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EndNote 2025 Now Available via the Library!

We’re excited to share that EndNote 2025 is now available for download through the Levy Library website! Whether you’re drafting a term paper, dissertation, or your next journal submission, you’ll find that EndNote 2025 offers all the powerful features you know and love plus a suite of smart, time-saving enhancements. What’s New in EndNote 2025? AI Key Takeaways – Instantly generate summaries from PDF articles with a single click Find a Journal (FaJ) – Get journal recommendations as you write in Google Docs or Word Online Cite from PDF – Insert highlighted quotes with citation directly to your manuscriptImproved “Find Full Text” and “Find Reference Updates” – Enhanced citation accuracy and find full-text more easily Web of Science Integration – Easily view articles that cite your references and find related research Redesigned Summary Panel – Review reference details more clearly To get the latest copy of EndNote please visit our EndNote guide. Have any questions? Simply email us at refdesk@mssm.edu for assistance. ...

Fall 2025 Open Workshops are Here!

We are happy to announce that our Fall 2025 library workshops are now open for registration! Join us via Zoom as our experienced librarians and medical illustrators discuss a wide range of topics, including conducting a literature review, staying organized with reference management tools, evaluating patient education resources, selecting journal submission targets, and more! We are also excited to announce new workshops this semester! These include a session discussing the differences between systematic and scoping reviews; an overview of Dynamic Health, a great evidence-based resource for nurses that includes topics from nursing skills to patient education; and drop-in open hours for learning about Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. How do I register? For a full list of our Fall 2025 library workshops, please visit our Library Events and Workshops page. Can’t make it to one of our scheduled live sessions? We’ve got you covered! Simply visit the Levy Library YouTube Channel to watch our recorded sessions anytime. For more information about library workshops, please contact us at refdesk@mssm.edu. ...

Welcome to Learning with the Levy Library Team!

Welcome to the Levy Library!We are glad you joined us here at Mount Sinai and found your way to the Library Blog! The Levy Library is a resource for you from the start--providing access to online books and journal articles for your course readings--to the finish with your thesis, dissertation or culminating scholarly project. We have resources and services for all the learning in between. Need to find a mentor or collaborator? Want to organize your references? Increase your skills with writing prompts for generative AI? Take a look at our Scholarly Publishing and Visualization Hub to get ideas and learn about supportive services. We want to get to know you and help you grow your skills and succeed. Get to know us by connecting with Ask a Librarian, hanging out in spaces designed for you like the Levy Library Student Commons, share your ideas with us--in person, via email or through your representatives on the Student Council Subcommittee on Technology and Libraries. We can't wait to meet you!Kris Alpi, Associate Dean of Libraries and Information Sciences...

Celebrating our Graduate and Professional Students: Partners in Discovery and Impact

Happy Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week Month! At the Levy Library, we want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate the dedication, resilience, and passion you bring to your work each day. Whether you’re diving into research, tackling complex coursework, or contributing to groundbreaking discoveries, your efforts inspire us all. As your library team, we're here to be your equitable partner every step of the way—whether you need access to essential resources, research support, a quiet study space, or just a helpful hand. Here's how we can help you thrive throughout your academic journey: 1. Your Partner in Scholarly Research Need help with your research? Whether it’s refining your research question, conducting a literature review, navigating complex databases or managing your citations, our Education & Research Services team offers personalized consultations to help you develop research strategies that save time and get results. Don’t forget to explore the Scholarly Publishing and Visualization Hub, our new portal for support in reference management, the publishing and promotion process, metrics, and visualizations—an invaluable resource for taking your scholarly research and work to the next level. 2. Powerful Tools and Resources Access our robust collection of scholarly tools and materials including literature databases like PubMed, point of care tools like UpToDate, e-books, scholarly articles, and reference management tools like EndNote and Zotero to streamline your workflow. Not sure if we have access to something? Contact our Ask a Librarian service, and we will be more than happy to help you find what you need. 3. Workshops and Classes Our Library Classes & Workshops are designed to build your confidence and skills, whether you’re just starting your research or diving deep into data management. We offer a wide range of workshops including introductions to EndNote and Zotero, conducting literature reviews, publishing, and artificial intelligence. 4. Study Spaces That Work for You We know that both focus and downtime are essential to your success. That’s why the Levy Library offers a range of study environments—from quiet zones to collaborative workspaces and tech-equipped rooms—so you can choose what works best for you. Need a more private spot? Our reservable rooms are perfect for virtual meetings, interviews, or solo study sessions. And don’t forget to check out your brand-new Levy Library Student Commons, a dedicated space just for graduate and medical students—designed with your needs in mind. 5. Tech Support and Equipment Loans Need a charger, stand, or laptop? We’ve got you covered. Our equipment loan service helps you stay connected and productive, especially when you’re moving between classes, labs, and work. Simply walk to our User Services desk and borrow away! 6. Support for Your Well-being We know success goes beyond academics. Whether you need a quiet space to focus, a friendly face, or just a moment to recharge, we’re here for you. Our spaces, resources, services, and team are always ready to support you—not just during Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week Month, but every day of the year. From all of us at the Levy Library—thank you for your incredible work, your curiosity, and your commitment to making a difference. We see you, we appreciate you, and we’re always here for you. Happy Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week Month! ...

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