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AI Literacy

Recommended Databases

Database Paper Types
ACM Digital Library

A comprehensive collection of computing and information technology research, including AI algorithms, machine learning, and computer vision papers.

arXiv.org Preprint repository with a wide range of AI papers, from theoretical concepts to applied research in various subfields.
IEEE Xplore An extensive resource for electrical engineering and computer science, featuring AI papers on robotics, neural networks, and intelligent systems.
dblp Computer Science Bibliography Indexes computer science publications, including AI papers on natural language processing, data mining, and expert systems.
ScienceDirect Multidisciplinary database with AI papers focusing on cognitive science, neural networks, and AI applications in various fields.
ProQuest Science & Technology Broad coverage of scientific and technical literature, including AI papers on pattern recognition, autonomous systems, and AI ethics.
SpringerNatureLink A diverse collection of scientific journals and books featuring AI papers on evolutionary computation, fuzzy systems, and AI in healthcare.
JSTOR Arts & Sciences Multidisciplinary archive with AI papers exploring philosophical and societal implications of artificial intelligence.
SAGE Premier Social science-focused database with AI papers on human-computer interaction and AI's impact on society.
PubMed Central Biomedical and life sciences repository containing AI papers on bioinformatics, medical imaging, and AI in healthcare.
PsycARTICLES/PsycINFO Psychology-focused databases with AI papers on cognitive modeling, AI in mental health, and human-AI interaction.
Project MUSE Humanities and social sciences resource, offering AI papers on digital humanities and AI in education.
DOAJ Open-access journal directory with a variety of AI papers across multiple disciplines.
Applied Science & Technology Technical database covering AI applications in engineering, manufacturing, and industrial processes.
PLoS Open-access scientific journal collection with AI papers on computational biology, AI in environmental science, and open-source AI tools.

How Cardi Studies

Recommended Keywords and Phrases

Here are 20 key keywords and phrases you should consider using when searching for artificial intelligence papers in academic databases:

Keywords and Phrases  
Artificial intelligence Supervised learning
Machine learning Unsupervised learning
Deep learning AI ethics
Neural networks Cognitive computing
Natural language processing Intelligent agents
Computer vision Fuzzy logic
Robotics Genetic algorithms
Expert systems Pattern recognition
Knowledge representation Speech recognition
Reinforcement learning Autonomous systems

How to Improve Your Searches

When using these keywords, you should keep the following tips in mind:

  • Combine multiple keywords using Boolean operators (AND, OR, NOT) to refine searches
  • Use quotation marks for exact phrases (e.g. "artificial intelligence")
  • Try both abbreviations (e.g. AI, ML, NLP) and full terms
  • Include related subfields or applications (e.g. AI in healthcare, AI for cybersecurity)

By strategically using these keywords and search techniques, you can effectively find relevant artificial intelligence papers across academic databases. Remember to iterate and refine searches based on initial results.

For questions or problems concerning access to the library's online resources, please contact Beth Johns. or Matthew Anderson.