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Hello from Michelle, Your Librarian

Welcome! My name is Michelle Nolan (any/all pronouns) and I am the chemistry librarian at Marston Science Library. I came to UF as an undergrad in 2009 and I never left. I am passionate about working with students and helping with your library research.

In this library research guide, you will find recommendations on searching for chemistry sources, information about using the UF libraries, and tips for honing your literature research skills. Finding chemistry information is a skill that takes time to develop. At all points along your research journey, I'm here to help.

Video Transcript - Welcome to the Chemistry Library Research Guide

Welcome! I'm Michelle Nolan. I'm the Chemical Science librarian at Marston Science Library.

This library research guide was designed to help jumpstart your search for chemistry information. Along the left hand side or across the top if you're on mobile, you'll see a list of pages that include instructions about how to use the UF Libraries, how to search for information, how to evaluate sources, and more. On each of these pages, I have tried to give some context about the pros and cons of each tool so that you can choose the one that best meets your needs. I've also integrated videos and media throughout the guide so that as you explore, you can learn more search tips and pick up some other tools to put in your toolbox.

As your librarian, I'm here to help with all of your information needs while you're a student at UF. I offer training on specific databases, I can help you build searches, we can have a one-on-one meeting to talk about your research project and what keywords might help you get better results. I can also help track down difficult data and citations. Basically, whatever you need, I'm here to help you get it.

Please reach out to me at any time using the contact tab on this guide. You can book an appointment directly or reach out by email. Meeting with students is my favorite part of my job, so please don't hesitate to reach out and let me know how I can help you. Happy searching!

Featured Chemistry Resources

Check below for new and featured resources from the Libraries.

The ACS Guide to Scholarly Communication by Banik, Baysinger, Kamat, Pienta
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ISBN: 9780841235830
Publication Date: 2020
Beyond a style guide, the new ACS Guide to Scholarly Communication is a useful handbook for chemistry students at all levels. It contains information about using ACS citation styles, authoring journal articles, preparing scientific illustrations, and presenting at conferences. It also discusses emerging topics in scholarly communications, including open access and preprints.
ACS In Focus (ebook series)
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ACS in Focus ebooks are four- to six-hour reads on a large number of emerging chemistry research areas, important techniques, related business and industry applications, and careers options. The language is meant to be for non-specialists so that newcomers can read them. Many of these volumes also include videos from experts in the text.

New to the Libraries at UF?

A group of undergraduate students wrote a handbook about visiting all the library branches on campus. View the ebook below to learn more about all the unique spaces and resources available!

Undergraduate Guide to the George A. Smathers Libraries by Chowdhury, Kaplan, Smith, Suleiman, Glenn, Nolan
Publication Date: 2022
This guide was written by undergraduate students to give fellow undergrads a better understanding of the George A. Smathers Libraries. Inside the guide, you will find a wealth of information about what the Libraries have to offer, including research help, spaces, technology, collections, electronic resources, and more. We have also included individual sections for each of the six Libraries on campus so that you can get the most out of using each branch.