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Retirement on superannuation of a progressive & proactive librarian - Dr. Murari P. Tapaswi
by Satyaranjan Sahu 31 Jul '13

31 Jul '13

Dear professionals, Progressive and proactive library & information professionals are rare in India. Some of these professionals dedicatedly work for the satisfaction of their patrons without publicizing their achievements and retire on their superannuation without notice of others. But young professionals should know about them and try to learn & emulate such achievements. Today on 31st July 2013, one of such librarian in CSIR setup is going to retire on the superannuation and needs to be mentioned. This write up is based on my close association with him over last 10 years. Dr. Murari P. Tapaswi, Chief Scientist (Librarian) is retiring today on his superannuation after 34 years of career in the library of CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography. He is specialized in Information Management & Dissemination and has actively participated in several projects such as Development of National Information Centre for Marine Sciences (DSIR-Project), Database of literatures on Indian Ocean and adjacent water (DSIR project), Database on Indian mangroves (MoEF Project) and other CSIR projects on libraries & information services. His work of computer applications for better library & information services had impressed UNESCO which put NIO library on the international map in 1985. Soon his vision and expertise was appreciated and India became the first developing country to be the part of the prestigious Aquatic Science and Fisheries Information System of Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), UN in 1989. Dr. Tapaswi was the only library & information scientist from a developing country who was selected as a member of the group of experts in Marine Information Management (1992-2008) to help the 120-member Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO in development of marine information products. He was selected as the chairman of experts group for two times (1999-2004) for the development of Ocean Data & Information Network in African countries. He was the member of several national committees on e-resource negotiation, Open Access Policy, etc. Dr. Tapaswi, an alumnus of DRTC was always proactive in using technology for better services in library. An expert in CDS/ISIS with Pascal programming had developed himself automation package for NIO library during 1990s when it was a dream in India to automate the library services. The backbone of the automation package is still in use with modification in Linux OS with browser based facilities. He is very skillful in ‘Bibliometrics/Scientometrics’ analysis using CDS/ISIS - Pascal programming and this skill was used extensively in the institute by authorities & researchers. His supervision & management has established the institute website (http://www.nio.org) as a top ranked among the oceanographic institutions all over the world. As a mentor, he has guided the Digital Repository Service of NIO (http://drs.nio.org) to 1st ranked institutional repository in India (267th ranking in World). His role as Public Information Officer and contact person for press, media and parliament questions are notable and such challenges taken by library professional are rare. He has visited several countries like Australia, Belgium, Bermuda, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Thailand, UK and USA for his professional assignments. There are more than 10 research papers & 3 books to his credit. Those who are associated with him know well about his sincerity, discipline and hard work. Main motto of such professionals is “User satisfaction” than any award or recognition. On behalf of CSIR library & Information professionals, I wish him all the best. Thanking you With regards Satya -------------------------------------------- Satya Ranjan Sahu Scientist National Information Centre for Marine Sciences (Library) National Institute of Oceanography (CSIR-NIO) Dona Paula, Goa - 403 004 Phone: 0832-2450370 (O); Fax-91-(0)832-2450601 ----------------------------------------------------- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Kerala Library Association Annual General Body Meeting on 25 August 2013
by faisal sl 31 Jul '13

31 Jul '13

Dear Sir/Madam, The 42nd Annual General Body Meeting of the Kerala Library Association will be held at 3 PM on Sunday, the 25th August 2013 at KLA Head Quarters, 36, 2nd Floor, Kairalie Plaza Annexe, Near Sree Devi Kalyana Mandapam, Karamana P. O., Thiruvananthapuram-605 002. Kindly make it convenient to attend the meeting. S. L. Faisal General Secretary, KLA Mob: 09447699724 E-mail: slfaizal(a)gmail.com Thiruvananthapuram 24.07.2013 AGENDA 1. Presentation and adoption of Annual Report and Statement of Accounts for 2012-’13 and Budget Estimate for 2013-2014 2. Introduction of Resolutions for adoption 3. Other matters admitted by the Chair 4. Election of new Office Bearers for the year 2013-2015 TIME SCHEDULE FOR HOLDING OF ANNUAL GENERAL BODY MEETING 1. Issue of Notice: 24.07.2013 2. Date of Receipt of Resolutions: 11.08.2013 3. Date of Notice of Resolutions to Members: 15.08.2013 4. Date of Receipt of Amendments to proposed Resolutions: 22.08.2013 5. Date of Annual General Body Meeting: 25.08.2013 Resolutions, if any, should reach the General Secretary, on or before 11.08.2013. _______________________________________ Thanks and regards S.L.Faisal General Secretary Kerala Library Association (KLA) & Librarian Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pattom Thiruvananthapuram-695 004 Kerala, India Ph.09447699724 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fwd: Do Open Access Electronic Theses and Dissertations Diminish Publishing Opportunities in the Social Sciences and Humanities? Findings from a 2011 Survey of Academic Publishers
by Shamprasad Pujar 31 Jul '13

31 Jul '13

Dear Members, FYI. Please go through the forwarded mail. Regards, S M Pujar IGIDR, Mumbai ============================= ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Smith, Ina <ismith(a)sun.ac.za> <ismith(a)sun.ac.za> Date: Tue, Jul 30, 2013 at 8:33 PM See article in *College and Research Libraries* at http://crl.acrl.org/content/74/4/368.full.pdf+html General page with useful info: http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/copyright/cprtetd.html The above was kindly shared by Gail McMillan (Virginia Tech). Thank you Gail! Also: An increasing number of higher education institutions worldwide are requiring submission of electronic theses and dissertations (ETDs) by graduate students and are subsequently providing open access to these works in online repositories. Faculty advisors and graduate students are concerned that *such unfettered access to their work could diminish future publishing opportunities*. This study investigated social sciences, arts, and humanities journal editors’ and university press directors’ attitudes toward ETDs. The findings indicate that manuscripts that are *revisions of openly accessible ETDs are always welcome* for submission or considered on a case-by-case basis by 82.8 percent of journal editors and 53.7 percent of university press directors polled. http://crl.acrl.org/content/74/4/368.full.pdf+html *Ina Smith* E-Research Repository Manager (SUNScholar) | Stellenbosch University | Private Bag X5036, 7599 | South Africa *SUNScholar <http://scholar.sun.ac.za/>* | *SUNJournals<http://library.sun.ac.za/English/services/az/oa/Pages/sunjournals.aspx> * | *SUNConferences<http://library.sun.ac.za/Afrikaans/services/az/oa/Pages/sunconferences.aspx> * | E-mail: *ismith(a)sun.ac.za** *|* * Tel: +27 21 808 9139 | *Skype: smith.ina** *| Office hours: Mo-Fr: 08h00-16h30 ** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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A Survey to know the Satisfaction Level of LIS Professionals with their Pay Scales
by Prabhat Ranjan 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

My Dear Colleagues, Friends and Eminent Professionals in LIS, Pay scales are prime concern to all the professionals including professionals of LIS. Library associations support the individual by forwarding these issues to the government bodies. As you might know that IASLIC is organizing a conference on the same matter during 26-29 December 2013 in Pune. *I thought that some issues could be brought in light to all the professionals in our fields and associations like IASLIC.* Therefore I am trying to make study which is based on contributions of associations, various problems being faced by library professionals as a person or as a community member. This survey is a part of my study. Please spare some time and take the survey titled "Satisfaction with Pay Scales to Library Professionals". Your contribution to this survey can draw some meaningful aspects to all the community.** ** *Please click this link to make your contribution:* http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/GGZKCRP We assure you that comments sent by you will not be shared in any case and your opinion will remain confidential. With kind regards.. -- *Prabhat Ranjan*, (PhD Student in University of Pune) M.L.I.Sc. (NET), B.Sc. Librarian, Jayawant Library JSPM's Rajarshi Shahu College of Engineering Tathawade, Tal. - Mulshi, Pune - 411033 (Maharashtra) - India Ph. +919764161444 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Reg: Apprenticeship at Jaswant S Kanwar Library - ICRISAT, Hyderabad
by Mailing List Admin 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Mon, 29 Jul 2013 17:16:58 +0530 From: sanat kumar Behera <sanatku.behera(a)gmail.com> Dear All: Greetings from ICRISAT <http://www.icrisat.org/> � Patancheru !!! Jaswant S Kanwar Library, ICRISAT is looking for Apprentice. *Details for the Position: **Jaswant S Kanwar Library [ICRISAT] - ** Apprenticeship* *Location: *ICRISAT, Patancheru *Number of vacancies* � *02* *Eligibility Criteria:* - Post Graduate in Library and Information Science [only fresher�s] *Soft skills required:* - Good communication skills. - Take initiatives and result oriented. - Systematic, logical and hardworking. - Able to interact with different kinds of clients. *Training Tasks:* Apprentice would be involved in the following training activities: 1. Get training and hands-on experience on KOHA [Library Open Source Software]. 2. Training on Open Access Repositories , http://oar.icrisat.org and http://eprints.icrisat.ac.in 3. Training on Data Librarianship. 4. Journal Subscription and subscribed e-journals link checking. 5. Organizing and maintaining library collections through various technical and administrative functions. 6. Emphasis will be given on Information services, Document Delivery Service. 7. Circulation activities. *Nature of position* � Apprenticeship period will be strictly for *01* year [No further extension] *Stipend* � Rs. 10,000 per month and Insurance will be provided. *Application Process: *Please email your resume to s.shankar(a)cgiar.org by 12-August-2013, with subject header JSK Library, ICRISAT - Apprenticeship. Regards Mr. Sanat kumar Behera Research Fellow Jaswant S Kanwar Library ICRISAT Patancheru Hyderabad, 502324 India Email: S.Behera(a)cgiar.org Sanatku.behera(a)gmail.com ICRISAT <http://www.icrisat.org/> is a member of the CGIAR<http://www.cgiar.org/>Consortium

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National workshop on “Open Source Software: A Tool to Manage Research Outputs” on 23-25 September 2013
by Amitabh Manglam 29 Jul '13

29 Jul '13

Dear All, It's my pleasure to inform you that, in collaboration with Indian Council of Social Science Research, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India, New Delhi, we are conducting 3 days national workshop on “*Open Source Software: A Tool to Manage Research Outputs*” on 23-25 September 2013. *Registration, food, accommodation will be free during the workshop period only but TA/DA will not be provided by us.* This workshop will create awareness among the participants on availability of various open source software to build their own digital library to archive/mange their research output. The program will also focus to develop competitive skills and techniques for social scientist/ scholars/librarians to design and develop their personal digital library. The workshop is limited to 30 participants, so we will accept the application on first cum first basis, along with the professional background. The last date to receive the filled registration form is 1st September 2013. Hereby I am enclosing workshop leaflet and registration form for your needful, for more details you can contact: Dr (Mrs) NutanJohry, nutan(a)icssr.org, Ph. 011-23073438 Workshop Director 0651-2276675 library(a)bitmesra.ac.in Mr. Debojyoti Nath, 09470162180, dnath(a)bitmesra.ac.in Mr. Amitabh Kumar Manglam, 09470943275, amitabh.manglam(a)gmail.com Thanking you With Warm Regards, *Amitabh Kumar Manglam* LIA, Central Library Birla Institute of Technology (Deemed University), Mesra, Ranchi, Jharkhand - 835215 Contact Number: +91-9470943275 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Reg: Apprenticeship at Jaswant S Kanwar Library - ICRISAT, Hyderabad
by sanat kumar Behera 29 Jul '13

29 Jul '13

Dear All: Greetings from ICRISAT <http://www.icrisat.org/> – Patancheru !!! Jaswant S Kanwar Library, ICRISAT is looking for Apprentice. *Details for the Position: **Jaswant S Kanwar Library [ICRISAT] - ** Apprenticeship* *Location: *ICRISAT, Patancheru *Number of vacancies* – *02* *Eligibility Criteria:* * * - Post Graduate in Library and Information Science [only fresher’s] *Soft skills required:* - Good communication skills. - Take initiatives and result oriented. - Systematic, logical and hardworking. - Able to interact with different kinds of clients. *Training Tasks:* Apprentice would be involved in the following training activities: 1. Get training and hands-on experience on KOHA [Library Open Source Software]. 2. Training on Open Access Repositories , http://oar.icrisat.org and http://eprints.icrisat.ac.in 3. Training on Data Librarianship. 4. Journal Subscription and subscribed e-journals link checking. 5. Organizing and maintaining library collections through various technical and administrative functions. 6. Emphasis will be given on Information services, Document Delivery Service. 7. Circulation activities. *Nature of position* – Apprenticeship period will be strictly for *01* year [No further extension] *Stipend* – Rs. 10,000 per month and Insurance will be provided. *Application Process: *Please email your resume to s.shankar(a)cgiar.org by 12-August-2013, with subject header JSK Library, ICRISAT - Apprenticeship. Regards Mr. Sanat kumar Behera Research Fellow Jaswant S Kanwar Library ICRISAT Patancheru Hyderabad, 502324 India Email: S.Behera(a)cgiar.org Sanatku.behera(a)gmail.com ICRISAT <http://www.icrisat.org/> is a member of the CGIAR<http://www.cgiar.org/>Consortium -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Tata Consultancy Services [TCS] is looking for IRC Officers, for its IRCs at Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad and Pune
by Nagappa B 29 Jul '13

29 Jul '13

Dear All, Seasonal Greetings...!!! Tata Consultancy Services [TCS] is looking for IRC Officers, for its IRCs at Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad and Pune Eligibility and Requirements: Regular & full time MLIS / MSLIS / Masters in (Library Science/Information Science/ Information Management) / A.D.I.S / any equivalent degree. (Those who are currently pursuing these programs and appearing for final semester/exams are also eligible to apply). Experience: 0–3 years of experience preferably in academic/special /corporate library. (Experience acquired after the professional qualification will only be considered) Age: Not exceeding 28 years Other Conditions: Candidates who applied in last six months need not apply. Willingness to work in any centre within the city with flexible timings. Ability to work both independently and in a team to deliver results in a constantly changing environment. A team player with good communication skills, customer service skills. Selection Process: Resumes completed in all aspects in the prescribed format only will be considered for further review. Only the shortlisted candidates will be called for a written test on Monday, 19th August 2013 at the city applied for Click here to download prescribed application format. Application Formalities: Resumes in the prescribed format should be e-mailed on or before 5th August 2013 to respective location email IDs based on the location applied. Note that the candidates can apply for a single location only. Bangalore - bangalore.irc(a)tcs.com, Chennai - chennai.irc(a)tcs.com Delhi - pti.irc(a)tcs.com Hyderabad - hyd.irc(a)tcs.com Pune - pune.irc(a)tcs.com Applications with insufficient information, not submitted in the prescribed format and those received after 5th August 2013 will be rejected. The subject line of the e-mail should include “City Name - IRC Recruitment 2013- full name of the applicant” (e.g. Bangalore – IRC Recruitment 2013- Asha Sharma). No other documents / certificates are required at this stage. No travel / daily allowances will be given to candidates attending the written test / interview(s). With Best Wishes Dr. Nagappa B. 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 / 4224 | Cell:- 91-7760505296 ____________________________________________ Experience certainty. IT Services Business Solutions Consulting ____________________________________________ =====-----=====-----===== 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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Articles requested for Felicitation volume- reg
by Shekar H P 29 Jul '13

29 Jul '13

Dear Moderator, Please circulate this information for the benefit of forum members. Thanking you Respected Colleagues, GREETINGS FOR THE DAY !!! Apology for cross postings. As you are all aware, Dr. S. L. Kadadeveramath, Associate Professor (Library) Sree Siddaganga Arts, Science and Commerce College for Women, Tumkur, is superannuating in July 2013. He served the cause of Library Profession for about 3 decades and made an everlasting impression as a vibrating professional through his relentless services. Considering the dynamic and varied contributions and services of Dr. S.L. Kadadevarmath to the entire Library and Information Science profession, we the professional friends and admirers feel overwhelmingly to felicitate Dr. SLK by presenting a felicitation volume and celebrating the event in a meaningful way. It is planned to organize the Felicitation Function on 25th August 2013 at Bangalore. In this Context, Felicitation Committee has decided to bring out a Felicitation volume in honor of Dr. S.L. Kadadevaramat. As you are closely associated with him from many years and know him personally; you are requested to contribute an article about Dr. SLK or Useful articles on LIS to the Felicitation volume. Last date for sending the articles- on or before 10th August 2013. We sincerely solicit your whole hearted support and encouragement by way of financial contribution also to make this event memorable. The contributions may be sent to Shekara H.P. A/c No. 01331050142337 payable at HDFC Bank, J.P. Nagar Bangalore. Please find the separate attachment for reference. E-mail: shekarahp(a)gmail.com. Ph:9945799927. Awaiting your positive response. Thanking you, Yours Sincerely P.Y.Rajendra Kumar Executive President Shekara H.P. Organizing Secretary -- Shekar.H.P. Head, KRC IBS Business School, Bangalore #231, Babasabara Palya Near Kengeri Check post Mysore Road, Bangalore-60 Mob:+91-9945799927 LOVE WHAT U DO- Babuji. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Walk-in Interview for Library Trainee
by Bijay＠CUO 29 Jul '13

29 Jul '13

Dear All, Central Library, Central University of Orissa, Koraput would like to engage 03 library trainees for a period of one year with a consolidated salary of Rs. 15,000/- p.m.. A walk-in interview in this regard will be held on *13.08. 2013 *at Landiguda Campus, Koraput. For details pls. visit our website *http://www.cuo.ac.in/Downloads/traineeadv.pdf* -- Regards ********************************************** Bijayananda Pradhan I/c, Central Library Central University of Orissa Central Silk Board Building Koraput-764020 ncsipradhan(a)yahoo.com Ph : 09437491428 ************************************* Please do not print this email unless it is absolutely necessary. The information contained in this electronic message and any attachments to this message are intended for the exclusive use of the addressee(s) and may contain proprietary, confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient, you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Please notify the sender immediately and destroy all copies of this message and any attachments. WARNING: Computer viruses can be transmitted via email. The recipient should check this email and any attachments for the presence of viruses. The company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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