Online Journals

The Becker College Libraries subscribe to a number of online journals. Journals are listed by title and subject discipline. Click on the name of the journal to search current and previous issues and retrieve full text articles.

Peer-reviewed articles that present international perspectives on the status of global issues in animal agriculture today. Joint venture between American Society of Animal Science (ASAS), Canadian Society of Animal Science (CSAS), the European Federation of Animal Science (EAAP), and the American Meat Science Association (AMSA).

» Anthrozoös: A Multidisciplinary Journal of The Interactions of People & Animals 2007-

Quarterly, peer-reviewed journal that addresses the characteristics and consequences of interactions and relationships between people and non-human animals across areas as varied as anthropology, ethology, medicine, psychology, veterinary medicine and zoology. Articles cover the full range of human-animal relations, from their treatment in the arts and humanities, through to behavioral, biological, social and health sciences.

» Journal of Animal Science 1910-

Discovers, disseminates and applies knowledge for sustainable use of animals for food and other human needs. Articles encompass a broad range of research topics in animal production and fundamental aspects of genetics, nutrition, physiology, and preparation and utilization of animal products. Articles typically report research with beef cattle, companion animals, goats, horses, pigs, and sheep.

» Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science 1998-

Publishes articles, commentaries, and brief research reports on methods of experimentation, husbandry, and care that demonstrably enhance the welfare of all nonhuman animals.

» Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine 2008-

Published by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, articles cover the latest developments in cardiology, neurology, oncology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, hematology, hepatology, immunology, infectious disease, nephrology/urology, nutrition/metabolism, pharmacology, respiratory, theriogenology, epidemiology, and muscle disease relating to large and small animals. Access full text articles from the past five years.

» Primates 1957-

International journal of primatology that provides a forum for the elucidation of all aspects of primates. Publishes original papers and it encompasses work in fields of biological investigation such as morphology, physiology, genetics, psychology, behavior, ecology, sociology, systematics, evolution, and medicine.

Business

» Journal of Sports Management 1987-

Published by the North American Society for Sport Management, JSM covers issues and trends in the sports management industry. Contains editorials, research articles, and reviews that relate to the management, governance, and consumption of sport, such as: organizational theory, behavior, and strategy; sport operations; law and policy; economics, finance, and accounting; marketing, consumer behavior, sponsorship, advertising, and licensing; media, communications, and public relations; sport tourism; facility and event management; and gender and diversity.

» Monthly Labor Review 1981-

Published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, an agency within the U.S. Department of Labor. Contains articles on the labor force, the economy, employment, inflation, productivity, occupational injuries and illnesses, wages, prices, and more.

» Occupational Outlook Quarterly Online 1999-

Provides practical information on jobs and careers. Articles cover a wide variety of career and work-related topics such as unusual occupations, tips for job seekers, salary trends, and results of new studies from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

» Theoretical Economics 2010-

Open access journal, published by the Econometric Society three times a year, in January, May, and September. Contains research in economic theory.

» World of Work Report 2008-

The World of Work Report is published annually by the International Institute for Labour Studies (IILS)

Criminal Justice

» Criminology 1997-

Devoted to crime and deviant behavior. Disciplines covered include sociology, psychology, design, systems analysis, and decision theory. Major emphasis is placed on empirical research and scientific methodology. Includes reviews of criminology literature and theoretical issues as well as suggestions for future investigations.

» Criminology & Public Policy Nov 2001-

Focuses on criminal justice policy and practice, the central objective of the journal is to strengthen the role of research findings in the formulation of crime and justice policy by publishing empirically based, policy focused articles.

» Journal of Criminal Justice Education 1997-

Peer-reviewed journal published by the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS). Provides a forum for the examination, discussion and debate of a broad range of issues concerning post-secondary education in criminal justice, criminology and related areas.

» Juvenile & Family Court Journal 1997-

Quarterly, peer-reviewed journal, published by the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges since 1949. Focuses on juvenile and family justice, including child abuse and neglect, juvenile delinquency, domestic violence, substance abuse, child custody and visitation, judicial leadership, and related topics. Provides the latest research and information on best practices concerning issues affecting children and families.

» On the Line (American Correctional Association) Sep 2011-

Online newsletter published six times a year by the American Correctional Association.

Education

» Change: the Magazine of Higher Learning 1997-

Deals with contemporary issues in higher learning. Intends to stimulate and inform reflective practitioners in colleges, universities, corporations, government, and elsewhere. Spotlights trends, provides new insights and ideas, and analyzes the implications of educational programs, policies, and practices.

» Harvard Educational Review 1964-

Scholarly journal of opinion and research in education that provides an interdisciplinary forum for discussion and debate about education issues.

» Journal of the First Year Experience & Students in Transition 1989-

Semiannual refereed journal providing research on the first college year and other significant student transitions. Disseminates empirical research findings on student transition issues such as explorations into the academic, personal, and social experiences of students at a range of transition points throughout the college years.

» School Science & Mathematics 1997-

Official journal of the School Science and Mathematics Association, founded 1901. International journal that emphasizes research on issues, concerns, and lessons within and between the disciplines of science and mathematics in the classroom.

Game Design and Development

» Games for Health Journal Feb 2012-

Bimonthly peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the development and application of game technology for improving physical and mental health and well-being. Intended for anyone interested in the research and design of health games that integrate well-tested, evidence-based behavioral health strategies to help improve health behaviors and to support the delivery of care. New journal. First issue published February 2012.

» Virtual Reality 2012-

Disseminates research and provokes discussion on all aspects of Virtual Reality from various disciplines and industries.

Health Science

» BMC Nursing

Open access, peer-reviewed journal that considers articles on all aspects of nursing research, training, education and practice.

» Clinical Cardiology Aug 1979-

Publication of the American Society for Preventive Cardiology. Publishes original clinical research, as well as brief reviews of diagnostic and therapeutic issues in cardiovascular medicine and cardiovascular surgery.

» Clinical Liver Disease Feb 2012-

Official publication of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases.

» Clinical Obesity Feb 2011-

Official clinical journal of the International Association for the Study of Obesity, publishes international peer-reviewed research papers and reviews focusing on obesity and its co-morbidities.

» Clinical Simulation in Nursing 2009-

International, peer reviewed journal of the International Nursing Association of Clinical and Simulated Learning (INACSL). Published online nine times annually.

» Congestive Heart Failure 2000-

Features manuscripts and papers on the prevention and management of congestive heart failure.

» electronic Journal of Health Informatics

Open access international journal dedicated to the advancement of Health Informatics and information technology in healthcare.

» Evidence-Based Nursing

Quarterly publication that selects research studies and reviews that report important advances relevant to best nursing practice. Provides commentary on chosen articles to identify key findings and implications for clinical practice.

» ISRN Nursing

Open access peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research articles, review articles, and clinical studies in all areas of nursing.

» Journal of the American Heart Association Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Disease Feb 2012-

Online-only, peer-reviewed, Open Access publication that provides a global forum for basic and clinical research articles and timely reviews on cardiovascular disease and stroke.

» Journal of Holistic Nursing 1999-

Peer reviewed quarterly journal with a focus on integrating holistic health concepts with traditional Western medicine. JHN provides a forum for caring and innovative nurses in clinical practice, research, individual wellness practice, and academia to exchange critical information, share clinical and personal experiences, and communicate research pertaining to nursing practice, health care, wellness, healing, and human potential.

» Journal of Mixed Methods Research 2007-

Quarterly, interdisciplinary, international publication that focuses on empirical, methodological, and theoretical articles about mixed methods research across the social, behavioral, health, and human sciences.

» Trends in Urology & Men’s Health Sep 2007-

Bimonthly journal aimed at GPs, specialist nurses and hospital specialists. Provides articles from leading specialists in the areas of prostate disease, erectile dysfunction, incontinence and genitourinary medicine, and other issues, such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

Library Science

» Choice Reviews Online Sept 2011-

Online journal that reviews academic books, electronic media, and Internet resources of interest to those in higher education. Used by librarians, faculty, and decision makers for collection development and scholarly research. Each year Choice publishes more than 7,000 reviews.

Science

» BioResearch 2012-

Bimonthly peer-reviewed open access journal, provides a new rapid-publication forum for a broad range of scientific topics including but not limited to molecular and cellular biology, tissue engineering and biomaterials, bioengineering, regenerative medicine, stem cells, gene therapy, systems biology, genetics, biochemistry, virology, microbiology, and neuroscience.

» Ecology & Evolution 2011-

Peer reviewed journal of research in all areas of ecology, evolution and conservation science. Gives priority to research reports, theoretical or empirical, that develop our understanding of organisms and their diversity, interactions between them, and the natural environment.

» Environment: Science & Policy for Sustainable Development 1997-

Analyzes the problems, places, and people where environment and development come together, illuminating concerns from the local to the global. Offers peer-reviewed articles and commentaries from researchers and practitioners who provide a broad range of international perspectives. Features in-depth reviews of major policy reports, conferences, and environmental education initiatives, as well as guides to the best Web sites, journal articles, and books.

» Journal of Visual Experiments (JoVE) General Collection

Peer reviewed, PubMed indexed journal devoted to the publication of biological, medical, chemical and physical research in a video format. JoVE uses video technology to capture and visually transmit experimental techniques in life science research.

» National Geographic Archives 2005-

Online access to the full text and images of articles published since 2005 in National Geographic. The lag time from publication to online archives is two months.

» Science 1997-

Online access to the full text of every article published since 1997 in Science, the weekly journal of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).

» Science News 1997-

Biweekly news magazine covering important and emerging research in all fields of science, from astronomy to zoology

» Scientific American 1993-

Online access to the full text of every article published since 1993 in Scientific American.

Social Science

» American Sociological Review Feb 2004-

Published by the American Sociological Association (ASA), contains original works of interest to the general discipline of sociology, such as new theoretical developments, research results that advance understanding of fundamental social processes, and important methodological innovations.

» Brain & Behavior Sept 2011-

Peer-reviewed, interdisciplinary journal, publishes research across neurology, neuroscience, psychology and psychiatry that enhances the understanding of the brain and behavior. Open source journal.

» Families in Society 1920-

Focuses on the art, science, and practice of social work and provides a trusted forum to explore and share ideas and concepts in social services. Provides a forum for addressing the interests, activities, knowledge, and concerns of social service and human service professionals in direct practice as well as associates in management, supervision, policy and planning, social work education, and social work research.

» Journal of Mixed Methods Research 2007-

» Society 2012-

Publishes new ideas and research findings drawn from all the social sciences. Aimed at decision makers and others concerned with trends in modern society. Each issue features a special symposium and policy-relevant research, as well as reviews of significant new books.