New E-Resources at Northwestern

Kodikas = Code, Ars Semeiotica

Focuses on the research and discussion of semiotical subjects related to the constitution of signs.  Articles in English, French, German.

National Research Council Canada backfiles

Northwestern University Library has purchased the backfile content to the National Research Council Canada journals.   The titles and coverage of access are:

Applied Physiology, Nutrition and Metabolism (1993-1996)
Biochemistry and Cell Biology (1954-1996)
Canadian Journal of Botany (1951-1997)
Canadian Journal of Earth Sciences (1964-1997)
Canadian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences (1980-1995)
Canadian Journal of Forest Research (1971-1996)
Canadian Journal of Microbiology (1955-1997)
Canadian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology (1954-1995)
Canadian Journal of Zoology (1951-1997)
Environmental Reviews (1993-1996)
Genome (1959-1997)

Forschungen zur Brandenburgischen und Preussischen Geschichte

Forschungen zur Brandenburgischen und Preussischen Geschichte publishes articles on the history of Prussia and Brandenburg Germany.  Published on behalf the Prussian historical commission and secret public records Prussian cultural possession of W. Neugebauer and F. - L. Kroll.   Articles are in German.

Bulletin of the Australian Mathematical Society

The Bulletin of the Australian Mathematical Society aims at quick publication of original research in all branches of mathematics. Papers are accepted only after peer review but editorial decisions on acceptance or otherwise are taken quickly, normally within a month of receipt of the paper. The Bulletin concentrates on presenting new and interesting results in a clear and attractive way. - publisher’s blurb.

Journal of Information Technology & Politics

The Journal of Information Technology & Politics examines how information technology (IT) impacts politics and government, how politics and government influence the development and use of IT, and how IT can be used to advance research and education, particularly in political science. - publisher’s blurb.

American Indian Culture and Research Journal

The American Indian Culture and Research Journal is an internationally renowned multidisciplinary journal designed for scholars and the general public. The premier journal in Native American studies, it publishes book reviews, literature, and original scholarly papers on a wide range of issues in the fields of history, anthropology, geography, sociology, political science, health, literature, law, education, and the arts. - publisher’s blurb.

Policing

Policing is a leading policy and practice publication aimed at senior police officers, policy makers, and academics, this peer-reviewed journal will contain in-depth comment and critical analysis on a wide range of topics including current ACPO policy, police reform, political and legal developments, training and education, specialist operations, accountability, and human rights. -  publisher’s blurb.

Cold Spring Harbor Symposia on Quantitative Biology

Cold Spring Harbor Symposia on Quantitative Biology publishes advances in biology such as the structure of DNA, the genetic code, the discovery of mobile genes, the PCR and RNAi techniques, and the feasibility of a human genome project.  The Symposia focus on a different and timely field of research each year, and the participants are handpicked luminaries and rising stars of that particular field. - publisher’s blurb.

Journal of the Musical Arts in Africa

The Journal of the Musical Arts in Africa aims to combine ethnomusicological, musicological, music educational and performance-based research in a unique way to promote the musical arts on the African continent. The journal provides practical suggestions for music teachers as well as general arts and culture practitioners on instrumental and vocal training. - publisher’s blurb.

Canadian Review of Sociology

The Canadian Review of Sociology/ Revue canadienne de sociologie is the journal of the Canadian Sociological Association/La Société canadienne de sociologie.  The CRS/RCS is committed to the dissemination of innovative ideas and research findings that are at the core of the discipline. The CRS/RCS publishes both theoretical and empirical work that reflects a wide range of methodological approaches.  - publisher’s blurb.