You can access a range of sources about human anatomy and physiology like books, videos, images, and interactive web tools on this guide. If you don't know where to start, try searching the recommended databases with keywords like bones, cells, cytology, circulation system, digestive system, endocrine system, joints, muscles, nervous system, organs, physiology, skeletal system, tissue, and urinary system.
Books are available in print and digital format through a number of databases. You can find book titles by searching the library catalog below:
Images, illustrations, and diagrams related to human anatomy and physiology can be found online through Openverse. Some library databases contain images too. Use our Finding Images Guide for an overview of general sources, copyright considerations, and citing practices.
These selected websites have 3D images of the human skeletal system. Read the descriptions to learn how the can support your work:
Search Britannica Online to define those tricky terms and explore these selected databases for additional collections:
Many library databases contain videos like documentary films, news reels, archival videos, etc. If you're searching for videos or films about human anatomy or physiology topics, try exploring these Sheridan Library collections:
Short videos from Credo Reference's Understanding the Human Body visual guide are available through Sheridan Library, but select segments are linked below.
