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

Information Economy Report 2007-2008 – Science and Technology for Development: The New Paradigm of ICT, UNCTAD, 2008
by shriram pandey 03 Apr '08

03 Apr '08

Dear professionals. The Information Economy Report 2008 - Science and technology for development: the new paradigm of ICT, analyses the current and potential contribution of information technology to knowledge creation and diffusion, In particular, the Information Economy Report 2007-2008 addresses the following issues: * Trends in ICT access and use consisting of basic ICT indicators and an analysis of how ICTs impact on enterprises in developing countries; * The ICT producing sector and the emerging South examines the role of the sector from the perspective of South-South trade, while exploring issues of the relationship between ICTs and employment, FDI and outsourcing; * Measuring the impact of ICT on productive efficiency through a case study of Thailand confirms that developing countries can benefit as much as developed ones from increasing ICT use; * ICT, e-business and innovation policies highlights the need for balance between policy stability and flexibility to meet the needs of evolving ICTs and feedback from policy implementation; * E-banking and e-payments explains the potential of ICTs to improve overall business efficiency and assist in bringing SMEs and micro-enterprises into the formal economy; * ICTs for the poor are discussed within the scope of the increasing use of mobile telephones and supportive policy measures and the potential of telecentres to promote livelihoods by providing access to relevant information and business opportunities to rural and poor populations. more detail on :http://www.unctad.org/Templates/WebFlyer.asp?intItemID=4462&lang=1 -- Shri Ram Pandey Information and Knowledge Management Trainee NCSI,Indian Institute Of Science,Bangalore Official mail: shriram(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in "Success is the ability to go from one failure to another with no loss of enthusiasm." -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Create and search your own library on Google Book Search
by Rupak Chakravarty 03 Apr '08

03 Apr '08

You can now create personalized libraries on Google Book Search whereyou can label, review, rate, and of course, full-text search, acustomized selection of books. Check this out: http://books.google.com/googlebooks/mylibrary/ Rupak Chakravarty Lecturer-cum-Assistant Librarian Department of Library & Information Science Panjab University, Chandigarh - 160014 INDIA Website: http://libsc.puchd.ac.in Phone # (0172) 2700459(R) (0172) 2534775(O) 9217133380(M) Email: rupak2811(a)gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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TISS-SaciWATERs 14-day workshop on research methodology (17-30, Apr, 2008; TISS Mumbai)
by Puttaraj Choukimath 02 Apr '08

02 Apr '08

Dear All, TISS-SaciWATERs Workshop on Research Methodology, April 17 - 30, 2008, Mumbai The Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai, in collaboration with the South Asia Consortium for Interdisciplinary Water Resources Studies (SaciWATERs), Hyderabad, invites applications for a 14-day workshop on research methodology. The workshop will comprehensively train participants in the philosophy, methodology and design of social science research, with a view to learning to use an interdisciplinary approach and multiple perspectives to produce research that has an impact. The workshop is designed for PhD scholars registered at an academic institution in India, who have completed at least one year of course work and who already have a research proposal or an advanced conceptualisation of their proposed research. The proposed research must be related to natural resource management, preferably on issues related to water. Selection will be competitive. About ten selected participants will be given free boarding and lodging. Travel support is being considered. Participants who successfully undergo the training this year will be given preferential selection for an advanced workshop on analysis and writing to be held next year. The application must include: (1) A 4-6 page essay on the proposed research. (2) A one-page note on what the applicant is seeking from such a workshop. (3) A curriculum vitae detailing the applicants academic background, current academic affiliation, work experience, if any, and contact details. Applications may be sent either (and preferably) as softcopy to Ms. Sharmila Joshi, Research Associate, at: rmtiss(a)gmail.com. Or as hardcopy to Dr. Lakshmi Lingam, Professor, Centre for Womens Studies, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Deonar, Mumbai 400 088, India. regards, Puttaraj. Mr.Puttaraj, A. C. Asst. Librarian (Periodicals) SDTM Library, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, P.B. No.8313, Deonar, MUMBAI - 400 088 INDIA Tel: +91-22-2556 3290, Ext.285 (O) Fax: +91-22-2556 2912 Email: puttuc(a)yahoo.com, choukimath(a)tiss.edu URL: www.tiss.edu --------------------------------- You rock. That's why Blockbuster's offering you one month of Blockbuster Total Access, No Cost. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Apprentice Trainees Position at ISI Bangalore Centre
by meera bunglow 02 Apr '08

02 Apr '08

Dear Moderator, Please post this information on LIS-Forum Thank You Applications are invited for two temporary positions as specified below at the Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Centre Library, as "Apprentice Trainees" for a period of one year from April 2008 to 31st March 2009. 1. One position with Bachelors Degree and Masters Degree in Library Science and the remuneration will be Rs. 7000/PM. 2. One position with Diploma in Library Science with the remuneration of Rs. 5000/PM Interested candidates may apply with full details of their Educational Qualification/experience to "The Head, Indian Statistical Institute, 8th Mile, Mysore Road, RVCE Post, Bangalore-560059" so as to reach before 10th April 2008. Online applications also may be forwarded to "meera(a)isibang.ac.in". Fresh candidates with good aptitude also will be considered. Candidates with good academic background and computer knowledge will be preferred. Dr B.M. Meera, In-charge Library Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Centre Library, 8th Mile, Mysore Road, RVCE Post Bangalore - 560059 email: meera(a)isibang.ac.in Date: 02 April 2008 Chat on a cool, new interface. No download required. Go to http://in.messenger.yahoo.com/webmessengerpromo.php -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Free web materials published by facet publishing.
by Sanjeev Kumar Jain 01 Apr '08

01 Apr '08

Dear LIS Professionals Many of recent books have companion websites offering updated weblinks and extra information. Useful for LIS professionals http://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/websupport.shtml Sanjeev Kumar Jain C/o Anministration Deptartment National Institute of Fashion Technology, GH-0, Behind Infocity Gandhinagar-382 007 Ph: 079-23240832, 232408034 ext. 106 Email: infolibrarian(a)gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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TLC releases Library Solution Version 4.0
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 01 Apr '08

01 Apr '08

Dear Friends, TLC is a automation solutions company which includes library automation, cataloging and authority control solutions, automated material handling systems and RFID. TLC has released Library Solution Version 4.0, one of the most significant updates to Library Solution. It introduces new functions such as 'suspend hold', support for borrower photographs, express user configurations and several new "one-click" navigational aids. (Source: http://www.librarytechnology.org/diglib-fulldisplay.pl?) With regards, Dinesh K. S. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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intership programme - BHU
by Mailing List Admin 01 Apr '08

01 Apr '08

Date: 1 Apr 2008 01:18:21 -0000 From: shyam pai <rajiv01(a)rediffmail.com> dear friends, bhu is going to start intership programme for one year for all his mlib students. it is the first university to start this type of programme. Rajivaksh Tripathi Mlib student of B.H.U,Varanasi

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Emerald Research Fund awards
by Mailing List Admin 01 Apr '08

01 Apr '08

Date: Mon, 31 Mar 2008 11:14:45 +0100 From: Rajneesh Rajpal <RRajpal(a)emeraldinsight.com> I am pleased to share that due to high interests shown by the researcher's , we are extending the deadline till 30th April 2008 for receipt of papers. Thanks Emerald Research Fund Awards 2007/2008 - Indian LIS category Call for Indian LIS research proposals "Supporting the dissemination of knowledge for social good in India" This year, Emerald is proud offer to a research grant for an Indian project in the field of library and information science (LIS). The funding award will amount to up to �2,000 (US$4,200 equivalent). Applications should address the dissemination of knowledge for social good with a specific orientation toward benefit for India. Eligibility At least one member of the research team must be based in India. Judging criteria Each application will be judged, by a panel of experts, on the five criteria below. The research must: * Be of significance, particularly illustrating how it will benefit the social good. * Demonstrate originality and innovation. * Make an outstanding contribution to theory and its application. * Illustrate the appropriateness and application of the methodology. * Demonstrate sound implications for theory and practice. Application requirements Each proposal, to arrive either by post or by e-mail, must contain: 1. A summary stating specific goals, outcomes and benefits of the research. This should not exceed 2,000 words (note that tables, figures, appendices and reference lists, if provided do NOT count to the 2,000 word total). 2. A covering letter containing contact details for all researchers involved in the project. Please state clearly which researcher will be the main point of contact. The 2,000-word summary must: * Display clearly a statement of purpose and intent. * State clearly the methodology(ies) applied and explicitly describe the research process. * State expected research outcomes and expected impact and possible application. * Specify the expected timescales of the research process. * Outline projected costs and total research grant required. Where to send your application Please send all applications (either by post or by e-mail), and address any questions, to: Rajneesh Rajpal Country Manager Emerald Group Publishing Ltd E-mail - rrajpal(a)emeraldinsight.com Ruth Heppenstall External Relations Assistant Emerald Group Publishing Limited Howard House Wagon Lane Bingley BD16 1WA United Kingdom Tel: 01274 785261 Fax: 01274 785200 E-mail: rheppenstall(a)emeraldinsight.com <mailto:rheppenstall@emeraldinsight.com> Key dates The closing date for applications is 1 April 2008. The initial short-list will be completed by mid-June 2008. Winners will be announced in early July 2008. Details of the 2008 Emerald Research Fund Awards: Management Category will be announced in early 2008. Rajneesh Rajpal Country Manager Emerald group publishing Limited --------------------------------------------- 301,Vikas Surya Shopping Mall, Mangalam Place,Sector -3 , Rohini New Delhi -110085 -------------------------------------------- rrajpal(a)emeraldinsight.com www.emeraldinsight.com Mobile no- 91-9810224423 Tel no. -011-27948437-38

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Received article
by Kshema Prakash 01 Apr '08

01 Apr '08

Dear friends, It is for your information that have received the article (Srivastava, K. and Sharma, R. 2007. A Level Structure Based Hybrid Evolutionary Algorithm for the Edge Bisection Problem. Proceedings of the International Conference on Computational Intelligence and Multimedia Applications (ICCIMA 2007) - Volume 02. Pages 146-150) I requested from Sangeetaji of DELNET. Thanks for cooperation. -- Ms. Kshema Prakash Faculty Librarian - Gr I Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed University) Dayalbagh, Agra 282 0110 Uttar Pradesh, India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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