Q. What are database search alerts and how do I set them up?

Search alerts can be set up to provide automatic e-mail notification whenever new search results become available. This can save research time and keep you up to date on your research topics.

These are available in many databases and generally you have to create an account to set them up.

Instructions for specific, popular, databases:

• EBSCO - Many databases
• Elsevier - Science Direct, Engineering Village
• JSTOR
• Nexis Uni
• Web of Science