Each month we provide an overview of University of Missouri authored articles in medicine and related fields as well as a featured article from a School of Medicine author with the highest journal impact factor.
The University of Missouri Libraries Depository (UMLD) is an off-campus storage facility, established in 1997, for important, but infrequently used, library materials. UMLD is designed to provide high-density storage in an excellent climate controlled environment, maintained at a constant 55°F and at a relative humidity near 40%. This controlled environment ensures that valuable, yet fragile, paper materials will be available for generations to come.
Currently UMLD is at capacity, housing over 1 million items. In addition, the Libraries rent space for around 400,000 additional materials, and there are approximately 600,000 items that need to be transferred from the campus libraries. In order to accommodate these materials, the UM Board of Curators approved an expansion of UMLD.
The conditions in UMLD, as it is currently configured, add an average of 125 years of functional life to the items in the collection. The improved conditions in the new module will push that to an average of 150 years. The expansion includes new receiving, processing and storage areas to support the additional collections. A hook up for an emergency generator will allow the Libraries to maintain the conditions inside the new module even during an extended power outage. Utilities updates also include significant upgrades to the technology infrastructure, which allow for connecting the local security system to the campus system, adding security cameras and installing WiFi.
The expansion of UMLD, will allow the libraries on campus to recover some much needed space that is currently used to house infrequently used materials. A space planning project is currently underway that will help to determine the best use of space in the Libraries. Users will continue to have access to these materials by requesting them through the library catalog or having materials scanned.
On March 12, the first fence was put up at UMLD, marking the beginning of construction. The project is scheduled for completion on February 1, 2021.
The Scholarly Publishing Information Hub is a new journal evaluation tool created with biomedical scientists in mind. This tool quickly evaluates journals and allows users to compare journals based on impact metrics, editorial policies, and general journal information. Users can search this tool with keywords, journal names, or by author. SPI-Hub is a great resource when preparing to publish a manuscript. For more information on publishing your research check out our library guide.
LitCovid is a curated literature hub for tracking up-to-date scientific information about the 2019 novel Coronavirus.
It is the most comprehensive resource on the subject, providing a central access to 3011 (and growing) research articles in PubMed. The aim is to provide timely insight from the scientific literature into the biology of the virus and the diagnosis and management of those who have been infected.
The articles are updated daily and are further categorized by different research topics and geographic locations for improved access.
The Information Services and Resources team at the Health Sciences Library created a COVID-19 research newsletter that includes relevant journal articles as they’re added to PubMed.
Need research help? You can ask a librarian for help using our chat service– almost 24 hours a day.
During the day you can chat with Mizzou librarians and library staff. At night, we offer access to a chat reference service called ChatStaff. They will be able to answer most research questions, except for some that are Mizzou-specific.
The buildings are closed, but the Mizzou Libraries are still here to help with all of your library needs. Not only do MU students have access to online resources, but librarians are available almost 24 hours a day to answer your questions by chat. To find out about everything the Mizzou Libraries can do to help you during this semester of online learning, subscribe to Stay Connected: The Mizzou Libraries Student Newsletter.
When you need or prefer to work remotely, there are many ways the Libraries can provide you with expert help and services. Always check the Libraries’ website for the latest information about our services.
Many publishers and content providers have opened some of their resources to assist universities with moving classes to online only. This includes access to e-textbooks, databases, articles/journals, and videos.
Below are some of the resources available. Please visit our guide to see the full list of resources available through complimentary access.
JSTOR: All journals in JSTOR are freely available through 30 June 2020
Ebsco ebooks: soon over 200,000 additional ebooks on the Ebsco platform will be temporarily added to our collection
Kanopy-free campus films: Collection of films freely available for streaming for the next 30 days (March 13th – April 12th 2020)
Teaching Online (Oxford): “Presents the fundamental principles of online pedagogy, guiding users through the “nuts and bolts” of designing, delivering, and evaluating online courses for the first time. It also includes a stand-alone course to support students in making the most of their online learning experience.” Available until 31 May 2020.
This guide will continually be updated. Ending dates are noted when specified by the providers.
Please visit our guide to see the full list of resources available through complimentary access.
