Forgotten something? If you’ve left your charger or headphones at home, the RSL has you covered!
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We offer a surprisingly large range of equipment to use in the library: from HDMI cables and plug adapters to book snakes and book rests. You can also grab back supports and footrests too.
Head to the Library Desk to borrow items.
We stock a range of computer equipment and peripherals:
Adapters for screens
Laptop lock
Adjustable laptop stand
Mouse
laptop power station
USB memory stick
You can borrow headphones, laptop and book stands, powerbanks and more from the Library Desk
All sorts of cables and adapters:
Plug adapter (European, American, Japanese)
C-type charging cable
USB Type-C to HDMI adapter – For hooking macs up to study room screens
Micro USB cable
iPhone charging cable
HDMI cable laptop to screen
These items can be borrowed from the Library Desk.
Credit: Srattha Nualsate
As well as:
SONY headphones
Magnifying glass
Foam book rests
Book snakes
Bookstands
Brightsign remote control (for use with study room screens)
Back supports and foot rests can be found in baskets in front ot the Library Desk.
Footrests and back supports can be found in front of the Library Desk
We know you want more seats in the RSL, and we are working on it, but with some of those seats you’ll need tables. We have two different laptop tables that we are testing and we’d appreciate your feedback.
Both tables are height adjustable but have slightly different styles.
Table 1 has a round shape and a solid base.
Table 2 has a square design.
Give us your feedback by adding a vote for the table you like, use the whiteboard near the tables. You can also leave a comment.
Cast your vote!
If you have any further comments or suggestions you’d like to make about laptop tables you can reply here or email enquiries.rsl@bodleian.ox.ac.uk
Wellbeing during your studies can be affected by many things from your workload, to your accommodation to your relationships. The Oxford SU and the Counselling Service can offer help and advice on some of these big issues.
Sometimes just taking a break and doing something you find fun and relaxing can help with your wellbeing, whether it’s talking with friends, taking a walk or just resting. We recently shared a post about our regular wellbeing programme, feel free to drop into any of those events when they are on, like the Nature Walk on Monday 5 February.
We also have a range of special events from free hot chocolate to Craft events for DPhils coming up. Check out what we have planned in the RSL Wellbeing Calendar HT 2024. There’s also information about other wellbeing activities throughout the libraries on the Bodleian Libraries website. Keep an eye on our social media and posters in the library for updates on what’s coming next.
Scientific research often revolves around dealing with data. This could be analysing existing data for new insights, tracking down data in publications or online databases, or creating entirely new data sets through lab, clinic and field work. It’s the data that helps you test hypotheses and provides the supporting evidence for conclusions in published papers and theses.
Data comes in many forms
Data comes in all different forms from DNA sequences and mass spectrometer readings to interviews with patients, software code and rock samples. Whatever the data, making sure you have good systems in place to manage that data can help ensure that your data is :
Safe – keeping backups and storing data securely can help prevent loss of vital research and avoid running into legal problems when dealing with sensitive data.
Reusable – making sure that data is well documented and in standardised formats can ensure that it continues to be meaningful and reusable by yourself and others.
Shared – Although not all research data can be shared, making data available in online repositories and archives can help speed up scientific research and save money by removing the need to recreate existing data sets and allowing others to analyse data in new and different ways.
Preserved – Archiving data in repositories can ensure that data being generated now can be fully available to the scientists of the future.
Reliable – Data management can improve confidence in the reliability of data and help to demonstrate ethical research practice and research reproducibility.
Citable – Just like a journal article, a dataset can be cited. By sharing and making data sets citable you’ll get credit and recognition for data as another valuable research output in its own right.
Research data management helps you embed sound data management practices into your work. However, getting started can be a bit daunting. Fortunately, the University of Oxford provides you with a whole range of support in this area.
Working together, the Bodleian Libraries, IT Services, Research Services and other groups around the University provide the resources, tools, information and training you need. To help provide guidance to researchers, the University has recently published its latest University of Oxford Research Data Management Policy. This policy is supported by the redeveloped Research Data Oxford (RDO) website which now offers improved access to all the information you need about research data management at the University.
If you’re new to research data management, start here for a gentle and friendly introduction – https://researchdata.ox.ac.uk/new-start-here. Or, even quicker, you can watch the one minute introduction to Research Data Management below.
Still got questions? No problem! We have a dedicated team that can answer research data management questions – researchdata@ox.ac.uk
This comprehensive, twelve volume reference work reflects the interdisciplinary influences on evolutionary psychology and serves as a major resource for its history, scientific contributors and theories. It offers the full breadth of an area that is the forefront of behavioural thinking and investigation.
This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY
Who is this for?
This resource will be of interest to Students and researchers in Biology and Experimental Psychology.
How can I access it?
This book is available through SOLO. To access this off campus use the VPN or sign in to the journal platform with your Single Sign On (SSO).
Reading lists are collections of materials such as books, chapters, journal articles, and more, recommended by your tutor for your studies. These lists can be distributed in print or electronically through platforms like email, Canvas, or ORLO.
Oxford Reading Lists Online (ORLO):
ORLO is an online system for accessing reading lists at the University of Oxford. It offers features such as checking the availability of print items in the library, accessing full-text electronic resources using ‘View Online’ buttons, and aiding time efficiency in your studies.
Accessing ORLO:
You can find your course’s reading list through the ORLO homepage or your course’s Canvas site. If your course isn’t on ORLO, you can contact your Subject Librarian or email orlo@bodleian.ox.ac.uk for assistance. Note that most ORLO lists are private and require an Oxford Single Sign On (SSO) for access.
photo (c) John Cairns
Tips for Using ORLO:
Download and Export: You can download an ORLO list in PDF format with retained links or as a RIS file for citation management.
Reading Intentions and Notes: Set private reading intentions to plan your studies and add personal notes to items.
Filter and Search: Use filters and the search bar to quickly find specific readings or types of resources.
Save Lists: Save lists to your profile for future reference, even after the academic year ends.
Report Broken Links: If ‘View Online’ links are broken, you can report them and get notified when they’re fixed (click the three dots on the far right of the reading list item and select ‘Report broken link’).
View Other Formats: Check book details and explore alternative editions through SOLO.
Access Digitised Content: Some lists include digitized chapters or articles from Bodleian Libraries, accessible through ‘View Online’ buttons.
Supporting the wellbeing of our students is a core part of the role of academic libraries, and one that we feel very passionately about here at the RSL.
Our Wellbeing Room is a welcoming space for students and staff to take a break and concentrate on their wellbeing by doing some colouring, jigsaws, Lego or just relaxing on a bean bag.
photo (c) John Cairns
We have regular activities taking place to help student wellbeing.
Daily activities:
Quiet Time: 4-5pm in the Wellbeing Room
We dim the lights and play calming nature videos for you to enjoy peace and quiet.
Drop in sessions: 2-4pm in the Wellbeing Room Your time to try any of the activities on offer, including jigsaws, reading, origami, knitting and more. The room will never be booked at this time.
Weekly activities:
Lego Lunch: Wednesdays 1-2pm in the Wellbeing Room You bring your lunch, and we provide the Lego. Eat, chat and create!
Monthly activities:
Nature Walk: First Monday of the Month 1-2pm. Meet in the Wellbeing Room Join us on a gentle nature walk around some of the University Parks.
We also have special activities taking place throughout the year, in cooperation with our University Partners and special guests! So far these have included themed crafting events (with snacks), some lovely therapy dogs, origami and more!
Keep an eye on our blog for updates on upcoming events, and follow us on Twitter/X @radcliffescilib.
If you have any suggestions for wellbeing events please let us know by emailing rsl-wellbeing@bodleian.ox.ac.uk, or replying here.
Ever wondered how computer algorithms and AI are changing our lives? Or perhaps you’ve got your eye on a future trip to Mars? Maybe you’d like to peep into the world of quantum mechanics or see the world from an ant’s perspective over your lunch break? Find the funnier side of mathematics (there really is one!)? If you’re intrigued by science in all its variety, this collection is for you!
What is it?
The Curiosity Collection showcases entertaining, informative and topical scientific writing and science journalism. You’ll find books on themes such as climate change, artificial intelligence, and women in STEM. There is also a range of beautifully illustrated books with inspiring images of the natural world.
Who is this for?
This collection is for anybody with an interest in science and technology, particularly if you would like an accessible introduction to a new topic or would just like to feed your curiosity on an exciting area of science!
How can I access it?
You’ll find the Curiosity Collection in the Breakout Space in the basement of the Radcliffe Science Library. It is available during library opening hours. You are welcome to both browse and borrow titles from this engaging selection. To borrow items, simply take your chosen book(s) to the Enquiry desk at the library entrance on the ground floor.
Term is finishing and vacation is approaching, finally. Whether you’re driving home for Christmas, another holidaym or staying in Oxford here are some tips to access the RSL and our resources.
The staff at the RSL hope you all have a restful and relaxing break.
Opening Hours
The Radcliffe Science Library will move to vacation hours on Monday 4 December.
The Library will be open:
Monday – Friday: 9am–7pm
Saturday: 10am–2pm
Sunday: Closed
We try to keep you up to date with important information about the RSL. We use our channels to promote our services such as borrowing books and interlibrary loan (ILL). We also share details on our skills sessions for reference management, metrics and search skills. We also have important update on closures, changes to library opening hours and other updates.
We also share information on the MPLS and MSD newsletters. If there’s another way you’d like to get information from the RSL let us know.
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