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Nursing 193 Library Research Guide

A list of Nursing Resources you can find in the Cypress College Library and on our website.

D.O.I. FAQ's

Q: What is a D.O.I.? 

A: D.O.I. 's are like a permanent link for that specific journal article, that you can search on the web.

Want to learn the difference between a URL and a DOI? Read this article from the APA blog. 

 

Q: Where do I find the D.O.I.?

A: In our databases, the D.O.I. is usually toward the bottom of the "Abstract" page.

 

Q: What do I do if I don't see a D.O.I. for the article ?

A: crossref  is a website to look up a D.O.I. if your web article does not have one listed.

D.O.I. Steps

1. Use the D.O.I. if available.

2. If no D.O.I. is available, look it up in crossref.

3. If there are no results in crossref, then use the URL for the article.

If in doubt, ask your professor for guidance.