Quick Links
Finding articles
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CAS SciFinder-n This link opens in a new window
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Reaxys This link opens in a new windowTo use the predictive retrosynthesis function, you must register for an individual account.
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Web of Science This link opens in a new window
Structures and Substances
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ChemDraw Professional download instructionsUpdated September 2024
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Using ChemDraw to create structuresQuick guide to the structure editor window menu and button options.
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FAQ for ChemDraw initialization errorUsers sometimes get an error "Not able to initialize user." This guides you through the correct download process.
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CRC Handbook of Chemistry and PhysicsPrint copy on reserve at the Crerar Library -- call number QD65.C48
Citing using ACS Style
Chapter 14 of the ACS Style Guide covering citation and references is available as a downloadable PDF
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References section in the ACS Guide to Scholarly CommunicationMore details on citing and reference guidelines for scientific writing. The Guide contains a wealth other information about scientific literature and presentations.
Chemistry Resources in the Library
The online and print collections of the Library encompass all areas of chemistry and related chemical sciences, with particular emphasis given to current and emerging areas of research and teaching at the University. Use this guide to find out more about the resources we offer.
In addition to a rich collection of information resources, the Library offers a suite of services to support teaching and research needs, including interlibrary loan, off-campus access options, training and support for the use of bibliographic management tools (e.g., EndNote, RefWorks), customized library instruction, and more.
If you have questions about library services or resources, especially during this time of only online access, please contact me!
See the Collection Development Policy Statement for Chemistry for more detail.
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Off-campus Access
Almost all Library databases can be accessed from off-campus. The easiest way to do this is to use links from the Library website. You will then be prompted for your CNetID and password to authenticate yourself as an authorized user.
If you find sources through Google Scholar or other search engines, you may not automatically get access to Library resources. Use the ProxyIt bookmarklet or Libkey Nomad in these situations. There's more information on these in our guide to off-campus access.