Can't find any sources? Follow these steps:

• Contact your Librarian - If you get stuck, your librarian may be able to help you. Sometimes there are sources that are typically used in another discipline that may have information related to your topic. Do not hesitate to email me or  schedule a meeting with me.
• Make sure you're using an appropriate database or search engine - other databases may have a better chance of having materials on your topic. Read the descriptions of what is contained in each database/search tool to determine your best options.
• Use standard subject headings for your keywords - think of additional ways to construct your search string or change your keywords. Let's say you're searching for articles about the economic impact of fracking on local economies. You found an article that also uses the subject tags "Regional Economic Activity," "Hydrocarbon Fuels," and "Exhaustible Resources and Economic Development." You should try adjusting your search to use a combination of standardized subject terms and see if it helps generate more relevant results. Or, you can simply click on the subject heading and it will show you all materials in that subject.
• Try using NOT - It's rare, but sometimes a topic has a lot of research from one area/discipline that may not be related to your particular question. If the search is bringing a lot of irrelevant information, try using NOT to exclude materials from a specific geographic region, topic, etc
• Do not be afraid to adjust your research topic - Sometimes the topic we want to research is too specific or too vague, making it difficult to find information and resources. As you begin your search, allow yourself to pivot and adjust your research topic based upon the materials that are available. Being a little flexible while researching can lead you to an idea you may not have known you were interested in!