The general purpose of research is to help people learn more about their environment, solve problems, and improve decision making. The SLIC Research Database is a designated archive featuring studies from across the library and information sector. It includes research commissioned by the Scottish Library and Information Council (SLIC) as well as reports and research papers from reputable sources. The archive is not an exhaustive list but a curated selection focusing on support and developmental practices rather than academic research.
SLIC Commissioned Research
Research commissioned by SLIC on sectors including public libraries, school libraries, mobile libraries and more.
Public Libraries Research
Discover more about Public Libraries Research in the UK and internationally.
School Libraries Research
Links to research being conducted in the UK and abroad focusing on School Libraries.
Higher and Further Education
Learn more about Higher and Further Education Research being conducted in the UK and across the world.
More information on research being conducted on specialist libraries throughout the UK.
Wider Research
A selection of wider research being conducted throughout Britain and internationally.
Evidence-Led Libraries: Inspiring Innovation and Creating Communities
Scottish Library & Information Council
Annual General Meeting 2025
