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Use of Library by a NEET Topper
by Duryodhan Nahak 17 Jun '23

17 Jun '23

*Here I am Sharing a story of NEE Cracker who took the Help of Library * *Achievement* Piyush Jha (19), a former student of Rajkiya Pratibha Vikas Vidyalaya (RPVV), Paschim Vihar, has qualified for the *National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET)* <https://indianexpress.com/article/education/neet-ug-2023-result-why-joint-t…>with a 100% percentile. His rank stands at AIR 3 in the EWS category and AIR 88 overall. *Family* Piyush’s father works as a security guard and his mother is a homemaker. It had been difficult for them to sustain Piyush’s education on a single income but his parents as well his uncle worked hard to financially support his education as well as his preparation for NEET. *Help of Library* Piyus live in a rented two-bedroom house his my uncle’s family. So it was not possible to study at the house. So he joined a private library nearby to prepare for NEET. He used to go to a private library near to his house and spend 12 hours on a regular day and almost 14 hours when the exams were close. *Help of Online Education* Piyush shared that having the option of an online course made it much easier for him to prepare. “Offline packages at coaching centres are usually too expensive and if I didn’t have the option of online coaching, I don’t think I could’ve prepared for NEET.” To prepare for NEET 2023, Piyush had purchased a course batch from a private coaching centre which included recorded lectures, daily problem solving modules, and regular tests. Source Indian Express: With Regards *Duryodhan Nahak* *Asst. Chief Librarian* *RKC* *(: 8662 È**: 9100407775* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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FINAL STATEMENT 16th Berlin Open Access Conference
by Dr. J. K. Vijayakumar 16 Jun '23

16 Jun '23

Delegations of research performing and research funding organizations from 38 nations and six continents, including ministries of education and research, funders, university and research leadership, libraries and national-level library consortia, scientists and scholars, gathered at the 16th Berlin Open Access Conference (B16), held 6-7 June 2023 in Berlin. The statement that follows represents the strong consensus of all delegations present at the meeting. The global open access transition must advance at a far greater pace. Inequity is incompatible with scholarly publishing. Academic self-governance is an imperative in scholarly publishing. Author choice and author rights must be fully enabled. Publishers can restore our trust in their commitment to the integrity of scholarly communication by working with all members of the global research community to effect complete and immediate open access according to points stated above. Please read the full statement from the URL: https://oa2020.org/b16-conference/b16-final-statement/ posted by Dr. J. K. Vijayakumar , Director Library Services & Professor American University of Antigua Antigua, West Indies Member, IATUL Board of Directors 2023-26

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[Online Workshop] The ABCs of Systematic Reviews: A Workshop for Librarians Getting Started organized by Library IIT Gandhinagar and Libraries, University of Victoria, Canada, on Tuesday, 20 June 2023, at 7.30 PM (IST)
by Panna Chaudhary 16 Jun '23

16 Jun '23

Dear Fellow Professionals, Library at IIT Gandhinagar, in collaboration with Libraries, University of Victoria, Canada, is delighted to host the following workshop virtually on *Tuesday, 20th June 2023, at 7.30 PM (IST), *on the topic of Systematic Reviews - a powerful tool that enables precise decision making. *Title: *The ABCs of Systematic Reviews: A Workshop for Librarians Getting Started *Speaker: *Dr. Zahra Premji, Health Research Librarian and Ms. Aditi Gupta, Engineering & Science Librarian, University of Victoria Libraries, Canada *Date (Day): *20.06.2023 (Tuesday) *Time: *7.30 PM (IST) *Duration:* 90 minutes *Register here: * https://iitgn-ac-in.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SyhsmXGbRsGhZa3zKGdEew *About the talk:* Publishing of systematic reviews has increased in recent years, due to name prestige, but a significant portion are being conducted using less than rigorous methods. Training and guidance can help improve the quality of reviews. This workshop will: ● Introduce librarians to the larger evidence synthesis ecosystem. ● Discuss how systematic reviews (and other types of evidence synthesis reviews) differ in their expectations and conducting processes from a traditional literature review, and ● Highlight some initial considerations to discuss with researchers to ensure they are well-equipped to begin the right type of review. ● Share librarian perspectives from various fields outside of the health/medical sciences *About the resource person:* *Dr. Zahra Premji* Dr. Zahra Premji is the Health Research Librarian at the University of Victoria. She holds a Master’s in Library and Information Studies (MLIS) from the University of Alberta, as well as a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) and Bachelor of Science (BSc.) in Chemistry from the University of Calgary. Since becoming an academic librarian in 2016, she has found a passion for evidence synthesis. As a librarian with evidence synthesis expertise, she regularly collaborates with review teams from a variety of disciplines and has co-authored more than 20 reviews. She has also presented workshops at various conferences including the Academy of Management and the US Agriculture Information Network conferences. In 2022, she led the implementation of Evidence Synthesis Institute Canada to offer training opportunities for librarians. *Mrs. Aditi Gupta* Aditi Gupta is the Engineering & Science Librarian at the University of Victoria Libraries. She received her Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) from the University of British Columbia in 2004 and has worked in libraries for over 19 years. She is currently the Visiting Program Officer, EDI for the Canadian Association of Research Libraries (CARL). Aditi’s research interests include equity, diversity and inclusion, and social justice in libraries, inclusive teaching practices, information literacy instruction, and information-seeking behaviours of visible minorities, international students and multicultural populations. Aditi is the past recipient of the ALA Diversity Grant (2015-2016), the Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute’s Collaborative Research Grant (2018-2020), NSERC Science Communication Skills Grant (2021-2022) and the Learning & Teaching Support Innovation’s Anti-Racism Grants (2021-2023). We believe this would be a wonderful opportunity for all library professionals to learn more about this important topic. We cordially invite you to join us for this online workshop and interact with fellow colleagues from Canada. We hope to see you in large numbers. Thanking you Kumbar & Team -- Avoid ethical conundrum in publishing with the guidelines by COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) <https://publicationethics.org/> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Opportunity for Library Professional Trainees_2023-2024 at IIT Gandhinagar - Gujarat
by Panna Chaudhary 16 Jun '23

16 Jun '23

Dear Professionals, This is a friendly reminder that the application deadline for the Opportunity for Library Professional Trainees_2023-2024 at IIT Gandhinagar is quickly approaching. You have only 3 days left to submit your application for this incredible opportunity. We would highly appreciate, if you could kindly bring the following announcement to the notice of interested candidates and also request you to encourage the potential candidates to apply for these positions. *INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY GANDHINAGAR* Opportunity for Library Professional Traineeship 2023-2024 The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar <https://iitgn.ac.in/> (IITGN) Library <https://library.iitgn.ac.in/> is looking for young, dynamic, tech- savvy, highly motivated and committed *FRESH Post-Graduates in Library & Information Science* from recognized Indian universities with *consistent good academic record*, *to serve as Library Professional Trainee *purely on a temporary basis for one year. Persons having good communication and interpersonal skills with enthusiasm and passion to learn new skills and deliver services using emerging new tools and technology will be preferred. *Essential Qualifications: Masters in Library & Information Science (M.L.I.Sc <http://M.L.I.Sc>.) or equivalent with First Class* *Nature of Traineeship*: Learn while you work on different functions & services of the library using emerging tools and technologies. Unlimited opportunities to explore, learn and contribute. Mentored by senior & experienced professionals. Offers an environment, culture and opportunities to enable you to develop yourself as a well-rounded LIS professional. *Duration*: The duration of traineeship will be for one year from the date of joining. *Remuneration*: Consolidated stipend of Rs. 25,000/- per month. *The selected candidates will work from Monday-Saturday (six days a week) and should be ready to work in different shifts and weekends on a rotation basis.* Selection of candidates will be based on their consistent good academic record, performance in the written test and personal interview. *Number of Trainees to be admitted:* FIVE *Age Limit*: Not exceeding 26 years as 19th June, 2023 (the last date for submitting an application). Relaxation for SC, ST and PD category candidates (up to Age Limit-31 years) and OBC category (up to Age Limit-29 years) will be applicable as per Govt. of India rules. *Age may be relaxed in the case of an exceptionally good candidate.* *Note:* - Interested candidates who meet the above mentioned requirements may send their application through ONLINE form on or *before 19th June, 2023* along with a scanned copy of all required documents, as *ONE File*. - The shortlisted candidates will be called to appear for the Written Test. - The written test will be in English. - The dates for the written test will be announced in due course of time and the details for the same will be sent to shortlisted candidates via e-mail. - Based on the performance in the written test, selected candidates will be called for an Interview on the same day. - Candidates are requested to send one set of scanned copies of all relevant certificates in support of date of birth, qualifications, category etc. along with application form as *ONE FILE*. - For any query/clarification you may write to us at *librarytrainees(a)iitgn.ac.in* <librarytrainees(a)iitgn.ac.in> - Selected candidates will be provided accommodation on a shared basis on campus on a chargeable basis and will also get OPD medical facility. - Library has trained over 55 professionals and you will have an opportunity to be part of a professional network LIB-TAN@IITGN https://sites.google.com/iitgn.ac.in/libtan/home Candidates who have appeared for their final year examination and are expecting the results before the test & interview date may also apply, *but must produce the final marks sheet at the time of test & interview, in proof of them having passed the examination in FIRST CLASS without which the candidate will not be shortlisted for written test.* *Date for written test & interview*: Will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates. *Venue/Mode for written test & interview*: Details will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates. Submission of Online Form: https://form.jotform.com/231453489287063 Deadline for submitting Applications: *19th June, 2023* For more information about the Institute, Library and this announcement, please visit https://www.iitgn.ac.in/careers/staff Thanks & Regards Advisor (Library & Institute Archives), IITGN Kumbar -- Avoid ethical conundrum in publishing with the guidelines by COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) <https://publicationethics.org/> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Workshop on Preparing Library Leaders of Tomorrow
by Dinesh Siddaiah 16 Jun '23

16 Jun '23

Preparing Library Leaders of Tomorrow <https://www.iitrpr.ac.in/library-conf/index.html> Leadership is essential for the success of any library. In today's ever-changing environment, library leaders need to be more than just managers. They need to be visionaries, innovators, responsive and change agents. The Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, is hosting a workshop in collaboration with the Commonwealth Professional Fellows Alumni (UEL) Group to help prepare the next generation of library leaders. The workshop will focus on developing the competencies and skills needed to lead libraries into the future. *Objectives of the workshop are to:* ● Develop competencies and skills for Preparing Library Leaders of Tomorrow ● Meet, learn and discuss LIS-related issues with Commonwealth Professional Fellows Alumni ● Learn about new technologies for providing innovative library services ● Network with experts & fellow professional librarians across the region. The workshop is aimed at practitioner librarians working in higher education institutions (IITs, NITs, Universities, research institutes & colleges). It aims to contribute to the leadership development of aspiring librarians, enabling them to become catalysts of change in their respective institutions and the wider LIS sector. It is a very pragmatic workshop focusing on real issues and solutions. Join us on 15th July 2023 at the IIT Ropar main campus <https://www.iitrpr.ac.in/> for this unique opportunity. The registration is free of charge and on first-cum-first serve basis. Registration will close on 05/07/2023. So hurry up and complete your registration Now <https://www.iitrpr.ac.in/library-conf/registration.html>! *Don’t miss this chance to learn from experts and network with peers! "* Thanks and Regards, Dinesh -- *Dr. Dinesh K. S.* Librarian, Indian Institute of Technology Ropar <http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/>, Rupnagar, Punjab - 140 001. Commonwealth Professional Fellow, 2014-15, University of East London <https://www.uel.ac.uk/>, United Kingdom ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Dinesh_S2 Google Scholar: *https://scholar.google.co.in/citations?user=WYrfJ44AAAAJ&hl=en <https://scholar.google.co.in/citations?user=WYrfJ44AAAAJ&hl=en>* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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I am looking for an article I wrote in 2005
by Subbiah Arunachalam 15 Jun '23

15 Jun '23

Friends, Here is an excerpt from a 2006 interview. [RP = Richard Poynder, a UK-based technology journalist known for his coverage of open access and scholarly communication over the past more than 20 years] *** RP: In an article you published on Open Access last September (2005) in the Asian information newspaper *Access* you said "papers written by Indian scientists, often with support from Indian taxpayers' money, are not seen, read or cited by other Indian researchers." What is the problem here? SA: The issue is quite simple: research performed in India, and funded by Indian taxpayers, is reported in a few thousand journals, both Indian and foreign. Since some of these journals are very expensive, many Indian libraries — including sometimes the author's own institutional library — are not able to subscribe to them. As a consequence, other Indian scientists working in the same, or related, areas are unable to read these papers. This is a problem common to all developing countries. *** I am unable to locate the September 2005 issue of *Access*.It was a tabloid size news magazine. high quality and informative. It was edited by one Mr Clive Wing, who was earlier with IDRC's New Delhi office. Can any of you help me locate my half page article for me? I will be grateful. Access was sent to many academic libraries in India and other countries in Asia by the publisher at no cost. With warm regards Subbiah Arunachalam http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009 -- 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 ಶ್ರೀನಿವಾಸ್ ಸೀನು 15 Jun '23

15 Jun '23

Provide the following article for research purposes. One of our student required this paper for their Ph.D. work. https://doi.org/10.3928/0098-9134-20010201-13 “Long-Term Care for Older Adults: The Role of the Family <https://journals.healio.com/doi/full/10.3928/0098-9134-20010201-13>” -- *Regards* ************* *Srinivas, K* *Documentalist* *Institute for Social and Economic Change(ISEC)* *Nagarabhavi-560072.* *https://shaakyabhumi.blogspot.com/ <https://shaakyabhumi.blogspot.com/>* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Advertisement for the Library Trainees at DA-IICT
by manish mankad 15 Jun '23

15 Jun '23

The Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Information & Communication Technology (DA-IICT<https://daiict.ac.in/>), Gandhinagar, is looking for young, enthusiastic, dynamic and fresh Post-Graduate with a minimum First Class in Master in Library and Information Science from a recognized university to serve as Library Trainees for its Resource Centre (Library) purely temporarily for one year. For further details, please visit: Advertisement for Resource Centre (Library) Trainees 2023-24 – Resource Centre | DA-IICT (daiict.ac.in)<https://rc.daiict.ac.in/news/advertisement-for-resource-centre-trainees-202…> Regards. -Manish Mankad Librarian DAIICT -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Articles for our research scholar
by Palanichamy ilangumaran 14 Jun '23

14 Jun '23

Dear friends, I request to all, kindly send me the pdf of the following article.  It will be used for academic purposes only. Paper-based dots and smartphone for detecting counterfeit country eggs Food ChemistryVolume 403, 1 March 2023, 134484 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2022.134484 P.ILANGUMARAN SENIOR LIBRARIAN SETHU INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY KARIAPATTI-626 115,VIRUDHUNAGAR DIST TAMIL NADU kumarilan(a)rediffmail.com mobile:9789527616 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Preprints in Japan
by Subbiah Arunachalam 13 Jun '23

13 Jun '23

An interesting article from a seasoned professional. https://scholarlykitchen.sspnet.org/2023/06/12/guest-post-a-year-of-jxiv-wa… Regards. Arun -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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