Search Strategy #3: Turn to Published Articles
Look for statistics reported in journal, news, and magazine articles. If they reference a source, be sure to track it down!
By searching article databases, you can determine if anyone has conducted research into your area of inquiry. You may turn up a journal article with statistical tables on your topic, or you may find out that you have chosen such a unique topic that little to no research exists in that area. Maybe you can be flexible with your topic and find a similar substitute.
Library Databases for Published Articles
This is a brief selection of the 200+ database collections available through HPU Libraries. To find a subject-specific database, check the Databases A-Z list on the library's website.
- ProQuest Central via NC LIVE This link opens in a new window
The ultimate cross-disciplinary research tool, ProQuest Central brings together 30 of our most highly used databases to create the largest single academic research resource available today.
- Congressional Quarterly (CQ) Researcher via NC LIVE This link opens in a new window
In-depth coverage of some of the most controversial topics of our day in health, social trends, criminal justice, international affairs, education, the environment, technology, and the economy.
- Gale Power Search This link opens in a new window
Power Search cross-searches across Gale-owned databases, such as Opposing Viewpoints and Gale eBooks, to provide access to a wide range of journal articles and reference materials.
