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Health sciences libraries building survey, 1999-2009.

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Health sciences libraries are increasingly renovating spaces to support digital collections and community building, reflecting a shift from print-based resources to becoming central information hubs.

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Comparing Bibliometric Analysis Using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science Databases

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Published on: October 24, 2019

Area of Science:

Library and Information Science
Health Sciences Librarianship
Architectural Trends in Libraries

Background:

Health sciences libraries are adapting to evolving information landscapes.
The physical space of libraries is undergoing significant transformation.
There is a need to understand current trends in library construction and renovation.

Purpose of the Study:

To survey health sciences libraries regarding building projects.
To gather data on new construction, additions, remodeling, and renovations.
To identify emerging trends in library design and functionality.

Main Methods:

An online survey was distributed to health sciences libraries.
Announcements were posted on major professional email discussion lists (Medical Library Association, Association of Academic Health Sciences Libraries, MEDLIB-L).
Additional projects were identified through literature reviews, personal communications, and author's consulting experience.

Main Results:

Seventy-eight building projects were reported across seventy-three institutions.
Projects included new facilities (22), space expansions (2), renovations (45), and combined spaces (9).
Six institutions reported multiple or ongoing renovation projects within the last decade.

Conclusions:

Survey results indicate a shift from print to digital collections.
Libraries are redesigning spaces to foster community, collaboration, and concentration.
The role of the health sciences library is evolving into an institutional information nexus, beyond a physical location for print materials.