Ever wondered why a literature review should be conducted before beginning a research project? Preparing a literature review is a cyclical process. You may find that the research question you begin with evolves as you learn more about the topic. In this session, you will learn what a literature review is, why it’s important to conduct one before beginning any research, step by step process of a literature review, as well as tools and resources that will make your literature review journey easier. I will go step by step in the process with a literature review I conducted on PFAS and Illegal Dumpsites.

This presentation was delivered as part of the Tribal Lands and Environment Forum in August 2022.