Things in the library 15th Nov...

Things we do...

Are you aware of our Book a Librarian Service? People sometimes say to us 'I'm sorry to bother you...' but we are here to be bothered...that's our job. Never worry about asking us what you might think is a silly question...we may not know everthing but we usually know where to find out. With our 'Book a Librarian' service you can get help with anything from using email to literature search training or designing a conference poster in a 1:1 session tailored just for you. Click on the link above to book some time with us.

Things to attend...

Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is an annual observance on November 20th when trans and gender-diverse people, whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence in the past 12 months, are remembered and honoured. It is an opportunity to come together with our communities and grieve collectively. Organised by local LGBT+ youth group SAYit and Sheffield LGBT+ events. At Hallam Square 5.30 - 6.30pm. All SCH Rainbow Badge wearers and supporters are invited to attend.

Things about sepsis...
You may have seen in the news this week mention of a new test for sepsis in children. Whenever you hear or read a news story and want to know more about it...and if it is true.. the best place to go is the NHS Behind the headlines site. Here you can read their opinion of the news story and what the actual research says that is behind it. In this case they conclude:

"This study is the first for many years to make some progress in our understanding of sepsis. It opens up possibilities for research into potential drugs that could be used in the future. This study also suggests ways in which the Persevere II test could be used to identify people at high risk of life-threatening sepsis, so they can be treated quickly and with the most appropriate dose of antibiotics.
However, this is very early-stage research. Just because a treatment works for mice does not mean it will work for humans. Translating results from a species to another, as the researchers do in this study, does not always work. Higher-dose antibiotics have not been tested for children identified as at high risk of life-threatening sepsis. Higher than usual doses could have damaging effects.
The Persevere II test is still being worked on, so is not yet generally available for doctors to use. In a media interview, a researcher said it is about 2 years away from being made available."

Things to visit...

Did you know the University has a small museum (Alfred Denny Museum of Zoology) which is usually open for guided tours at 10 am, 11 am and 12 pm on the first Saturday of each month . There are only 25 places per tour so it is recommended that you book early. Next date is 7th December. High quality specimens from across the globe from all major phyla including fossils and material of extinct animals, which demonstrate the diversity of animal life on earth. The displays include a large spirit collection (animals stored in alcohol) and fully articulated skeletons of a wide range of vertebrates.

Things about full-text articles...
In order to access most full-text articles you will need an NHS Athens account which is free and easy to set up. This will give you access to certain key resources and journals. If a journal you want isn't listed as available via this route then fill in our Article request form and we can get most things for you within a couple of days. There is a small charge for this, max £3 for each article but often a lot less as the charge is 15p per page. If you are involved in teaching University of Sheffield students you can apply for Honorary status with the University which then gives you access to their electronic journal holdings without charge.

Things to make...
In preparation for Christmas now would be a good time to make Delia's  mincemeat - it is easy to buy but also easy to make - use vegetarian suet if you prefer. Or if you get the ingredients now you can make it on 24th November known as Stir-up Sunday the traditional day for making Christmas puddings.