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. There is no guarantee that ALL materials will be received within a specified time period. Materials for patrons at the laboratory are placed on the circulation counter upon arrival.
Notification is made either by telephone or e-mail.
Due dates vary with each lending library and the length of time for keeping materials is usually two to four weeks. RUSH request has additional minimal cost.