Subject information cultural studies
Subject
Library catalogues: Karlsruher Virtueller Katalog (KVK), Deutsche Digitale Bibliothek/Archivportal Deutschland (DDB)
Journals: Electronic Journal Library (EZB)
Databases: Database Database Information System (DBIS)
Repositories: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)
Scientific information services: Scientific information services - Wikipedia
Research data: Consortia of the National Research Data Infrastructure (NFDII), European Open Science Cloud (EOSC)
General information on cultural studies
Faculty-specific resources Voice of the Shuttle, H-Net
Bibliographic services webis: Collection focuses at German libraries
Institutions German Encyclopedic Internet Service Terminal / GEIST, Humboldt-Universität Berlin: Kulturwissenschaftliches Seminar
Ethnology in der EZB (Electronic Journals Library)
EVIFA - The Virtual Library of the Ethnological Disciplines
Ethnologue Portal - Languages of the World
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Empirische Kulturwissenschaft
Responsible expert: Malgorzata Szajbel-Keck Phone: +49 335 5534 3214
Geography in der EZB (Electronic Journals Library)
Geo-Guide - Specialist catalogue of scientifically relevant Internet resources on the Earth and space system
German Geographical Society
Responsible expert: Malgorzata Szajbel-Keck Phone: +49 335 5534 3214
Archive Bibliographia Judaica - Deutschsprachiges Judentum Online A dedicated archive focusing on the documentation and study of German-speaking Judaism.
Archive "Deutsches Gedächtnis" Fernuniversität Hagen - The Archive "Deutsches Gedächtnis" preserves subjective historical accounts such as life history interviews, autobiographies, diaries, and collections of letters. These documents offer personal perspectives on socio-political events in Germany and German history. The collection includes contributions from both within Germany and abroad, with most materials written in German.
Brandenburg Main State Archive This official state archive is responsible for preserving key records from the administration of the federal state of Brandenburg. These include contracts, files, deeds, photographs, and maps — all of which are unique originals that collectively form the written cultural heritage of the region.
The archive’s remit extends beyond the current state of Brandenburg to include its historical predecessors, such as the Prussian Province of Brandenburg and the GDR districts of Potsdam, Frankfurt (Oder), and Cottbus. It also houses records from imperial and federal authorities with exclusive regional responsibility in Brandenburg.
Federal Archives Provides direct online access to the holdings of the Federal Archives, encompassing a wide array of historical materials from across Germany's governmental history.
Clio-Online Launched in 2001 as a DFG-funded initiative by researchers at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin in collaboration with libraries, archives, and non-university research institutions, Clio-Online was designed to centralize information services for the historical sciences.
Since 2007, the project has been managed by the association "Clio-online - Historisches Fachinformationssystem e.V.", supported by numerous research institutions and private individuals. Today, it functions as a portal and infrastructure hub for specialized historical information services, targeting academic historians and the general public alike.
German history in the 20th century: National Socialism, Holocaust, Resistance and Exile 1933 -1945 Available via VPN access, this resource offers a focused exploration of Germany’s turbulent mid-20th-century history.
Specialised information services for research: Specialised Information Services (Fachinformationsdienste) aim to provide scholars with rapid, digital, and discipline-specific access to literature and research materials. They complement the local offerings of universities and research institutions by tailoring resources to the needs of specific academic fields.
Source: Wikipedia, retrieved 25 April 2025
Notable services
Fachinformationsdienst Geschichtswissenschaft Covers the history of Western Europe from the early Middle Ages to the present, across all sub-disciplines and languages (Bavarian State Library).
Specialised Information Service Jewish Studies Offers dedicated resources for research in Jewish studies (Johann Christian Senckenberg University Library).
Specialised Information Service Eastern, Central Eastern and South Eastern Europe Provides materials focused on the history and cultures of these European regions (Bavarian State Library).
Jewish History Online A bilingual (German/English) platform enabling meta-searches across multiple digital projects in the field of Jewish history. It consolidates content from a variety of sources on a single interface, facilitating access to small databases and digital editions.
This portal not only enhances accessibility but also supports innovative research approaches through digital humanities and quantitative analysis methods.
Perspectivia.Net An international, interdisciplinary digital publication platform operated by the Max Weber Foundation - German Humanities Institutes Abroad It provides open-access publication of research outputs and data from the foundation’s institutes and partner organizations, promoting the shift toward open science in the humanities.
Regesta Imperii A comprehensive literature database on the Middle Ages, offering bibliographic references — including journal articles — covering European history from late antiquity through the early modern period.
Webis (collection centres at German libraries) - History Part of the Webis system (collection centres at German libraries), this resource provides centralized access to history-related databases and research collections.
Additional Resources
Explore the History subject databases available through the Database Information System (DBIS) for further archival and research tools.
Responsible subject librarian: Anja Waßmund, Main Building Room 258, Phone +49 335 5534 3297
Subject-specific internet resources
1) Introductory Resources and Link Collections
• Philosophy Study Guide
A comprehensive guide featuring approximately 200 short articles written by recognized university lecturers. Ideal for newcomers seeking a structured overview of key philosophical topics and thinkers.
2) Selected General Reference Sources
Lexicons and Encyclopedias
• Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy
An authoritative and continuously updated resource, in development since 1995. Maintained by experts and widely respected in academic circles.
• Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy (IEP)
A peer-reviewed online encyclopedia offering accessible articles on a wide range of philosophical topics and figures.
Organizations
• Forum for European Philosophy
A public philosophy organization promoting discussion and engagement with philosophical issues in a broader European context.
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Online Discussion Platforms
• Philosophy Forums
Thematically diverse and active forums, particularly in areas of practical philosophy, offering opportunities for debate and exchange of ideas with other enthusiasts and scholars.
Subject librarian: Hans-Jürgen Hertz-Eichenrode, Room HG 267, telephone 049 335 5534 3330
WISO - the online database for science and research
IREON - specialised portal for international relations and regional studies
osmikon. The research portal on Eastern, Central Eastern and South Eastern Europe
Libraries, books and reports - Directory of German-language catalogues and institutions
Responsible subject librarian: Malgorzata Szajbel-Keck Phone: +49 335 5534 3214
WISO - the online database for science and research
Sociology in der EZB (Electronic Journals Library)
The Socio Web. Independent Guide to Sociological Resources on the Internet
Responsible expert: Malgorzata Szajbel-Keck Phone: +49 335 5534 3214
Responsible subject librarian: Ilona Czechowska, Main Building Room 264, Phone 5534-3296