Book Catalog
Use the Library Catalog to search for print resources, multimedia resources, and ebooks. The Library Catalog also provides location and availability details. Use quotation marks for "phrase searching"
Each item in the library's collection has its own catalog record, which shows its location and call number and also its status..
The subject headings are useful not only for finding other materials that are closely related to the one you're looking at, but also for suggesting additional search keywords.
If you find a really relevant book in the catalog, look at the subject terms to see if they use different words to describe your topic than you did. Try incorporating those new words in your searches to get a different angle on your research.
Biology Call Numbers
Books relating to Biology are located within the QH call number range and are located on the 6th floor.
QH BIOLOGY
359 - 425 Evolution
426 - 470 Genetics
471 - 489 Reproduction
501 - 539 Life
Other relevant areas include:
QK (Botany)
QL (Zoology)
QM (Human Anatomy)
QP (Physiology)
QR (Microbiology)
Open and Free (OER) Textbooks for Biology
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Anatomy and Physiology 2eThis comprehensive and peer-reviewed open educational resource introduces the structure and function of the human body through engaging, clearly written content and rich illustrations. Designed for the two-semester anatomy and physiology course sequence, it emphasizes critical thinking and real-world applications to support student learning and retention.
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MicrobiologyThis textbook was designed for a single-semester microbiology course for non-majors, covering key concepts such as microbial structure, genetics, metabolism, and the role of microbes in health and disease. It combines clear explanations, engaging visuals, and real-world applications to support student learning and scientific literacy.
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Biology 2eThis OER was designed to cover the scope and sequence requirements of a typical introductory two-semester biology course for science majors. The text provides comprehensive coverage of foundational research and core biology concepts through an evolutionary lens, including cell biology, genetics, and ecology.
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Concepts of BiologyThis textbook from OpenStax is designed for the typical introductory biology course for nonmajors, covering standard scope and sequence requirements. The text includes interesting applications and conveys the major themes of biology, with content that is meaningful and easy to understand. The book is designed to demonstrate biology concepts and to promote scientific literacy.
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Technical Writing and Simple Statistics: For Laboratory ClassesThis open-access textbook guides students through the essentials of technical writing and basic statistical analysis in laboratory settings. It covers topics such as graph formatting, report writing, and group collaboration, with practical examples tailored for engineering and industry-focused lab courses.
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Fundamentals of Cell BiologyThis textbook introduces students to the core principles of cell biology through a conceptual lens, emphasizing how scientists study cells and interpret experimental data. Designed for foundational courses, it features clear explanations, modern visuals, and interactive elements like YouTube links and pop-up definitions to enhance student engagement and understanding.
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General MicrobiologyThis is an open-access textbook that explores the foundational concepts of microbiology, focusing on bacteria, archaea, and acellular agents like viruses. Designed for undergraduate students, it combines clear explanations with engaging visuals and covers topics ranging from microbial structure and genetics to metabolism and pathogenicity.
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Introduction to GeneticsThis book from Thompson Rivers University focuses on transmission (classical) genetics, exploring the fundamental principles of heredity and how traits are passed from one generation to the next. It is designed to support introductory genetics courses with clear explanations and a structured approach to understanding genetic mechanisms.