Art, Architecture, and Engineering Library
Research Support at AAEL
We offer specialized research and design support related to the study of art, architecture, and engineering, including tailored instruction and training, access to special collections and materials — including the Book Arts Studio and Materials Collection — and more.
Explore our guides by subject area
Find research information tailored to:
Access key databases and resources
Some of our popular databases are listed on the visit page. You can also browse using Library Search.
Get grant writing and research funding help
If you’re a researcher in the College of Engineering, we can support your search for research funding. Please see the Grant Writing Help in Engineering research guide for help finding funding agencies, creating your biosketch through SciENcv, and managing your citations.
College of Engineering researchers can also request feedback on their data management plans from the DMP Review Service.
Get help with trademarks and patents
The library is a designated Patent and Trademark Resource Center, which means we’re trained in accessing patent and trademark information that can help you understand and protect your intellectual property.