BIO 498: Research Project Library Guide [Dr. Sheridan]: Preparing to Search: Importance of Lists and Key Terms

Search a variety of places with a variety of terminology. 

This is an evolving process. It is important to maintain structure by doing the following:

Create a Research Journal (spreadsheet/notes/paper journal)

• What are the main terms of your research query? 
• What are some synonyms? 
• Jot these down...start your search. 
• Look for clues in the literature...what words are the articles providing you with? 
• Make note of where you searched and what words you used. 
• Jot down new ideas for the next search time period. 
• Selecting Key Terms