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If you’re interested in using HeinOnline, discovering great research tips and tricks, and expanding your knowledge of a variety of disciplines, the HeinOnline Blog is the place to be. Peruse the blog to stay in the know about new and upcoming databases, features, interface enhancements, and other content. Refresh and refine your understanding of HeinOnline with getting started guides, searching strategies, and other tips and tricks. Finally, discover fascinating content relating to numerous disciplines, including history, law, international relations, criminal justice, human rights, and many more.
From 25 to 2500: How the Growth of the Law Journal Library Represents the Evolution of HeinOnline
At William S. Hein & Co., Inc., some things haven’t changed in the last 18 years. Many of the same people who were back here then continue to fulfill the same company mission: deliver the highest quality products and service to librarians, legal professionals, and researchers worldwide.
Enhanced Metadata to Improve Search and Discovery in the Federal Register Library!
We have been continuing to enhance searching in HeinOnline by adding natural language processing and machine learning tools to different databases. We are happy to announce that entities are now available in the Federal Register Library!
Bitcoin Doesn’t Grow on Trees
Although bitcoin was invented in 2009 and picked up speed in 2015, its biggest growth spurt occurred in 2017, and its popularity continues to rise. So what exactly is bitcoin and how is it used?
Anti-Vaccination Movement and the Flu
It is officially flu season. The dominant strain this season is the H3N2 strain, known to cause more hospitalizations and deaths than other strains. The severity of this year’s flu has contributed to the ongoing vaccination debate.
Session Laws Indexing Project Update and New Feature Announcement
Back in April 2017 we blogged about the Session Laws indexing project and announced that all 50 states were indexed to the chapter or act level from 2000 to current. We have been diligently indexing our way through the states and we have some news to share!
2017 Year in Review
2017 turned out to be a roller coaster of a year. Join us as we review some major world events and everything new with HeinOnline over the past year.
Secrets
of the Serial Set
A HISTORICAL BLOG SERIES
The Clinton-Lewinsky Scandal. The Manhattan Project. The Louisiana Purchase.
In addition to writing about the above topics and more, HeinOnline’s authors are dedicated to illuminating the most essential research resources for their readers.
The Serial Set is a must-have publication for any historical researcher. With more than two centuries of documents spanning more than 17,000 volumes, no other publication so beautifully reflects the maturation of the United States. To demonstrate the value of the Serial Set, we’ve created a blog series dedicated to revealing the historical secrets hidden throughout the immense publication.
Each month, join HeinOnline as we explore notable events in U.S. history using the primary sources themselves.
Secrets of the Serial Set: The First Transcontinental Railroad
Secrets of the Serial Set: Constructing the Panama Canal
Secrets of the Serial Set: The Lewis and Clark Expedition
Secrets of the Serial Set: The Lavender Scare
Secrets of the Serial Set: The Sinking of the Titanic
Secrets of the Serial Set: The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952
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