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Getting Started: Chinese Academic Research

Essential databases for students conducting research in Chinese. Start here for Chinese-language journals, books, statistics, and news.

4 steps

1China Academic Journals (CNKI)

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2Duxiu (读秀)

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3Chinese Statistical Yearbooks Database

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4Caixin Global

Search Chinese Journals

CNKI is the largest Chinese academic database

💡 Pro tip: Switch series to access different subject areas

Database$500/yr value

China Academic Journals (CNKI)

Chinese & East Asian Studies

Full-text articles from Chinese humanities and social science journals. Most articles available from 1994, some as early as 1915. Covers medicine, literature, philosophy, politics, education, economics.

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Find Chinese Books

Most comprehensive Chinese book index

💡 Pro tip: Some full-text available — check each result

Database$500/yr value

Duxiu (读秀)

Chinese & East Asian Studies

Comprehensive index to Chinese books and articles from periodicals, newspapers, theses, and conference proceedings. Full text available for some items.

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Get Statistical Data

Official Chinese government statistics

💡 Pro tip: Use the data analysis tool for cross-year comparison

Database$500/yr value

Chinese Statistical Yearbooks Database

Chinese & East Asian Studies

Wide variety of economic, social and environmental statistical data for China. Includes data search, analysis tools, and yearbook navigation covering all aspects of Chinese society.

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Read Chinese Business News

China's leading independent financial media

💡 Pro tip: Click 中文 for the Chinese language version

Database$500/yr value

Caixin Global

Chinese & East Asian Studies

Financial and business news from China's leading independent media outlet. Complete access to paid content including CX Flash brief stories and weekly audio roundups.

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