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Information-seeking behavior of basic science researchers: implications for library services.

Laura L Haines¹, Jeanene Light, Donna O'Malley

¹Dana Medical Library, University of Vermont, 81 Colchester Avenue, Burlington, VT 05405, USA. Laura.Haines@uvm.edu

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Area of Science:

Basic science research
Medical school research

Background:

Understanding information-seeking behaviors is crucial for developing effective library services.
Academic libraries aim to support researchers' information needs.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine the information-seeking behaviors of basic science researchers.
To inform the development of customized library services for this demographic.

Main Methods:

Qualitative study design.
Semi-structured interviews conducted with basic science researchers at a university medical school.

Main Results:

Researchers utilize a wide array of information resources, from general search engines to specialized databases.
Information seeking primarily involves basic keyword searches and simple interfaces.
Researchers engage in extensive collaboration with lab coworkers and external colleagues.
Traditional library services are underutilized, with many library functions performed internally.

Conclusions:

Basic science researchers perceive libraries positively but not as essential to their work.
Library resources need to be accessible through departmental websites for increased researcher adoption.
Building relationships with departmental administrative staff can enhance library service utilization.
Researchers desire centralized campus research information and shared resources, indicating a potential role for libraries in managing institutional repositories.