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What is Grey Literature?

What is Grey Literature?

  • Grey literature is evidence or literature that is not published in commercial publications or peer reviewed journals but contains valuable information that can help to support and enhance peer reviewed literature. Grey literature can come in the form of dissertations and theses, reports, presentations, conference papers or proceedings, and other information from organizations and foundations that may include data, statistics, and other background information. Grey literature is a valuable source of information as it can offer a more balanced picture of the evidence that is out there and relevant to your research topic. 

Where can I find it?