Information For Librarians

Welcome, Librarians!
Thank you for considering the Journal of Biological and Medical Innovations (JBMI) as a valuable resource for your library’s collection. As key players in supporting access to high-quality academic content, librarians help facilitate the dissemination of knowledge. We are pleased to offer JBMI as a resource that can benefit your institution and its users, providing access to cutting-edge research in biological sciences, medicine, and biomedical innovations.

Why Include JBMI in Your Library Collection?

  • Open Access: JBMI is an open-access journal, meaning all content is freely accessible online to readers worldwide. By including JBMI in your library collection, your institution can provide free access to a wealth of high-quality, peer-reviewed research without the barrier of paywalls or subscription fees.
  • Interdisciplinary Coverage: JBMI publishes research that spans multiple disciplines, including molecular biology, clinical medicine, biotechnology, and biomedical engineering. This broad focus ensures that the journal is a valuable resource for students, researchers, and healthcare professionals across a wide range of fields.
  • Global Reach and Impact: With global distribution, the research published in JBMI contributes to the wider academic and clinical community. Including JBMI in your collection helps your users stay up-to-date with the latest trends, discoveries, and innovations in the fields of biology and medicine.
  • No Subscription Fees: As an open-access journal, there are no subscription fees associated with accessing the journal's content. Institutions and libraries can provide unrestricted access to all published research without worrying about licensing or access costs.

Accessing JBMI Content:

  • Full Access for All Users: All published articles in JBMI are available free of charge. You and your library users can access the journal’s content anytime and from anywhere with internet access. We also provide institutional repository options for archiving content and increasing visibility.
  • Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Services: JBMI supports interlibrary loan services to ensure that your patrons can easily obtain articles not available in your own library’s collection. If you wish to set up or manage interlibrary loan agreements with us, please reach out for more information.
  • Institutional Repository and Archiving: As part of our commitment to long-term accessibility, JBMI’s content is archived in trusted digital repositories, ensuring that research remains accessible for future generations. We encourage institutions to deposit copies of the journal’s issues into their own institutional repositories to further increase availability.

How to Add JBMI to Your Library’s Collection:

  • Online Access: You can link directly to JBMI’s website from your library’s digital resources. All journal articles are available without a subscription or payment barrier.
  • Promoting Access to JBMI: Help your users discover JBMI by promoting it through your library’s website, newsletters, or digital bulletin boards. Providing users with easy access to cutting-edge research strengthens your library's reputation as a vital academic resource.
  • Inclusion in Databases and Catalogs: JBMI is indexed in major academic databases, increasing its discoverability. Ensure that your institution’s catalog or discovery tools include JBMI to make it easier for your users to find our articles.

For Librarians Managing Open Access Content:

  • Usage Metrics: As part of our open-access model, we offer usage statistics and reports for library administrators. These metrics help you understand the impact and reach of the journal’s articles within your institution.
  • Content Sharing: Since JBMI follows an open-access model, you are encouraged to share links to articles, syndicate content on library websites, and use articles in teaching materials. This helps foster a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment across your institution.
  • Promoting Open Access Research: We encourage libraries to support the open-access movement by sharing information about JBMI with faculty, researchers, and students. Open-access publishing increases visibility, fosters collaboration, and supports the global distribution of research.