2025/06/24 - Action Required: Endnote Users 

Starting July 1^st, 2025, we (Department of Medicine) will no longer provide EndNote licenses for free.

There are several alternative programs that you may find as a suitable replacement.  Here are two popular options to consider:

• Zotero: A free, open-source tool that helps you collect, organize, cite, and share research. 
• Mendeley: A reference manager and academic social network that can help you organize your research, collaborate with others online, and discover the latest research.

You can install Zotero and Mendeley at any time by launching the “Company Portal” app on your work computer. Simply search for these programs and click install.  Click here for an example. 

If you prefer to continue using EndNote,  you may purchase an individual license for $60 per year starting 7/1 from the UMB software licensing office.  If you purchase Endnote, please send us confirmation and your hostname in a ticket, otherwise, we will begin removing Endnote from computers on August 4th.

2025/06/10 - Ongoing Chrome issues, Edge recommended

As you may know, we are currently experiencing ongoing issues with Google Chrome being unexpectedly uninstalled from our computers.  We highly recommend using Microsoft Edge as your primary browser unless Chrome is specifically required for a particular application or workflow. 

Microsoft Edge offers several advantages: 

• Seamless integration with your School of Medicine account.
• Automatic syncing of your favorites and settings across devices.
• No current stability issues reported with Edge.
• Enhanced Security
• Managed favorites are published by IT to help you quickly access commonly used websites and resources.

If you need assistance transitioning to Edge or have specific requirements that necessitate Chrome, please enter a ticket with your device hostname for further assistance.  Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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