The Science Internet Resource Handbook

This evaluative Internet sourcebook is designed as a quick but comprehensive reference guide to the availability of Internet resources in a range of scientific fields. It contains an overview discussing the extent to which scientific topics are covered. Next, a chapter offers information on search techniques, including subject-specific search engines, retrieval of data, mailing lists and Usenet groups. With contributions from practitioners within specialist fields, this guide aims to help not only information professionals, but also researchers in the academic and commercial sectors.