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MS Applied Physical Science Program: Home

Resource for students in the Master of Science in Physical Sciences program.

 

 This guide has been specifically created to provide a one-stop area for quick tips and helpful resources for conducting literature/informational research. !  Use the tabs to go specifically to the help you need. Please note that this guide is accessible from a computer or mobile device. 

 Each tab represents a separate page and topic. To use this guide, simply review the page with the information most helpful to you at the time of need. If you need additional help, please contact your liaison. You will find this contact information on the Need Help page. 

Information Cycle

flow chart of information forms and cycle

Take the Time

  • To create an Illiad account if you don't already have one! Interlibrary loan will probably be a reality at some point in your research future. Save time now, and create your account. This will alleviate a great deal of frustration and confusion once you are researching and find something that the library does not subscribe to. 
  • Remember, even if you are on campus, your personal laptop will have an IP address that is not recognized. You will need to authenticate (your GS credentials) to fully access materials. Sometimes the initial login does not complete this. If you are searching the databases and see a yellow bar at the top of the page - you need to click and authenticate!
  • Ask-A-Librarian Chat is there for a reason! There is no need to second guess and deal with major frustration while searching library resources. The library chat function is on the library home page, and is also available through our library guides (little golden bubble on each page). Use it and receive an immediate answer to your question!