Searching by Topic
Boolean Operators
Truncation & Wildcards
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When constructing a search, the first step is to identify the main concepts of your topic.
For example, if you are researching Asperger syndrome in children, you need to identify the main concepts of your search:
When searching for scientific literature, It is important to consider alternative words and phrases, because not all authors use the same words when writing about a topic. Consider the following:
After consulting an encyclopedia and recent news articles you learn that Asperger syndrome is a pervasive developmental disorder and is often referred to as a form of high functioning autism. It is also know by the name Asperger's syndrome.
