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Open Access Week 2011
by Prof. Juran Krishna Sarkhel 21 Oct '11

21 Oct '11

Dear Moderator, Please publish the following information in the LIS-Forum. Open Access Week 2011 opens October 24 Fifth annual event draws broad global participation, highlights deep community commitment to Open Access Washington, DC – Open Access Week, the annual event celebrating the global movement towards Open Access (OA) to research and scholarship, kicks off for the fifth time on Monday, October 24. Coordinated by SPARC and organized by more than 2,000 advocates in countries around the world, the event provides an opportunity to learn about the benefits of Open Access, share new ideas and strategies, and inspire wider participation in establishing Open Access as the norm in scholarly communication. Every year, research funders, academic institutions, libraries research organizations, non-profits, businesses, and others use Open Access Week as a valuable platform to convene community events as well as to announce significant action on Open Access. The Week has served as a launching pad for new open-access publication funds, open-access policies, and papers reporting on the societal and economic benefits of OA. This year, programs highlighting publishing and rights management choices for faculty authors, use of new media, and opportunities created by re-mixing and re-using scholarly materials are on tap. Open Educational Resources are another key topic, as is open-source technology. Campuses will be presenting a sweeping range of events, from the Harvard University-sponsored “Yana,” an open-source template for scholarly journals to develop mobile applications to the University of Utah event diving into new media, fair use, and pop culture. Students will once again play a major role, hosting panel discussions, workshops, poster campaigns, Web casts and movie screenings to understand Open Access and its relevance to the everyday student. Event’s such as “SHOW (Share/OpenAccess/Worldwide),” at the university campus in Rijeka, Croatia, will introduce students to Creative Commons licensing, Open Projects, the Open Content movement, the Open Access movement, and the Right to Research Coalition. Participation in this highly successful event continues to grow. This year, there are over 2,000 individuals in more than 110 countries registered in the Open Access Week social network at openaccessweek.org. Participation remains strong throughout Europe and North America and will be complemented by new activities in regions as diverse as Algeria, Gambia, Iceland, Iraq, and Sudan. The global nature of this event is captured nicely by the interactive Open Access Week member map, available on the Web site. To help support local programming, SPARC provides a suite of resources, including a video series featuring leading voices in research and digital technology. This year’s feature is Brewster Kahle, founder and Chairman of the Internet Archive. Kahle suggests the time is ripe for Open Access; now that the “plumbing” of the Internet is in place, “We have to move beyond the mainframe model and the subscription or the license model,” he says. “It has to be so that things are… shared widely.” The video may be viewed and downloaded at http://blip.tv/sparc-north-america/brewster-kahle-5653389. The full collection of SPARC videos for Open Access Week, including Dr. Harold Varmus, Director of the U.S. National Cancer Institute, Dr. Cameron Neylon, a biophysicist and open research advocate; Dr. Mona Nemer, professor and vice-president for research at the University of Ottawa; students, librarians, teachers, research funders, and others are available on the openaccessweek.org Web site. Open Access Week is organized by SPARC (the Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition), with the generous support of our 2011 sponsors: the Public Library of Science, @mire, and Springer Open. Find activities on your campus, at your institution, or in your region – or join to participate – through the Web site at www.openaccessweek.org. ## SPARC (the Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition) is a library membership organization that promotes expanded sharing of scholarship. SPARC believes that faster and wider sharing of outputs of the research process increases the impact of research, fuels the advancement of knowledge, and increases the return on research investments. SPARC is supported by a membership of over 800 academic and research libraries worldwide. SPARC is on the Web at http://www.arl.org/sparc For information, contact: Jennifer McLennan (202) 296-2296 ext 121 jennifer [at] arl [dot] org Dr. J. K. Sarkhel Professor of Library & Information Science & Director, Directorate of Open and Distance Learning University of Kalyani Kalyani-741235 West Bengal; India Mobile: 09433175705 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Postponement of One day National Seminar
by dharanikumarp＠indiatimes.com 21 Oct '11

21 Oct '11

Dear Professionals Kuvempu University, Department of P.G. Studies in Library and Information Science is organizing one day National seminar on “Extension and outreach services to build up academic excellence, on 3rd December 2011 earlier it was planned to organise on 14th November, 2011. Paper are invited on following sub themes Sub themes of the Seminar • Curriculum support and related services • Support for competitive examinations and soft skill development • Back-up services to curricular, co-curricular and extra-mural activities • Career and placement related services • Continuing Education and professional skill development This seminar will be addressed by eminent scholars in the field of library and information science. The college librarians, faculties of degree colleges and students may be participated. Registration fee for professionals Rs. 500/- Student Delegates Rs. 300/- For detailed information you may contact: Dr. S. Padmamma Organizing secretary DLIS, Kuvempu University Jnana Sahyadri, Shankaraghatta Phone: Off: 08282-257319 Mobile: 9480467748 * DD may be drawn in favour of “Organising Secretary”, Payable at SBM, Jnana Sahyadri Branch. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Happy Deepavali
by Bindu Sharma 21 Oct '11

21 Oct '11

*D**ear** **Friends**,* *May the beauty Of Deepavali season fill your home with happiness, and may the coming year provide you with all, that bring you joy!*** *Happy Deepavali.* *Did you know?* Deepavali, which translates into "row of lamps", is one of the most important festivals of the year and is celebrated in families by performing traditional activities together in their homes. For Jains, Diwali marks the attainment of moksha or nirvana by Mahavira in 527 BC. Deepavali is an official holiday in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Mauritius, Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago, Suriname, Malaysia, Singapore and Fiji. The festival starts with Dhanteras on which most Indian business communities begin their financial year. The second day of the festival, Naraka Chaturdasi, marks the vanquishing of the demon Naraka by Lord Krishna and his wife Satyabhama. Amavasya, the third day of Deepawali, marks the worship of Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth in her most benevolent mood, fulfilling the wishes of her devotees. *Interesting patent on fire cracker* Patent Number: 5,343,808 Date of Patent: Sep. 6,1994 Title: FIRECRACKER CONSTRUCTION Inventor: David L. Collar, Leawood, Kans. Assignee: Winco Fireworks, Inc., Overland Park, Kans. A firecracker construction includes a relatively small firecracker mounted within an enlarged supplemental housing so that an elongated fuse projects outwardly. Except for a portion of the projecting fuse, the smaller firecracker within the housing is completely surrounded by a solid, noncombustible material which enhances the report of the exploding firecracker. Preferably the construction includes a U.S. Department of Transportation Hazard Class 1.4G explosive. Other preferred forms include a safety fuse. In particularly preferred forms, the noncombustible material is formed of clay, calcium sulfate, or a mixture thereof. Best regards, Bindu Sharma *Origiin IP Solutions LLP* [Intellectual Property Rights] Bangalore Phone: +919845693459, +918025830363 Website: www.origiin.com Email: bindu(a)origiin.com, origiin2010(a)gmail.com Blog: http://origiin.blogspot.com, http://origiinipae.blogspot.com Linkedin Profile: http://in.linkedin.com/in/bindusharma Without patents, the future of your business may be owned by someone else -- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Book Published: Recent Trends in Electronic Information Resources Usage
by nandeesh nandu 20 Oct '11

20 Oct '11

Recent Trends in Electronic Information Resources Usage: Among Scientists, Engineers and Technologists - A Comprehensive Literature Review Description: With the exponential growth of telecommunication and network technologies, today’s Scientists, Engineers and Technologists largely depend upon ‘Electronic Information Resources’(EIS) in their day to day scientific work. The coming of EIS has led to a significant transformation by which scholarly information is disseminated across the globe. This has greatly affected the way a scientist or an engineer seeks this information, acquires it and uses it effectively. ‘User Studies’ took off as early as 1940 in the area of Library and Information Science and is still one of the most researched areas. The success of any information system lies in understanding its user as he happens to be an integral part of it. ‘User Studies’ assumes all the more importance amongst these Scientists, Engineers and Technologists in this information explosion age. This radical shift in scholarly research has dramatically changed the role of the librarian in this modern electronic era to cater to the information seeking behaviour and needs of the user. This comprehensive literature review. Highlights the recent trends in EIS usage amongst this ‘niche’ community with some specific studies on aerospace engineers I felt, this book involves revolutionary changes in user perception and user study thereof in ICT age. Product Details: Authors : R Gururpasad, PhD, Scientist, CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories, Bangalore. Khaiser Nikam, PhD, Professor, LIS, Univ. Mysore. Publisher: LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing Year : 2011 ISBN : 978-3846522080 For more information please visit: http://www.amazon.com/Recent-Trends-Electronic-Information-Resources/dp/384… s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1319107373&sr=1-1 Regards, Nandeesha AIISH Mysore -- 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 Obaiah B 19 Oct '11

19 Oct '11

Dear All, One of our research fellow is in urgent need of a paper mentioned below, kindly send me a copy of it if you have access to. Your help will be highly appreciated. Status, botanical description, natural distribution zone, propagation practices and conservation efforts of Hildegardia populifolia (Roxb.) Schott & Endl.: A threatened tree species of dry tropical forests in India. MANOJ KUMAR SARCAR ; ARUNA BASU SARCAR Indian forester 2002, vol. 128, n7, pp. 757-770 Regards Obaiah B. Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment [ATREE] Royal Enclave, Shriramapura, Jakkur Post, Bangalore-64 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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New Closing Date for Papers for the XXVIII IATLIS National Conference, 26-28 November 2011, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad
by Jagtar Singh 19 Oct '11

19 Oct '11

Dear Professional Colleagues and friends, On request of many potential contributors, we have extended the closing date for receipt of papers for the XXVIII IATLIS National Conference, 26-28 November 2011, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad *till Monday, 31 October 2011*. Since we are celebrating the Centenary Year of the LIS education in Indian, we want all of you to contribute in an excellent manner and participate in the conference in large numbers. Please take care. Please mail your papers at the following emai address: "IATLIS2011 Conference" <iatlis2011(a)gmail.com> Warm regards, Jagtar Singh Dr. Jagtar Singh, President, Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS) & Professor and Head, Department of Library and Information Science, 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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Asst. Librarian/Librarian, National Center For Performing Arts - Mumbai, Maharashtra
by kamlesh hilal 19 Oct '11

19 Oct '11

Asst. Librarian/Librarian National Centre For Performing Arts *Experience:* 5 - 8 Years *Location:* Mumbai * * *Education:* UG - Any Graduate - Any Specialization PG - Any PG Course - Any Specialization *Posted Date:* 18 Oct Job Description - Key responsibilities includes establishing and implementing library policies and procedures. - To provide effective access to library collection and resources. Provide library services in response to the needs of library users. - Candidate should have proficient knowledge in library policies, procedures, methods, professional standards and computerised information database systems, library systems for cataloguing etc. - Preferred Age - 25 to 40 years. *Keywords:* Librarian Desired Candidate Profile Candidate should be Graduate with B.Lib/M.Lib, having presentable personality, with minimum 5 years experience as an Asst. Librarian. Would be responsible for providing library and research services and maintenance of Library and its collections Preferred Age - 25 to 40 years.Candidates should apply with full details, with latest photograph and last drawn salary details. Company Profile Inaugurated in 1969, the National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA), Mumbai, is India’s premier cultural institution. The first multi-venue, multi-purpose cultural centre to be built in South Asia, it has been committed since its inception to promoting and preserving the country’s rich and vibrant traditions in music, dance and theatre, as well as catalyzing new and innovative work in the field of the performing arts. With five modern theatres, a photography gallery and extensive archival and library facilities located in the heart of Mumbai’s downtown business district, the NCPA presents more than 500 events each year across all major art forms. It is recognised by artists, patrons and the media alike to be among Asia's foremost venues for the performing arts. The NCPA is a Public Charitable Trust registered under the Bombay Public Trusts Act and has been awarded the status of a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (SIRO) by the Government of India for pioneering work in the field of music research Contact Details *Company Name:* National Centre For Performing Arts *Website:* http://www.ncpamumbai.com/ *Executive Name:* Mr. Vincent Dsouza *Address:* National Centre For Performing Arts NCPA Marg Nariman Point MUMBAI,Maharashtra,India 400021 *Email Address:* recruitmentncpa(a)gmail.com *Telephone:* 91-22-66223743 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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Staffing formula/pattern for Indian school libraries
by faisal sl 19 Oct '11

19 Oct '11

Dear All, Shall I get the staffing formula/pattern followed in School libraries in India, particularly in Public Schools and International Schools. If any one have any related document/link, kindly give a reply. Thanks for your time. S.L.Faisal Librarian Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pattom Thiruvananthapuram-695 004 Kerala, India Ph.09447699724 Visit KV Librarian's Network, http://kvlibrarians.grou.ps/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Digital Library Software
by ಸಿ.ಟಿ.ಕಾಂತರಾಜ್ (CTK) 19 Oct '11

19 Oct '11

I have received many calls and emails from professional friends regarding the installation and usage of Calibre - portable version and they are asking me that whether it can be used for digital libraries? Calibre software is available for many operating systems like Windows, Mac OS and Linux. We can install the calibre In our PC's as a application. We can not share the data with other systems like digital library softwares. Yesterday I had mentioned Calibre Portable version, in which we can install the application in our flash drive and carry the files and open in any windows machine. I feel Dspace is the one of the best open source sotware for digital libraries. Dr. ARD Prasad and Dr. Savitha Barve have done a wonderful work on this project. They have customized the Ubuntu operating system with Dspace and Koha. We need to download iso image of the Software, write it on CD and we can install the software. After installation, we can open the dspace and koha software in a browser. (They are inbuilt). If you are not having separate machine to install the ubuntu, you can run the Dsapce software on Virtual machine softwares like VMWare, Oracle VM Virtual Box and Windows virtual PC. Software can be downloaded from source forge. * http://sourceforge.net/projects/liblivecd/files/Version-1.2/liblivecd-v1.2.… * -- With Regards, C.T.Kantharaj Librarian, Cambridge Institute of Technology, K.R.Puram, Bangalore - 560036 -------------------------------- Phone: 080-25618798 / 99 Mobile: 9448611800 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Ph.D.
by subhash khode 19 Oct '11

19 Oct '11

Subject: Collection of Data for Ph.D. Thesis Dear Sir/Madam, I take pleasure in forwarding a questionnaire for receiving inputs from you for my Ph.D. Thesis entitled “Open Source Software in Libraries and Research Institutions of India : A Study ’’. I am pursuing my Ph.D. at the M.P. Bhoj Open University, Bhopal under the guidance of Dr. Sunil Singh Chandel. I would be grateful if you could kindly fill the online questionnaire at the earliest . Option-1 - For the non-users of OSS but familiar with the concept of OSS or tried for OSS http://www.kwiksurveys.com?s=OKIHMG_55155ef6<http://www.kwiksurveys.com/?s=OKIHMG_55155ef6> Option-2 For the users of Open source library automation Software http://kwiksurveys.com?u=osslm <http://kwiksurveys.com/?u=osslm> Option-3 For the users of open source digital library software http://kwiksurveys.com?u=osslib <http://kwiksurveys.com/?u=osslib> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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