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New collections at Penn Libraries

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The following items have been added to the Penn Libraries collections for your use.

Databases:

  • Gideon (Global Infectious Disease and Epidemiology Online Network)-“GIDEON is a one-stop resource for anyone with a professional interest in Infectious Diseases. It is ideally suited for saving time in Point-of-Care settings while empowering clinicians to consider all possible scenarios. Additionally, it is an excellent teaching tool for Biology, Microbiology, Public Health, and Medical students and Residents…The GIDEON application contains 4 modules, which are continually updated: Explore, Lab, Diagnose, and Quantify. Data sources include essentially the entire world’s literature and adhere to the standards of Evidence-Based Medicine. The database is updated every day by a team of highly regarded medical scientists.”-
  • Jove Unlimited-we now have access to all things JoVE!! This includes their entire suite of journals, Science Education modules, Lab manuals, JoVE Core textbooks, and the Encyclopedia of Experiments.

New Journals:

e-book collections

  • Elsevier subject frontfiles: Biochemistry,Genetics and Molecular Biology, Biomedical Science and Medicine, Clinical Medicine & Surgery, Immunology & Microbiology, Environmental Science
  • Springer Medicine 2021 frontfile
  • LWW Critical Care (32 titles)
  • LWW Pediatrics (14 titles)
  • Edward Elgar subject packages: Environmental Handbooks, Environmental Politics, Sustainable Development Goals (Biddle) (372 titles)
  • CABI ebooks- Veterinary medicine and environmental/climate change selected titles
  • Oxford Scholarship Online-Clinical Medicine
  • Oxford Scholarship Online-Environmental Science
  • Oxford Scholarship Online-Earth Sciences and Geography
  • Cambridge Core-2021-2023 frontlist
  • American Nurses Association ebooks on OVID
  • World Scientific Encyclopedia of Climate Change
  • Handbook of Climate Change and Agroecosystems

If you have any questions, please reach me out at dmanuel@upenn.edu

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Manuel de la Cruz Gutiérrez, PhD, MLS
Director of Data & Innovation Services at the Biomedical Library

UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA LIBRARIES 

Philadelphia, PA – Lenapehoking
215-746-2459
@MDelaCG
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Publishing Resources from the Penn Libraries

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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:

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.

Penn Libraries Spring 2021 Newsletter

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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/

@MDelaCG
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iBiology Share Your Research Self-Paced Course

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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!

Perelman School of Medicine – NYAS Membership

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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.

iBiology Share Your Research Competiton 2021

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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: