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  • Online Services, Training, and Resources

    The NIH Library is here to help you—online—with your virtual information and research needs. Check out the extensive set of NIH Library service and resources that are available online.

  • Introduction to 3D Modeling with Blender

    Blender is a powerful, open source program that allows a wide range of creative work. This free class will focus on how to use Blender to create 3D models that can be printed on one of the NIH Library’s 3D printers.

  • Print for Free @ the NIH Library

    Through the NIH Library’s Technology Sandbox, a 2014 trial of 3D printers exposed NIH staff to cutting edge technology for work and research. The pilot was so successful that the Library is now permanently offering free 3D printing services. ​​