News

24h pick-up service is available again

The library's 24-hour pick-up service is now available again.

We have now installed the new 24-hour pick-up station for you at Technikerstraße 4. When you reserve a book, you can select the “24h pick-up station” as the pick-up location. This gives you the option of getting the books independent of opening hours. As soon as the books are ready for you, you will receive a notification via email. You can open the boxes with your library card or TU Graz Card. If you have any questions or problems with the new system, please contact the circulation team at any time, they will be happy to help you.

A video tutorial on how to use the service will follow soon.

Survey: "Library of Your Dreams"

Thank you for all the ideas and suggestions you sent us in response to our "Library of your Dreams" survey! Here you can find out what plans we have for the library:

• The library as a place to learn: We are developing a new learning zone concept and will take into account requests for more comfortable seating, swivel chairs, high tables, communication zones and quiet areas.
• Technical equipment: Additional extension cords have been ordered and can be collected from the circulation desks. We are also looking into installing more power sockets at the tables.
• Opening hours: We understand the desire for longer opening hours. This is currently not possible due to limited resources. However, as an alternative, there are numerous other study spaces available at TU Graz, including 24/7 study rooms.
• Eating & Drinking: Unfortunately, we cannot provide a microwave oven. However, you can heat up your food in the International Kitchen in the International House (Lessingstraße 32) and meet new people at the same time.
• Building improvements: We will continue to pass on any requests for better ventilation, cleaner windows or air conditioning to the relevant departments.

Presentation of 'Stadtteil Ragnitz' model

On 5 November, the Institute of Architectural Theory, History of Art and Cultural Studies, in cooperation with the TU Graz Library and Archive, will present a replica of the legendary 'Stadtteil Ragnitz' model by Günther Domenig and Eilfried Huth.

The 'Stadtteil Ragnitz' (transl. Ragnitz quarter) model is an utopian megastructure that won the Grand Prix d'Urbanisme et d'Architecture in Cannes in 1969 and made the architectural style “Grazer Schule” internationally famous. Thanks to a generous donation, the replica is on permanent public display in the library from 5 November.

Presentation of the 'Stadtteil Ragnitz' model
5 November 2024, 6:30 pm
Main Library, Technikerstraße 4

Welcome address:
Rector Horst Bischof
Dean Petra Petersson
Head of TU Graz Library and Archives

About the Ragnitz Model:
Dr. Wolfdieter Dreibholz
em. Prof. Bart Lootsma

Moderation:
Professor Anselm Wagner

Workshop: Literaturrecherche mit KI

On 24 October and 22 January, TU Graz Library will host a workshop on AI-based tools, chatbots and how to use them for literature searches.

In this workshop you will learn about tools that suggest relevant articles or books, create automated summaries and speed up research.

Literaturrecherche mit KI (in German)

24.10.2024, 1:30-3:00 pm, Inffeld Subject Library (meeting point at the circulation desk)
22.01.2025, 1:30-3:00 pm, Main Library (meeting point at the circulation desk)

Registration online

Chaos Code und mysteriöse Muster: Reading and discussion with Reinhard Kleindl

As part of the series of events 'Österreich liest. Treffpunkt Bibliothek', the thriller author, science journalist and physicist Reinhard Kleindl will read from his latest novel "Chaos Code" on 23 October and talk about his work as a science editor in a climate of increasing scientific scepticism.

In 'Chaos Code', a journalist and a Nobel Prize winner try to find out who has cracked the formula that threatens all the world's security codes. But their opponents are ruthless and hot on their heels.

Reinhard Kleindl lives in Graz and has been publishing crime and thriller novels since 2014. In addition to his work as an author, he is also the science editor of the daily newspaper 'Der Standard'. He was awarded the ÖFG Prize for Science Journalism in 2024 for one of his outstanding articles on the explanation of mysterious honeycomb patterns in salt deserts by Graz researcher Jana Lasser.

Chaos Code und mysteriöse Muster: Reading and discussion with Reinhard Kleindl (in German)

• Wednesday, 23 October 2024, 7:00 pm
• Main Library, Technikerstraße 4, 8010 Graz
• Welcome and moderation: Ulrike Krießmann
• Buffet and live music

Online registration requested

Entrance is free!

Book Sale

The library's book sale will take place again on 22 October in the Main Library.

At our book sale, we are selling outdated editions of our textbook collection and extra copies of various fields.

Price: 1 €, 2 € or 5 € per book

The revenue is used to buy new textbooks.

Date: Tuesday, 22 October 2024, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (Further books will be added at 14:00)
Location: Main Library, Technikerstraße 4

Web of Science Research Assistant: Trial Access

Until 20 October, all members of TU Graz have the opportunity to use the Web of Science Research Assistant, a new AI feature of the Web of Science database, as part of a trial access.

The trial access to the Web of Science Research Assistant is automatically available and can be used directly in the Web of Science database. Simply click on 'Research Assistant' in the top right-hand corner of the Web of Science homepage. Please make sure that you are connected to the TU Graz campus network.

We look forward to receiving your feedback on this feature at service.bibliotheknoSpam@tugraz.at.

Programme Winter Semester 2024/25

All events organised by the library and its partners at a glance: From coffee lectures for students to the library’s popular book sale and online workshops on research-related topics, there is something for everyone in the programme!

You can either download the event programme for students and researchers or pick up a handy A5 card at one of our three library branches. All event details are also available on our website.

We look forward to seeing you at one or more of our events!

Main Library closed on 20 September

The Main Library will be closed on 20 September due to an internal event.

The Inffeld and NAWI Subject Libraries will be open as usual from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm.

Book return boxes are available in front of the entrance to the Main Library, Technikerstraße 4.

Scopus AI: Trial access

From 8 September to 5 October, TU Graz staff and students will have trial access to Scopus AI, the new AI feature of the Scopus database.

The trial access to Scopus AI is automatically available to you without any further steps. You can access this feature from the home page of the Scopus database. Simply click on the 'Scopus AI' tab. Please make sure that you are connected to the TU Graz campus network.

We look forward to receiving your feedback on this feature at service.bibliotheknoSpam@tugraz.at.

24-hour pick-up service currently not available

Due to the replacement of the parcel station in Technikerstraße 4, it will not be possible to collect reserved books at the station from 3 September.

During this time, please collect your reserved books from the circulation desk at the respective library branch during the opening hours. Books that were placed in the parcel station before 3 September can be collected until 10 September at the latest.

Thank you for your understanding!

Holiday opening hours

Main Library
08.07. – 02.08.: Mon – Fri, 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
05. – 30.08.: Mon – Fri, 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
02. – 20.09.: Mon – Fri, 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

NAWI and Inffeld Subject Libraries
08.07. – 20.09: Mon – Fri, 8:30 am – 1:00 pm

You can return books at any time to the return boxes in front of the entrance to all library branches.

To pick up books at our pick-up station on the same day, please reserve them at least 30 minutes before the library closes. Reservations we receive after that will be ready for you at the next working day.

We wish you nice summer holidays!

Understanding Research Metrics

On 20 June the Library offers an introductory online event to research metrics.

Learn about key concepts such as Journal Impact Factor, h-index and other - alternative - metrics. Participants will gain insight into the significance of these metrics to the scientific community, their benefits, but also their shortcomings.

Understanding Research Metrics
20.06.2024, 10:00–10:45 AM
Online via Webex
In English

Registration online

The Good, the Bad, and the Inbetween, Keeping the Scholarly Record Clean

On 18 June, TU Graz Library, in cooperation with the Austrian Transition to Open Access 2 / sub-project 'Predatory Publishing', invites you to an exchange on the changing face of scientific communication and its impact on good scientific practice and quality assurance.

What about the quality assurance of scientific publications? Phenomena such as predatory publishing or the controversial issue of the reliability of mass open access publishers such as MDPI or Frontiers continue to raise questions about the quality of scholarly communication. These issues will be explored in keynote speeches, a hands-on workshop and discussions to localise these issues and reflect on current practices and standards.

The Good, the Bad, and the Inbetween, Keeping the Scholarly Record Clean
18 June 2024, 1:00 – 5:30 PM
Stremayrgasse 16, EG, SR BMTEG038

This event is held in German.

Registration online

IEEE: Key Points to Getting Published

On 12 June, the Library is hosting an online event specifically for researchers: Eszter Lukács, IEEE Client Services Manager, will give an insight into the publication process at IEEE.

Deciding where to publish your research can be a daunting task. Should you write a conference paper, a journal article, or both? What is peer review, an ORCID ID, a predatory journal, and other publishing jargon? In "Key Points to Getting Published", IEEE's Eszter Lukács provides insights into publishing with IEEE.

Key Points to Getting Published
12.06.2024, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Online via Webex

This event is held in English.

Registration online

Spotlight: Bibliometrics

A whole month on one topic! The Spotlight format brings you information about library services. In focus this time: Bibliometrics.

From the Journal Impact Factor to the h-Index and altmetrics, the list of metrics in science is long. But in what contexts are they relevant for researchers?

With this Spotlight, the Library is helping researchers to get an overview of bibliometrics and their significance and application. Informative social media posts, online events, and a detailed blog post provide comprehensive information on the topic.

Coffee Lecture: Journal Citation Reports
5 June 2024, 1:30-1:50 pm
Online via Webex
No registration required

Understanding Research Metrics
20 June 2024, 10:00-10:45 am
Online via Webex
Registration online

Late shift at the library

Study and work late into the night with the late shift: on 11, 18 and 25 June the library will be open until midnight.

During the late shift, the library extends the opening hours of one of its branches until midnight. To help you keep going, coffee and cookies will be available from 7 PM.

Tuesday, 11 June 2024, Main Library
Tuesday, 18 June 2024, NAWI Subject Library
Tuesday, 25 June 2024, Inffeld Subject Library

No registration required!

Unlocking Knowledge: TU Graz Repository & Future Data Curation Innovations

On 23 May, the RDM team hosts a special event focused on unlocking the power of research data at TU Graz.

Join us as we delve into our institutional data repository, showcasing its capabilities and highlighting its importance in advancing research across disciplines. In addition to exploring our existing repository, we'll be unveiling a new data curation workflow set to revolutionize how we manage and leverage research data in the months to come.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights, ask questions, and shape the future of data-driven research at your university.

Unlocking Knowledge: TU Graz Repository & Future Data Curation Innovations
23 May 2024, 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Main Library, Technikerstraße 4, 8010 Graz

Register now to secure your spot!

Creative Commons (CC) Licences for Scientific Publications

On 16 May, the TU Graz library will be hosting a webinar on the use of Creative Commons licences in scientific publications.

A common approach to make a work – such as a scientific paper or a book – available to the public is by using a CC license (e.g., CC BY). In this webinar, DI Elisabeth Rosenberger (Open Access Team of TU Graz Library) will offer fundamental insights into the different CC licenses. Additionally, you'll learn about the prerequisites for correctly utilizing a CC-licensed work.

Creative Commons (CC) Licences for Scientific Publications
16.05.2024, 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
Online via Webex

This webinar is held in English.

Registration online

Online event: Wissenschaftliche Abschlussarbeiten und Urheberrecht

On 23 April, the library is offering a talk on copyright and theses with Dr Thomas Luzer, Head of the Law Library at the University of Vienna.

At this event, you will receive a brief introduction to the basic rules of copyright law as well as detailed information on the so-called "free use of works", which play an important role in the university environment. Researchers and students will learn how works may be used and in which cases caution is advised.

Wissenschaftliche Abschlussarbeiten und Urheberrecht
23 April 2024, 14:30-16:30
Online via Webex

Please register online. This event is held in German.

Online event: Strukturiertes Arbeiten mit Windows

Join us on 16 April for an insight into simple methods and tools for organising and optimising workflows in Windows.

In our online presentation, you will learn how to increase your productivity by making the most of the features and functions in Windows. You will learn practical tips and tricks to effectively organise your file management and application control. Designed for users at all levels of experience, the course offers concrete approaches to improving the way you use Windows and making your day-to-day work easier.

Strukturiertes Arbeiten mit Windows
16 April 2024, 10:00-10:45 am
Online via Webex
Language: German

Registration online

Opening hours during the Easter holidays

Library opening hours change during the Easter holidays from 25 March to 5 April.

Main Library
Mon – Fri, 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Good Friday, 29.03., 8:30 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.

Inffeld and NAWI Subject Libraries
Mon – Thu, 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Fri, 8:30 am – 1:00 pm

All library branches are closed on East Monday, April 1.

You can return books at any time to the return boxes in front of the entrance to the main library and subject libraries.

We wish you a happy Easter holiday!

Scite: AI tool for literature search

The library has acquired a licence for the full version of the Scite platform for all members of Graz University of Technology. Scite supports literature search with an AI tool.

With the Scite Assistant, Scite offers an interface similar to ChatGPT that generates scientifically sound answers to questions from millions of research articles. The sources cited are reliable and transparent.

Another function of Scite is to do innovative literature searches based on quantitative and qualitative citations. It shows you who cites scientific papers and additionally, performs a qualitative categorisation by highlighting the citation context. Scite uses both full-text articles and its deep learning model for this.

Join one of our introductory webinars to learn more about Scite's features. Two dates are available for the webinar:

Introduction to Scite
20 March 2024, 10:00am - 11:00am (Registration online)
04 April 2024, 11:00am -12:00pm (Registration online)

After registering, you will receive an email with a link to the webinar. A link to the webinar recording will be emailed to all registered attendees after the event.

The webinars will be held in English.

Wiley Author Workshops

Wiley is offering Open Access workshops for authors in February and March.

In these online workshops you will learn how the workflow for Open Access publications in Wiley's hybrid journals works. Authors will also receive tips on how to optimise the publication process.

The one-hour workshop can be attended free of charge on one of three dates:

22 February 2024, 9:00-10:00 am
11 March 2024, 14:00-15:00 pm
19 March 2024, 9:00-10:00 am

The workshops will be conducted in English. Please register online to receive the link to attend.

Opening hours during semester break

Main Library
05.02.2024 – 23.02.2024: 8:30 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
Shrove Tuesday, 13.02.2024: 8:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.

Subject Libraries
Inffeld und NAWI
05.02.2024 – 23.02.2024: 8:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.

You can return books at any time to the return boxes in front of the entrance to the main library and subject libraries.

We wish you a happy semester break!

Spotlight: Predatory Practices

A whole month on one topic! The Spotlight format brings you information about library services. In focus this time: Predatory practices.

So-called predatory publishers pretend to offer publishing services to researchers, but then fail to provide them. Examples of services that are not provided include peer review, editorial work or adequate archiving of scholarly articles. Publishing in predatory journals or attending predatory conferences not only costs researchers money, but can also severely damage their reputation.

With this Spotlight, the Library is helping researchers avoid the trap of predatory publishers. Informative social media posts, a one-hour event with a Q&A session, and a detailed blog post provide comprehensive information on how to protect yourself from such practices.

Spotting Predatory Practices in Publishing
16 January 2024, 10:00-11:00 am
Online via Webex
Language: English
Registration online
Please, find all details on the event on the library's event page.