Becker Blog

Scholarly Publishing

Preview the NIH Common Forms in SciENcv

In preparation for the upcoming change to the Common Forms, the NIH announced a Preview of NIH Common Forms for Biographical Sketch and Current and Pending (Other) Support. Preview versions of the forms are now available in SciENcv, a tool from the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI).  The preview forms cannot be used for  [Read more]

Announcements

Successful WashU Medicine Becker Library open house event

On October 28, the library opened its doors for a lively and engaging open house that brought together faculty, staff, and students from WashU and the medical campus. From 3 to 5 p.m., attendees explored the library’s newly refreshed spaces, rediscovered its wide range of resources and services, and connected with the librarians and staff  [Read more]

Archives and Rare Books

Index of Ten Thousand 19th and 20th Century Scientific Articles on Ear, Nose, and Throat Medicine Now Available

The Becker Archives is pleased to announce that an index of the Max A. Goldstein Collection of Scientific Articles on Otorhinolaryngology is now available on the Becker Archives Database.  This collection features more than ten thousand scientific articles on subjects related to the study and practice of ear, nose, and throat medicine. The articles were  [Read more]

Announcements

 New at the library: Check Out a Puzzle!

Becker Library now offers jigsaw puzzles for check out! Puzzles can be borrowed for 4 weeks and are located on the lower level across from the vending machines. Puzzles are a fun way to keep your mind active, ease stress, and provide a mental break during busy days. Becker’s collection has a variety of themes  [Read more]

Mastering Information

The Native Health Database: A Unique Resource

Becker Medical Library offers access to The Native Health Database, a small and unique resource maintained by the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center. This specialty database provides bibliographic information and abstracts of health-related articles, reports, surveys, and other resource documents pertaining to the health and health care of American Indians,  [Read more]

Health and Science Communication

Tips and resources to help you shine in your next scientific presentation — Part 1: Planning

Presentations are a key component of academic life. The quality of your talk plays a critical role in how your message is received — but what makes a presentation good? While personal preferences vary and no single formula fits every scenario, the most impactful talks share a common trait: their visual elements are thoughtfully designed  [Read more]

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