What is The Knowledge Network?
The Knowledge Network is the national digital library and knowledge service for health and social care in Scotland.
We offer access to journals, print and online book collections, databases, evidence summaries, medicines information, and many other resources to support health and social care practice across Scotland.
Where do I start?
The key to getting access is an NHS Scotland OpenAthens account which is free to anyone involved in the delivery of publicly funded health or social care.
Register below or find out more at OpenAthens account | Help and training
Accessing library resources
Unlock a wealth of library resources by registering for your very own NHS Scotland OpenAthens account today!
Register for OpenAthens
Library search
Use our Library Search to discover books, journals and articles in health and social care.
How to search the library
Learn how to streamline your search and find the information you need in our Library Search.
Evidence summaries
Explore the evidence summary resources available to you and learn how to use them.
Library resources
See the full range of resources and services you have access to.
Training opportunities
Trainer led and self-directed help and training from NES and NHS Scotland library services.
Some resources require extra steps to set up:
- Leadership and management resources: How to register with Mindtools
- Environmental, health and safety resources and standards: How to register with Barbour
- Easier access to eJournals and eBooks: How to set up LibKey Nomad
- Quicker access to journal articles in our subscriptions: How to personalise Google Scholar
- Find out more about us and promote our services: About The Knowledge Network
Feeling lost?
If you have read through all our content and FAQs and still need help get in touch with our support team.
Contact us