Create a list of keywords and search terms related to your topic, and combine them using Boolean operators to refine your search.

Writing Biology Perform a Comprehensive Literature Search - Step 2: Develop a Search Strategy

Review titles and abstracts to select articles that are directly relevant to your review topic. Download and organize full-text articles for detailed reading.

Writing Biology Perform a Comprehensive Literature Search - Step 3: Screen and Select Relevant Literature

List the most relevant databases and search engines for biology literature, such as PubMed, Web of Science, and Google Scholar.

Writing Biology Perform a Comprehensive Literature Search - Step 1: Identify Key Databases and Search Engines

Performing a comprehensive literature search for a biology review article involves three ordered sub-steps: (1) identify key databases and search engines, (2) develop a search strategy, and (3) screen and select relevant literature.

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Use databases and academic search engines to find relevant articles, books, and other resources related to your topic.

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