Category Archives: Resources

Database Access Down

Posted on January 18, 2018 by ebrown

        Database access through the HS/HSL website is currently down.  Library IT have been notified and are working to resolve the issue.  You can still search databases, including MedLine and CINAHL, through the OneSearch box on the … Continue reading →

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New Resource: Thieme MedOne Neurosurgery

Posted on January 9, 2018 by ebrown

        A new resource from Thieme Publishers, MedOne Neurosurgery, is now available in the HS/HSL’s A-Z list of databases.  It contains: 186 e-books, 418 procedures, 225 cases, 85,600 images, 1,102 videos and the Greenberg Rapid Review (8th ed.) … Continue reading →

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HS/HSL Cancels Web of Science, Retains Scopus

Posted on December 18, 2017 by ebrown

Beginning January 2018, the HS/HSL will no longer license Web of Science, an abstract and citation database that includes Journal Citation Reports (JCR). A comparable database, Scopus, provides similar information to Web of Science. Continue reading →

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Announcing the UMB Entrepreneur Toolkit

Posted on November 1, 2017 by ebrown

The HS/HSL has put together a toolkit of information for entrepreneurs and innovators on campus interested in learning more about intellectual property, starting their own company, innovating, and other related topics.  Continue reading →

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The HS/HSL Partners with TMLL for Access to POLITICO Pro

Posted on October 25, 2017 by HS/HSL

In collaboration with the Thurgood Marshall Law Library, the HS/HSL has extended access to POLITICO Pro to the entire campus. This two-year pilot offers granular reporting and analysis across 16 policy coverage areas along with tools, trackers, and data to … Continue reading →

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HS/HSL Supports Children’s Dental Health Month

Posted on January 26, 2017 by ebrown

February marks the celebration of a month long focus on Children’s Dental Health, while the month of March focuses on celebrating reading. Why not celebrate both at the same time! It is a perfect opportunity to use a new list … Continue reading →

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You Can Borrow Items From All 16 USMAI Libraries

Posted on November 2, 2016 by ebrown

UMB faculty, students and staff can order books and other materials from all of the 16 University System of Maryland (and Affiliated Institutions) libraries.  To search for them, go to the library catalog and choose “all campuses.”  This will allow you to … Continue reading →

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New Camera at Presentation Studio Allows Direct Upload to Blackboard

Posted on October 18, 2016 by ebrown

Try out the *new Canon video camera that records directly to SD cards in MP4 format so that you can upload your recording directly to Blackboard. The Presentation Practice Studio provides University of Maryland, Baltimore students, faculty, and staff with the space … Continue reading →

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HS/HSL Journal Cancellations Effective January 1, 2017

Posted on October 11, 2016 by HS/HSL

Increases in journal prices combined with a flat resources budget have resulted in journal cancellations. Beginning January 1, 2017 the UMB Community will lose access to over 2,000 journals.

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Privacy Tips for Using Public Computers and Wireless Networks

Posted on October 4, 2016 by ebrown

Public computers in libraries and other locations are convenient and can be great resources for many Internet users; however, it’s important to remember good online safety habits when using these devices. The first step is to STOP. THINK. CONNECT.: take security precautions, think about the consequences of your online actions and enjoy the conveniences of technology with more peace of mind. Continue reading →

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