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Extramural programs of theNational Library of Medicine: program objectives and present status
Bulletin of the Medical Library Association
|October 1, 1966
Summary
The Medical Library Assistance Act of 1965 provides federal funding for health sciences libraries. This initiative aims to expand resources, support research, and develop library personnel.
Area of Science:
- Health Sciences Librarianship
- Medical Information Management
Background:
- The National Library of Medicine Extramural Program operates under the Medical Library Assistance Act of 1965 and the Public Health Service Act.
- This program supports various library initiatives, including construction, resource enhancement, research, and personnel development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the objectives of the National Library of Medicine Extramural Program.
- To detail the funding allocated and requested for the program's implementation and expansion.
Main Methods:
- The study outlines the legislative authorities and funding mechanisms of the National Library of Medicine Extramural Program.
- It describes the program's scope, including support for library construction, resources, research, and regional operations.
Main Results:
- A $4,000,000 supplement was appropriated for fiscal year 1966.
- Over $13,000,000 was requested for fiscal year 1967, including provisions for library construction.
Conclusions:
- The Medical Library Assistance Act aims to stimulate increased institutional support for medical libraries.
- Innovative planning by the medical library community is crucial for the program's success.