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For hard copies of our journals: Complete title list of Astronomy/Physics Journals

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Selected Astronomy and Physics Periodicals

Astronomy | Physics
For Science Education | Science & Technology
Not in the list below? Complete title list of Physics/Astronomy Journals

Astronomy

Type of publication:Special Interest Magazine
Online full text?: No.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1979-current.
Description:

"Astronomy magazine is really a story of the people behind it. Dedicated by an obsession with the subject of astronomy, they are driven to assemble the best, most-absorbing material relating to the world of astronomy with every page they have. " Website

Sky & Telescope

Type of publication:Special Interest Magazine
Online full text?: No.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1968-current.
Description:

"Each issue contains practical observing tips, our popular star charts, useful product reviews, advice on astrophotography- and so much more!" Website

Publications of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific

Type of publication: Academic/Scholarly
Online full text?: No.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1996-current.
Description:

"The Publications of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific has been published regularly since 1889, as part of the ASP's mission to advance the science of astronomy and disseminate astronomical information. This journal provides an outlet for astronomical results of a scientific nature and serves to keep readers in touch with current astronomical research. It contains refereed research and instrumentation papers, invited reviews, and dissertation summaries. PASP is the technical journal of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific. It publishes refereed papers on astronomical research covering all wavelengths and distance scales as well as papers on the latest innovations in astronomical instrumentation and software. " Website

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Physics

American Journal of Physics

Type of publication:Academic/Scholarly
Online full text?: No.
Millinet: Catalog record -link not working yet.
Hard copies owned: 1939-current.
Description:

"The American Journal of Physics is devoted to the educational and cultural aspects of physics." Website

Physics World

Type of publication:Academic/Scholarly
Online full text?: No.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1998-current.
Description:

"Physics World is one of the world's best physics magazines. Bringing together the pick of stories from the worlds of research, industry and education every month, Physics World covers everything from the latest developments in basic research to cutting-edge technologies and applications in industry." Website

Physics Today

Type of publication:Academic/Scholarly
Online full text?: No.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1949-current.
Description:

"Physics Today, the flagship publication of The American Institute of Physics, is the most influential and closely followed physics magazine in the world, informing readers about science and its place in the world with authoritative features, full news coverage and analysis, and fresh perspectives on technological advances and ground-breaking research." Website

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For Science Education

Journal of College Science Teaching

Type of publication:Academic/Scholarly
Online full text?: Yes.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1993-current.
Description:

"The Journal of College Science Teaching (JCST), an award-winning peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary periodical published by the National Science Teachers Association, invites the submission of original manuscripts reporting innovations or investigations in the teaching of science at the college level. Successful manuscripts may report interdisciplinary efforts or be of a sufficiently broad nature to be of interest to those centered in related disciplines. Manuscripts reporting innovations or collaborations leading to enhancements in college science learning and teaching are of particular interest to JCST." Website

Middle School Journal

Type of publication:Academic/Scholarly
Online full text?: No.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1997-current.
Description:

"Middle School Journal, a refereed journal, is an official publication and membership benefit of National Middle School Association. The Journal, published five times per year in September, November, January, March, and May, offers articles that promote middle level education and contribute to an understanding of the educational and developmental needs of youth between the ages of 10 and 15." Website

NSTA Reports: National Science Teahers Association

Type of publication:Trade Journal
Online full text?: No.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1997-current.
Description:

"Reports of the National Center for Science Education, or RNCSE, gives wide coverage of all aspects of creation/evolution issues. Each issue includes updates on anti-evolution activities, feature articles, and book reviews by scientists, philosophers, and science teachers." Website

SB&F: Science Books and Films

Type of publication:Trade Magazine
Online full text?: No.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1975-current.
Description:

"Since 1965, Science Books & Films (SB&F) has been the authoritative guide to science resources, bringing you the expert information you need to make the best decisions when choosing science materials for your library, classroom, or institution. Published by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), SB&F is the only critical review journal devoted exclusively to print and nonprint materials in all of the sciences and for all age groups. Every year, SB&F evaluates nearly 1,000 books, videos and DVDs, and software packages for general audiences, professionals, teachers, and students from kindergarten through college." Website

The Science Teacher

Type of publication:Academic/Scholarly
Online full text?: Yes.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1966-current.
Description:

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Science & Technology

Chemical & Engineering News

Type of publication:
Online full text?: No.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1975-current.
Description:

"Chemical & Engineering News is a weekly magazine published by the American Chemical Society. C&EN editors and reporters based in Europe, the U.S., and Asia cover science and technology, business and industry, government and policy, education, and employment aspects of the chemistry field" Website

Discover

Type of publication:
Online full text?: No.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1986-current.
Description:

"Read Discover Magazine online for science news, articles, current events and future views on technology, space, environment, health and medical, more." Website

Environmental Science & Technology

Type of publication:
Online full text?: No.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1970-current.
Description:

"Published twice monthly, ES&T is a unique source of information for scientific and technical professionals in a wide range of environmental disciplines. In its research section, contributed material may appear as current research papers, policy analyses, or critical reviews. Also included is a magazine section called the A-Pages that provides authoritative news and analysis of the major developments, events, and challenges shaping the field. " Website

LabAnimal

Type of publication:
Online full text?: No.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1988-current.
Description:

"Lab Animal is a peer-reviewed journal for professionals in animal research, emphasizing proper management and care. Lab Animal publishes timely and informative editorial content reaching both the academic world and applied research industries involved in genetic engineering, human and animal therapeutics, and pharmaceutical drug discovery." Website

New Scientist

Type of publication:
Online full text?: Yes.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1989-current.
Description:

"With New Scientist magazine, every week you’ll enjoy a comprehensive round-up the latest science and technology news, reports, developments and research. You’ll not only find out what’s happening now and where but what’s coming next and how it will affect you. No matter what your interest, you’ll find we have journalists and reporters who share it. From biology, physics and chemistry to astronomy, the environment, psychology and electronics, we’ve got it covered so that you hear about it first. " Website

PNAS: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America

Type of publication:
Online full text?: Yes.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1993-current.
Description:

"PNAS is one of the world's most-cited multidisciplinary scientific serials. Since its establishment in 1914, it continues to publish cutting-edge research reports, commentaries, reviews, perspectives, colloquium papers, and actions of the Academy. Coverage in PNAS spans the biological, physical, and social sciences. PNAS is published weekly in print, and daily online in PNAS Early Edition. " Website

Popular Science

Type of publication:
Online full text?: Yes.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1970-current.
Description:

"Monthly magazine about current science and technology." Website

Science

Type of publication:
Online full text?: Yes.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1898-current.
Description:

"International weekly science journal, published by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). The world's leading journal of original scientific research, global news, and commentary." Website

Science News

Type of publication:
Online full text?: Yes.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1966-current.
Description:

"Science News is an award-winning weekly newsmagazine covering the most important research in all fields of science. Its 16 pages are packed with short, accurate articles that appeal to both general readers and scientists. Published since 1922, the magazine now reaches about 150,000 subscribers and more than 1 million readers." Website

Scientific American

Type of publication:
Online full text?: Yes.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: 1904-current.
Description:

"Scientific American, the oldest continuously published magazine in the U.S., has been bringing its readers unique insights about developments in science and technology for more than 150 years" Website

The Scientist

Type of publication:
Online full text?: Yes.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: -current.
Description:

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Technology Review

Type of publication:
Online full text?: Yes.
Millinet: Catalog record
Hard copies owned: -current.
Description:

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