Research Support
The University Libraries provides access to a multitude of tools and resources to assist you with your research. From curated guides to access to hundreds of databases, the University Libraries hopes to provide you with the necessary tools and support to succeed.
Tools & Guides
Learn more about the research tools offered, like Research Guides, the Classic Catalog, and other search options.
Expert Assistance
Subject Librarians | University Libraries has expert librarians dedicated to every discipline at Washington University. We can help faculty, staff, and students find the resources they need to further their academic success and provide excellent research support.
Instruction & Classroom Support | Learn more about the Instruction and Information Literacy Program, including how you can partner with the libraries for assistance with information literacy instruction, research support for students, and more.
Data Services | The Data services team supports research data management, data curation, data literacy, data wrangling, data visualization, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Special Collections Research & Access | Guidance for how to explore and access our unique and rare special collections and primary resources.
Copyright | Scholarly Communication and Digital Publishing Services helps Washington University faculty, students, and staff with copyright issues that connect to research, teaching, and library services.
Support for Our Communities
Services for Students
Learn more about the Libraries services available for students, including connections to our collections, remote resources, library spaces, expert assistance, research support, and more.
Services for Faculty
The Libraries offer numerous services to support faculty research and instruction. Learn more about the numerous resources available.
Services for Staff
Our array of collections, services, and resources are available to all staff with a WashU ID.
Services for Visitors & Alumni
There are many ways that the University Libraries provides access and support to visitors and alumni. Learn more about ways visitors can take advantage of the collections and services at the Libraries.