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Hurley, Timothy – Issues in Science and Technology Librarianship, 2021
Makerspaces have continued to be a popular addition to the services offered by libraries. This article will address the creation and implementation of one at a mid-sized medical library. The writer will summarize their personal experience of the steps taken towards opening the makerspace and give insight into the process. This article will also…
Descriptors: Shared Resources and Services, Program Implementation, COVID-19, Pandemics
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Gonzalez, Sara Russell; Bennett, Denise Beaubien – Issues in Science and Technology Librarianship, 2014
Initiating a 3D printing service in an academic library goes beyond justification of its value and gaining the necessary library and administrative support. Additional aspects such as policies, environmental safety, training, publicizing, maintenance, and scope of service must be considered. This article provides a guide to developing a 3D print…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Library Services, Computer Peripherals, Program Implementation
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Scalfani, Vincent F.; Sahib, Josh – Issues in Science and Technology Librarianship, 2013
The appearance of 3D printers in university libraries opens many opportunities for advancing outreach, teaching, and research programs. The University of Alabama (UA) Libraries recently adopted 3D printing technology and maintains an open access 3D Printing Studio. The Studio consists of a 3D printer, multiple 3D design workstations, and other…
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Printing, Academic Libraries, Universities