Short Answer: No!

Most library databases also include articles from newspapers and magazines, which are not peer-reviewed.  Trade journals are also in our databases and many of these articles do not go through the peer-review process either.

Fortunately, you can limit your search results to peer-reviewed journals. (Warning: Sometimes a few articles might slip through that haven't been peer-reviewed such as letters to the editor or news articles.)

Check out the Peer Review Research Guide for more information. 

Searching Databases for Peer Reviewed Articles

Most of our article databases also provide the option of limiting to peer-reviewed journals. Look for options to filter your results such as Scholarly or Peer Review as you search the databases. 

       

Still not sure if your article is peer-reviewed?  Ask a Librarian!

Last Updated: Jan 09, 2025 Views: 22 FAQ Views