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This workshop introduces key strategies for conducting both exploratory and comprehensive literature searches in the health sciences. Participants will learn how to refine research questions, select appropriate databases, and apply effective search techniques tailored to different stages of the research process. The session will also cover tools for managing search results and documenting search strategies for transparency and reproducibility. Ideal for students, faculty, and researchers seeking to strengthen their information retrieval skills for academic and clinical projects.

Learning Outcomes:

  1. Distinguish between exploratory and comprehensive search approaches and their appropriate use cases.
  2. Develop effective search strategies using keywords, subject headings, and Boolean operators.
  3. Select and utilize relevant databases for health sciences research.
  4. Organize and document search results to support transparency and reproducibility.

Related LibGuide: Databases by Paul Gahn

Date:
Friday, September 19, 2025 Show more dates
Time (Central/Memphis):
10:00am - 11:00am
Audience:
  Faculty     Staff     Students  
Categories:
  Finding E-Resources     Library workshops  
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Jenessa McElfresh

Jenessa McElfresh, MLIS, AHIP

Associate Professor
Senior Research & Learning Services Librarian

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Health Sciences Library
877 Madison Ave.
Memphis, TN 38163

https://libguides.uthsc.edu/jmcelfresh

jmcelfre@uthsc.edu

(901) 448-1725