About Us

The mission 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.
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Project Funding

NNLM offers funding for projects that improve access to health information, increase engagement with research and data, expand professional knowledge, and promote awareness and use of NLM resources in local communities.

Training Opportunities

NNLM offers a variety of online, on-demand and in-person training opportunities to support professional development and continuing education for librarians, educators, and health professionals.

Upcoming Classes

December 15, 2025 - April 15, 2027
Introduction to Statistics: Understanding the Methods Section (On-Demand)

Across 5 modules, you will be systematically introduced to the most common statistical techniques, along with articles that use those techniques so we can see the techniques in action in the wild. No previous experience with statistics or coding is required or expected.

April 15, 2026
NCDS 2026 Internship Information Session

Attend this session to learn all about the internship, including applying, timeline, projects, and more. Also, be sure to bring questions!

April 28, 2026
Region 7 Presents: SciENcv- An Introduction

This class will explain what SciENcv is, why it is an important tool for researchers and information professionals, and provide a walkthrough of how to use SciENcv.

April 29, 2026
Region 7 Presents: Funded Project Report Back on Indoor Air Quality Resources

Hear how two public libraries introduced CO2 Monitoring Kits into their circulating collection.