About ShodhSarthi: DULS Research Support Services
In alignment with the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and with a commitment to strengthening the research, innovation, education, and learning ecosystem of the University of Delhi, the Delhi University Library System (DULS) has launched a pioneering initiative — ShodhSarthi: DULS Research Support Services. ShodhSarthi is designed as a comprehensive platform to empower scholars, faculty, and students by providing structured guidance, resources, and training across the entire research lifecycle. It seeks to bridge gaps in research skills, foster innovation, and enhance the quality of academic output by offering a suite of specialized services.
Our Services
Research Consultancy
One-on-one and Group Consultancy from our expert Research Librarians to help you with your research-related questions, such as literature searching, literature reviews, reference management, plagiarism, research methodology, access to databases, citation styles, open access publishing, research data management, and etc.
Web Guides
Get help navigating through the very extensive web guides on various research-related topics. Web Guides covers four major dimensions of research, viz. Research Methodology, Scholarly Publishing, Research Impact Measurement, and Research Data Management and Analysis. Each dimension is further divided into 5–6 themes, and each theme covers 5–6 research topics, comprehensively addressing approximately 80 research skills enhancement topics. These guides offer curated resources, tutorials, and best practices on research skills, providing comprehensive coverage of essential competencies.
Research Infrastructure
Navigate through the research infrastructure tailored for the scholars of the University of Delhi, facilitated by DULS. Get help with research floor access, research cubicle distribution, and research tools subscribed by the University of Delhi.
Workshops & Training
Updates on various Workshops and Training programs organized by DULS for the research skill enhancement of the scholars of the University of Delhi.
Upcoming Workshops
- September 12
Introduction to Zotero
Learn how to collect, organize, and cite sources using this free citation management tool.
Location: Computer Lab, Central Library | Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
- September 15
Advanced Database Searching
Master advanced search techniques to find precisely the research you need.
Location: Computer Lab, Central Library | Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- September 20
Data Visualization Basics
Learn principles and tools to create effective visualizations for your research data.
Location: Computer Lab, Central Library | Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Contact Us
Email Us
rss@duls.du.ac.in
Response within 24 hours
Call Us
+91 7903791099
Mon-Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
