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HazLit: a unique resource for natural hazards information
1George F. Smith Library of the Health Sciences, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, 30 Twelfth Avenue, Newark, NJ 07101, USA. fitzparb@umdnj.edu
Medical Reference Services Quarterly
|October 6, 2007
Summary
This article introduces HazLit, a unique bibliographic database for natural disaster literature. Learn about its features and how to effectively search this comprehensive resource for disaster research.
Area of Science:
- Information Science
- Disaster Management
Background:
- The "Online Updates" column typically reviews bibliographic databases.
- HazLit is a specialized database focusing on natural disaster literature.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce the HazLit database.
- To provide background information and basic searching strategies for HazLit.
- To highlight unique features of the HazLit website.
Main Methods:
- Review of the HazLit database and its associated website.
- Description of HazLit's content and scope.
- Explanation of search functionalities.
Main Results:
- HazLit is a comprehensive resource for natural disaster literature.
- The article provides practical guidance for users to navigate and utilize HazLit effectively.
- Specialized information available on the HazLit website is highlighted.
Conclusions:
- HazLit serves as a valuable and unique resource for researchers in natural disaster studies.
- Understanding HazLit's structure and search options enhances its utility.
- The database offers significant advantages for literature retrieval in this field.
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