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LibKey and BrowZine are tools designed to simplify your research process by providing quicker and easier access to full-text articles online. The following guide will get you started!

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LibKey & BrowZine

Navigating academic literature can be overwhelming. That's where LibKey and BrowZine come in! 

LibKey aims to provide quick, direct access to the PDF versions of academic articles, whether they're from our Mulva Library subscriptions or open access sources online.

Key Features:

  • It simplifies the research process by eliminating many of the steps typically involved in finding full-text articles.

  • LibKey products work across various platforms, including library databases, publisher websites, and even sites like PubMed and Wikipedia.

  • LibKey Nomad, a browser extention, is a very helpful part of the LibKey suite that provides direct links while you are searching the web.

  • LibKey.io allows for quick look up of articles, when you have the DOI or PMID.
     

Think of BrowZine as a digital newsstand for academic journals. It allows you to browse, read, and follow your favorite journals in a visually appealing and user-friendly format, similar to how you would read magazines on a tablet or phone. You can create your own personalized bookshelf, stay up-to-date with new articles, and easily access them from anywhere.

Key Features:

  • It allows users to follow their favorite journals, creating a personalized collection.

  • Users can receive notifications when new issues are published.

  • BrowZine facilitates access to full-text articles from library subscriptions.

  • It is available on desktop, and through mobile apps, which makes it very convenient.

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