Louise M. Darling Biomedical Library Blog

“Who pays for Open Access?” is a key question faced by libraries and authors as interest to scholarly research increases. The Scholarly Publishing and Academic Coalition (SPARC) examines the issue of sustainability for current and prospective open-access publishers in a new guide. “Income models for Open Access: An overview of current practice,” invites community discussion on models described as well as contributions related to new and other models. For information on Open Access attend programs sponsored by the UCLA Library during Open Access Week - October 19-23, 2009. Stay tuned for information about the Open Access Week events and program on the Biomedical Library blog.

<submitted by Tania Bardyn>

Biomedical Library’s hours for Fall Quarter:

• Monday - Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 11 p.m.
• Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• Saturday, Closed
• Sunday, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Please note the following exceptions:

• Veterans Day, November 11, Closed
• Wednesday, November 25, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• Thanksgiving Day, November 26, Closed
• Friday, November 27, Closed

<submitted by Bob Freel>

The National Library of Medicine is pleased to announce a redesign of the PubMed interface. While retaining the robust functionality, the interface was simplified to make it easier to use. The changes are outlined in the September/October 2009 NLM Technical Bulletin. Please note that PubMed’s search processing has not changed. The preview version will enable users to try out the new interface and is expected to run for at least two weeks after which PubMed will exist in the redesigned version only.

Current UCLA students, faculty, and staff can meet with biomedical librarians for consultations on using PubMed and MeSH (MEdical Subject Headings). Consultations with librarians can be requested online or by filling out a consultation request form at the Public Service Desk. The National Library of Medicine also makes several online tutorials available.

<submitted by Cathy Brown>

WHO: Those who plan to file a thesis or dissertation during Fall Quarter are encouraged to attend.

WHEN:

Masters:

• October 1, Thursday 10:00 AM
• October 2, Friday 10:00 AM
• October 3, Saturday 10:00 AM

Doctoral:

• October 1, Thursday 11:00 AM
• October 2, Friday 11:00 AM
• October 3, Saturday 11:00 AM

WHERE: West Electronic Classroom, Room 23167 Young Research Library (Take elevator or stairs to second floor, turn left and go down the hall to West Electronic Classroom.)

TOPICS: Staff from the University Archives and the Graduate Division will present information on University regulations governing manuscript preparation and completion of degree requirements.

FILING DEADLINE FOR FALL 2009: November 30, 2009

<submitted by Paul Camp>

With the hurricane season upon us and continuing battles with wildfires, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) leads federal efforts to provide online health safety information for people in the path of a hurricane or wildfire.

For wildfire information, go to: http://sis.nlm.nih.gov/enviro/californiafires.html. Learn how to prepare and protect yourself from wildfires, and get information on how the smoke and particulate matter may affect your health.

And for up-to-date information on hurricanes, go to: http://sis.nlm.nih.gov/enviro/hurricane.html. Here, you can find information on everything from taking care of pets during a storm to food safety for consumers upon returning home after a hurricane.

A complete list of disaster health web link pages can be found at: http://sis.nlm.nih.gov/dimrc/subjectguides.html.

Additionally, the National Library of Medicine (NLM) has numerous Web sites that provide information for the general public, emergency planners, and public health professionals. NLM’s Web site, http://medlineplus.gov contain numbers Web pages with easy-to-understand information for the general public, available in English and Spanish.

• Hurricanes http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/hurricanes.html
• Floods http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/floods.html

• Disaster Preparation and Recovery http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/disasterpreparationandrecovery.html

En español

• Huracanes http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/spanish/hurricanes.html
• Inundaciones http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/spanish/floods.html

• Preparativos y recuperación ante un desastre http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/spanish/disasterpreparationandrecovery.html

<originally published on the National Library of Medicine’s Web Site>

Elsevier reports that all ScienceDirect links have been fixed and are working properly.

 <submitted by Paul Camp>

ScienceDirect is currently experiencing problems when connecting from UC-eLinks or catalog records. Users encounter this error: “Sorry, your request can’t be processed due to a system problem. Contact the Help Desk if the problem persists. [SD-008]”

Elsevier is working to fix this problem, and currently expect to have it fixed by tomorrow morning.

<originally posted to CDLALERT-L, the CDL Alert List by Alison Ray>

Responding to the recommendation of public advisors, the National Center for Biotechnology and Information (NCBI) recently introduced a system for rapid archiving of articles designed for immediate publication called Rapid Research Notes, RRN.  RRN was prompted by the need for immediate access to research information in spring 2009 surrounding the H1N1 outbreak.  Thus, the first articles to be included are from the PLoS Currents: Influenza collection. More information about RRN and guidelines for submission are available on the About RRN page.

 <submitted by Rikke Ogawa>

Dr. Francis Collins, the new director of NIH, made several appearances recently to discuss his priorities and perspectives. On Wednesday, Sept. 9th he met with medical research advocates on the NIH campus. On Friday the 11th, he appeared on NPR’s “Science Friday“. These appearances are available on-line. In addition, NIH has posted the minutes of the August 27th meeting of NIH institute and center directors, the first such meeting led by Dr. Collins. It contains a summary of Dr. Collins’ operating philosophy and the themes he hopes to stress during his tenure.

<submitted by Tania Bardyn>

The Biomedical Library’s hours through September 23, 2009 are:

• Monday - Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.
• Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• Closed Saturday
• Sunday, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

The Fall Quarter begins on Thursday, September 24 and ends on Friday, December 11. The Biomedical Library’s hours during the Fall Quarter will be:

• Monday - Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 11 p.m.
• Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• Closed Saturday
• Sunday, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Reference service is available Monday - Friday, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m at the Public Service Desk. Current UCLA students, faculty, and staff can meet with librarians for in-depth consultations and personalized instruction on research topics, database mechanics, useful resources, and other subjects. Consultations with librarians can be requested online or by filling out a consultation request form at the Public Service Desk.