The Use of an Interactive Information Storage and Retrieval System in Medical Research This paper presents the results of a study of the use of an interactive computerized storage and retrieval system. A monitor built into the computer system provided usage data for the study. Additional data on user reactions were gathe red from a questionnaire. The results show the important role played by frequently chosen laboratory reference leaders in influencing the use of this system. The implications of the study for the design of similar systems are discussed. CACM March, 1978 Lucas, Hr. implementation, system use, information storage and retrieval system 2.10 3.50 3.72 CA780301 JB March 28, 1978 1:51 PM 3012 5 3012 3012 5 3012 3012 5 3012