across many disciplines. Creating an Advanced Search (video tutorial)
Multidisciplinary streaming video titles including documentary, feature films, video demonstrations and more.
Anesthesiology textbooks, procedures videos, practice guidelines, interactive Board Review, and a drug database to help prepare for cases and board certification. 10 minute tour video.
Medical resources including Harrison’s Online, Hurst’s the Heart, Goodman & Gilman’s Pharmacology and the Lange Educational Library. Mobile app instructions.
Textbooks, case files, multimedia, drugs, review questions and more. Covers the entire spectrum of neurology.
Textbooks, including DiPiro’s Pharmacotherapy, drug-therapy cases and care plans, NAPLEX test prep questions, and more.
Textbooks, procedure and exercise videos, images, self assessment tools, and a unique cadaver dissection tool to support the practice, study and instruction of physical therapy.
Online version of the Encyclopedia of Science and Technology.
National Agricultural Library database of agriculture, forestry, and animal science research.
Agricultural & Environmental Science Collection
Environmental sciences journals, conferences, reports, and other sources.
Provides an alternative to mainstream media perspectives with articles from newspapers, magazines and journals from alternative and independent presses.
AMED – The Allied and Complementary Medicine Database
Alternative medicine database covering mainly European journals.
Articles on the history and culture of the United States and Canada.
American Heart Association eAccess
e-books published by the American Heart Association.
Billions of records in census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more. Access from on-campus only.
ASFA: Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries Abstracts
International literature of aquatic and marine sciences. State of Maine funded.
Bates’ Visual Guide to Physical Examination
Clinical skills videos on head-to-toe and systems-based physical examination techniques.
Locally created and curated course modules and learning resources to support the needs and interests of Maine residents. Includes courses on languages, local history and ecology, cooking, technology, job training and more.
Biographical information on the world’s most influential people throughout history.
Biological Sciences Collection
Biomedicine, biotechnology, zoology and ecology sources.
Biological, ecological and environmental sciences journals from scholarly societies and non-commercial publishers.
Species accounts written by ornithologists and other experts on bird species of the world. Includes sounds, images, video, distributional maps, and model output generated by eBird.
Peer-reviewed open access journals in all areas of medical research and biology.
Peer-reviewed clinical case reports across healthcare disciplines.
Business Market Research Collection
Corporate data, industry analyses, summary financials, and editorial content on public and non-public companies and their key executives. Includes Hoover’s Company Profiles.
The only list of deceptive and predatory academic journals. Specialists analyze over 60 behavioral indicators to keep researchers and scholars protected from exploitative publishers.
Realistic patient cases to help apply basic science and clinical medicine concepts. From AccessMedicine.
The comprehensive source for nursing and allied health journals, including physical and occupational therapy, physician assistant, public health, and more. Video tutorials.
Drug information for clinicians in hospitals, pharmacies, and other settings; from ClinicalKey. Mobile app instructions.
Current clinical information for fast, concise answers at point-of-care. Mobile app instructions.
Popular ebooks and audiobooks for a variety of devices. State of Maine funded. Use your UNE ID card number as your library card to log in.
Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials
Reports of controlled trials from MEDLINE, Embase and other databases, trial registers, and hand searches of journals.
A physician-focused resource for clinical questions.
Searches across the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Cochrane Methodology Register, and Cochrane Clinical Answers.
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
Leading database and journal of systematic reviews and protocols in health care.
Communications and Mass Media: Gale OneFile
Information on advertising, public relations, literature and writing, linguistics, journalism and more. State of Maine funded.
Computer Science: Gale OneFile
Product introductions, news and reviews in areas such as hardware, software, electronics, engineering, communications, and the application of technology.
Information for consumers on health and nutrition products including vitamins, herbal products, functional foods, and more.
Newsletters, NGO research reports, and ephemeral literature from research institutes and grass roots organizations on critical issues and events that influence women’s lives.
Coronavirus Research Database
Health and medical research database related to COVID-19.
Counseling and Therapy in Video
Videos on counseling, social work, psychotherapy, psychology, and psychiatric practice.
Current and controversial issues with complete summaries, opposing viewpoints, bibliographies and more.
Authoritative, citable background information from subject encyclopedias, dictionaries, atlases, handbooks, videos and images.
Major cooking and nutrition books and magazines.
Concise and reliable cultural information on the countries of the world.
Content and educational tools for the teaching and practice of internal medicine
Videos of dentistry and dental techniques from clinicians and educators together with interviews and lectures.
Dentistry & Oral Science Source
Dental and oral sciences journals covering dental public health, endodontics, odontology, pediatric dentistry, periodontology and more.
Free online access for Maine residents to scholarly databases, newspapers, magazines, journals, and reference books.
Published dissertations and theses from around the world. Many are available in PDF format, and most include free twenty-four page previews.
Diversity Studies: Gale OneFile
Explores cultural differences and the contributions and influences of diverse populations in the global community. State of Maine funded.
A list of the essential book titles in medicine and across the health sciences.
UNE’s open access institutional repository. Archives and provides access to the scholarly and creative works and unique resources produced at UNE, including student and faculty theses, articles, journals, posters, and presentations.
Evidence-based decision tool for point-of-care use. Mobile app instructions.
Scholarly book titles across all subject areas to download or read online.
Scholarly and popular book titles to download or read online. Funding for some of the titles provided by Maine State Library and University of Maine System.
Information on accounting, capital markets, econometrics, economic forecasting, government regulations and more. State of Maine funded.
Journals, dissertations and supporting research on the theory and practice of education.
Information for all levels of education and educational specialty, including technology, bilingual education, health education, and testing, as well as issues in administration, funding, and policy. State of Maine funded.
Up-to-date biomedical and pharmacological information on medical and drug-related subjects. Video Tutorials.
Immersive virtual reality labs giving users first-person experience of aging individuals with unique diagnoses and perspectives. Login requires UNE email account. Access is limited to specific windows of time; check the schedule.
Entrepreneurship: Gale Business
Articles and other resources on economic development, business planning, finance, marketing, market research, and management. State of Maine funded.
Information on agriculture, ecology, energy, natural resources, and other environmental topics. State of Maine funded.
ERIC (Education Resources Information Center)
Ebsco access to education research and information from the U.S. Department of Education.
Evidence Analysis Library (EAL)
A synthesis of nutritional research on important dietetic practice questions.
Create an individual account using your UNE email address to access practice exams for the USMLE, PANCE, NAPLEX, NBDE, board certification exams, and review medical subjects.
Fine Arts Collection: Gale OneFile
Information on drama, music, art history, and filmmaking, including the Wilson Art Index. State of Maine funded.
FSTA – Food Science & Technology Abstracts
Resources on food sciences, pet foods, food psychology, food economics, food safety and more. State of Maine funded.
Find books to match your interests. Covers all genres and reading levels. State of Maine funded.
Global Issues: Gale In Context
Global perspectives on international relations and current world events.
US and international newspapers, newswires, blogs, and news sites in multiple languages from 1980 to present.
Google search of scholarly literature. Can be set up to recognize your UNE access.
Information on environmental concerns such as climate change, energy conservation, natural resources, and pollution.
Healthcare journals and clinical research titles, instructional videos, dissertations and working papers.
Health and Medicine: Gale OneFile
Nursing and allied health journals, reference content, pamphlets and videos. State of Maine funded.
Healthcare Administration Database
Information on public health and safety, hospitals, finance, personnel management, insurance, population studies, labor relations and law.
U.S. government publications and reports back to 1754 as well as treaties, constitutions, case law, classic treatises, international trade, and foreign relations.
Historic Journals and Osteopathic Books
Osteopathic journals and books curated by the Museum of Osteopathic Medicine at A.T. Still University,
Historical Newspapers: ProQuest
Archive of The New York Times: 1851-2007, The Washington Post: 1877-1994, Guardian and Observer: 1791-2003, Hartford Courant: 1764-1985, and New York Amsterdam News: 1922-1993.
Historical Statistics of the United States
Population, work and welfare, economics, governance, and international relations statistics from colonial times to present.
Videos of real patients and therapists in clinical settings for students and faculty of Physical and Occupational Therapy. Starting Guide video
Critically evaluate the world’s leading journals with quantifiable, statistical information based on citation data.
Back issues of core scholarly journals as well as books and primary sources in the humanities, social sciences, & sciences.
Films, documentaries, and training videos from PBS, Criterion Collection, California Newsreel, HBO, BBC and more.
Leadership and Management: Gale OneFile
Professional and career development resources on organizational dynamics, leadership, and continuing education. State of Maine funded.
Prepare for college and graduate school admissions and certification and licensing exams with practice tests, tutorials, books, and more. State of Maine funded.
Law reviews, legal newspapers, specialty publications, bar association and international law journals.
Point-of-care drug information used in many hospitals; integrates with UpToDate. Video tutorial.
Current and accurate point-of-care information across clinical knowledge areas in dentistry.
Library, Information Science & Technology Abstract (LISTA)
Library and information science journals, books, research reports and more.
Literature Resource Center: Gale
Literature research resources on authors and criticism. State of Maine funded.
LWW Health Library Medical Education
Medicine and health sciences textbooks and multimedia resources from publisher Lippincott. Includes the Osteopathic Medicine Collection.
Maine newspapers including the Bangor Daily News and Portland Press Herald, plus selected coverage of other regional sources. State of Maine funded.
Abstracts and citations from Portland and Maine newspapers and magazines including Down East, MaineBiz, Portland Monthly, and the Portland Phoenix. Compiled by Portland Public Library Portland Room staff.
Online language learning software for Spanish and French.
A ProQuest search of MEDLINE, the U.S. National Library of Medicine’s biomedical database.
Merriam-Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary, Law Dictionary, Medical Dictionary, Thesaurus, Language Translation tools and more. State of Maine funded.
Evidence-based clinical reference for management of medications, diseases, and toxicology, plus lab test and patient education information. Mobile app instructions.
Detailed information on journals including editorial contact information, frequency, circulation, subscription prices and submission guidelines.
MLA International Bibliography
Literature, language, linguistics, and folklore records from the Modern Language Association.
Evidence-based resource on dietary supplements, natural medicines, and complementary and integrative therapies.
Create an individual account to access blogs, podcasts, and discussion from the New England Journal of Medicine. NOTE: Does not include access to the Rotation Prep Module.
International and U.S. newspapers as well as images, and radio and TV broadcasts and transcripts. State of Maine funded.
News, business, and legal sources from LexisNexis® including U.S. Supreme Court decisions dating back to 1790. Nexis Uni tutorials.
North American Women’s Letters and Diaries
Archive of Canadian and American women’s published and unpublished diaries and correspondence from Colonial times through 1950.
Popular reading database of fiction and non-fiction book recommendations for K – 8 readers, as well as reading lists and curriculum-driven material for educators. State of Maine funded.
Popular reading database of fiction and non-fiction book recommendations for high school through adult readers. State of Maine funded.
Nursing & Allied Health Database
Scholarly literature, clinical training videos, reference materials and evidence-based resources for students in nursing and allied health professions.
Evidence-based nutrition educational materials, clinical nutrition resources and customizable diet manual.
Technical literature on marine biology and physical oceanography, fisheries, aquaculture, meteorology and geology, plus environmental and legislative topics. State of Maine funded.
Key dissertations and theses from American universities 1902 to present. Links to full-text when available through institutional repositories.
Opposing Viewpoints: Gale In Context
Multiple perspectives on current events and social issues from topic overviews, articles, primary source documents, court cases and more. State of Maine funded.
Osteopathic medical digital repository with current literature and historical documents.
Abstracts of systematic reviews, randomized controlled trials and other resources relevant to occupational therapy interventions.
Online access to medical texts and videos from Oxford University Press
PDR (Prescribers’ Digital Reference)
FDA approved drug information including interactions, side effects, recommended dosages, contraindications, and more. Free site, but you must register to use it.
PEDRO (Physiotherapy Evidence Database)
Search randomised controlled trials, systematic reviews and evidence-based clinical practice guidelines in physiotherapy
Textbooks, interactive NAPLEX review, case studies, abstracts and news sources from the American Pharmacists Association (APhA).
Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine: Gale OneFile
Treatment techniques and research from academic journals and magazines in physical therapy, physical fitness, and sports medicine. State of Maine funded.
Humanities and social sciences books and articles from university presses and scholarly societies.
Self-paced language learning for 163 languages and ESL for 50 non-English languages. Audio lessons, interactive textbooks, intelligent flashcards, pronunciation analysis, phrasebooks, and quizzes. State of Maine funded.
Multidisciplinary database of scholarly and trade articles, news sources, magazines and more covering all major academic subject areas.
Scholarly journals, trade publications, dissertations, working papers, market reports, newspapers, and other sources relevant to research in business and economics. State of Maine funded.
Peer-reviewed scholarly articles in psychology published by the American Psychological Association (APA) and affiliated journals.
Psychiatric resources from American Psychiatric Publishing including the DSM-5® and The American Journal of Psychiatry.
Training videos featuring leading practitioners in psychotherapy.
Peer-reviewed literature in behavioral science and mental health from journals, books, dissertations, and reports. From the American Psychological Association (APA).
Psychological measures, scales, surveys, and other instruments essential to research in the behavioral and social sciences. From the American Psychological Association.
National Library of Medicine database of chemical information.
Core literature public health, including biostatistics, environmental health sciences, epidemiology, and behavioral sciences.
PubMed search of MEDLINE, the US National Library of Medicine database of biomedical literature. PubMed user guide, PubMed online training, “Find articles on a topic” interactive tutorial.
Free archive of biomedical and life sciences journal literature at the U.S. National Institutes of Health’s National Library of Medicine (NIH/NLM). PMC FAQs, MEDLINE, PubMed, and PubMed Central (PMC) – how are they different?
Medical, nursing, and allied health book titles from key health science publishers. Offers an extensive selection of Doody’s Core Titles.
Collect and manage references, easily insert citations into papers, and automatically format reference lists. Sharing tools for groups. RefWorks basics video tutorial.
Rehabilitation Reference Center
Evidence-based clinical reference tool for rehabilitation clinicians at the point-of-care. Video Tutorial.
Religion and Philosophy: Gale OneFile
Magazines and academic journals covering religion and the related areas of philosophy and anthropology. State of Maine funded.
Research journals in business, humanities, social sciences, and science, technology and medicine.
Topic overviews, biographies, articles and detailed experiments covering all major science topics. State of Maine funded.
Scientific, technical, and medical research from scholarly journal publisher Elsevier.
References, substances, and reactions in chemistry and related sciences. You’ll need to create your own username and password to use SciFinder. SciFinder Tutorials.
Citations and abstracts from scholarly research journals across the sciences. Advanced tools for citation analysis and journal ranking. Video Tutorials.
SMART (Scientific and Medical Art) Imagebase
High quality medical illustrations and animations depicting anatomy, physiology, histology, surgery and other medical topics.
Journals covering all areas of social work, from the National Association of Social Workers, Inc. Video tutorial.
Research journals and other publications in sociology and related disciplines.
Articles from sports and sports medicine journals, including exercise physiology, coaching, and training and conditioning.
Videos which portray mental health issues and diagnoses in educational and treatment settings, with assessment tools guided by the DSM 5 and ICD 10 .
Access the electronic versions of select Thieme Atlases and Textbooks.
Citations and abstracts from toxicology journals, papers, books, reports and more.
Clinical search engine of high-quality research evidence.
Primary and secondary U.S. history sources from publishers Macmillan, Scribner and others. State of Maine funded.
Ulrichsweb Global Serials Directory
Detailed information on journals and magazines published throughout the world.
Evidence-based, synthesized medical information for point-of-care decision-making. UpToDate video tutorials. Mobile app instructions. CME function requires registration for a free, personal account.
Information on stocks, mutual funds, options and convertible securities. State of Maine Funded.
Visible Body Human Anatomy Atlas
Detailed, Interactive 3D atlas of the human body. Be patient – can take up to 30 seconds to load the first time you access. Mobile app instructions. Tutorials.
Zoological literature from professional journals, magazines, newsletters, books and more.
Search the collections of the world’s libraries. Limit by location to find holdings near you.