Inspec: A scientific and technical database

Whether you’re looking for inspiration for your next research project or compiling a comprehensive literature review of your chosen field, your journey starts with Inspec, the definitive engineering and physics research database.

What is Inspec?

Celebrating 50 years of Inspec

IET Inspec is one of the most definitive databases for subject-specific and interdisciplinary research in the fields of engineering, physics and computer science. It contains over 18 million records of research literature, and for 50 years it’s been an essential discovery tool to numerous prestigious institutions around the world.

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Why choose Inspec?

Find out what makes Inspec the definitive research database for the world's top universities.

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Inspec Analytics

A powerful new research intelligence tool for engineering professionals, librarians, faculty and researchers to explore the connected networks of scientific research, and identify global trends and patterns.

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