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Policy MBLWHOI Library books circulate in Woods Hole for the patron's length of stay, or one year, whichever is shorter. Journals and some special collections do not circulate.
Library Cards
Patrons must hold a valid MBLWHOI Access Card to borrow materials. Cards are obtained in the MBL Digital Processing Center, Lillie 203, M-F.
Library Consortium Cards
Members of the public and patrons holding Biosciences Information Synthesis Collaboration (BISC) cards may use the collections onsite only. BISC card holders may make arrangements to borrow materials via Virtual Catalog or interlibrary loan, as appropriate. Patrons holding Boston Library Consortium (BLC) cards may borrow books for up to 60 days. MBLWHOI Library patrons may obtain access cards for BLC and BISC libraries from the library office in the Lillie building of MBL.
Circulation Locations/Procedures
- Lillie, 2nd floor Library lobby: 24/7 automated self check computer station.
- Data Library & Archives: Staff-assisted circulation, 8-5 M-F.
Direct Borrowing
Need a book we don't have? Use the Virtual Catalog to search and place a request. The book will be delivered to the pickup location of your choice, usually within a couple of days.
Interlibrary Loan
Need a book or journal article we don't have? Complete the interlibrary loan form and we will get the item from another library. Service takes several days to several weeks.
Course Reserves
Instructors and course assistants may place readings and other assignments on reserve in the Library for library use only, or make e-reserves available for remote use. For course listings and locations please check the course reserves page.
Renewals/Recalls
We use email and automated systems to renew or recall materials. Links are found on our online catalog where you may check your Library record.
Recommend a Book
Know of a book you think we should purchase for our collection? Recommend it!
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