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Research Support Services
May 19, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Disseminating Research Output, The NWU Open Access and RDM policies guide public access to NWU research outputs, including dissertations, theses, journal articles, books, conference proceedings, datasets, and other scholarly material. Research dissemination at NWU promotes: Long-term preservation of scholarly outputs Improved research visibility and discoverability Open access…, Systems & Tools, Boloka Institutional Repository Research outputs produced at NWU are preserved and made accessible through Boloka , including digitised collections, publications, and special collections. DaYta Ya Rona Processed research data generated during research studies can be shared openly through the NWU Research Data Repository ., Theses & Dissertations, Library and Information Services (LIS) assists in preserving and showcasing theses and dissertations to ensure that valuable postgraduate research remains accessible, visible, and discoverable for future scholarship. Caution: Postgraduate students should remain cautious of predatory publishers that send unsolicited emails offering to publish…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-referencing
Research Support Services
May 19, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Referencing, Management and Plagiarism, Reference management helps researchers store literature review sources, share, annotate, read, write, cite/insert in-text references, as well as compile references or bibliographies. Systems and Tools Tools widely used in research writing include anti-plagiarism software like Turnitin and iThenticate . referencing tools and systems like EndNote…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-literature-review
Research Support Services
May 19, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Research Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Conducting a Literature Review, Literature Searches and Resources, Conducting a successful literature search requires developing a search strategy, deciding on the relevant topic, and defining the research topic and scope. Finding information can be challenging, but valuable literature review resources are available for each faculty member. Search and collect the most relevant peer-reviewed sources using the…, System and Tools, [accordion collapsed], Databases, System and Tools Search across several databases . Or browse through the alphabetical list of databases or individual database search, i.e. Scopus (Elsevier). Find databases through LibGuides . Find databases through the Research LibGuides . Use the LibKey Nomad browser extension to connect to our library's content from the open web. Research…, Books, System and Tools Search WorldCat Discovery for books. Search for eBooks on our eBooks webpage . The LibGuides contain literature resources for each faculty. Use the LibKey Nomad browser extension to connect to our library's content from the open web. Training Material Video on how to search for library resources on WorldCat Discovery . YouTube…, Journal Articles, System and Tools Use keywords to find articles on your research topic. Search by article title . Search by DOI or PMID . Google Scholar Use the LibKey Nomad browser extension to connect to our library's content from the open web. Training Material Video on how to search for library resources on WorldCat Discovery . YouTube video LibKey information…, Journals, System and Tools Find journals through LibGuides . Search for a specific journal title using the journal-title. Search for accredited journals for your articles. BrowZine Journals , listed by subject. Use the LibKey Nomad browser extension to connect to our library's content from the open web. Training Material YouTube video BrowZine user tutorial…, Newspapers and Magazines, System and Tools PressReader A-Z list of newspapers and magazines Training Material PressReader, Theses and Dissertations, System and Tools Researchers can search Boloka for NWU Thesis/Dissertations , research output , and other resources . International ETD's through ProQuest: Dissertations & Theses Global Networked Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations (NDLTD) DADAD-R : Database of African Theses and Dissertations including Research DART - Europe Ethos (UK), Systematic Reviews, System and Tools YouTube video Covidence (Video) Training Material Covidence Academy [/accordion], Search Existing Research Data, Research data repositories allow postgraduate students and researchers to search existing research data without creating or collecting data from scratch. These repositories serve as centralized platforms where researchers can store, share, and access datasets related to various fields of study. Systems and Tools These repositories provide valuable…, Interlibrary Loans, A service that can be used to obtain books and articles unavailable at your home library from national and international libraries. Systems and Tools Interlibrary Loans Training Material Find more information on PDF document how to submit an Interlibrary Loan Request (PDF) . Alternatively, use the Interlibrary Loans quick guide .http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-visibility-impact
Research Support Services
May 19, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Research Visibility and Impact, New ways of communicating scientific discoveries through open science platforms, also known as academic profile platforms, have emerged for storing, publishing and disseminating research findings. These academic profile platforms have the added advantage of openness and enhance research visibility and impact., Connect, Update, and Showcase your Research with ORCID, [accordion collapsed], Systems and Tools, ORCID is a free, unique, and persistent digital identifier that distinguishes individual researchers from one another. It helps ensure that your work, whether publications, datasets, peer reviews, or grants, is correctly attributed to you, even if you have a common name or change affiliations. Before registering for an ORCID ID, it is helpful to…, Training Material, Research Visibility and Impact: Broadening your impact [/accordion] Enhancing research visibility and impact is crucial for researchers and institutions aiming to maximise the reach and significance of their scholarly work. Strategies to improve visibility and impact include effective dissemination through publishing in reputable journals,…, ScholarConnect, [accordion collapsed], Researcher Profiling Platform, ScholarConnect is a researcher profiling platform that showcases academic expertise, research outputs, key achievements, and collaborative opportunities aligned with disciplines and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Faculties: Economic and Management Sciences Education Engineering Health Sciences Humanities Law Natural and Agricultural…, Training Material, Framework on research visibility and impact Science communication Workflow for getting published Research visibility and impact LibGuide Maximising research impact [/accordion] , Science Communication, Science communication helps make research findings accessible, understandable, and relevant to broader audiences beyond specialist academic communities. Researchers are increasingly encouraged to create communication assets such as infographics, visual abstracts, podcasts, short videos, summaries, and video abstracts to improve public engagement…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-funding
Research Support Services
May 19, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Ethical Clearance and Funder Requirements, Data Management Plan (DMP), Institutions and funding bodies are now recognising the importance of effective data management in ensuring the ethical handling of research data. The PDF document NWU Research Data Management Policy (PDF) requires that every research study that generates data include a Research Data Management Plan (RDMP). Students and researchers are required…, Services, [accordion collapsed], Systems and Tools, Data Management Planning Tool : The DMPTool helps postgraduate students and researchers to prepare and create research data management plans. It provides tailored guidance and examples to help researchers write data management plans., Training Material, Data Management Plan LibGuide General Guidance NWU research funding and training opportunities PDF document Simplify ethical clearance and grant applications with DMPTool (PDF) [/accordion] , Open Researcher and Contributor ID (ORCID), Open Researcher and Contributor ID (ORCID) is a tool that solves author name misidentification by providing persistent, unique IDs for researchers. Many funders require researchers to have an ORCID ID when applying for grants. This persistent identifier helps funders and institutions track and efficiently manage research outputs., Services, [accordion collapsed], Systems and Tools, You can register for an account via ORCID and add publications. Register your ORCID on Intembeko, and the Intembeko ORCID Hub ( PDF document follow these steps (PDF) ) will connect research staff and students with the organisations where they study, are employed, or receive funding. Register your ORCID on the NWU Manuscript System to integrate…, Training Material, What is ORCID ? Register for your ORCID ID . How to reset your ORCID password ? A Quick Tour of the ORCID Record . How do you add publications to your ORCID ? [/accordion]http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-and-open-scholarship-services
Research Support Services
May 19, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, About Us, Research and Open Scholarship Home The Library and Information Service (LIS) is an essential partner in the research process, providing access to resources, research assistance, information literacy, data management support, collaboration and networking, digital scholarship, archival and special collections, support for open access and services…http://library.nwu.ac.za/ir-information-resources
Information Resources and Systems (IRS)
May 20, 2026 - , About, The Information Resources and Systems (IRS) Department within the Library and Information Service (LIS) comprises three sections: Acquisitions and Subscriptions, Metadata Services, and Library Systems. Its primary mandate is to enhance and expand the library’s collection of information resources by acquiring, processing, maintaining, and…, Manager: Acquisitions and Subscriptions, Carine Basson Photo of Carine Basson Click and drag to resize Carine Basson +27 (0)18 299 2818 Carine.Basson@nwu.ac.za Building E7A Potchefstroom, Manager: Metadata Services, Molly Kekana Photo of Molly Kekana Click and drag to resize Molly Kekana +27 (0)18 389 2407 Molly.Kekana@nwu.ac.za Building A-7 Mahikeng, Manager: Library Systems, Cecil Gasa Photo of Cecil Gasa Click and drag to resize Cecil Gasa +27 (0)18 299 2801 Cecil.Gasa@nwu.ac.za Building E7A Potchefstroom , Sections and Services, [accordion collapsed], Acquisitions and Subscriptions, Acquisitions This department is responsible for acquiring printed and electronic material. Our resources and serials are listed in the following databases: Worldcat Discovery WorldCat Discovery WorldCat Discovery - A-Z Titles BrowZine - Academic Journals They can also be contacted for: Donation/Gifts Resources the Library should acquire. (Note:…, Metadata Services, This department is responsible for cataloguing all the printed material on the NWU library shelves. Our Library Catalogue is listed at Sierra Library Catalogue WorldCat Discovery, Library Systems, Library IT Support This department forms the backbone or engine of the library. It is not only the department that supports all the other library departments but also directs the library's e-strategy as the driving force towards becoming a virtual, digital and multimedia library. Library IT support involves managing the information technology used…http://library.nwu.ac.za/information-services-and-faculty-librarians
Information Services
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