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How biomedical investigators use library books.

L M Raisig, M Smith, R Cuff

    Bulletin of the Medical Library Association
    |April 1, 1966
    PubMed
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    Biomedical researchers frequently found library books useful for obtaining needed information, primarily for research purposes. Most books used were recent publications, indicating the importance of up-to-date resources in scientific inquiry.

    Area of Science:

    • Library and Information Science
    • Medical Informatics
    • Biomedical Research

    Background:

    • Limited research exists on the usage patterns of biomedical books within research settings.
    • Understanding how researchers interact with library resources is crucial for effective collection development and service provision.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the utilization of library books by biomedical researchers.
    • To identify how biomedical investigators discover, use, and perceive the usefulness of library materials.

    Main Methods:

    • A six-month study at Yale Medical Library involving interviews with biomedical researchers.
    • Data collection via questionnaires administered to researchers based on returned library books.
    • Analysis of book usage, information discovery, and perceived utility.

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    Main Results:

    • Monographs constituted 30.4% of returned researcher volumes.
    • Approximately 80% of borrowed books provided desired information.
    • Around 80% of books utilized were published within the last decade.
    • 90% of book usage was for research, with 10% for lecture preparation.

    Conclusions:

    • Biomedical library books are a valuable resource, with a high rate of successful information retrieval.
    • Recent publications are predominantly used, highlighting the need for current biomedical literature.
    • The primary utility of these books is for research activities, underscoring their role in advancing scientific knowledge.