Articles

Journal articles are scholarly papers that report research findings or review research developments within a subject area. Articles from peer-reviewed journals go through a process of review by one or more experts in the subject area and have the most academic credibility.

There are numerous ways to find articles for your assignment or research.

• Library Search
• Library databases
• Google, Google Scholar and other search engines
• DOI/PMID Search

Library Search

The Library Search is a good starting point to find articles on a topic or to check if the Library has access to a specific article you need.

Go to the Library Search

Learn how to find articles, including peer-reviewed articles, in the Library Search and when you have found the perfect article learn the tricks for finding similar articles.

• Search tips for finding articles in the Library Search
• Searching for Peer Review (YouTube video, 1min)

Library databases

Databases are specialised search tools that often focus on a specific discipline and are great for finding articles in a particular study area. They can provide more relevant search results compared to the Library Search.

View A-Z list of databases

Not sure which database to choose? Check out the following:

• Choose the right database (via Study Smart)
• Researching by study area guides

Google, Google Scholar, and other search engines

Many journal publisher websites and Library databases can be accessed directly via search engines (without the need to use the Library website). Discover these tips on how to access the full text of articles when searching the web.

• Set up Fulltext@QUT in Google Scholar - learn how to set up Fulltext@QUT links in Google Scholar.
• Use LibKey Nomad - use this browser extension to link directly to articles when searching the web.
• Look for an institutional sign-in via OpenAthens - many publishers now provide an option for you to select your institution and login.

DOI/PMID Search

If you know the article DOI or PMID use the DOI/PMID Search to quickly find the article.

Go to the DOI/PMID Search

DOIs and PMIDs are persistent identifiers that are attached to online resources upon publication. They stay the same even if the web address of an online resource changes. This helps readers find these resources later without the risk of outdated links.

• DOI stands for Digital Object Identifier, which is the most widespread persistent identifier. It uses the format 10.xxxx/yyyyy, e.g. 10.6017/ital.v39i4.12123.
• PMID stands for PubMed Identifier, which is used by the PubMed medical database. A PMID is 8 digits, usually with PMID preceding it, e.g. PMID: 38964441.