Newsletter Issue: 59 (Feb 2024)

Enhanced Open Access Publishing: Explore an Expanded List of Publishers

Now PolyU corresponding authors have additional options to publish open access articles with a full waiver of Article Processing Charges (APCs). We have new Transformative Agreements (TA) with additional leading publishers, which will provide greater options for open access publishing. Learn more.

Rapido – Enhancement of HKALL and Interlibrary Loan Services

Embedded in the Library’s discovery tool (OneSearch), the new Rapido resource sharing system expands the access to books, book chapters and articles beyond the PolyU collection. It simplifies the process of HKALL and Interlibrary Loan (ILL) services, enables PolyU students and staff to track delivery status of their requests and submit renewal requests easily.

Digital Scholarship Services – Embracing Digital Transformation of Learning and Scholarly Research

The Library’s Digital scholarship services provide digital tools, support and resources for researchers and students to engage in innovative digital projects and to embrace digital transformation in their learning and scholarly research. These services are made possible through specialised software, high-performance PCs, equipment for digitisation service, self-service studios and Digital Visualisation Room at i-Space (4/F North Wing) and 3/F (North Wing), as well as collaboration in digital humanities projects.

Medicinal Berries and Impact on Type 2 Diabetes: New Feature Story in Outstanding Work by Students Showcase

Nominated by Faculties/Schools, six feature stories of PolyU students have been newly added to the Outstanding Work by Students (OWS) Showcase and Online Portal. Get inspired by the success stories and learning experience of PolyU students in various disciplines now.

Library Extension & Revitalisation (LER) Project – New Furniture Available

Looking for a study space which is devoid of unnecessary distractions? In addition to 1/F, 4/F and 5/F, semi-enclosed study carrels are now also available at G/F and 3/F South Wings of the Library.

Larger External Monitors Available for Your Laptop Computers

Want to have bigger screen for better visibility and more desktop space for multitasking? Try out the latest laptop-to-monitor connection service available at i-Space, 4/F North Wing of the Library now.