Digital options are boosting space creativity and flexibility, reveals ProQuest survey - August 2, 2017
As libraries increasingly function as 'community hubs,' public librarians are prioritising space reclamation to create collaborative spaces, maker/hacker spaces and meeting rooms. This is according to a new ProQuest survey of public librarians about their views, plans and strategies related to space reclamation. A topic… Read More
The State Library of Iowa partners with Credo to expand Iowans’ access to foundational research materials - August 2, 2017
Students and residents across Iowa will now enjoy increased access to foundational research materials as the State Library of Iowa and Credo Reference have partnered on a state-wide agreement that will bring Credo's flagship exploratory research platform to public and academic libraries. At a time… Read More
The National Library of Medicine names Jerry Sheehan as new NLM Deputy Director - August 2, 2017
The National Library of Medicine (NLM) has announced the appointment of Jerry Sheehan as the new NLM Deputy Director, effective July 31, 2017. The appointment was announced by Library Director Patricia Flatley Brennan, RN, PhD. The world's largest biomedical library, NLM serves as a national and… Read More
ARL invites applications and nominations for participation in 2018–2019 ARL Leadership Fellows program - August 2, 2017
The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) is inviting applications and nominations for participation in the 2018–2019 ARL Leadership Fellows program, with a deadline of August 28, 2017. This executive leadership program facilitates the development of future senior-level leaders in large research libraries and archives. Since its… Read More
Society for Integrative Oncology gains access to UBM Medica’s oncology distribution channels - August 1, 2017
UBM Medica, a provider of educational resources to healthcare professionals, has announced a partnership with the Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO). Through this partnership, SIO will gain significant reach into the cancer-treating community through UBM Medica's oncology distribution channels – the ONCOLOGY journal and
FMC acquires Turner White Communications - August 1, 2017
Frontline Medical Communications (FMC) has announced the acquisition of all print and digital Turner White properties including the Journal of Clinical Outcomes Management® (JCOM®), Hospital Physician®, Hospital Physician® Board Review Manuals, interactive websites and mobile apps. Non-retail pharmaceutical spending in federal and non-federal hospitals, long-term… Read More
