The Ruth Lilly Medical Library is seeking an energetic, innovative, and dynamic individual to coordinate the day to day operations and provide logistical support to the Nexus I, a collaborative learning space that also houses a 3D print lab, and the Nexus II, a technology-enabled special projects and library seminar room. In addition to 3D… Read more »
Noise: There were complaints about noise in the library. This is a perennial problem. Some complaints are about noise from two people or small groups talking. Others are about the noise when classes or exams let out in the library. We ask that you diplomatically ask your peers to be considerate and lower disruptive noise…. Read more »
Our overhead petal/fan/light diffuser survey ended September 30th. There were 107 votes: 77 votes to keep the petals. 30 votes to remove them. Pro comment reasons included: aesthetics, less glare, noise absorption, privacy, coziness, shade from heat, will look unfinished. Con reasons were: too much clutter, blocks too much light. One commenter said the first… Read more »
Come join our team! As the technical lead for current and future operational needs of the Ruth Lilly Medical Library, you will use your project management and web development/design skills to drive innovation and continuous improvement of Library and web-based services. As Library Website Developer, you will be responsible for developing, designing, implementing, monitoring, maintaining,… Read more »
The Ruth Lilly Medical Library will be closed Monday, September 2nd to observe the Labor Day holiday. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!
Recently, we received a chat reference question asking for recommended databases containing images of medical conditions. These three are available through our databases link: https://library.mednet.iu.edu/databases/ Bates Visual Guide to Examination – Now in its Fifth Edition and featuring completely reshot content and new clinical skills videos, Bates’ Visual Guide to Physical Examination delivers head-to-toe and… Read more »
Suggestion: 2nd floor water fountain only gives warm water. Thank you for letting us know. Campus Facility Services has been called to service the fountain. Kudos: Thank you for the Clorox wipes. Makes it so much easier to clean up after myself/others. Please keep them coming 🙂 Thank you for helping keep the library clean!… Read more »
Curious about how virtual reality is being used in health and medicine? Four Google Cardboard devices are available for circulation to students, staff, faculty, and residents at the Indiana University School of Medicine (IU School of Medicine). If you are at the Indianapolis campus, you may request the Google Cardboard at the Ruth Lilly Medical… Read more »