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Bulletin of the Medical Library Association
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Academic health sciences libraries can enhance support for molecular biology researchers by offering specialized bioinformatics services. A proactive program including consultation, education, and resource development meets diverse research needs.

Area of Science:

  • Molecular Biology
  • Bioinformatics
  • Health Sciences Librarianship

Background:

  • Traditional academic health sciences libraries offer limited support for molecular biology researchers.
  • The University of Washington Health Sciences Libraries have provided specialized services since 1995.
  • A Ph.D. biologist was recruited to assess and address researcher information needs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the molecular biology information needs of researchers.
  • To design strategies for enhancing library resources and services.
  • To develop a specialized program to support molecular biology research.

Main Methods:

  • Recruited a Ph.D. biologist to assess researcher needs.
  • Conducted a survey of laboratory research groups.

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  • Developed a three-pronged program: consultation, education, and resource development.

    • Main Results:

    • Established bioinformatics consultation services.
    • Developed library-based and graduate-level courses.
    • Created a biological research website and networked sequence analysis tools.
    • Attracted diverse clients, including clinical researchers, to bioinformatics services.

    Conclusions:

    • Researchers require dedicated support for accessing molecular biology and genetics resources.
    • Centralizing bioinformatics services within libraries offers a synergistic approach.
    • Successful library-based bioinformatics programs necessitate both subject expertise and information technology skills.