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Ebooks at UCSF
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UCSF Library provides access to a growing collection of over 100,000 ebooks in the health sciences and related subjects. To find the ebooks the UCSF Library subscribes to:
- Browse available ebook collections by platform
- Search for ebooks by title in our catalog
Most of the ebooks are licensed for UCSF users only. In order to access these ebooks, you must be on the UCSF network. Please check the directions for Off-Campus Access in the box below.
For more information about freely available options, please visit the open access database list.
Off-Campus Access
- UCSF Library HomepageAlways access resources by going to the UCSF Library homepage first or by bookmarking UCSF urls.
- Using EZproxyEZ Proxy is the preferred method for accessing UCSF resources off-campus.
What's DRM?
Digital Rights Management (DRM) is used by some publishers to control copyright. DRM can restrict the amount of material you print, download, or copy. It can also limit the amount of time you have access to online or downloaded content.
Two platforms the Library utilizes that apply DRM are EBSCOhost and Ebook Central. There may be additional steps you'll have to take to access content. Instructions are outlined on each of their platforms.
Not all publishers apply DRM to their content. Those who don't still expect users to comply with existing copyright terms and restrictions.
Appropriate Use of UCSF Licensed Resources
Use of ebooks is governed by copyright laws and license agreements.
- Copyright at UCSFMore information about copyright, publishing, and intellectual property.
- Appropriate Use of UCSF Licensed Electronic ResourcesAccess, use, and reproduction of the majority of electronic resources made available through the UCSF Library are governed by license agreements between the University and publishers. UCSF affiliates must make reasonable and good faith efforts to comply with these license agreements.