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Using our collections

  • The University of Nevada, Reno Libraries provide access to millions of articles, electronic books, digital collections, and streaming video resources for our students, staff and faculty. Get started with Library Search.
  • See a complete listing of the Libraries’ online research databases to get started with your research.
  • Access a Library Guide to links to library resources by discipline.

Interlibrary loan

Interlibrary loan and document delivery of articles and books chapters are available for students, staff, and faculty free of charge.

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Book checkout

Books from the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center, Savitt Medical Library, and the DeLaMare Library are available for checkout to students, staff, and faculty.

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Distinctive primary sources

Gloves resting on leather bound books
Special Collections
Black and white photo of wo individuals looking at a book in the Basque Library
Jon Bilbao Basque Library
Basket woven by a local Indigenous person with triangle designs
Digital Archive

Get help with research

Research assistance
Librarians in core subject areas can provide one-on-one research consultations on any topic in person or via email or Zoom.
Systematic reviews
Librarians an provide assistance on conducting comprehensive literature review and evidence syntheses projects.
Data management support
Librarians can provide consultations and workshops on data management plans and data organization.
Scholarly publishing
Librarians can consult on issues related to journal selection, research metrics, copyright, fair use, and building your scholarly profile.
GIS support
Incorporating cool maps with data to analyze patterns in your research or thesis/dissertation? Book an appointment with our GIS librarian.
Other research support
Learn about other types of research help available from the Libraries.

We have technology you need too!

Computing resources

We provide computer access to faculty and students in many of our spaces. These computers contain a variety of software platforms, from fundamental productivity programs to specialized applications for sophisticated research.

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Lendable technology

Need specialized gear for your project? VR equipment, maker supplies, audio equipment, video cameras and other items can be checked out on a short-term basis.

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Soldering iron in the Makerspace at DeLaMare Library.

Making resources for research

The DeLaMare Library Makerspace offers a variety of resources and works with researchers from across campus, including STEM, the social sciences, and the humanities, to meet research needs through making. Contact them at dlmlib@unr.edu to set up a custom consultation or demonstration.

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