Research Guides Homepage: FRS 319: Forensic Science: Articles

How to Find Articles

In order to find full-text peer-reviewed articles, first go to the LWLC homepage: (www.lib.alasu.edu) and select "Databases by Subject" in the blue box on the lower left hand portion of the library's homepage. Next, select the subject you're wanting to research such as "Math/Science and Technology Databases." Finally, a new page will open with a list of science databases relevant to forensic science-related topics.

Brief Video on Accessing Science Databases at the LWLC

Accessing Science Databases

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