Through training materials and guides, we aim to build skills and knowledge to enhance the quality of development research.

Our research tools include

Guide to research databases at IDRC: How to access and view research in the IDRC Digital Library and commercial research databases. (in Spanish)

Open access discount information: Information sheet on open access discounts from major English-language journal publishers. (in Spanish)

How to write a policy brief: This training tool provides practical advice on planning your policy brief, writing your content, and checking your work.

Scholarly resources for researchers: List of free or low-fee research resources for development researchers. (in Spanish)