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Publishing Resources from the Penn Libraries

Posted on February 4, 2021
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Navigating the publishing world can be a daunting process for established and emerging scholars alike. Whether you’re preparing to publish a book or review, or working on journal articles or dissertations, Penn Libraries can help you make informed decisions about where and how to publish.

Services for Authors

The Libraries offers services for authors at every step of the publishing journey. Our team of subject specialists can offer customized recommendations in identifying, evaluating, and assessing the impact of journals and publishers across disciplines. Request a consultation or browse the Libraries’ online resources to start developing a publishing plan that suits your project and audience, choose the best journal or publisher for your work, and identify metrics and tools to measure the influence and scholarly impact of your publications.

The Libraries’ subject specialists, including a new dedicated copyright advisor, can also help you navigate the finer points of copyright, fair use, and open-access publishing. Learn how to retain your rights under copyright as you publish, increase the discoverability of your work, and use the Creative Commons licensing system to control the way you share your work. The Libraries also manages ScholarlyCommons, a freely-accessible repository for the scholarly output of researchers at the University of Pennsylvania.

Get in Touch

Ready to work with us? To learn more about the Libraries’ services for students and faculty:

  • Browse our online resources
  • Request a consultation
  • Connect directly with a subject librarian in your discipline

Spring 2021 Publishing Workshops

The Libraries is hosting a series of workshops this spring focused on various elements of the publishing process. From February to April, tune in to virtual sessions covering citation management, impact metrics, fair use, and more. Find the full suite of publishing workshops online and register to attend.

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Penn Libraries Spring 2021 Newsletter

Posted on January 27, 2021
by Rebecca Lopez
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Dear BGS Students:

At the start of a new semester in an academic year marked by change and uncertainty, the Penn Libraries continues to adapt to the “new normal” created by COVID-19, developing innovative ways to support and facilitate scholarship and research.

As your librarian, I can help you navigate Library resources to find exactly what you need, just email me at dmanuel@upenn.edu

Get an overview of resources available this spring on our blog and/or read on for some highlights.

Virtual Support

The Libraries provides services to support remote teaching, research, and learning. Find information on accessing digital content, collaborating with research partners, and directly consulting with librarians.

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Pickup@Penn

Penn faculty, students, and staff can request books for pickup on the ground floor of the Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Books by Mail

Books can be shipped to current Penn students, faculty, and staff within North America.

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Borrowing from Partner Libraries

The Penn Libraries can help you obtain print and electronic materials from our network of partner libraries through services including BorrowDirect, E-ZBorrow, and InterLibrary Loan.

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Request Digital Delivery

Request scans of book chapters and journal articles in the collections of the Penn Libraries—and select partner libraries—for your research.

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Seat Reservations

Starting February 1, all current students may reserve a seat to study in the Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center. This includes undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Patrons must comply with Penn’s COVID-19 testing protocols and show both a confirmed reservation and a PennOpen Green pass, valid for the day of their reservation, for entry.

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Latest Service Updates

The safety of our staff and our users is our top priority. The Libraries will continue to adapt services to address changing needs and circumstances throughout the school year, with guidance from the University and local and state officials. Check the yellow banner at the top of our homepage for links to the latest updates.

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Manuel de la Cruz Gutiérrez, PhD, MLS
Director of Data & Innovation Services at the Biomedical Library
Librarian for PSOM’s Biomedical Graduate Studies

UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA LIBRARIES 
215-746-2459
https://pennbiomedlibrary.blog/

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iBiology Share Your Research Self-Paced Course

Posted on January 27, 2021
by Rebecca Lopez
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Share Your Research Self-Paced Course

iBiology is now offering a free, self-paced version of their 5-week, “Share Your Research” course, which guides participants through the steps of creating and delivering a good research talk.

By the end of this course, you will have:

  • A detailed outline plan for your research talk.
  • Techniques and strategies for delivering an engaging and effective talk.
  • Approaches for finding and refining your preferred speaking style.
  • Strategies for practicing and receiving feedback on your talk.

Learn more and sign up here!

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Perelman School of Medicine – NYAS Membership

Posted on January 15, 2021
by Rebecca Lopez
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As members of the PSOM, BGS students are entitled to use this membership.  Please use the enrollment link to join.  

The benefits of Science Alliance Members include:

  • Discounts of 50% or more on registration for our scientific symposia, webinars, and public lectures annually
  • Effective career planning workshops that include skill-building, grant-writing, securing research funding, & communications
  • Online Courses enabling students to earn career-strengthening credentials in areas such as Teaching, Clinical Research Management, and more.
Announcements, Online Resources

iBiology Share Your Research Competiton 2021

Posted on January 6, 2021
by Rebecca Lopez
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Applications must be received by February 15, 2021 (11:59pm PT)
More Info and Application Details: https://www.ibiology.org/syr-competition/

This competition is a unique opportunity for early-career scientists to improve their communication skills, become part of the iBiology community, and showcase their work as part of the Share Your Research series!

Eight winners will receive virtual science communication training from iBiology’s team of expert science communication trainers.

Previous participants will be hosting Q&A sessions to tell you how this unique science communication training has helped them advance their respective careers:

  • Grad students and postdocs Q&A with Chrystelle Vilfranc & Abrar Choudhury, 2020 winners: Wednesday, Jan 20 at 3:30 PM PT 
    Register for the Grad Student and Postdoc Q&A
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Intersections Science Fellows Symposium

Posted on January 6, 2021
by Rebecca Lopez
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January 6-8, 2021
Registration is open and free to all.

More information available: https://www.intersectionssciencefellows.com/

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Drop in workshops now through Finals week: LIBRARY 101

Posted on December 8, 2020
by Rebecca Lopez
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The basic tools to getting books, articles, and other materials digitally or in print

Are you working on a paper and need to quickly get your hands on books, articles, or other media from the Penn Libraries? Discover the best way to request something for pick up at Van Pelt Library, or have it mailed directly to your door, or to receive a PDF scan of an article or book chapter. Library 101 will make it easy and has the answers for you.

Even if you only have 5 minutes, feel free to pop in with all your questions about Pickup@Penn, Books by Mail, Request Digital Delivery and getting things from other libraries via Borrow Direct, E-ZBorrow and Interlibrary Loan. Find out “How to Library”!

In the meantime, check out our Library 101 video tutorials.

Link to dates, times and registration

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Career Development Resources

Posted on September 28, 2020
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Penn Career Services subscribes to a wide variety of digital resources that students may access and offers appointments with career advisors through Handshake. These include the option for same-day, 15-minute appointments with a career adviser. New appointment times open up every day at 9:15 AM ET. To schedule an appointment, sign in to Handshake and click the “Career Center” tab near the top right corner.

Be sure to customize your email settings in Handshake to receive a weekly newsletter featuring jobs and resources tailored to you! Detailed instructions on how to do so are available here.

**SAVE THE DATE – this year Career Services will organize an inaugural virtual STEM Career Fair on Tuesday 20th October 2020, 12:00 – 5:00PM EST!

Student and Postdoc Registration Begins at 6PM EST on Wednesday 14th October


Office of Software Licensing – MATLAB Licenses

Matlab is free for all Penn students through the Office of Software Licensing. You should email licenses@upenn.edu your HostID, operating system, and computer user name. Instructions on how to find this information are available here.


Perelman School of Medicine – NYAS Membership

As a member of the PSOM, BGS students are entitled to use this membership.  Please use the enrollment link to join.


Penn Libraries – Media Support for a Remote Semester

This guide: https://guides.library.upenn.edu/Fall20mediasupport/home  has been created to help you find the media production resources and support you’ll need for working in the Fall 2020 remote learning environment at Penn Libraries and across campus. The guide will lead you to technology and people to support your research and learning needs. Stay up to date on Penn Library Virtual Services on the Virtual Support page.


Student Organizations

See a full list of BGS-specific organizations, university-wide student groups with active BGS members, and group-specific organizations for peer support, career and professional development, and/or community outreach and engagement.


Other Penn Resources

  • Graduate Student Center
    • Visit the Grad Center website and check out their extensive list of remote resources and activities. Make sure to sign up for their weekly newsletter to learn about upcoming programs and events!
  • Family Center at Penn
    • The Family Center provides a forum for student parents to connect and develop supportive networks, and offers a welcoming and family-friendly environment for Penn students, post-docs, caregivers, and children.
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PSPDG Science Communication Workshop Series 2020-2021

Posted on September 16, 2020
by Rebecca Lopez
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The Penn Science Policy & Diplomacy Group (PSPDG) is kicking off their Science Communication workshop for the new academic year 2020/2021!

The first workshop, “Scientific Storytelling” is September 30th! Details will be sent to all people who sign up for updates.

For additional updates, join the SciComm Workshop Slack!

More info can also be found on their website: https://pennsciencepolicy.squarespace.com/workshop-series.

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Perelman School of Medicine – NYAS Membership

Posted on August 10, 2020
by Rebecca Lopez
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Home | The New York Academy of Sciences

As a member of the PSOM, BGS students are entitled to use this membership.  Please use the enrollment link to join.  

The benefits of Science Alliance Members include:

  • Discounts of 50% or more on registration for our scientific symposia, webinars, and public lectures annually
  • Effective career planning workshops that include skill-building, grant-writing, securing research funding, & communications
  • Online Courses enabling students to earn career-strengthening credentials in areas such as Teaching, Clinical Research Management, and more.
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