Notice: On Monday, April 4, 2022, the Science and Business Reading Room in the Adams Building will re-open. Our Reading Room hours are Mondays-Thursdays, 8:30am-8:30pm, and Fridays and Saturdays, 8:30am-5pm. Appointments will be optional, but encouraged to ensure collection material is accessible during your visit. Starting on April 4, researchers can request an appointment using the Science, Technology & Business online form. Library staff will confirm the date and time of your scheduled appointment. For more information visit the onsite researchers page.

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Science Reference Services (part of the Science, Technology and Business Division) is the principal location for research in the areas of science, technology, technical reports, and standards.