Reference Phone: (612)626-3260 Fax: (612)626-2454 E-mail: medref@tc.umn.edu Primary Purposes: To educate users in the efficient methods of conducting research and effective use of information resources. To locate accurate and appropriate information for users. General User Services: Answering factual questions. Assisting with searching MNCAT, MEDLINE, and other databases. Instructing in the use of various manual and electronic information resources. Referring to appropriate information providers. Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8am - 6:30pm Friday: 8am - 5pm Saturday-Sunday: Noon - 5pm (Hours vary during U of M holidays, between academic semesters, and during summer.) Online Services: Ask Us (U of M Student/Staff/Faculty ONLY) Citation Clarification Service (U of M Student/Staff/Faculty ONLY) Literature Search Request (U of M Student/Staff/Faculty ONLY) Meet with a Librarian (U of M Student/Staff/Faculty ONLY) If you are not a current U of M student, staff, or faculty member, please contact the Biomedical Information Service for assistance.