All Databases
The Library provides access to a large number of online resources to support your learning, teaching and research for all staff and students registered as members of the University. Search for a specific title below or filter the listing by clicking on the + to see all that might be relevant for your subject area.
You may access our digital resources from any device wherever you are studying or working. To access resources off-campus, use the University's Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client and Multi-Factor Authentication. Where resources require passwords details are shown below the relevant database description.
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AJ Buildings Library
Register for access to Architect’s Journal with your Loughborough e-mail address before visiting the site. Sign in with the same details.
Architect's journal (AJ)
Register with your Loughborough e-mail address and log-in. Click My AJ, then select Digital Editions
ArXiv
Please note that preprints are preliminary reports of work that has not been certified by peer review.
BBC Shakespeare archive resource
Educational Recording Agency (ERA) registration required.
BCIS - Independent data for the built environment
Request access using this link the first time you use this database: https://subscriptions.bcis.co.uk/institutions/loughboroughuniversity/self-invite Register with your university email address. You will need to confirm your email address and set a password to login. Contact K.Ayinla@lboro.ac.uk for assistance if needed.
bioRixiv
Please note that preprints are preliminary reports of work that has not been certified by peer review
British history online
Please note that we do not subscribe to premium content.
British Library sounds
Unfortunately for technical reasons it is not currently possible to use Loughborough University’s authentication to get access to the restricted sound recordings on this site. Instead please follow the link How to request a copy of a sound recording - The British Library (bl.uk)
British Standards (BSOL)
To log in please click on the Institutional login link, select Loughborough University from the list and log in with your usual University credentials. Please note BSOL documents can only be opened with a plug-in installed on your device (File Open). The File Open plug-in has been installed on University lab machines and is available via the Software Centre to those using the University’s managed desktop service. To download it onto your own device the BSI have provided this guide Please be aware that the FileOpen plug-in does not support opening encrypted PDFs in-browser. In order to view the PDF, it must be opened in Adobe PDF viewer, FileOpen viewer, or similar PDF viewer applications. Please see section 3 of the guide for further information.
ChemRxiv
Please note that preprints are preliminary reports of work that has not been certified by peer review
Construction Information Service
Our subscription does not include British Standards. Please see the British Standards (BSOL) entry listed further down the page for information about access and downloading documents.
Digimap
Click on login and enter Loughborough as the institution you would like to sign in with. Choose Loughborough University from the list NOT Loughborough University (ATHENS). You will be asked to complete a registration form the first time you use this service.
Digimap - Aerial
Click on login and enter Loughborough as the institution you would like to sign in with. Choose Loughborough University from the list NOT Loughborough University (ATHENS). You will be asked to complete a registration form the first time you use this service.
Digimap - Environment
Click on login and enter Loughborough as the institution you would like to sign in with. Choose Loughborough University from the list NOT Loughborough University (ATHENS). You will be asked to complete a registration form the first time you use this service.
Digimap - Geology
Click on login and enter Loughborough as the institution you would like to sign in with. Choose Loughborough University from the list NOT Loughborough University (ATHENS). You will be asked to complete a registration form the first time you use this service.
Digimap - Historic
Click on login and enter Loughborough as the institution you would like to sign in with. Choose Loughborough University from the list NOT Loughborough University (ATHENS). You will be asked to complete a registration form the first time you use this service.
Digimap - Marine
Click on login and enter Loughborough as the institution you would like to sign in with. Choose Loughborough University from the list NOT Loughborough University (ATHENS). You will be asked to complete a registration form the first time you use this service.
Emerald Emerging Markets Case Studies
Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Virtual Library archive 1836-2001
Please contact library@lboro.ac.uk if you would like access to content from our holdings of this title, specifying article citation(s) where relevant. We'll be happy to assist.
Kanopy
Login to VPN Client for off campus access.
LexisLibrary Construction
To log in please click on Use Academic Sign-in (top left of screen) then click on view all institutions and select Loughborough University from the list. If you are on campus or using VPN you will probably be auto-commected, otherwise it will take you to Loughborough University's standard sign-in page where you login with your University username and password.
Libby
To get started, simply download the Libby app, sign in and get reading and listening!
The app can be downloaded from the app store, or from a link on the Libby homepage. You can also access Libby on your computer’s web browser. When first setting up your account you will need to be on campus or on the VPN. If you need any support, then please contact library@lboro.ac.uk and we will be happy to assist.
medRxiv
Preprints are preliminary reports of work that have not been certified by peer review. They should not be relied on to guide clinical practice or health-related behaviour and should not be reported in news media as established information.
Olympic World Library
For free registration please click on LOGIN then select Register.
Royal Society of Chemistry journals archive
Please contact library@lboro.ac.uk if you would like access to content from our holdings of this title, specifying article citation(s) where relevant. We'll be happy to assist.
SciFinder-n
Complete the online registration form from on campus/ using the VPN. You will then receive a confirmation email before you can begin searching SciFinder Scholar. Video guide available here
Scival
There is more information about how to use Scival and other tools that can measure research visibility responsibly on the Research Support website.
Times Higher Education
To access this subscription you need to individually register with the Times Higher using your Loughborough University email address, information on how to register is provided on the Times webpages which also has help on navigating the site and some FAQ’s. Once registered, if helpful, you can opt to sign up to newsletters that can keep you up to date on specific areas of interest.