The goal of the NNLM is to advance the progress of medicine and improve public health by providing U.S. health professionals with equal access to biomedical information and improving individuals' access to information to enable them to make informed decisions about their health.
The Health Sciences and Human Services Library at the University of Maryland, Baltimore serves as the Regional Medical Library (RML) for Region 1, which provides programs, services, and dedicated support for NNLM Members in Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia.
Looking for assistance? Browse our staff directory to find contact information, and get to know the RML staff by reading their personal bios.
Member organizations are eligible for benefits and services, including: NNLM funding, access to training, partnership opportunities, free educational and printed materials, NLM Traveling Exhibitions, and institutional recognition as a Network Member.
Browse NNLM's upcoming training opportunities, course catalog, and recordings of past webinars.
Call for Proposals: Express Outreach and Education Project Awards
Applications are now open for Express Outreach and Education Project Awards. Apply by April 8, 2024 4:00 PM ET
- Download a copy of the Call for Proposals
- Download a Word version of the application.
Region 1 staff are available to answer your specific questions regarding the call for applications for the upcoming engagement and training project awards. We'd love to hear about your project ideas, answer questions about the application process, and discuss NNLM training and NLM resources available to enhance your application prior to submitting your application.
View our materials from the NNLM Region 1 Funding Program Office Hours
Feel free to review these funding resources
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Region 1 Consultations and Training
NNLM Region 1 staff are available for consultation and training on applicable NLM resources and potential projects.
Are You Up-To-Date?
NNLM liaisons: Is your organization's NNLM profile up-to-date? Here's how to check:
- Login to your NNLM user account.
- Update your password if needed.
- Follow the "Update my profile" link
- Update your organization's profile as needed or contact Region 1 for assistance.
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Keep In Touch!
Email: Contact Region 1 staff via email
Region Weekly Digest: Subscribe to the Region 1 Insights Weekly Digest to receive the latest news and announcements about educational and funding opportunities.
Social Media:
- Region 1 Insights
- Region 1 YouTube Playlist (Past Recordings)
Membership: If your organization is interested in becoming a member of the NNLM, you can sign up here. It's free!
DOCLINE Questions: Email Region 1 DOCLINE Support
Governance: Learn more about the Region 1 Governance Program if you're interested in participating, please contact Tony Nguyen, Executive Director
Funding Support: If your project was funded by the Region 1 Office, please refer to the Funded Projects Guide for assistance to many frequently asked questions.