UW-Based Research Resources
For your quick reference, here are some research tools and support links geared toward graduate students at the University of Washington.
- UW Libraries: These include the UW Bothell/Cascadia Library and UW Tacoma Library, and Health Sciences Library.
- Libraries Databases A-Z: Jump right to a database by name — or browse for ideas within a subject-specific guide.
- Research Centers: Locate University research centers, across campuses and disciplines.
- “New to Research“: Explore resources such as research administration, MyResearch Project Lifecycle, grants & grant administration.
- Graduate Funding Information Service: Identify and locate funding opportunities for graduate school-related expenses including tuition, research, conference and research travel. GFIS Funding Blog.
- Graduate Student Success: Find support for your unique journey through online resources, workshops, and events that recognize you on wellness, intellectual, and professional levels.
- Student Technology Fund: borrow essential technology for free as a current UW student.
- Software for the UW (UWare): download essential software for free as a current UW student
Internet-Based Research Resources
Knowing how and when to combine library-based resources with online research resources is an essential graduate student skill. Here’s a quick list of some of the most important Internet-based resources.
- Google Advanced Search: Get the most out of your searches, using search options, features, & tricks.
- Google Scholar: Connect Google Scholar to UW Libraries to discover free & accessible scholarly articles and data.
- Data.gov: U.S. Government’s open data. Find data, tools, and resources to conduct research, develop web and mobile applications, design data visualizations, and more.
- USA.gov: U.S. Government all-in-one portal for information across federal, state, and local levels.
- Figshare: a repository where users can make all of their research outputs available in a citable, shareable and discoverable manner.
- Seattle Public Library: Explore the unique resources offered online by Seattle Public Library — including ebooks, tech training, streaming video, museum passes, and more. Search your local library website if outside the Seattle area.