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IIFT College of Fashion, LIBRARY ASSISTANT - Bangalore
by kamlesh hilal 05 Oct '11

05 Oct '11

LIBRARY ASSISTANT IIFT College of Fashion * * <http://naukri.com/tieups/tieups.php?othersrcp=11497> *Experience:* 1 - 5 Years *Location:* Bengaluru/Bangalore *Compensation:* Rupees 70,000 - 1,00,000 *Education:* UG - Any Graduate - Any Specialization PG - Any PG Course - Any Specialization *Industry Type:* Education/ Teaching/Training *Role:* Librarian *Functional Area:* Teaching, Education *Posted Date:* 01 Oct Job Description HANDLING THE ENTIRE LIBRARY *Keywords:* MAINTENANCE OF LIBRARY Desired Candidate Profile SHOULD HAVE MASTERS IN LIBRARY SCIENCE , ABLE TO MANAGE THE ENTIRE WORK RELATED TO LIBRARY. Company Profile IIFT has 7 branches across Karnataka, IIFT has been associated with Bangalore University & Karnataka State Women’s University for its Diploma/Degree/Masters programs Contact Details *Company Name:* IIFT College of Fashion *Website:* http://www.iiftbangalore.com *Executive Name:* Ms.Divya *Address:* Not Mentioned *Email Address:* hr(a)iiftbangalore.com *Telephone:* 9980097400 Thanks (¨`·.·´¨) Always `·.¸ (¨`·.·´¨) Keep (¨`·.·´¨)¸.·´ Smiling! `·.¸.·´ Kamlesh B. Hilal B.R.Harne College of Engineering & Technology Wangani (W) 421503 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : kamleshhilal24(a)gmail.com : http://kamleshhilal.blogspot.com : http://www.slideshare.net/kamleshhilal/online-buying-for-librarians. Mob : 9322735397 /// 9833787311. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Two Vacancies at TERI Library and Information Center
by Shantanu Ganguly 05 Oct '11

05 Oct '11

Kindly post this email: We are looking for an experienced Library and Information Science Professionals with at least 4-5 years experience. *Eligibility criteria:* He should possess atleast a Graduate Degree (preferably Science background), M.Libsc. *Desirabile*: Computer Knowledge on latest state of the art, experience in developing websites. The incumbent should have a strong analytical skills and creative to bring out innovative services for the user professionals, and also the candidate should be well versed with Library Management and Operations. He should be an excellent team player and able to take up ownership and able to meet targets. The candidate should have good writing and communication skills. The interested candidates who meet these requirements, should apply at *<shantanu.ganguly(a)teri.res.in>* latest by *15 October, 2011*. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the first round of interview. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Online User Awareness Sessions on the IEEE Xplore Digital Library
by Dhanukumar Pattanashetti 04 Oct '11

04 Oct '11

Dear Professionals, Greetings from IEEE. As an IEEE Client Services Manager for India, I assist organizations to get the most out of their online subscriptions to IEEE resources. I'm writing to you to let you know about training opportunities available to IEEE Xplore customers in India. Online user awareness sessions on the IEEE Xplore digital library platform are planned for customers in India in the coming weeks/months. There have been recent enhancements to IEEE Xplore, which will be demonstrated in the session. The session will also highlight tips and tricks to get the most out of searching IEEE Xplore. I invite you to register for any of the following sessions, and also forward this email to endusers at your organization who might be interested in knowing best practices in using IEEE Xplore. If you have questions about IEEE Xplore and IEEE content, I can answer them during these sessions. Once you register for an online session, you will receive an email with the link to join on the date/time you have chosen. You need to have a phone (or a headset) and internet connection to join the session. You will receive additional details after registering for the session. Please *register* with the following link: www.ieee.org/go/training *Sessions planned India are as follows*: 10th October - 3.30pm – 4.30pm 21st October - 10.30am – 11.30am 4th November - 10.30am – 11.30am 5th December - 3.30pm – 4.30pm 2nd January - 10.30am – 11.30am These sessions will cover: - How to save searches, set-up alerts and use other personalization features - Effective searching using basic and advanced techniques - Refining your search using facets - Browsing IEEE content -- by document type, most popular or what's new - Customer support tools Please feel free to email me with any questions you have. If you require an online training session for your institute to be scheduled, please contact me. For other training options, such as self-paced video tutorials or downloadable tip sheets, visit our site at http://www.ieee.org/go/clientservices . -- Kind Regards, Dhanu ************************************************************** Dhanu Pattanashetti, BE, MLISc IEEE Client Services Manager, India Email: dhanu.p(a)ieee.org Mobile: +91 97408 46076 Fax: +91 80 41470594 Web: http://www.ieee.org/go/clientservices ************************************************************** IEEE. Advancing Technology for Humanity -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Slides and audio recordings online - Classification & Ontology, The Hague 19-20 September
by Aida Slavic 04 Oct '11

04 Oct '11

Hi, Colleagues may be interested in the outputs of the International UDC Seminar 2011 "Classification and Ontology: Formal Approaches and Access to Knowledge" that took place on 19-20 September 2011 in Koninklijke Bibliotheek in The Hague. Slides and audio recordings of all 21 talks can be now downloaded from the conference website http://seminar.udcc.org/2011/programme.htm Conference proceedings are published by Ergon Verlag and can now be purchased/ordered online from http://seminar.udcc.org/2011/php/proceedings.php. Kind regards Aida -- Dr Aida Slavic UDC Editor-in-Chief UDC Consortium aida.slavic(a)udcc.org ____________________________________________________________________ Web: http://www.udcc.org Blog: http://universaldecimalclassification.blogspot.com/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/UDCC ____________________________________________________________________ * Multilingual UDC Summary: http://www.udcc.org/udcsummary/php/index.php * Outputs: Classification and Ontology: http://seminar.udcc.org/2011/index.htm -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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4th Annual Conference of KHSLA 2012
by shashi bhat 04 Oct '11

04 Oct '11

Karnataka Health Sciences Library Association ® (KHSLA) earlier has known as Karnataka Medical Library Association (KMLA) in association with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, organizing the 4th Annual Conference “KHSLA-2012” at Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore on 27th -28th January 2012. Scientific papers are invited on the Theme: “Transformation of Health Sciences Libraries in Web Environment” Sub-Themes: Ø Library- from physical space to digital space Ø Hybrid library-linking print resources to web-based resources Ø Library /information system to knowledge based system Ø Shift from collection based library to service based library Ø Integration of library system with clinical system Submission Guidelines: · Original papers on the above themes and subthemes are invited · The papers should be submitted electronically · The papers should consists of Title of the paper, name(s) of the author/s and their address with e-mail ID/ Mobile Number · Abstract should be of 150-200 words followed by at least 5 key words · References · All papers should be MS word single spaced, 12 points font size, Times New Roman not exceeding 3000 -5000 words. Last date for submission of Abstract – 25th October 2011 Last date for submission of full paper – November 15, 2011 Abstracts & Papers may be sent to: Dr. H.S. Siddamallaiah, Ph.D Director of the Conference, KHSLA 2012 Principal Librarian & Information Officer NIHMANS, Hosur Road, Bangalore E-mail: khsla2012(a)gmail.com Registration fee: KHSLA members: Rs.500.00 Non Members: Rs.1000.00 (includes life membership to KHSLA) The registration fee can be sent through DD in favor of KHSLA 2012, KMIO, Bangalore and sent to: Mr. M. Nagaraj Organizing Secretary, KHSLA -2012 Library & Information Centre, Kidwai Memorial Inst. of Oncology Dr. M. H. Marigowda Road, Bangalore – 560 029 Ph: (O): 080-26560717; Mob: 9945056079 E-mail: kidwai(a)kar.nic.in ; khsla2012(a)gmail.com With Regards, Mrs. Shashikala K Librarian, A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Constituent college of Nitte University, Derlakatte, Mangalore - 575018. Ph: 0824-2204572, 2204963 (ext.-234) Res: 0824-2202133 Mob: +919448869047. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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EPT Award for individuals in developing countries working for OA
by Sridhar Gutam 04 Oct '11

04 Oct '11

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Iryna Kuchma <iryna.kuchma(a)eifl.net> Date: 1 October 2011 17:28 Subject: [EIFLoa] EPT Award for individuals in developing countries working for OA To: eifloa <eifloa(a)lists.eifl.net> *http://epublishingtrust.blogspot.com/ THE 2011 EPT AWARD FOR INDIVIDUALS IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES WORKING FOR OA* *Open Access Week arrives again this October, and is a time to celebrate all that has been achieved in the previous twelve months. The Electronic Publishing Trust is a long standing advocate of OA and the difference it can make. As our contribution to this year’s OA Week, we are launching an annual international award to recognise the impact that individuals can make. It is to be hoped that such international recognition will acknowledge the very real efforts being made by many individuals throughout the world, and will accelerate the development of models for achieving the open and free transfer of essential information for the progress of research.* *ANNOUNCEMENT :** *The Electronic Publishing Trust* is pleased to announce that it is launching an annual award for individuals in developing and transition countries** who have made significant advances to the cause of open access and the free exchange of research findings. Nominations are sought for the first such award. Individuals or organisations may nominate themselves or others, sending a statement using the attached form to the chair of the EPT Board, (d.law(a)strath.ac.uk) outlining the achievements of the individual. Please find the nominations form below. Nominations should be received by *30th November 2011*. Selection of a winner will be made by a panel of three EPT Board Members which will be chaired by Dr Alma Swan (http://bit.ly/aQXNEy<https://nemo.strath.ac.uk/owa/redir.aspx?C=7af235b591f24b038d9f3db4376002a6…>) a well-known figure in Open Access advocacy. The result will be announced in January 2012 and it is intended that a presentation will be made at a location convenient to the winner. The prizewinner will be publicly recognised through the presentation of a certificate and an engraved award. It is also hoped to have a “fringe” event at future OA meetings to celebrate the work of the winner. *The Electronic Publishing Trust for Development (EPT) was established in 1996 to facilitate open access to the world's scholarly literature and to support the electronic publication of reviewed bioscience journals from countries experiencing difficulties with traditional publication. **As defined by the UN at http://unstats.un.org/unsd/methods/m49/m49regin.htm#transition *EPT Award submission form for nominations* 1. Nominations may be made by individuals or organisations. 2. The EPT Award is for *individuals* who have made an impact on the progress of open access to research findings. 3. Please supply the following information: Name of nominee: Affiliation of nominee: Position or role of nominee: Contact address and email of nominee: Contact address and email of proposer: Please provide a brief statement to describe the ACTIVITIES of the nominee in support of Open Access (no more than 250 words): Please describe the RESULTS of these activities (no more than 200 words): Please describe the SIGNIFICANCE of these activities and results for Open Access (no more than 200 words): Please send your proposal by 30/11/2011 to: EPT Chair, Derek Law, at derek.law(a)strath.ac.uk (EPT blog: http://epublishingtrust.blogspot.com/) _______________________________________________ http://www.eifl.net eifloa mailing list - eifloa(a)lists.eifl.net Unsubscribe: http://www.eifl.net/mailman/options/eifloa/gutam2000%40gmail.com _______________________________________________ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Need of reference
by MOHAN JAMDADE 04 Oct '11

04 Oct '11

Dear Professionals, I am the Assistant Librarian of Yashwantrao Mohite Colleege, Pune. I need the references regarding research area entitled "Science Fiction in Indian English Literature" "Science Fiction in Indian Literature" I will be highly obliged if I get the reference for the same. Thanking you, -- Mohan Jamdade -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NASI SCOPUS YOUNG SCIENTIST AWARDS 2011
by Muralidharan, Padma (ELS-DEL) 04 Oct '11

04 Oct '11

NASI SCOPUS YOUNG SCIENTIST AWARDS 2011 - LAST DATE EXTENDED TO 31st OCTOBER, 2011 Dear Librarians, Scientists and Researchers, ELSEVIER has just announced the NASI-SCOPUS YOUNG SCIENTIST AWARDS 2010. Now in its sixth year since its inception, the award has been gaining credence and prestige amongst the Indian scientific community. The awards will be given away in ten subject areas like in the previous year and all information can be had from Elsevier's South Asia website (http://southasia.elsevier.com) Any queries in this regard should be addressed to the undersigned. Thanks and look forward to your submissions. Best regards, PADMA MURALIDHARAN | Senior Manager - Account Development ELSEVIER (Science & Technology) p.muralidharan(a)elsevier.com ; (WORK) +91-124-4774202 l (MOBILE) +91-9810739993 For all information regarding Elsevier, please visit http://southasia.elsevier.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ -------------- This communication is confidential and may be privileged. Any unauthorized use or dissemination of this message in whole or in part is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you receive this message by mistake, please notify the sender by return e-mail and delete this message from your system. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fwd: Verus starts NewGenLib adaptation program
by Shamprasad Pujar 04 Oct '11

04 Oct '11

Dear Members, I think it is a very good opportunity for libraries which have not yet undertaken complete automation. The members, who wish to participate in this programme at NO COST, may check details available in the forwarded message. best Regards, Dr S.M. Pujar Deputy Librarian IGIDR, Mumbai ======================================= ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: NewGenLib - Verus Solutions <info(a)verussolutions.biz> Date: Tue, Oct 4, 2011 at 9:16 AM Subject: Verus starts NewGenLib adaptation program To: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in Dear Patrons: Verus Solutions has started "NewGenLib Adaptation Program". You may also recommend this program for other libraries. What is "NewGenLib Adaptation Program"? ------------------------------------------------------------ This program is for libraries which are planning to automate their libraries in just 4 days. This is time-bound program. The duration of this program is 32 hours (4 - days). And it is very simple. There are schedules for this program. If you strictly follow the schedule you will fully automate your library in just 4 days. You will be visually observing your users' (and management) satisfaction and praise for library services. What should you do to enroll to this program? --------------------------------------------------------------- Please visit http://www.verussolutions.biz/web/nglAdaptationProgram and enrol your library for the program. You may also share this link with libraries that are planning to implement library automation. What happens after enrollment? -------------------------------------------- NewGenLib Open Source Team will do the following tasks for you Step 1 - Installation: We will download and install the latest version of NewGenLib on your system. If you have any clients we will install NewGenLib clients. Step 2 - Training: This is a 24 hour program (3 days). In this step we will train you on all the critical functionalities of library management. Step 3 - Installing migrated data: We will be collecting you data to convert it into NewGenLib schema. The privacy of your library data will be strictly be maintained. NewGenLib Open Source Team will be accepting a Non-Disclosure Agreement from you to protect the privacy of your data. The process of collecting the data will happen at step 1 itself. So that at the end of the program the converted data is installed. Step 4 - System maintenance and support: We will provide you with information on process to get instant help from us. Maintaining NewGenLib is very cost effective. Is this program strictly based on schedule? ---------------------------------------------------------- The program is designed for 32 hours, that is 4 days x 8 hours per day. However you are at your liberty to allot time for this program. What are the costs involved in taking up this program? -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Verus Solutions does not charge any thing for this program. This is absolutely a free program. All you need is a decent Internet connection as all the tasks are executed on-line. For any queries you may send us an email to info(a)verussolutions.biz Wishing you a happy library management Warm regards NewGenLib Open Source Team Verus Solutions -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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SoFerence 2011: Registration Date Extended till 10 Oct 2011 - on request
by Nagappa B 03 Oct '11

03 Oct '11

Dear Professional Friend, On request from many professionals friends, SoFerence Registration Date has been extended till 10th October 2011 and also increased the no. of registrations from 80 to 150. Hurry up...!!! and send your registration form along with fee immediately to the Organizing Secretary through courier or speed post. SoFerence 2011: a Social Conference on Knowledge / Experience Sharing (a National Conference) 15th October, 2011 TATA Consultancy Services, L-Centre, Near Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, EPIP Industrial Area, Whitefield, Bangalore - 560066, Karnataka, India Organizing Committee takes immense pleasure in inviting you to contribute papers and participate in "SoFerence 2011: a Social Conference on Knowledge / Experience Sharing" to be held on 15th October, 2011. SoFerence is a social platform, which allows professionals to share their experiences in the form of Best Practices, New Initiatives, Innovation, C reativity, Processes Improvements, Success Stories, Case Studies, Surveys, Soft Skills, Education & Training Methods, Internships, Deployment of IT Tools / Applications etc. in LIS and related fields, which will help other co-professionals to know and implement them at their workplace. SoFerence will empower every author & participant to play a vital role by acting as a moderator to choose the best set of papers, which will eventually go for publication (SoFerence Souvenir, a CD and Book with ISBN Number). Special Features: 1. Reward for Best Papers. 2. Poster Presentation facility for select papers. 3. Equal opportunity to every paper presentation. 4. Publication of SoFerence Souvenir: a Book & CD with ISBN Number. 5. Includes few 'Spotlight Lectures', which will be delivered by eminent professionals from LIS & related fields. 6. Advance sharing of participants questions with author on paper, which helps the author to be prepared to answer. Request you to circulate this info amongst your friends, colleagues, research scholars, students, etc. and encourage them to participate and send their papers. Important Dates: Last date for Submission of full paper...................: Closed Last date for Registration.....................................: 10th October, 2011 Intimation of acceptance of paper for presentation: Closed SoFerence Date...................................................: 15 October, 2011 Registration Charges: Participants from Corporate and R&D institutions.........................: Rs. 450/- Participants from Academic Institutions, SLA & KALA Members.: Rs. 300/- Students, Research Scholars & Trainees.......................................: Rs. 150/- Looking forward for your active participation and paper contribution. For more info pls visit: http://kalaonline.com/ OR contact Organizing Secretary. Thanks & Regards Dr. Nagappa B. Organizing Secretary - SoFerence 2011 Head | Information Resource Centre | Tata Consultancy Services Pioneer Building, International Tech Park | Padandhur Agrahara | Whitefield Road | Bangalore - 560 066 | Karnataka | India Ph:- +91 80 67251330 | Buzz:- 4851330 | Cell:- 91-7760505296 Mailto: nagappa.b(a)tcs.com | Website: http://www.tcs.com =====-----=====-----===== Notice: The information contained in this e-mail message and/or attachments to it may contain confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient, any dissemination, use, review, distribution, printing or copying of the information contained in this e-mail message and/or attachments to it are strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us by reply e-mail or telephone and immediately and permanently delete the message and any attachments. Thank you -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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