SciFinder Web
SciFinder, a key database for chemistry and related fields, is now available on the web. Until now, using SciFinder required downloading an application, limiting where you could use it.
Now, the key features of SciFinder are available online and are accessible on campus or off. Watch a demo of the new SciFinder, or compare the features of the Web and desktop versions.
After April 10, 2009, we will have SciFinder Web only, so now is a good time to get started with the web version.
Registering:
First, you’ll need to register for an individual account. This makes it possible for you to save searches, track new content, and more.
1. Click the registration link above; then click ‘next’ on the first page to get to the registration screen.
2. Fill out the starred sections of the registration form, choose a username and password, and click ‘Register’.
SciFinder requires you to use your @ups.edu email to register successfully!
3. Check your email for a confirmation message:
(SciFinder Registration – Your Confirmation Required).
4. Click on the link in the confirmation email, and you’re set to search. The link is valid for a limited time, but you can re-register if you forget to activate right away.
Using SciFinder Web:
Start at the links to SciFinder Web in Databases A-Z or on the Chemistry Research Gateway page. Click and log in.
When you open SciFinder Web, you’ll start out at the literature search. Just type and go as you used to, or use the menu at the top of the page to select another tool.
When you’re finished, log out. SciFinder Web is still limited to 3 simultaneous users. There is an automatic time-out, but it takes longer to activate if the browser is closed without logging out.
Notes on structure drawing:
Structure drawing is the only aspect that requires software, a Java plugin you may already be running. If you do not have it, you’ll be prompted to install it, or you can download it from http://www.cas.org/misc/downloads/jreplugin.html (PC and Mac versions available).
The first time you use the structure drawing too, it will open slowly. Subsequent uses are quicker.
Questions or Comments?
Please contact your science librarian (email or x3646) with any questions or comments you may have about SciFinder Web.
More resources:
Video Tutorials and PDF How-to Guides
CAS e-Seminars (Registration required)