| By K. Lee Lerner | In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, governments, pharmaceutical companies, and teams of scientists have invested heavily in the research and testing of potential vaccines.1 From foundational molecular analysis of the novel and highly infectious SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus (COVID-19) to advanced clinical trials of vaccines to ensure that they are both … Read more
| By Jennifer Stock | On occasion there may be someone you have to executeBut when you’re a professional pirateYou don’t have to wear a suit— “A Professional Pirate,” Muppets Treasure Island (1996) Saturday, September 19 is International Talk Like a Pirate Day. This unofficial holiday was the brainchild of John Baur and Mark Summers, … Read more
| By: Gale Staff | Demographic Reach Map Available in Select Dashboards Gale Analytics: Community Insights and Patron Insights now offer users the ability to understand their demographic reach by combining a census view of race/ethnicity by tract, with variables such as education level, household income, and race/ethnicity. Using census data provided by Experian, census … Read more
| By Gale Staff | As patients and their caregivers consider the best course of action for medical issues, they weigh the benefits and risks associated with surgical solutions. Written especially for patients and allied health care students by experts in the field, The Gale Encyclopedia of Surgery and Medical Tests, 4th Edition provides in-depth coverage of … Read more
| By Kristin Fust, Product Manager | New Product Launch: Gale Presents: Peterson’s Career Prep The job market has changed dramatically in the last 10 years. Nontraditional career paths are growing, entrepreneurship is on the rise, and there’s increased interest in seeking jobs that align with personal values. As we now collectively grapple with the … Read more
| By Gale Staff | We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of the Gale Product Menu (formerly known as the Gale Common Menu). On Friday, August 28, 2020, Gale customers will have the power to quickly identify and access all their Gale products through a completely reimagined and intuitive interface. Here’s what you can … Read more
| By Kristin Fust, Product Manager II, Gale | We’re happy to announce that APA 7 citations are now available in Gale products! This update replaces the APA 6 citations that were previously supported, giving users access to the most recent version of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association. Citation options are accessible … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Students around the world have been challenged in unforeseen ways in 2020. Now, as they embark on a new school year in various environments, the need to be engaged and connected is undeniable. Educators, parents, grandparents – all are invited to participate in Global Read Aloud 2020, a free resource … Read more
| By Gale Staff | No doubt your readers represent a range of ethnicities, races, beliefs, cultures, and experiences. Are your shelves stocked with a selection of titles to engage them – allowing them the comfort of finding representation while also encouraging them to walk in someone else’s shoes? Our October picks explore the journeys … Read more
| By Kristen Dorsch & Michelle Lee | LGBTQIA+ Literature for Students (LGBTQIA+LfS), Volume 1—the second in Gale’s new line of For Students special editions—is now available! It includes 14 entries on novels, poems, short stories, and dramas that have never before been covered in For Students. Entries include works from tried-and-true authors, such as … Read more