Databases
The Database Information System (DBIS) contains all our licenced databases as well as many freely available databases. Start with search terms or navigate via the list of subjects, which also lists our top databases.
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Need help?
How can I learn how to search in databases?
There are several options:
- in text form: Read our cheat sheet on searching in databases.
- in an individual appointment: Contact us for writing consulting.
Unsure which database is the right one for your topic? You have several options:
- In our video tutorials, you will learn how to do a literature search, how to work scientifically and much more. You can use our cheat sheet on searching in databases to read up.
- For questions that go beyond our videos: Please feel free to make an individual appointment for a writing consulting.
- The University of Regensburg has created a ten-minute video tutorial on how to use DBIS.
I have a question on an individual database. Whom can I contact?
| Your contact person | Disciplines |
|---|---|
| Timo Guter |
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| Barbara Mäule-Müller | statistics |
| Karin O'Callaghan | law |
Do I have remote access, too?
Yes, HNU members have remote access.
What are the terms of use?
You can learn more about this on our subpage terms of use for e-resources.
Technical databases of Ulm University of Applied Sciences
DIN norms, VDI norms, patents and many additional technical databases are available at University of Applied Sciences Ulm (opens in a new window) (on site).





