SummaryThe scientfic revolution of the twentieth century must be accompanied by technological improvement in information science which will make knowledge generated by research readily available to all who need to apply it for the ultimate benefit of mankind.The concepts of organization of existing library resources augmented and linked by new technologies we believe represent the most economic approach to improvement of biomedical communications. We recognize that more sophisticated information systems will emerge and that ultimately the medical library network must fit into the structure of a national information system.The on‐going cybernetic revolution affects language, information, and society broadly. As a strong nation requires a healthy scientific base, so does a strong science require excellent communications. As an instrument invented by society, the library will be governed to a large degree by scientific and technological developments. We believe that libraries now have the proper attitude and interest to utilize and capitalize upon the important contributions of mathematics to medicine. Communications technology is now fairly well developed. Where we are lacking is in resources and performance.