LibGuides: Upper School Library: Science

Science Databases

EbscoHost
A hosting site for multiple databases that include periodicals, eBooks, academic journals, images, etc. Once you click on the link, select the database you want to use and read the description.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Excellent resource providing articles, images, etc. on a wide range of topics.
POWER Library Databases
Power Library is another suite of databases provided by the PA Dept of Education. The best options for Science are Academic OneFile, Gale Topic Collections, General OneFile, Greenr, Health and Wellness, and Research in Context.
Science Reference Source
Access hundreds of full text science encyclopedias, reference books, periodicals, and other reliable sources. View more than 280,000 high-quality science images from sources such as UPI, Getty, NASA, National Geographic and the Nature Picture Library.
SIRS Researcher
Provides articles, websites, primary sources and government documents on today's leading global issues.

Database Passwords

Note: If accessing databases off-campus, you will be prompted to enter your WT Gmail address and password.

Science Guides by Topic

Biotechnology:

Bioethics Debate: Genetic Engineering of Humans using CRISPR-Cas9

Bioethics Debate: DNA Databases

Citation Guide for Science

Science classes typically use the American Psychological Association (APA) citation style. Click on the link below to learn more. You can also use APA in your NoodleTools account. Simply select APA when you begin a new project.

Citation Guides by Style

Cite Your Sources

Click HERE for instructions on how to access NoodleTools.