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Product launch: Mekong School Digital Library
by Atanu Garai 07 Jun '23

07 Jun '23

Hi Community, Please review the docs on the new digital library platform we have launched: https://library.socialwell.app/docs/latest/index/ Documentation providing screenshots for your quick review. Best regards, Atanu -- 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 Pranit Landge 07 Jun '23

07 Jun '23

Dear Esteemed Professionals, Requesting you to kindly help in getting Full-text PDF of the below mentioned research article for the research consultation & reference purpose only. Anon (2003) A review of the genus Lacconectus Motschulsky, 1855 from the Indian subcontinent (Coleoptera, Dytiscidae). *Entomologica Basiliensia* 25, 23–39. DOI: 10.5169/seals-980872 <https://dx.doi.org/10.5169/seals-980872> *Thanks & Regards,* *Pranit Landge.* *Library & Information Assistant* *Zoological Survey of India* *Western Regional Center,* *Vidyanagar, sector-29,* *Opp. D. Y. Patil Educational Complex,* *Ravet Road, Akurdi, Pune- 411044* *Mobile: +91-9561827902* *Phone: +91-20-27651927 (Ext. 209) (O)* -- 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 06 Jun '23

06 Jun '23

Climate change vulnerability, and health of women and children: Evidence from India using district level data Bidhubhusan Mahapatra 1, Trisha Chaudhuri 2, Niranjan Saggurti 2 DOI: 10.1002/ijgo.14515 - -- *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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Article needed
by Ratheesh K 05 Jun '23

05 Jun '23

Dear Sir, I am in need of the following article Title: Pattern of Intergenerational Occupational Mobility : A Study of Calicut City" Authors: G Visakha Varma and P Hanumantha Rayappa Journal: Artha Vijnana Journal of the Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics Vol No. 42 Issue No.3 DOI: 10.21648/arthvji/2000/v42/i3/115877 Please send if anybody has the access to this document email id : ratheeshk1980(a)gmail.com Thank you Ratheesh K Assistant Librarian CUSAT -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Informatics Studies (IS) Special Issue on Bioinformatics
by Centre for Informatics Research and Development 03 Jun '23

03 Jun '23

Dear Scholars: Informatics Studies (IS) has just published a Special Issue on Bioinformatics at Link: https://www.informaticsstudies.org/index.php/informatics/issue/current. We invite you to review the Table of Contents e and then visit our web site to review abstracts on items of interest. The next issue will be on Heritage Informatics (July-September). Papers can be uploaded upto 15nth June 2023. Special issues will follow on Bioinformatics, Medical Informatics, Environmental Informatics, and Pedagogical Informatics etc. for which we welcome scholarly contributions (research articles, review articles, perspectives/opinions etc) on all aspects related to those areas. Papers can be uploaded in the site, which will go through the regular peer-review process of Informatics Studies and follow standard norms and processes. Editorial Contacts: Editors -Dr. T K Gireeshkumar (All Subjects), Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India and Dr. Chithra J S (Science and Technology), Research & Innovation, Dr Moopen's Medical College, Wayanad, Kerala- 673577, India . e-mail:gireesh@bhu.ac.in, chithrajs.bio(a)gmail.com & editor(a)informaticsstudies.org Editors Informatics Studies https://www.informaticsstudies.org/index.php/informatics -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fwd: The end of scholarly journals as we know them
by Subbiah Arunachalam 02 Jun '23

02 Jun '23

---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Subbiah Arunachalam <subbiahiisc(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, Jun 2, 2023 at 3:40 PM Subject: The end of scholarly journals as we know them To: <lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> Friends, Here is an important blog post from Prof. Bjoern Brembs. http://bjoern.brembs.net/2023/06/the-beginning-of-the-end-for-academic-publ… . Please give me your suggestions on how we in India can move over quickly to such a system. Right now only about 31% of Indian research papers, as per most multidisciplinary databases, are available as OA. Best wishes. Subbiah Arunachalam http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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IRAI -- 230601 -- Interesting Reads And Information & Events in Jun 2023
by Mohan Hr 31 May '23

31 May '23

*IRAI -- 230601 -- Interesting Reads And Information* Read the stories of IRAI -- 230601 at https://lnkd.in/gqu_8QVY What is Responsible AI? Principles, Challenges, & Benefits Awesome ChatGPT Prompts New approach to teaching computer science could broaden the subject’s appeal 10 Best Machine Learning Algorithms How to improve your UIs by applying design principles 10 Common Backup Mistakes Most People Make How to Remotely Control Your PC With Your Android Phone 9 Tips to Help You Waste Less Time on Social Media Beat the Robots: How to Get Your Resume Past the System and Into Human Hands The Law of the Sea: Down in the deep, the legal distinction between land and sea no longer holds. *Quiz* While the popular expansion of "VUCA" is Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous, another expansion of "VUCA" positive in context is ----------- (Answer in the next post IRAI -- 230611) Answer to the Quiz in IRAI -- 230521: C *Past IRAI Posts * Stories in IRAI -- 230601: https://lnkd.in/gqu_8QVY Stories in IRAI -- 230521: https://lnkd.in/g9cr6k_v Stories in IRAI -- 230511: https://lnkd.in/gnvWqDBj Stories in IRAI -- 230501: https://lnkd.in/g6We244V Earlier Posts of IRAI and Archives: https://lnkd.in/ewR3UdD *Forthcoming Events * 10th Jun 2023 at 6 pm IST. ACM Chennai, IEEE CS Madras & CSI Chennai jointly organise a webinar on "Design Thinking for Innovation" by Dr. V. Murali Bhaskaran, Dean-Academics and Professor in CSE, Rajalakshmi Engineering College, Chennai. PDF invite at https://bit.ly/3IFSRkA Register at: https://bit.ly/3WEtGVo Events in Jun 2023: https://bit.ly/june2023events

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Opportunity for Library Professional Trainees_2023-2024 at IIT Gandhinagar - Gujarat
by Panna Chaudhary 31 May '23

31 May '23

Dear Professionals, 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://forms.gle/WyLMCCTABPxESx4XA 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 Panna Chaudhari Assistant Librarian Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar -- Give an identity to the researcher in you with [image: image.png] <https://orcid.org/> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Alexandria
by Subbiah Arunachalam 27 May '23

27 May '23

Friends, Here is a great initiative. Please visit https://mem.ai/p/Mc6C375chmufpNCWpEjv. "Today, an open-source initiative called Alexandria was announced to embed the internet. To start, they are releasing embeddings for every research paper on the Arxiv." Regards. Arun 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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Invitation for One Day Workshop - Saturday, May 27, 2023, at 10 a.m.
by Dr. Subhash Reddy B 23 May '23

23 May '23

Dear Professionals, Greetings! The Karnataka State Library Association (R) in collaboration with Balani Infotech Pvt. Ltd. invites you to a one-day workshop on "Refining the Write: Enhancing Academic Writing Skills and Technologies" on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at 10 a.m. Venue: 'Granthangana,' City Central Library, West Zone, Hampinagar, Bengaluru, 560104 Programme Schedule 10.00 to 10.30 Registration 10.30 to 11.00 Inauguration Prof. T D Kemparaju Former VC Bangalore North University Prof. A Y Asundi Retired Professor Bangalore University 11.00 to 12.30 Session 1 Essential Research Skills for Academic Writing and Publishing by Dr. Nikita Wanjari, Relationship Manager and Science Communicator, Academic and Corporate Balani infotech Pvt Ltd. 12.30 to 1.30 Lunch Break 01.30 to 02.30 Session 2 Library Technologies by Mr. R. Sunil Kumar Product Head, Balani infotech Pvt Ltd. 02.30 to 03.00 Valedictory and Certificate distribution With regards, Dr. M Krishnamurthy President Dr. Subhash Reddy B Secretary Office bearers and Members Karnataka State Library Association (R) https://kalaonline.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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