For several years, UI Libraries has maintained an Open Access (OA) Fund to help researchers pay for the article processing charges (APCs) on open access publications. This fund supports authors choosing to make their publications open for anyone to read, broadening their audience and providing wide access to important research. We have decided to sunset theContinue reading “Sunsetting of the Open Access Fund”
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Beekeeping 101 at the Sciences Library
Join us for Beekeeping 101 at the Sciences Library for an all-ages beekeeping talk and activities on Tuesday, July 31, 2-4 pm! 2-3 PM (Sciences Library room 102): Jim Davis of the East Central Iowa Beekeepers will give a talk on the management of bees, why bees are important, and what you can do to helpContinue reading “Beekeeping 101 at the Sciences Library”
Summer Workshops at the Sciences Library
The following workshops are open to all students, faculty, and staff. There is no need to register in advance. EndNote Workshop – Wednesday, July 18, 2-3 PM, Chemistry Building, W258 In this workshop you will learn how to use EndNote to: EndNote Web is available for free to all members of the University of IowaContinue reading “Summer Workshops at the Sciences Library”
BioCyc: A Collection of Pathway/Genome Databases
We now have access to BioCyc, a collection of Pathway/Genome Databases (PGDBs). You can search BioCyc by gene, protein, enzyme, or metabolic pathway. You can use advanced tools to view metabolic diagrams, to perform data analysis, and to compare organisms. You can register for a free BioCyc account if you would like to customize your viewing preferences, to create SmartTables to store datasets, and to run and save metabolic models. You can export high-quality metabolic diagrams and create your own PGDB from anContinue reading “BioCyc: A Collection of Pathway/Genome Databases”
Beekeeping 101 Exhibit at the Sciences Library
Swing by the Sciences Library to see our new exhibit, Beekeeping 101! It features a real honeycomb, wooden bee houses, smoker can, and protective suit. The exhibit includes resources for learning more about beekeeping as well as bee conservation. Thank you to Jim Davis and Jeremy Richardson for sharing their beekeeping supplies with us!
Women and Science in the Military
On Memorial Day, we honor the individuals in the U.S. Armed Forces who have given their all serving our country. Memorial Day began in the 1800s when women began putting flowers on the gravestones of soldiers, leading the day to be known at the time as Decoration Day. In addition to the decoration of graves that led to Memorial Day, womenContinue reading “Women and Science in the Military”
Bees: Savoring the Fruits of Their Labor
Summertime is watermelon season, and while you bite into that juicy watermelon, do you stop and think about the bees that made the existence of the melon possible for you? Whether bees are part of a managed colony or wild bees, whether they are honey bees, bumble bees, or mason bees, they spend their days pollinating the fruits,Continue reading “Bees: Savoring the Fruits of Their Labor”
The Kilauea Volcano
The recent eruptions of the Kilauea volcano have reminded us of the humbling power of nature, have drawn our attention to the hazards associated with active volcanoes such as ash plumes, earthquakes, and vog (volcanic smog), and have disrupted the lives of thousands of Hawaiians. We wish for safety and a smooth recovery for all of thoseContinue reading “The Kilauea Volcano”
Origami: A Blend of Art and Mathematics That Advances Science
What does the ancient paper folding art of origami have to do with science? While origami can be simple and fun for children, the applications of origami in the sciences have been sophisticated and complex. From mathematics and engineering to medical devices, origami has been the inspiration for responsive, elegant, and flexible innovations in science. If you need a study break to clear your mind, try out origami atContinue reading “Origami: A Blend of Art and Mathematics That Advances Science”
Finals Week Treats at the Sciences Library
You need comfortable seating. You need short, engaging study breaks. You need homemade brownie bites. All of this is available to you if you study for final exams at the Sciences Library! A variety of seating—tables, study carrels, bean bag chairs, and quiet study space for individuals as well as group study spaces Legos, K’Nex, origami, andContinue reading “Finals Week Treats at the Sciences Library”