Search Databases
Use the research databases below to search the journal literature:
Not every database is 100% full text. Look for a graphic button that says SEARCH FOR ITEM. This will start a search across all the databases Pace subscribes to, looking for the full text elsewhere. If the search finds it, follow the lilnk provided. If it can't find the full text, follow the link to our ILLiad Interlibrary Loan system.You must register for ILLiad the very first time you use it. The library can typically get PDF articles for you in 24-48 hours. Be sure to check your Pace email account for communication from the library. Check your junk folder if communication seems overdue.
Click here to view a list of selected database to support research in Political Science.
Below is a short list of recommended databases for your literature review.
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Academic Search UltimateMega database of journal articles in all academic disciplines and professions.
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JSTORCitations or full-page scholarly journals and book chapters. Includes over 200 Political Science Journals. Can limit search by discipline or journal.
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SocINDEX with Full TextJournal articles, books and conference proceedings in sociology, anthropology, education, and other social sciences.
Years covered: 1908-present
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SAGE Journals This link opens in a new windowJournal articles in business, humanities, social sciences, science, technology, and medicine. Years covered: 1847-present. Note: We subscribe to full-text for 1999-present on select titles only.