Science & Nature (see also Pets & Animals)
- AGRICOLA (AGRICultural OnLine Access) - AGRICOLA, created by the National Agricultural Library, is a comprehensive database of journal article and book citations covering all branches of agriculture.
- Asian Longhorned Beetle - It's threatening a wide variety of hardwood trees in North America. This comprehensive site has a broad base of information about this devastating pest. (UVM Entomology Research Laboratory)
- Astronomiae Historia - History of Astronomy
- Astronomy Picture of the Day - An outreach service provided through the NASA Web site, this page is maintained by Robert Nemiroff and Jerry Bonnell. Containing the largest collection of annotated astronomical images on the Internet, APOD daily offers a different space-related image or photograph with explanatory captions. Also found on this site is an image archive, index, dedicated search engine, calendar, glossary, and related astronomy education links.
- Astronomy resources on the Web - Sites from the amateur and professional astronomer recommended by ALA.
- Bio Netbook - Bio Netbook, created by the Institut Pasteur, is a directory of biology-related web pages. Through this site, one can search more than 5,000 biology web sites at one time, making it a virtual reference collection for the biological sciences.
- Botany Internet Resources - Putting names and faces to botany information with recommended links from ALA.
- ChemCenter - A service of the American Chemical Society
- CHEMINFO - Chemical information sources guide to Internet resources; compiled at Indiana University
- Community of Science, Inc.
- CSUBIOWEB - California State University Biological Sciences web server
- Dolan DNA Learning Center - Genes in Education
- Education Index: Astronomy Resources - The Education Index is searchable alphabetically by subject and subdivided by educational level. The resources for astronomy are well annotated with direct links to each resource. Subjects range from telescope making sites to a highly interactive tour of the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum.
- Element tables
- eNature.com
- Endangered Species Home Page
- EnviroLink: The Online Environmental Community - An environmental information clearinghouse
- Environmental Information Resources - Selected web resources compiled by the California Digital Library / Library of California
- Environmental Sites on the Internet - A comprehensive guide to environmental web sites worldwide, created at the Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden. The site is arranged by subject, with a searchable index
- Eric Weisstein's Treasure Troves of Science
- Green Links - A specialized gateway with browsable categories including marine biology, rainforests, tropical biology, databases, a world map of botany sites, software, and species names.
- High Energy Astrophysics Science Archive Research Center - Developed at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, this index is rich in astronomy resources for general audiences. Image and information links are provided for such broad topics as solar eclipse, Mars, comets and meteors, space exploration, and more. This site also provides access to astronomy magazines, hypermedia textbooks, Ask-A-High-Energy Astronomer service, image and video archives, software references, and other metasites.
- How Stuff Works!
- IDB: Internet Directory for Botany - An index to botanical information available on the Internet, arranged alphabetically and by subject
- Internet Directory for Botany - A searchable and browsable gateway, the Internet Directory for Botany provides more than 4,000 links to botanical information including university departments, societies, organizations, museums, checklists, threatened plants, gardening, biologists' addresses, economic botany, software, and images. Also included is an extensive, international listing of arboreta and gardens.
- INVASIVE Plants Database system
- Kimball's Biology Pages
- NASA Homepage
- National Center for Atmospheric Research
- National Earthquake Information Center
- National Geophysical Data Center
- National Library for the Environment - An excellent place to start searches for environmental information on the Internet
- The Nobel Foundation
- North American Butterfly Association
- Ornithological World Literature [OWL] - Hosted by Oxford University is "a compilation of citations and abstracts from the worldwide scientific literature that pertain to the science of ornithology. A major attraction is its coverage of the 'grey' literature, which are not abstracted by commercial databases such as Zoological Record or the Science Citation Index."
- PhysicsWeb: Global news and information - Created by the Institute of Physics Publishing. Especially useful is its extensive section on physics web resources.
- Plant Dictionary from Ohio State - Searchable database of 1,785 images & horticultural descriptions
- Science.gov - A gateway to authoritative selected science information provided by 10 U.S. Government agencies, including research and development results. Science.gov brings together, through one interface, reliable resources selected by the respective agencies as important science information. Science.gov is the official FirstGov for Science Cross-Agency Portal.
- SciQuest/SciCentral - A gateway to online science resources and breaking research news
- Scott's Botanical Links - This site compiles useful botany education resources, rated according to educational value, completeness, and scientific correctness. Including more than 3,000 links, this site features both searchable and browsable gateways. Categories include: databases, multimedia experiences, illustrations, systematics, and Web resources
- Sky Maps - Download one free Evening Sky Map of the current month (in pdf). Each two-page map contains a detailed sky map, a monthly sky calendar, and a descriptive list of the best objects to see with binoculars, a telescope, or the naked eye.
- The Space Place - NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory brings kids fun things to do and to make that illustrate rocketry, life in space, and astronomy. Goodies for teachers, too.
- Space Telescope Science Institute
- TIPTOP - The Internet Pilot to Physics
- US Geological Survey
- Vermont Earth Institute
- Vermont Natural Resources Council
- Views of the Solar System - Created by Calvin J. Hamilton of the Los Alamos National Laboratory, this site presents a multimedia look at the solar system and its exploration through photographs, scientific facts, text, graphics, and videos.
- WebElements - Periodic table on the web
- Wild Birds Unlimited
- World Conservation Monitoring Centre
- World Wildlife Fund
- Yahoo Directory: Astronomy - This online directory provides direct links to astronomy information through a system of categories such as "Light Pollution," "Software," "Conferences and Events," and "Telescopes." This directory is distinguishable from online search engine "hits" as the sites selected and organized under the categories are human mediated rather than machine generated. Additionally, this directory offers a "webliography" of additional annotated site listings. Searchable through its dedicated two-tiered search engine, the Yahoo astronomy directory also features real-time participation in online chat and live events as well as an "ask Y!" reference service.
Search Engines (see also Web Searching)
Web searching tools called search engines are designed to help you
find information on the Internet. Different search engines employ different
strategies to help you. When using a search engine, try to be as specific as
possible with your search terms. Many search engines exist, so we've put
together a list of some of the best ones that feature limited advertising.
Click on the links below to go directly to your search.
Senior Citizens (see also Retirement)
General Information
- Age of Reason - Over 5,000 links to sites of interest to persons over the age of 50.
- Grand Times - A weekly magazine published for active older adults, this site celebrates life's opportunities and examines life's challenges.
- The Senior Information Network - Information on topics form banking to travel aimed at older adults.
- SeniorMag
- SeniorNet
- Senior Times Online - This site is a clean, easy to read and informative online publication.
- ServiceLink The New Hampshire Network
- Third Age - This site has been rated the best site for information for senior citizens by Library Journal. It seeks to address the issues and concerns of people entering the new extended period of active adulthood which starts in the early 50's.
Organizations
- AARP Webplace - AARP is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping older Americans. This site includes information and research, volunteer and community programs, and member benefits information.
- Department of Veterans Affairs
- The Gerontological Society of America - This web site promotes the scientific study of aging.
- National Council of Senior Citizens - The Council devotes itself ti making life better for people of retirement age.
- National Council on the Aging - This site offers information on consumer news, health and public policy and advocacy.
Legal & Financial
- FirstGov for Seniors - Provides links to subjects of special interest to seniors, including travel & leisure, retirement planning, social security and Medicare.
- KELN: The Kansas Elder Law Network - This is the nation's most comprehensive website devoted to topics of interest to senior citizens and their advocates.
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys - An organization which assists lawyers and others who work with older clients and their families. The site provides a resource for information, education and networking.
- National Senior Citizens Law Center - This site is design to help older Americans of limited incomes live lives of dignity and freedom from poverty through legal work.
- The Retirement Zone - This site from Kiplinger Magazine, provides practical information and worksheets to plan for retirement.
- Social Security Administration Online - A comprehensive site maintained by the U.S. Social Security Administration. Contains benefit information, statistics, a guide for employers and a directory of local offices.
Health & Fitness
- Alzheimer's Association - This site is dedicated to research for the causes, cure, and prevention of Alzheimer's disease and to providing education and support services to patients, their families and caregivers.
- American Cancer Society - Includes general and professional cancer Information and information on the Society's programs and activities.
- American Diabetes Association - Provides general and professional information about diabetes and includes links to State affiliates. Includes sample recipes, and meal planning guidelines.
- American Lung Association - Provides programs of education, community service and advocacy.
- Apple - Special Needs
- Bureau of Elder & Adult Services - Maine
- Crisis, Grief and Healing - This site is a place men and women can visit to understand the many different means to healing strong emotions.
- Disability Information
- Drkoop.com
- Eldercare Web - Assists caregivers by providing links to information about healthcare, living arrangements, laws and legislation and finances for seniors.
- GeroWeb - This important resource contains information which will be useful to those interested in gerontology, services for the elderly, or the cancers of senior citizens in general.
- Growth House - Provides information and referral services to agencies working with death and dying. Includes topics such as pain management and bereavement.
- Health Insurance Counseling and Assistance Website
- Health Net - This is an interactive on-line medical information site committed to the health care concerns of senior citizens.
- HealthNow's Medicare Part B and DMERC A Divisions
- HOMECARE Online
- Hospice - This site offers help to enhance life for a dying person, listing more than 190 hospice facilities, and links to additional resources.
- Medicare
- Mental Health Mental Illness Healthy Aging NH Guide
- National Association on HIV Over 50
- National Center for Elder Abuse (NCEA) - The Center serves as a clearinghouse of information, training and technical assistance.
- The National Institute on Aging (NIA) - The NIA promotes healthy aging by conducting and supporting biomedical, social, and behavioral research and public education.
- Northeast Health Care Quality Foundation
- Nursing Home Compare
- Today's Caregiver - This a quarterly magazine created to help educate, inform and support those who care for older adults.
- U.S. Health Care Financing Agency - HCFA provides health insurance to over 74 million Americans through Medicare and Medicaid. The site includes news and information on both programs, as well as other health care issues.
- Vermont Department of Aging & Disabilities
- WidowNet - This site focuses on the concerns of widows and widowers. Chat areas are available.
Retirement, Living, Travel & Leisure
- Elderhostel - This is the website which offers information on educational adventures and travel.
- Elder Treks - The website of a leading provider of adventure travel for those age 50 and older.
- Genealogy Online - Provides links to genealogical collections, software as well as to other resources needed by genealogists, such as libraries, universities, historical societies and collections.
- Guide to Retirement Living Online - The site offers information about retirement housing and health care options.
- Microsoft Accessibility http://microsoft.com/enable
- National Senior Service Corps - A network of federally supported programs to help people age 55 and older find service opportunities in their home communities.
- RetireWeb - This is a site containing financial planning information for individuals to help them with all stages of retirement.
- Senior Corps
- Senior Sites - This is the most comprehensive web source of non-profit housing and services for seniors. Includes over 5,000 listed communities
- Web Wise Seniors