LibGuides: Mathematics/Statistics: Define

Define

Research question/understand and define a topic
... what is the question(s) you are trying to answer? These secondary sources can help you—

Remember, true research is rarely a straight path.

AccessScience This link opens in a new window
Contains reference material covering all major scientific disciplines with articles drawn from McGraw-Hill encyclopedias, dictionaries, and yearbooks, as well as videos, curriculum materials, and links to primary source documents.
Credo Reference This link opens in a new window
An easy-to-use online reference tool for starting research. Gather background information on your topic from hundreds of full-text general and subject-specific reference titles, as well as numerous images, audio files, and video clips.

Wolfram MathWorld
Online mathematical encyclopedia published by Wolfram Research for the mathematics and education communities. Includes interactive entries with 3D graphics, full search capabilities, and extensive citations to books and journal articles.
CRC Standard Mathematical Tables and Formulae
Print Location: Kistle Science Library Reference QA47 .M315 (in paper)

Annual Reviews This link opens in a new window
1932–present. Provides critical reviews of the primary research literature in 50+ disciplines within the biomedical/life sciences, physical sciences, and social sciences.

PubMed This link opens in a new window
Limit your results to Article Type -- Reviews.