Checkout slips are available for other transactions. Reserve materials are non-circulating, except with special permission by the instructor. Bound journals may be checked out on a short-term basis only. Current journal issues cannot be checked out and remain in the library for everyone's use. Any book NOT belonging to Duke University must be renewed by the librarian.
Patrons are responsible for returning books to the marine library as appropriate.
Fines will accrue for failure to return them promptly. If you plan to be away from the lab for an extended period of time, either return your books to the library or make arrangements for someone to return the items to the library. The library offers interlibrary loan services with other participating institutions, either at Duke University or other regional, national, and international libraries and center. Cooperative services are available with the National Marine Fisheries Services Laboratory and other institutes. Interlibrary loan requests can take anywhere from 3-10 days, depending on factors such as availability, location of institution, mail system, and FAX transmission.