Newsletter Issue: 58 (Oct 2023)

Introducing the PolyU Library Mobile App – Your Smart Library Companion

The PolyU Library Mobile App combines library services, facility booking, Indoor Positioning System (IPS) and mobile technologies to offer you a range of features that make your library visit, locating availability of seats and facilities, and room booking more convenient, productive, and enjoyable.

Expanding User-friendly Self-service Library Facilities

The Library has introduced different self-service facilities to enhance user experience, such as self-check stations/kiosks for borrowing and returning of books, AV materials, notebooks, tablets and other digital equipment, round-the clock automated book return station, laptop lockers and sterilisers for books and digital equipment, etc. With these self-service facilities, you can enjoy greater convenience and easier access to library collections and services.

EndNote 21 Now Available for Download

Take your time to download EndNote 21 or upgrade your reference management tool to the latest version in order to use its new features and enhancements.

Library Orientation for New Students

Did you miss the chance to join the Library Orientation? No worry, you may take your time to watch our recording of Library Orientation for new students and explore our Library Guide to get familiar with the Library’s services, spaces, and essential collections now.

Embrace Open Access Publishing: Unlocking the Power of Knowledge Sharing

Embracing open access enables us to reach a global audience, foster collaboration and accelerate innovation. PolyU Library has signed a number of transformative agreements with renowned publishers to promote open research and publishing within our university community. Depositing your Final Accepted Manuscripts into the PolyU Institutional Research Archive (PIRA) is another way to increase your research visibility and make your work openly accessible to a wide-ranging audience. Learn more.

MakerMindset@i-Space Workshops – Join Now!

Get ready to dive into the world of emerging technologies at the i-Space of the Library! The Library offers a series of workshops for MakerMindset@i-Space Programme, which provides hands-on experience in creating digital content and prototypes.

Metaverse Contest

The Library’s i-Space is introducing a new Metaverse Contest for PolyU students. Grab the opportunities to learn more about the Metaverse, join our seminars and workshops offered by experts in the field, and take part in the contest to build your immersive virtual worlds with innovation and creativity. Learn more.

Inspire and Be Inspired! Explore the Outstanding Work by PolyU Students

New feature stories of Outstanding Work by Students (OWS) are now being showcased on the Library Podium Floor and the OWS Online Portal. Explore the inspirational success stories of PolyU students to spark your imagination!