3D Printing at the HS/HSL Solves Your Holiday Gift Challenges

Posted on November 16, 2016 by ebrown

Did you know that you can 3D print unique holiday ornaments and other gift items at the HS/HSL Innovation Space? The best way to learn about 3D printing is to actually use 3D printing. Have fun and solve your holiday gift problems at the same time!

Take a look at some of our picks for a variety of gift and ornament ideas. There are also many websites where you can find other 3D models.

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1. Pick a 3D model to print for a holiday ornament or gift.

2. 3D print the ornament at the HS/HSL Innovation Space!*
(You can make a reservation online.)

3. Remember to enter a drawing for the prize, a $50 gift card for Shapeways.**

4. Learn about 3D printing and have fun at the same time!

Visit the HS/HSL Innovation Space for more information.

 

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* Please note that standard charges for 3D printing do apply.
The colors available for printing are red, green, white, blue, orange, and black.

** Any UMB student, faculty, and staff who uses the Innovation Space between now and the end of this year is eligible to enter a drawing  for a $50 Shapeways gift certificate. The winner of the drawing will be announced in January 2017.

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You Can Borrow Items From All 16 USMAI Libraries

Posted on November 2, 2016 by ebrown

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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 browse the collections of the 16 libraries.  Once you find an item of interest, request the book and select “Health Sciences” to deliver it to.  You will get an email when the item arrives a few days later.  Questions? Contact Information Services at 410-706-7996 or hshsl@umaryland.edu.

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Virtual Reality Headsets in the Innovation Space!

Posted on October 26, 2016 by HS/HSL

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Our Innovation Space just launched a fleet of Google Cardboard virtual reality headsets!

Google Cardboard is a low-cost virtual reality platform by Google that consists of a fold-out cardboard viewer and a number of smartphone apps. The viewer is used by placing a smartphone with a Google Cardboard app into the back of it and viewing through the lenses in the front.

There are a number of Google Cardboard viewers in the HS/HSL Innovation Space that are available on a first-come-first-serve basis for use in the library.

Once you install the official Google Cardboard app for Android or for iOS, you’re ready to step into virtual reality! See our Google Cardboard usage guide for more details.

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Open Access Week 2016

Posted on October 21, 2016 by HS/HSL

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International Open Access Week is October 24-30.

“Open Access” is about the free availability of journal articles on the public internet, allowing anyone to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of these articles and related data sets without financial, legal, or technical barriers other than those related to gaining access to the internet itself.

Many Open Access advocates support this unrestricted access because they believe the results of tax-payer funded research should be shared; since citizens have paid for this research, they should be able to access it at no additional charge. Many Open Access advocates also support unrestricted access because they believe knowledge itself is a public good.

Open Access Week events and resources at HS/HSL include:

  • Using GitHub.com workshop, October 25, 12-1p, Room LL03
    (See this recent Nature article about open science on GitHub)
  • Technology Brown Bag on Data Sharing Tools, October 27, 12-12:45p, Room LL05
  • NIH BD2K webinar, “Data Representation Overview”, October 28, 12-1p, Distance Ed Room

In addition to the events listed above, the following HS/HSL resources support Open Access:

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NLM Resources: Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Posted on October 18, 2016 by ebrown

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Domestic violence is a form of abuse that often involves a spouse or partner, but it can also be directed towards a child, older adult, or other family member. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and the National Library of Medicine has domestic violence prevention resources available for the general public and special populations, such as older adults, children/teens, non-English speakers, and individuals who are HIV positive:

  • General Public: MedlinePlus has a Health Topics page on Domestic Violence, including links to prevention and safety planning information, how to find an expert, and information for children and teens.
  • Older Adults: Find a summary about elder abuse and links to prevention and reporting resources on MedlinePlus.
  • Children/Teens: MedlinePlus has Health Topics pages on Child Abuse, Child Sexual Abuse, and Teen Violence, with links to resources for prevention and reporting abuse.
  • Multilingual Resources: Resources in document, video, and audio format, in multiple languages, are available on HealthReach under the topic of domestic violence.
  • Individuals with HIV/AIDS: AIDSource includes a list of domestic violence prevention resources targeted towards individuals with HIV/AIDS.
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New Camera at Presentation Studio Allows Direct Upload to Blackboard

Posted on October 18, 2016 by ebrown

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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 and technology resources to practice, record, and develop presentations as well as to refine public speaking skills. Read about the studio’s equipment and software and guidelines for use on the studio’s webpage.

The studio has the technology and our staff have the know-how to help you practice and deliver the best presentation possible. You also can record and edit your own videos or audio recordings with professional tools, such as Adobe Suite and Sony Suite.

Services for audio and video recording and editing, instructional technology-related assistance, and onsite IT support are available. Fees may apply.

*The new technology was made possible by the generosity of donors through the UMB Foundation. If you would like to support projects such as these, please visit GiveCorps or contact us at (410) 706-7545.

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Reserve a Study Room, HS/HSL 2nd & 3rd Floors

Posted on October 14, 2016 by ebrown

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Reserve a Study Room

Three study rooms on the HS/HSL’s second floor and ten on the third floor may be reserved for group study.

Priority is given to UM faculty, staff and students.

Each room has a table and chair, white board, wireless and plug-in internet connection, and electrical outlets. Additionally, most study rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floor are equipped with LCD panels to facilitate collaborative study.

White board markers are available at the Information Services Desk.

Feel free to bring in snacks and drinks while you’re studying.

Guidelines:

  • Study rooms are meant for groups of two or more.
  • Rooms may be reserved up to three hours a day. Hours do not need to be consecutive.
  • You may reserve rooms up to three weeks in advance.
  • Study rooms must be reserved at least one hour before use.
  • Rooms are self-monitoring. If someone is in a room that you have reserved, kindly ask them to leave or go to the Information Services Desk and ask for assistance.
  • UM faculty, staff & students may reserve rooms using their University of Maryland email address.

Click here to make a reservation.
Questions? Please call the Information Services Desk at 410-706-7995.

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HS/HSL Journal Cancellations Effective January 1, 2017

Posted on October 11, 2016 by HS/HSL

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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

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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.

PERSONAL INFORMATION IS LIKE MONEY. VALUE IT. PROTECT IT.

 Remember me not: Make sure the “remember me” function is not enabled when you are using a public computer.

Delete your browsing history: Simply use the browser tools available to delete your cookies and history when you are finished using a public computer.

Log out: Anyone can access public computers, and you wouldn’t want just anyone to have access to your personal information and accounts. Close all browser tabs and log out of your accounts when you are done using a public device.

CONNECT WITH CARE

 Use secure websites: When entering personal information online, check to be sure the site is security enabled. Look for web addresses with “https://” or “shttp://,” which means they take extra measures to help secure your information. “Http://” is not secure.

Get savvy about public Wi-Fi: Public computers are not secure, meaning that anyone could potentially see what you do while you’re connected to the network. Limit the type of business you conduct.

Created by the National Cyber Security Alliance.

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Confronting Violence: Improving Women’s Lives Exhibition now at the HS/HSL’s Weiss Gallery

Posted on October 4, 2016 by ebrown

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Activists and reformers in the United States have long recognized the harm of domestic violence and sought to improve the lives of women who were battered. During the late 20th century, nurses took up the call. With passion and persistence, they worked to reform a medical profession that largely dismissed or completely failed to acknowledge violence against women as a serious health issue. Beginning in the late 1970s, nurses were in the vanguard as they pushed the larger medical community to identify victims, adequately respond to their needs, and work towards the prevention of domestic violence.This exhibition explores images, manuscripts and records that tell the stories of the nurses who witnessed the effects of domestic violence and campaigned for change. Confronting  Violence: Improving Women’s Lives will be on display at the HS/HSL’s Weiss Gallery now through November 5th, 2016.

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