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Monday, 01. February 2016

Almost all branch libraries are open regularly

Opening Hours at Carnival 2016

Faschingsmotiv mit Partyhütchen und Luftschlangen

On Carnival Tuesday February 9, 2016 working hours are limited until 12.00 noon. However, almost all TUM Branch Libraries will be open at regular hours.

Only the Branch Library Renewable Resources in Straubing will close already at 12.00 noon.

In general, the following services are not available after 12.00 noon:

paying overdue fees in cash
picking-up poster and buying tutorial scripts (LRZ Service Point in the Branch Library Main Campus)

On Carnival Monday, 08.02.2016 all branch libraries provide regular services and opening hours.

Wednesday, 27. January 2016

TIB und UB Hannover joined

"GetInfo" becomes "TIB Document Delivery"

In January 2016 the German National Library of Science and Technology (TIB) and Leibniz Universität Hannover University Library (UB) merged to become the foundation German National Library of Science and Technology (TIB) – Leibniz Information Centre for Science and Technology and University Library.

As a part of it "GetInfo" was renamed in "TIB Document Delivery" and reworked. In the TIB Portal, you can search as usual leading databases, publishing services and library catalogues and you have access to technical and scientific information on architecture, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, physics and engineering. Following your search, as a registered TIB customer you can order printed copies and/or have direct access to electronic full texts.

Wednesday, 13. January 2016

New Service at the Library

Consultations for Bibliometrics and Impact

Netz aus leuchtenden Kugeln und Verbindungen

h-index? Impact factor? Citation analysis? Bring your questions about bibliometrics and academic identity management to our one-on-one consultations.

How can you maximize the impact of your scientific research? What is the meaning of metrics such as the h-index or the Impact Factor? Which tools and resources can you use to evaluate your work within the context of your discipline?

In our one-on-one consultations, you will receive competent advice about topics such as using and interpreting various bibliometric indicators, tools for bibliometric analysis, altmetrics, improving the visibility of your research through academic identity management, and selecting the most suitable journal for publication.

Simply arrange a personal appointment either at the library, in your work space or online via Adobe Connect. Find further information and arrange an appointment.