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Mathematical, Information, and Computer Sciences Research: Reference Sources

Credo Reference: Mathematics & Statistics

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Credo Reference helps you start your mathematics research with dictionaries of terminology, overviews and histories of core ideas in mathematics, and profiles of key mathematicians.

Why Use Reference Books?

Reference sources provide background information, an overview of a topic, specialized vocabulary and terminology, and critical concepts.  They're often a great starting point.  The Library has reference materials both online and in print.

Want more information? Contact a librarian via:

  • Chat (using chat box on the Library's homepage)
  • Text (619) 592-8884
  • Phone (619) 849-2337
  • Email (RefLib@Pointloma.edu)
  • In Person (Come by the Reference/Information Desk on the Main Level of Ryan Library)

Examples of Reference Sources on Mathematical, Information, and Computer Sciences

Ryan Library has many subject encyclopedias and dictionaries in the area of Mathematical, Information, and Computer Sciences. Here are just a few examples: