Evaluating Bibliographic Database Overlap for Marine Science Literature Using an Ecological Concept

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  • Joan Parker

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https://doi.org/10.29173/istl2008

Abstract

Presents a study on overlaps between bibliographic databases for marine science literature. List of databases used in the study; Search topics on marine science included in the study; Conclusions of the study.

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Published

2005-03-01

How to Cite

Parker, J. (2005). Evaluating Bibliographic Database Overlap for Marine Science Literature Using an Ecological Concept. Issues in Science and Technology Librarianship, (42). https://doi.org/10.29173/istl2008
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