International Aerospace Abstracts, V. 43
ISSN 0020-5842
Published in cooperation with the American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics

International Aerospace Abstracts is unique in its comprehensive coverage of worldwide technical information related to aeronautics, astronautics, and space sciences. Annually, it publishes approximately 40,000 records taken from books, periodicals, meeting papers and conference proceedings, and translations of journals and journal articles published in 18 languages from over 100 countries.

The reviewers of Magazines for libraries recommends IAA as "an important tool for those working in the field..

ARTbibliographics Modern,
V. 34 Abstracts of the Current Literature of Modern Art, Photography and Design
ISSN 0300-466X

Prepared by an Oxford-based editorial team, ARTbibliographies Modern (ABM) is widely acknowledged as the most complete biblio- graphic guide to the published literature on modern and contemporary art, design and photography. It provides comprehensive coverage of famous and lesserknown artists, movements, and trends from around the world. It gives special coverage to exhibition catalogs and the new journals that reflect fresh new directions in art.

"Recommended for academic libraries, large public libraries, and special libraries serving the arts." - Library Journal "An essential title for libraries serving art researchers and historians." - Magazines for libraries:

Meteorological & Geoastrophysical Abstracts, V. 54 ISSN 0026-1130
Published by the American Meteorological Society in association with CSA

"This is the major abstracting source in the atmospheric sci ences ...(It) is a necessity for libraries supporting research and post-secondary instruction in the atmospheric sciences... Covers journals, annuals, and selected monographic series. Coverage is international, including important
publications that appear in languages other than English.

Disciplines covered include meteorology, climatology, physical oceanography, hydrology, glaciology, and environmental science. " - Magazines for Libraries.

Meteorological and Geoastrophysical Abstracts (MGA) presents current abstracts gleaned from meteorologic, hydrologic, and physical oceano- graphic sources published worldwide.

Sources'. Over 200 journals and annuals, 100 report series, and numerous books relating to the atmospheric sciences, from more than 700 publishers.

Ocean Technology, Policy and Non-Living Resources: Part 2, Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries Abstracts Series, V. 33
ISSN 0140-3381
Published in cooperation with four UN Specialized Agencies

From international policy and legislation to meteorology and cli- matology to technology and engineering, this journal covers crucial current issues.

Its coverage spans the wide ranging fields of oceanog raphy: physical, descriptive, dynamial, chemical, geological, and bio-logical aspects are examined, as well as limnology, ocean engineerng, and specific resources.

Other topics include o non-living resources o energy resources o underwater acoustics and optics o vessels, underwater vehicles, and buoys o offshore and coastal structures, o offshore technology and operations o man-in-the-sea and diving, and many other topics.

Recommended by Magazines for libraries.

Published monthly. Indexes: author/subject /geographic, plus Annual Cumulative Edition in print and on CD- ROM. 8,800 records/year.

AIDS Research & Immunology

Virology & AIDS Abstracts,
V. 36 With special coverage of conference proceedings
ISSN 0896-5919
Editorial Advisor: Genoveffa Franchini, National Cancer Institute, USA

As Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) becomes a deadly challenge throughout the world, scientists and professionals in the field find it critically important to keep abreast of the vast amount of literature on AIDS research. Now expanded to highlight AIDS studies in every issue, Virology and AIDS Abstracts provides a month-by-month summary of the myriad findings in this information-intensive area.

It offers comprehensive coverage of the published literature on every aspect of virology in humans, animals, and plants, with topics rang- ing from replication cycles to oncolgy. The section on AIDS features intensive examination of o molecu- lar and in vitro aspects o immune- logical, clinical, and epidemiological aspects o patterns of disease occur- rence and transmission o symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment . AIDS- related diseases o and investigation- al drugs. The same comprehensive treatment is devoted to such topics

Microbiology, Bacteriology & Protozoology

Industrial & Applied Microbiology:
Cambridge Microbiology
Abstracts Series, SectfonA,
V. 38 ISSN 0300-838X

Significant findings and practical applications in agricultural, food and beverage, chemical and pharmaceutical industries are assembled in this journal, making it an indispensable resource for research labo- ratories and academic libraries. Each issue includes the following aspects of industrial and applied microbiol- ogy: methodology and research, agricultural, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and environmental.

Monthly, available in print and on the Web. Indexes: author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM. 7,700 abstracts/year.

Bacteriology: Cambridge Microbiology Abstracts Series, Section B, V. 38
ISSN 0300-8398

With topics ranging from bacterial immunology and vaccinations to diseases of man and animals, this journal provides access to far reaching clinical findings as well as key aspects of pure bacteriology, biochemistry, and genetics.

Each issue covers o methods o taxonomy o cell properties o genetics o antibiotics and other antimicrobials o toxins o immunology o medical, veterinary, and invertebrate bacteriology o plant diseases o ecological aspects, and much more.

Monthly. Indexes: author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM. 13,200 abstracts/year.

Algology, Mycology &
Protozoology: Cambridge Microbiology Abstracts Series, Section C,
V. 32 ISSN 0301-2328

For the benefit of researchers working with algae, fungi, protozoa, or lichens, this journal separates out all the relevant studies in the literature and organizes them in one source for easy reference.

The coverage includes reproduction, growth, life cycles, biochemistry, genetics, and infection and immunity in man, other animals, and plants. Subsection abstracts are arranged taxonomically for easy location of articles relevant to specific icroorganisms.

Monthly, available in print and on the Web. Indexes: author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM. 9,900 abstracts/year.

Zoology

Animal Behavior Abstracts,
V. 31, ISSN 0301-8895
Editorial Advisor: P.P.G. Bateson, FRS,
University of Cambridge, and former president, Association for the Study of Animal Behavior

Under the editorial guidance of a leading ethologist, Animal Behavior Abstracts assembles signifi- cant papers relevant to animal behav- ior, with subjects ranging from neuorophysiology to behavioral ecolo- gy and from genetics to applied ethology.

The journal surveys all of the important journals dealing with the biology of particular taxonomic groups and summarizes the results of both field and laboratory inquiries. Subject coverage includes o bio-chemical, anatomical, and neuro physiological correlates o sleep, brain stimulation, drug studies, and hormones o habituation, reinforcement, avoidance, discrimination, complex learning and memory o theoretical models and methodology and communication o aggression, social spacing, and dominance and much more.

Recommended lay Magazines for libraries: "An essential tool for behavioral scientists and those in related disciplines."

Quarterly, available in print and on the Web. Indexes: author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM. 5,000 abstracts/year.

Entomology Abstracts, V. 34
ISSN 0013-8924

With millions of insect species already identified and studies revealing more about them every day, Entomology Abstracts provides the only practical means for researchers amid specialists to keep up with the field. Recent research reports of direct rele- vance to entomology are assembled here with coverage including insects, arachnids, myriapods, onycho- phorans, and terrestrial isopods. The journal also provides information on geographic distribution, nomencla ture, new species, and more. From the most ancient fossilized forms to newly-discovered species, Entomology Abstracts gathers and summarizes the latest information on millions of insects and insect-like species, for truly global coverage of the field.

Subject coverage in each issue includes o techniques and methodology o morphology of all life cycle stages - physiology, anatomy, and biochemistry o toxicolo gy and resistance, including venom and pathogens o medical, veteri nary, agricultural, and applied entomology, including impact on man o ecology and behavior and other essential subjects.

Monthly available in print and on the Web. Indexes: author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM. 10,200 abstracts/year.

Neuroscience/Chemoreception

CSA NcuToscicnce Abstracts, V. 21
ISSN 0141-7711
Editorial Advisor: Juan M. Saavedra, M.D., Laboratory of Clinical Sciences, National Institutes of Mental Health, USA

This succinct journal enables neuroscientists to keep abreast of major advances within the field and their implications for other special- ties of biomedicine. Its scope covers all aspects of vertebrate and invertebrate neuroscience, emphasizing basic research studies but also including such devastating neural diseases as Aizheimer's. Each issue examines specific topics such as o aging, degeneration and repair o neuropharmacology o neuroendocrinology * molecular neurobiology o neurochemistry and cell biology * genetics o sleep and rhythms o neural correlates of behavior, and much more.

Quarterly (5 issues). Indexes: author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM. 13.200 abstracts/year.

Chemoreceptioii Abstracts: Chemical Senses and Applied Techniques, V. 31
ISSN 0300-1261
Published in association with the European Chemoreception Research Organization

Pertinent literature in the science of chemoreception is widely scattered. This makes Chemo reception Abstracts essential to researchers in any facet of the field. It brings together studies from many diverse disciplines relating to the neurobiology, chemistry, and physi- ology of taste, smell, internal chemoreception, and chemotaxis. Every issue covers o psychophysics o animal behavior studies o odor pollution o flavor and aroma studies of food o pest control applications of pheromones o taste perception and aversion learning o perfumery o flavoring, and much more.

Quarterly (5 issues). Indexes: author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM. 1,500 abstracts/year.

Toxicology

Toxicology Abstracts, V.26
ISSN 0140-5365

Rerence journal in its field. Every day, in all branches of toxicology, research uncovers new risks associated with the chemicals, pharma- ceuticals, and by-products of our age. Toxicology Abstracts is the only comprehensive resource for professionals who must be aware of ever new finding.

Specially designed to meet the needs of toxicologists, this journal surveys the literature for toxicology studies of industrial and agricultural pharmaceutics, and myriad other substances. Its coverage includes pharmaceuticals; food, additives, and contaminants; agrochemicals; cosmetics, toiletries, and householc products; industrial chemicals; met- als; toxins and other natural sub- stances; social poisons and drug abuse; polycyclic hydrocarbons; nitrosamines and related com- pounds; radiation and radioactive T materials; methodology, and recom mended standards.

Monthly. author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM, 8,800 abstract/year.

Biochemistry

Nucleic Acids Abstracts, V. 33
ISSN 1070-2466

This journal covers research J. papers citing any physical, chemical or biological aspect of nucleic acids, nucleoproteins, nucleotides, nucleosides, and related purines and pyrimidines. It provides detailed perspectives on innovative cloning and sequencing strategies as well as o gene regulatory sequences and proteins o RNA processing and transport o RNA editing o DNA biosynthesis o transcription factors and oncoproteins.

Quarterly (5 issues). Indexes: author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM. 11000 abstract/year.

Genetics: Plant, Animal, and Human

Genetics Abstracts, V. 35
ISSN 0016-674X

Since recent studies have shown kJthat research work conducted in one organism is relevant to many other experimental systems, scientists need a practical means for keeping up with wide-ranging findings that may prove relevant to their own stud- ies. Genetics Abstracts provides that means, sifting the worldwide literature for significant advances as they hap- pen and foiling an essential link among different systems.

This journal gives readers the widest possible coverage of genetics as a whole, from microbes to plants to human. The burgeoning field of molecular genetics is emphasized, with important information on all aspects of DNA, differentiation and development, RNA, protein synthesis, ribosomes, nuclear proteins and chro- matin, enzymes, and gene regulation. Featuring updates on major research, Genetics Abstracts covers: molecular genetics, radiation genet- ics, evolutionary genetics, ecological genetics, behavioral, genetics, theo- retical and population genetics, viral genetics, bacterial genetics, algal genetics, plant genetics, invertebrate genetics, vertebrate genetics, human genetics, and medical genetics.

Monthly, author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD- ROM 15,400 abstracts/year

Calcium Research

Calcium & Calcified Tissue Abstracts,
V. 35
ISSN 1069-5540

Osteoporosis, resulting from calcium deficiency, is a major focus of research interest in this field. Despite its critical importance, however, the multi-disciplinary scope of calcium research makes it difficult for researchers to keep up with new find- ings. Calcium and Calcified Tissue Abstracts assembles pertinent informadon drawn from wide-ranging discplines, eliminating the need for exhaustive literature searches. It pro- vides intensive coverage of current research in bone metabolism, tooth development, nerve transmission, muscle contraction, hormone secretion, and many other key areas of study.

Quarterly (5 issues), Index- author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD- ROM 3,200 abstracts/year

Cambridge Biotechnology
Research Series
Chief Editorial Advisor: R.R. Colwell, Director, National Science Foundations

Agricultural & Environmental Biotechnology Abstracts V. 11
Part of the Cambridge
Biotechnology Research Series Including coverage of food biotechnology
ISSN 1063-1151

This journal focuses on genetic engineering as applied to agri- cultural products involving both plants and animals, new applica- tions across the food industry, and wide-ranging environmental devel- opments. Plant genome studies are also examined in detail. Subject coverage includes: genetic engineering in microoiganisms, plants, and animals; bioremediation; fermen- tation; and agricultural applications.

Quarterly (5 issues) Indexes: author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM. 3,600 abstracts/year.

ASFA Marine Biotechnology Abstracts,
V. 15 Part of the Cambridge Biotechnology Research Series
ISSN 1043-8971

In marine biotechnology, molecular biology and molecular genetics are applied specifically to marine and aquatic organisms. As more researchers are turning their investi- gations to the sea and its organisms, ASFA Marine Biotechnology Abstracts is the one journal that assembles the findings from these diverse investigations in a single source.

The journal covers o isolation, sequencing, and synthesis of nucleic acids and proteins o marine applications of monoclonal antibody and tissue culture technologies o studies of marine organisms from environments of extreme pressure and temperature o biofouling, corrosion, and adhesives o aqualculture and fisheries o chemi- cal and mineral products energy applications, and more.

Quarterly, available inprint and on the Web. Index: author/subject, with Annual Cumulative Index. 1,200 Abstracts/year.

BioEnginecring Abstracts,
V. 30 Part of the Cambridge Biotechnology Research Series
ISSN 1068-5693

Encompassing a wide range of disciplines, BioEngineering Abstracts provides access to interna- tional research on all aspects of bio- chemical and microbial biotechnology as applied to bioengineering. Its principal areas of coverage are bio-medical engineering and biomedical equipment. The following topics receive regular coverage o biotechnology in energy production and conservation o computer applications in fermentation technology o single-cell proteins o proteins from renewable and non-renewable resources o biopolymers o cloning o biomaterials o human rehabilitation engineering o mutagenesis o cybergenetics o water analysis, and much more.

Recommended by Magazines for Libraries. "Given the tremendously wide interest in this field, Bioengineering Abstracts is a tool most academic and many public libraries will want to add to their collection."

Quarterly. Indexes: author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM. 11,000 abstracts/year.

Computer & Information Systems Abstracts Journal,
V. 51 Featuring comprehensive coverage OJ conference proceedings
ISSN 0191-9776

There are thousands of sources in this widely ranging Field and only Computer and Information Systems Abstracts provides fast, organized access to all of them, including hard to find conference proceedings. This journal combines the latest theoretical research with practical applications in computer and information systems worldwide. Its coverage includes computer applications in: civil engineering/transportation, environmental engineering, bioengineering ocean technology and engineering geology, mining, petroleum engi- neering, metallurgical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer 1 circuits and logical elements, contrc engineering, optical and acoustic technology, chemical engineering, engineering management, engineering mathematics, engineering physics, and instruments and measurements.

Recommended by Magazinesfor libraries.
Monthly available inprint and on the Web. Index: author/subject, with Annual Cumulative Index. 17,600 Abstracts/year

Conference Papers Index, V. 31 ISSN 0191-9776 Proceedings at scientific confer- ences are often the first to report important new developments in science and technology - up to a year before their publication in primary journals. Conference Papers Index (CPDprovides a bimonthly index of conference papers and poster sessions presented at major meetings in engineering, the bio- medical sciences, mathematics and computer science, and specialized fields in the physical sciences. It publishes over 70,000 citations annually. CPI derives its content from final programs, abstracts booklets, ques- tionnaire responses, and published proceedings. It provides four ways to access its data: the Contents lists information by field; a Conference Locator lists by date, location, or subject category all the papers pre- sented at a particular conference; the Subject Index gives cross-disci- plinary access to papers relevant to a given topic; and the Author Index assembles all the entries for a par- ticular person.

Bimonthly, available inprint and on the Web. Index: author/subject plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM. 72,000 records/year.

Pollution Abstracts,
v. 34 ISSN 0032-3624 Editorial Advisor: David Marks. Director, PEER, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

This journal provides fast access to the environmental information necessary to resolve day-to-day problems, ensure ongoing compliance, and handle emergency situations more effectively. Pollution Abstracts is unique in its comprehensive coverage of all forms of pollution: air, soil, water, noise, plus hazardous and radioactive pollution. It combines information on scientific research and governmental policies in a single resource.

Topics of growing concern are extensively covered from the standpoints of atmosphere, emissions, mathematical models, effects on people and animals, and environmental action in response to global population issues.
To ensure comprehensive coverage, information from primary journals has been combined with material from conference proceedings and hard to find reports.

Every issue summarizes articles on:
o air, marine, and freshwater pollution o detection, monitoring, and analysis of pollution o marine pollution o point and nonpoint pollution o sewage and wastewater treatment o industrial and municipal disposal of sludge, hazardous wastes, and refuse o toxicology of pesticides o heavy metals o agricultural chemicals o noise pollution o radiation o environmental action, and other essential topics.

Recommended by Magazines for libraries'. "Gives quick access to information on scientific research and government policies concerning the environment."

Monthly, available in print and on the Web. Index: author/subject plus Cumulative Index on CD-ROM. 11,000 abstracts/year.

ASFA 3: Aquatic Pollution & Environmental Quality,
V. 33
ISSN 1045-6031

ASFA 3 is the only abstracts journal devoted exclusively to research and policy on the contami- nation of oceans, seas, lakes, rivers, and estuaries. The journal examines a spectrum of current aquatic and environmental issues including o global change o acid rain o eutrophication o radio- active waste disposal o plastic debris o oil spills o coastal zone management * pesticides o interna- tional conventions and treaties, and much more. In addition, the envi- ronmental portion of the journal covers o conservation o wildlife management and recreation o medical aspects (including malaria and other diseases) o natural physical and chemical changes in the aquatic environment o and the impact of man-made alterations such as dams and dredging

Recommended by Magazines for Libraries. Bimonthly. Indexes: subject/author/ taxonomic/geographic, plus Annual Cumulative Index in print and on CD-ROM. 7,200 abstracts/year.

Toxicology Abstracts, V. 26 ISSN 0140-5365 Toxicology Abstracts has become the single most widely-used ref- erence journal in its field. Every day, in all branches of toxicology, research uncovers new risks associ- ated with the chemicals, pharma- ceuticals, and by-products of our age. Toxicology Abstracts is the only comprehensive resource for profes- sionals who must be aware of every new finding. Specially designed to meet the needs of toxicologists, this journal surveys the literature for toxicology studies of industrial and agricultural chemicals, household products pharmaceutics, and myriad othei substance. Its coverage includes pharmaceuticals; food, additives, and contaminants; agrochemical' cosmetics, toiletries, and househi products; industrial chemicals; m als; toxins and other natural substances; social poisons and drug abuse; polycyclic hydrocarbons; nitrosamines and related compounds; radiation and radioactiv materials; methodology, and recomended standards.

Monthly, available in print and the Web. Indexes: author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM. 8,800 abstract/year.

Ecology

Ecology Abstracts, V. 29
ISSN 0143-3296

The most widely-used bibliographic resource on the ecologi cal system, this journal focuses on how organisms of all kinds - microbes, plants, and animals - interact with their environment and other organisms. Current ecology research from across a wide range of disciplines is summarized. Included are relevant papers on evolutionary biology, economics, and systems analysis as they relate to ecosystems or the environment.

With coverage ranging from habitat; to food chains, from erosion to lane reclamation, the journal provides an important cross-section of current findings in target research areas.
Detailed information on resource and ecosystems management and modeling contributes to the jour- nal's practical value, as does materi ai on the impact of climate, water resources, soil, and man. ..or grow- ing environmental problems such a depletion, erosion, and pollution - all topics covered in depth.

Monthly . Indexes: author/subject plus Annual Cumulative Index on Annual Cumulative Index in print and on CD-ROM. 12,000 abstracts/year.

Risk Assessment

Risk Abstracts, V. 20
ISSN 0824-3336
Published in association with the Institute/or Risk Research, University of Waterloo

Experts define risk as the combi- nation of the magnitude and probability of adverse effects arising from natural hazards or various industrial and enronmental causes. More recent examples of such risks are earth quakes, asbestos exposure, smoking and alcohol use, cancer, and occu pational hazards. Risk Abstracts remains the only comprehensive bibliographic source for interdisciplinary information essential to the identification, measurement, evalua- tion, and management of risks of all kinds. The broad, multi-disciplinary coverage of risk-related concerns ranges from public and environmental health to social issues and psychological aspects. Regular topics include o disaster preparedness and crisis management o nuclear safety o occupational hazards and mortality o pollution source analysis o radiation exposure o transportation and storage of hazardous materials o seismic risk evaluation o smoking and alcohol use o asbestos expo sure o radon o psychological responses to risk o AIDS and other human health issues.

"Essential, ..to collections focused on the identification, evaluation, and elimination of risk across a broad spectrum of environmen- tal and occupational situations." - Magazines for Libraries.

Quarterly, available in print and on the Web. Indexes: author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM .1,600 abstracts/year.

EIS Digests of Environmental Impact Statements, V. 27
ISSN 0364-1074

This journal is the sole source for abstracts of all federally-mandated environmental impact state- ments in the United States. "A service like this, which will pro vide better and increased access to Environmental Impact Statements, belongs in all research libraries." Serials Review.

EIS extracts the key issues from complex government released impact statements, converting mas- sive documents into concise, readable abstracts.

The abstracts describe the positive impacts and negative consequences of proposed projects in: o air transportation o defense programs o energy o hazardous substances o land use o parks, refuges and forests *research and development o roads and rail roads * urban and social programs o and water.

Quarterly, subjecuregal/geo- graphic/ agency/ title/EPA/EIS agency number, plus Annual Cumulative Edition published as a separate volume. 450 abstracts/year.

Public Health & Safety

Health & Safety Science Abstracts, V. 30
ISSN 0892-9351
Published in association with the University of Southern California's Institute of Safety and Systems Management

This journal is "essential.... for libraries collecting in the broad, cross-disciplinary field of safety, public health and industrial hygiene; "- Magazines for Libraries. Cited studies are selected to help identify, evaluate, and eliminate or control risks and hazards across a wide spectrum of environmental

Agricultural & Environmental Biotechnology Abstracts, see page 12, Biotechnology

and occupational situations. The journal provides the latest perspectives on topics of widespread concern such as o nuclear safety o aviation and aerospace safety o environmental safety o medical safety o occupational safety o ergonomics, and more. Health and safety aspects of pollution, waste disposal, radia- tion, pesticides, epidemics and countless other phenomena having the potential to threaten the public, the environment, or the workplace itself - are reported here.

Quarterly, author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM. 5,600 abstracts/year.

Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Eiigineering Abstracts (ISMEC), v. 36
ISSN 1063-7311

Preeminent in its field, Mechanical Engineering Abstracts contains the facts, figures, and discoveries that engineers need in order to make faster, more authoritative decisions.

This is the only abstracts journal that surveys and summarizes the worldwide literature in mechanical engineering, engineering management, and production engineering. Presenting theoretical perspectives as well as specific applications, the journal reports on key developments published in journals, articles, and conference papers. The result is

Electronics & Communications Abstracts, V. 36 ISSN 0361-3313

A dvances in electronics and communications are constantly leading to new hardware applications that make further research possible. This journal covers both theoretical and applied research for specialists working with o scientific, industrial, and engineering applications emiconductors,superconductors, lasers, and other optical or

electronic devices o biomedical engineering o or promising technologies in communications. New developments in research and practical deployment of new technical advances are thoroughly covered. Its coverage includes: electronic systems, electronic physics, electronic circuits, electronic devices, communications, and optical engineering.

Quarterly, available in print and the Web. Indexes: author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Edition plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD- ROM. 11,000 abstracts/year.

Solid State & Superconductivity Abstracts, V. 43
ISSN 0896-5900

Under the editorial guidance of Nobel laureate Philip W. Anderson and MIT's Professor of Electrical Engineering Millie Dresselhaus, this journal provides access to current research and applications in solid state and superconductivity technology. It presents global coverage on all aspects of theory, production, and application of solid state materials an

devices as well as the new high and lowtemperature superconductivity technology. A few of the recent topics covered include o phase, crystal, and mechanical properties of solids * optical and dielectric proper- ties o conductive and magnetic prop- erties o exotic electronic structure an< energy gaps * SQULDS o impurity effects o flux structures and critical current o ceramics o twinning phe- nomena, and more.

Quarterly. author/subject, plus Annual Cumulative Index on plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD- ROM. 8,000 abstracts/year.

Linguistics & Language Behavior Abstracts:LLBA, V, 37
Including International Review of Publications in Linguistics
ISSN 0888-8027

"Long the standard in the field, LLBA offers both evaluative and nonevaluative abstracts selected from the international and interdisci plinary literature in language, language behavior, linguistics, and related disciplines. Several hundred journals are 'screened' and abstracts for selective titles are provided in the broad core areas of syntax, linguistic theory, diachronic linguistics, and second-language learning.

"Each issue organizes the paragraph length abstracts in more than 20 classifications, including psycholinguistics applied linguistics, phonology, semantics, learning disabilities, and more.

An Indispensable abstracting source for linguistics." -Magazines for libraries

Aquatic Sciences & Fisheries Abstracts Series (ASFA)
Published in cooperation with five United Nations agencies:
o Food and Agriculture Organization
o UN Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea
o UN Environment Programme
o UNESCO Intergovernmental ceanographic Commission
o International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas, and
o Leading Research Centers worldwide

This distinguished series provides comprehensive information on the science and technology of marine, freshwater, and brackishwater organisms and environments. An international network of information centers monitors literature world wide to ensure comprehensive coverage- including non-English language journals and institutional reports that are not widely distrib- uted. Magazines for Libraries rated ASFA as "one of the best resources for fisheries and marine information ...Recommended for academic and special libraries." Sources: Over 4,700 primary jour nals, plus patents, conference proceeding book and reports and computer media.

Available inprint and on the Web. Indexes: subject /author/taxonomic/geographic, including Annual Cumulative Index published inprint and on CD-ROM. 39,200 records/year. Three-volume ASFA Series available at special sub- scription rate.

ASFA 2: Ocean Technology, Policy & Non-Living Resources, V. 33
ISSN 0140-5381

From international policy and leg- islation to meteorology and cli- matology to technology and engineering, this journal covers crucial current issues. Its coverage spans the wide-ranging fields of oceanography: physical, descriptive, dynamical, chemical, geological, and bio-logical aspects are examined, as well as limnology, ocean engineering, and specific resources. Other topics include o non-living resources o energy resources o underwater acoustics and optics o vessels, underwater vehicles, and buoys o offshore and coastal structures, o offshore technology and operations o man-in the sea and diving, and many other topics. Recommended by Magazines for Libraries.

Published monthly, in print and on the Web. Indexes: author/subject/ geographic, plus Annual Cumulative Edition in print and on CD-ROM. 8,800 records/year.

ASFA 3: Aquatic Pollution & EnviTonmental Quality, V. 33
ISSN 1045-6031

ASFA 3 is the only abstracts journal devoted exclusively to research and policy on the contamination of oceans, seas, lakes, rivers, and estuaries. The journal examines a spectrum of current aquatic and environ- mental issues including o global change o acid rain o eutrophication o radioactive waste disposal o plastic debris o oil spills o coastal zone management o pesticides o international conventions and treaties , and much more. In addition, the environmental portion of the journal covers o conservation, o wildlife management and recreation o med ical aspects (including malaria and other diseases) o natural physical and chemical changes in the aquatic environment o and the impact of man-made alterations such as dams and dredging. Recommended by Magazines for Libraries.

Bimonthly, available in print and on the Web. Indexes: subject/ author/taxonomic/geographic, plus Annual Cumulative Index in print and on CD-ROM. 7,200 abstracts/year.

ASFA Marine Biotechnology Abstracts, V. 15
ISSN 1043-8971

In marine biotechnology, molecular biology and molecular genetics are applied specifically to marine and aquatic organisms. As more researchers are turning their investi- gations to the sea and its organisms, ASFA Marine Biotechnology Abstracts is the one journal that assembles the findings from these diverse investigations in a single source.

The journal covers o isolation, sequencing, and synthesis of nucleic acids and proteins o marine appli- cations of monoclonal antibody and tissue culture technologies o studies of marine organisms from environ- ments of extreme pressure and tem- perature o biofouling, corrosion, and adhesives o aqualculture and fisheries o chemical and mineral products o energy applications, and more.

Quarterly, Index: author/subject, with Annual Cumulative Index. 1,200 Abstracts/year.

ASFA Aquaculture Abstracts,
V. 20
ISSN 0739-814X

Sea farming is the primary focus of ASFA Aquaculture Abstracts. A bimonthly subset of the main ASFA series, this publication provides comprehensive information on improving and augmenting aquatic yields for marine, freshwater, and brackishwater species. Information on instruments, technological developments, culturing techniques, and new methods of husbandry are sig- nificant features of this publication.

Its areas of coverage include o aquaculture management and ecoomics o techniques, equipment methodology, feasibility studies replenishing natural stocks, and laoratory culture o organizational, economic, legal, and social aspects culture of fish and other vertrates; crustaceans, mollusks, and other invertebrates; aquatic plant and algae; protozoa and microganisms o reproductive biology and growth and development of cultured species, as well as related topics.

Bimonthly,Index: subject/ author/ taxonomic/geographic, plus Annual Cumulative Index in print and on CD-ROM. 4,800 abstracts/year.

Metals Abstracts (METADEX),
V. 36
ISSN 0026-0924
Published in cooperation with ASM International and The Institute of Materials

Theory and application data are available here in one source! All aspects of metallurgical science from mining and ore processing to design and fabrication of high-tech alloys parts are surveyed for the world's materials science community. Metals Abstracts enhances its coverage with hard-to-find citations in 32 languages and timely data on key areas of interest. Citations are assigned to seven broad topical classification, in 33 specific subject areas, for efficient browsing and retrieval. Metals Abstracts provides compre hensive, international coverage of the literature published on the sci ence and technology of metals. Coverage includes o physics of

Metals Abstracts Index,
V. 36
ISSN 0026-0932
A monthly companion index to Metals Abstracts

Subject indexing, related to each issue of Metals Abstracts, is published separately in Metals Abstracts Index. Articles are thoroughly indexed, using over 5,000 metallur gical terms. Appropriate titles are listed under each main term, along with their Metals Abstracts number.

Monthly, available in print and on the Web. Indexes: subject, author, and corporate author. Index entries from 40,800 records published in Metals Abstracts/year.

Metals Abstracts Annual Set, V. 36

Annual cumulation of monthly and indexes is available in two editions, clothbound or paperbound. The clothbound edition consists of abstracts and indexes in five casebound volumes. The paper back edition, containing the cumulative index to the monthly abstracts, is published in three volumes.

World Materials Calendar, V. 28
ISSN 0263-7987

Used extensively by researchers and engineers, this quarterly guide lists chronologically all con- ferences, exhibitions, and meetings on engineered materials around the globe. Individual entries include the location, dates, title, main topics, sponsors, contacts, registration information, and related details on each events.

Quarterly, in print or on the Web. 1,300 events from more than 350 organizations listed per issue.

Alloys

Alloys Index, V. 30
ISSN 0094-8233

This special index is designed to provide immediate, easy access to worldwide literature on specific alloys, metallurgical systems and intermetallic compounds, as covered in the publications cited by Metals Abstracts. It offers the reader one classified source of all references to commercial, numerical and compoitional alloy designations, to specfic metallic systems, and to the intermetallic compounds with in these systems.

Monthly, available in print.

Aluminum

Aluminhun Industry Abstracts, V. 12 ISSN 1066-0623 Sponsored by the European Aluminium Association and The Aluminum Association

This comprehensive guide to the woruld's literature on aluminum covrs technical and busines articles published on aluminum, production processes, products, appli- cations, and business developments. Includes 25 subject headings and four major sections: Environmental Issues, Production, Research, and Business.

Monthly, subject/alloys/ author/corporate author. 7200-8400 abstracts/year.

Ceramics

Ceramic Abstracts,
V. 82
ISSN 0095-9960
Published in association with The American Ceramic Society and CERAM Research(U.K.)

Ceramic Abstracts is widely recognized as the best way to keep ableast of current publications related to the entire field of ceramics.

Each year, this essential resource cites 10,000 new papers, patents, and reparts that pertain to the formulation, fabrication and appli cation of ceramics and related materials. Now expanded with data gathered from CERAM Research, UK.

Its subject coverage includes: abra sives; art, design, and archaeology; cement, limes, plasters; ceramic metal systems; glass; structural clay; refractories; whiteware; electronics; nuclear materials; production processes and equipment; instrument and test methods; kilns, dryers, furnaces, and fuels; raw materials; engineering materials; basic science; commercial and economic aspects; legislation and standards; environment and pollution; industrial health and safety.

Recommended by Magazines for "The central source of information on structural cenun ics, and is designed for libraries serving materials sciences researchers, engineers, and scientists."

Quarterly, available in print and on the Web. Index: subject, plus Annua Index. Available in print and on the Internet
10000 abstracts/year.

Corrosion Technology

Corrosion Abstracts,
V. 42 Abstracts of the World's Corrosion Control Literature
ISSN 0010-9339
Published in cooperation NACE International

The Corrosion Society Corrosion Abstracts is the world's most complete source of biblio- graphic information in corrosion sci ence and engineering. It provides engineers and scientists with a resource for solving corrosion prob lems by reviewing the documented experience of their peers .

International sources of literature are scanned and abstracted in the areas of general corrosion, testing, corrosion characteristics, preventive measures, materials construction and performance, and equipment for many industries.

Bimonthly, available in print. Indexes: subject/author 4000 abstracts/year.

Physical Education Index witi Annual Cumulative Edition,
V. 26
ISSN 0001-0456

Here is the most widely-used index to new references in sport, fitness, dance, and physical education. "It provides comprehensive cover- age of dance, exercise, health, phys ical education, physical therapy, recreation, sports, sports medicine, and sports sciences ...Specific subjec areas include biomechanics-kinesiology, coaching, athletic facilities, measurement and evaluation, motoi learning, perception, physical fit- ness, research, sport psychology, sport sociology, teaching methods, and training.

Recommended for college and university librariesIts subject coverage includes: physical

education curriculum and teaching methods o dance o exercise, health and physical fitness o sports and athletics * coaching and train ing o officiating o measurement an evaluation o motor learning o sports medicine and exercise sport science o kinesiology o physical therapy o sport psychology, sociology, and history o sport law o and business, marketing and sports equipment.

Sources: Articles, books, reports, and patents which are pertinent to professionals in dance, health, J. physical education, physical therapy, recreation, sports, and sports medicine.

Quarterly in four issues, available in print.
indexes: subject/author/geographic, including clothbound annual cumulative index. 10,0000 records /year.
Previously published by BenOak Publsihing

CSA Political Science & Government: A Guide to Periodical Literature,
V .35 (previously tided ABC POL SCI)
ISSN 0001-0456

This reference periodical has been acclaimed for its extensive coverage of political science and government as well as the related disciplines of law, sociology, and economics. It offers a subject index to an interdisciplinary range of pub- lished literature. An author index is also provided and a cumulative sub- ject index appears in the last issue of the annual volume.

Its subject coverage includes
o political history and theory o political theories and philosophy o academic discipline (professional issues, history and present state) o methodology and research technology . o international relations, international law o international institutions, refugees/immigration o government/political systems (constitutions,

comparative governments / political systems, national governments/political systems, state and local governments/political systems, legislatures, armed forces) o politics (comparative politics, political culture, national-level politics, state and local politics, political movements /activism) o political behavior o political economy o politics and law o politics and communication o political psychology o politics and society o politics and religion o public policy/administration. Sources: Journal articles and dissertations from 1,000 journals, along with citations of book reviews in the journal abstracted.

Recommended by Magazines for libraries.

Bimonthly, available in print.
indexes: subject/author/source, plus annual cumulative index. 8,5000 abstract/year. Previously published by ABC-CLIO.

Sociological Abstracts,
V. 51
Including International Review of Publications in Sociology
ISSN 0038-0202

Sociological Abstracts is the preminent resource for accessing research literature in sociology and related disciplines. Recommended by Magazines for Libraries, "this collection of abstracts reflects the world's serial literature in sociology and related disciplines. In addition to journal articles, coverage is given to national and international sociological conference papers, books and book chapters, dissertations, and book and other media reviews." .

Among the salient points of its coverage are
o methodology and research technology o sociology o history and theory o social psychol- ogy o group interactions o culture and social structure o

complex organizations o social change and economic development o mass
phenomena o political sociology/interactions o social differentiation o rural sociology and agriculture o urban sociology o sociology of lan- guage and the arts o sociology of education o sociology of religion, social control, sociology of science, demography and human biology, the family and socialization o sociology of health and medicine o social problems and social welfare o sociology of knowledge o community/regional development

Sources: Over 1,650 journals and other serials publications, as well as conference papers, books, and dissertations.

Bimonthly, with our without manual annual cumulative index: indexes: subject/author/source, plus annual cumulative index. 26,000 abstract/year.

New Edition Thesaurus of Sociological Indexing Terms 6th Edition.

Aqualine Abstracts,
V. 19
ISSN 0263-5534
Published in cooperation with WRC, UK

Widely used as a reference tool by public water authorities and environmental agencies, Aqualine Abstracts provides com- prehensive coverage of the world's scientific and technical literature of the entire hydrological cycle up to, and including, the continental shelf. It contains information about water "from the source to the sea" includ- ing coverage of water, wastewater, associated engineering services, and the aquatic environment.

Recommended by Magazines for Libraries'. "A major resource for environmental studies. Subjects covered include; water resources and supplies management, water legisla- tion, water quality, potable water distribution, waste-water collec tion,water treatment technologies, wastewater and sewage treatment, and ecological and environmental effects of water pollution." Sources: More than 400 journals as well as conference proceedings, sci- entific reports, books, and theses.

Monthly, (12 issues) published in print, lndexes:subject/author/geographic, plus Annual Cumulative Index on CD-ROM. 10,000 abstracts/year.

New Technologies

Abstracts in New Technologie and Engineering (ANTE),
V. 7
ISSN 1367-9899

ANTE covers about 350 periodicals in all branches of engineering, chemical technology, instrumentation, building, transport, and computerization technology. Noted for its abundance of cross references and for an index that . permits a high degree of specialty in search." - Magazines for Libraries, 11th Ed. Recommended by Magazines foi Libraries for academic and specia libraries.

Bimonthly, plus annual cumulation in hardbound edition.

Humanities

British Humanities Indea (BHI)
ISSN 0007-0815

The international resource for finding scholarly articles in the humanities in the English
language. Like its American counter part, The Readers' Guide, BHI indexes politics, archaeology, architecture, language, literature, history, music, economics, philosophy, art and folklore, and books and publishing.

BHI indexes over 400 internationally published periodicals. Indexing is current within three to six months.

Recomended for academic and special libraries." - Magazines for Libraries.

Quarterly, 4,500 new entries per issues, with cumulative annual edition containing 18000 entries published.

British Catalogue of Music (BCM)
Published on behalf of The British Library. ISSN 0068-1407

The most comprehensive list of current printed music available within Great Britain. An essential tool for music information profes- sionals to use as a research, indexing and cataloguing tool.

Published three times a year, with the final edi tion in a hardbound annual cumulative volume.

Journal of Commonwealth Literature (JCL),
V. 38
ISSN 0021-9894

Published for over thirty years, JCL is an internationally recognized source of critical studies and essays on literature written and pub lished within the British Commonwealth, all provided by a team of international editors.

Full text. Now published in four issues, with the first three issues containing critical studies and essays and the fourth issue is an annual bibliographic checklist of publications in the Commonwealth.

Library & Information Science

as a hardbound reference.
LISA: Library and Information Science Abstracts
ISSN 0024-2179

LISA is an international abstracting and indexing resource for librarians and other information professionals. (It) currently abstracts more than 440 periodicals from over 68 countries, in more than 20 different languages. Subjects covered range from artificial intelligence to information management, information technology, knowledge management, library use and users, publishing and book- selling, records management,
technical services, and the Web."- As recommended lay Magazines for libraries, 11th Ed.

Monthly, availble in print. 1,000 new records per issue, with an annual total of 13,000 entries.

Journal of Information Science (JIS)
V. 29
Published on behalf of the Institute of Information Scientists ISSN 0165-5515

A highly respected journal reporting on the practical aspects of information management as well as the more theoretical side of knowl- edge and its communication. Using regular source of business news to professionals within the field of information science, focusing on new products, product updates, industry news, and key industry personnel.

Full text. Biomonthly.

Journal of Librarianship and Information Science (JOLIS),
V. 35
ISSN 0961-0006

Edited by Dr. Anne Goulding, this journal provides an international forum for the publication of the most recent research and major developments in library practice.
Full Text. Quarterly, available in print.

Information Development (ID),
V. 19
ISSN 0266-6669

Information Development provides authoritative coverage of current developments in the provision, management and use of information throughout the world, with emphais on the information needs and problems of developing countries. Essential reading for information professionals and practitioners working with national and international development agencies.

Full Text. Quarterly.

Business Information Review(BIR), V. 20 ISSN 0266-3821

BIR offers in-depth practical advice and reports on interna- tional business information sources and services in both public and pri- vate areas. Recipient of the Anbar Golden Page Award for its excellent coverage of print and electronic products in international business information.
Full text. Quarterly.

Business Information Testdrive (BIT)
ISSN 1465-5896

BIT provides independent testing and evaluation of online products to give honest and critical views to prospective purchasers and end-users. Going beyond the vendor's hype, Editor Pam Foster pres- ents an independent and incisive appraisal of new electronic products, from CD-ROMs to Internet based services.

Full text. Published 11 times per year.

What's New in Business Information (WNIBI)
ISSN 0952-7001

A regular source of business news to professionals within the field of information science, focusing on new products, product updates, industry news, and key industry personnel.

Full text. Published 20 times a year.