For balanced background information to help you understand your topic, use one of these databases:
Search subject headings like these with the book database to find books in this library:
Bacteriology
Medical microbiology
Communicable diseases
Microbiology
Pathogenic fungi
Microorganisms
• You may also use the word “and” to combine two subjects in a search: birds and New York.
• Most college libraries use the Library of Congress’ call number system, which use letters and then numbers as a code for a subject. Science books’ call numbers start with Q. Microbiology books are in the QR call number area.
Below are some microbiology reference and circulating books. Search for these as well as ebooks using the search box on the library's home page.