Overview
From 7 July 2025, EBSCOhost will launch a new user interface, impacting databases such as CINAHL Ultimate, Ageline, Business Source Ultimate, and more.
One of the key features is the new Dashboard, which replaces Folders and custom Folders.
If you have an EBSCO account, see Changes for EBSCOHost / CINAHL account holders.
EBSCO continues to enhance its platform, with ongoing improvements being rolled out regularly.
Benefits
We’re pleased to advise several features will be available in the new EBSCO user interface, including:
- Unlimited CINAHL user access: up from 12 user limits, supporting greater access.
- Combined title and abstract search: no need to search separately and combine on selection of databases. Enables more precise searching using recommended syntax for systematic searching.
- Natural language search functionality: in addition to existing keyword and subject heading search capabilities, you can now search using natural language queries. A useful starting point for search.
- Interface improvements: Modern look and accessibility improvements including enhanced textbook experience.
Support
- EBSCOhost has provided several resources about the new interface incl. Quick Start Guide and EBSCO video tutorials
- If you have questions about teaching impact, please contact the Education Engagement team at LibraryEducation.Engagement@flinders.edu.au.
- Students and Researchers having issues navigating the new interface are encouraged to attend a Library search support drop-in.