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Baltimore MD 21201-1512

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HSHSL Updates

Boost your research impact this summer!

Posted on June 20, 2023 by efgorman

Summer is a busy time for research activity, so the HSHSL is jumping in with a 5-day challenge designed to improve the reach of your scholarly work! Each day will involve a brief but meaningful activity, including:

  • Finding your Scopus author profile
  • Locating research impact metrics in Scopus and elsewhere
  • Learning about the responsible use of metrics
  • Finding ways to boost your impact

If you complete any of the activities and fill out our evaluation survey at the end of the challenge, you will be entered to win some library swag!

Sign up to receive daily challenges from July 10-14, 2023.

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Happy Juneteenth! HSHSL Closed Monday, June 19

Posted on June 15, 2023 by ebrown
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In honor of the Juneteenth holiday, the HSHSL will be closed Monday, June 19.

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HSHSL Open Access Publishing Fund to Continue in FY 24

Posted on June 1, 2023 by ebrown
Open Access Publishing Fund

For the past three years, the HSHSL has been able to reimburse early-career researchers for half of the publishing fees for articles accepted by entirely open access journals. The program has been very popular, with over 45 awards made.

Happily, funding has been secured to continue the program in FY 24, and applications will again be accepted beginning July 1, 2023. Awards are made to early-career researchers who are listed as the first author in the published article. Early career researchers are defined as students or faculty members with the rank of assistant professor or below. Applicants also agree to submit their article to the UMB Digital Archive.

As July 1 approaches, please visit the Publishing Fund webpage for more information and an application form.

 
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HSHSL Closed May 27 – 29

Posted on May 26, 2023 by ebrown
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The HSHSL will be closed Saturday, May 27th, through Monday, May 29th, for the Memorial Day holiday.

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Sherman Center Conference Room Open for Reservations

Posted on May 24, 2023 by ebrown

The Sherman Center for Health Care Innovation is a beautiful destination video conference room available to reserve on the HSHSL’s fourth floor. The comfortable modern space accommodates 10 around the conference table, with additional seating around the perimeter of the room. To request this or any of our other conference rooms, please read the Library’s policies and guidelines and fill out the request form here.

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Congratulations Class of 2023! Library Tips for New Grads

Posted on May 18, 2023 by ebrown
New Graduate

The HSHSL extends a hearty congratulations to the graduating class of 2023! Before you go forth and conquer, we want to remind you of the resources available to you after graduation.

  • Journals and Databases: Alumni can access HS/HSL’s electronic resources off campus for 2 months after graduation.
  • Free Databases: Once your electronic access expires, you will still have access to public databases for literature, drug information, and more. Some examples are highlighted below. Additionally, be sure to investigate what resources you have through your new workplace and any professional organizations of which you are a member.
Freely Available Databases Type of Information Can Be Used in Place of
PubMed Literature Embase, CINAHL, Scopus, Ovid MEDLINE, PsycInfo, etc.
Google Scholar Literature Embase, CINAHL, Scopus, Ovid MEDLINE, PsycInfo, etc.
NLM Drug Information Portal Drug Information Micromedex, Lexicomp, Natural Medicines
MedlinePlus Patient-Friendly Health Information Micromedex, Lexicomp, UpToDate, Natural Medicines
ECRI Guidelines Trust Clinical Practice Guidelines UpToDate
TRIP Database Literature Embase, CINAHL, Ovid MEDLINE
NCBI Databases Various – literature, chemical information, genetic/genomic information, etc. SciFinder, Embase, CINAHL, Scopus, Ovid MEDLINE, PsycInfo, etc.
Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) Literature Embase, CINAHL, Scopus, Ovid MEDLINE, PsycInfo, etc.

The HSHSL wishes you all the best in your future endeavors! Please contact the Information Services Desk if you have any questions.

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HSHSL Summer Hours Begin May 17

Posted on May 17, 2023 by ebrown
HSHSL Summer Hours

The Library’s summer hours are:

May 17 – August 20

Monday – Thursday 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday Closed

Exceptions to Regular Hours

Memorial Day Weekend May 27 – May 29 Closed
Juneteenth June 19 Closed
July 4th Weekend July 1, 2, and 4 Closed

* The Library will be open Monday, July 3, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. unless the Campus decides to close.

Contact us at 410-706-7995 or hshsl@umaryland.edu.

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The Book It Forward Children’s Book Drive Continues Until May 31

Posted on May 11, 2023 by ebrown
Book It Forward Children's Book Drive 2023
There is still time to donate!

We are especially in need of pre-K picture books. Books for babies and elementary school students are beneficial too, as many of our donation locations are day care centers.

You can find Book It Forward donation bins at the HSHSL, the SMC Campus Center, the School of Nursing, the Saratoga Building, and the BioPark. Thank you for your support!
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May Edition of Connective Issues Newsletter

Posted on May 10, 2023 by ebrown

In this edition:

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World of Color Exhibit Video

Posted on April 28, 2023 by ebrown
Enjoy a retrospective look a the March/April exhibition of artwork from the children of Mother Mary Lange Catholic School.

The World of Color art exhibit had a short but powerful stay at the Weise Gallery from March 10 – April 10. For those of you who may have missed it, watch our video retrospective and enjoy the fun!

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