October 2008 - LIS-Forum - ncsi.iisc.ernet.in

Interesting Finding about Internet Searching
by J. K. Vijayakumar 19 Oct '08

19 Oct '08

UCLA scientists have found that for computer-savvy middle-aged and older adults, searching the Internet triggers key centers in the brain that control decision-making and complex reasoning. The findings demonstrate that Web search activity may help stimulate and possibly improve brain function. The study, the first of its kind to assess the impact of Internet searching on brain performance, is currently in press at the American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry and will appear in an upcoming issue. Read the full report at http://esciencenews.com/articles/2008/10/14/ucla.study.finds.searching.inte… VIJAY ----------- Dr. J. K. VIJAYAKUMAR MLIS PhD Associate Director Library Services American University of Antigua College of Medicine Antigua, West Indies www.auamed.org www.manipal.edu/kmcic __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Admission for One Year PGDHL for the academic year-2008-09 at RGUHS
by Dr Ram Raj Urs 18 Oct '08

18 Oct '08

Notification No. RGUHS/ULIC/PGDHL/22/2008-2009 dated 27.09.2008 Applications are invited from eligible candidates for admission to One Year Postgraduate Diploma Course In Health Science Librarianship (PGDHL) for the academic year 2008-09 (December 2008 to November 2009) at Department of Health Science Library and Information Systems in Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore. ELIGIBILITY 1. A candidate who has passed Masters Degree in Library & Information Science (M.L.I.Sc.) examination of any University established by law in India or any other degree recognized as equivalent for this purpose and scored not less than 55% of the maximum marks prescribed for the qualifying examination. 2. Librarians having M.L.I.Sc. Degree or equivalent qualifications with minimum 50% of marks and minimum of five years experience in a Health Science Library. 3. For SC/ST Category-1 candidates, the minimum prescribed percentage of marks will be relaxed by 5% DURATION: The course of study including submission of project work is one year. ENTRANCE TEST: The Entrance Test will be held for eligible candidates on 18.11.2008 at 11-00 a.m. in the Department of Health Science Library and Information Systems, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, 4th T block, Jayanagar, Bangalore-560 041. INTERVIEW: The interview for successful candidates in the Entrance Test will be held on 18-11-2008 at 3-30 p.m. STIPEND: The first five selected candidates on merit shall be provided the stipend of Rs. 5000/- per month during the course period. The second five selected candidates on merit shall be sponsored/deputed by the managements of the Health Science Institutions. The prescribed Application Form is made available in the website www.rguhs.ac.in. Duly filled in application form along with the Demand Draft for Rs. 500/- drawn in favour of Registrar, RGUHS along with attested copies of marks cards of qualifying examination, proof of date of birth, certificates and testimonials, Employment Certificate and No Objection Certificate (in case of In-service Candidates to be sent through proper channel) to the Registrar, RGUHS, 4th T Block, Jayanagar, Banalore-560 041 on or before 31-10-2008. Dr. R. Rama Raj Urs University librarian and Course Director Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka 4th 'T' Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore - 560 041 Ph: 080-26961943 Email Id: university_librarian(a)rguhs.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Survey on Integrated Library Automation Packages
by K.T Anuradha 17 Oct '08

17 Oct '08

Dear Professional, As part of an ongoing project on Integrated Library Automation Packages (ILAP) carried out at National Centre for Science Information, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, an online survey is carried out. The survey instrument consists of three parts: personal information, professional information and library activities. We know that you are busy and hard pressed for time. But your response will help us to get a clear view of the present scenario in our country. Also, a workshop will be conducted shortly wherein fellow professionals are trained to install a few open source ILAP. Based on the response to this questionnaire, we will be selecting a few people for the workshop. Hence we request you to take some time off to fill in the questionnaire. We assure you that whatever information you provide us will be used for academic purpose only and kept confidential. Please note that at present the survey is restricted to professionals from India. The online survey form can be accessed at: http://dharmaganja.ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/index_files/surveyinstrument.html Thanks and Regards, Anuradha -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ms.K.T.Anuradha E-mail: anu(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Senior Technical Officer URL:vidya-mapak.ncsi.iisc.ernet.in National Centre for Science Information Indian Institute of Science FAX:(+91-80) 23601426/23600683 Karnataka, Bangalore 560 012 Tel:(+91-80) 23600271/22932511 India --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get rid of Add-Ons in your email ID get yourname(a)ymail.com. Sign up now! http://in.promos.yahoo.com/address -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Seminar on Open Access to Textual and Multimedia Content: Bridging the Digital Divide
by Prem Chand 17 Oct '08

17 Oct '08

Dear profesionals I am pleased to annouce a Seminar on Open Access to Textual and Multimedia Content: Bridging the Digital Divide, January 29-30, 2008 at India Habitat Centre,New Delhi. It is Jointly Organized by INFLIBNET and CEC Objectives: 1. To review current trends and developments in e-content management, ICT applicable to development and dissemination of educational resources through open access 2. To examine and evaluate the existing activities, services and functionalities of the two organisations; 3. To identify areas of activities that the two organisations can take up in collaborative fashion with its existing infrastructure and expertise; 4. To examine Web 2.0 and Library 2.0 tools and technologies and examine possibilities of deploying them in activities and services of two organizations; and 5. To explore improved means and methods of providing textual and multimedia scholarly contents to the academic community. The Seminar will have evaluative presentations by invited speakers only on the core objectives followed by panel discussion on the subject consisting of expert panellists in media, library and information science and ICT. On the 2nd day of the seminar there could be Open House discussion or the participants depending on their preferences will join one of the 4 to 5 Work Groups to discuss various themes and sub-themes of the seminar and evolve recommendations and follow-up actions for the two institutions. The scope and contents of the seminar can further be expanded depending on the feed-back received from the participants consisting of user community in academia. The seminar is essentially targeted to the academic community in the universities and colleges. Individuals concerned with application of ICTs in libraries, media centres, virtual learning, online courseware development and dissemination would also benefit from the seminar. The existing users of media services from CEC / EMMRC's and INFLIBNET will also participate. Registration Starts : November 15,2008 For More Information Please Visit http://www.inflibnet.ac.in/seminar/ Prem Chand Scientist- D Convener UGC-INFONET Digital library Consortium Information & Library Network Centre (INFLIBNET) An Inter University Centre of UGC, Near Gujarat University Guest House Navrangpura, Ahmedabad Gujarat. India Phone: 079-26305971, 26304695 ( Office) 070- 29096170( R) 09427001489 prem65_chand(a)yahoo.co.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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KM INDIA: THE KNOWLEDGE SUMMIT
by Aman Jha 17 Oct '08

17 Oct '08

===========ANNOUNCING========= KM INDIA: THE KNOWLEDGE SUMMIT "Enhancing Competitiveness of India through Knowledge Management" [5-7th November 2008: Hotel Hyatt Regency, Mumbai] Knowledge Management has become a key enabler that fosters the organization's ability to innovate. The KM Summit this year will focus on the practice of KM in large organisations that have already grown far beyond their early stages and how to enhance enterprise knowledge-driven culture. The conference is intended to bring together experts on Knowledge Management from industry, consulting, academia and non-profit organizations to discuss the challenges facing the knowledge-intensive industries and organizations. Experts deliberate about the technologies, processes and cultural elements enabling KM. The conference is designed to be of value to senior leaders, practitioners, academicians in KM area. HIGHLIGHTS OF KM INDIA 2008 · TECHNICAL SESSION ON è KM Strategy and Assessment è Competencies and Culture building for Knowledge Organization è Technology trends for managing knowledge · Summit Keynote: In the Knowledge Innovation Zone:Implications for India, the Region and Abroad · MASTER CLASS ON è Innovation Methodologies è Jump Start your P7 Knowledge è Creating a world class Knowledge Strategy è Taking the measures of KM: Metrics, Maturity and Benchmarking · The Indian 'Most Admired Knowledge Enterprise (MAKE) Awards Ceremony · Networking Lunches / Dinners to get involved in sharing knowledge and experiences, and actively networking. · Participation of internationally renowned KM Experts · Case Studies of real innovative KM practices at work The event boasts some of the best thought leaders within India and abroad, and will be packed with keynotes, panel discussions, and masterclasses. Additionally the 2008 Indian MAKE Award ceremony recognizing the Top Indian Knowledge Enterprises will take place as part of a gala dinner event. There will be ample opportunity to learn and interact with thought leaders in an informal manner as well. Confirmed speakers include eminent personalities such as: K V Kamath, President, CII and Chairman, ICICI Bank Limited Ashok Soota, Chairman and Managing Director, MindTree Consulting Limited Rory Chase, MD, Teleos Debra Amidon, Founder & CEO, Entovation International ltd JK Suresh, Head - KM Group, Infosys Amit Ranjan, Co-founder , SlideShare William C Miller, President, Global Creativity Corporation Amit Khanna, Head - KM, Tata Steel Raj Datta, VP - KM, Mindtree Consulting Ltd Amit Ranjan, Co-Founder, SlideShare Debra R Miller, Director, Global Dharma Center Jayanta Chatterjee, Professor-IME & Design, IIT Kanpur and Chief Knowledge Officers of the organizations nominated for the MAKE awards Etc. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? * Chief Knowledge Officers * Chief Information Offices * Librarians/Information professionals * Teachers of Library and Information Science * Officials related to Strategic Planning * Academia / Institutions * CEOs of MSMEs * CTO / CIOs / CKOs of Public Sector Undertakings * R&D Establishments TAKEAWAY FOR PARTICIPANTS * Recognize benefits of implementing 'Knowledge Management' in a company/organisation * Knowledge on How to implement Knowledge Management in your company / organisation * Learn a framework of developing a workable solution for implementation of KM system * Understanding of 'ROI' on KM in a company * 'Certificate of Participation' in the Master Classes * Experience of Indian MAKE Award Winners * Understanding of the emerging challenges in the field of Knowledge Management * Effective knowledge management strategies, practices and technologies It will be our privilege to answer any queries that you may have; please write to us at kmindia(a)ciionline.org . Please visit our website www.kmindia.in <http://www.kmindia.in/> for agenda, registration, sponsorship and regular updates on this Summit. We are pleased to announce that you can avail a 15% discount on delegate fee by registering before October 20. Awaiting a positive response from your side. Best regards, Aman Jha Deputy Director Confederation of Indian Industry 249-F, Sector 18, Udyog Vihar, Phase IV Gurgaon - 122 015, Haryana Tel: 91-124-4014060-67 Fax: 91-124-4014080 E-Mail: aman.jha(a)ciionline.org DISCLAIMER:The information in this message may be privileged. If you have received it by mistake please notify the sender by return e-mail and delete the message from your system. Any unauthorised use or dissemination of this message in whole or in part is strictly prohibited. Any information in this message that does not relate to official business shall be understood to be neither given nor endorsed by the Confederation of Indian Industry. Reach us via our unique Membership Helpline: 00-91-11-435 46244 / 00-99104 46244 (Monday-Saturday: 0900-1700 hrs) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for article
by Kshema Prakash 17 Oct '08

17 Oct '08

Dear friends, Can someone kindly send me a copy of the below reference? I shall be grateful. Spectral Imaging Technique for Visualizing the Invisible Information Book Series Lecture Notes in Computer Science<http://www.springerlink.com/content/105633/?p=79d05858e5ff4ec9846bbd70eab1e…> Publisher Springer Berlin / Heidelberg ISSN 0302-9743 (Print) 1611-3349 (Online) Volume Volume 3540/2005 Book Image Analysis<http://www.springerlink.com/content/bx21p9vxmk9d/?p=79d05858e5ff4ec9846bbd7…> DOI 10.1007/b137285 Copyright 2005 ISBN 978-3-540-26320-3 Category Invited Talk DOI 10.1007/11499145_7 Pages 55-64 Thanks and regards, Kshema -- Mrs. Kshema Prakash Faculty Librarian - Gr I, Contact Person e-Journals (Library) & Coordinator - Distance Library Services DEI Central Library Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed University) Dayalbagh, Agra 282 0110 Uttar Pradesh, India Mob: +919897190604 http://kshema-distancelibraryservices.blogspot.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Received article
by Kshema Prakash 16 Oct '08

16 Oct '08

Dear friends, *I have received the article* (IEEE Proceedings) that I have requested this morning. Thanks to Mr. Pankaj from Goa, for sending it immediately. Regards, Kshema -- Mrs. Kshema Prakash Faculty Librarian - Gr I, Contact Person e-Journals (Library) & Coordinator - Distance Library Services DEI Central Library Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed University) Dayalbagh, Agra 282 0110 Uttar Pradesh, India Mob: +919897190604 http://kshema-distancelibraryservices.blogspot.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Preservation of Books
by T. Shahab 16 Oct '08

16 Oct '08

The most feasible solution for preservation and enhancing the accessibility to documents is certainly Digitization. But this is a costly and time consuming proposition. Easier alternative is lamination with tissue paper and cellulose acetate foil which we procured from the National Archive of India. You may write to the Director, National Archive of India and enquire concerning certain schemes under which financial grants are made available for preservation. Thanks TANWIR ________________________________ From: lis-forum-bounces(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in [mailto:lis-forum-bounces@ncsi.iisc.ernet.in] On Behalf Of Rafi sm Sent: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 1:48 PM To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Subject: [LIS-Forum] Preservation of Books Dear LIS Forum members I wish to seek your advice regarding preservation of books. Here, in my library, the most demanded books are getting dilapidated due to constant use. Normally we get the books bounded when they becomes dilapidated. But after binding the books lose their beauty and freshness. Hence, we plan to wrap the books with transparent plastic sheet. Is it a feasible solution? My question is how to extend the freshness of books/give extra life to books. Please advice Rafi.S.M Asst. Librarian PAACET Trivandrum. Mob:099496371578 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner <http://www.mailscanner.info/> , and is believed to be clean. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Preservation of Books
by Rafi sm 15 Oct '08

15 Oct '08

Dear LIS Forum members I wish to seek your advice regarding preservation of books. Here, in my library, the most demanded books are getting dilapidated due to constant use. Normally we get the books bounded when they becomes dilapidated. But after binding the books lose their beauty and freshness. Hence, we plan to wrap the books with transparent plastic sheet. Is it a feasible solution? My question is how to extend the freshness of books/give extra life to books. Please advice Rafi.S.M Asst. Librarian PAACET Trivandrum. Mob:099496371578 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UAP on access to e-resource of UGC Infonet Digital Library consortium
by vasantha m.c m.c 15 Oct '08

15 Oct '08

Dear professionals The Department of Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, Mysore is organizing a two day User Awareness Program (UAP) on 21stand 22 nd October 2008. This program is sponsored by UGC-INFLIBNET centre, Ahmedabad. A total of 200 delegates, who are Mysore University Faculty Members, Research scholars and students are participating. Nearly 25 publishers are making presentations on how to access e - Journals and e – Database under the UGC – INFONET Digital Library Consortium. Dr. Jagadish Arora, Director, INFLIBNET centre, Ahmedabad will inaugurate the program. Prof. T.C. Shivashankara Murthy, Hon'ble Vice Chancellor (Acting) will launch JCCC, a new information product of Informatics India Pvt, Ltd. on this occasion. This workshop is sponsored by UGC – INFLIBNET centre Ahmedabad. The entry for the work shop is free and on First Come First Serve Basis (F C F S B). All are cordially invited. Vasantha, M.C. 3rd sem MLISc University of Mysore Mysore Here is the invitation. Department of Library and Information Science University of Mysore UAP on Access to E-Resources of UGC – INFONET Digital Library Consortium INAUGURATION UNIVERSITY OF MYSORE Department of Studies in Library and Information Science Manasagangotri, Mysore User Awareness Programme on Access to e-Resources of UGC – INFONET Digital Library Consortium Dr. Jagdish Arora Director Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) Centre Ahmedabad *Will Inaugurate* Sri. N.V. Sathyanarayana C & MD, Informatics (India) Ltd. Will Introduce J-Gate Custom Content for Consortia (JCCC) Prof. T.C.Shivashankara Murthy (Acting) Vice Chancellor Will Preside & Launch J-Gate Custom Content for Consortia (JCCC) *You are cordially invited* Venue: CIIL Conference Hall, Manasagangotri, Mysore Date : 21-10-2008 Time : 11.00 AM Dr. Khaiser Nikam Sri.B.J.Hosmath, Chairperson & Registrar Organizing -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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