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Research advice for research on East, Central and Southeast European Studies

Do you want to be sure to find as many relevant titles as possible when searching for literature? Are you looking for digitised sources but don't know where to start?
The team at the Specialised Information Service for East, Central and Southeast European Studies can help you! We provide individual and personalised advice on all questions relating to literature research and specialist information in East European Studies.

We cover the following topics, among others:

• Making the most of advanced search options
• Scientific paper research
• Working with archival materials on microforms
• Research data
• Discovering and using databases with digital materials/digitised sources

Can't find your topic? No problem, just let us know how we can help you!

Our advisory team consists of experienced information specialists who themselves come from the academic world and have in-depth knowledge of East, Central and Southeast Europe. This enables us to support you in the best possible way.

Book an appointment and describe your question(s) as precisely as possible. We will get back to you as soon as possible with an confirmation.

We can advise you online or in person on the premises of the Bayerische Staatsbibliothek. A consultation appointment lasts approx. 30 minutes, or longer if required.

Please note that we cannot undertake comprehensive literature searches.

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