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Lunch and Learn at The TMC Library: Advanced Database Searching

We are so excited to bring this series to you and look forward to seeing you in 2026!
Check our institutional repository for presentation and resources guides of archived classes since 2025.

 

DatePresentation TitlePresenterPresentation Summary
June 26, 2026Enhancing Research Communication with Visual Tools

Register to attend		Sonya FoggUnderstand the role of visual communication in medical research. Distinguish between data visualizations, infographics, and visual abstracts. Identify best practices and some resources and tools for creating effective visuals.
July 31, 2026Finding and Using Validated Surveys in Health Science Research

Register to attend		Tracy AshbyJoin us as we introduce techniques for identifying and using validated surveys in health sciences research. Learn strategies for finding reliable, evidence-based measurement tools in the databases and gain tips on how to evaluate their quality and relevance.
August 21, 2026Get into a 'Back to School' State of Mind with the TMC Library

Register to attend		Jesse Gonzalez & Ryan CasantosanYou might not need a new lunchbox, but everyone needs a refreshed set of resources! We are taking it "Back to School" to showcase how the TMC Library supports every stage of your career.
Come to learn about:

For the Faculty: Curriculum support and copyright navigation.

For the Researcher: Advanced data management and evidence synthesis tools.

For Everyone: The latest tech, quiet spaces, and hidden perks of your library card.

Let’s make this your most efficient year yet!
September 25, 2026Efficient Database Translation

Register to attend		Sonya Fogg & Tracy AshbyUnderstand the concept and utility of database translation. Identify key differences in indexing and syntax across major biomedical databases. Apply practical strategies for translating search strategies between databases.
October 9, 2026Getting to Know Scholarly Publishing Benefits

Register to attend		Chad MetzUnderstand the basics of scholarly publishing. Learn the differences between traditional publishing and open access journals. We will present the benefits offered by available vendors. 
November 20, 2026Journal Publishing on Digital Commons

Register to attend		Alice SherwoodHave you visited Digital Commons@TMC, the institutional repository before?

Take your research to the next level and learn about the basics of how you can publish your open access student-led (faculty advisor needed) or professional journal on this platform and the steps getting started. DigitalCommons@TMC is viewed by 165+ countries, 2500+ institutions, with more than 120k downloads monthly.
December 11, 2026Enhancing Visibility and Impact: Author Profiles & Citation Tracking

Register to attend		Sonya FoggAccurate profiles improve discoverability, citation metrics inform funding, promotion, and collaboration. Today we will talk about how to manage author profiles (Orcid, Scopus author id, Web of Science/Publons, Google Scholar profile, LinkedIn, ResearchGate) and track citations to support research visibility and evaluation.

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