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Literature search
At KIT you have come to the right place for a fast and efficient literature search conducted by one of our information specialists. They are specialized in the structured search for information on issues related to health, sustainable development, gender and culture in low- and middle-income countries.
For a literature search we can revert to our own collection as well as those from other libraries. KIT also has access to many articles via subscriptions to various scientific databases, such as Cochrane, Embase or Scopus.
The information specialists can provide you with a brief overview or a comprehensive literature search. For a comprehensive literature search various sources/databases are used. It provides you with an extensive list of references relevant to the subject. The search strategy is discussed with the client beforehand in order to optimize the quality and relevance of the results.
The team of information specialists comprises of:
- Wiebe de Boer
- Ilse Egers
- Sjon van ‘t Hof
- Jacqueline Sluijs
For more information please contact Ilse Egers, by phone 020 5688334 or e-mail literaturesearch@kit.nl
You can also fill in the intake form; one of our information specialists will contact you as soon as possible.
Limited visiting hours Reading Room
The Library is closed Monday, May 28. The Reading Room is closed at 2 pm on Wednesday, May 23 and at 2 pm on Thursday, May 31. The KIT Library is open! Visiting hours are Monday through Thursday 10 am till 5 pm.
Contact KIT ILS
Visiting address:
Mauritskade 63
1092 AD Amsterdam
Postal address:
P.O. Box 95001
1090 HA Amsterdam
E ILS@kit.nl
T +31 (0)20 568 8298
F +31 (0)20 665 4423
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Looking for information on development aid or do you need help while searching? Please contact our specialists.



