Research Services

Literature Searches

We offer a specialised Enquiry and Literature search service. We carry out complex searches on databases such as The Cochrane Library, Medline, CINAHL, PsycINFO and NHS Evidence to support research proposals, business cases, etc.

Information Skills Training

We run a series of Training Sessions for NHS staff and students. Sessions are free and will enable you carry out your own literature searches to support your research.

Research Published by our Staff

Reaearch papers published by our staff and indexed in Medline and Cinahl bibliographic databases

Resources

We have a wide range of text books covering research methodologies. Browse or search our Online Catalogue for further details.

What Our Library Users Are Saying...

"Apprentices now have greater access to resources, not only at College or University but in the workplace. The benefits are not solely logistical; the resources and services available to them via the Library & Knowledge Service are current, relevant and varied."

"The library provided me with the evidence base to support a service development of developing a early discharge detox policy. This has improved patient clinical outcomes. This also reduces length of stay and re-attendance at A&E."

"Literature searches carried out by the library staff assisted in the development of a new education program for unregistered staff in response to the Francis report."

"The library carried out a literature search and provided my team with a wealth of relevant information from a variety of different sources that we were able to use within our poster presentation."

"The information I receive has a positive impact in my role as a Non-Executive Director. Over the past year in post I have found the library alerting service to be an invaluable resource it is a great way to be kept informed via the on-line platform that I can access at times to suit."