How to find Encyclopedias & Dictionaries in OneSearch
Using the Advanced Search in OneSearch, you can enter your keywords (the subject for which you are looking for a dictionary or encyclopedia) on the first line and then put "Encyclopedias" or "Dictionaries" on the next line and in the "Any Field" drop down box, choose "Subject." On the right hand side, under "Material type" choose "Books."
Digital Encyclopedias & Dictionaries
- Credo This link opens in a new window
Provides access to authoritative content from subject encyclopedias and handbooks covering every major subject.
- Encyclopedia of early modern history online This link opens in a new window
Provides information on the history of the early modern period, roughly 1450 – 1850. Takes a global approach to history, both in terms of countries and subjects covered.Written from a European perspective, the bibliographies include international scholarship in all European languages.
Some Disease Reference Sources
Encyclopedia of Virology by ISBN: 9780123744104Publication Date: 2008-07-24Encyclopedia of Virology, Third Edition continues its success as the largest single reference source of current research in virology. Unique in its use of concise "mini-review" articles, this praised work covers biological, molecular, and medical topics concerning viruses in animals, plants, bacteria and insects. Now in five volumes, this new edition has been extensively revised and updated to reflect the 50% increase in identified and accepted viruses since the year 2000. With over 25% new chapters and over 1000 illustrations, this edition takes into account the new developments in virology research by including information on new emerging diseases such as avian flu, SARS and West Nile and the ability of some viruses to be used as agents of bioterrorism. Edited by leading Virologists Mahy and van Regenmortel, this third edition remains the number one all-inclusive source of information for virology researchers, students, and reference departments of academic, medical, and corporate libraries. Extensive coverage on AIDS and HIV, viral immunology and vaccines, the economic importance and control of virus diseases, and the origin, history, evolution and phylogeny of viruses -NEW! Four color throughout -NEW! Sections on future perspectives that show the direction of current research 25% NEW articles Glossary of key terms for easy referencing Information on viruses of human clinical interest, including the virus causing SARS -NEW! More than 20% NEW virus classifications The most recent information from the 8th International Committee on Taxonomy and Classification of Viruses -NEW! Recommendations for further reading and a list of other relevant entries
Black's Medical Dictionary by ISBN: 1472943074Publication Date: 2017-10-24Black's Medical Dictionary has been the best-selling medical dictionary for over 100 years. It is invaluable as a home reference and for all who need clear explanation of medical terms: nurses, health care professionals and students, health service management, actuaries, lawyers and journalists. It contains over 5000 definitions and descriptions of medical terms and concepts with over 1000 diagrams, drawings and colour illustrations. It also provides helpful appendices on common medical tests and procedures, travel and health, measurements in medicine, health economics, complementary and alternative medicine, and an address list of support professional organisations.
