The full text of an article within a database is provided in multiple formats. Look for:
The Get it at UC links will provide you options for how to access the full text of the article. If there are no online links available, you may need to request the item through Interlibrary Loan if a print version is not available at UC San Diego. The Library will deliver the full text of an article to you free of charge.
If you reach a dead end with these linking tools, please Ask Us for help determining if we have a particular journal for the year you're looking for.
For Interlibrary Loan Request you will need your Library ID number.
Your library card/account number begins with "21822" and can be found on the back of your UCSD ID card or within the UCSD app. Enter the 14-digit number without spaces.
Not sure where to start your search for authoritative journal articles? These are your best bets for finding articles in biological sciences. If you can't find what you're looking for, check out our Subjects A-Z or Databases A-Z lists, or contact me.
Resources with a lock mean that you need to have your off-campus computer configured for access.
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Want to just browse your favorite journals? Try BrowZine. (UCSD restricted)
Browse a virtual shelf of journals with BrowZine via the link above or via their mobile apps. You can use their subject breakdown to navigate to your area of interest or build your own custom list. We have an FAQ on how to use it. .
