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National Workshop on Information Management System
by Sree Kumar Nair 12 Jan '13

12 Jan '13

*National Workshop on Information Management System: Strategies on E-Resources Management in Higher Education * Organized by Centre for Education Beyond Curriculum (CEDBEC), Christ University, Bangalore in association with International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)* 26-28 February 2013 * * Pre-notice* Dear Sir/Madam, Greetings! We are pleased to inform you that Christ University, Bangalore, in association with International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU) is conducting a National Workshop on Information Management System: Strategies on E-Resources Management in Higher Education from February 26th to 28th, 2013 *Background* There has been a paradigm shift the world over, the way information and knowledge is being generated, stored, accessed, disseminated and consumed. Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) is the game changer in this and it has propelled the growth of large numbers of Electronic Resources across the world. In the electronic publishing ecosystem, scholarly E-Resources form a major stakeholder targeting the electronic information systems, researchers and the academic community. E-Resources extend numerous advantages to information systems and to the user community. They offer concurrent and multiple access to the content, remote access, multimedia facilities, online searching, and considerable storage savings. Information systems could also explore numerous resource base enhancement innovations such as the UGC Infonet, INDEST Consortium etc. and several Open Source Digital Library technologies towards making the library vibrant, resourceful, outreaching, accessible and visible. However, there are numerous challenges faced by Digital Libraries in managing these resources as each one has it own characteristics and particularities in its format and meaning. *Objective * Keeping in view the way information and knowledge is generated and the paradigm shift undergone by major libraries to e-resources, the main objective of this workshop is to empower users in Information and Communication Technologies working in university libraries and public service institutions. This workshop will also enhance skills in building your own digital libraries, document repositories, content management and information retrieval strategies and utilize various e-resources available to the world at large, effectively promoting knowledge based-services. *Content: * - Information Management - Web 2.0 applications in information sharing, collaborations and value added services - E-Resources Management Strategies - Digital Libraries using Open Source software “Greenstone” - Scholarly Electronic Resources  Institutional Repositories (Open Access Archives) using “DSpace”, “OAI Harvester” etc. - Web based Content Management Applications (CMS) using “Drupal”, “Joomla” etc. - Federated Searches and Discovery Services  Single Sign-On and Remote Login Services - Consortia approach to Library's digital / electronic collection building activities Methodology - Interactive sessions - Practical presentations - Feedback and support *Delegate Profile* Librarians, & Information Managers, College/University Teachers and Professionals interested in the field. *Registration* Outstation participants: Rs 3500/-per participant (Includes lunch, tea on all days of the workshop and accommodation will also be provided at the Center for Academic Excellence, Christ University, Bangalore) Local participants: Rs 2500/-per participant (Includes lunch & tea on all days of the workshop) * Payment details* DD drawn in favour of “Christ University, Bangalore”, payable at Bangalore *Last day for registration: 9th February 2013 * *Venue:* Seminar Room, Christ Junior College Block, IV Floor, Christ University campus Sd/- Dr (Fr) ABRAHAM V M Pro-Vice Chancellor Christ University, Bangalore *For more information/clarification, you may contact:* Dr. Kennedy Andrew Thomas The Director, Total Quality Management System (TQMS), Christ University, Bangalore 560029 Phone 91-800-40129451/40129454 Fax: 91-80-40129000Mobile -9343521435 Email: cedbec(a)christuniversity.in / kennedy.andrew(a)christuniversity.in REGISTRATION FORM : Attached with this mail. Warm regards, Sree Kumar Nair, Librarian, Christ University, Hosur Road, Bangalore - 560029 Karnataka -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for fulltext article needed
by Ravi Hullur 11 Jan '13

11 Jan '13

Dear LIS Professionals, We urgently require the following article for one of the research scholars. Kindly help me if your library collection has it. Ectrodactyly-ectodermal dysplasia-clefting (EEC) syndrome presenting with a large nephrogenic cyst, severe oligohydramnios and hydrops fetalis: a case report and review of the literature Tuenjai Chuangsuwanich1,*, Prasert Sunsaneevithayakul2, Kobkun Muangsomboon3, Chanin Limwongse Prenatal Diagnosis Volume 25, Issue 3, <http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/pd.v25:3/issuetoc>pages 210–215, March 2005 I thank all of you for the help provided every time when I approached -- ** ***** Regards Ravi Hullur Asst.Librarian KLE University, Belgaum -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Seminar-cum-Workshop on Media and Information Literacy, 12-13 February 2013 Punjabi University, Patiala - call for papers and participation
by HPS Kalra 11 Jan '13

11 Jan '13

Seminar-cum-Workshop on Media and Information Literacy 12-13 February, 2013 Organized by Department of Library and Information Science Punjabi University, Patiala Objectives of the seminar-cum-workshop (a) To understand the concept of media and information literacy and lifelong learning; (b) To apply media and information literacy concepts and skills across frontiers (c) To develop media and information literacy modules for L professionals (d) To formulate a National Media and Information Literacy Agenda (e) To create a ripple effect by training librarians and faculty in MIL Theme of the Seminar: Media and Information Literacy Sub-themes: (suggested topics but not limited to the following) • Media and information literacy (MIL) as a composite concept • Information literacy and lifelong learning • Information literacy methods and techniques and best practices • Information literacy policies and policy development: Initiatives in India • Information literacy and libraries • Information literacy and LIS education • Information literacy across disciplines • Planning strategies for information literacy training (promotion and marketing, training the trainers, partnership, collaboration across professions, teacher education, integrating into curricula) • Information literacy instruction (teaching techniques and methods, instructional design, curriculum development, measurement and evaluation, Web-based training, e-learning) • Information literacy and ethical and social issues • Information literacy and citizenship • Information literacy and digital divide • Role of Media and Information in Democracy • Representation in Media and Information; • Languages in Media and Information; • Citizenship, Freedom of Expression and Information, Access to Information, Democratic Discourse and Life-long Learning • Understanding Media and Information Ethics Note: These sub-themes are not exhaustive, rather indicative only. Call for papers: Full articles and research papers (with abstracts) are invited on the above mentioned theme and sub-themes of the seminar. Papers should reach the Head, Department of Library & Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala – 147002 (Punjab) as an email attachment (as a doc file) latest by 08 February 2013 to milpatiala(a)gmail.com with a copy to Jagtar Singh jagtardeep(a)gmail.com The paper should include Title, Name and Address of author(s), Abstract and Keywords. References at the end of the paper and their in-text citing should be according to APA Style manual. Keynote speaker: Dr. Albert K. Boekhorst, Visiting Professor, University of Pretoria, South Africa would be delivering the keynote address and would conduct a workshop on the second day. Participation and Registration: Participation to the workshop is limited for 25-30 participants and would be provided on first-come-first-served basis. Registration Fees: Rs. 750.00 for the seminar-cum-workshop. Registration fee payable by cash/DD. DD payable at Patiala to be drawn in favour of Head, Dept. of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala. Climate: Climate in Patiala is generally very cold during mid-February. Outstation participants should bring heavy woolens to avoid inconvenience. How to Reach Patiala: Patiala is easily approachable by train/bus. Nearest airport is Chandigarh (60 km away). Patiala also has a railway station and Ambala Cantt. (50 km) and Rajpura (20 km) are major and nearest stations on Delhi – Amritsar main rail line. Frequent bus service is available from Chandigarh, Ambala Cantt. and Rajpura. Direct buses are available from other major cities in North India. Punjabi University is situated 6 km before the city on Rajpura-Patiala highway and buses make a stop there at the request of passengers. Accommodation: Accommodation in Punjabi University guest house is very limited and would be arranged by the Organizers ONLY on first-come-first served basis for those participants who send prior information for it in the registration form. Charges for accommodation are to be borne by the participants as per actuals. Registration Form Seminar-cum-Workshop on Media and Information Literacy 12-13 February 2013 Department of Library & Information Science Punjabi University, Patiala Name: (Prof./Dr./Mr./Mrs./Ms):………………………………………………………….. Name of accompanying person/s (if any):………………………………………………. Designation: …………………………………………... Institution: ……………………………………………………………………………….. Mailing Address: ………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………….. E-mail: …………………………………………………………………………………….. Phone: (O) …………………………….., (M) …………………………. Payment Details: Bank: ……………………………. Draft No. …………………………… Dated: ………................................ Amount: ……………………………… Whether accommodation is required: Yes / No. If Yes, number of persons and their names:……………………………………….. Arrival and Departure Details (Train / Flight No., Date, Time): ……………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………… Signature The filled-in registration form along with registration fee is to be sent to the Head, Dept. of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala 147002 (Punjab) Ph.-0175-3046179, 3046180. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Full text artical
by sridhar gowda 11 Jan '13

11 Jan '13

Dear professionals For one of our student Research the below journal articles are urgently required, if u have access these full text article, please mail to sridhar.cool06(a)gmail.com 1. Personality development & stress reduction in nursing personnel by Makhija Neclam. Vol. 91, No. 12 December 2000, The Nursing Journal of India. 2. Student nurses problem & guidance nursing. July 1997, The Nursing Journal of India -- ** Sridhar M. P. Librarian, Narayana Hrudayalaya College of Nursing, Bangalore Ph. +91-9538898126 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Gmail configuration in Dspace
by Manju Channappa 10 Jan '13

10 Jan '13

Dear professionals, I want to know how to configure gmail server in dspace. I checked the dspace forum and tried but its failed to launch mail server. Can any one help me in this... Thanks and Regards Manju C Librarian ISBR Business School Bangalore Mob:9880678301 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for article
by honnappa ramannanavar 10 Jan '13

10 Jan '13

Dear LIS Members, One of our faculty member need these articles. kindly send the following articles at the earliest. Smirnova, Yelena (2012). Perceptions of corporate social responsibility in Kazakhstan, Social Responsibility Journal Vol. 8, No. 3, pp. 404-417 Kansal, Monika and Singh, Sukhdev (2012). Measurement of corporate social performance: an Indian perspective, Social Responsibility Journal, Vol. 8, No. 4, pp. 527-546. Obalola, Musa and Adelopo, Ismail (2012). Measuring the perceived importance of ethics and social responsibility in financial services: a narrative-inductive approach. Social Responsibility Journal, Vol. 8, No. 3, pp. 418-432 Azmat, Fara; Zutshi, Ambika (2012). Perceptions of corporate social responsibility amongst immigrant entrepreneurs. Social Responsibility Journal, Vol. 8, No. 1, pp. 63-76. Weyandt, A J; Costa, S R Reis da; Nunes, M L and Gaspar, A (2012). Social responsibility of fish processing companies located in Portugal and Spain. Social Responsibility Journal, Vol. 8, No. 1, pp. 100-113 Güler Aras, Asli Aybars, Ozlem Kutlu, (2010) "Managing corporate performance: Investigating the relationship between corporate social responsibility and financial performance in emerging markets", International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, Vol. 59 Iss: 3, pp.229 – 254 Best Regards, Honnappa Ramannanavar Asst. Librarian IFIM Business School -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Need of article
by banesh hiremath 10 Jan '13

10 Jan '13

Dear sir, one of our faculty needed below mentioned article for their research purpose Titile : Galerkin approximations for singular linear elliptic and semilinear parabolic problems *Author : *S. N. Chow<http://www.tandfonline.com/action/doSearch?action=runSearch&type=advanced&r…> a*, D. R. Dunninger<http://www.tandfonline.com/action/doSearch?action=runSearch&type=advanced&r…> b & M. Miklavčlč<http://www.tandfonline.com/action/doSearch?action=runSearch&type=advanced&r…> b Volume 40 <http://www.tandfonline.com/loi/gapa20?open=40#vol_40>, Issue 1<http://www.tandfonline.com/toc/gapa20/40/1>, 1991 Taylor and Francis if u have above mentioned article kindly send to below mentioned email id "librarian(a)jssaten.ac.in" -- Thanks and Regards, B. K. Hiremath Librarian Library and Information Center JSS Academy of Technical Education Noida-201301 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NATIONAL CONF - ROUTE - 2013-Reaching Out to Users through Technology
by Arunachalam Hariharan 10 Jan '13

10 Jan '13

NATIONAL CONFERENCE on Reaching Out to Users through Technology (ROUTE - 2013) Enhancing Innovative Library Services in Open Environment Date: 13 - 15 MARCH 2013 Organized by CSIR – Structural Engineering Research Centre Chennai – 600 113 CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre (CSIR-SERC), Chennai is one of the premier national laboratories under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), India. CSIR-SERC is a leading research institution in the field of structural engineering at the national and international levels. CSIR-SERC has excellent facilities and expertise for the analysis, design and testing of structures and structural components. CSIR-SERC’s services are being extensively used by the Central/State Governments and public/private sector undertakings. CSIR-SERC has been certified as ISO 9001:2008 quality institution. Knowledge Resource Division, CSIR-SERC Nestled amidst the greenery in the campus, is the Knowledge Resource Division (KRD) set up on modern lines. Providing invaluable support to researchers, its collection has grown to cover all aspects of structural engineering and its related sciences. KRD, CSIR-SERC is fully automated using modern technologies such as barcode, RFID, and provides several web-based services such as OPAC, auto alert, content alert, institutional repository etc. KRD, CSIR-SERC has recently upgraded its storage and security capacities by installing storage mobile compactors and surveillance system. About the Conference Reaching Out to Users through Technology (ROUTE-2013) - Enhancing Innovative Library Services in Open Environment aims to promote the understanding and use of information and communication technologies in libraries and institutions promoting library services to ensure equitable access to information and learning opportunities to every citizen. Digital libraries and deep web offer a vast spectrum of information. Large scale and access-free digital libraries, as well as social networks and tools constitute challenges in terms of accessibility, trust, privacy, and user satisfaction. The current questions concern the trade-off, where our actions must focus, and how to increase the accessibility. ROUTE-2013 looks to the future as our presenters embrace technological change in their workplaces and institutions, seeking ways to mobilize service delivery and granting service providers the skills and power to stay ahead of a connected and socialized client base. ROUTE-2013 aims to provide a mix of sessions highlighting technologies affecting user interaction and creation of new and better ways to manage library resources. At ROUTE-2013, information professionals have the valuable opportunity to share insights that address global technological challenges affecting our local communities. Anyone interested in emerging technologies that affect libraries and its services should plan to attend. Objectives The conference is intended to provide a forum for discussion and exchange of ideas on the theme and various sub-themes. The main objectives of the conference are to: - Discuss strategies to manage libraries in the future and to reach the users through technology. - Enhancing access to libraries through new media for next generation users. - Identify and disseminate experiences of library professionals while using current technologies. - Identify and share best practices developed or adopted. Call for Papers Papers are invited on the various sub themes of the conference: - Cloud computing for library services: Software - openURL resolver, stats manager, research guides, online reference; Platforms - integrated library system, ILL, copyright compliance systems; Infrastructure - discovery, digital repository, archives management, website, digital storage, institutional repository. - Innovative Library Services: Using social networks such as facebook, twitter, blogs, wikis, RSS feeds, linkedIn etc for library services; Publishing, editing and modifying content using content management systems such as wordpress, joomla etc.; Using open source e-learning applications such as moodle. - Mobile Technologies for Library Services: Mobile technologies / devices for libraries, library mobile applications, creating mobile websites / m-opac, SMS alerts. - Resource sharing and e-resource management: Open access initiatives, OA repositories & institutional repositories, open journal systems, consortium etc. CONFERENCE THEMES - Cloud computing for library services: Software - openURL resolver, stats manager, research guides, online reference. Platforms - integrated library system, ILL, copyright compliance systems. Infrastructure - discovery, digital repository, archives management, website, digital storage, institutional repository. -Innovative Library Services: Using social networks such as facebook, twitter, blogs, wikis, RSS feeds, linkedIn etc for library services. Publishing, editing and modifying content using content management systems such as wordpress, joomla etc. Using open source e-learning applications such as moodle. - Mobile Technologies for Library Services: Mobile technologies / devices for libraries, library mobile applications, creating mobile websites / m-opac, SMS alerts. - Resource sharing & e-resource management Open access initiatives, OA repositories & institutional repositories, open journal systems, consortium etc. Papers on the themes listed above are invited from library and information professionals, IT professionals, academicians, research scholars, consultants, government and non-government organizations based on their research work / case studies. Abstracts of papers not exceeding 500 words may be sent by email or post to the organizing secretary. The abstracts will be reviewed by the technical committee, and the authors will be intimated of the acceptance along with the guidelines for preparation of the full-text. Guidelines are also available in the conference web page. Conference Fee & Pre-conference Tutorial Fee - Delegates - 3000/- per person - Students - 1000/- per person - Pre-conference Tutorial Fee - 1000/- per person For delegates with accompanying person, please add Rs.1500 to the conference fee. Registration fee includes conference kit, a digital copy of the proceedings, lunch and tea during the tutorial and conference. Registration fee may be paid through Demand Draft in favour of “IRF Structural Engineering Research Centre” payable at Chennai. Online payment option is also available. For details please refer the conference page in CSIR-SERC website. Pre-conference Tutorial A tutorial on E-prints and mobile libraries will be held on 13 March 2013. For more details, please visit the conference page in CSIR-SERC website. Dates to Remember Submission of Full Paper: 15th January 2012 Last Date of Registration: 15 February 2013 CONFERENCE DATES Pre-conference Tutorial: 13 March 2013 Main Conference : 14 – 15 March 2013 CONFERENCE VENUE Vigyan Auditorium CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre CSIR Campus, CSIR Road, Taramani Chennai – 600 113 Accommodation Limited accommodation is available on first come first serve basis in CSIR-SERC guest house on payment. Delegates are requested to contact the organizing secretary for guest house bookings. Large numbers of hotels are available in Chennai. Participants can opt for accommodation in the nearby areas of the centre such as Adyar, Velachery and Thiruvanmiyur. Information related to hotels in Chennai can be found in: Welcome to Chennai Chennai formerly known as Madras is the capital city of Tamil Nadu and is the fourth largest metro in India. Chennai is a journey into timeless India, a kaleidoscope of moods - rich in the treasures of history, from temples and shrines to forts and palaces, the landscape of the past lives easily with the present. Retaining much of its traditional charm, this 350 year old city is the gateway to the south, providing many a fascinating vignette of southern heritage. With its historic landmarks and buildings, long sandy beaches, cultural and art centers and parks, Chennai's tourism offers many interesting locations to visitors. One of the most important tourist attractions of Chennai is in the neighboring town of Mahabalipuram with its ancient temples and rock carvings of the 7th century Pallava kingdom. Chennai is world famous for its clothes shopping opportunities. Local markets solely dedicated to clothing stores and the choices, along with the prices, are truly amazing, making this a shopping destination in its own right.Chennai is well connected to other cities in India by rail, road and air. Dr. A. Hariharan Organizing Secretary & Head, Knowledge Resource Division CSIR-STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH CENTRE CSIR CAMPUS, CSIR ROAD, TARAMANI CHENNAI - 600113 Tel: 044-22549131 / 22549132 / 22549133 /09841601903 Fax: 044 - 22541508 Email: route2013register(a)serc.res.in; route2013papers(a)serc.res.in www.serc.res.in -- 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 Harish Y S 09 Jan '13

09 Jan '13

Dear sir one of our faculty member required Following journal articles, you are one of the co author to this article if available send this article to below address or email attachment. *New forensic method for measuring dynamic changes of EMF level limits using smart dust* Information, Communication and Automation Technologies (ICAT), 2011 XXIII International Symposium on<http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/xpl/mostRecentIssue.jsp?punumber=6093619> *Date of Conference:* 27-29 Oct. 2011 *Author(s):* Hajdarevic, K. <http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/search/searchresult.jsp?searchWithin=p_Authors:.…> Pattinson, C. <http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/search/searchresult.jsp?searchWithin=p_Authors:.…> ; Hadzic, A. <http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/search/searchresult.jsp?searchWithin=p_Authors:.…> ; Hadzigrahic, J. <http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/search/searchresult.jsp?searchWithin=p_Authors:.…> *Page(s):* 1 - 5 *Product Type:* Conference Publications http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/xpl/articleDetails.jsp?reload=true&arnumber=6102… -- Regards Harish Y S Librarian National Institute of Engineering, Manandavadi Road, Mysore-8, Mob - +919886384826 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for article
by Muruli Acharya 09 Jan '13

09 Jan '13

Dear LIS Professionals, We urgently require the following article for one of the research scholars. Kindly help me if your library collection has it. *Hypoglycemic effect of moringa oleifera leaf powder on human diabetic subjects *by* John *and* Chellappa; The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics , 2005, 42(1), page 22-29* I thank all of you for the help provided every time when I approached. -- Muruli Librarian, Power System Training Institute (PSTI), National Power Training Institute (NPTI), Bangalore, India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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