LibGuides: Life Sciences: Biology

About the Biology Guide

Holy Family University Library has many resources related to biology topics. Many resources are available online and off-campus. This guide will help you navigate these resources and choose the best sources for your research.

Find background information in ebooks, books, and trusted websites.
Learn how to evaluate information you find on the web.
Search for journal articles and learn what makes an article "peer-reviewed."

Remember, the reference librarians are always here to help! Email, call, or stop by the reference desk during any open library hours.

JoVE - Journal of Visualized Experiments

JoVE - Journal of Visualized Experiments
JoVE is a "science education video collection that demonstrates how to execute basic techniques commonly used in cellular and molecular biology. To enhance your understanding of the methods each video is paired with additional video resources for you to view practical applications of the techniques and other complementary skills." (From the JoVE website). This is an excellent database to use for biology and other science majors.

Science in Philadelphia

Butterflies!
Permanent Exhibit
Academy of Natural Sciences
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Butterflies!, features a lush, tropical garden filled with colorful plants and a multitude of live butterflies from Central and South America, East Africa, and Southeast Asia.
Dinosaur Hall
Permanent Exhibit
Academy of Natural Sciences
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Yes, we have dinosaur exhibits right here in Philly! See more than 30 species, half of which are full skeletal mounts. In addition to the skeletons, visitors can view dinosaur eggs, footprints, dinosaur sculptures, murals, paleontologist tools, a life-sized model showing the internal anatomy of a Stegosaurus.
Changing Earth
Permanent Exhibit
Franklin Institute
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Exhibit addresses how the earth is always changing and focuses on air, water, and land.

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