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Reviewers will evaluate many types of resources such as databases and catalogs, electronic collections, research and reference tools, library management systems, and educational instruments. Health sciences resources are the primary focus of reviews, though library resources are included as appropriate. To be reviewed, resources must be readily accessible for use in health sciences libraries. 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