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Article
by Mahesh.. brp? 09 Feb '11

09 Feb '11

Dear Sir/Madam, One of my faculty member requires this article for his PhD Work. Journal Name: International journal Advanced Manufacturing technology Title: Comparison of optical and stylus methods for measurement of surface texture. V:33 Page:110-118 https://springerlink3.metapress.com/content/0851313276m3t772/resource-secur… -- *With Warm & Regards* ** *Mahesh. Y* *Assistant Librarian KS Group of Instituation Mallasandra Bangalore-62* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National workshop on KOHA and Elib
by Mailing List Admin 09 Feb '11

09 Feb '11

Date: Wed, 9 Feb 2011 12:27:01 +0530 (IST) From: dharanikumarp(a)indiatimes.com The Department of Library and Information Science, Kuvempu University is organizing one week National workshop on Library Automation software (Koha and E-lib) during 14-19 March 2011. Registration Fee Rs. 2000/- (excluding accommodation) The registration fee includes Workshop kit (containing course materials, bag, and stationery) and working lunch. Note: Participants strength is restricted to 25 and selection will be on first cum first served basis. Registration Form Name______________________ Address____________________ Pin________________________ Telephone__________________ E-mail______________________ Fax_______________________ Payment Particulars Amount: Rs: DD No. Bank Date Date & Signature You are requested to send the dully filled registration form along with a DD drawn in favour of "Chairman Dept. of Library and Information Science, Kuvempu University" Shankaragatta, payable at SBM, Jnana Sahyadri campus, Kuvempu University before 20th February 2011. For further details you may contact P. Dharani Kumar Assistant Professor Dept. of Library and Information Science Kuvempu University Shimoga, Karnataka Phone: 09741501214 email: dharanikumarp(a)indiatimes.com Co-ordinator: Dr. S. Padmamma, Associate Professor & Chairman Dept of Library & Information Science, Kuvempu University, Jnana Sahyadri, Shankaragatta - 577 451, Shimoga, Karnataka

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Article Request
by RAKESH SINGH BISEN 09 Feb '11

09 Feb '11

Dear All, Kindly send the following article for one of our scientist: *"Plant Genetic Resource Network in India/Paroda, R S"* ** *Indian Journal of Plant Genetic Resources,1(1-2),pp.32-42* RAKESH SINGH BISEN LIBRARY OFFICER INDIAN INSTITUTE OF INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE(IIIM) (Formerly Regional Research Laboratory) Canal Road, JAMMU-180 001(J&K)-INDIA rsbisen(a)iiim.res.in library(a)iiim.ac.in bisen.iiim(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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Article Request
by RAKESH SINGH BISEN 09 Feb '11

09 Feb '11

Dear All, Kindly send the following article if you have: *"Marketing and Trade of Saffron in India/Munsi, A M"* ** *Agricultural Marketing,33,1990,pp. 29031* RAKESH SINGH BISEN LIBRARY OFFICER INDIAN INSTITUTE OF INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE(IIIM) (Formerly Regional Research Laboratory) Canal Road, JAMMU-180 001(J&K)-INDIA rsbisen(a)iiim.res.in library(a)iiim.ac.in bisen.iiim(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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Request for an Article
by Mohan T A 08 Feb '11

08 Feb '11

Dear Professionals Kindly send the full text article mentioned below, which is required for our teaching faculty. Title: Effects of Non-Plastic Fines on Minimum and Maximum Void Ratios of Sand Author : Lade P., Liggio C., Yamamuro J. Journal Name: Geotechnical Testing Journal (GTJ) Volume 21, Issue 4 (December 1998) pages 336-347 DOI: 10.1520/GTJ11373J with regards T A Mohan Librarian Siddaganga Institute of Technology TUMKUR E-mail: mohan(a)sit.ac.in tamohanta(a)gmail.com Mobile:9343525141 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Requirement of Full-text article
by Mamtha's Gmail 08 Feb '11

08 Feb '11

Dear Friends, Kindly provide full-text of the following articles if available in your library. 1. *Kilani S, Ben Sghaier M, Limem I, Bouhlel I, Boubaker J, Bhouri W,* * In vitro evaluation of antibacterial,antioxidant, cytotoxic and apopotic activities of the tubers infusion and extracts of Cyperus rotundas. * *Bioresource Technology (2008) Vol:99 Issue :18 pgs:9004-9008* ** *2. Kilani S, Ledauphin J, Bouhlel I, Ben Sghaier M, Boubaker J, Skandrani I, Mosrati R, Ghedira K, Barillier D, Chekir-Ghedira L* * Comparative study of Cyperus rotundus essential oil by a modified GC/MS analysis method. Evaluation of its antioxidant, cytotoxic and apopotic effects * *Chemistry & Biodiversity (2008) Vol :5 Issue:5 pgs:729-42* ** *3. Yazdanparast R, Ardestani A* *Invitro antioxidant and free radical scavenging activity of Cyperus rotundus* *Journal of Medicinal Food (2007) Vol:10 issue:4 pgs: 667-74* ** *Thank you.* ** *Best wishes* ** *Mamatha PK* *Chief Librarian* *Yenepoya University* *Deralakatte,* *MANGALORE-575018* * Ph:0824-2204668, 69, 70* ** ** ** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Origiin IP Academy launches course on FTO (Freedom-to- Operate) analysis
by Bindu 08 Feb '11

08 Feb '11

Dear Sir/Madam, We are happy to announce that Origiin IP Academy, a subsidiary of Origiin IP Solutions LLP, Bangalore after successful completion of Patent Agent Examination Training for the year 2010-2011, now launches "Certificate course on Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) analysis". FTO, also known as "Clearance search" or "Right to Use searches" is a kind of patent search that is used to determine whether a particular action, such as testing or launch or commercialising of a product in a specify territory, can be done without infringing valid intellectual property rights of third party (ies) or not. Patent infringement is the commission of a prohibited act with respect to a patented <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Invention> invention without permission from the <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patent> patent holder. According to Anindya Sircar, Head of IP Cell at Infosys Technology, Bangalore, "IP risk assessment before product launch in a given territory is extremely critical for the business today and is an essential step to mitigate future infringement possibilities." Therefore risk assessment before launching a product or the process to make such product is extremely crucial for any business. The course has been specifically designed to the students, researchers who want to pursue career in the area of Intellectual Property Rights as well as the people already working in this area but want to further refine their skills. "Such a specialized IP Certificate Course will be highly beneficial to any student or a researcher who wants to pursue career in this area. In India specifically, such a course is really required says, Prof Rama Murthy, Professor & Head, Intellectual Property Cell at Centre for Emerging Technologies, Jain University, Bangalore and Scientific Advisor to Patent Office, Government of India Course: Certificate course on Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) analysis Mode of teaching: Online along with contact class and one project Contents: Basics of Prior Art Search and FTO, Case-studies, exercises, preparation of report Fee: 14,500 INR (Corporate discounts available on more than 5 registrations) Registration: Write to origiin.training(a)gmail.com, info(a)origiin.com Phone: 9845693459, 9880213204 Have a good day! Best regards, Bindu Sharma Origiin IP Solutions LLP [Intellectual Property Rights] Bangalore Phone: +919845693459, +918025830363 Website: www.origiin.com <http://www.origiin.com/> Email: bindu(a)origiin.com, origiin2010(a)gmail.com Blog: http://origiin.blogspot.com <http://origiin.blogspot.com/> , http://origiinipae.blogspot.com <http://origiinipae.blogspot.com/> Linkedin Profile: http://in.linkedin.com/in/bindusharma -- Bindu Sharma Origiin IP Solutions LLP [Intellectual Property Rights] Bangalore Phone: +919845693459, +918025830363 Website: www.origiin.com <http://www.origiin.com/> Email: bindu(a)origiin.com, origiin2010(a)gmail.com Blog: http://origiin.blogspot.com <http://origiin.blogspot.com/> , http://origiinipae.blogspot.com <http://origiinipae.blogspot.com/> Linkedin Profile: http://in.linkedin.com/in/bindusharma -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation to the National Seminar on “Digital Future of Library Materials: Issues and Challenges” at Vidyasagar University, W.B.
by soumen mallik 07 Feb '11

07 Feb '11

National Seminar on “Digital Future of Library Materials: Issues and Challenges” Organised by- Department of Library and Information Science, Vidyasagar University, Medinipur – 721 102, West Bengal Date- March 17-18, 2011 Venue - B C Mukherjee Hall, Vidyasagar University Campus, Midnapore About the Seminar Libraries have undergone considerable changes to cope up with the increasing use of technology. Information Centers are striving hard to match the expectation of users by competing with other Internet information service providers. Customized information aggregation, Tagging etc. is a few of the initiatives which libraries are embracing to make their existence relevant. Document storage, representation and document delivery are three of the most important activities of Library services which are ever influenced as technology develops. In pursuit of changing face of library services and activities the Department of Library and Information Science of Vidyasagar University organizing two day National Seminar on “Digital Future of Library Materials: Issues and Challenges”. During the seminar the theme will by analysed from multiple perspectives ranging from user interface and digital preservation technologies to affordability and sustainability of digital technologies. Sub Themes The following sub themes may be considered in this connection: I) Emerging Trends in Digital Preservation Technologies ; II) Open Source and Commercial Software; III) Sustainability of Open Access Initiatives; IV) Future of e-journals & e-books : Emerging Integrated format; V) Building Institutional Repositories; VI) Transcending the language barriers through digital technologies; Call for Papers We invite articles on the aforementioned sub-themes. Full paper in MSWord, references following Indian Standard (IS:2381-1978) in CD or by e-mail and a hard copy of the same must reach us by 2nd March, 2011. Target Audience Apart from LIS professionals, teachers, researchers, and students; scientists, social scientists, IT specialists, alongwith information users from different disciplines and activities are expected to participate and render their experiences and suggestions on the seminar topic. Registration Fees- Student (V. U.) Rs. 150.00; Others- Rs. 250.00 Payment should be made by Cash / DD in favour of the Dept. of Library and Information Science, Vidyasagar University. Filled in Registration Form and Fees must reach on or before March 8, 2011. Accommodation- Accommodation of outstation participants may be arranged if request is sent at least ten days before the Seminar. Participants will have to bear the charges. All Communication should Address to Soumen Mallik, Organizing Secretary; Dept. of Library and Information Science, Vidyasagar University, Medinipur - 721 102, West Bengal, India. Mob: 9476432869. e-mail- soumenmallik(a)in.com; soumen.mallik(a)gmail.com About the Place - The weather is normally soothing cool during this time. Numerous historically important sites, forests are the added attractions of this place. How to Reach the Venue - Nearest Rail Station: Medinipur (about 15 km. by road from Kharagpur). From Medinipur Rail Station/ Bus Terminus Auto rickshaws, Buses and Rickshaws are available. -- Soumen Mallik Lecturer Department of Library and Information Science Vidyasagar University Midnapore-721102 09476432869 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Are libraries finished? Five arguments for and against - BBC
by G.K.MANJUNATH 07 Feb '11

07 Feb '11

An interesting reading at: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-12340505 Dr.G.K.Manjunath Chief Librarian Indira Gandhi Inst of Development Research Film City Road Santosh Nagar Goregaon(East ) MUMBAI - 400 065 India Phone: 022-28416528 email: gkm(a)igidr.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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M.S (LIS) Programme in DRTC
by drtc＠isibang.ac.in 07 Feb '11

07 Feb '11

Indian Statistical Institute Documentation Research and Training Centre 8th Mile, Mysore Road, Bangalore 560059 M.S. in Library and Information Science With the emergence of knowledge-centered economies and the knowledge society, Information & Knowledge Management has emerged as a major area of concern and importance to large corporate houses, R & D Institutions and even governments. The area cuts across several disciplines including Information Technology, Library Science, and Management sciences, to mention a few. The Documentation Research & Training Centre, a unit of the Indian Statistical Institute, founded by Late Prof. S. R. Ranganathan is an internationally recognized centre for advanced training and research in this area. The DRTC now offers a novel M.S. Programme in Library & Information Science with the primary objective of preparing the next generation information managers. This new and unique programme offers an ideal blend of courses spanning library science, information technology, knowledge management and quantitative studies. The graduates of the programme will find excellent openings in industry, especially the IT industry, R & D organizations and institutions of higher education & research. For those with an aptitude for higher studies and research the M.S. Programme provides a solid foundation for Ph.D. programmes. Several universities across the country have recognized DRTC as a centre for doctoral research. ELIGIBILITY The minimum qualification for admission to the M.S. programme is a Bachelors degree in any discipline from a recognized Indian or foreign university (obtained after a minimum of 12+3 years of education) with at least 60% marks in the qualifying examination. SELECTION PROCEDURE Selection of candidates for the M.S. programme will be based on academic records and performance of the candidate in an all-India written entrance test and interview. There is no tuition fee for the programme and all eligible students will receive a stipend. DURATION The duration of the Programme is 24 months (2 Years); the programme is offered only at the ISI Bangalore Centre HOW TO APPLY? For details and application form can be obtained from the following offices of Indian Statistical Institute (by post or in person) a) Dean of Studies, Indian Statistical Institute, 203 B.T Road, Kolkata 10008. b) Head. Delhi Centre. Indian Statistical Institute, 7 SJS Sansanwal Marg, New Delhi 110016, c) Head, Bangalore Centre Indian Statistical Institute, 8th Mile Mysore Road, Bangalore 560059, d) Head, SQC-OR Unit, Indian Statistical Institute, 110 Nelson Manickam Road (1st Floor), Aminjikarai, Chennai 600029, e) Head, SQC-OR Unit, Indian Statistical Institute, Street No.8, Habshiguda, Hyderabad 500007, by paying an amount of Rs.450/- (Rs.225/- for reserved categories) in cash (from 11a.m to 2 p.m on working days from Monday to Friday), or by Bank Draft drawn in favour of Indian Statistical Institute payable at Kolkata (Proper). Request for application forms should have the mailing address in CAPITALS. Postal orders, Money orders and cheque will not be accepted. Prospectus and application forms. sample question papers and this administion notice will also be available on our website http:www.isical.ac.in/~deanweb in pdf format from 9th Feb. 2011 IMPORTANT DATES: Distribution of Prospectus and Application Form : 09 February 2011 to 07 March 2011 Last date for receiving completed Application Form : 28 March 2011 Date of Selection Test (India and abroad) : 08 May 2011 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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