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We have recently had a refurbishment of the ground floor area, and have a range of different study and recreation areas. You can use these spaces to relax, enjoy coffee and snacks or conduct group work and discussions- it is your space! Elsewhere in the library, we have bookable group Study Rooms, Study Pods, and a quiet and comfy Acoustic Booth f…

Come and get to know your friendly neighbourhood science library! The Moore Library is holding induction tours throughout October 2025.We'll show you around the library, and answer any questions you may have. We will also provide a short demonstration of the iDiscover, the University catalogue system, if desired.Induction tours will run from 13th t…

Readers across Cambridge University Libraries have access to the Electronic Legal Deposit collections of e-books and e-journals restored. At the end of October 2023, the British Library was subject to a major cyber-attack which disrupted access to UK Electronic Legal Deposit publications, including at Cambridge. A full scan of the Electronic Legal …

Welcome/Welcome back!The Moore Library will be running regular induction tours from the 9th October to 20th October.Regular tours will take place twice a day on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am and 3pm.No need to book, simply turn up at any of the times above!Can't make these times? Talk to one of the library team or email us and we will arr…

New eResource: Springer Mathematics and Statistics ArchiveWe are delighted to announce that Cambridge University Libraries has acquired the Springer Mathematics and Statistics Archive in perpetuity.The yellow Springer maths books are a striking feature of any library, and this acquisition gives us access to the complete back catalogue from the 1800…

The Moore Library operates a Click & Collect service which enables current library members to request books to be retrieved from the Moore Library’s collections.The service is available to all current staff and students who have a patron account on Alma, the library management system.If you have any further questions about Click & Collect from the …

Your favourite point of call for all the best tips and tricks has been given a fresh look to make it more identifiable and easier to locate the information you need.So what are Cambridge LibGuides?Cambridge LibGuides are user-friendly online web pages created by librarians to help you perform various tasks, such as researching topics, understanding…

CamGuides is a free online resource for all Master's students with a taught element. It's been drawn up by a team of library staff with input from current taught Master's students and academic staff.CamGuides is designed as an introduction to some of the academic, digital and research practices that you will engage in.It encourages you to think abo…

We are saddened to hear of the passing of Professor Stephen Hawking. He was an inspiration to many and pushed the boundaries of human knowledge through his groundbreaking work.Find out more about his incredible legacy here: http://www.cam.ac.uk/stephenhawking

To add to our growing social media presence and more closely engage with our users, The Betty & Gordon Moore Library has opened an Instagram account! Find great shots like these below and updates on the library news at @moorelibcam 

One of your great ideas from the library user feedback board/form was repeated throughout Michaelmas term: "Can we have some desks to study standing up? Sitting down for too long is bad for circulation".This has inspired the library's latest purchase and so now you will find four sit-stand workstations placed throughout the library. One on the seco…

The Moore Library staff is pleased to announce publication of the results of an ongoing collection development project designed to assist NatSci Tripos students.With the help of departmental supervisors, the Moore Library has been able to produce a series of Natural Sciences Tripos reading lists divided by part and subject.The completed lists inclu…

Did you know that taking breaks from intensive study has been proven to improve attention and to reinvigorate your senses?So, break space, chillout zone, leisure nook, rest stop, call it what you like - it's an area where you can now take a break from your intensive study. There's our comfiest chairs and a sofa to curl up on as well as more beanbag…

A series of scientific studies have shown that indoor plant life can lead to cleaner indoor air, reduce the effects of Sick Building Syndrome, and can boost idea generation and enhance problem-solving skills. Interestingly some recent feedback from Cambridge staff and students, particularly from those who attended the FutureLib's Big LEGO® Workshop…

The library now has four study pods located on the lower-ground floor.These comfortable, acoustic pods are designed to provide screening and restrict external noise. They are ideal for group discussion, project work or meetings. Alternatively, they can be used for private study.Each one holds up to six people and has a large table with easy-access …