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OneSearch in a dental library: beyond MEDLINE
Medical Reference Services Quarterly
|December 5, 1989
Summary
Indiana University School of Dentistry can enhance searches beyond health sciences using DIALOG's OneSearch feature. This tool effectively supplements the MEDLINE database for broader information retrieval.
Area of Science:
- Information Science
- Medical Informatics
- Library Science
Background:
- MEDLINE, including the Index to Dental Literature, is the primary database for Indiana University School of Dentistry.
- Information needs frequently extend beyond health sciences into business, education, psychology, law, and computer technology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate DIALOG's OneSearch feature as a supplementary tool for broader information retrieval.
- To assess the cost-effectiveness and simplicity of OneSearch for expanding search capabilities.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing DIALOG's OneSearch feature to supplement MEDLINE searches.
- Conducting interdisciplinary information retrieval beyond traditional health sciences.
Main Results:
- OneSearch provides a mechanism to access information outside the scope of MEDLINE.
- The feature is identified as a simple and cost-effective solution for expanded searches.
Conclusions:
- DIALOG's OneSearch is a valuable tool for academic institutions needing to access diverse information resources.
- Integrating OneSearch enhances the capabilities of specialized databases like MEDLINE for comprehensive research.