UCSB Office of Research

Research Programs & Opportunities

The Makerspace

The Makerspace is a free, interdisciplinary workspace that supports the creative prototyping endeavors of students, faculty, and staff. Our resources include 3d printers, a laser cutter, sewing machines, electronics, design software, and more. Visit our space to access innovative equipment and peer-to-peer expertise within the UCSB Library.

DREAM Lab

The DREAM Lab in the UCSB Library supports data-intensive research, experimentation, and learning with new technologies, and access to advanced computational methods for students, faculty, and staff across the campus. Data, research, exploration, accessibility, and methodological rigor are the foundations of everything the lab does. 

UCSB Teaching & Learning Librarians

Video tutorial collection with the following topics

  • Evaluating  Sources

  • The Research Process is Complex

  • How can I get help at the library?

  • Navigating the UCSB library homepage

  • How to retrieve full text of an article from UC Library Search

 

Writing & Research Tools Guide! Use this guide to:

  • Identify the complexities of the research process;

  • Apply strategies that will help you stay organized with your research; 

  • Distinguish tools to help you with notetaking and managing sources for your research; and

  • Access options to get research help at UCSB Library

 

UC Library Search Guide

This guide gives tips on how to use the UC Library Search system.