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BIOL 10: The Living World

Science Librarian

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Anne Marie Engelsen
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Contact:
Anne Marie is out of the office between October 12, 2023 and January 4, 2024, please contact:

*Biological Sciences - Geetali Basu, geetali.basu@sjsu.edu

*Chemistry - Ann Agee, ann.agee@sjsu.edu

*Geology - Lauren DeCellle, lauren.decelle@sjsu.edu

*Mathematics & Statistics - Ann Agee, ann.agee@sjsu.edu

*Meteorology & Climate Sciences - Peggy Cabrera, peggy.cabrera@sjsu.edu

*Physics & Astronomy - Ann Agee, ann.agee@sjsu.edu

What is a Primary Source in Biology?

A primary source in biology...

  • Reports original findings and ideas -----> look for the "methods" section in the article or book chapter
  • Generally takes the form of research papers published in peer-reviewed scientific journals
  • Book chapters may also be a primary source

More info and other types of primary sources in the sciences: http://library.albany.edu/infolit/prisci

What is Peer-Reviewed?

Anali Perry, a librarian from Arizona State University Libraries, gives a quick definition of a peer-reviewed article.