The State Library is pleased to announce new online resources providing free, trusted academic resources for South Carolinians.
These additions reflect the library's commitment to providing accessible tools to support learning, research, and discovery. These and all our online resources can be found on our Research & Resources page, and electronic database resources on the A-Z Database listing.
Science Online
Science Online is a database that provides material for learners from middle school through adults, offering eLearning modules, ethics in science and technology, videos and animations, interactive experiments, and suggested research ideas. Patrons must request the Discus login to access these online resources. To receive the Discus login information, contact the Discus office at (803) 545-0201 or discusoffice@statelibrary.sc.gov.
Today's Science
Today’s Science provides in-depth explanations of important advances in biology, chemistry, environmental science, space, physics, and technology, ranging from high school students to adult researchers. Patrons must request the Discus login to access these online resources. To receive the Discus login information, contact the Discus office at (803) 545-0201 or discusoffice@statelibrary.sc.gov.
PebbleGo Next Science
PebbleGo Next Science provides academic resources for students in grades 3-5 who are researching science careers or studying technology, earth, life, or physical sciences. To receive the Discus login information, contact the Discus office at (803) 545-0201 or discusoffice@statelibrary.sc.gov.
ProQuest Historical Newspapers
ProQuest Historical Newspapers is a collection of historical, state, local, and regional news from 1881 to the present. These collections span a variety of topics, from major issues and events to different levels of politics, offering valuable state and local news coverage trusted by researchers. Patrons must have a State Library card to access this resource.




