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 6,000-member National Network of Libraries of Medicine that promotes and provides access to health information in communities across the United States.

  Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) | Fact Sheets | Images and Logos | Functional Statement | Congressional Justifications

• The NLM Organization

  A listing of NLM Centers, Divisions, advisory bodies and other organizational units. Also see:
  NLM Organization Chart (PDF 42KB) or text version

• 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 and Events

  News announcements, press releases and other items of current interest about NLM.
  Includes: NLM Professional Meeting Exhibit Schedule

• Job Opportunities

  Join the staff of the National Library of Medicine. NIH Community and Federal Benefits | Training and Education Opportunities at NLM (Fact Sheet).

• 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 and legislative chronology. Also see:

  NLM 175th Anniversary Web site | Authorization Legislation | Director Emeritus: Dr. Donald A. B. Lindberg, M.D.

• Reports and Plans about the Library

  Official reports from the Library. Includes:
  All Annual Reports | Long Range Planning Documents

• 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.

• Partners

  NLM works with federal agencies, public health institutions and international organizations to provide access to health and scientific information. Includes:
  National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NN/LM)

• 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.

• About the NLM Web Site

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