Introducing Summon -- the Library's answer to Google

Dear All,

If you've visited the library website recently, you will have noticed that we've just released Summon -- a search engine which simultaneously searches our catalogue and databases. It is similar to Google in that it is designed as a 'one stop shop' for your research needs.

Summon is simple to use and works best with a basic keyword search. You can limit search results to:

• Scholarly publications
• Publications where the full text online is available

You can also limit by:

• Publication date
• Library location
• Content type
• Subject term(s)

Summon is designed to make searching for basic information quick and efficient. It is not suitable to use for a systematic search because it lacks the power of individual databases! For instance, there are no MeSH Subject Headings available.

Summon is still in its Beta phase, so comments and suggestions are most welcome. Tell us what you think about Summon by clicking on the 'Feedback' link.

Cheers,

Kate

AgeLine Database: Searches to Go

AgeLine, one of the major databases in ageing and gerontology now offers pre-packaged Searches to Go for busy researchers, service providers and consumers.

Searches include up to 20 recent references with abstracts on various topics in the following categories:

• Health & Mental Health
• Healthcare & Medicare
• Long Term Care & Caregiving
• Work, Retirement & Financial Issues
• Social Relationships & Psychological Aging
• Community Living
• An Aging Society
• State and Global Aging

Scopus and EMBASE Training

Wednesday 6 February, Health Sciences Library, Cumberland campus

Scopus (10.00 am - 12.00 pm)
EMBASE.com (1.00 pm - 3.00 pm)

Venue: Health Science Library Training Room

Scopus is the largest abstract and citation database of research literature and quality web sources. Quick, easy and comprehensive, Scopus provides superior support of the literature research process. Users can spend less time mastering databases and more time on research. It's the easiest way to find relevant results fast.

EMBASE is a major pharmacological and biomedical database indexing drug information from 4,550 journals published in 70 countries.

Classes are limited to 27 participants. Please book your place with Dawn Payoe: d.payoe@library.usyd.edu.au or phone: 935 19646

Lost in Cyberspace?

Lets Talk Net is a free podcast guide to various aspects of internet technology in very plain language. Episodes include: Getting Started, Email, Searching the net, socializing, Shopping, etc.

Cllick here to explore and enjoy