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Access the MIT Libraries Dataverse collection with Touchstone

Access data purchased by the MIT Libraries in our Dataverse collection by choosing MIT from the drop down menu on the login page.  ...

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Mozart rolls the dice

Recently the Wunsch Conservation Lab staff received this puzzle: a game of musical chance by W.A. Mozart in which new compositions are created by...

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Find some Om under the Dome

Find some Om under the Dome

So you’ve got an intense workload this semester…we get that! To help you stay grounded and balanced, the MIT Libraries are hosting 30-minute silent meditations...

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Learn with the Libraries this July

Learn with the Libraries this July

Develop new skills this July in a series of classes at MIT Libraries. From instruction in GIS and data management software to talks exploring business resources...

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Data Management: File Organization

Data Management: File Organization

July 19, 2016 3 - 4pm

Do you struggle with organizing your research data? Wonder if there’s a better way to arrange and name your data files to optimize your...

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Introduction to GIS

Introduction to GIS

July 14, 2016 1 - 4pm

We will introduce open source and proprietary Geographic Information System (GIS) software options and let attendees choose to work through exercises using ESRI ArcGIS...

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EndNote Basics

EndNote Basics

July 27, 2016 3 - 4pm

EndNote is a “personal bibliographic software” package which allows you to create and manage a database of bibliographic references. Learn how to find and...

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GIS Level 2

GIS Level 2

July 21, 2016 1 - 4pm

Expand your experience with GIS software, and learn how to create and edit GIS files, re-project data, and use tools like Clip, Buffer, and...

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Manage your PDFs and citations: Zotero and Mendeley

July 26, 2016 2 - 3pm

Using citation management software to create and maintain a collection of references or PDFs is common and important in today’s academic world. These tools...

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