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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/about/
-TITLE: About Khalifa University Libraries
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-The mission of Khalifa University Library is to advance the university's commitment to research and innovation, by providing exceptional resources, state-of-the-art technology, and expert services. We aim to enhance the academic experience by offering diverse collections, personalized assistance, and collaborative spaces that inspire creativity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning, aligning with Khalifa University's vision to be a global leader in education and research.
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-LIBRARY BRANCHES:
-There are two libraries at Khalifa University, one at each campus:
-- Main Campus Library in E Building
-- Habshan Library at Sas Al Nakhl Campus
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-FACILITIES:
-Library facilities include various collections and learning areas:
-- Group study rooms
-- Media rooms
-- Computer workstations
-- Quiet study areas
-- Display areas
-- Information Literacy classrooms
-- Book collections including general collection, reference, Arabic collection, multimedia, special collections, leisure reading material and reserve
-- Printing, scanning and photocopying
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-SERVICES:
-- Circulation: check-in and checkout
-- Self-service circulation kiosks
-- Reference and research help by locating relevant resources and using them effectively
-- Information Literacy sessions including workshops on the use of library resources
-- Access to world-class E-Resources, both on and off campus
-- Inter-Library Loans and Document Delivery services: https://library.ku.ac.ae/ill/
-  - ILL Email: ILL@ku.ac.ae
-- Suggest books for library to order: https://library.ku.ac.ae/requesttitle/
-  - Acquisitions Email: acquisitions@ku.ac.ae
-- KU Repository (Khazna): https://khazna.ku.ac.ae
-- Open Access Publishing: https://library.ku.ac.ae/oa/
-- Medical Library Services: https://library.ku.ac.ae/med/
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-CONTACT INFORMATION:
-Library staff are accessible by phone, in person, and via email.
-- General email inquiries: libse@ku.ac.ae
-- Main Campus reference desk: +971 2 312 4604
-- Sas Al Nakhl Campus (Habshan Library) service desk: +971 2 312 3160
-- Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
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-NOTICE:
-Due to campus network issues, both physical library branches may be temporarily closed. All electronic resources remain accessible online. Check https://library.ku.ac.ae/hours for current status.

data/knowledge/Library_Services.txt

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/
-TITLE: Khalifa University Library Services Overview
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-Khalifa University Library provides comprehensive academic library services to students, faculty, and staff at Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
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-LIBRARY BRANCHES:
-Khalifa University Library operates two physical branches:
-- Main Campus Library (SAN Campus, Abu Dhabi)
-- Sas Al Nakhl Campus Library
-Both branches provide study spaces, computer workstations, printing and scanning facilities, and access to physical collections.
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-BORROWING AND LOANS:
-- Undergraduate students can borrow up to 10 items for 14 days
-- Graduate students can borrow up to 15 items for 28 days
-- Faculty can borrow up to 25 items for 90 days
-- Most items can be renewed up to 3 times if not requested by another user
-- Renewals can be done online through My Library Account: https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/account?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-- Overdue items may incur fines
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-STUDY ROOMS:
-The library offers group study rooms that can be reserved online.
-- Reserve a study room at: https://library.ku.ac.ae/rooms/
-- Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis
-- Booking can be made in advance
-- Group study rooms accommodate 4-8 people
-- Individual study carrels are also available on a walk-in basis
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-INTERLIBRARY LOAN (ILL):
-If a book or article is not available in the Khalifa University Library collection, you can request it through Interlibrary Loan.
-- Submit ILL requests at: https://library.ku.ac.ae/ill/
-- ILL is free for Khalifa University students and faculty
-- Delivery time varies from 1-3 weeks depending on the source library
-- Both physical books and electronic articles can be requested
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-PRINTING, SCANNING, AND PHOTOCOPYING:
-- Printing and photocopying services are available in both library branches
-- Black and white and color printing available
-- Scanning is free of charge
-- Students use their KU ID card for printing services
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-COMPUTER WORKSTATIONS:
-- Desktop computers are available in both library branches
-- All workstations have internet access and standard software
-- Laptops can be borrowed for in-library use at the circulation desk
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-REFERENCE AND RESEARCH HELP:
-- Librarians are available to help with research questions
-- Research consultations can be scheduled
-- Ask a Librarian service: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
-- Library instruction sessions are available for classes
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-LIBRARY HOURS:
-For current library hours, please visit: https://library.ku.ac.ae/hours
-Hours may vary during exam periods, holidays, and Ramadan.

data/knowledge/Medical_Library_Services.txt

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/med/
-TITLE: Khalifa University Medical Library and Special Services
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-MEDICAL LIBRARY:
-The Medical Library serves the College of Medicine and Health Sciences at Khalifa University.
-- Located on the medical campus
-- Specialized medical collections and databases
-- Access at: https://library.ku.ac.ae/med/
-- Medical databases include: ClinicalKey Student, PubMed, Cochrane Library, UpToDate, CINAHL, Embase, Medline
-- Medical librarians provide specialized research support for clinical and health sciences
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-ALUMNI SERVICES:
-Khalifa University alumni can continue to access library services after graduation.
-- Alumni library services: https://library.ku.ac.ae/alumni/
-- Alumni may access physical library collections
-- Some electronic resources may be available to alumni
-- Contact the library for current alumni access policies
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-VISITOR ACCESS:
-External visitors can register to use the library facilities.
-- Visitor registration: https://library.ku.ac.ae/visitors/
-- Visitors may access physical collections and study spaces
-- Electronic resources are restricted to current KU members
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-LIBRARY TOURS:
-New students and visitors can take library tours.
-- Schedule a tour: https://library.ku.ac.ae/InstructionAndTours
-- Tours cover library layout, services, and how to use resources
-- Available for individuals and groups
-- Orientation tours are provided at the beginning of each semester
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-EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS:
-The library regularly hosts events, workshops, and training sessions.
-- Events calendar: https://kustar.libcal.com/calendar/events/
-- Workshops include database training, citation management, research skills
-- Newsletter: https://library.ku.ac.ae/newsletter/
-- The Bookends Newsletter provides updates on new resources and services
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-FEEDBACK AND SUGGESTIONS:
-The library welcomes feedback from users.
-- Submit comments and suggestions: https://library.ku.ac.ae/comments/
-- Suggestions for new purchases: https://library.ku.ac.ae/requesttitle/
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-CONTACT THE LIBRARY:
-- Ask a Librarian (chat, email, phone): https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
-- This is the primary contact point for all library questions
-- Librarians are available during library hours
-- Email inquiries are typically responded to within 24 hours

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/oa/
-TITLE: Khalifa University Open Access Publishing - Real Policy Details
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-OPEN ACCESS PUBLISHING AT KHALIFA UNIVERSITY:
-The administration of Khalifa University is committed to encouraging and supporting faculty to use Open Access (OA) publishing for their scholarly work. Publishing your work via OA will make it freely available to everyone in the world, which will increase your reach as well as further support the mission and goals of the university.
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-Using OA also allows you to retain the copyright to your work and allows the university to put all such articles into Khazna, the university's institutional repository, which will also increase the visibility of your work.
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-PUBLISHER AGREEMENTS:
-The university has agreements with the following publishers to publish OA articles:
-- Wiley
-- ACS (American Chemical Society)
-- Elsevier
-- IEEE
-- Taylor & Francis
-- PLOS
-- Springer Nature
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-OA FUNDING OPTIONS FOR KU AUTHORS:
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-Option 1 - Top 15% Journals (APC covered by Library):
-The Library's OA Services covers the cost of the APC if ALL three conditions are met:
-- At least one author whose primary affiliation on the paper is KU
-- The paper must be in a journal from a publisher we have an agreement with (ACS, Elsevier, IEEE, Springer Nature, Taylor & Francis, Wiley)
-- The journal must be rated in the top 15% as determined by Scopus
-The total cost of the basic APC will be covered. Additional charges (overlength page charges, color page charges) are NOT covered.
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-Option 2 - Top 10% Journals (APC & EPC via Provost):
-If your paper is accepted in a top 10% journal (by Scopus) and KU is your primary affiliation:
-- Submit a payment request through the KU Portal at https://kuconnect.ku.ac.ae/group/guest/services#/service-details/831545
-- Attach: Invoice, Final accepted manuscript, Email from library confirming they don't cover the charges
-- Note: This is not automatic — the case needs review by the Provost office
-- Direct payment requests (PMR) are the only accepted method; expense reimbursement is not allowed
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-Option 3 - Q1 Journals (via Department Budget):
-If neither Option 1 or 2 applies, and your paper is in a Q1 journal (by Scopus):
-- Contact your department head about possible support using the department's budget
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-HOW TO DETERMINE JOURNAL RATING:
-Visit: https://library.ku.ac.ae/oa/ratings
-Journal ratings are determined by Scopus percentile rankings.
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-OA GUIDE PAGES BY PUBLISHER:
-- ACS details: https://library.ku.ac.ae/oa/acs
-- IEEE details: https://library.ku.ac.ae/oa/ieee
-- Elsevier details: https://library.ku.ac.ae/oa/elsevier
-- Springer Nature details: https://library.ku.ac.ae/oa/SpringerNature
-- Taylor & Francis details: https://library.ku.ac.ae/oa/TandF
-- Wiley details: https://library.ku.ac.ae/oa/wiley
-- Author Training Videos: https://library.ku.ac.ae/oa/videos
-- OA Publishing Guidelines: https://library.ku.ac.ae/oa/guidelines
-- Publisher Recommendation Form: https://kustar.libwizard.com/f/oapub
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-KU OPEN ACCESS POLICY:
-The official Khalifa University Open Access Policy document is available at:
-https://portal.ku.ac.ae/Policy/KU%20Poliy%20and%20Procedure%20Library/LIB%208540%20Open%20Access%20Publishing.pdf
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-CONTACT FOR OA QUESTIONS:
-Email: openaccess@ku.ac.ae
-Or contact through Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/
-TITLE: Khalifa University Library Policies and Account Management
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-LIBRARY ACCOUNT:
-Every Khalifa University student and faculty member has a library account.
-- Access your account: https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/account?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-- View current loans and due dates
-- Renew borrowed items
-- View hold requests
-- Check fines and fees
-- Update notification preferences
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-BORROWING POLICIES:
-Khalifa University Library lending policies by patron type:
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-Undergraduate Students:
-- Loan period: 14 days
-- Maximum items: 10
-- Renewals: Up to 3 times (if not requested by another user)
-- Overdue fines may apply
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-Graduate Students (Masters/PhD):
-- Loan period: 28 days
-- Maximum items: 15
-- Renewals: Up to 3 times
-- Overdue fines may apply
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-Faculty Members:
-- Loan period: 90 days (one semester)
-- Maximum items: 25
-- Renewals: Up to 3 times
-- Overdue fines may apply
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-Staff:
-- Loan period: 14 days
-- Maximum items: 10
-- Renewals: Up to 3 times
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-RENEWALS:
-- Renew online through My Library Account
-- Items can be renewed up to 3 times
-- Items cannot be renewed if requested by another user
-- Overdue items cannot be renewed — return them first
-- Renew before the due date to avoid fines
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-HOLDS AND REQUESTS:
-- You can place a hold on items currently checked out by another user
-- You will be notified when the item becomes available
-- Hold requests can be placed through PRIMO or your library account
-- Items are held for a limited time after notification
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-FINES AND FEES:
-- Overdue fines are charged for late returns
-- Lost or damaged items must be replaced or paid for
-- Outstanding fines may block borrowing privileges
-- Check your fines at: https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/account?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-- Contact the circulation desk for questions about specific charges
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-LIBRARY CODE OF CONDUCT:
-- Maintain a quiet study environment
-- Food and drinks in covered containers only
-- Do not remove library materials without checking them out
-- Return items on time
-- Treat library equipment and furniture with care
-- Mobile phones should be on silent mode
-- Group discussions should take place in designated areas or study rooms
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-REMOTE ACCESS TO ELECTRONIC RESOURCES:
-- All databases and e-journals are accessible from anywhere with your KU login
-- No VPN required — authentication is automatic through the proxy
-- Visit https://library.ku.ac.ae/eresources and click on any database
-- Log in with your KU username and password when prompted
-- Works on any device: laptop, tablet, or smartphone
-- If you have trouble accessing resources remotely, contact: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
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-THESIS AND DISSERTATION SUBMISSION:
-- All KU theses and dissertations must be submitted to the Khazna repository
-- Access Khazna: https://khazna.ku.ac.ae/
-- The library can help with formatting and submission requirements
-- Embargo options are available for research with publication restrictions
-- Contact the library for submission guidelines

data/knowledge/Research_Skills.txt

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/gds/
-TITLE: Khalifa University Library Research Skills and Subject Guides
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-SUBJECT GUIDES (LIBGUIDES):
-Khalifa University librarians have created expert research guides for every subject area.
-- Browse all guides at: https://library.ku.ac.ae/gds/
-- Guides include recommended databases, key journals, and search strategies for each discipline
-- Available guides cover Engineering, Medicine, Computing, Chemistry, Physics, Research Skills, and more
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-RESEARCH SKILLS SUPPORT:
-The library offers support for all stages of the research process:
-- Finding sources: librarians help you identify the best databases and search strategies
-- Evaluating sources: learn to assess journal quality and reliability
-- Citing sources: guidance on citation styles (APA, IEEE, Harvard, Vancouver, etc.)
-- Managing references: support for reference management tools
-- Writing and publishing: guidance on academic writing and publishing
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-CITATION STYLES:
-Khalifa University researchers commonly use these citation styles:
-- APA (American Psychological Association): Social sciences, education, psychology
-- IEEE: Engineering, computer science, technology
-- Harvard: General academic use, business
-- Vancouver: Medicine, health sciences
-- Chicago: Humanities, history
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-REFERENCE MANAGEMENT TOOLS:
-The library supports several reference management tools:
-- RefWorks: Available through library subscription
-- Zotero: Free, open-source tool
-- Mendeley: Free tool with PDF management
-- EndNote: Available for KU researchers
-Librarians can help you set up and use any of these tools.
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-SEARCH STRATEGIES:
-Tips for effective database searching:
-- Use Boolean operators: AND (narrows), OR (broadens), NOT (excludes)
-- Use quotation marks for exact phrases: "machine learning"
-- Use truncation (*) to find word variations: engineer* finds engineering, engineers, engineered
-- Use subject headings and controlled vocabulary when available
-- Limit by date, peer-reviewed status, and language
-- Start broad and narrow down using facets
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-LIBRARY INSTRUCTION:
-The library offers instruction sessions for classes and groups:
-- Database training workshops
-- Research skills workshops
-- Citation management sessions
-- Custom sessions tailored to course needs
-- Schedule at: https://library.ku.ac.ae/InstructionAndTours
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-RESEARCH CONSULTATIONS:
-Individual research consultations are available:
-- One-on-one help with your research topic
-- Database selection and search strategy
-- Literature review assistance
-- Contact: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
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-PRIMO DISCOVERY SYSTEM:
-Khalifa University uses Ex Libris PRIMO as its discovery system.
-- Search across all library resources: books, articles, journals, databases
-- Access at: https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-- PRIMO AI Research Assistant provides intelligent research discovery
-- Use Advanced Search for Boolean queries and field-specific searching
-- Filter results by peer-reviewed, open access, date range, resource type

data/knowledge/Subject_Databases.txt

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/eresources
-TITLE: Khalifa University Library Recommended Databases by Subject
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-MECHANICAL ENGINEERING:
-Best databases: ASME Digital Library, Knovel, ScienceDirect, Scopus, ASTM Compass
-- ASME Digital Library: Mechanical engineering journals and e-books. Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://asmedigitalcollection.asme.org
-- Knovel: Engineering reference books with interactive tools. Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://app.knovel.com/kn
-- ASTM Compass: Engineering standards. Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://secure.astm.org/login
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-CIVIL ENGINEERING:
-Best databases: ASCE Library, Knovel, ScienceDirect, Scopus, ASTM Compass
-- ASCE Library: Civil and structural engineering. Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ascelibrary.org
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-ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING:
-Best databases: IEEE Xplore, ScienceDirect, Scopus, Applied Science & Technology Source
-- IEEE Xplore: Full-text IEEE/IET journals and standards. Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/Xplore/dynhome.jsp
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-COMPUTER SCIENCE AND AI:
-Best databases: ACM Digital Library, IEEE Xplore, arXiv.org, ScienceDirect, Scopus
-- ACM Digital Library: Full-text ACM publications. Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://dl.acm.org
-- arXiv.org: Open access preprints. Access: https://arxiv.org/
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-AEROSPACE ENGINEERING:
-Best databases: AIAA, ScienceDirect, Scopus, Knovel, ASME Digital Library
-- AIAA: Aerospace science journals. Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://arc.aiaa.org/
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-CHEMISTRY:
-Best databases: ACS, SciFindern, RSC Journals, Scopus, Web of Science
-- ACS: American Chemical Society journals. Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubs.acs.org
-- SciFindern: Chemistry research tool. Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://scifinder-n.cas.org
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-PHYSICS:
-Best databases: APS Journals, AIP, IOPScience, arXiv.org, Nature Journals
-- AIP: American Institute of Physics. Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://aip.scitation.org
-- APS Journals: American Physical Society. Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://journals.aps.org
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-ENGINEERING PHYSICS:
-Best databases: AIP, APS Journals, IOPScience, IEEE Xplore, ScienceDirect
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-INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING:
-Best databases: ScienceDirect, Scopus, Emerald Insight, IEEE Xplore, ProQuest
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-MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES:
-Best databases: ClinicalKey Student, PubMed, Cochrane Library, UpToDate, CINAHL Ultimate
-- PubMed @ KU: Access: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?otool=iaekustlib
-- ClinicalKey Student: Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.clinicalkey.com/student/login
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-PETROLEUM ENGINEERING:
-Best databases: OnePetro, ScienceDirect, Scopus, EarthDoc, Knovel
-- OnePetro: Oil and gas literature. Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.onepetro.org/
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-MATHEMATICS:
-Best databases: MathSciNet, ScienceDirect, Scopus, Springer, JSTOR
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-NUCLEAR ENGINEERING:
-Best databases: ScienceDirect, Scopus, AIP, Knovel, Web of Science
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-MATERIALS SCIENCE:
-Best databases: ScienceDirect, Scopus, Nature Journals, Springer, Knovel
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-BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT:
-Best databases: Business Source Complete, Emerald Insight, ProQuest, Scopus, JSTOR
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-GENERAL RESEARCH (ALL DISCIPLINES):
-- Scopus: Largest abstract and citation database. Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com/home.url
-- Web of Science: Premier citation index. Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- ScienceDirect: Elsevier's full-text platform. Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Google Scholar @ KU: https://library.ku.ac.ae/google

data/knowledge/about.txt

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/about/
-TITLE: About Khalifa University Libraries
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-The mission of Khalifa University Library is to advance the university's commitment to research and innovation, by providing exceptional resources, state-of-the-art technology, and expert services. We aim to enhance the academic experience by offering diverse collections, personalized assistance, and collaborative spaces that inspire creativity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning, aligning with Khalifa University's vision to be a global leader in education and research.
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-LIBRARY BRANCHES:
-There are two libraries at Khalifa University, one at each campus:
-- Main Campus Library in E Building
-- Habshan Library at Sas Al Nakhl Campus
-
-FACILITIES:
-Library facilities include various collections and learning areas:
-- Group study rooms
-- Media rooms
-- Computer workstations
-- Quiet study areas
-- Display areas
-- Information Literacy classrooms
-- Book collections including general collection, reference, Arabic collection, multimedia, special collections, leisure reading material and reserve
-- Printing, scanning and photocopying
-
-SERVICES:
-- Circulation: check-in and checkout
-- Self-service circulation kiosks
-- Reference and research help by locating relevant resources and using them effectively
-- Information Literacy sessions including workshops on the use of library resources
-- Access to world-class E-Resources, both on and off campus
-- Inter-Library Loans and Document Delivery services: https://library.ku.ac.ae/ill/
-  - ILL Email: ILL@ku.ac.ae
-- Suggest books for library to order: https://library.ku.ac.ae/requesttitle/
-  - Acquisitions Email: acquisitions@ku.ac.ae
-- KU Repository (Khazna): https://khazna.ku.ac.ae
-- Open Access Publishing: https://library.ku.ac.ae/oa/
-- Medical Library Services: https://library.ku.ac.ae/med/
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-CONTACT INFORMATION:
-Library staff are accessible by phone, in person, and via email.
-- General email inquiries: libse@ku.ac.ae
-- Main Campus reference desk: +971 2 312 4604
-- Sas Al Nakhl Campus (Habshan Library) service desk: +971 2 312 3160
-- Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
-
-NOTICE:
-Due to campus network issues, both physical library branches may be temporarily closed. All electronic resources remain accessible online. Check https://library.ku.ac.ae/hours for current status.

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
-TITLE: Khalifa University Library Subject Database Recommendations
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-SUBJECT: General Research / Multidisciplinary
-KU_PROGRAMS: All KU majors and minors
-SEARCH_HINTS: general research, multidisciplinary articles, broad literature search, where should I start, peer reviewed articles, find papers, find journals
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- PRIMO | KU Library discovery for books, articles, journals, and holdings | https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-- Scopus | Broad multidisciplinary database for articles, citations, authors, and subject discovery | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Broad multidisciplinary citation database and journal discovery | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- ScienceDirect | Large full-text platform across science, engineering, and medicine | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Google Scholar | Broad discovery tool, useful with KU access checking | https://scholar.google.com
-ALSO_USE:
-- ProQuest Databases | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.proquest.com
-WHEN_TO_USE:
-- Use when the user is unsure which database to start with
-- Use for interdisciplinary topics
-- Use for literature reviews and citation chasing
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Aerospace Engineering
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Aerospace Engineering
-SEARCH_HINTS: aerospace engineering, aerodynamics, propulsion, aircraft design, flight systems, aerospace materials
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- AIAA Aerospace Research Central | Core aerospace literature, journals, and conference papers | [KU proxy-enabled link if available]
-- ASME Digital Library | Useful for thermal, mechanical, and fluid systems relevant to aerospace | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://asmedigitalcollection.asme.org
-- ScienceDirect | Strong full text for aerospace, mechanics, controls, and materials | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Broad discovery and citation tracking for aerospace research | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- Knovel | Engineering reference data and handbooks | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://app.knovel.com
-ALSO_USE:
-- IEEE Xplore | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ieeexplore.ieee.org
-WHEN_TO_USE:
-- Use for propulsion, aerodynamics, structural analysis, and aerospace systems
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Biomedical Engineering
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Biomedical Engineering
-SEARCH_HINTS: biomedical engineering, medical devices, biomechanics, bioinstrumentation, biomedical imaging, tissue engineering
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- PubMed | Core biomedical and life sciences literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
-- Embase | Biomedical and pharmacological literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.embase.com
-- ClinicalKey Student | Clinical and medical reference content | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.clinicalkey.com/student
-- CINAHL Ultimate | Nursing and allied health literature, often useful for applied biomedical topics | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com
-- ScienceDirect | Full text for biomedical engineering and applied sciences | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-ALSO_USE:
-- Web of Science | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-WHEN_TO_USE:
-- Use for biomedical devices, imaging, biomaterials, and translational medical engineering
-STAFF_HELP:
-- Jason Fetty | Medical Librarian
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Chemical Engineering
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Chemical Engineering
-SEARCH_HINTS: chemical engineering, process engineering, reaction engineering, separations, thermodynamics, catalysis
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- ScienceDirect | Strong full text for chemical engineering journals and books | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- ACS Publications | Core chemistry and some chemical engineering coverage | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubs.acs.org
-- Reaxys | Chemistry and reaction/property searching | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.reaxys.com
-- SciFindern | Chemical substances, reactions, references, and patents | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://scifinder-n.cas.org
-- Knovel | Engineering handbooks and technical reference | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://app.knovel.com
-ALSO_USE:
-- RSC Journals | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubs.rsc.org
-WHEN_TO_USE:
-- Use for process design, separations, catalysis, and chemical process literature
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Civil Engineering
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Civil Engineering
-SEARCH_HINTS: civil engineering, structures, geotechnical, transportation, water resources, construction materials
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- ASCE Library | Core civil engineering journals and conference papers | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ascelibrary.org
-- ASTM Compass | Standards and testing methods for materials and engineering | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://compass.astm.org
-- ICE Virtual Library | Civil engineering literature and proceedings | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.icevirtuallibrary.com
-- ScienceDirect | Full text across civil engineering areas | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- Knovel | Handbooks and design reference data | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://app.knovel.com
-WHEN_TO_USE:
-- Use for structures, transportation, water, materials, and standards
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Computer Engineering
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Computer Engineering
-SEARCH_HINTS: computer engineering, embedded systems, hardware, computer architecture, networking, digital systems
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- IEEE Xplore | Core database for electrical, computing, systems, and networking literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ieeexplore.ieee.org
-- ACM Digital Library | Strong coverage for computing, software, and systems | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://dl.acm.org
-- INSPEC | Engineering, physics, electronics, and computing indexing | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.theiet.org/publishing/inspec
-- ScienceDirect | Full text for computing and engineering topics | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- arXiv | Preprints for CS, AI, systems, and mathematics | https://arxiv.org
-WHEN_TO_USE:
-- Use for hardware-software systems, embedded systems, networks, and architecture
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Computer Science
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Computer Science
-SEARCH_HINTS: computer science, algorithms, software engineering, programming, machine learning, cybersecurity
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- ACM Digital Library | Core computer science literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://dl.acm.org
-- IEEE Xplore | Strong for CS, AI, networks, and systems | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ieeexplore.ieee.org
-- arXiv | Strong preprint source for CS, AI, ML, and theory | https://arxiv.org
-- ScienceDirect | Full text across CS and applied computing | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- INSPEC | Indexing for computing and engineering topics | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.theiet.org/publishing/inspec
-WHEN_TO_USE:
-- Use for algorithms, software, AI, machine learning, and cybersecurity
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Electrical Engineering
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Electrical Engineering
-SEARCH_HINTS: electrical engineering, circuits, power systems, signals, control, communications
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- IEEE Xplore | Core electrical engineering database | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ieeexplore.ieee.org
-- INSPEC | Strong indexing for EE, electronics, and physics | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.theiet.org/publishing/inspec
-- ScienceDirect | Full text for electrical engineering and control | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- ASTM Compass | Useful for standards and testing in some engineering contexts | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://compass.astm.org
-WHEN_TO_USE:
-- Use for circuits, communications, signal processing, power, and controls
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Energy Engineering
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Energy Engineering; Minor in Renewable and Sustainable Energy; Minor in Energy Transition
-SEARCH_HINTS: energy engineering, renewable energy, low carbon energy, sustainable energy, energy policy, clean energy
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- ScienceDirect | Strong energy engineering and sustainability full text | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- Knovel | Engineering handbooks and energy reference content | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://app.knovel.com
-- IEEE Xplore | Power systems, electrical energy, and smart systems | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ieeexplore.ieee.org
-- OnePetro | Useful for energy sector crossover topics | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://onepetro.org
-WHEN_TO_USE:
-- Use for renewable energy, low-carbon systems, energy transition, and power systems
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Mechanical Engineering
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Mechanical Engineering
-SEARCH_HINTS: mechanical engineering, thermofluids, design, manufacturing, mechanics, materials
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- ASME Digital Library | Core mechanical engineering literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://asmedigitalcollection.asme.org
-- ScienceDirect | Full text across mechanics, thermal, and manufacturing topics | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- Knovel | Engineering reference data and handbooks | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://app.knovel.com
-- ASTM Compass | Standards and materials testing information | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://compass.astm.org
-WHEN_TO_USE:
-- Use for mechanics, thermal systems, design, manufacturing, and standards
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Petroleum Engineering
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Petroleum Engineering
-SEARCH_HINTS: petroleum engineering, drilling, reservoir engineering, production, oil and gas, subsurface
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- OnePetro | Core petroleum engineering and oil and gas literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://onepetro.org
-- EarthDoc | Geoscience and petroleum-related literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.earthdoc.org
-- ScienceDirect | Full text for petroleum, energy, and engineering topics | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- Knovel | Engineering handbooks and oil/gas reference material | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://app.knovel.com
-WHEN_TO_USE:
-- Use for drilling, reservoirs, production, and oil and gas engineering
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Earth and Planetary Sciences
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Earth and Planetary Sciences
-SEARCH_HINTS: earth science, geology, geophysics, geochemistry, planetary science, geoscience
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- GeoRef | Core geoscience indexing database | [KU proxy-enabled link if available]
-- GeoscienceWorld | Earth science journals and conference content | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubs.geoscienceworld.org
-- EarthDoc | Geoscience and subsurface literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.earthdoc.org
-- OnePetro | Useful for applied geoscience and petroleum crossover | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://onepetro.org
-- ScienceDirect | Full text for geoscience and planetary topics | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Engineering Systems and Management
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Engineering Systems and Management; Minor in General Business
-SEARCH_HINTS: engineering management, systems engineering, operations, management, decision analysis, innovation
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- Scopus | Broad discovery across engineering and management research | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- ScienceDirect | Engineering and management full text | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Business Source Complete | Business, management, and strategy literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com
-- Emerald Insight | Management, operations, and leadership literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.emerald.com/insight
-- ProQuest Databases | Broad business and interdisciplinary discovery | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.proquest.com
-- Web of Science | Citation discovery across engineering and management | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-WHEN_TO_USE:
-- Use for operations, engineering management, innovation, leadership, and policy
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Robotics and Artificial Intelligence
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Robotics and Artificial Intelligence; Minor in Artificial Intelligence
-SEARCH_HINTS: robotics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, autonomous systems, intelligent systems, AI
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- IEEE Xplore | Core source for robotics, AI, automation, and intelligent systems | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ieeexplore.ieee.org
-- ACM Digital Library | Core source for AI, ML, and computing research | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://dl.acm.org
-- arXiv | Very important for current AI, robotics, and ML preprints | https://arxiv.org
-- ScienceDirect | Full text for AI, robotics, and applied engineering | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- INSPEC | Indexing for robotics, computing, electronics, and control | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.theiet.org/publishing/inspec
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Applied Mathematics, Statistics, and Data Science
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Applied Mathematics, Statistics, and Data Science; Minor in Mathematics
-SEARCH_HINTS: applied mathematics, statistics, data science, probability, optimization, mathematical modeling
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- MathSciNet | Core mathematics review and discovery database | [KU proxy-enabled link if available]
-- Scopus | Broad discovery including data science and applied mathematics | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- ScienceDirect | Full text for mathematics, statistics, and data science | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- SpringerLink | Strong mathematics and statistics book/journal coverage | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://link.springer.com
-- JSTOR | Useful for foundational mathematics and statistics literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.jstor.org
-- arXiv | Important for mathematics, statistics, machine learning, and data science preprints | https://arxiv.org
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Physics
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Physics
-SEARCH_HINTS: physics, optics, photonics, quantum, condensed matter, theoretical physics
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- APS Journals | Core physics journals | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://journals.aps.org
-- AIP Publishing | Core physics and applied physics literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubs.aip.org
-- IOPScience | Core physics journal platform | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://iopscience.iop.org
-- arXiv | Important preprint source for physics | https://arxiv.org
-- ScienceDirect | Full text across applied physics and interdisciplinary areas | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Chemistry
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Chemistry
-SEARCH_HINTS: chemistry, organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, materials chemistry, chemical properties
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- ACS Publications | Core chemistry journals | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubs.acs.org
-- SciFindern | Core chemistry substance, reaction, reference, and patent searching | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://scifinder-n.cas.org
-- Reaxys | Reaction and property searching | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.reaxys.com
-- RSC Journals | Strong chemistry journal coverage | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubs.rsc.org
-- ScienceDirect | Full text chemistry journals and books | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Cell and Molecular Biology
-KU_PROGRAMS: BS Cell and Molecular Biology; Minor in Biotechnology
-SEARCH_HINTS: cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, genomics, biotechnology, bioinformatics
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- PubMed | Core life sciences and biomedical literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
-- ScienceDirect | Full text biology and molecular sciences content | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- Embase | Useful for biomedical crossover topics | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.embase.com
-- PubMed Central | Open full-text biomedical articles | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc
-- PLOS | Open science journals across biology and medicine | https://plos.org
-WHEN_TO_USE:
-- Use for genetics, genomics, molecular biology, biotech, and biomedical life sciences
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Medicine and Health Sciences
-KU_PROGRAMS: College of Medicine and Health Sciences related research needs; Biomedical Engineering overlap
-SEARCH_HINTS: medical databases, clinical evidence, nursing articles, systematic review, patient care, biomedical literature
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- PubMed | Core medical and biomedical literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
-- Embase | Biomedical and pharmacological literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.embase.com
-- CINAHL Ultimate | Nursing and allied health literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com
-- Cochrane Library | Evidence synthesis and systematic reviews | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.cochranelibrary.com
-- UpToDate | Point-of-care clinical decision support | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.uptodate.com
-- ClinicalKey Student | Clinical reference and learning resource | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.clinicalkey.com/student
-- MEDLINE Ultimate | Medical literature indexing and discovery | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com
-- Health Research Premium Collection | Health sciences and medical full text | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.proquest.com
-ALSO_USE:
-- Lecturio | [KU proxy-enabled link if available]
-STAFF_HELP:
-- Jason Fetty | Medical Librarian
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Business and Management
-KU_PROGRAMS: Minor in General Business; Engineering Systems and Management overlap
-SEARCH_HINTS: business, management, finance, economics, innovation, entrepreneurship
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- Business Source Complete | Core business and management literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com
-- Emerald Insight | Management, strategy, and organizational literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.emerald.com/insight
-- ProQuest Databases | Broad business and interdisciplinary discovery | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.proquest.com
-- Scopus | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- JSTOR | Useful for business, economics, and policy literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.jstor.org
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Materials Science and Nanotechnology
-KU_PROGRAMS: Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering related research
-SEARCH_HINTS: materials science, nanotechnology, advanced materials, biomaterials, functional materials
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- ScienceDirect | Strong materials science full text | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- SpringerLink | Strong materials and nanoscience coverage | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://link.springer.com
-- AIP Publishing | Applied materials and physics crossover | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubs.aip.org
-- IOPScience | Materials and physics crossover | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://iopscience.iop.org
-- Knovel | Reference data and engineering materials handbooks | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://app.knovel.com
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Nuclear Engineering
-KU_PROGRAMS: Minor in Nuclear Engineering
-SEARCH_HINTS: nuclear engineering, reactor systems, nuclear materials, radiation, nuclear safety
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- ScienceDirect | Strong nuclear engineering and energy full text | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- AIP Publishing | Nuclear and applied physics crossover | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubs.aip.org
-- Knovel | Engineering reference and handbooks | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://app.knovel.com
-WHEN_TO_USE:
-- Use for reactor systems, safety, radiation, and nuclear materials
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Quantum Computing
-KU_PROGRAMS: Minor in Quantum Computing
-SEARCH_HINTS: quantum computing, quantum algorithms, quantum machine learning, quantum cryptography, quantum information
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- IEEE Xplore | Strong for quantum computing and engineering implementations | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ieeexplore.ieee.org
-- ACM Digital Library | Useful for algorithms, theory, and computing literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://dl.acm.org
-- arXiv | Important for current quantum computing preprints | https://arxiv.org
-- APS Journals | Quantum information and foundational physics | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://journals.aps.org
-- AIP Publishing | Quantum and applied physics literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubs.aip.org
-- Web of Science | Discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- Scopus | Discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Environment and Sustainability
-KU_PROGRAMS: Minor in Environment and Sustainability; Minor in Renewable and Sustainable Energy; Minor in Energy Transition
-SEARCH_HINTS: environment, sustainability, climate change, sustainable development, conservation, environmental policy
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- ScienceDirect | Strong sustainability and environmental full text | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
-- Scopus | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- Web of Science | Broad discovery and citation tracking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- GreenFILE or environmental indexing resource | [KU proxy-enabled link if available]
-- ProQuest Databases | Environmental policy and interdisciplinary discovery | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.proquest.com
-- Business Source Complete | Sustainability, policy, and corporate responsibility crossover | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Standards and Technical Reference
-KU_PROGRAMS: Engineering majors and technical minors
-SEARCH_HINTS: standards, codes, specifications, technical handbooks, engineering reference
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- ASTM Compass | Standards and testing methods | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://compass.astm.org
-- IEEE Xplore Standards | Electrical, computing, and systems standards | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ieeexplore.ieee.org
-- ASME Digital Library | Mechanical standards and engineering literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://asmedigitalcollection.asme.org
-- ASCE Library | Civil engineering standards-related literature | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ascelibrary.org
-- Knovel | Handbooks, equations, material properties, and technical data | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://app.knovel.com
-- ICE Virtual Library | Civil engineering reference and proceedings | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.icevirtuallibrary.com
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
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-SUBJECT: Dissertations, Theses, and Research Outputs
-KU_PROGRAMS: All KU majors and minors
-SEARCH_HINTS: dissertations, theses, thesis database, doctoral thesis, master thesis, repository
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global | International dissertations and theses | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/pqdtglobal
-- Khazna | KU institutional repository and research outputs | [KU repository link]
-- PRIMO | Discovery for dissertations, theses, and holdings | https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources
-
-SUBJECT: Journal Metrics and Research Impact
-KU_PROGRAMS: All KU majors and minors; especially faculty and graduate researchers
-SEARCH_HINTS: impact factor, journal metrics, scival, citescore, jcr, quartile, research impact
-TOP_DATABASES:
-- Web of Science | Citation discovery and journal evaluation context | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
-- Journal Citation Reports | Impact factor and journal rankings | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://jcr.clarivate.com
-- Scopus | Citation database and CiteScore context | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com
-- SciVal | Research analytics and benchmarking | https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scival.com
-STAFF_HELP:
-- Nikesh Narayanan | Research and Access Services Librarian
-ERESOURCES_PAGE:
-- https://library.ku.ac.ae/e-resources

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/aitools
-TITLE: Academic AI Tools for Research, Writing, and Discovery — Khalifa University Library
-
-Khalifa University Library maintains a comprehensive guide to Academic AI tools to help KU students, faculty, and researchers use AI effectively, ethically, and responsibly throughout the research lifecycle.
-Guide maintained by Research Librarian Nikesh Narayanan: nikesh.narayanan@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 3980
-Full guide: https://library.ku.ac.ae/aitools
-
-=== SECTION 1: KU LIBRARY-SUBSCRIBED AI TOOLS ===
-Source: https://library.ku.ac.ae/aitools/libararyaitools
-These tools are available to all KU students, faculty, and researchers via institutional subscription.
-
-LEAPSPACE (ELSEVIER):
-An AI-assisted research workspace from Elsevier for advanced scholarly research, including literature exploration, evidence synthesis, identifying research gaps, and project planning. Draws on ScienceDirect, Scopus, Emerald, IOP Publishing, NEJM Group, and SAGE content. Links AI insights directly to original publications for transparency.
-Access: https://sciencedirect.com/leapspace — register with your Khalifa University email address.
-
-PRIMO AI ASSISTANT:
-An AI-powered assistant embedded in PRIMO that helps refine searches, understand topics, and discover relevant library resources.
-Access: https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/researchAssistant?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-Availability: Institutional subscription.
-
-SCOPUS AI:
-An AI-powered feature within Scopus that summarizes research topics, highlights key themes, and suggests important literature.
-Access: https://www-scopus-com.khalifa.idm.oclc.org/pages/ai
-Availability: Institutional subscription (KU login required).
-
-SCIENCEDIRECT AI:
-Uses generative AI to summarize and explain full-text research articles available in ScienceDirect.
-Access: https://www-sciencedirect-com.khalifa.idm.oclc.org/ai
-Availability: Institutional subscription (KU login required).
-
-EBSCO RESEARCH AI:
-AI-enhanced discovery tool for topic overviews, natural-language searching, and citation-linked results in EBSCO databases.
-Access: https://research-ebsco-com.khalifa.idm.oclc.org/c/ntdlkp/search
-Availability: Institutional subscription (KU login required).
-
-AL MANHAL ARABIC PLATFORM AI:
-AI-powered assistant for Arabic-language research discovery. Enhances search for Arabic books, peer-reviewed journals, dissertations, reports, and multimedia.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://platform.almanhal.com
-Availability: Institutional subscription (KU login required).
-
-=== SECTION 2: DEEP RESEARCH TOOLS ===
-Source: https://library.ku.ac.ae/aitools/aidiscovery
-These tools represent a shift toward Semantic and Agentic Search — AI models that understand the context of research questions and navigate scholarly literature on your behalf.
-
-UNDERMIND.AI (https://www.undermind.ai/):
-Agentic search engine that mimics a human researcher — runs multiple iterative searches, reads results, adjusts keywords, and loops 10+ times to surface niche research. Best practice: describe your problem in full detail, not just keywords.
-Availability: Free tier (5-10 searches/month); Pro for unlimited.
-
-LINER SCHOLAR (https://liner.com/scholar):
-Agentic architecture cross-referencing 460M+ academic papers. Provides fact-based answers with line-by-line citations and structured research reports.
-Availability: Free (100 credits/month, 3 deep research reports); Pro/Max for unlimited.
-
-CONSENSUS (https://consensus.app/):
-Extracts conclusions directly from peer-reviewed papers. Ask Yes/No research questions and see the "Consensus Meter" showing percentage of agreement across papers.
-Availability: Free with limits; subscription for advanced features.
-
-ELICIT (https://elicit.org/):
-AI research assistant using RAG — reads full PDFs to find data points beyond abstracts. Best used by uploading 10-20 PDFs and extracting specific variables into comparison tables.
-Availability: Free (5,000 credits); Plus for high-volume.
-
-CONNECTED PAPERS (https://www.connectedpapers.com/):
-Visualizes citation networks using bibliographic coupling. Start with one "seed" paper (DOI or title) to map related research. Free (5 graphs/month).
-
-RESEARCH RABBIT (https://www.researchrabbit.ai/):
-Predictive literature recommendation — works like Spotify. Add 3-5 seed papers to a collection and it learns your interests and recommends new papers. Free.
-
-LITMAPS (https://www.litmaps.com/):
-Time-based citation mapping — shows evolution of ideas over time. Upload a bibliography (RIS file) to find gaps in the research timeline. Free tier available.
-
-INCITEFUL (https://inciteful.xyz/):
-Graph theory-based connector — finds the "bridge paper" linking two separate disciplines. Use "Connect Two Papers" tool with papers from different fields. Free, open source.
-
-SEMANTIC SCHOLAR (https://www.semanticscholar.org/):
-AI-enhanced academic search using full-text NLP. Filter by "Highly Influential Citations" to find papers that defined a field rather than raw citation counts. Free. Also accessible via KU Library: https://www.semanticscholar.org/
-
-SCITE.AI (https://scite.ai/):
-Sentiment classification of citations — shows if a paper is supported, contrasted, or merely mentioned by subsequent papers. Identifies retracted papers. Subscription required.
-
-DEEP RESEARCH FROM GENERAL LLMs:
-- ChatGPT Deep Research (OpenAI): Best for comprehensive "State of the Field" reports. Requires Plus/Pro subscription.
-- Perplexity Deep Research: Best for fact verification with immediate source citation.
-- Google Gemini Deep Research: Best for mixed-media projects (PDFs + videos + web). Integrates with Google Drive/Docs.
-- Claude Projects (Anthropic): Best for literature reviews — upload your own PDFs for bounded research that minimises hallucinated citations.
-- Grok DeepSearch (xAI): Best for real-time trends using live X/Twitter data.
-
-=== SECTION 3: AI TOOLS FOR WRITING ===
-Source: https://library.ku.ac.ae/aitools/aiwriting
-
-GRAMMARLY (https://www.grammarly.com/): Grammar, clarity, tone, and plagiarism-aware suggestions. Free basic; subscription for advanced academic features.
-
-WRITEFULL (https://writefull.com/): AI writing tool trained on academic texts for discipline-specific phrasing and language quality.
-
-PAPERPAL (https://paperpal.com/): AI academic writing assistant for language editing, submission checks, and research-focused feedback.
-
-QUILLBOT (https://quillbot.com/): AI paraphrasing, summarizing, and grammar-checking. Free with limits; subscription for full access.
-
-SCISPACE (https://www.scispace.com/): Uses AI to explain, summarize, and interact with research papers in plain language.
-
-=== SECTION 4: AI DETECTION TOOLS ===
-Source: https://library.ku.ac.ae/aitools/aidetection
-
-INSTITUTIONAL TOOLS (for formal academic review):
-- Turnitin AI Detection: Industry standard, institutional license only, for faculty use. https://www.turnitin.com/products/ai-writing-detection
-- GPTZero (https://gptzero.me/): Freemium, best for educators and students checking their own work. Detects GPT-4, Bard, LLaMA. Canvas integration available.
-- CopyLeaks (https://copyleaks.com/): Freemium. Plagiarism + AI detection combined, 30+ languages.
-- Crossplag (https://crossplag.com/ai-content-detector/): Freemium. "Thermometer" style AI probability score.
-
-GENERAL QUICK-CHECK TOOLS:
-- ZeroGPT (https://www.zerogpt.com/): Free. Sentence-by-sentence AI percentage score.
-- Writer AI Detector (https://writer.com/ai-content-detector/): Free. Paste text or URL for quick check.
-- Originality.ai (https://originality.ai/): Subscription. High accuracy (>95%), detects "humanized" AI text.
-- Content at Scale (https://contentatscale.ai/ai-content-detector/): Free. Breaks score into Predictability, Probability, Pattern.
-- Sapling.ai (https://sapling.ai/ai-content-detector): Freemium. Best for shorter texts.
-- Hive AI Detector (https://hivemoderation.com/ai-generated-content-detection): Freemium. Detects both AI text and AI-generated images.
-
-CONTACT FOR AI TOOLS GUIDANCE:
-Nikesh Narayanan, Research & Access Services Librarian
-Email: nikesh.narayanan@ku.ac.ae | Phone: +971 2 312 3980
-Schedule: https://library.ku.ac.ae/prf.php?id=50c786b4-baa5-11f0-b9a8-0a92c88187d1
-Or Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/ACQCD
-TITLE: Acquisitions and Collection Development Services — Khalifa University Library
-
-OVERVIEW:
-The Acquisitions and Collection Development Services is responsible for ordering, receiving, and paying for all library materials. The library builds its collection through a Faculty Liaison Program guided by the Collection Development Policy, which reflects changes in the curriculum. Students, faculty, and staff are all encouraged to suggest new titles.
-
-DEPARTMENT WORKING HOURS:
-- Monday–Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
-- Friday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
-
-LOCATION:
-SAN Library (Habshan Building), offices #105 and #1011
-Sas Al Nakhl Campus, Abu Dhabi
-
-CONTACT:
-Email: acquisitions@ku.ac.ae
-Collection Development Librarian: Alia Al-Harrasi
-Email: alia.alharrasi@ku.ac.ae | Phone: +971 2 312 3180
-Location: Room 5105, Habshan Library, SAN Campus
-
-Library Information Specialist: Meera Alnaqbi
-Email: meera.alnaqbi@ku.ac.ae | Phone: +971 2 312 3375
-Location: Room 5011, Habshan Library, SAN Campus
-
-=== RECOMMENDING / REQUESTING NEW TITLES ===
-
-HOW TO SUBMIT A BOOK REQUEST:
-Three ways to request a new book or resource:
-1. Online web form: https://library.ku.ac.ae/requesttitle/
-2. Email: acquisitions@ku.ac.ae
-3. Library catalogue: https://library.ku.ac.ae/lib
-
-GUIDELINES FOR REQUESTING TITLES:
-1. Requests can be submitted at any time, subject to available funds and library policy.
-2. Include as much detail as possible: author, title, publisher, publication date, and ISBN.
-3. First check the library catalogue to confirm the item is not already held: https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-4. The library has a digital-first policy — ebooks with unlimited user access are prioritised over print when available.
-5. Print books may take time to arrive — submit requests for new courses and class references early.
-6. The library generally does not acquire textbooks or multiple copies of a title. For textbook queries, email: abdulrafi.jaffarullah@ku.ac.ae
-7. Expensive items, items in languages other than Arabic or English, or specific format requests require written justification.
-8. Book requests from undergraduate students require justification and course professor approval.
-9. Incomplete requests will be flagged — resubmit if no response within 3 working days.
-10. When an item becomes available, an automated email notification will be sent with access or item details.
-
-=== FACULTY LIAISON PROGRAM ===
-The Faculty Liaisons Program designates department representatives to oversee book acquisitions in their respective colleges. Faculty liaisons recommend books that enrich the library's collection and support their department's academic and research needs.
-
-Recommendations can be submitted via:
-- Email: acquisitions@ku.ac.ae
-- Online form: https://library.ku.ac.ae/requesttitle/
-- Library catalogue: https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-- GOBI weekly new title notifications (email alerts)
-
-GOBI (Global Online Bibliographic Information):
-GOBI is an academic book vendor delivering tailored lists of recently published books across disciplines, organised by Library of Congress call numbers. Faculty liaisons receive weekly GOBI email notifications to review and recommend new titles. To set up a GOBI profile, contact: acquisitions@ku.ac.ae
-
-How to use GOBI notifications:
-1. Monitor emails from DoNotReply@Ybp.com (whitelist this address) with subject: "GOBI Notification: [Subject] Books"
-2. Click the link in the email to view new titles in your discipline
-3. Click the white vertical bar on the left of a record until it turns dark blue to select it
-4. Click "Recommend" in the left menu to add titles to the selection cart
-5. Optionally add a note in the Library Note field (e.g., request for availability notification)
-
-=== EBOOK CENTRAL (PROQUEST) — ACCESSING EBOOKS ===
-
-Khalifa University has access to ProQuest Ebook Central. After a request is approved and access is ready, users receive an automated notification.
-
-HOW TO ACCESS EBOOK CENTRAL BOOKS:
-1. Search the library catalogue: https://library.ku.ac.ae/lib
-2. Click the "Full text availability" link on the book record
-3. On the Ebook Central page, select "Read Online" or "Download Book"
-4. Create an account or sign in with LibCentral (use KU email)
-5. For downloading: install Adobe Digital Editions (free) from https://anaapp.ankabut.ac.ae/
-6. Downloads expire after a set number of days (varies by publisher)
-7. Chapters and sections can be downloaded from the Table of Contents
-
-Note: Download options and restrictions vary by publisher. Check the "availability" section on the Ebook Central book page for details.
-
-EBOOK CENTRAL RESOURCES AND TUTORIALS:
-- Reading guide: https://proquest.libguides.com/ebookcentral/read
-- Download guide: https://proquest.libguides.com/ebookcentral/download
-- Arabic LibGuide: http://proquest.libguides.com/ebookcentral_ar
-- Ebook Central Online Reader Webinar (6 min): https://share.vidyard.com/watch/JxHnvse4uxsNb9JWPLrUBD
-- Downloading Webinar (4 min): https://pq-edu.com/Platforms/Ebook%20Central/EBC_EbookCentralDownloading/index.html
-- Accessibility Features Webinar (6 min): https://share.vidyard.com/watch/VpGArekYUWBT6xComyKtC5
-
-=== O'REILLY BOOKS ===
-O'Reilly provides a vast collection of technology and business books from publishers including Adobe, Cisco, McGraw-Hill, Microsoft, O'Reilly, Pearson, and Wiley — with content from nearly 200 publishers.
-- Search and browse by keyword or skill category
-- Filter by publisher, update status, and more
-- Personalised recommendations on the home page
-Access via library e-resources: https://library.ku.ac.ae/eresources
-O'Reilly LibGuide: https://proquest.libguides.com/oreilly/books
-
-=== BOOK DONATIONS ===
-
-KU Library welcomes book donations from the KU community. All donations are evaluated against the library's collection development policy — donated books are not guaranteed to be added to the collection.
-
-ACCEPTABLE DONATIONS:
-- New or gently used hardcovers and quality paperbacks in good condition
-
-NOT ACCEPTED:
-- Magazines or newspapers
-- Reader's Digest or condensed books
-- Mass-market paperbacks
-- Advertisements, flyers, pamphlets, postcards, or promotional materials
-- Older textbooks
-- Materials with highlighting or handwriting
-- Damaged materials
-- Books from individuals outside the KU community
-
-FOR LARGE DONATIONS (more than one box):
-Email a list of items to acquisitions@ku.ac.ae before dropping off. Once approved, coordinate with Acquisitions for drop-off during working hours. Unselected books will not be returned.
-
-COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT POLICY:
-Library Collection Development Policy (LIB 8600):
-https://portal.ku.ac.ae/Library/Library%20Policies/LIB%208600%20-%20Library%20Collections%20Development.pdf
-For Acquisitions procedures, contact: acquisitions@ku.ac.ae

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/eresources
-TITLE: Khalifa University Library E-Resources — Complete A-Z Database Directory
-
-All databases are accessible on and off campus using your KU credentials (username and password).
-For access problems or errors, use the reporting form: https://library.ku.ac.ae/ce/
-E-Resources Librarian: Rani Anand | rani.anand@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 3935
-Medical E-Resources list: https://library.ku.ac.ae/az.php
-Full e-resources page: https://library.ku.ac.ae/eresources
-
-=== A ===
-
-ACADEMIC SEARCH ULTIMATE (EBSCO)
-Coverage: 10,000+ academic journals; sciences, engineering, arts, social sciences, humanities.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=asn
-
-ACM DIGITAL LIBRARY
-Coverage: Full-text of all ACM publications — journals, conference proceedings, technical magazines, newsletters, books. Includes ACM Guide to Computing Literature.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://dl.acm.org
-
-ACS (AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY)
-Coverage: Core ACS journals from 1996 to present — catalysis, chemical biology, analytical chemistry, environment, nano, crystals, materials.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubs.acs.org
-
-AIAA (AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF AERONAUTICS AND ASTRONAUTICS)
-Coverage: Original research papers across aerospace science and technology in 8 active technical journals.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://arc.aiaa.org/
-
-AIP (AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF PHYSICS)
-Coverage: Select AIP titles from volume 1: Applied Physics Letters, Chaos, Journal of Applied Physics, Journal of Chemical Physics, Journal of Mathematical Physics, Physics of Fluids, Physics of Plasmas, Physics Today, Review of Scientific Instruments. OA journals: AIP Advances, APL Materials, APL Photonics, Structural Dynamics.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://aip.scitation.org
-
-AL MANHAL / المنهل
-Coverage: Full-text scholarly and scientific publications from the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Arabic-language platform with AI research tools.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://platform.almanhal.com
-
-APPLIED SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY SOURCE ULTIMATE (EBSCO)
-Coverage: Applied sciences and computing. Full text for 1,200 journals — trade journals, professional and technical society journals, conference proceedings.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=aps
-
-APS (AMERICAN PHYSICAL SOCIETY) JOURNALS WITH PROLA ARCHIVE
-Coverage: Full-text access to all APS journals.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://journals.aps.org
-
-ARXIV.ORG
-Coverage: Open access preprint server — physics, mathematics, computer science, nonlinear sciences, quantitative biology, quantitative finance, statistics, electrical engineering, economics. Maintained by Cornell University Library.
-Access: https://arxiv.org/ (Open access — no login required)
-
-ASCE LIBRARY (AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS)
-Coverage: Full-text ASCE journals and conference proceedings — structural, geotechnical, transportation, aerospace, environmental, energy, hydrologic, hydraulic engineering, urban planning, infrastructure, construction management, nano/micromechanics.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ascelibrary.org
-
-ASME DIGITAL LIBRARY (AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS)
-Coverage: Full-text access to 25 ASME transaction journals from 2000. Conference papers and older journal articles must be ordered individually via ILL.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://asmedigitalcollection.asme.org
-
-ASTM COMPASS
-Coverage: Industry-leading standards and technical engineering information — aerospace, chemical, civil, environmental, geological, health and safety, mechanical, nuclear, petroleum, soil science, solar engineering.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://secure.astm.org/login?redirectUrl=aHR0cHM6Ly9jb21wYXNzLmFzdG0ub3Jn&newApproach=true
-
-=== B ===
-
-BATES VISUAL GUIDE TO PHYSICAL EXAMINATION
-Coverage: 8+ hours of video — head-to-toe and systems-based physical examination techniques. For medical students. Accessible on computer, smartphone, tablet.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://batesvisualguide.com
-
-BUSINESS SOURCE COMPLETE (EBSCO)
-Coverage: Full text for 1,100+ business publications; expanded PDF backfiles for 150+ titles back to 1985; 10,150+ company profiles from MarketLine.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=bsh
-
-=== C ===
-
-CAMBRIDGE CORE
-Coverage: Scholarly books, academic journals, reference works, textbooks from Cambridge University Press.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.cambridge.org/core/
-
-CINAHL ULTIMATE (EBSCO)
-Coverage: Definitive full-text database for nursing and allied health research.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=cul
-
-CLINICAL KEY STUDENT
-Coverage: Full-text medical texts, journals, practice guidelines, drug information, patient handouts, videos, images across 30+ medical and surgical specialties. Updated daily.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.clinicalkey.com/student/login
-
-COCHRANE LIBRARY
-Coverage: 4 databases — Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (CDSR), Database of Abstracts of Reviews of Effectiveness (DARE), Cochrane Controlled Trials Register (CCTR), Cochrane Review Methodology Database (CRMD).
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.cochranelibrary.com
-
-CULTUREGRAMS
-Coverage: Cultural reference on countries of the world — background, customs, daily life, and lifestyles.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://online.culturegrams.com
-
-=== E ===
-
-EARTHDOC
-Coverage: 75,000+ articles — geoscience, geophysics, engineering and multi-disciplinary research.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.earthdoc.org
-
-EBOOK CENTRAL (PROQUEST)
-Coverage: Comprehensive academic eBook platform with breadth and depth of authoritative content.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/khalifa
-
-EBSCO PLATFORM — MULTIPLE DATABASES:
-- Academic Search Ultimate: 11,900 journals indexed, 7,900 full-text
-- Applied Science & Technology Source: 1,200 full-text journals
-- Business Source Elite: 1,100+ business publications
-- Engineering Source: 3,000+ full-text engineering and computer science titles
-- ERIC: Educational literature and resources
-- GeoRef: Comprehensive geosciences bibliographic database
-- GreenFILE: Environment topics — global warming, green building, pollution, renewable energy
-- INSPEC: Physics, electrical/electronics, communications, computing, mechanical engineering
-- Library, Information Science & Technology Abstracts (LISTA)
-- Regional Business News: 108 US/Canada business publications from 1990
-All EBSCO databases: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=eds
-
-EBSCO ACADEMIC EBOOKS COLLECTION
-Coverage: 180,000+ eBooks from multiple publishers on a wide variety of subjects.
-Access: http://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ebook&defaultdb=nlebk
-
-EBSCO ENGINEERING EBOOKS COLLECTION
-Coverage: 6,000+ eBooks on engineering and related subjects.
-Access: http://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ebook&defaultdb=e230xww
-
-ECSSR LIBRARY DATABASE
-Coverage: Full-text resources from the Emirates Center for Strategic Studies and Research.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://d.ecssr.ae/
-
-EMBASE
-Coverage: 32 million records from 8,500+ journals — biomedical literature, drugs/pharmacology, medical devices, clinical medicine, basic sciences. Includes Emtree indexing and PICO framework searching.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.embase.com
-
-EMERALD INSIGHT
-Coverage: Peer-reviewed journals — healthcare, accounting, management, marketing, economics, business.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.emerald.com/insight
-
-ENGINEERING SOURCE (EBSCO)
-Coverage: 3,000+ full-text titles in engineering, computer science and related areas.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=egs
-
-ERIC (EBSCO)
-Coverage: Educational literature and resources.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=eric
-
-=== G ===
-
-GCC STATISTICAL CENTRE
-Coverage: Official statistics and data for Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states. Available in English and Arabic.
-Access: https://gccstat.org/en/ (Open access)
-
-GEOREF (EBSCO)
-Coverage: Comprehensive geosciences bibliographic database from the American Geosciences Institute. Full text linking enabled.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=georef
-
-GEOSCIENCE WORLD
-Coverage: Peer-reviewed journals across geosciences, integrated with GeoRef.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubs.geoscienceworld.org/
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-GREENFILE (EBSCO)
-Coverage: Global warming, green building, pollution, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, recycling. Full-text included.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=8gh
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-=== H ===
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-HEALTH RESEARCH PREMIUM (PROQUEST)
-Coverage: Journals, evidence-based practice resources, dissertations — general medicine, nursing, psychology, consumer health. Includes videos, practice guidelines, trade publications.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/healthresearch/?accountid=174135
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-HEALTH SOURCE — CONSUMER EDITION (EBSCO)
-Coverage: Consumer health information — medical science, food science, nutrition, childcare, sports medicine, general health. 80 full-text consumer health magazines.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=hxh
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-=== I ===
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-ICE VIRTUAL LIBRARY (INSTITUTION OF CIVIL ENGINEERS)
-Coverage: One of the world's largest civil engineering collections — nearly 200 years of literature, 1,500+ eBooks.
-Access: https://login.khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://www.icevirtuallibrary.com
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-IEEE XPLORE DIGITAL LIBRARY
-Coverage: Full-text access to all IEEE and IET transaction journals, conference proceedings, and standards — electrical engineering, electronics, computer science, telecommunications.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/Xplore/dynhome.jsp
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-INSPEC (EBSCO)
-Coverage: Abstracts and indexing for physics, electrical engineering, electronics, communications, control engineering, computing, IT, manufacturing, mechanical engineering. Full-text linking enabled.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=inspec
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-IOPSCIENCE (INSTITUTE OF PHYSICS)
-Coverage: 70 journals — applied physics, astronomy, astrophysics, atomic/molecular/optical physics, biophysics, condensed matter, earth science, high energy physics, plasma physics, instrumentation, materials science, nanotechnology, mathematical physics.
-Access: http://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://iopscience.iop.org
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-=== J ===
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-JOURNAL CITATION REPORTS (JCR) — VIA WEB OF SCIENCE
-Coverage: Systematic evaluation of world's leading journals — impact factors, citation analysis, journal rankings by category.
-How to access: Login to Web of Science → click "Products" → select "Journal Citation Reports"
-Access: http://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://www.webofscience.com
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-JOVE (JOURNAL OF VISUALIZED EXPERIMENTS)
-Coverage: Educational video database — laboratory fundamentals through video demonstrations.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.jove.com
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-JSTOR
-Coverage: Archival journals (not current issues) in arts and sciences collections.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.jstor.org
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-=== K ===
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-KNOVEL
-Coverage: Full-text books and reference books with interactive analytic tools — aerospace, biochemistry, chemistry, computer hardware, material properties data, metals, nanotechnology, optics, plastics, project management, chemical/civil/electrical/environmental/industrial/manufacturing/mechanical/transportation engineering.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://app.knovel.com/kn
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-=== L ===
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-LECTURIO
-Coverage: Medical learning platform — medical science, clinical science, pre-med. Includes ~1,500 USMLE-style practice questions.
-Access: https://www.lecturio.com
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-LIBRARY, INFORMATION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY ABSTRACTS — LISTA (EBSCO)
-Coverage: Indexes journals, books, reports, proceedings in library science, online retrieval, information management.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=lxh
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-LINKEDIN LEARNING (FORMERLY LYNDA.COM)
-Coverage: 200,000+ video tutorials and courses — computing, business, management, marketing, design, web development, animation, audio. Uses KU Single Sign-On.
-Access: http://www.linkedin.com/learning
-Guide: https://library.ku.ac.ae/lil/
-Contact: walter.hall@ku.ac.ae
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-=== M ===
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-MATHSCINET
-Coverage: Reviews, abstracts, and bibliographic information for mathematical sciences literature dating back to the early 1800s.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=msn
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-MDPI (MULTIDISCIPLINARY DIGITAL PUBLISHING INSTITUTE)
-Coverage: 386 open access peer-reviewed journals across all scientific disciplines. World's largest OA publisher.
-Access: https://www.mdpi.com/about/journals (Open access — no login required)
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-MEDLINE (EBSCO)
-Coverage: Authoritative bibliographic database — biomedical and health journals. Created by US National Library of Medicine.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=medical
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-MEDLINE ULTIMATE (EBSCO)
-Coverage: Full-text companion to MEDLINE index — 2,500 active full-text journals including top biomedical publications.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=mdl
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-=== N ===
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-NATURE JOURNALS
-Coverage: All Nature-branded journals — biotechnology, chemistry, climate change, energy, genetics, geoscience, medicine, nanotechnology, neuroscience, photonics, physics. Includes Scientific American in PDF format.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.nature.com/index.html
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-=== O ===
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-ONEPETRO
-Coverage: 180,000+ items on oil and gas exploration and production. Published by Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE). Input from 20 publishers.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.onepetro.org/
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-OPTICA PUBLISHING GROUP (FORMERLY OSA)
-Coverage: Largest collection of peer-reviewed optics and photonics content — 19 publications, 835+ events, 400,000+ journal articles, conference papers, and videos.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://opg.optica.org/default.cfm
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-O'REILLY BOOKS (FORMERLY SAFARI BOOKS ONLINE)
-Coverage: 24,000+ full-text books and videos — information technology and business. Publishers include Adobe, Cisco, McGraw-Hill, Microsoft, Pearson, Wiley.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.oreilly.com/library-access/
-User guide: https://library.ku.ac.ae/ld.php?content_id=82004754
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-OVID JOURNALS
-Coverage: 150+ journals — biomedicine, allied health, biological and physical sciences, humanities, information science as they relate to medicine and healthcare.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ovidsp.ovid.com/ovidweb.cgi?T=JS&NEWS=n&PAGE=main&D=yrovft
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-OXFORD REFERENCE LIBRARY
-Coverage: 230+ in-depth encyclopedias and companions from Oxford University Press.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.oxfordreference.com
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-=== P ===
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-PLOS (PUBLIC LIBRARY OF SCIENCE)
-Coverage: Open access journals in biology and medicine.
-Access: https://www.plos.org/ (Open access — no login required)
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-PNAS (PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES)
-Coverage: Multidisciplinary journal spanning biological, physical, and social sciences. Archive from 1915. 3,500+ papers annually.
-Access: https://login.khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://www.pnas.org
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-PROQUEST DATABASES
-Coverage: 19,000+ periodical titles across 160+ subject areas — business, science and technology, health and medicine, literature, society and culture, arts, history, news, social sciences.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.proquest.com/?accountid=174135
-Select specific databases: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/databases/index?accountid=174135
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-PROQUEST DISSERTATIONS & THESES GLOBAL
-Coverage: 3 million+ PhD and Masters dissertations and theses abstracts; approximately half available in full text.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/pqdtglobal
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-PROQUEST HEALTH RESEARCH PREMIUM
-Coverage: Medical journals, evidence-based practice resources, dissertations — general medicine, nursing, psychology, consumer health.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/healthresearch/?accountid=174135
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-PUBMED @ KU
-Coverage: 29 million+ citations for biomedical literature from MEDLINE, life science journals, and online books. The special KU PubMed link connects to KU subscriptions and ILL services. Look for the "Full text @ Khalifa University" link on each abstract page.
-Access: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?otool=iaekustlib
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-PUBMED CENTRAL (PMC)
-Coverage: Free full-text archive of biomedical and life sciences journal literature from NIH/NLM.
-Access: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/ (Open access — no login required)
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-=== R ===
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-REFWORKS
-Coverage: Online reference management, citation, and bibliography tool. KU has institutional subscription.
-New users: https://refworks.proquest.com/signup/email/
-Existing users: https://refworks.proquest.com/
-Guide: https://library.ku.ac.ae/refworks
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-RSC JOURNALS (ROYAL SOCIETY OF CHEMISTRY)
-Coverage: RSC Gold — 51 full-text journals/magazines/alerting services with backfiles from 2008.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://pubs.rsc.org/
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-REAXYS (TRIAL DATABASE — ELSEVIER)
-Coverage: Chemistry data platform — 1 billion+ chemistry data points with AI support for drug discovery, chemical R&D.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.reaxys.com
-Note: Registration required.
-
-=== S ===
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-SCIDIRECT (SCIENCE DIRECT — ELSEVIER)
-Coverage: Full-text access to all 2012 and 2013 books; online journals and archive from 1995 to present. Subjects: engineering, computer science, environmental science, materials science, mathematics, physics, biochemistry, health sciences, business, economics, social sciences.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com
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-SCIENCE JOURNALS ONLINE (AAAS)
-Coverage: Six AAAS peer-reviewed journals — Science (weekly), Science Signaling, Science Translational Medicine, Science Advances (OA), Science Immunology, Science Robotics.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.aaas.org/science-journals
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-SCIFINDER-N (CAS)
-Coverage: Comprehensive chemistry and related sciences — references, substances, reactions. Most authoritative chemistry database.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://scifinder-n.cas.org
-IMPORTANT: Registration required before first use. Register at: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://origin-scifinder.cas.org/registration/index.html?corpKey=16496EF1X86F3503FX74BC36741C7951A77E
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-SCIVAL (ELSEVIER)
-Coverage: Research performance analytics — 8,500 research institutions, 220 countries. For measuring and benchmarking research output and impact.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://scival.com/
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-SCOPUS (ELSEVIER)
-Coverage: Index (not full-text) for 20,000 journals, conference papers, patents — physical sciences, health sciences, life sciences, social sciences (from 1996), arts and humanities (from 2002).
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.scopus.com/home.url
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-SPRINGER
-Coverage: Full-text books 2005-2024; e-journal core collection from 1997 (1,342 journal titles). Subjects: behavioral sciences, biomedical/life sciences, business/economics, chemistry/materials science, computer science, earth/environmental science, engineering, humanities, law, mathematics, medicine, physics/astronomy.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://link.springer.com
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-=== T ===
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-TAYLOR AND FRANCIS ONLINE JOURNALS
-Coverage: 1,589 journals — science, technology, social sciences, and humanities.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.tandfonline.com/
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-TAYLOR AND FRANCIS EBOOKS
-Coverage: 15,000+ eBooks across all subjects.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.taylorfrancis.com
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-=== U ===
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-UPTODATE
-Coverage: Evidence-based point-of-care clinical resource. Free mobile app available for iPhone, iPad, Android, Windows.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.uptodate.com/
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-=== W ===
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-WEB OF SCIENCE (CLARIVATE)
-Coverage: 11,000+ important journals and conferences — sciences, social sciences, arts and humanities. Useful for citation tracking, cited reference searching, and finding Journal Impact Factors (JCR). Does not include full-text but links to KU subscriptions.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.webofscience.com
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-WILEY ONLINE LIBRARY
-Coverage: Multidisciplinary — life, health, physical sciences, social science, humanities.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com
-
-=== Z ===
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-ZENDY — AI POWERED RESEARCH LIBRARY
-Coverage: Open access and paywalled research from world's leading publishers. Includes AI tools: ZAIA (personal AI assistant), AI summarisation, key phrase highlighting.
-Note: Free account required — register with your KU email address.
-Access: https://zendy.io/
-
-=== SUBJECT GUIDE — WHICH DATABASE FOR WHICH SUBJECT ===
-
-ENGINEERING (General): Academic Search Ultimate, Engineering Source, Knovel, INSPEC, Web of Science, Scopus
-ELECTRICAL / ELECTRONICS / COMPUTER SCIENCE: IEEE Xplore, ACM Digital Library, Engineering Source, INSPEC
-CIVIL ENGINEERING: ASCE Library, ICE Virtual Library, Knovel
-MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: ASME Digital Library, Knovel, INSPEC
-AEROSPACE: AIAA, ASME Digital Library, Scopus
-CHEMICAL ENGINEERING / CHEMISTRY: ACS, SciFindern, RSC Journals, Knovel, Reaxys
-PHYSICS: APS Journals, AIP, IOPScience, Optica, Web of Science
-MATERIALS SCIENCE: ACS, IOPScience, Springer, Web of Science
-PETROLEUM / OIL & GAS: OnePetro, ScienceDirect, Scopus
-GEOSCIENCE: GeoRef, GeoScience World, EarthDoc
-MATHEMATICS: MathSciNet, ScienceDirect, Springer
-MEDICINE / HEALTH SCIENCES: PubMed@KU, Embase, MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, UpToDate, ClinicalKey, CINAHL
-NURSING / ALLIED HEALTH: CINAHL Ultimate, Health Research Premium, MEDLINE
-BUSINESS / MANAGEMENT: Business Source Complete, Emerald Insight, ProQuest
-ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE: GreenFILE, ScienceDirect, Web of Science, GeoRef
-SOCIAL SCIENCES: ProQuest, Academic Search Ultimate, Scopus, Web of Science
-ARABIC / MIDDLE EAST CONTENT: Al Manhal, ECSSR, GCC Statistical Centre
-DISSERTATIONS / THESES: ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global, Khazna (KU repository)
-STANDARDS: ASTM Compass, Knovel, IEEE Xplore (IEEE standards)
-CITATION MANAGEMENT: RefWorks, Scopus, Web of Science
-RESEARCH IMPACT / METRICS: SciVal, Journal Citation Reports (via WoS), Scopus
-
-=== ACCESS HELP ===
-- For access errors, report at: https://library.ku.ac.ae/ce/
-- For database questions: Rani Anand | rani.anand@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 3935
-- For medical databases: Jason Fetty | jason.fetty@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 4722
-- Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae
-TITLE: Khalifa University Library — Comprehensive FAQ
-
-This FAQ covers the most common questions asked about Khalifa University Library services, resources, and tools. For further help, contact Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
-
-=== SECTION 1: GENERAL LIBRARY INFORMATION ===
-
-Q: Where is the Khalifa University Library located?
-A: KU Library has two campus locations:
-- Main Campus Library: Main E Building, 1st and 2nd Floor, Abu Dhabi
-- SAN Campus — Habshan Library: Building 5, Ground and 1st Floor, Sas Al Nakhl Campus, Abu Dhabi
-
-Q: What are the library opening hours?
-A: Habshan Library (SAN Campus):
-- Sunday–Wednesday: 8:00am – 7:00pm
-- Thursday: 8:00am – 4:00pm
-- Friday: Closed
-- Saturday: 12:00pm – 8:00pm
-Hours may vary during exams, holidays, and Ramadan. Check: https://library.ku.ac.ae/hours
-
-Q: How do I contact the library?
-A: Multiple ways to reach us:
-- Ask a Librarian (chat, email, phone): https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
-- General email: libse@ku.ac.ae
-- Main Campus desk: +971 2 312 4604
-- SAN Campus (Habshan) desk: +971 2 312 3160
-
-Q: Who do I contact for medical library questions?
-A: Jason Fetty, Medical Librarian
-Email: jason.fetty@ku.ac.ae | Phone: +971 2 312 4722 | medlib@ku.ac.ae
-
-Q: Who do I contact about research support, Open Access, or ORCID?
-A: Nikesh Narayanan, Research & Access Services Librarian
-Email: nikesh.narayanan@ku.ac.ae | Phone: +971 2 312 3980
-Schedule appointment: https://library.ku.ac.ae/prf.php?id=50c786b4-baa5-11f0-b9a8-0a92c88187d1
-
-Q: Who do I contact about database access problems or e-resources?
-A: Rani Anand, E-Resources Librarian
-Email: rani.anand@ku.ac.ae | Phone: +971 2 312 3935
-
-Q: Who do I contact about library systems, website, or technology?
-A: Walter Brian Hall, Digital & Technology Services Librarian
-Email: walter.hall@ku.ac.ae | Phone: +971 2 312 3163 | Mobile: 052-905-1491
-
-Q: Who do I contact about acquisitions or suggesting a new book?
-A: Email: acquisitions@ku.ac.ae
-Collection Development Librarian: Alia Al-Harrasi | alia.alharrasi@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 3180
-
-Q: Who is the Library Director?
-A: Dr. Abdulla Al Hefeiti, Assistant Provost, Libraries
-Email: abdulla.alhefeiti@ku.ac.ae | Phone: +971 2 312 3331
-
-Q: Can external visitors use the library?
-A: External visitors may use the library. Register at: https://library.ku.ac.ae/visitors/
-
-Q: Are library alumni services available?
-A: Yes. KU alumni have access to certain library services. Details at: https://library.ku.ac.ae/alumni/
-
-=== SECTION 2: SEARCHING AND FINDING RESOURCES ===
-
-Q: How do I search for books, articles, and journals at KU Library?
-A: Use PRIMO — the library's single search system for all resources:
-https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-Search by keyword, title, author, subject, or ISBN/ISSN. Use Advanced Search for more filters.
-
-Q: What is the PRIMO AI Research Assistant?
-A: PRIMO AI is an AI-powered discovery tool embedded in PRIMO that answers natural language queries using trusted KU library content. It supports multiple languages. Requires KU SSO login.
-Access: https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/researchAssistant?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-
-Q: How do I access library databases from off campus?
-A: All KU electronic resources are accessible off campus — no VPN required. Simply click on any database link and log in with your KU username and password when prompted. All database links on the library website use the KU proxy (khalifa.idm.oclc.org).
-
-Q: How do I find which databases are available?
-A: Browse the full A-Z database list at: https://library.ku.ac.ae/eresources
-Medical databases specifically: https://library.ku.ac.ae/az.php
-
-Q: Which database should I use for engineering research?
-A: Key engineering databases at KU:
-- IEEE Xplore: Electrical, electronics, computer science
-- ACM Digital Library: Computing, computer science
-- ASCE Library: Civil engineering
-- ASME Digital Library: Mechanical engineering
-- AIAA: Aerospace engineering
-- Knovel: Multi-discipline engineering with interactive tools
-- INSPEC: Physics, electrical, electronics, computing
-- Scopus / Web of Science: Broad multidisciplinary indexing
-
-Q: Which database should I use for medical / health sciences research?
-A: Key medical databases at KU:
-- PubMed@KU: Biomedical literature (use KU link for full-text access)
-- Embase: Pharmacology, drugs, medical devices, clinical medicine
-- CINAHL Ultimate: Nursing and allied health
-- Cochrane Library: Systematic reviews, evidence-based medicine
-- UpToDate: Clinical decision support
-- MEDLINE / MEDLINE Ultimate: Biomedical literature
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-Q: Which database should I use for chemistry research?
-A: ACS (American Chemical Society), RSC Journals (Royal Society of Chemistry), SciFindern (CAS), Reaxys (trial), ScienceDirect.
-Note: SciFindern requires registration before first use at: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://origin-scifinder.cas.org/registration/index.html?corpKey=16496EF1X86F3503FX74BC36741C7951A77E
-
-Q: Which database should I use for physics research?
-A: APS Journals, AIP (American Institute of Physics), IOPScience, Optica Publishing Group, ScienceDirect.
-
-Q: Which database should I use for business research?
-A: Business Source Complete, Emerald Insight, ProQuest Databases, Scopus.
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-Q: Which database should I use for finding dissertations and theses?
-A: ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/pqdtglobal
-Also search Khazna, KU's institutional repository, for KU theses: https://khazna.ku.ac.ae/
-
-Q: How do I access Google Scholar with KU full-text links?
-A: Use the KU Google Scholar link to enable library full-text access:
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/google
-
-Q: What is Khazna?
-A: Khazna is the Khalifa University institutional repository, storing KU theses, dissertations, and research outputs. Search it at: https://khazna.ku.ac.ae/
-
-Q: How do I find the impact factor of a journal?
-A: Use Journal Citation Reports (JCR) via Web of Science:
-1. Go to: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://www.webofscience.com
-2. Click "Products" at the top right
-3. Select "Journal Citation Reports"
-Alternatively, use Scopus for CiteScore and SJR metrics.
-
-Q: How do I find out if KU has access to a specific journal?
-A: Search the journal title in PRIMO Publication Finder, or browse the e-resources page. You can also contact the library at libse@ku.ac.ae.
-
-=== SECTION 3: BORROWING AND MY LIBRARY ACCOUNT ===
-
-Q: How many books can I borrow and for how long?
-A: Loan limits by patron type:
-- Undergraduate students: 10 items, 14-day loan, up to 3 renewals
-- Graduate students (Masters/PhD): 15 items, 28-day loan, up to 3 renewals
-- Faculty: 25 items, 90-day loan, up to 3 renewals
-- Staff: 10 items, 14-day loan, up to 3 renewals
-
-Q: How do I renew a book?
-A: Renew online via My Library Account:
-https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/account?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-Items cannot be renewed if another user has requested them. You can also renew by visiting the library desk or calling.
-
-Q: How do I use self-service checkout?
-A: Self-checkout machines are available in all KU library branches. You can borrow and return items without staff assistance.
-
-Q: What happens if I return a book late?
-A: Overdue fines may apply. Check your account for current fine details or contact the library desk.
-
-Q: How do I place a hold or request an item that is checked out?
-A: Log in to your library account in PRIMO and click "Request" on the item record. You will be notified when it is available.
-
-=== SECTION 4: INTERLIBRARY LOAN AND DOCUMENT DELIVERY ===
-
-Q: What is Interlibrary Loan (ILL)?
-A: ILL allows you to request books, articles, or other materials not available in the KU library collection. The library will borrow them from another library on your behalf.
-
-Q: How do I submit an ILL request?
-A: Submit via the online form: https://library.ku.ac.ae/ill/
-Or email: ILL@ku.ac.ae
-
-Q: How long does an ILL request take?
-A: Turnaround time varies — typically a few days to two weeks depending on the source library and item type. Articles are usually faster than books.
-
-Q: Is ILL free?
-A: Yes, ILL is free for KU students, faculty, and staff.
-
-=== SECTION 5: FULL TEXT ACCESS ===
-
-Q: How do I get full text for an article I found?
-A: Several ways:
-1. Click the full-text link directly in the database or PRIMO
-2. Use LibKey Nomad browser plugin for instant one-click access
-3. Search the article title in PRIMO to check KU subscriptions
-4. Use PubMed@KU link for biomedical articles
-5. If not available, submit an ILL request: https://library.ku.ac.ae/ill/
-
-Q: What is LibKey Nomad and how do I install it?
-A: LibKey Nomad is a free browser plugin that instantly detects when you are viewing an article online and provides the fastest link to the full text through KU Library — PDF download, online view, or ILL request if unavailable.
-Install from: https://thirdiron.com/downloadnomad/#choose-browser
-Supports: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Brave, Vivaldi, Safari
-After installation, select "Khalifa University" as your organisation.
-
-Q: LibKey Nomad is not working. What should I do?
-A: Contact Nikesh Narayanan: nikesh.narayanan@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 3980
-Or Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
-
-Q: I am getting an error when trying to access a database. What should I do?
-A: Report the error using: https://library.ku.ac.ae/ce/
-Or contact Rani Anand: rani.anand@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 3935
-
-Q: How do I access PubMed with KU full-text links?
-A: Always use the KU-specific PubMed link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?otool=iaekustlib
-This adds a "Full text @ Khalifa University" button to each abstract page, linking to KU subscriptions or ILL.
-
-Q: How do I access and download eBooks from Ebook Central?
-A: 1. Search the library catalogue: https://library.ku.ac.ae/lib
-2. Click "Full text availability" on the book record
-3. On Ebook Central, select "Read Online" or "Download Book"
-4. Create a LibCentral account using your KU email, or sign in
-5. For downloading: install free Adobe Digital Editions from https://anaapp.ankabut.ac.ae/
-6. Downloads expire after a set period depending on the publisher
-
-Q: How do I access UpToDate on my phone?
-A: Download the UpToDate app from your app store, then log in using your KU credentials. Important: You must log into the desktop version at least every 3 months to keep mobile app access active.
-
-=== SECTION 6: STUDY ROOMS AND FACILITIES ===
-
-Q: How do I book a study room?
-A: Book a group study room online at: https://library.ku.ac.ae/rooms/
-
-Q: Does the library have printing and scanning facilities?
-A: Yes. Printing, photocopying, and scanning are available at both library branches. Visit the circulation desk for details or contact the library.
-
-Q: Does the library have computers?
-A: Yes. Computer workstations are available for use at both library branches.
-
-=== SECTION 7: REQUESTING NEW BOOKS AND MATERIALS ===
-
-Q: How do I suggest a book for the library to purchase?
-A: Three ways:
-1. Online form: https://library.ku.ac.ae/requesttitle/
-2. Email: acquisitions@ku.ac.ae
-3. Library catalogue: https://library.ku.ac.ae/lib
-Include: author, title, publisher, publication date, and ISBN for fastest processing.
-
-Q: Does the library buy textbooks?
-A: Generally no — the library does not acquire textbooks or multiple copies of the same title. For textbook queries, email: abdulrafi.jaffarullah@ku.ac.ae
-
-Q: The library does not have a book I need. What should I do?
-A: You can: (1) submit an ILL request at https://library.ku.ac.ae/ill/, or (2) suggest the library purchase it at https://library.ku.ac.ae/requesttitle/
-
-Q: How long does it take to receive a requested book?
-A: Print books may take several weeks. eBooks with unlimited access are prioritised. You will receive an automated email notification when the item is available.
-
-Q: Can I donate books to the library?
-A: Yes, for KU community members. The library accepts new or gently used hardcovers and quality paperbacks in good condition. Books are not guaranteed to be added to the collection. For large donations (more than one box), email a list first to: acquisitions@ku.ac.ae
-Not accepted: magazines, newspapers, textbooks, damaged materials, or books with highlighting.
-
-=== SECTION 8: CITATION MANAGEMENT — REFWORKS ===
-
-Q: What is RefWorks?
-A: RefWorks is an online reference management tool provided free to all KU students, faculty, and staff via an institutional subscription. It lets you collect, organize, cite, and create bibliographies from your research.
-
-Q: How do I get a RefWorks account?
-A: Register at: https://refworks.proquest.com/signup/email/ using your KU email address. Access is immediate after email verification.
-
-Q: Do I need to be on campus to use RefWorks?
-A: No. RefWorks is accessible on and off campus from any device.
-
-Q: How do I import references into RefWorks?
-A: Four ways: (1) Import from databases (Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, Google Scholar), (2) Install the "Save to RefWorks" browser extension for one-click capture, (3) Upload PDFs directly (metadata extracted automatically), (4) Enter references manually.
-
-Q: How do I insert citations into Microsoft Word using RefWorks?
-A: Install the RefWorks Citation Manager (RCM) add-in for Microsoft Word. It lets you search your RefWorks library and insert citations while you write, with automatic bibliography generation.
-
-Q: Who do I contact for RefWorks help?
-A: Muna Al Blooshi, Manager Public Services
-Email: muna.alblooshi@ku.ac.ae | Phone: +971 2 312 4212
-Or Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
-
-=== SECTION 9: ORCID ===
-
-Q: What is ORCID?
-A: ORCID (Open Researcher and Contributor ID) is a unique persistent identifier for researchers that connects your research outputs to you across institutions, publishers, and information systems throughout your career.
-
-Q: Why do I need an ORCID?
-A: ORCID makes your work discoverable, distinguishes you from researchers with similar names, is required by many journal publishers and funding agencies, and minimizes form-filling when submitting manuscripts or grant applications.
-
-Q: How do I register for ORCID?
-A: Register yourself at: https://orcid.org/register (takes about 30 seconds). KU will NOT create an ORCID for you — you must register yourself.
-
-Q: How does ORCID connect to Khalifa University?
-A: KU is an institutional ORCID member. Sharing your ORCID with KU allows the university to harvest your publication data for reporting and populate your publications into the Khazna repository.
-
-Q: What should I put in my ORCID profile?
-A: Add your education, employment, funding received, and works (publications). Also add name variations, multiple email addresses, and organisational affiliations.
-
-Q: How do I import my publications into ORCID?
-A: Use ORCID Search & Link tools: Login to ORCID → Works → "+Add works" → "Search & link" → Select database (Scopus, ResearcherID, CrossRef, etc.) → Claim your papers.
-
-Q: What happens to my ORCID if I leave KU?
-A: Your ORCID stays with you permanently — it travels across institutions. Just update your email address in your ORCID profile settings.
-
-Q: Who manages my ORCID profile?
-A: You do. You control all privacy settings and can designate a Trusted Individual to edit on your behalf.
-
-Q: Who do I contact for ORCID help at KU?
-A: Walter Brian Hall: walter.hall@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 3163
-Or Nikesh Narayanan: nikesh.narayanan@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 3980
-
-=== SECTION 10: OPEN ACCESS AND SCHOLARLY PUBLISHING ===
-
-Q: What is Open Access (OA) publishing?
-A: Open Access publishing makes your research freely available to anyone online without subscription barriers. KU Library supports authors in understanding OA options, Article Processing Charges (APCs), and publisher agreements.
-
-Q: How do I publish Open Access at Khalifa University?
-A: Visit: https://library.ku.ac.ae/oa/
-Contact: openaccess@ku.ac.ae or Nikesh Narayanan: nikesh.narayanan@ku.ac.ae
-
-Q: What is Khazna and how do I deposit my research?
-A: Khazna (https://khazna.ku.ac.ae/) is KU's institutional repository built on Pure (Elsevier). It stores theses, dissertations, and KU research outputs. Contact Nikesh Narayanan for deposit assistance.
-
-=== SECTION 11: AI TOOLS FOR RESEARCH ===
-
-Q: What AI tools does KU Library subscribe to?
-A: KU Library provides institutional access to:
-- LeapSpace (Elsevier): AI research workspace — register with KU email at https://sciencedirect.com/leapspace
-- PRIMO AI Assistant: AI-powered search in PRIMO — https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/researchAssistant?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-- Scopus AI: AI topic summaries — https://www-scopus-com.khalifa.idm.oclc.org/pages/ai
-- ScienceDirect AI: AI article summaries — https://www-sciencedirect-com.khalifa.idm.oclc.org/ai
-- EBSCO Research AI: AI-enhanced discovery — https://research-ebsco-com.khalifa.idm.oclc.org/c/ntdlkp/search
-- Al Manhal AI: Arabic-language research AI — https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://platform.almanhal.com
-
-Q: What free AI tools are good for academic research?
-A: Recommended free tools:
-- Consensus (https://consensus.app/): Ask yes/no research questions, get answers from peer-reviewed papers
-- Semantic Scholar (https://www.semanticscholar.org/): AI-enhanced academic search, free
-- Research Rabbit (https://www.researchrabbit.ai/): Literature discovery and mapping, free
-- Connected Papers (https://www.connectedpapers.com/): Citation network visualization, free (5 graphs/month)
-- Elicit (https://elicit.org/): Extract data from papers, free tier available
-- Undermind.ai (https://www.undermind.ai/): Agentic deep search, free tier available
-
-Q: What AI tools help with academic writing?
-A: Recommended writing tools:
-- Grammarly (https://www.grammarly.com/): Grammar, clarity, tone
-- Writefull (https://writefull.com/): Academic phrasing trained on scholarly texts
-- Paperpal (https://paperpal.com/): Academic writing assistant
-- QuillBot (https://quillbot.com/): Paraphrasing and summarizing
-- SciSpace (https://www.scispace.com/): Explain and summarize research papers
-
-Q: How do I detect AI-generated content in academic work?
-A: Tools available:
-- Turnitin (institutional, for faculty): Integrated into the standard Turnitin workflow
-- GPTZero (https://gptzero.me/): Free for students and educators
-- CopyLeaks (https://copyleaks.com/): Freemium, 30+ languages
-- ZeroGPT (https://www.zerogpt.com/): Free, quick sentence-level analysis
-
-Q: What is the library guide for AI tools?
-A: Full guide at: https://library.ku.ac.ae/aitools
-
-=== SECTION 12: LIBRARY INSTRUCTION AND SKILLS ===
-
-Q: Can the library provide research instruction for my class?
-A: Yes. The library offers tailored instruction sessions for classes on database searching, citation management, research skills, and more.
-Request at: https://library.ku.ac.ae/InstructionAndTours
-
-Q: Can I schedule a library tour?
-A: Yes. Request a tour at: https://library.ku.ac.ae/InstructionAndTours
-
-Q: Where can I find library guides for my subject?
-A: LibGuides — expert research guides for every subject area created by KU librarians:
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/gds/
-
-Q: Does the library have training videos?
-A: Yes — the library's YouTube channel has tutorials on RefWorks, databases, and library services. Also check individual database help pages linked from https://library.ku.ac.ae/eresources
-
-=== SECTION 13: LIBRARY POLICIES AND OTHER SERVICES ===
-
-Q: Where can I find library policies?
-A: Official KU library policies: https://portal.ku.ac.ae/Policy/Pages/default.aspx
-
-Q: How do I provide feedback or suggestions to the library?
-A: Submit via the comments form: https://library.ku.ac.ae/comments/
-
-Q: How do I evaluate a trial database?
-A: Use the trial evaluation form: https://library.ku.ac.ae/trialeval/
-
-Q: Does the library have a newsletter?
-A: Yes — Bookends is the KU Library newsletter with updates on new resources, services, and events:
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/newsletter/
-
-Q: Where can I find library events and workshops?
-A: Library events calendar: https://kustar.libcal.com/calendar/events/

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-TITLE: Accessing Full Text Easy with LibKey Nomad — Khalifa University Library
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-ACCESSING FULL TEXT ARTICLES WITH LIBKEY NOMAD:
-Khalifa University Library offers free access to the LibKey Nomad browser plugin, which makes it easy to access full-text articles with a single click while searching online.
-
-WHAT IS LIBKEY NOMAD:
-LibKey Nomad is a free browser plugin provided by Khalifa University Library. When you are browsing online and find an article, LibKey Nomad instantly checks whether the full text is available through the library and gives you the single best and fastest link to:
-- Download the PDF directly
-- View the full article online
-- Request the article through Interlibrary Loan (ILL) if it is not immediately available
-
-LibKey Nomad works across millions of academic articles and saves you the hassle of manually searching for full-text access.
-
-SUPPORTED WEB BROWSERS:
-LibKey Nomad is available for the following browsers:
-- Google Chrome
-- Microsoft Edge
-- Firefox
-- Brave
-- Vivaldi
-- Safari
-
-HOW TO INSTALL LIBKEY NOMAD:
-1. Go to the Download Nomad webpage: https://thirdiron.com/downloadnomad/#choose-browser
-2. Click "Get LibKey Nomad Now"
-3. Select your web browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Brave, Vivaldi, or Safari)
-4. You will be taken to the LibKey Nomad page in your browser's web store
-5. Click "Add to Chrome" (or equivalent for your browser) to install the extension
-6. Once installed, you will be asked to select an organisation — select "Khalifa University"
-7. LibKey Nomad is now ready to use
-
-CONTACT FOR HELP:
-Research Librarian: Nikesh Narayanan
-Email: nikesh.narayanan@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 3980
-Schedule appointment: https://library.ku.ac.ae/prf.php?id=50c786b4-baa5-11f0-b9a8-0a92c88187d1
-ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2005-1177
-Guide URL: https://library.ku.ac.ae/fulltext
-
-FAQ — LIBKEY NOMAD FULL TEXT ACCESS:
-
-Q: What is LibKey Nomad?
-A: LibKey Nomad is a free browser plugin offered by Khalifa University Library. It automatically detects when you are viewing an article online and instantly provides the best link to access the full text through the library — either as a direct PDF download, online view, or an ILL request if unavailable.
-
-Q: How do I get LibKey Nomad?
-A: Go to https://thirdiron.com/downloadnomad/#choose-browser, select "Get LibKey Nomad Now", choose your browser, install the extension, and select "Khalifa University" when prompted.
-
-Q: Which browsers does LibKey Nomad support?
-A: LibKey Nomad supports Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Firefox, Brave, Vivaldi, and Safari.
-
-Q: Is LibKey Nomad free?
-A: Yes, LibKey Nomad is completely free for all Khalifa University students, faculty, and staff.
-
-Q: What happens if the full text is not available through the library?
-A: LibKey Nomad will give you the option to request the article through Interlibrary Loan (ILL). You can submit ILL requests at: https://library.ku.ac.ae/ill/
-
-Q: Do I need to be on campus to use LibKey Nomad?
-A: No. LibKey Nomad works both on and off campus. It uses your Khalifa University affiliation to check and provide access remotely.
-
-Q: Who do I contact if LibKey Nomad is not working?
-A: Contact Research Librarian Nikesh Narayanan at nikesh.narayanan@ku.ac.ae or +971 2 312 3980, or use Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/lib
-TITLE: Khalifa University Library Home — Complete Services and Resources Directory
-
-Khalifa University Libraries serve the students, faculty, staff, and researchers of Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi, UAE. The library provides access to world-class electronic and physical collections, research support services, and specialist librarians.
-
-IMPORTANT NOTICE:
-Due to campus network issues, both physical library branches may be temporarily closed. All electronic resources remain fully accessible online. Contact the library via: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
-
-=== SEARCHING THE LIBRARY ===
-
-PRIMO — SINGLE SEARCH FOR ALL LIBRARY RESOURCES:
-Search all KU library resources in one place — books, articles, e-journals, databases, and more.
-https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-Search modes: Keyword, Title, Author, Advanced Search, Publication Finder
-
-PRIMO AI RESEARCH ASSISTANT (BETA):
-AI-powered discovery tool providing immediate answers to natural language queries. Searches the trusted content of KU library materials. Supports multiple languages. Requires KU SSO login.
-Access: https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/researchAssistant?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-
-SEARCH BY RESOURCE TYPE:
-- All Resources: https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-- Articles: https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU (filter by Articles)
-- eBooks: https://library.ku.ac.ae/ebooks/
-- Print Books: Search via PRIMO catalog
-- Khazna (Institutional Repository): https://khazna.ku.ac.ae/
-- DOI Lookup: Available via PRIMO
-- Medical Resources: https://library.ku.ac.ae/med/
-
-=== RESOURCES ===
-
-ELECTRONIC RESOURCES (DATABASES):
-50+ academic databases covering all disciplines.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/eresources
-Accessible on and off campus with KU credentials — no VPN required.
-
-EBOOKS:
-Access thousands of eBooks from publishers including ProQuest Ebook Central, Springer, Wiley, and more.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/ebooks/
-
-KHAZNA — INSTITUTIONAL REPOSITORY:
-KU's institutional repository for theses, dissertations, and research outputs.
-https://khazna.ku.ac.ae/
-
-OPEN ACCESS PUBLISHING:
-Information on APC funding, publisher agreements, and OA publishing support for KU authors.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/oa/
-
-MEDICAL LIBRARY:
-Specialist library for the College of Medicine and Health Sciences.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/med/
-
-GOOGLE SCHOLAR @ KU:
-Access Google Scholar with Khalifa University full-text links enabled.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/google
-
-=== SERVICES ===
-
-ASK A LIBRARIAN (Chat, Email, Phone):
-Primary contact for all library questions. Librarians available during library hours.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
-
-MY LIBRARY ACCOUNT:
-View loans, due dates, renewals, holds, fines, and fees.
-https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/account?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-
-RESERVE A STUDY ROOM:
-Book group study rooms online.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/rooms/
-
-INTERLIBRARY LOAN (ILL):
-Request items not available in the KU library collection.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/ill/
-Email: ILL@ku.ac.ae
-
-NEW MATERIAL REQUEST:
-Suggest books or resources for the library to purchase.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/requesttitle/
-Email: acquisitions@ku.ac.ae
-
-LIBRARY INSTRUCTION AND TOURS:
-Request library instruction sessions for classes, or schedule a library tour.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/InstructionAndTours
-
-ORCID:
-Researcher identifier — guide to setting up and using your ORCID at KU.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/orcid
-
-=== INFORMATION ===
-
-ABOUT THE LIBRARY:
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/about/
-
-SUBJECT GUIDES (LIBGUIDES):
-Expert research guides for every subject area created by KU librarians.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/gds/
-
-LIBRARY HOURS:
-Current hours for both campus libraries.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/hours
-
-BOOKENDS LIBRARY NEWSLETTER:
-Library newsletter with updates on new resources, services, and events.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/newsletter/
-
-LIBRARY EVENTS:
-Workshops, training sessions, and events calendar.
-https://kustar.libcal.com/calendar/events/
-
-LIBRARY POLICIES:
-Official KU library policies.
-https://portal.ku.ac.ae/Policy/Pages/default.aspx
-
-LIBRARY ALUMNI SERVICES:
-Library access for Khalifa University alumni.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/alumni/
-
-OTHER LIBRARIES:
-Links to other libraries and library networks.
-https://library.ku.ac.ae/other/
-
-=== WEB FORMS ===
-
-- ILL Requests: https://library.ku.ac.ae/ill/
-- Library Instruction and Tours: https://library.ku.ac.ae/InstructionAndTours
-- New Material Request: https://library.ku.ac.ae/requesttitle/
-- Comments and Suggestions: https://library.ku.ac.ae/comments/
-- Trial Database Evaluation: https://library.ku.ac.ae/trialeval/
-- Library Visitors (external visitor registration): https://library.ku.ac.ae/visitors/
-
-=== KEY CONTACTS ===
-
-General email: libse@ku.ac.ae
-Medical library: medlib@ku.ac.ae
-Acquisitions: acquisitions@ku.ac.ae
-ILL: ILL@ku.ac.ae
-Open Access: openaccess@ku.ac.ae
-Main Campus reference desk: +971 2 312 4604
-SAN Campus (Habshan Library) desk: +971 2 312 3160
-Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs

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-TITLE: Khalifa University Medical Library — E-Resources and Databases (A-Z)
-
-Medical E-Resources page: https://library.ku.ac.ae/az.php
-Medical Library contact: Jason Fetty, Medical Librarian
-Email: jason.fetty@ku.ac.ae | Phone: +971 2 312 4722
-General medical library email: medlib@ku.ac.ae
-Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
-
-All medical databases are accessible on and off campus using your KU credentials.
-For access errors, report at: https://library.ku.ac.ae/ce/
-
-=== FEATURED / MOST-USED MEDICAL DATABASES ===
-
-CINAHL ULTIMATE (EBSCO)
-Type: Medical - Article Research | Nursing & Allied Health
-Description: The definitive research database for nursing and allied health literature. Provides access to scholarly articles, evidence-based practice (EBP) resources, healthcare publications, case studies, care plans, and continuing education materials. Covers nursing, allied health, biomedicine, and related fields.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=cul
-
-EMBASE (ELSEVIER)
-Type: Medical - Article Research | Biomedical
-Description: One of the largest biomedical databases — 32 million records from 8,500+ journals. Covers drugs and pharmacology, medical devices, clinical medicine, and basic sciences. Features Emtree indexing for subject terms and supports PICO framework searching for systematic reviews and evidence-based medicine.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.embase.com
-
-PUBMED @ KU
-Type: Medical - Article Research | Biomedical
-Description: 29 million+ citations from MEDLINE, life science journals, and online books. The KU-specific PubMed link connects records to KU library subscriptions and ILL services. Look for the "Full text @ Khalifa University" link on each abstract page to access full text or request via ILL.
-Access: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?otool=iaekustlib
-Note: Use this KU-specific link (not the generic PubMed) to get KU full-text links.
-
-UPTODATE (WOLTERS KLUWER)
-Type: Medical - Clinical | Evidence-Based Practice
-Description: Evidence-based point-of-care resource providing concise, detailed overviews of medical topics. Used by healthcare providers for clinical decision-making. KU subscription includes mobile app access.
-Important: Log into the desktop version at least every 3 months to maintain mobile app access.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.uptodate.com
-
-UPTODATE LEXIDRUG / LEXICOMP (WOLTERS KLUWER)
-Type: Medical - Clinical | Drug Information
-Description: Point-of-care drug information resource for pharmacists, physicians, and nurses. Helps reduce medication risk and improve patient outcomes when prescribing and managing medications.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://online-lexi-com.khalifa.idm.oclc.org/lco/action/home
-
-=== ADDITIONAL MEDICAL DATABASES ===
-
-BATES VISUAL GUIDE TO PHYSICAL EXAMINATION
-Type: Medical - Study | Clinical Skills
-Description: 8+ hours of video demonstrations for head-to-toe and systems-based physical examination techniques. Accessible via computer, smartphone, or tablet.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://batesvisualguide.com
-
-CLINICAL KEY STUDENT (ELSEVIER)
-Type: Medical - Clinical | Point of Care
-Description: Full-text access to selected medical texts, journals, practice guidelines, drug information, patient handouts, videos, and images across 30+ medical and surgical specialties. Updated daily.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.clinicalkey.com/student/login
-
-COCHRANE LIBRARY
-Type: Medical - EBP | Systematic Reviews
-Description: Gold standard for systematic reviews and evidence-based medicine. Contains:
-- Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (CDSR)
-- Database of Abstracts of Reviews of Effectiveness (DARE)
-- Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL/CCTR)
-- Cochrane Review Methodology Database (CRMD)
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.cochranelibrary.com
-
-HEALTH RESEARCH PREMIUM (PROQUEST)
-Type: Medical - Article Research | General Medicine
-Description: Medical journals, evidence-based practice resources, and dissertations covering general medicine, nursing, psychology, and consumer health. Includes videos and practice guidelines.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/healthresearch/?accountid=174135
-
-HEALTH SOURCE — CONSUMER EDITION (EBSCO)
-Type: Medical - Patient Information
-Description: Consumer health information — medical science, food science, nutrition, childcare, sports medicine, general health. 80 full-text consumer health magazines.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=hxh
-
-LECTURIO
-Type: Medical - Study | USMLE Prep
-Description: Medical learning platform covering medical science, clinical science, and pre-med education. Includes approximately 1,500 USMLE-style practice questions.
-Access: https://www.lecturio.com
-
-MEDLINE (EBSCO)
-Type: Medical - Article Research | Biomedical
-Description: Authoritative bibliographic database created by the US National Library of Medicine. Covers biomedical and health journals used by healthcare professionals, nurses, clinicians, and researchers.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=medical
-
-MEDLINE ULTIMATE (EBSCO)
-Type: Medical - Article Research | Full-Text
-Description: Full-text companion to the MEDLINE index — 2,500 active full-text journals including top biomedical publications.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,uid&profile=ehost&defaultdb=mdl
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-OVID JOURNALS
-Type: Medical - Article Research | Biomedicine
-Description: 150+ journals covering international biomedical literature, allied health, biological and physical sciences as related to medicine and healthcare. Full-text across all indexed content.
-Access: https://khalifa.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ovidsp.ovid.com/ovidweb.cgi?T=JS&NEWS=n&PAGE=main&D=yrovft
-
-PUBMED CENTRAL (PMC)
-Type: Medical - Article Research | Open Access
-Description: Free full-text archive of biomedical and life sciences journal literature from the US National Institutes of Health (NIH/NLM). No login required.
-Access: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/
-
-=== OPEN ACCESS MEDICAL RESOURCES ===
-
-PLOS (PUBLIC LIBRARY OF SCIENCE)
-Open access journals in biology and medicine. No login required.
-Access: https://www.plos.org/
-
-MDPI MEDICAL JOURNALS
-Open access peer-reviewed journals including medicine, pharmacy, and health sciences. No login required.
-Access: https://www.mdpi.com/about/journals
-
-=== SUBJECT GUIDE — WHICH MEDICAL DATABASE FOR WHICH NEED ===
-
-SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS & META-ANALYSES:
-→ Cochrane Library, Embase, MEDLINE/PubMed, CINAHL
-
-CLINICAL DECISION SUPPORT / POINT OF CARE:
-→ UpToDate, ClinicalKey Student, Cochrane Library
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-DRUG INFORMATION:
-→ UpToDate Lexidrug (Lexicomp), ClinicalKey Student
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-NURSING & ALLIED HEALTH:
-→ CINAHL Ultimate, Health Research Premium, MEDLINE
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-BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH / LIFE SCIENCES:
-→ PubMed@KU, Embase, MEDLINE Ultimate, PubMed Central
-
-MEDICAL EDUCATION / USMLE PREPARATION:
-→ Lecturio, ClinicalKey Student, Bates Visual Guide
-
-PHYSICAL EXAMINATION SKILLS:
-→ Bates Visual Guide to Physical Examination
-
-PHARMACOLOGY / DRUG DISCOVERY:
-→ Embase (pharmacology), UpToDate Lexidrug, Reaxys (chemistry/drug discovery)
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-CONSUMER / PATIENT HEALTH INFORMATION:
-→ Health Source Consumer Edition, MedlinePlus (free: https://medlineplus.gov/)
-
-EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE (EBP):
-→ Cochrane Library, CINAHL Ultimate, UpToDate, Embase (PICO searching)
-
-PUBLIC HEALTH:
-→ PubMed@KU, Embase, Health Research Premium, MEDLINE
-
-=== MEDICAL LIBRARY CONTACT ===
-Jason Fetty, Medical Librarian
-Email: jason.fetty@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 4722
-General medical library: medlib@ku.ac.ae
-Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
-Medical E-Resources page: https://library.ku.ac.ae/az.php

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/orcid
-TITLE: ORCiD (Open Researcher and Contributor ID) at Khalifa University Library
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-WHAT IS ORCID:
-ORCID (Open Researcher and Contributor ID) is a unique persistent identifier for researchers. It allows research activities to be accurately attached to individuals over time, across institutions and across multiple information systems. Register at: https://orcid.org/
-
-Having an ORCID ID:
-- Makes your work discoverable by others globally
-- Connects your research to you throughout your career, regardless of how your name appears in publications
-- Distinguishes you from other researchers with similar names
-- Minimizes time spent filling out forms when submitting research or applying for grants
-- Is required by many major journal publishers and funding organizations
-- Publishers may ask for your ORCID ID when you submit a manuscript
-- Major funding organizations now offer the option to include your ORCID ID in grant applications
-
-ORCID AT KHALIFA UNIVERSITY:
-Khalifa University is an institutional member of ORCID. The ORCID database is integrated with the KU information system. Sharing your ORCID and profile with KU allows the University to:
-- Harvest your publication details for administrative and reporting purposes
-- Populate your publications into the KU institutional repository (Khazna)
-- Support faculty profile data collection
-
-HOW TO REGISTER FOR ORCID:
-Register yourself at: https://orcid.org/register
-Note: The University will NOT create an ORCID ID for you — you must register yourself. Registration takes about 30 seconds.
-
-COMPLETING YOUR ORCID PROFILE:
-After registering, complete your profile with:
-- Education history
-- Employment history
-- Funding received
-- Works (publications)
-Log in at https://orcid.org/ with your credentials to complete your profile.
-Also add: name variations, multiple email addresses, and organizational affiliations.
-
-FOUR WAYS TO MAKE YOUR ORCID WORK FOR YOU:
-
-1. AUTOMATIC UPDATES AS YOU PUBLISH:
-Authorize Crossref (https://www.crossref.org/) and/or DataCite (https://www.datacite.org/) — the main DOI providers — to automatically update your ORCID record whenever you publish. Crossref will email you after paper acceptance asking permission to update your record. Set up DataCite auto-update via https://profiles.datacite.org/
-
-2. CONNECT TO EXISTING WORKS (Search & Link):
-Use ORCID Search & Link tools to import works from major databases:
-- Crossref Metadata Search
-- ResearcherID (Web of Science)
-- Scopus Author ID
-- Europe PubMed Central
-- MLA International Bibliography
-- And many others
-Steps: Login to ORCID → Works section → Click "+Add works" → "Search & link" → Select database → Follow prompts.
-
-3. CONNECT TO EXISTING GRANTS:
-Use the UberResearch Search & Link tool in the Funding section of your ORCID record to connect grants and awards.
-
-4. CONNECT EXISTING PROFILES:
-Link ResearcherID, ScopusID, Kudos, Loop, Mendeley, Publons and other researcher systems to automatically sync data to your ORCID record.
-
-HOW TO ADD WORKS MANUALLY:
-1. Login to https://orcid.org/
-2. Go to Works section
-3. Click "+Add works"
-4. Enter information manually
-
-PRIVACY AND MANAGEMENT:
-- You manage your own ORCID profile
-- You control privacy settings: visible to everyone, trusted organizations, or only you
-- You can designate a Trusted Individual to edit your profile on your behalf
-- Your ORCID ID remains with you if you leave Khalifa University — just update your email address
-
-TRACKING RESEARCH IMPACT VIA ORCID:
-- Europe PMC (https://europepmc.org/): Automatically creates an author profile with citation tracking — search with your ORCID ID
-- ImpactStory (https://impactstory.org/): Free trial, add ORCID to get citation and usage metrics for publications
-
-WHAT MAKES ORCID DIFFERENT:
-ORCID is adopted worldwide by researchers, universities, funding organizations, and publishers, and integrates with institutional and publisher systems globally.
-
-CONTACT:
-For ORCID help at Khalifa University, contact:
-Walter Brian Hall, Systems Librarian
-Email: walter.hall@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 3160 (Habshan Library, SAN Campus)
-ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9234-581X
-
-For research support and ORCID integration with KU systems:
-Nikesh Narayanan, Research & Access Services Librarian
-Email: nikesh.narayanan@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 3980
-ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2005-1177
-
-Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/refworks
-TITLE: RefWorks Citation Management Tool — Khalifa University Library
-
-WHAT IS REFWORKS:
-RefWorks is an online reference management tool that allows you to collect, manage, organize, read, annotate, and cite research papers and documents. You can also collaborate with colleagues by sharing collections. Khalifa University has an institutional subscription to RefWorks — it is free for all KU students, faculty, and staff.
-
-ACCESS REFWORKS:
-- New account registration: https://refworks.proquest.com/signup/email/
-  Use your Khalifa University email address to register.
-  You will receive an email with a link to complete the registration process.
-  Once activated, access is immediate.
-- Existing users login: https://refworks.proquest.com/
-- After registration, RefWorks is accessible both on and off campus — no VPN or campus network required.
-
-WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH REFWORKS:
-- Collect and import references from databases (Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, Google Scholar, etc.)
-- Organize references into folders and collections
-- Read and annotate full-text documents (PDFs)
-- Generate bibliographies and in-text citations in any citation style (APA, IEEE, Harvard, Vancouver, Chicago, etc.)
-- Write papers directly in RefWorks using the Write-N-Cite integration with Microsoft Word
-- Use the RefWorks Citation Manager (RCM) Word plugin for seamless in-document citation
-- Share collections and collaborate with colleagues
-- Check for plagiarism and AI-generated content (pilot feature)
-
-GUIDE SECTIONS — WHAT YOU CAN LEARN:
-1. Getting Started with New RefWorks: https://library.ku.ac.ae/refworks
-2. Adding References and Documents: Import from databases, manually add, or drag-and-drop PDFs
-3. Creating Bibliographies and Writing Your Paper: Generate reference lists, use Write-N-Cite with Word
-4. Reading and Annotating Documents: Read, highlight, and annotate PDFs within RefWorks
-5. Sharing and Collaborating: Share collections with colleagues and co-authors
-6. RefWorks Citation Manager (RCM): Microsoft Word plugin for inserting citations while writing
-7. Plagiarism and AI Content Checker (Pilot): Check your writing for plagiarism and AI-generated content
-
-ADDING REFERENCES TO REFWORKS:
-Method 1 — Import from databases:
-- From Scopus: Select papers → Export → RefWorks
-- From Web of Science: Select records → Export → RefWorks
-- From PubMed: Select citations → Send to → Citation Manager → Download → Import to RefWorks
-- From Google Scholar: Click "Cite" → RefMan format → Import to RefWorks
-
-Method 2 — Direct import via browser extension (Save to RefWorks):
-Install the "Save to RefWorks" browser extension to capture references from any webpage with one click.
-
-Method 3 — Upload PDFs directly:
-Drag and drop PDFs into RefWorks. It will automatically extract metadata (title, author, DOI, etc.)
-
-Method 4 — Manual entry:
-Click "Add New Reference" and fill in fields manually.
-
-CREATING CITATIONS AND BIBLIOGRAPHIES:
-- Choose from thousands of citation styles including APA, IEEE, Harvard, Vancouver, Chicago, MLA
-- Use Write-N-Cite or RefWorks Citation Manager (RCM) plugin for Microsoft Word to insert citations while writing
-- Generate a formatted bibliography/reference list with one click
-- Export references in multiple formats (RIS, BibTeX, CSV, etc.)
-
-REFWORKS CITATION MANAGER (RCM) — MICROSOFT WORD PLUGIN:
-RCM is a Microsoft Word add-in that allows you to:
-- Search your RefWorks library without leaving Word
-- Insert in-text citations as you write
-- Automatically generate a formatted bibliography
-- Switch citation styles with one click
-Install from the Microsoft Word Store or via: https://library.ku.ac.ae/c.php?g=807812&p=8645559
-
-SHARING AND COLLABORATION:
-- Share individual references or entire collections with colleagues
-- Collaborators can view, edit, or add to shared collections
-- Useful for group research projects and co-authored papers
-
-PLAGIARISM AND AI CONTENT CHECKER (PILOT):
-RefWorks now includes a pilot plagiarism and AI content detection feature. Check your writing for:
-- Plagiarised text
-- AI-generated content
-Details: https://library.ku.ac.ae/c.php?g=807812&p=11126654
-
-HELPFUL VIDEO TUTORIALS:
-RefWorks video tutorials on organizing, storing, and sharing references:
-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzmTj_AGeY59VoNv-0SvcCg
-
-CONTACT FOR REFWORKS HELP:
-Muna Alblooshi, Manager, Public Services
-Phone: +971 2 312 4212
-Email: muna.alblooshi@ku.ac.ae
-Location: Main E Building, 1st Floor, Room E01039
-
-Or Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
-Full RefWorks guide: https://library.ku.ac.ae/refworks

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/libservices/san
-TITLE: Sas Al Nakhl (SAN) Campus Library Services — Khalifa University
-
-OVERVIEW:
-The Sas Al Nakhl (SAN) Campus has two library locations — Habshan Library and Arzanah Library. This guide covers library services, resources, and facilities available to students, staff, and faculty at the SAN Campus.
-
-HABSHAN LIBRARY LOCATION:
-Building 5, Habshan, Ground Floor and First Floor
-Sas Al Nakhl Campus, Abu Dhabi
-
-HABSHAN LIBRARY HOURS:
-- Sunday–Wednesday: 8:00am – 7:00pm
-- Thursday: 8:00am – 4:00pm
-- Friday: Closed
-- Saturday: 12:00pm – 8:00pm
-Note: Hours may vary during exam periods, holidays, and Ramadan. Check https://library.ku.ac.ae/hours for current hours.
-
-LIBRARY COLLECTIONS AT SAN CAMPUS:
-The KU library collections include:
-- Books: approximately 76,322 print volumes
-- eBooks: at least 100,000 titles
-- Print journal titles: 1,044
-- Electronic journal titles: 25,972
-- Maps: 971
-- Online databases: 169
-- Also: CDs, DVDs, multimedia items, popular fiction, magazines
-
-The library offers a rapidly expanding collection of books, eBooks, academic journals, electronic resources, popular fiction titles, magazines, maps, and DVDs. All can be searched via the PRIMO library catalog.
-
-SEARCHING THE LIBRARY CATALOG:
-Use the PRIMO discovery system to search all KU library holdings:
-https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-
-PRIMO catalog search modes:
-- Basic search: search by words/phrase, author, title, subject, series, or periodical title. Can limit to a specific branch.
-- Advanced/Power search: search by ISBN/ISSN, combine with Boolean operators, limit by item type, browse by call number.
-
-Users can search on-campus or from any off-campus location.
-
-SELF-SERVICE CHECKOUT:
-KU Libraries offers a self-service checkout and check-in system. Self-checkout machines are available in all KU libraries — users can borrow materials without staff assistance.
-
-BORROWING POLICIES (SAN CAMPUS):
-- Undergraduate students: 10 items, 14-day loan period, up to 3 renewals
-- Graduate students (Masters/PhD): 15 items, 28-day loan period, up to 3 renewals
-- Faculty: 25 items, 90-day loan period, up to 3 renewals
-- Staff: 10 items, 14-day loan period, up to 3 renewals
-Renewals online via My Library Account: https://khalifa.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/account?vid=971KUOSTAR_INST:KU
-Items cannot be renewed if requested by another user. Overdue fines may apply.
-
-ELECTRONIC RESOURCES — REMOTE ACCESS:
-All KU electronic resources (databases, e-journals, eBooks) are accessible remotely with your KU credentials. No VPN required.
-Browse all databases: https://library.ku.ac.ae/eresources
-Simply click on a database link and log in with your KU username and password when prompted.
-
-SERVICES AVAILABLE AT SAN CAMPUS LIBRARIES:
-- Reference and research assistance
-- Circulation (checkout, check-in, renewals)
-- Self-service kiosks
-- Information literacy instruction and workshops
-- Interlibrary Loan (ILL): https://library.ku.ac.ae/ill/
-- Document delivery
-- Suggest new purchases: https://library.ku.ac.ae/requesttitle/
-- Computer workstations
-- Printing, scanning, and photocopying
-- Study spaces and group study areas
-
-CONTACT — HABSHAN LIBRARY (SAN CAMPUS):
-Walter Brian Hall, Digital & Technology Services Librarian / Systems Librarian
-Email: walter.hall@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 3160
-Location: Room 5017B, Habshan Library, SAN Campus
-ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9234-581X
-
-General SAN Campus library desk: +971 2 312 3160
-Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
-Full guide: https://library.ku.ac.ae/libservices/san

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-SOURCE: https://library.ku.ac.ae/librarystaff
-TITLE: Khalifa University Library Staff Directory and Contacts
-
-This is the official Khalifa University Library staff directory. For any library assistance, use Ask a Librarian: https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
-Last updated: March 2026
-
-=== LIBRARY LEADERSHIP ===
-
-DR. ABDULLA AL HEFEITI
-Title: Library Director / Assistant Provost, Libraries
-Email: abdulla.alhefeiti@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 3331
-Location: SAN Habshan Building, Ground Floor, Room 5017C
-Best for: Strategic/institutional matters, library partnerships
-
-ALIA AL-HARRASI
-Title: Manager, Technical Services
-Email: alia.alharrasi@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 3180
-Location: SAN Habshan Building, 1st Floor, Room 5105
-Best for: Cataloguing, metadata, acquisitions processing, technical services
-
-MUNA AHMAD MOHAMMAD AL BLOOSHI
-Title: Manager, Public Services
-Email: muna.alblooshi@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 4212
-Location: Main E Building, 1st Floor, Room E01039
-Best for: Circulation, general library services (Main Campus), public services
-
-=== LIBRARIANS ===
-
-WALTER BRIAN HALL
-Title: Digital & Technology Services Librarian / Systems Librarian
-Email: walter.hall@ku.ac.ae
-Work Phone: +971 2 312 3163
-Mobile: 052-905-1491
-Location: SAN Habshan Building, Ground Floor, Room 5017BWS02
-ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9234-581X
-Best for: Library website, systems, technology, STEAM, coding, digital infrastructure, ORCID
-
-NIKESH NARAYANAN
-Title: Research & Access Services Librarian
-Email: nikesh.narayanan@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 3980
-ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2005-1177
-LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikeshn/
-Schedule appointment: https://library.ku.ac.ae/prf.php?id=50c786b4-baa5-11f0-b9a8-0a92c88187d1
-Best for: Research support, Open Access publishing, Khazna repository, ORCID, SciVal, Scopus, research impact, AI tools for research, bibliometrics, scholarly communication, Generative AI in libraries, LibGuides
-
-JASON FETTY
-Title: Medical Librarian
-Email: jason.fetty@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 4722
-Location: Main E Building, 2nd Floor, Room E02057
-Best for: Medical/health sciences research, systematic reviews, PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, UpToDate, clinical databases, RefWorks for medical, USMLE resources
-
-RANI ANAND
-Title: E-Resources Librarian
-Email: rani.anand@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 3935
-Location: Main E Building, 2nd Floor, Room E02058
-Best for: Database access problems, e-resources troubleshooting, vendor issues, discovery services, patents, e-books, bibliometrics, APA citations, information literacy, research data management
-
-=== LIBRARY INFORMATION SENIOR SPECIALISTS ===
-
-KHAWLA ALHEMEIRI
-Email: khawla.alhemeiri@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 3959
-Location: Main E Building, 1st Floor, Room E01035 (Main Campus)
-
-SHAMSA SAEED SALEM ALHOSANI
-Email: shamsa.alhosani@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 3156
-Location: SAN Habshan Building, Ground Floor, Room 5013WS04
-
-SUAAD AL JNEIBI
-Email: suaad.aljneibi@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 4278
-Location: SAN Habshan Building, Ground Floor, Room 5017AWS01
-
-WILLIAM NATHANIEL HUTCHINSON III
-Email: william.hutchinsoniii@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 3966
-
-ZAINAB AL ALI
-Email: zainab.alali@ku.ac.ae
-Phone: +971 2 312 4321
-Location: SAN Habshan Building, Ground Floor, Room 5017AWS02
-
-=== WHO TO CONTACT FOR WHAT ===
-
-Medical / health sciences research, clinical databases, systematic reviews, PubMed, Embase, UpToDate:
-→ Jason Fetty | jason.fetty@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 4722 | Room E02057
-
-Research support, Open Access, Khazna repository, ORCID, SciVal, Scopus, research impact, AI tools:
-→ Nikesh Narayanan | nikesh.narayanan@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 3980
-
-Database access problems, e-resources, patents, e-books, APA citations, bibliometrics, information literacy:
-→ Rani Anand | rani.anand@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 3935 | Room E02058
-
-Library website, systems, technology issues, STEAM, coding, digital infrastructure:
-→ Walter Brian Hall | walter.hall@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 3163 | Mobile: 052-905-1491
-
-General public services, circulation, study rooms, general enquiries (Main Campus):
-→ Muna Al Blooshi | muna.alblooshi@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 4212
-
-Acquisitions, cataloguing, metadata, technical services:
-→ Alia Al-Harrasi | alia.alharrasi@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 3180
-
-Strategic/institutional matters, library leadership:
-→ Dr. Abdulla Al Hefeiti | abdulla.alhefeiti@ku.ac.ae | +971 2 312 3331
-
-=== GENERAL LIBRARY CONTACTS ===
-
-General email: libse@ku.ac.ae
-Medical library email: medlib@ku.ac.ae
-Acquisitions email: acquisitions@ku.ac.ae
-ILL (Interlibrary Loans) email: ILL@ku.ac.ae
-Open Access email: openaccess@ku.ac.ae
-
-Main Campus reference desk: +971 2 312 4604
-SAN Campus (Habshan Library) desk: +971 2 312 3160
-
-Ask a Librarian (chat, email, phone): https://library.ku.ac.ae/AskUs
-Library website: https://library.ku.ac.ae