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Behind the scenes in the Library

06/01/2026 / / 0 Comments

Behind the scenes in the Library

Welcome back to the library. As we begin a new trimester, we thought to take behind the scence.

You may notice staff in the library performing some of our tasks and wonder what on earth we are doing. Here’s a summary of what we are up to.

Checking Lapsafe:

This is done once a day at each site. Using our library management system, we generate a list of the site’s laptops, on loan or available for loan, and check that this corresponds to each cabinet. We also check that all available laptops have a charger in the cabinet and replace any missing ones.

Stock scanning:

All sites check their book stock each semester. This is done using a tablet and a scanning wand. A list is generated from our library management system. This is then input into a software to command the wand what it must search for. We swipe the wand over our chosen area, and we can see any discrepancies, such as missing or misplaced books, on the tablet screen. Two scans are carried out – one to identify books missing from the stock and the other to find books which have been shelved in the wrong area. We will then mark missing items on our library management system and move misshelved books to the correct shelf area.

Environmental check:

In the mornings, you may see us walking around the library, looking around all areas. We’re doing an environment check to make sure that the library environment is up and running for the day and safe for users. We check that lights are switched on and working, library catalogues are running, and look out for any spills or breakages which we can then report to the property and facilities team. We will also check that all signage is relevant and remove any out-of-date signs.

Stock weeding:

If you see us with a book trolley and a printed list, the chances are we are weeding the book stock. Our subject librarians produce lists of stock which is no longer relevant (new editions available, course no longer taught, out-of-date information). These books must then be removed from the shelves and withdrawn from stock using our library management system. Withdrawn books are then packed up in boxes and sent to Better World Books. This company aims to keep books out of landfills, thus cutting waste. They sell books online to raise funds for non-profit literacy organisations.

Click and Collect shelf check:

This is done at all sites each day to make sure that all requested books are still on the shelf awaiting collection. For any missing books, we will assume that they have been collected but have not been issued at the self-service kiosk. We then contact users to let them know that the book has been added to their record and inform them of the date the book is due for return.

Displays:

Throughout the year you may notice us creating displays in the library to promote library and awareness events. At the beginning of the academic year, we focus on getting started at university.  With a display of relevant books and freebies such as book bags and pens. Sometimes we ask you to get involved, too. For exampl,e our Love Your Library event runs in February, and you can post notes telling us everything you love about the library. We have many displays throughout the year, such as Pride, Black History Month,and  Scottish Book Week. And we also promote bookable library online training sessions on our whiteboards.

There are many more tasks which we carry out in the library and in our offices. If you see us around and have any questions, please ask, and we will be happy to assist!

By Vivienne Hamilton

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The 12 Days of Festive Library Resources Part Two

16/12/2025 / / 0 Comments

The 12 Days of Festive Library Resources Part Two

Part Two

Here is part two of our Festive Library Resources List.

Day 7: Libguides

Libguides are subject guides created by our Librarians. They help you to find the right information for your area of study and provide you with links to appropriate resources. You can find them here: libguides.napier.ac.uk

You can read a more in-depth guide from our Library blog here.

Day 8: Books and Journals 

Have you wondered how many books are on our shelves? How many Ebooks on our digital shelves? Well wonder no more. We have 105,301 books in stock. And over 273,000 Ebooks. And they are all available on LibrarySearch for you to enjoy.

Day 9: Relaxation Zones

We have Relaxation Zones at all our campus Libraries, with games, comfy seating and relaxing activities for you to enjoy. Also, check out our Virtual Relaxation Zone on the Library Blog with links to meditation, videos and online relaxing activities. Read more about our relaxation zones here.

Day 10: Repository

An Open Access showcase for our research outputs. We have journal articles, conference papers and theses, data sets, programs, images, scores, music, and exhibition catalogues in digital format. The Repository helps us

  • Increase the impact of the University’s research by making it more visible thus improving the citation rate
  • Encourage collaboration and raise academic profiles
  • Meet with funder and REF requirements

You can all that the Repository has to offer here.

Day 11: Heritage collections

Edinburgh Napier University has a number of outstanding collections which explore, explain and engage with the cultural history of Edinburgh and beyond.

Our Heritage collections:

  • War Poets Collection

  • Mehew Robert Louis Stevenson

  • Jim Haynes

  • Edward Clark Collection

For information about any of our special collections and archives, please email heritage@napier.ac.uk

Day 12: The Librarians…we are here 

We have made it to the final day. And on the 12th day of festive resources gave to me: Librarians. The most valuable resource the Library offers is its Library Staff. Remember, we are here to help. You can contact us via the help desks, email library@napier.ac.uk or phone 0131 455 3500. We may be closed over the festive break but we have out-of-hours service if you need assistance.

Enjoy your holidays and we look forward to seeing everyone back in January.

By Maya Green and Juliet Kinsey

Christmastime Edinburgh

Christmastime in the City of Edinburgh

14/12/2025 / / 0 Comments

Christmastime in the City of Edinburgh

 

 

 

It’s that time of year again where Edinburgh City Centre becomes a bustling hive of activity as well as a glorious winter wonderland. With it’s yearly Christmas markets, festive food and drink stalls, live outdoor events and the dazzling light trails being showcased within the Castle of Light and Botanic Gardens, the City of Edinburgh an ideal place to spend to get into the festive spirits and make wonderful Christmas memories with family, friends and partners. Read on if we have sparked your curiosity regarding what EdWinterFest has to offer this year!

 

Edinburgh’s Famous Christmas Markets…

 

Edinburgh’s world-renowned Christmas Markets are back this year! Stalls ran by various independent retailers and artists will have now filled the east side of Princes Street Gardens, as well as many festive food and drink stalls, fairground rides and of course, the iconic big wheel will be lit up and running for the occasion! A wide range of items and gifts are sold yearly at Edinburgh’s Christmas Markets including woolly scarves, hats, gloves, bags as well as hand-crafted jewellery, ornaments, toys and various other miscellany. Hungry, or have a thirst that needs quenched? The food and drink stalls also serve a variety of hearty options including mac and cheese, haggis, Yorkshire pudding wraps, and loaded fries, as well as mulled wines and ciders, hot drinks including hot chocolates, and soft drinks. Room for dessert? Some of the stalls also giant stuffed cookies, waffles, pancakes and warm churros as well.

 

The west side of Princes Street Gardens also hosts the yearly Santas Stories event – a magical experience for both children and their parents to meet Santa and have the magic of Christmas brought to life with stories of the North Pole as well as other festive tales. This event takes place inside a small cabin, with warm blankets and hot chocolates also provided! All sessions last for up to 20 minutes in total. The Starflyer ride is also close by and located in the west side of Princes Street Gardens, making this end of the Christmas markets very family-focused and orientated.

 

Christmas Lights and Light Trails…

 

One of the most magical parts of Christmas is indeed when the Christmas lights come on all throughout different cities and local towns – including the City of Edinburgh! Victoria Street in particular is famous for it’s dazzling Christmas lights and the picturesque way they look against the charming, architecturally unique cobblestone buildings. It provides the perfect scenic background for festive photos and strolling through shops whilst doing your Christmas shopping. Edinburgh also hosts dazzling light trails in both the Royal Botanical Gardens and Edinburgh Castle with illuminated and colourful walkways which also provide scenic backgrounds for photos or simply walking through to take in the festive magic. Festive music is played and food is also provided at the Royal Botanical Gardens Christmas lights trail.

 

The Torchlight Procession…

 

The festivities do not end after Christmas Day! Hogmanay approaches not long after and as part of this, the City of Edinburgh hosts both a Torchlight Procession on the 29th of December and Street Party on the 31st just before the New Year kicks in! The Torchlight Procession is a family-friendly event which takes place annually on the 29th of December where at least 15,000 torches are lit and carried through the streets of Edinburgh. It is also a charitable event as the torches are carried in aid of national and local charities such as Social Bite and One City Trust. Street theatre and fire performers also fill the streets of Edinburgh as well, ultimately establishing a carnival-like atmosphere.

 

The City of Edinburgh certainly knows how to celebrate Christmas and get everyone in the festive spirit!

 

By Rachel Downie

It’s festive time at the library blog

 

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Krampusnacht

05/12/2025 / / 0 Comments

Krampusnacht

If you just can’t get enough of Halloween, then Krampusnacht may be for you! It’s celebrated on 5th December. Taking place the night before the Feast of St. Nicholas (the patron saint of children). Krampus is very different to Saint Nicholas – he’s a devil like creature compared with the saintly Nicholas. Krampusnacht is celebrated in Alpine regions of countries such as Germany and Austria, also throughout central European countries. Due to it taking place at night and the creepy costumes worn Krampusnacht mirrors the scary vibes of Halloween.

Background

Krampus is said to be the son of Hel, the Norse god of the underworld, and he may have originally been part of a pagan winter solstice ritual to drive out the spirits of winter. Farmers believed that he protected their cattle in winter as they thought that evil spirits made their animals sick. He is now depicted as a horned devil and derives his name from the German word Krampen, which means claw. Horned devils were often in medieval plays, and in the 12th century, the Catholic Church tried to ban Krampus celebrations due to his resemblance to the devil. The celebration survived and evolved into the modern era and is often an organised event in town squares or at festive markets.

How is Krampusnacht celebrated

While the Christmas season is a time of festivity and joy, Krampusnacht is a darker tradition that involves scary costumes, chasing children and prodding people with sticks during the Krampuslauf or Krampusrun. For this, adults dress up in fur costumes, masks and giant horns and wear cow bells as they chase people through streets. They run and jump menacingly, gently prodding spectators with bunches of twigs or sticks as they pass by, creating a lively but creepy atmosphere.

Krampus is the very opposite of Saint Nicholas. It is said he punishes children for being bad, whereas Saint Nicholas rewards children for being good. On the night, children leave a boot outside their bedroom, and they will get a reward for being good or a rod for being naughty.

Modern developments

Whether due to social media or an increased interest in their ancestral homelands, in recent years Krampusnacht has also become a popular celebration in parts of the United States. Some cities, such as Seattle, Philadelphia, and New Orleans, hold Krampus parades. These parades often signify the beginning of the Christmas season.

Box of Broadcasts

Krampus has now entered popular culture far beyond its European roots and you may want to participate yourself, so why not settle down to watch a Krampus movie such as Krampus, A Christmas Horror Story starring Adam Scott and Toni Collete, or Tv show episodes of Grimm, American Da,d and this episode of the UK series Inside No.9 called The Devil of Christmas.

These are available using  Box of Broadcasts. It is an online service that allows you to stream and access a treasure trove of audiovisual content for free if you are a member of Edinburgh Napier University. It includes broadcast TV shows and radio programs, plus you can make playlists and edit videos.

Here are instructions on how to access Box of Broadcasts:

  1. Sign into Library Search.
  2. Select the Databases tab.
  3. Click on the letter B.
  4. Scroll down to Box of Broadcasts and click on the title.
  5. You can now use the Search function to look for programmes you would like to watch or for subjects you are interested in.
  6. Click on Guide to see the list of upcoming programmes, which you can request simply by selecting the request programme function underneath each listed programme. When the programme is ready to watch you will receive an email in your student or staff email inbox.
  7. The My BOB section gives access to your requested programmes and allows the creation of playlists.

We would like to wish all our German, Austrian and Central European staff and students a happy Krampusnacht!

Don’t forget: You can use Library Search to find books and articles on folklore, celebrations, heritage and events.

By Vivienne Hamilton

Read more on the blog with articles like: World Television Day

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The 12 Days of Festive Library Resources Part One

01/12/2025 / / 0 Comments

The 12 Days of Festive Library Resources Part One

Part one

To celebrate the end of the year and the beginning of the Festive holiday break we thought we’d share some of our best resources.

Below is a list of some of our best:

Day One: Librarysearch

We have to start with our trusty Library Catalogue, LibrarySearch. Found at Librarysearch.napier.ac.uk.

This is a great place to start. Remember to sign in first before you start your search.

You will find information on everything the library has available and information on how to access it. Read our guide on how to get started with LibrarySearch.

Day Two: Box of Broadcasts

On the second day of Christmas, my library gave to me

BoB (Box of Broadcasts) is an innovative shared online off-air TV and radio recording service for UK higher and further education institutions. It contains over a million items including an archive of all BBC TV and radio content dating from 2007.
BoB enables all staff and students in subscribing institutions to choose and record any scheduled broadcast programme from 60+ TV and radio channels. You can also edit programs into clips, create playlists, embed clips into Moodle, share items via social media and generate reference citations.

Please note that our BoB licence is for educational purposes only, and only for use within the UK.

Box of Broadcasts is a truly fantastic database.

Visit learning on screen and use your university login to start watching.

Day Three: LibKey Nomad

This amazing tool will help you get full-text access to books and articles! You can add it as a browser extension or go to their website. It’s so good it even works on Amazon! It will tell you all the possible sources for the literature you are looking for and where to get them. Check out our Libkey guide here and watch the video below.

Day 4: Wellness

Here in the Library, we believe that looking after your physical and emotional health is just as important as your studies. So we created the Wellbeing Collection. University life can be challenging, even at the best of times. We’ve gathered together these resources in the hope that they help you feel happy, healthy and comfortable at Edinburgh Napier. Our collection covers a range of topics and includes guided self-help approaches to supporting mental health, personal development and achievement. You’ll find stories of resilience and recovery, discussions of family matters, and practical tools to help with the everyday realities of University life, such as finance and exam stress. If you have any suggestions, you can email library@napier.ac.uk

Day 5: DigiMap

Digimap is an online map and data delivery service. Digimap offers a number of data collections, including Ordnance Survey, historical, geological, LiDAR and marine maps and spatial data. You can create or interrogate a map online by selecting an appropriate base map, adding annotations and customising the content, use measurement and query tools to learn more about any study area. Download the raw spatial data in a wide range of formats for use in local GIS, CAD or image processing software.

Read more about Digimap in our blog post “Introducing DigiMap”

Check out their DigiMap help guides on YouTube

Day 6: Databases

We provide 190 databases covering every imaginable subject, from engineering to art. We have you covered. You can find them all on LibrarySearch . If you need a bit of help on how to navigate, we have subject-specific Libguides to help you get a more tailored research experience.

Check in with the Blog next week for Part Two!

By Juliet Kinsey and Maya Green

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A History of St Andrew’s Day

30/11/2025 / / 0 Comments

A History of St Andrew’s Day

Today is St. Andrew’s Day, Scotland’s patron saint’s day! Although November 30 isn’t a national holiday, celebrations are held across Scotland with events like ceilidhs and fun runs.

The History of St. Andrew’s Day

St. Andrew was born around 5 AD in Bethsaida on the Sea of Galilee. He became a fisherman, like his brother, who later became St. Peter. Initially, Andrew followed St. John the Baptist, but he later joined Jesus as one of the twelve apostles. Tradition holds that he travelled widely, preaching in places like Scythia, Thrace, the Black Sea, and along the Dnieper River, reaching as far as Kyiv and Novgorod. His legacy made him a patron saint of Ukraine, Romania, Russia, and Scotland.

A 4th-century account describes Andrew’s crucifixion on an X-shaped cross, or saltire, which he requested, feeling unworthy of a traditional cross. Patras, Greece, claims his crucifixion took place there. St. Jerome noted that Emperor Constantius II moved Andrew’s relics from Patras to Constantinople in 357 AD. Later, the relics went to Amalfi, Italy, in 1208, and his head reached Rome in the 15th century. In 1964, Pope Paul VI returned Andrew’s head to Patras as a goodwill gesture.

In Scotland, the town of St. Andrews, located in Fife, is connected to legends about Andrew. One legend says Andrew came there to build a church that attracted pilgrims from across Britain. Another tale suggests a bishop named St. Rule brought Andrew’s relics from Patras to this town.

St. Andrew as Patron Saint of Scotland

Legends also surround how Andrew became Scotland’s patron saint. A 16th-century text recounts that Oengus II, King of the Picts, vowed to make Andrew the patron saint after seeing him in a vision before a battle against the Angles. Andrew appeared in a vision, and a saltire-shaped cloud in the sky became a sign of victory for Oengus’s outnumbered forces. Following their win, the Picts chose to venerate St. Andrew.

Scotland’s Flag

Scotland’s flag, the Saltire, displays a white cross on a blue background, which may symbolize the clouds against the sky in Oengus’s vision. This design has represented Scotland for centuries. In 1385, the Parliament of Scotland declared that all Scottish and French soldiers should wear the Saltire as a sign when fighting the English. Today, Scotland continues to honour St. Andrew and remembers him every November 30.

By Vivienne Hamilton

Read more Posts by Vivienne such as: The Bridges of Scotland

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Your subject librarians

27/11/2025 / / 0 Comments

ubject librarianYour Subject Librarians

Here at the library, we try our best to provide students with the support they need during their studies. Alongside information Assistants who provide support at our library helpdesks, we also have a team of specialised Subject Librarians. They have specialised knowledge in the different schools and subjects at Napier, and they are prepared to give you more in-depth support. As they aren’t an immediately visible team, it can be easy for students to not realise the amount of work that the Subject Librarians do for the university. And it ranges from managing our catalogue of books, writing the LibGuides, or hosting training sessions related to library and research matters.
For that reason, we’d just like to take a moment to quickly explain who our subject librarians are. And go over some of the ways they help you study.

Who is your subject librarian?

We have five Subject Librarians here at Napier, one for each of our schools. And you can usually find them at their respective campus libraries. A list of our Subject Librarians (along with their contact details) is on the MyNapier library help page.
At our Sighthill campus library, we have Catriona Robertson as the Subject Librarian for the School of Applied Sciences (as well as the Department of Learning and Teaching), and Dawn Adams for the School of Health and Social Care.
At Merchiston, we have Joyce Templeton at the School of Computing, Engineering & Built Environment, and Sarah Jeffcot with the School of Arts and Creative Industries.
And at Craiglockhart, we have Keith Walker for the Business School, which includes our law degree courses.

What is a subject librarian?

You can contact our Subject Librarian team using the details above. Or you can arrange a  1:1 appointment. These 1-on-1 sessions are great if you have any research concerns. For example, if you’re unsure about how to use some of the more specialised and complicated databases, then you can get in touch with the Subject Librarian for your school and get the guidance you need.
The Subject Librarians can also advise you on understanding different referencing styles, a skill that is especially helpful during assessment season!

However, the 1-on-1 sessions are not the only way that the Subject Librarians support your research. The first line of support is our  LibGuides, a collection of in-depth guides that walk you through different aspects of research. These guides are tailored to each of our schools and various aspects of research (such as reference management or literature reviews), so you can get the exact help you need. If you ever find yourself with a question about how to go about your research, then be sure to go have a look at the appropriate LibGuide page before contacting the Subject Librarian, because they may have already written up a guide that answers your exact question!

Subject Librarian and Reading Lists

Alongside handling your questions directly, the Subject Librarians also support your learning by working with university academics and the library’s Resource Acquisitions team to help manage the catalogue of books we have available.
Each Subject Librarian is responsible for helping oversee the library collection for their respective schools. When your lecturers put together the reading lists for your course, the Subject Librarians help manage them. And make sure the reading material is easily available to you, either physical or online via Library Search.
Before we start a new trimester, the lecturers review their reading list. And if they feel books are needed for the upcoming trimester, they will inform the Subject Librarians. Who, in turn, will see where we get access to the book. This way, the Subject Librarians are also doing a great deal of admin work to support you.

We hope that this brief overview has helped you to better understand the role of our Subject Librarians.  And the roles they play to support your learning.
And we hope that those of you who feel you need extra support in your studies.

We have loads of library support posts to help with upcoming deadlines.

By Matthew Ferrie

 

A.I. Library Tools: What do you think?

24/11/2025 / / 0 Comments

A.I. Library Tools: What do you think?

Library Futures: Academic staff input on Library AI Tools

We are seeking your feedback to help shape future decision-making around the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in literature searching at Edinburgh Napier University. Some Library subscription databases are beginning to integrate AI tools, and this development raises important questions for learning, teaching, and research.

These AI tools offer potential advantages around saving time and improving discovery, along with disadvantages including a lack of transparency, bias, reliance on unreliable secondary summaries, and environmental impact.

We would like to consult with academic staff to learn:

  • Do AI-assisted searches or summaries offer advantages for your subject area or your students?
  • How do you evaluate the issues for your subject area or your students?

We’ll ask you to briefly trial one example Library search tool and give your feedback.

We’ll also ask your wider opinions on the value of different types of AI literature search tools in your learning, teaching and research.

This will allow the University to make informed decisions going forward.

Note: Not all tool additions and changes in Library subscription databases are optional, meaning control is limited. We will aim to map tools and provide education and awareness raising for the academic community.

Please complete the survey below.
It should take under 15 minutes, and all answers are anonymous.

Complete the survey

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If you would like to be involved in further consultation or receive updates about Library tools and AI, please leave your email address in the form below.
Register now

Find out more

Find out more about artificial intelligence and literature searching on our LibGuide, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Literature Searching.

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Best online resources for finding news: Times Digital Archive & NexisUni

Best online resources for finding news: Times Digital Archive & NexisUni

15/11/2025 / / 0 Comments

Best online resources for finding news: Times Digital Archive & NexisUni

You probably know how to search for journal articles and ebooks, but have you explored the library’s news eresources? Whether you’re researching historical events or tracking current affairs, you will find plenty of material in Times Digital Archive and NexisUni. Let’s take a closer look at these two resources.

Times Digital Archive

If you’re curious about how events were reported in the past, Times Digital Archive is a treasure trove. It provides full-text access to The Times from 1785 to 2024, making it ideal for anyone studying, literature, politics, or media. You can browse original articles, editorials, letters, and even vintage advertisements—each offering a glimpse into the public discourse of its time.

The interface allows you to search by keyword or date, so whether you’re investigating the coverage of the suffragette movement or the cultural impact of the Beatles, you’ll find rich primary sources. Or you will come across little gems like this letter from a reader worried that nursing is not an interesting profession for young people anymore… 100 year ago!

Want to learn how to use it effectively? Join our online workshop on 27th November (11:00-12:00) to discover tips and tricks for navigating the Times Digital Archive.

NexisUni

For those focused on current events, NexisUni is your go-to. It offers access to thousands of newspapers and media outlets from around the world. It’s perfect for students in journalism, business, law, or anyone needing reliable, up-to-date information.

Beyond newspapers, NexisUni includes broadcast transcripts, legal documents, and company profiles, making it a versatile tool for research. Whether you’re comparing global coverage of climate policy or looking into corporate mergers, NexisUni helps you stay informed with credible sources.

Sign up for an online session on 20th November (11:00-12:00) to see all that NexisUni has to offer.

How to access these eresources?

Both platforms are available through the Databases tab in the LibrarySearch. They’re easy to use and offer much more than a typical web search.

Need help getting started? Check out our LibGuides for step-by-step instructions and research tips.

By Patrycja Respondek

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Nature Reviews Immunology Journal

Nature Reviews Immunology Journal

14/11/2025 / / 0 Comments

Nature Reviews Immunology Journal

The Nature Reviews Immunology journal is a scientific journal which covers all topics associated with immunology in great detail and depth. This includes applied features as well as fundamental mechanisms. Immunology itself is the study of how the body protects itself against infection and fights against disease, as well as what can happen when our immune system and responses work against us. Immunology itself is a very varied and diverse topic where interest and research have grown in recent years of aspects such as cells, molecules and tissues which act as hosts for protective mechanisms. This is one of our ‘Spotlight’ journals currently at Sighthill campus library as most of its content addresses current research and discoveries in immunology, which makes it an ideal journal to consult if you are a Biomedical Sciences student or researcher specialising in this specific area.

 

What makes Nature Reviews Immunology a ‘Spotlight’ Journal…

 

The Nature Reviews Immunology journal covers various subjects and areas of immunology in significant detail and spotlights any current developments and discoveries in the field that have been raised in new articles. You can find a list of the subjects covered in their Aims & Scope Nature Reviews Immunology webpages. Some of these consist of topics such as Autoimmunity, Immunotherapy, Transplantation and Vaccine Development.

 

Because it covers a wide scope of current trends and advances made in the field of immunology, this makes it a great resource for Biomedical students and researchers to consult to stay informed and updated about the latest developments within this area. It also highlights and draws attention to papers, events, work and individuals who have contributed to the development and progression of immunology and immunological discoveries, so most of the articles and papers within this journal will have information and updates within relevant fields, which is current and up to date.

 

Nature Reviews Portfolio and other Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Journals…

 

The Nature Reviews Immunology journal is part of a wider portfolio of Nature Reviews journals, which publishes the most current and up-to-date scientific papers and literature to keep students, academics and clinicians up to date with the most relevant and recent findings and discoveries in various scientific fields. For example, one of their most recent review articles titled Astro immunology: The effects of Spaceflight and its associated Stressors on the Immune System was published just recently on the 16th of October this year!

Other Nature Reviews titles in this journal portfolio include Nature Reviews Clinical, Nature Reviews Cancer, Nature Reviews Disease and Nature Reviews Drug Discovery to give a few examples of relevant titles within this collection. There are also more relevant and related titles which Edinburgh University subscribes to and can provide you with access to, such as the Immunity journal, Seminars in Immunology, Current Research in Immunology and Immunotherapy Advances.

 

All of these titles as well as a list of the most popular and highly accredited journals, can be found in BrowZine, a desktop and mobile application which allows patrons to search for and access scholarly journals and academic papers which their library and academic institution subscribes to.

 

Also check out our Journal Search tab in LibrarySearch to see which other journals and e-resources you can access through Edinburgh Napier University libraries.

 

By Rachel Downie

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