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Generally, we recommend doing a search on the library's homepage using the Discovery search box when just starting out with your research or class assignment. It searches across many of our databases and the library catalog. Here is a video tutorial (https://guides.lib.lsu.edu/c.php?g=1184345&p=8662507) on how to search Discovery for scholarly resources. Finally, if you prefer to meet with a research librarian who can give you a much deeper dive into searching and using our resources, you can set up an appointment with one. Here (https://www.lib.lsu.edu/about/staff/specialists) is a list of our research librarians organized by their subject areas. We especially recommend that faculty and graduate students contact their subject specialists when working on major research projects. For basic research tips, see this research guide (https://guides.lib.lsu.edu/ENG1001) . Answered by: Electronic Resources

LSU Library used to offer a service that allowed library to patrons to recall items checked out to other patrons. Access Services no longer offers this option. Instead, if LSU Librarys copy of an item is checked out, patrons can obtain a different copy of the item through Interlibrary Loan. Catalog records for items that are checked out contain links for Interlibrary Loan that import the items citation information directly into a request form. In certain rare situations, library staff may recall an item from a patron. LSU Libraries | Interlibrary Loan Answered by: Access Services Staff

You can place a hold (https://youtu.be/XxaJiykyfn4?si=vdZHE2CQLiw-mvls) via the catalog or reach out to the department directly via email (mailto:libgovdocs@lsu.edu) . Answered by: Hayley Johnson

Yes, LSU Library offers book deliveries to faculty and staff only . We will deliver LSU Library books and interlibrary loan books to your departmental mailbox. Reserve and Government Document materials will not be included. To use the service, request the item through your interlibrary loan account. On the request form under "Delivery Options" select "Deliver to Departmental Mailbox." The request will arrive 1-2 business days from the date we receive the item. Heres how to get your materials delivered:
- You will need an ILLiad account to make the request.
- Once logged in, you will need to select "Deliver to Departmental Mailbox" for your Delivery Method. Books will be delivered to the departmental mailbox of the requestors within 1-2 business days. A second attempt will be made if the delivery is not successful the first time, but if the department office is inaccessible again, patrons will receive an e-mail stating the problem and asking them to come pick up their materials.
- The materials will be placed on hold and kept at the checkout desk for 7 days. If they are not picked up in this time frame, they will be returned to the collection. Be aware of the following:
- Users are responsible for returning materials back to the library.
- Materials will be checked out to the patrons library account prior to being delivered.
- The user is responsible for the items requested through this service.
- Any LSU Library books not returned or renewed within 40 days of the due date will be considered lost and the usual penalties will apply.
- A limit of eight physical material format items can be requested per day. LSU Libraries | Book Delivery Answered by: Access Services Staff

A patent (https://www.uspto.gov/patents/basics) is a property right granted by the U.S. Government to an inventor to exclude others from making, using, offering for sale, or selling the invention throughout the United States or importing the invention into the United States for a limited time in exchange for public disclosure of the invention when the patent is granted. A trademark (https://www.uspto.gov/trademarks/basics) can be any word, phrase, symbol, design, or a combination of these things that identifies your goods or services. Its how customers recognize you in the marketplace and distinguish you from your competitors. Answered by: Kendall Caple

Report the theft of the item to Circulation ( libcirc@lsu.edu (mailto:libcirc@lsu.edu) ) as soon as possible. If you provide a copy of the police report or official documentation with the case file number, any overdue fines and the service charge will be waived. Patrons are responsible for the replacement cost of the item in all circumstances. LSU Libraries | Lost or Damaged Items Answered by: Access Services Staff

LSU Libraries has a Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC), representative who can answer general questions about the patent and trademark process, but they are not an attorney and cannot provide legal advice or help file the actual patent. In addition to answering general questions, our PTRC representative can:
- Provide free brochures and forms on patents and trademarks via email or in person.
- Offer free one-on-one consultations by appointment (https://lsu.libcal.com/appointments/caple) .
- Instruct patrons in the use of search tools such as PatFT (Patent Full-Text) and TESS (Trademark Electronic Search System)
- Direct patrons to legal assistance and resources. For free assistance in filing a patent, consider contacting the USPTOs Pro Se Assistance Center (https://www.uspto.gov/patents/basics/using-legal-services/pro-se-assist…) . Pro se personnel can meet with applicants to answer patent-related questions and assist in filing their applications via video conference or telephone. For an appointment: Please call 1-866-767-3848 or email ProSeAssistanceCenter@uspto.gov (http://www.ProSeAssistanceCenter@uspto.gov/) or click the appointment link HERE (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pro-se-appointments-tickets-99211447109) . Answered by: Kendall Caple

Fines for damages are assessed according to the severity of the damage and range from $10.00 to the replacement cost of the item. LSU Libraries | Lost or Damaged Items Answered by: Access Services Staff

Trademarks, patents (https://www.uspto.gov/trademarks/basics/trademark-patent-copyright#) , and copyrights (https://www.uspto.gov/trademarks/basics/trademark-patent-copyright#) are different types of intellectual property (https://www.uspto.gov/trademarks/basics/trademark-patent-copyright#) . The USPTO (https://www.uspto.gov/) grants patents and registers trademarks. The U.S. Copyright Office (https://www.copyright.gov/) at the Library of Congress registers copyrights. Use the IP Identifier (https://ipidentifier.uspto.gov/) to learn what kind of intellectual property you have. Once you identify your IP needs, click the following links below for further information on how to register your properties: Patent Process Overview (https://www.uspto.gov/patents/basics/patent-process-overview) Trademark Process Overview (https://www.uspto.gov/trademarks/basics/trademark-process) Copyright Registration Tutorials (https://www.copyright.gov/eco/tutorials.html) Answered by: Kendall Caple

The LSU Student Technology Fee funds the purchase of mobile computing devices available for checkout at the checkout desk in room 241 of LSU Library. These include laptops, webcams, PC microphones, computer mice, calculators, phone chargers, HDMI cables, dry erase markers and erasers, umbrellas, and more. Gear 2 Geaux is solely for student use because it is funded by student fees. Music Resources also houses a Creator Space outfitted with video and audio recording equipment. See the links below for more information. LSU Libraries | Gear 2 Geaux
LSU Libraries | Creator Space Answered by: Access Services Staff

You can print from the viewers on the 2 nd floor. There are guides next to the machines to help with printing. Access Services staff are also available to assist when needed. Answered by: Hayley Johnson

Please review the library hours on the library website (linked below). LSU Libraries | Hours
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