Research Support

Need more expert help?  Visit the library to get in-person research assistance.  Subject librarians are available to help you to find information sources for class assignments, term papers and advanced research projects. 

Research consults are available at these locations. Library floor maps are linked to the location name.  The research consult desk on the 2nd floor of Shields Library is staffed by librarians who specialize in the arts & humanities, social sciences and government information.  Drop by, no appointment needed. Science and engineering librarians are available on the 3rd floor of Shields Library by appointment. You can also find physical sciences and engineering, health and medical librarians at their respective libraries.

Submit a quick question using our form. Questions will be acknowledged or answered within one working day.

Ask a question 24/7 through our chat research support service. Your question may be responded to by a librarian from another university, but a UC Davis librarian will follow up with additional information if needed.

Chat with a health sciences librarian during the day for assistance with biomedical, medical, public health or veterinary informational questions.

Get oriented to the library. Stop by to get directions, a quick book look up, and other general assistance from a friendly UC Davis student. Information desk students also make referrals to librarians for expert research assistance.  The Information Desk is located on the 1st floor of the Peter J. Shields Library.   Hours are Monday – Friday 9 am – 4 pm. The Information Desk may be reached at 530-752-9862.