Continuing to evolve: opportunities to share technology enhancements with health sciences library peers through the Virtual Projects Section
J Med Libr Assoc. 2023 Oct 2;111(4):829-830. doi: 10.5195/jmla.2023.1824.ABSTRACTBeginning in 2012, the Virtual Projects section of the Journal of the Medical Library Association has provided an opportunity for library leaders and technology experts to share with others how new technologies are being adopted by health sciences libraries. From educational purposes to online tools that enhance library services or access to resources, the Virtual Projects section brings technology use examples to the forefront. Virtual Projects highlighted in this year's section include new ways to use virtual reality for library instruction,...
Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA - November 6, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Emily J Hurst Source Type: research

Lost in translation: the history of the Ebers Papyrus and Dr. Carl H. von Klein
J Med Libr Assoc. 2023 Oct 2;111(4):844-851. doi: 10.5195/jmla.2023.1755.ABSTRACTWhile the Ebers Papyrus is understood to be one of the oldest and most complete contemporaneous perspectives on Ancient Egyptian healing practices, nothing has yet been said about the biography of its first English-language translator, Dr. Carl H. von Klein. A German immigrant and surgeon in the American Midwest, von Klein spent twenty-some years meticulously translating and annotating the Papyrus, but ultimately his manuscript was destroyed. In this paper, we examine the societal- and personal-scale forces that thwarted his efforts to transfo...
Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA - November 6, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Jane A Hartsock Colin M E Halverson Source Type: research

JUNTOS Radio: a podcast created in collaboration with Spanish-speaking healthcare providers, Juntos Center for Advancing Latino Health, and a medical librarian
J Med Libr Assoc. 2023 Oct 2;111(4):831-832. doi: 10.5195/jmla.2023.1653.ABSTRACTSpanish speaking healthcare providers, JUNTOS Center for Advancing Latino Health, and a medical librarian partnered to create a podcast on essential health topics relevant to the Latinx community. The podcasts were recorded in Spanish and included Spanish supplementary consumer health information from credible resources such as MedlinePlus en Espanol. The podcasts covered important topics about COVID-19 such as vaccines, clinical trials, and social distancing. It also includes other relevant topics that are affecting the Latinx community.PMID:...
Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA - November 6, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Brenda M Linares Mariana Ramirez Source Type: research

From Digital Commons to Alma/Primo: enhancing the dissemination of Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) projects
J Med Libr Assoc. 2023 Oct 2;111(4):835-836. doi: 10.5195/jmla.2023.1624.ABSTRACTThe Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project collection is a group of approximately 120 DNP projects archived between 2017 and 2022 in Health Sciences Research Commons (HSRC), the health sciences institutional repository (IR) for the George Washington University. Our project focused on expanding avenues for the dissemination of DNP projects beyond our Digital Commons IR by integrating this content into the library's instances of Ex Libris Alma and Primo VE. By utilizing the Ex Libris Repository type import profile rather than the OAI-PMH feed,...
Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA - November 6, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Sara Hoover Source Type: research

Introducing the < em > Journal of the Medical Library Association < /em > 's policy on the use of generative artificial intelligence in submissions
J Med Libr Assoc. 2023 Oct 2;111(4):747-749. doi: 10.5195/jmla.2023.1826.ABSTRACTWith the arrival of ChatGPT, the academic community has expressed concerns about how generative artificial intelligence will be used by students and researchers alike. After consulting policies from other journals and discussing among the editorial team, we have created a policy on the use of AI on submissions to JMLA. This editorial provides a brief background on these concerns and introduces our policy.PMID:37928115 | PMC:PMC10621693 | DOI:10.5195/jmla.2023.1826 (Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA)
Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA - November 6, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Jill T Boruff Michelle Kraft Alexander J Carroll Source Type: research

Providing health sciences education through virtual reality experiences
J Med Libr Assoc. 2023 Oct 2;111(4):833-834. doi: 10.5195/jmla.2023.1632.ABSTRACTIn 2020 - 2021 the Robert B. Greenblatt, M.D. Library at Augusta University implemented two projects leveraging virtual reality (VR) technology to provide immersive experiential learning opportunities for health sciences students. The projects shared some commonalities in spite of having differing objectives and desired outcomes. These common facets led to the success of both projects and will be helpful for other institutions considering implementing VR projects.PMID:37928116 | PMC:PMC10621681 | DOI:10.5195/jmla.2023.1632 (Source: Journal of ...
Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA - November 6, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Gail Kouame Jennifer Davis Lachelle Smith Source Type: research

Development and validation of a modified LibQUAL scale in health sciences libraries: application of Structural Equation Modeling
CONCLUSION: Evaluation of psychometric properties of the translated and locally modified LibQUAL in the Persian language indicated adequate reliability, factorial validity, and stability of this instrument for Iranian health sciences libraries.PMID:37928117 | PMC:PMC10621718 | DOI:10.5195/jmla.2023.1348 (Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA)
Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA - November 6, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Sirous Panahi Azam Bazrafshani Abbas Mirzaie Source Type: research

Resource Review: EndNote 21 desktop version
J Med Libr Assoc. 2023 Oct 2;111(4):852-853. doi: 10.5195/jmla.2023.1803.ABSTRACTEndNote 21 desktop version. Released May 2023. Clarivate, 1500 Spring Garden Street, Fourth Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19130; https://endnote.com/; 1-888-418-1937; onetime purchase full license, $274.95, discounts available, contact for institutional pricing. For a list of technical requirements, visit https://endnote.com/product-details/compatibility.PMID:37928118 | PMC:PMC10621723 | DOI:10.5195/jmla.2023.1803 (Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA)
Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA - November 6, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Terri Gotschall Source Type: research

LGBTQ+ health research guides: a multi-institutional analysis of usage patterns and user information needs
CONCLUSION: This study shows that people are accessing LGBTQ+ consumer health information through academic library research guides, with a preference for local information. Guide usage appears to be positively driven by outreach within one's institution and to the greater community. Locating external partners may increase guide impact and provide important links to local resources and services.PMID:37928119 | PMC:PMC10621682 | DOI:10.5195/jmla.2023.1661 (Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA)
Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA - November 6, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Gregg A Stevens Martin Morris Robin M N Parker Francisco J Fajardo Erica R Brody Katie McLean Source Type: research

Initial efforts to improve medical student information-seeking behavior with embedded library instruction
DISCUSSION: In the real-world application of back-to-back Georgetown University's Medical Center Grand Rounds exercises, librarian-led instruction on clinical-specific resources appears to be correlated with an improvement in medical students' searching behavior. This trend supports the argument that introducing students early to librarian-led education on clinical-specific resources, and providing feedback on their searches, improves students' information-seeking behavior.PMID:37928120 | PMC:PMC10621726 | DOI:10.5195/jmla.2023.1771 (Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA)
Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA - November 6, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Angela Barr Source Type: research

How do search systems impact systematic searching? A qualitative study
CONCLUSION: Interviews with systematic searchers suggest priorities for improving search systems, and barriers to improvement that must be overcome. Vendors must understand the unique requirements of systematic searching and recognize systematic searchers as a distinct group of users. Better interfaces and improved functionality will result in more efficient evidence synthesis.PMID:37928121 | PMC:PMC10621724 | DOI:10.5195/jmla.2023.1647 (Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA)
Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA - November 6, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Andy Hickner Source Type: research

Mapping the pathways to health sciences librarianship: reflections and future implications from an immersion session
CONCLUSION: Small group discussions in a conference immersion session showed the value of community building in a profession that has multiple pathways for entrance, highlighting the importance of unearthing hidden knowledge about avenues for exploring and enhancing career pathways. The article seeks to address barriers to entry into the profession and adds to the literature on strengthening the field of health sciences librarianship.PMID:37928122 | PMC:PMC10621722 | DOI:10.5195/jmla.2023.1645 (Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA)
Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA - November 6, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Gregory Laynor Natalie Tagge Juliana Magro Megan De Armond Ren ée A Rau Emily Vardell Source Type: research

Tertiary drug information sources for treatment and prevention of COVID-19
CONCLUSION: Scope and completeness results varied by resource, with moderate consistency of content among resources.PMID:37928123 | PMC:PMC10621729 | DOI:10.5195/jmla.2023.1662 (Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA)
Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA - November 6, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Robert D Beckett Yashawna Brattain Judy Truong Genevieve Engle Source Type: research

Facilitating rural access to quality health information through Little Free Libraries
DISCUSSION: LFLs have become an important resource for lower-income rural families in Okeechobee. There are 7 LFLs in Okeechobee County, with a goal of eventually establishing 15 total to provide vital health resources and books. Over 2,456 items have been circulated among the 7 LFLs since May 2020. Overall, the project has been successful with positive feedback received from the community and with OCPL planning to continue to expand the project.PMID:37928124 | PMC:PMC10621719 | DOI:10.5195/jmla.2023.1585 (Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA)
Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA - November 6, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Jane Morgan-Daniel Lauren E Adkins Margaret Ansell Susan Harnett Melissa L Rethlefsen Source Type: research

Recognizing the value of meta-research and making it easier to find
J Med Libr Assoc. 2023 Oct 2;111(4):839-843. doi: 10.5195/jmla.2023.1758.ABSTRACTMeta-research is a bourgeoning field studying topics with significant relevance to health sciences librarianship, such as research reproducibility, peer review, and open access. As a discipline that studies research itself and the practices of researchers, meta-research spans disciplines and encompasses a broad spectrum of topics and methods. The breadth of meta-research presents a significant challenge for identifying published meta-research studies. Introducing a subject heading for meta-research in the controlled vocabularies of literature ...
Source: Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA - November 6, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Elizabeth R Stevens Gregory Laynor Source Type: research