Subject specific databases
For comprehensive subject specific research, members of the University of Münster can use numerous licensed databases.
Databases by subject (DBIS)
Are you looking for articles, books, or information on a specific topic? Search in the subject specific databases and reference books, which are available free of charge to all members of the University of Münster.
Advanced search in DBIS
Tips and tricks regarding the use of databases and technical bibliographies (video tutorials).
Video tutorial "Datenbank-Infosystem DBIS"
Use the DigiBib to search in multiple databases at once.
Due to licensing reasons, you can access many subject specific databases only if you prove your access authorisation.
About using e-resources
Software-based data retrieval (data mining) is not permitted for many databases due to licensing reasons. If necessary, please consult the information on the respective product page.
In many subject specific databases and scientific search engines, you will find a button in the hit display leading you to the linking service of the ULB. The linking service guides you directly to the document.
More about the linking service
In the reading room of the ULB, you will find other printed bibliographies and reference works for literature search relating to your subject, usually located at the beginning under "Allgemeines" (General).
Reading room holdings