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

Suvarna Karnataka Portal
by Nagana Goudar 24 Dec '09

24 Dec '09

Dear Professional Colleagues, Congratulations to Department of Public Libraries, Govt. of Karnataka for having launched the Portal on Karnataka in Kannada entitled " Suvarna Karnataka Kannada Antarjala Vahini (Suvarna Karnataka Portal)" on the occasion of Golden Jubilee Celebration of the formation of Karnataka State. This unique Portal gives various kinds of information about Kannada and Karnataka including Education, Health, Agriculture, Entertainment, Kannada Films and songs, Kannada Literature, Fine Arts, Sports, Cooking, Law, etc. One of the main attraction is Children Section with stories and songs. Although there is lot of scope for improvement in terms design, browse and search options and content organization with still more coverage, being sincere attempt of its kind to give one source for everything about and on Kannada and Karnataka, the group responsible is praise worthy for this wonderful work. This Portal was conceived and developed by Mr. RS Venkatraj under the guidance of Mr. P.Y. Rajendrakumar, Director, DPL. Please visit the site at: http://www.karnatakapubliclibrary.gov.in/ Then click Suvarna Karnataka Kannada Antarjala Vahini Your suggestions and comments are most welcome to e-mail address: py_kumar(a)yahoo.co.in Dr. I.R.N. Goudar Dr. I.R.N. Goudar Tel: 91-80-25086081 Sci F & Head, Information Centre for 91-80-25235315 Aerospace Science and Technology Fax: 91-80-25268072 National Aerospace Laboratories E-mail:goudar@css.nal.res.in Airport Road, BANGALORE-560 017 India http://www.icast.org.in/staff/goudar.html --------------------------------- Get the freedom to save as many mails as you wish. Click here to know how. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Webology: Volume 3, Number 1, 2006
by Alireza Noruzi 01 Jun '09

01 Jun '09

Dear All, apologies for cross-posting. We are pleased to inform you that Vol. 3, No. 1 of Webology, an OPEN ACCESS journal, is published and is available ONLINE now. This issue contains: ------------------ Editorial: Link Spam and Search Engines -- Alireza Noruzi -- http://www.webology.ir/2006/v3n1/editorial7.html ----------------------------------------- Stemming and root-based approaches to the retrieval of Arabic documents on the Web -- Haidar Moukdad -- http://www.webology.ir/2006/v3n1/a22.html ----------------------------------------- E-marketing, Unsolicited Commercial E-mail, and Legal Solutions -- Li Xingan -- http://www.webology.ir/2006/v3n1/a23.html ----------------------------------------- Environmental Knowledge and Marginalized Communities: The Last Mile Connectivity -- A. Neelameghan and Greg Chester -- http://www.webology.ir/2006/v3n1/a24.html ----------------------------------------- Book Review of 'Digital Libraries: Principles and Practice in a Global Environment'/ Lucy A. Tedd & Andrew Large -- Hamid R. Jamali -- http://www.webology.ir/2006/v3n1/bookreview3.html ========================================= Call for Papers: http://www.webology.ir/callforpapers.html ========================================= Regards, A. Noruzi __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com

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Seminar on Comparative Analysis of Citation Databases- Web of Science, Scopus and Google Scholar
by Mailing List Admin 18 Jul '08

18 Jul '08

Date: Sat, 8 Dec 2007 17:54:31 +0530 From: ayesha khatoon <ayesha.drtc(a)gmail.com> Documentation Research and Training Centre 8th Mile Mysore Road, R.V. College Post Bangalore-560059 Seminar Comparative Analysis of Citation Databases: Web of Science, Scopus and Google Scholar The volume of scientific literature grew exponentially as a result of increased R& D activities after World War II. This posed different problems for users and indexers of information. The shortcomings of traditional subject indexes resulted in duplication of scientific activity. Sometimes, the terms used in subject index were ambiguous. These problems necessitated a unified index to scientific literature that was current, free from semantic difficulties and not dependent on the knowledge of subject indexers. Citation index emerged not only as retrieval tool but also used as an evaluation tool for evaluating scientists and to provide a way to search for and analyze the literature in a way not possible through simple keyword/topical searching. It also enables users to gather data on the "impact" of individual authors and journals, as well as assessing particular areas of research activity and publication. ISI (Thomson Scientific) citation databases have been used for decades as the only tools for locating citations. ISI databases (currently known as Web of Science), however, may no longer be sufficient because it covers only journal articles. There are other citation databases, which covers non-journal documents also. This seminar will present a pilot study of the new citation databases like, Google Scholar & Scopus. Its features, strength and limitations etc. Speaker: Ayesha Khatoon 2nd Year ADIS All are cordially invited Venue: DRTC Classroom Date: 12th December, 2007 Time: 2 p.m.

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"Project Assistant" position at ISI, Kolkata
by Shikha Bhowmik 13 May '08

13 May '08

Dear Moderator, Please post this information in the LIS-Forum. Thank you. A walk-in-interview will be conducted on 22 April 2008 at 10.30 A.M. at Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata for recruitment of two Project Assistants on purely temporary basis, initially for a period of one year, to work in the project entitled "Reclassification of selected areas of library collections and simultaneous modification of manual as well as automated catalogue" in Indian Statistical Institute Library. Essential qualification: 1.A consistently good academic record with Masters degree in Library & Information Science or its equivalent from a recognized University/Institute. 2.Knowledge in computer applications in library operations. Desirable qualification: Familiarity with Libsys. Total remuneration is Rs.5000/- plus 30% HRA per month. Candidated are required to bring with them an application addressed to the Director, Indian Statistical Institute along with bio-data and original as well as photocopies of their certificates and they must report at the Office of the ISI Library half an hour before the time mentioned. Shikha Bhowmik Indian Statistical Institute Library, Kolkata -- Open WebMail Project (http://openwebmail.org) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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E-book reader
by Padmanabha Vyasamoorthy 08 May '08

08 May '08

Dear Friends I want to buy a good e-book reader. Some years ago I was sort of following the trends. Can anyone practically using e-book reader say which brand / model is good & why? Hidden (unsaid) problems if any may be mentioned. If price & availability is known, better. Is there any library in India lending e-books to be stored on E-book readers as a part of routine lending plans? Any hints on sources for free ebooks, especially fiction, are also welcome. -- Dr P Vyasamoorthy, Society for Serving Seniors 30, Gruhalakshmi Colony, Secunderabad 500015 Phone 27846631 / 94908 04278 http://societyforservingseniors.satyamcsr.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Reading habits of Students
by Chitra Prakash Rao 01 May '08

01 May '08

Hi ; To best showcase your Jpurnals and to promote reading habits in users one must always go out to them and not expect them to come to you. first suggestion would be to find out what chapters of books or course is taught and display those books ot make detailed chapter wise bibliographies and put it up on the Library Notice boards.. Second go out to the teachers and students and interact with them ask if they have got all the material they want to study. Have them see the recent magazines and books. Slowly and steadily introduce them to what you have in Library Start a Book Awareness Club where the top ten books recieved in that week/ month are talked about or written. Ensure magazine articles are displayed for all to see. If they do not come to the Library Put it in a place they can see. For BE courses your interaction with the teachers and showing them what is availbale will improve the reading habits of students ie. awareness of what is availble in their Libraries. As they depend on teachers references a lot. Thirdly we all have to make the maximum effort to break this barrier in the initial stages only later on word of mounth from batch to batch will automatically advertise your collection. Last but not the least we have to accept that they have made their own arrangements either from Friends and Book-stores and have organised their reading materials themselves. In which case getting a vendor to sell at your campus at the beginning of the year with more discounts as books will be purchased in Bulk will endear you to them and they will approach you in future if they want any urther information..Try always to be among them and not away where their needs are concerned. best wishes and welcome to the real word of Library management Chitra Rao Library and Information officer NITIE Mumbai -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Information/Library Assistant
by ACHAR S 30 Apr '08

30 Apr '08

Dear All, Upcoming National Business School which is Associated with International Business School in JP Nagar(Bangalore) requires Information/Library Assistant. Active,Smart fresh/apprentice trained diploma candidates(female) willing to work in a challenging environment. Preferably candidates should be in & around JP nagar, Bangalore.Six Months to One year probationary period followed by confirmation. Contact:Achar, Consultant; cell:9449340789 Send your Resumae along with photo to: Achar, c/o Shanthakumar, "Vasanthakrupa", #163, Thalagattapura Post, Kanakapura Road, Bangalore-560062 ____________________________________________________________________________________ Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http://mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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LIS research in India- response from LIS professionals is encouraging.
by Manjunath K 30 Apr '08

30 Apr '08

Dear LIS Professionals, (sorry for cross posting--- if already responded please ignore this) Recently I had posted a small questionnaire to our e-forums for compiling directory of LIS doctoral research. The response is encouraging.. Seventy members have already responded to the questionnaire. I request full cooperation from LIS Teachers and Practioners with PhD degree to compile the comprehensive directory. My desire is to complete the task as early as possible so that our professionals get benefited. If you have not yet responded, please spare just five minutes to open the following survey and provide the information. It will take just two-three minutes to fill the questionnaire. http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?key=pGIJhUehDUUas09WOeerUfQ&emai l=true If you cannot open the link, please copy and paste the link on your web browser. If you have already responded... Thank you very much for the cooperation. I have extracted data from inflibnet, Vidyanidhi and University news. Anticipating your full cooperation I am hoping of completing the task by this June end. I will post the cumulated directory on our e-forums for the benefit of our professionals. I need your cooperation. With regards, Dr. Manjunatha K Librarian TAPMI, Manipal - 576 104 Karnataka, Ph: 0820-2573551, Email: manjunath(a)mail.tapmi.org <mailto:manjunath@mail.tapmi.org> ; manju_tapmi(a)yahoo.com <mailto:manju_tapmi@yahoo.com> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Job posting - CMC Vellore
by Vasumathi Sriganesh 30 Apr '08

30 Apr '08

Dear library professionals (Apologies for the Cross posting - if you are getting multiple copies of this mail by subscribing to all lists) I have a request from a friend at CMC Vellore to spread a message about this vacancy. ------------------------------------------------ Wanted by the Prof. BV Moses & ICMR Advanced Centre for Research and Training in Evidence Based Health Care, ('ICMR Centre for Advanced Research in Evidence Based Health Care':) Carman Block, Christian Medical College, Bagayam, Vellore, for a 5 year project: SACN 1: Information Specialist / Electronic Resource Librarian (Research Scientist- non-medical): Qualifications: M.L.I.Sc., + One year PG Diploma in Library Automation and Networking and or equivalent and Appropriate Experience in e-resource management. Salary: Consolidated Rs. 25,000 per month; (as per ICMR scales). Accommodation not provided. Job requirements include: Compiling and Maintaining a register of clinical trials conducted in India and other countries in South Asia; maintenance of the South Asian Cochrane Network website (www.cochrane-sacn.org) and institutional research website; teaching health professionals to use PubMed, The Cochrane Library, other health data repositories, how to run searches, how to use reference manager software, etc.; conducting research on publication and dissemination issues Only candidates with proficiency in English and required qualifications and skills need apply. Please send your application by email to paul_signet(a)hotmail.com --------------------------------------------- Regards Vasumathi Sriganesh CEO, QMed Knowledge Foundation A-3, Shubham Centre, Cardinal Gracious Road Chakala, Andheri East, Mumbai 400099, India Tel: 91-22-40054474 / 75 Fax: 91-22-40054358 Web: www.qmedkf.org.in Indian Medical Sites- www.indianmedicalsites.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Scholarly Electronic Publishing Bibliography 2007 Annual Edition
by Charles W. Bailey, Jr. 29 Apr '08

29 Apr '08

The Scholarly Electronic Publishing Bibliography 2007 Annual Edition is now available from Digital Scholarship: http://www.digital-scholarship.org/sepb/annual/annual.htm Annual editions of the Scholarly Electronic Publishing Bibliography are PDF files designed for printing. Each annual edition is based on the last HTML version published during the edition's year. The SEPB 2007 Annual Edition is based on Version 70 (12/18/2007). The printed bibliography is over 260 pages long. The PDF file is over 1 MB. In addition to updated URLs, hundreds of additional URLs have been added to the SEPB 2007 Annual Edition. (The additional URLs will be added to Version 72 of the SEPB HTML edition.) The bibliography has the following sections: Table of Contents 1 Economic Issues 2 Electronic Books and Texts 2.1 Case Studies and History 2.2 General Works 2.3 Library Issues 3 Electronic Serials 3.1 Case Studies and History 3.2 Critiques 3.3 Electronic Distribution of Printed Journals 3.4 General Works 3.5 Library Issues 3.6 Research 4 General Works 5 Legal Issues 5.1 Intellectual Property Rights 5.2 License Agreements 6 Library Issues 6.1 Cataloging, Identifiers, Linking, and Metadata 6.2 Digital Libraries 6.3 General Works 6.4 Information Integrity and Preservation 7 New Publishing Models 8 Publisher Issues 8.1 Digital Rights Management 9 Repositories, E-Prints, and OAI Appendix A. Related Bibliographies Appendix B. About the Author New versions of SEPB are announced on DigitalKoans: http://www.digital-scholarship.org/digitalkoans/ RSS: http://feeds.feedburner.com/DigitalKoans For a discussion of the numerous changes in my digital publications since my resignation from the University of Houston Libraries, see: http://www.digital-scholarship.org/cwb/dsoverview.htm -- Best Regards, Charles Charles W. Bailey, Jr. Publisher, Digital Scholarship http://www.digital-scholarship.org/ DigitalKoans Open Access Bibliography Open Access Webliography Scholarly Electronic Publishing Bibliography Scholarly Electronic Publishing Resources Scholarly Electronic Publishing Weblog -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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