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Flexible, Bouncy Electronic Books in Market soon
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 03 Mar '09

03 Mar '09

Dear Friends, Flexible, Bouncy Electronic Books in Market soon Plastic logic, a display technology Company, Cambridge, UK announced recently that it will launch first flexible electronic book. In this e-book screen breakage is the number one complaint with today's e-reader technology. The device will have wireless internet connection and a touch screen, allowing use of a virtual keyboard for annotating text. This e-book contains printing polymer transistors onto a layer of bendy plastic. The two most popular e-books on the market today are Sony reader and Amazon Kindle. Source: www.newscientist.com/section.tech, New Scientist, Vo. 201(2696) p. 19 Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com, Official Blog: libraryofncet.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Kindly suggest a theme for the IATLIS National Conference 2009:
by Jagtar Singh 03 Mar '09

03 Mar '09

Dear all, Kindly spare your valuable time to suggest us the theme for the IATLIS National Conference 2009 to be held during 2009. We shall wait for your valuable suggestions for two weeks before finalizing the theme of the conference. We are also in the process of publishing the Dec-Jan Issue of the IATLIS Communications. Please mail us the news items of professional interest to be included in this issue. -- Dr. Jagtar Singh, President, Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS) Department of Library and Information Science, Arts Block - 1, Punjabi University, Patiala Pin - 147 002 (India) Email: jagtar.kindu(a)gmail.com Tel: +91 (0)175 304 6462 & 304 6179 (Work) +91 (0)175 228 2727 (Home) Fax: +91 (0)175 228 3073 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IInd Reminder: NWNG2009: National Workshop, DOS, LIS, Mysore: 26-29 March 2009
by Ramachandran Guruprasad 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

Dear LIS-Forum Friends, Colleagues and Professional Library and Information Science Scholars in India and Abroad. NWNG2009: National Workshop on NewGenLib Open Source- Integrated Library System (OS-ILS): 26 – 29 March 2009 http://nwng2009.synthasite.com/ As you are kindly aware that the University of Mysore established in the year 1816 has been immensely responsible for the spread of higher education ever since the days of the erstwhile Mysore State. Being accredited as one the best Universities by the NAAC recently, it has also been bestowed with a special grant by the Ministry of Human Resources Development to lift the quality of higher education to even greater heights of intellectual proficiency. The Department of Library and Information Science came into existence during 1965. Supported by a SAP-UGC grant, it has been successfully running MLISc, M.Phil. and Ph.D. programmes over the last 44 years. In its rich history of 45 years, the department has organized several national and international seminars and workshops. The Department of Library and Information Science in association with UGC-SAP is now planning a National Workshop on NewGenLIB Open Source Integrated Library System (OS-ILS) between 26 – 29 March 2009. The main purpose of the workshop is to impart practical training in automation, house-keeping activities to library professionals using the NewGenLib OS-ILS. The last date for registration is 15 March 2009. Avoid last minute disappointments due to late registration. For further details, log onto the following URL: http://nwng2009.synthasite.com/ For any other specific information that you may wish to know, please post your email to: khaiser.nikam(a)gmail.com <mailto:khaiser.nikam@gmail.com> Or Call: Dr.(Mrs) Khaiser Nikam MLISc,PhD & MBA Chairperson/Reader Department of Library and Information Science University of Mysore Mysore-570 006 Karnataka INDIA Cell:98453 28672 Cell:9342593105 91-821-241520299(R) 2419399(O) ===================================== Information Posted by R Guruprasad, Ph.D. Research Scholar, University of Mysore And Scientist, KTMD, National Aerospace Laboratories, Bangalore. ===================== -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Inauguration of the Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan Library, Bangalore
by Kulkarni, Sheshagiri 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

Greetings from the Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan, Bangalore! We take great pleasure in inviting you to the Inauguration of the Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan Library in Bangalore. Event: Inauguration of the Library in Bangalore. Chief Guests: Mr. Friedrich Rahn, Deputy Consul General Consulate of the Federal Republic of Germany, Bangalore Prof. Siraj Hasan, Director, Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore and President, Karnataka Chapter of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Date: Friday March 6, 2009 Time: 6.30 p.m. Venue: Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan, 716 CMH Road, Indiranagar 1st Stage, Bangalore 560 038 Programme: Welcome speech by Dr. Evelin Hust, Director Introduction to the Library by Mr. Sheshagiri Kulkarni, Librarian Keynote Address by Mr. Friedrich Rahn Inaugural Address by Prof. Siraj Hasan Presentation by students of the Bhavan Choreographed animation of the Library space by the Stem Dance Kampni Ceremonial Inauguration of the Library Reception About us: The Goethe Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan, an important landmark on the thriving cultural map of Bangalore, is dedicated to fostering intercultural cooperation between India and the Federal Republic of Germany. This is accomplished through German language courses and activities, cultural programmes and the Library services. The Library at the Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan is a vibrant centre of activity not only for language students but also for all those associated with or interested in Germany and German culture. With its thematically diverse collection of more than 4000 print and audio-visual media, the Library is a treasure trove of information on contemporary Germany. Housed in a bright, cheerful environment that invites reading, learning and cultural interactions. Ideal for students, teachers, translators, people visiting Germany, lovers of art and culture. We also offer various information services such as web-based quarterly newsletters, literary events and Topics and Trends, a regular update on a specific topic from the German cultural scene, supported by specially procured media. We look forward to welcoming you at the Bhavan on March 6th, 2009. Best regards, Sheshagiri Kulkarni Librarian Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan 716 CMH Road Indiranagar 1st Stage Bangalore 560 038 Ph: +91 80 2520 5305/06/07/08-203 Fax: +91 80 2520 5309 kulkarni(a)bangalore.goethe.org www.goethe.de/bangalore www.goethe.de/india -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Intellectual Property Law Blog
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

Dear Friends, Intellectual Property Law Blog This weblog http://www.intellectualpropertylawblog.com/ may be very useful for up-to-date information on intellectual property law. Some of important topies covered are Copyrights, digital media, First Amendment, IP and technology transactions, Patents, Trade secrets etc. Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Blog: ksdinesh.blogspot.com, Official Blog: libraryofncet.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy In BIT Meshra
by mukesh jha 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

WALK-IN INTERVIEW Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra 835 215, Ranchi Prospective candidates are invited for walk-in-interview on 30th March 2009 at 10.00 AM at Central Library for the following posts. *1.Assistant Librarian (3 Posts) *(Scale of Pay: Rs. 8000-275-13200) Essential Qualification & Experience 1. Master degree in Library Science/ Information Science Documentation 2. At least six years exposure to Digital / Automated Library 3. Evidence of innovation library services and published work Desirable 1. UGC-NET or State-NET or MPhil or PhD 2. PD Diploma in Computer applications/ Library automation and Networking 3. Certificate course in Hardware & Networking in Linux/ UNIX environment *2.Information Scientist (1 Post)* (Scale of Pay: Rs. 8000-275-13200)Essential Qualification & Experience 1. Master/Bachelor degree in Library Science/ Information Science Documentation 2. Master/ Bachelor/ Diploma Degree in Computer science/applications 3. At least three years work experience in Digital / Automated Library with Networking and Linux/Unix environment Desirable 1. Exposure to any corporate library software companies 2. Certification course on Hardware, Software and Networking in Linux/ UNIX environment *3.Library and Inf. Assistant (2 Post)* Scale of Pay: Rs. 5500-175-9000 Essential Qualification & Experience: 1. Master degree in Library Science / Information Science Documentation 2. At least three years exposure to Digital / Automated Library Desirable 1. PD Diploma in Computer applications/ Library automation and Networking 2. Knowledge on Hardware, Software Networking in Linux/ UNIX environment *4.Library Attendant (10 Post)* Consolidated Pay: Rs. 4000 Essential Qualification & Experience: 1. BLISc or Diploma Course in Library Science 2. Knowledge on Computer applications 3. At least one year experience in any library *5.Library Trainees (5 Trainees)* Consolidated Pay: Rs. 5000 Essential Qualification & Experience: 1. Master degree in Library Science/ Information Science Documentation 2. Knowledge on Computer applications Candidates are requested to bring all original marks sheets, experience certificate along with one set of photocopy at the time of interview. For further details contact the Registrar. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview. Date: 12th February 2009 Registrar Mukesh Kumar Jha Library Trainee BHU (central Library) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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6th Endowment Lecture Series on Digital Libraries, DOS, LIS, Univ. Mysore, 6/3/09. 3.30 p.m.
by Ramachandran Guruprasad 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

To all the Library Professionals across the Country and former Alumni of the Department of Studies, Library and Information Science, University of Mysore. ======================================= University of Mysore, Department of Library and Information Science jointly with M./s Informatics Ltd., are organizing the 6^th Endowment Lecture Series on Digital Libraries Dr Khaiser Nikam, Chairperson, Dept. of Studies, Library and Information Science and Sri B J Hosmat, Registrar would be the overall controlling officers of the function. * About The Event…* Date and Time: 6^th March 2009, 3.30 P.M. Venue: Rani Bahadur Auditorium, Bahadur Institute of Management Sciences, Manasagangothri, Mysore – 570 006. The most interesting item of this year’s program is an invited talk by Mr Chintan Mehta, Director, India Incubation “Cellar” Yahoo India, Research and Development, Bangalore who would be delivering his lecture on “Managing Web Innovations”. Prof. K Chidananda Gowda, Former Vice-Chancellor, Kuvempu University has kindly agreed to preside over the function. Cultural programme by Smt. Sheea Sridhar and Group follows after the lecture. * Uniqueness of this Year’s Event…* This year’s Endowment Lecture (6-3-09) is unique and would be concluding with a pleasant note, as 7 March 2009 happens to the 89^th Annual Convocation of the Mysore University. The meritorious students would be receiving their gold medals and scroll of honour from none other than the Hon’ble Governor of Mysore. Sharing the dais with the Hon’ble Governor would be Prof. V G Talwar, the present Vice Chancellor of the Mysore University to personally felicitate all the degree awardees. Hence, kindly consider this as my personal invitation to all the present and old students of the DOS, LIS and all my professional LIS elsewhere in the country to attend this endowment lecture in large numbers, to be followed by the 89^th Annual Convocation of the Mysore University, the next day and make the two respective functions a grand success. For further details, kindly contact: Dr.(Mrs) Khaiser Nikam MLISc, PhD & MBA Chairperson/Reader Department of Library and Information Science University of Mysore Mysore-570 006 Karnataka INDIA Cell:98453 28672 91-821-2415202(R) 2419399(O) ========================== Posted by R Guruprasad, Scientist, NAL to appear in LIS-Forum -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Exploring a ~Deep Web~ That Google Can~Rt Grasp !
by Mailing List Admin 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

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Workshop on Skills Development for Contemporary LIS Professionals
by Mailing List Admin 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

Date: Fri, 27 Feb 2009 23:46:57 -0800 (PST) From: Arunachalam Hariharan <hariharan_ah(a)yahoo.com> Workshop on � Skills Development for Contemporary LIS Professionals � Date: 07 March 2009 � Organized by � Library and Information Centre K.S.Rangasamy College of Arts and Science KSR Kalvi Nagar, Tiruchengode - 637 215 � Programme Schedule 09.30 am��-�Registration 10.00 am -10.45 am�-�Inauguration 10.45 am-11.00 am�-�Tea 11.00 am-12.15 pm�-�Session I 12.15 pm-01.30 pm�-�Session II 01.30 pm-02.15 pm�-�Lunch 02.15 pm-03.15 pm�-�Session III 03.15 pm-03.30 pm�-�Tea 03.30 pm-04.30 pm�-�Session IV 04.30 pm - 05.00 pm�-�Valediction 05.00 pm�� -�� Inauguration of SALIS Local Chapter About the Workshop � The workshop is intended to discuss the various aspects of skills development which are necessarily required for the contemporary Library and Information Science professionals. � Areas Covered *�Managerial Skills Development *�IT Skills Development *�Soft Skills Development Target Audience � � Resource Persons � President - SALIS, Chennai. Dr. S. Muralidhar Scientist 'E', Head - TIRC, CVRDE, Chennai. Dr. J. Domnic Associate Chief Librarian, Karunya University Coimbatore. Mr. R. Lokanatha Gupta Director, Vasavi Academy of Excellence Coimbatore. Working Library'and Information Science professionals in all kinds of Libraries and other interested professionals. � Registration Fee � Professionals�Rs. 150/- Students/Scholars�Rs. 100/- Registration fee includes working lunch, refreshment and workshop kit. Payment � DD should be drawn in favour of 'Principal, K.S.R. College of Arts and Science' payable at Thiruchengode. It should be sent to the Co-ordinator on or before 05/03/2009. Contact us at � For further details contact: Lt. S. MANIKANDAN (Librarian cum NCC Officer) Workshop Co-ordinator K.S.Rangasamy�� College of Arts and Science Tiruchengode - 637 215 Mobile:� 99420-20895 E-mail: ksrcaslib(a)gmail.com Office�: 04288 - 274741 (4 lines) Extn.: 611/612 Mobile�: 99420 - 20895 (Mr. S. Manikandan) 98436 - 20382 (Mr. S. Kumar) 90472 - 44545 (Mr. A. Velayutham)

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Weblog at Bharathidasan University Library
by Mailing List Admin 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

Date: Sat, 28 Feb 2009 12:57:25 +0530 (IST) From: suruli nathi <surulinathi_iisc(a)yahoo.com> Dear ProfessionalsWe dont have any web server in our Library but we are Marketing our products and services using weblog.http://librarybdu.blogspot.com/� with regards, M. surulinathi Assistant Librarian cum Lecturer Bharathidasan university�

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