Find Sources
Find Articles
Use these selected databases to find articles on your topic:
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arXivOpen access e-prints in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Quantitative Biology, Quantitative Finance, and Statistics. ArXiv is maintained and operated by the Cornell University Library with guidance from the arXiv Scientific Advisory Board and the arXiv Member Advisory Board, and with the help of numerous subject moderators.
Books, Ebooks, Music, & Movies
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WorldCatA global and comprehensive catalog of library holdings. Search WorldCat for materials that are not available at Fairfield.
Background Sources
Multidisciplinary encyclopedias:
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Credo Reference Academic CoreA comprehensive collection of subject encyclopedias, dictionaries, atlases, and reference handbooks. Also included are short reference videos and high-resolution images. Useful background information source.
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Oxford Reference Online: PremiumA comprehensive collection of scholarly encyclopedias and dictionaries published by Oxford University Press. A useful background information source for starting your research. Simultaneous user limit: 5.
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Britannica AcademicProvides access to the Encyclopaedia Britannica, Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary, an interactive world atlas, a world data analyst tool, images, timelines, videos, and primary sources.
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The Princeton Companion to MathematicsCall Number: Online & Stacks Upper Level QA11.2 .P745 2008ISBN: 9780691118802Publication Date: 2008 -
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Other Library Research Guides
Resources for Presenting Research
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MAA Mathematical CommunicationCreated by the Mathematical Association of American, Mathematical Communication is a developing collection of resources for engaging students in writing and speaking about mathematics, whether for the purpose of learning mathematics or of learning to communicate as mathematicians.
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MAA Examples of Outstanding Student PostersNeed to create a poster to present your research? Look here for some design inspiration.
Additional Online Resources
These websites have been evaluated by librarians (that's a good thing) for your use in an academic setting. However, any website can be changed without notice, so be sure to evaluate every site you use.
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American Institute of MathematicsProvides links to information regarding conferences, grants, math problems and resources.
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Khan Academy Math ResourcesKhan Academy is a non-profit educational organization created in 2006 by educator Salman Khan with a goal of creating a set of online tools that help educate students. The organization produces short lessons in the form of YouTube videos. Great for basic refreshers on a variety of divisions of mathematics.
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Mathematical Sciences Digital LibraryFrom the Mathematical Association of America. Provides several resources for learning and mathematical research, as well as classroom materials.
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NIST Digital Library of Mathematical FunctionsFrom the National Institute of Standards & Technology. A digital companion to the NIST Handbook of Mathematical Functions, which provides comprehensive information on hundreds of mathematical functions.
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Wolfram MathWorldAn extensive mathematical resource, provided as a free service to the world's mathematics and internet communities as part of a commitment to education and educational outreach by Wolfram Research.
Math Center
The Mathematics Center is located in the Academic Commons on the main floor of the DiMenna-Nyselius Library and it is a place where Fairfield University students can get free tutoring for their core math classes.These half-hour tutoring appointments are FREE, but require an appointment.
Register for an account and book your appointment here: https://fairfield.mywconline.net/
Citations & Support
Citing Your Sources
The links below point to brief informational guides for creating accurate citations. For more complete information, consult the original books at the library (see call numbers below) or contact a librarian.
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AMA Manual of Style, 11th ed.Call Number: Online and Reference Main Level R119 .A533 2020ISBN: 9780190246556For help with this style, check out our AMA Citation Guide. -
Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA), 7th ed.Call Number: Reference Main Level BF76.7 .P83 2020ISBN: 9781433832161For help with this style, check out our APA Citation Guide. -
MLA Handbook, 9th ed.Call Number: Reference Main Level LB2369 .G53 2021ISBN: 9781603293518For help with this style, check out our MLA Citation Guide. -
The Chicago Manual of Style, 17th ed.Call Number: Online and Reference Main Level Z253 .U69 2017ISBN: 9780226287058Our Citation Guides can help with Chicago Notes-Bibliography style or Chicago Author-Date style. -
IEEE Editorial Style Manual for Authors by Call Number: OnlineFor help with this style, check out our IEEE Citation Guide.
Questions about Citations? Save time, ask a Librarian!
Citation Managers
Zotero (pronounced "zoh-TAIR-oh") is a standalone application that uses browser connectors to save full text, organize sources, and create citations. Click the logo to see more info!
ATTENTION: Please note that the Library will be ending its subscription to Refworks in July 2022. For more information, see our Refworks-to-Zotero transfer guide.
The Writing Center
The Writing Center, located in the main level of the DiMenna-Nyselius library, will help you with your writing. Tutors will work with you to improve essays, research papers, oral presentations, and more!
Schedule an appointment online or contact them by e-mail at writingcenter@fairfield.edu.
