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MLA is a non-profit, educational organization of health sciences information professionals. Founded in 1898, MLA provides lifelong educational opportunities, supports a knowledge base of health information research and works with a global network of partners to promote the importance of quality information for improved healthcare.

Looking to learn more about copyright in the age of generative A.I?Join us on June 17 & 24 to explore how librarians can...
06/03/2026

Looking to learn more about copyright in the age of generative A.I?

Join us on June 17 & 24 to explore how librarians can help their organizations apply copyright concepts, spot risk in A.I. use, and build practical best practices for responsible use and compliance.

Register today: https://ow.ly/1avh50Z7iZu

Rescheduled to: Wednesday, June 17 and Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm Central Time Copyright in the digital age is complex and confusing–like a gray murky fog…

Mark your calendar for June 10 at 2 PM CT!Join us for a presentation from the 2025–26 MLA Rising Stars as they share res...
06/02/2026

Mark your calendar for June 10 at 2 PM CT!

Join us for a presentation from the 2025–26 MLA Rising Stars as they share research and recommendations on the professional development needs of mid-level managers in health information sciences.

Register here: https://ow.ly/t0nT50Z6QHx

The 2025-2026 MLA Rising Stars cohort investigated the professional development needs of mid-level managers in MLA by conducting a survey of MLA members. In this presentation, the Rising Stars will share the findings of their survey, as well as recommendations for enhancing MLA's educational opportu...

Curious how generative AI can support your everyday library workflow?Join us on Thursday, June 25, at 1 PM CT for a prac...
06/01/2026

Curious how generative AI can support your everyday library workflow?

Join us on Thursday, June 25, at 1 PM CT for a practical webinar exploring real-world use cases for generative AI in health sciences librarianship, including day-to-day tasks, advanced searching, and language interpretation.

Register here: https://ow.ly/ueNL50Z5hOt

Scheduled: Thursday, June 25, 2026, 1:00pm–2:30pm, Central Time Generative AI is rapidly becoming part of everyday library work—but how can health sciences librarians use it effectively, ethically…

Check out this week's  !Book club at a medical school in the Sertão region of Rio Grande do Norte State, Brazil ➡️https:...
05/29/2026

Check out this week's !

Book club at a medical school in the Sertão region of Rio Grande do Norte State, Brazil ➡️https://ow.ly/YmFw50YZKoK

How Can AI Models Change Biomedical Discovery?Learn how AI is being used to analyze EHRs, medical images, and molecular ...
05/27/2026

How Can AI Models Change Biomedical Discovery?

Learn how AI is being used to analyze EHRs, medical images, and molecular data, and why training data, ethics, and reproducibility matter more than ever. Explore the future of biomedical discovery with Regina Barzilay, PhD, at the 2026 Joseph Leiter NLM/MLA Lecture on Wednesday, June 10 at 2 PM ET.

Register here: https://ow.ly/oqEk50Z4JN9

Regina Barzilay, PhD, a leading expert in artificial intelligence and health, will present the 2026 Joseph Leiter National Library of Medicine (NLM)/Medical Library Association (MLA) Lecture…

What role should librarians play in AI and copyright guidance?This instructor-led course on June 17 and 24 explores copy...
05/25/2026

What role should librarians play in AI and copyright guidance?

This instructor-led course on June 17 and 24 explores copyright risk management, responsible AI use, and how libraries can support informed decision-making in a rapidly changing landscape.

Register here: https://ow.ly/8UrH50YZGYw

Rescheduled to: Wednesday, June 17 and Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm Central Time Copyright in the digital age is complex and confusing–like a gray murky fog…

Check out this week's  !Implementing a Spanish Wikipedia elective for medical students➡️ https://ow.ly/cWcf50YZKkZ
05/22/2026

Check out this week's !

Implementing a Spanish Wikipedia elective for medical students➡️ https://ow.ly/cWcf50YZKkZ

From engaging immersion sessions and lightning talks to meaningful conversations in the Hall of Exhibits, there’s no sho...
05/21/2026

From engaging immersion sessions and lightning talks to meaningful conversations in the Hall of Exhibits, there’s no shortage of inspiration here at . This week truly has been all about Cultured Collaborations and shaping the future of health information.

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Join us June 10 for the 2026 Joseph Leiter NLM/MLA Lecture featuring Regina Barzilay, a leading voice in AI and health.D...
05/21/2026

Join us June 10 for the 2026 Joseph Leiter NLM/MLA Lecture featuring Regina Barzilay, a leading voice in AI and health.

Discover how AI is reshaping biomedical discovery and explore the opportunities, challenges, and ethical considerations surrounding emerging technologies in healthcare and research.

Register here: https://ow.ly/PiWb50Z2Hmw

Regina Barzilay, PhD, a leading expert in artificial intelligence and health, will present the 2026 Joseph Leiter National Library of Medicine (NLM)/Medical Library Association (MLA) Lecture…

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