Recommended Websites
This list of recommended websites is not intended to be inclusive but a selection that might prove useful in your research. When doing your own Internet research, remember to evaluate websites for accuracy and currency.
Karolinka Institutet
One of Europe's largest medical universities. Check out their Biomedical Links, Medical Images, and Diseases & Disorders section.Scirus
The “most comprehensive science-specific search engine on the Internet,” and a great place to find scholarly scientific information.Structure of the Human Body
Choose from Resources on the right, such as Master Muscle List. From Loyola University Medical School.
AnthroBase
A “multilingual, searchable database of articles, theses, essays, reports, conference papers, field-notes etc., written by anthropologists and others with an interest in social and cultural diversity.” Includes an online dictionary.Anthropology Biography Web
Biographies of over 800 "people who have influenced anthropology in some way." Created and maintained by Minnesota State University.Anthropology in the News
Selected and maintained by Texas A&M University.Anthropology Tutorials
Information on biological and cultural anthropology. Includes quizzes, flashcards, glossaries, and related websites. Maintained by a professor at Palomar College.
Art Cyclopedia
Guide to great art on the internet. Many ways to search, including artist’s name, title of work, and museum.Art History Resources on the Web
Compiled by a Professor at Sweet Briar College. From prehistoric art to contemporary art.Internet Resources for Art History
Includes image sites and dictionaries of art. Maintained by the University of Delaware.Timeline of Art History
A chronological, geographical, and thematic exploration of the history of art from around the world, as illustrated by the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.Web Gallery of Art
A virtual museum and searchable database of European painting and sculpture of the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque periods (1100-1850), currently containing over 17.300 reproductions.
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Biology Online
Searchable article collection on subjects ranging from biotechnology to microbiology. Includes an online dictionary and tutorials.Science Niche
"Educational Resources for Science Teachers & Students." Includes study guides, reference tools, and featured internet sites.Scirus
The “most comprehensive science-specific search engine on the Internet,” and a great place to find scholarly scientific information.
Biotechnology
Council for Biotechnology Information
Collection of reports and studies about agricultural and food biotechnology, created by leading biotechnology companies and trade associations.National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
A “national resource for molecular biology information.” Includes literature databases, molecular databases, and current research.
Microbiology
EPA Microbiology
Site that “provides access to microbiology related information that has been developed or managed by the Environmental Protection Agency.” Includes online publications and images.Microbes.info
Website “designed to bring useful and interesting microbiology informational resources to you.” Check out the articles section for research information, and news section for information on “hot topics” such as anthrax and mad cow disease.
Encyclopedia of Television
Includes "more than 1,000 original essays from more than 250 contributors and examines specific programs and people, historic moments and trends, major policy disputes and such topics as violence, tabloid television and the quiz show scandal." From the Museum of Broadcast Communications.Fine Cut Films
Beginner level instruction on writing, shooting, and editing for television and film. Clearly written and illustrated, with the occasional bit of humor about the realities of production.Online Communication Studies Resources
A large list of online resources, organized by topics such as advertising, film, and journalism. From University of Iowa.Television Production
Online textbook with over 70 chapters ("modules") covering every step of television production, both field and studio.
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Annualreports.com
Online access to annual reports and 10K reports of companies traded on the U.S. stock exchanges, including most of the Fortune 500. Also check individual company websites.BigCharts
An easy-to-use investment research site, including various tools such as dynamic charts, quotes, industry analyses, as well as market news and commentary.CNN Money
“Top” lists include links to Fortune 500 and other respected rankings. Organized by subject as well as a general tab for rankings.Doing Business
Compares laws and regulations across 175 business economies.Hoovers
Industry profiles and business by classification (public/private), geography, and industry.Yahoo! Finance
One-stop online source for investor information including market summaries, statistics, and financial news.
Small Business
Business.Gov
The official business resource website of the U.S. government, with a particular focus on small business laws and regulations.U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
In particular, refer to their section Statistics & Research under Tools for factual information on small businesses.
United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (USASBE)
An organization comprised of government officials, directors of small business development centers, and academics, this site provides access to a number of white papers that may be helpful to students doing research on small business and other entrepreneurial topics.
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Center for Women’s Business Research
An up-to-date and comprehensive source for statistics on women business owners, a fast-growing segment of the business community.
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Academic and Career Information Center (Kansas State University)
CareerBuilder Advice & Resources
Career Development and Counseling Center (Middlesex Community College)
Career Onestop (U.S. Department of Labor)
Career Voyages (U.S. Dept of Labor and U.S. Dept of Education)
Exploring Career Information (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
JobWeb (National Association of Colleges and Employers)
Occupational Outlook Handbook (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
Connecticut
Connecticut Career Paths (CT Department of Labor)
CTMentor (Board of Governors for Higher Education, State of CT)
Job and Career Connection (CT Department of Labor)
Cover Letters & Resumes (from the OWL at Purdue)
Cover Letters 2: Preparing to Write a Cover Letter
Cover Letters 3: Writing Your Cover Letter
ACS (American Chemical Society) Periodic Table
Interactive periodic table which includes elemental data, groups, electron configuration, and properties of each element.Chem1 Virtual Textbook
"A reference text for general chemistry."Chemical Heritage Foundation
A research collection that “documents the history and heritage of the chemical and molecular sciences, technologies, and industries.” Check out their online publications and explore chemical history section.Chemical Information
U.S. National Library of Medicine’s database of “over 380,000 chemicals, synonyms, structures, regulatory list information, and links to other databases.”Science Niche
"Educational Resources for Science Teachers & Students." Includes study guides, reference tools, and featured internet sites.Scirus
The “most comprehensive science-specific search engine on the Internet,” and a great place to find scholarly scientific information.
Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)
One of the largest professional associations in this field, their site offers a treasure-trove of information on careers in computing as well as access to online magazines and articles of interest.Computer User
Information on the latest technology tools and trends as well as an online computer dictionary.Microsoft – Developer Centers
Organized by specific products (such as Visual C++) and technologies, this site includes code samples, community links, technical articles and documentation, upcoming events, and much more.Virtual Computer Library
A gateway to information resources regarding computers and information technology.Whatis?.com
In addition to the online dictionary, check out the links to Quick References and White Papers.
Criminal Justice
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Visit their For Researchers section for crime statistical reports and a special section for Students that links to a number of other research publications.U.S. Department of Justice – Bureau of Justice Statistics
Statistics on crime, criminal offenders, federal justice system, and more. Refer also to their Sourcebook of Criminal Justice Statistics maintained by the University at Albany and Federal Justice Statistics Resource Center maintained by the Urban Institute.U.S. Department of Justice – National Criminal Justice Reference Service
An extensive federally-funded web resource providing justice and substance abuse information to support research, policy, and program development worldwide.
Legal Resources
American Bar Association
Refer to the Issues Resources section of this site for statistics. Also, LawInfo provides resources from a consumer perspective on various legal topics.Connecticut Law by Subject
This site maintained by the Connecticut Judicial Branch Law Libraries, is a great jumping off point for students as each subject includes a detailed research guide.FindLaw
Provides a comprehensive set of legal resources geared for the general public, law student, as well as legal professionals. Under the 'For the Public' tab, review a number of legal topics including accidents and injuries, family law, and more. Under the 'For Legal Professionals' tab, search for cases and codes, federal and state laws, forms and contracts, and other resources organized by practice area.U.S. Copyright Office
In addition to a primer on copyright issues, you can search copyright records, register a work, access statistical reports, and review copyright law and policy.USA.gov - Laws & Regulations
General reference source for federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Economic Policy Institute
Statistical and analytical reports on issues within four general areas – living standards & labor markets; government & the economy; trade & globalization, and education. Also, refer to Economic Indicators.
Federal Reserve System
See especially Economic Research & Data and Publications.TreasuryDirect (U.S. Department of Treasury, Bureau of the Public Debt)
Information on Federal Investments; State and Local Government Securities; the Trust Funds Program; the Federal Borrowings Program; Securities Liquidations and Proceeds; and data on the Public Debt.
U.S. Department of Labor, U.S. Economy at a Glance
Key economic indicators by state as well as access to detailed statistics.
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College Board
Compare colleges, careers, and majors. Locate sources for college funding.Educator's Reference Desk
Resource guides on a variety of educational topics, 2,000+ lesson plans organized by subject, links to online education information, and a question-answer archive.Federal Resources for Educational Excellence
Federally-supported teaching and learning resources.
Library of Education Research
A site maintained by UCLA providing access to reports produced by major university-based education research centers, largely funded by the U.S. Department of Education.National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
“Located within the U.S. Department of Education and the Institute of Education Sciences, the NCES is the primary federal entity for collecting and analyzing data related to education.”
SERC (formerly Special Education Resource Center)
Refer to Information Resources.
American Academy of Pediatrics
Chockfull of resources and information. Tip: search under Health Topics tab.Child & Family Web Guide
Maintained by Tufts University, the WebGuide is a directory that “evaluates, describes, and provides links to hundreds of sites containing child development research and practical advice” from early child development through adolescence.ChildTrends.org
A one-stop for the latest national trends and research on key indicators and issues related to child and youth well-being.State of the World’s Children
Each year, UNICEF examines a key issue affecting children worldwide.
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EarthTrends
Maintained by the World Resources Institute, this site organizes information into Research Topics, which each include databases, data tables, country profiles, and maps. Also check out the Information Guides and News section.Encyclopedia of Earth
A searchable collection of scholarly reference information about the Earth and the environment.Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
News, publications, laws and regulations, an online glossary, and more from the U.S. federal agency responsible for “the implementation of federal laws designed to protect the environment.”GreenFILE
A "a freely accessible research database focusing on the relationship between human beings and the environment, with well-researched but accessible information on topics ranging from global warming to recycling to alternate fuel sources and beyond." From Ebsco Publishing.NASA Earth Observatory
A freely accessible collection of "new satellite imagery and scientific information about our home planet" with a "focus is on Earth’s climate and environmental change."United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Take a look at the Resource Kit for databases, manuals, and other information organized by topic. Also go to the online publications, which include reports, atlases, periodicals, and newsletters.
Astronomy
AstronomyOnline.org
Includes sections on observational astronomy, basic science, astronomical instruments, solar system, stellar astronomy, galaxy, cosmology, astrobiology, exoplanets, and astrophotography.
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Includes the latest NASA news, information about its missions, and image and video galleries, as well as a Student Center with resources and research assistance.
Geology
National Atlas: Geology Chapter
Interactive geologic maps of the U.S. Also includes specialized maps such as hazard maps (landslides, earthquakes, and volcanoes), energy and mineral resources maps, and technical maps of the Earth’s magnetic field.U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Check out their Publications, Newsroom, and Science Topics for research information.
Oceanography
A Global Map of Human Impacts to Marine Ecosystems
Estimation and visualization of "the global impact humans are having on the ocean's ecosystems," from the National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis (NCEAS).National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Website of the federal agency which is “focused on the condition of the oceans and the atmosphere.” Includes current news and research.
Infomine: Scholarly Internet Resource Collections
A virtual library aimed at college-level researchers.Intute
A “free online service providing you with access to the very best Web resources for education and research.” Sites selected and maintained by subject specialists from UK universities.Librarians' Internet Index
20,000 high-quality websites carefully selected, described, and organized by librarians. This is kept up to date and is easy to search.
RefDesk.com
An all-purpose reference tool for general facts and figures.
See also: Government and International
CensusScope
An “easy-to-use tool for investigating U.S. demographic trends.” Includes demographic maps as well as trend charts and rankings.GeoData
Online U.S. and local maps and geographic data.National Geographic Society
Check out the Map Machine and People and Places.
U.S. Census Bureau
The “leading source of quality data about the nation's people and economy.” Check out these sections:
- American Factfinder: Access the Decennial Census, American Community Survey, Economic Surveys, and more.
- Gazetteer (geography)
- Population Reports
- State and Metropolitan Area Databook
- Statistical Abstract of the United States (current and historical)
- Subject Index: A quick-find comprehensive index to all research found on the Census site. For example, link to ‘State Reports’ under ‘S’.
U.S. Department of Commerce – Economics and Statistics Administration
Documents, analyzes, and reports on U.S. economic and social change. Take a look at Economic Indicators, which includes timely releases of the key economic indicators from the Bureau of Economic Analysis and the U.S. Census Bureau.U.S. Department of Health and Human Services – Center for Disease Control
A credible online source for health information on a variety of topics. Check out Data & Statistics, as well as:
- Health, United States: An annual report showing trends in health statistics.
- Vital Statistics: Reports on births, mortality, marriages, divorces, and other vital statistics.
U.S. Department of Labor – Bureau of Labor Statistics
The “principal fact-finding agency for the Federal Government in the broad field of labor economics and statistics.” Check out the following sections:
- Career Guide to America’s Top Industries
- Consumer Expenditure Survey
- Employment Projections
- Monthly Labor Review Online
- Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Occupational Outlook Quarterly
- Occupational Employment Statistics
USA.Gov
Access to government agencies and information organized by topic. Of particular interest are the County and City Data Book and Data and Statistics.U.S. General Services Administration
Use the Consumer Action Website – Federal Citizen Information Center to find helpful hints on various consumer topics as well as a resource directory of consumer protection offices and Better Business Bureaus.
CAPHIS: Consumer & Patient Health Information Section
Consumer and patient health information from the Medical Library Association. Very well annotated sites.Healthfinder
A Gateway Consumer Health Information Web Site from the United States Government. In English and Spanish.HealthNet: Connecticut Consumer Health Information Network
Maintained by UConn Health Center. Includes links to medical news, research resources, and consumer health information.MedlinePlus
A goldmine of information from the National Library of Medicine. Easy to search. Includes access to some medical journal articles as well as extensive information about drugs, an illustrated medical encyclopedia, interactive patient tutorials, and the latest health news. Users can also browse information in multiple languages by health topic.Middlesex Hospital: Online Cancer Resources
Authoritative information from the medical library of Middletown's Middlesex Hospital.National Center for Complimentary and Alternative Medicine
The Federal Government's lead agency for scientific research on complementary and alternative medicine. Search by health topic, disease/condition, treatment/therapy.NIH Office of Science Education
Includes news, educational resources, and career information.PubMed: National Library of Medicine
PubMed is a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine that includes over 17 million citations from MEDLINE and other life science journals for biomedical articles back to the 1950s. PubMed includes links to full text articles and other related resources.Scirus
The “most comprehensive science-specific search engine on the Internet,” and a great place to find scholarly scientific information.World Health Organization - Health Topics
An A-Z list of important medical topics in the US and globally.
Western Civilization
Exploring Ancient World Cultures
An “on-line course supplement for students and teachers of the ancient and medieval world.” Includes excerpts of primary documents and links to relevant web sites.Internet Sourcebook
Maintained by a professor at Fordham University, this site contains organized links to online texts. See both the Ancient and the Medieval sections.
U.S. History
American Memory
A “digital record of American history” created and maintained by the Library of Congress. Includes writing, sound recordings, images, prints, maps, and sheet music.AMDOCS: Documents for the Study of American History
Links to online documents, organized by time period.History Matters - The U.S. Survey Course on the Web
Includes links to primary documents as well as information on using primary sources.
Connecticut History
Connecticut's Heritage Gateway
"The Connecticut Humanities Council created this comprehensive directory of the state’s history resources for teachers, students, researchers and others who want to better understand the world around them through the stories of our past."
20th century Europe
EuroDocs: Primary Historical Documents from Western Europe
Online historical documents maintained by Brigham Young University.Internet Modern History Sourcebook
Collection of primary historical documents for both Europe and the Americas.
See also: Education
Administration on Aging
See resources found under the Professional tab and Statistics on the Aging Population.Urban Institute
An independent non-partisan research organization dedicated to improving the social, civic, and economic well-being of Americans through research and advocacy. Click on Research for the most recent publications and/or search by author or topic.U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Their site provides access to a number of fact sheets and statistical reports as well as links to other pertinent government agencies such as:
Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) World Factbook
Country profiles including statistics on geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues.International Trade Administration (U.S. Department of Commerce)
Find export data on businesses, industries, and major markets and other trade statistics.
Library of Congress – Country Studies
Similar to the CIA World Factbook.Organization for Economic and Cooperation Development (OECD)
A membership resource organization of about 30 countries, the OECD has been “one of the world's largest and most reliable sources of comparable statistics, and economic and social data.” Check out their detailed country profiles.The World Bank
Check out Countries & Regions and Data & Research.
U.S. Census Bureau – International Data Base
Demographic data, world population reports, and country rankings.
BBC: Languages
Resources for learning French, German, Spanish, and Italian, including sound files, vocabulary lists, quizzes, and cultural notes. Also includes limited resources for other languages such as Welsh, Portuguese, Chinese, and Japanese. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
A Literary Index
List maintained by Chris Flack at Vanderbilt University which provides both an overview and a review of the more significant collections of Internet literary resources of interest to scholars, students, and lovers of literature.Voice of the Shuttle: Literature in English
A major site from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
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Ask Dr. Math
A “question and answer service for math students.” Users can browse or search for answers, or ask a question via a web form.The Math Forum
“The leading online resource for improving math learning, teaching, and communication.” Includes online tools, resources, help, and a student center. From Drexel University.Math Words and Some Other Words of Interest
Alphabetical index of words related to the study of math. Can be browsed or searched.S.O.S. Mathematics
A “free resource for math review material from Algebra to Differential Equations” maintained by math professors.
Practice (questions, exercises, games, and quizzes)
AAA Math
A “comprehensive set of interactive arithmetic lessons” and practices, organized by subject.Accuplacer Practice
A series of self assessment module quizzes designed to prepare users for the Accuplacer test. From Test Prep Review.Algebra 1 Worksheets
Contains worksheets of exercises on the mechanics of algebra.CoolMath.com
Includes online games, puzzles, lessons, and study tips. Also has a dictionary and calculators (including graphing calculators).
Professional Associations
American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges (AMATYC)
The Mathematical Association of America (MAA)
Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges of Connecticut (MATYCONN)
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)
New England Mathematical Association of Two Year Colleges (NEMATYC)
Study Aids
MathPower.com
Tips on studying math, note-taking, dealing with math anxiety, and identifying your learning style.Math Study Skills Self Survey
Designed to “help you review your current study habits and perhaps learn new ones.” Survey originally created by a professor at Middle Tennessee State University.Online Learning Styles Inventory
Includes explanations and helpful hints. Created by North Carolina State University.Online Learning Styles Site
Created to help students identify their learning style and develop productive learning strategies. Maintained by Diablo Valley College.Study Strategies
Tutorials and exercises in developing effective study skills and strategies. Maintained by the University of Minnesota Duluth.
Essentials of Music
An introduction to classical music, featuring eras, composers, and a glossary. Includes almost 200 musical excerpts in RealPlayer format to illustrate the eras and composers.Internet Resources for Music
A good list of music sites, organized by starting points, topics, and associations, maintained by the library at the University of Delaware.
American Optometric Association
Includes information on eye health by topic, as well as updated optometric news.EyeMDLink
Maintained by board-certified ophthalmologists, this website contains information about eye conditions, procedures, and specialties, organized by topic.National Eye Institute
Check out the Health Information section for research about diseases and disorders, eye care, and basic anatomy.New York Online Access to Health – Eye
Information on eye health and vision, maintained by New York librarians and health professionals.
EpistemeLinks: Philosophy Resources
Over 19,000 categorized links. Begin browsing the site by using the Philosophers or Topics links.The Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Hundreds of articles featuring "detailed, scholarly information on key topics and philosophers in all areas of philosophy." Maintained by two philosophy professors and a team of volunteer specialists. Not searchable.
engAPPLETS
Java Applets for beginning engineering or physics students. Covers fluid dynamics, statics, and dynamics. Developed by Virginia Tech and funded by the National Science Foundation.Physics Central
Created and maintained by the American Physical Society (APS), this website contains articles, images, news, and more.PhysLink
A “comprehensive physics and astronomy online education, research and reference web site.” Of particular interest is the Reference section, which includes a glossary, materials safety datasheets, and fundamental physics constants.Science Niche
"Educational Resources for Science Teachers & Students." Includes study guides, reference tools, and featured internet sites.Scirus
The “most comprehensive science-specific search engine on the Internet,” and a great place to find scholarly scientific information.
Governing Sourcebook
An authoritative resource for data about the states and the largest U.S. municipalities organized by categories such as revenue, spending, employment, technology trends, and health insurance coverage. Search by region or category.American National Election Studies (ANES) Guide to Public Opinion and Electoral Behavior
Opinion surveys of public attitudes, electoral behavior, and choice in American politics.Office of the Clerk: U.S. House of Representatives
Official links to House Floor Proceeding and Congressional schedules; records of proceedings; overviews of the legislative process and rules and procedures; financial disclosure reports; committee and membership directories; and more. See also the official websites of the Senate and House.The Federal Register
Provides access to the official text of federal laws, Presidential documents, and historical election results (via the U.S. Electoral College).
See also Early Childhood Education and Human Services.
American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Check out Resources for Families (includes Facts for Families brochures) and information on careers within the field.American Psychological Association
Refer to their Psychology Topics– each topic guide includes links to articles, book titles, websites, and other resources.
eMedicine – Radiology
Online medical articles on a variety of radiology topics.RadiologyChannel
Information about radiological procedures, maintained the board-certified physicians.Scirus
The “most comprehensive science-specific search engine on the Internet,” and a great place to find scholarly scientific information.
See also Human Services and International.
American Sociological Association
Refer to their Research Briefs as well as the links to large-scale datasets available for public use.United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
Site includes news, interactive tools, resources divided by theme, community and worldwide information, documents, statistics, and more.
