(Brauer Math/Physics Library is abbreviated M/P in the library catalog.)


I. ELECTRONIC RESOURCES

A. Article Databases

Infotrac OneFile (1980-present)
This source provides bibliographic information and some full-text of newspaper and periodical articles on many subjects.

B. Reference Sources

AccessScience
AccessScience serves as the online version of the McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Science and Technology.

Today's Science on File (September 1992-present)
This database contains a glossary of scientific terms, biographies of important figures in science, and news articles on recent developments in all scientific fields.


II. PRINT RESOURCES (available in Brauer Math/Physics Library)

A. Reference Sources

Astronomy Encyclopedia    MP REF QB14.A875 2002
This single-volume encyclopedia provides broad coverage of the field. Many entries are supplemented by data and photographs, and a final section consists of star maps.

Cambridge Dictionary of Astronomy    MP REF QB14.M55 2001
This dictionary defines over 3000 terms, names, and abbreviations used in the past and present in both amateur and professional astronomy.

The Cambridge Guide to the Constellations    MP REF QB802.B35 1995
This book provides facts and data about the constellations.

The Cambridge Planetary Handbook    MP REF QB601.B36 2000
This source presents history, data, and theories relevant to the planets and their satellites. It also includes photographs and figures that illustrate the motion of these objects.

The Data Book of Astronomy    MP REF QB64.M623 2000
This book provides essays on basic aspects of astronomy and serves as a quick reference for astronomical facts.

Encyclopedia of Planetary Sciences    MP REF QB600.2.E53 1997
Designed for a broad audience, this single-volume encyclopedia attempts to provide comprehensive coverage of the planetary sciences.

Encyclopedia of Space Exploration    MP REF QB500.262.A54 2000
The source examines past, present, and future space exploration and its impact on human development.

History of Astronomy: an encyclopedia    MP REF QB15.H624 1997
This encyclopedia provides historical overviews and biographies, and it addresses the social history of astronomy, the history of observatories, and astronomy in various national contexts. The focus is on the last three to four hundred years, but brief articles covering earlier periods are also included.

B. Magazines

Astronomy
This popular magazine covers the latest news and developments in astronomy. A summary of the current issue's contents, links to related online content, and additional news stories are available through astronomy.com.

Sky and Telescope
An important resource for stargazers, this magazine presents recent astronomy news, monthly star maps, tips on using telescopes and binoculars, and product reviews. Skyandtelescope.com provides a free online index to back issues as well as news articles, information for observing, and shopping.


III. INTERNET RESOURCES

A. Directories

Google Directory of Astronomy

Yahoo! Directory of Astronomy

B. Other Relevant Sites

History of Astronomy (Germany)

NASA: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (U.S. Government)


This research guide was originally created by Elise Allison, Graduate Assistant in Brauer Library from 2002 to 2004. The descriptions of electronic resources are based on information in vendor websites, and the descriptions of print resources are based on their prefaces and information from publisher websites.