About the National Library of Medicine

Overview

The National Library of Medicine (NLM), on the campus of the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, has been a center of information innovation since its founding in 1836. The world’s largest biomedical library, NLM maintains and makes available a vast print collection and produces electronic information resources on a wide range of topics that are searched billions of times each year by millions of people around the globe. It also supports and conducts research, development, and training in biomedical informatics and health information technology. In addition, the Library coordinates a 6,500-member Network of the National Library of Medicine that promotes and provides access to health information in communities across the United States.

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• Welcome to NLM

  Join Dr. Patti Brennan, the director of the National Library of Medicine, as she introduces you to the center of biomedical informatics and computational biology at NLM and the world’s largest biomedical library!

• The NLM Organization

  A listing of NLM Centers, Divisions, advisory bodies and other organizational units.

• NLM Advisory Bodies

  The National Library of Medicine relies on the advice of outside experts in many fields--medical, scientific, academic, library, and public policy.

• News, Events, and Updates

  News announcements, event listings, and other updates about NLM.

• Job Opportunities

  Join the staff of the National Library of Medicine. NIH Community and Federal Benefits | Training & Outreach

• Visiting NLM

  Information on Library hours, facilities, tours and directions. Includes:
  Hours | Directions | Hotels/Motels | Public Reading Rooms | Accessibility at NLM

• History of NLM

  Important events in NLM history.
  Director Emeritus: Dr. Donald A.B. Lindberg.

• NLM Legislative Chronology

  Information about NLM’s authorizing language and subsequent legislation that has shaped the Library.

• Reports and Plans about the Library

  Official reports from the Library. Includes:
  All Annual Reports | Long Range Planning Documents | NLM Strategic Plan 2017-2027 | Report of the Blue Ribbon Panel Review: Intramural Research Program

• Contracts and Small Purchases

  Information about available Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and instructions.

• Donations to the Library

  NLM welcomes bequests and donations in support of its mission.

• Friends of the National Library of Medicine

  A coalition of individuals, medical associations and societies, hospitals, health science libraries, corporations and foundations, dedicated to increasing public awareness and use of the NLM, as well as to support its many programs in research, education and public service.

• NLM Herb Garden

  Information and photos of the Library's herb garden.

• NLM Awards Gallery

  A gallery of awards from public and private institutions received by NLM for its groundbreaking programs, projects and services.

• NLM Staff Publications and Presentations

  Publications and Presentations by NLM Staff.

• About the NLM Web Site

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