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Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden Is Fired by President Trump
by Subbiah Arunachalam 12 May '25

12 May '25

The unpredictable Mr Trump has turned his attention to libraries and librarians. Maybe Dr Carla Hatden has not removed all books and reports talking about DEI, gender, vaccines, etc. from the LoC collection. Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden Is Fired <https://www.libraryjournal.com/story/people/librarian-of-congress-carla-hay…> Lisa Peet <https://www.libraryjournal.com/author?query=Lisa%20Peet>, May 09, 2025 <https://www.libraryjournal.com/story/people/librarian-of-congress-carla-hay…> President Donald Trump has fired Librarian of Congress Dr. Carla Hayden. In a two-sentence email obtained by the Associated Press, sent on the evening of Thursday, May 8, Deputy Director of Presidential Personnel Trent Morse wrote, “Carla, on behalf of President Donald J. Trump, I am writing to inform you that your position as the Librarian of Congress is terminated effective immediately. Thank you for your service.” **** Subbiah Arunachalam http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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Two days advanced workshop on Koha
by Vimal Kumar V. 12 May '25

12 May '25

Organised by KERALA LIBRARY ASSOCIATION 17-18 May 2025 at Christ Nagar English Higher Secondary School Computer Lab, Kowdiar (Near Kerala Raj Bhavan), Trivandrum. Topics covered • Basics of Linux-based operating systems • Installation on local machine and cloud • Koha Configuration Files And Settings • Advanced Cataloguing & Metadata Management • Enhancing Discovery with Plugins and Integration • Backup and Recovery Strategies • Performance tuning and optimisation • Koha Upgrades and Maintenance • Managing Multilingual Collections • Integration with Local Library Networks hosting Troubleshooting Fee ₹ 2250/- for KLA members and ₹ 2500/- for others Payment can be made Kerala Library Association A/c 67061603692 SBI, KUOC, Palayam SBIN0070292 Resource Person Dr Vimal Kumar, V Asst. Librarian, MG University Registration Link, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLs301m1trgu8ps9rolYByUrCu22k18kV… For more detaiis Contact Dr. P. K Suresh Kumar General Secretary, KLA 9495718460 -- *Vimal Kumar V., PhD* Assistant Librarian Grade II Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala-686560 ------------------------------------------ My Home page:www.vimalkumar.info My Blogs:linuxhalwa.blogspot.com kohageek.blogspot.com moovandan.blogspot.com ----------------------------------------------------------- *"The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." Alvin Toffler*

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Information Resources -- 250511 & Forthcoming Events in May 2025
by Mohan Hr 11 May '25

11 May '25

Information Resources -- 250511 =========================== ⏹️Information Resources Access the following 20 resources at https://lnkd.in/gdpkhgCr 🔹50 use cases of LLMs in different industries 🔹Top 100 Use Cases of Agentic AI 🔹Top 5 AI Coding Assistants and Their Pros and Cons 🔹18 Key Design Patterns Every Developer Should Know 🔹Skills and Talent Development for Quantum Technology 🔹Survey of LLMs Solving Complex Problems 🔹SIEM Use Cases for Cybersecurity 🔹500 Data Science Interview Questions 🔹Vizuara's YouTube channel, an absolute goldmine for anyone who wants to master advanced AI/ML concepts and more. 🔹OpenAI Academy -- Free platform to learn AI 🔹eBook: Natural Language Processing with Transformers 🔹eBook: The Developers Playbook for Responsible AI 🔹eBook: Applications of Statistical Field Theory in Deep Learning 🔹eBook: ChatGPT in Scientific Research and Writing -- A Beginner's Guide 🔹eBook: A quick start guide to LLMs 🔹8 Reasons Gen Z Doesn't Want to be Managers 🔹How to Lead Change without Stressing Everyone out 🔹Make Stronger Decisions 🔹Harsh Career Truths. Learn them Before it's Late 🔹Leadership Styles Around the World Access the above 20 resources at https://lnkd.in/gdpkhgCr ⏹️HRM-CSE/IT Information Resources WhatsApp Groups -- How to join them ⏹️Infoquiz -- 250511 ⏹️Answers to Infoquiz -- 250301 ⏹️Forthcoming Events 🔸14th May 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. The Quantum + AI Fusion -- An use case on Generative Music. Register at: https://lnkd.in/g2FB9A-k 🔸28th May 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Trends in Semiconductor Industry. Register at: https://lnkd.in/gU7KXYJM ⏹️Information Resources -- Archives 🔸IR-250511 -- https://lnkd.in/gdpkhgCr 🔸IR-250311 -- https://lnkd.in/eWWhVjM7 🔸IR-250301 -- https://lnkd.in/gEx4H2h2 🔸IR-250211 -- https://lnkd.in/gaftAAxp 🔸IR-250201 -- https://lnkd.in/gJzMdf79 🔸IR-250121 -- https://lnkd.in/gV9n2r-M 🔸IR-250111 -- https://lnkd.in/gAKVQVAs 🔸IR-250101 -- https://lnkd.in/gwrjxK7a 🔸IR-241223 -- https://lnkd.in/g4p5xVaG 🔸IR-241210 -- https://lnkd.in/gBvbY4gU

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Call for Papers – Inaugural Issue (Vol. 1, Issue 1) of Journal of Library Insights & Innovations
by Niranjan Mahapatra 06 May '25

06 May '25

Dear Madam/Sir. Greetings ! We are pleased to announce the launch of the Journal of Library Insights & Innovations (JLII), a Gold Open Access journal dedicated to advancing research and practice in the field of Library and Information Science (LIS). We invite researchers, academicians, LIS professionals, and scholars to submit their original research articles, case studies, review papers, and innovative practices for the Welcome Issue (Vol. 1, Issue 1), scheduled for publication in June 2025. Scope & Topics The journal welcomes contributions on, but not limited to, the following areas: ✔ Library Management & Services ✔ Open Source Software for Libraries ✔ Digital Libraries & Institutional Repositories ✔ Emerging Trends in Information Science ✔ Information Literacy & User Studies ✔ Artificial Intelligence in Libraries ✔ Data Management & Research Support Services ✔ Open Access, Open Science, & Scholarly Communication ✔ Plagiarism Detection & Academic Integrity ✔ Innovations in Library Technology & Automation Submission Guidelines: Deadline for Submission: 31/05/2025 Peer Review: Double-blind peer review process Submission Link: make a new submission here on the journal page https://journal.drlibsc.com/index.php/jlii (Online Submission Only) Why Publish with Us? Gold Open Access – Immediate & free access to published content DOI & Indexing – Ensuring wider visibility & citation impact Rigorous Peer Review – Maintaining high research integrity We look forward to your valuable contributions in making this inaugural issue a success! For more details, visit [https://journal.drlibsc.com/index.php/jlii ] or contact us at [drlibscjournal(a)gmail.com]. Join us in shaping the future of LIS research and innovation! -- Prof. (Dr.) Jyotshna Sahoo Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Library Insights & Innovations (JLII) Professor & Head, Dept. of Library and Information Science, Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences, Berhampur University, Odisha, India -- Thanking you, *With best Regards,* *Niranjan Mahapatra* *Mob.-+919015812344*

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by bbramesha B 05 May '25

05 May '25

*Call for Proposals to Host the IATLIS National Conference 2025* The Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS) is pleased to invite proposals from Library and Information Science (LIS) professionals, LIS Departments, universities, and institutions to host a two-day National or International Conference. The conference is scheduled to take place in November or December 2025 *Conference Theme* The theme of the conference should address current trends, challenges, and innovations in the field of LIS Profession in general, LIS Education and Research in particular. *Proposal Submission Guidelines* Proposals should include the following information: 1. Title and Theme: Proposed title and detailed description of the conference theme. 2. Objectives: Key objectives and goals of the conference. 3. Dates: Preferred dates in November or December 2025. 4. Venue: Description of the proposed venue, including location, facilities, and accommodation options for participants. 5. Organizing Team: Details of the organizing committee, including names, affiliations, and roles. 6. Target Audience: Expected number and profile of participants (e.g., academics, researchers, practitioners, and corporate/industry). 7. Budget: Estimated budget, including potential funding sources and sponsorships. 8. Program: Outline the proposed program, including keynote speakers, plenary sessions, tutorials/workshops, and social events. 9. Logistics: Plan for logistical arrangements, including registration, transportation, and on-site management. 10. Promotional Strategy Strategies for promoting the conference to attract participants and sponsors. *Submission Deadline: *Proposals should be submitted by 1st August 2025. *Submission Process: *Please submit your proposals via email to admin(a)iatlis.org with the subject line "IATLIS National Conference 2025 Proposal". *Evaluation Criteria* Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria a) Relevance and significance of the proposed theme b) Feasibility and thoroughness of the organizational plan c) Experience and capability of the organizing team d) Financial viability and budget plan e) Potential impact and outreach of the conference *Contact Information* For any inquiries or further information, please contact: *Prof Ramesha,* President-IATLIS; 9481246961 E-mail: bbramesha(a)gmail.com *Prof Keshava,* General Secretary-IATLIS, 9880836863. Email: keshtut(a)gmail.com We look forward to receiving your innovative and comprehensive proposals to make the IATLIS National/International Conference 2025 a remarkable success. Sincerely, General Secretary -- Prof. Ramesh Senior Professor with HGP and Project Director, ICSSR-MRP President(Elect), Association of Teachers Library & Information Science (IATLIS), Dept. of Library and Information Science Bangalore University Jnana Bharathi Campus BANGALORE - 560 056 Phone: Mobile 09481246961 Office Direct :080 22961401 http://bramesha.webs.com/

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Article Request
by Pranit Landge 05 May '25

05 May '25

Dear Esteemed Colleagues, Below mentioned article is required for academic & research consultation by a research scholar. Request you to kindly share the full-text pdf please. Thank you in advance. Psychometric testing - the game changer: a 360-degree view of psychometric testing and its applicability in HR functions G. Devi Manikeswari, R. Satya Pavan Kumar, and Suresh Sirisetti International Journal of Business Excellence 2024 33:1, 48-75 DOI: 10.1504/IJBEX.2024.139112 <https://dx.doi.org/10.1504/IJBEX.2024.139112> *धन्यवाद / Thank you**,* *प्रणित लांडगे / Pranit Landge.* सहायक पुस्तकालयाध्यक्ष / Assistant Librarian भारतीय विदेश व्यापार संस्थान (आई.आई.एफ.टी.), Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), बी-21, कुतुब सांस्थानिक क्षेत्र, नई दिल्ली - 110016 B-21, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi - 110016 *भ्रमणध्वनी / Mobile No. +91 9561827902*

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Several groups respond to Mr Trump's actions
by Subbiah Arunachalam 03 May '25

03 May '25

Several groups have responded to the havoc unleashed by Mr Trump on science and scientists. Here are some: https://secure.ucs.org/a/2024-save-science-save-lives. https://sites.google.com/view/we-must-leverage-the-strength/home. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zoB6frOcE7Tx9Z2JeFjsXwZGCE07nIW0U2iBdr9…. https://www.change.org/p/defend-scientific-freedom-and-integrity-against-po… With regards, Subbiah Arunachalam http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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"Host your open and uncensored research in more than one place and preferably more than one country," says Prof. Peter Suber
by Subbiah Arunachalam 03 May '25

03 May '25

Friends, This interview of Prof. Peter Suber of Harvard may be of interest: *https://www.zbw-mediatalk.eu/2025/04/peter-suber-on-science-in-danger-host-your-open-and-uncensored-research-in-more-than-one-place-and-preferably-more-than-one-country/ <https://www.zbw-mediatalk.eu/2025/04/peter-suber-on-science-in-danger-host-…>*. Please spread the word. But in India, most researchers have not deposited their research even in a single OA repository. Those who fund research don't seem to care! With warm regards, Subbiah Arunachalam Visiting Professor, DST Centre for Policy Research IISc, Bengaluru, India http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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Evolution of Information Retrieval: A Conversation with Stephen Robertson, Pioneer of the Probabilistic IR Model
by Shalini Urs 02 May '25

02 May '25

Dear friends and colleagues: As LIS professionals, we are familiar with the fact that Information Retrieval (IR) sits at the fascinating intersection of Library Science and Computer Science.I believe our professional colleagues may enjoy reading or listening to the behind-the-scenes stories of collaboration, competition, and occasional clashes among IR’s early trailblazers. Information Retrieval (IR) is a domain where Library Science and Computer Science converge, and in many ways, it lies at the heart of Information Science—which itself serves as a bridge between the two. Interestingly, the roots of IR can be traced back to traditional practices of classification and indexing, as well as the landmark Cranfield IR evaluation experiments. Most LIS professionals are likely familiar with the Cranfield studies, which laid the foundation for empirical evaluation in IR. Advancements in IR are often seen as the outcome of sustained interaction between Library and Information Science (LIS) and Computer Science (CS). I recently had the opportunity to interview Stephen Robertson, one of the pioneers of probabilistic models in IR. Our conversation spanned a range of topics—including the spirited rivalries, competition, and collaboration between British and American IR groups, as well as the disciplinary divides between LIS and CS. In this episode of InfoFire, we delve into: - The story behind probabilistic IR models, - Rivalries and collaborations between British and American IR research groups, - The enduring disciplinary tensions and synergies between LIS and CS. - Personal dynamics, rivalries, and tensions between some of the field’s most influential pioneers. - Where IR meets AI and the future of search Tune in to this episode of *InfoFire*, my fireside chat series, for behind-the-scenes insights, compelling stories, and reflections from one of the field’s most influential voices. Here is the link: https://informationmatters.org/2025/04/ir-meets-ai-looking-back-looking-for… Hope you enjoy reading and listening to this episode of InfoFire! Cheers! Shalini -- Dr. Shalini Urs Executive Director Emerita International School of Information Management University of Mysore Mysuru 570006 India

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Online National workshop on Library Management using Open Source Software during 16-20 June 2025
by Satish Kumar 01 May '25

01 May '25

Dear LIS Forum Moderator, Could you forward the trailing message to the LIS Forum, please? With regards, Dr. Satish Kumar Dy. Librarian IIT(ISM) Dhanbad-826004 Dear Professionals, Greetings from the Central Library of IIT (ISM) Dhanbad ! We are happy to inform you that the Central Library of IIT (ISM) Dhanbad is organizing an Online National Workshop on Library Management using Open Source Software <https://library.iitism.ac.in/sites/default/files/documents/flyer/Online-Wor…> from 16th to 20th June 2025. *Aims and Scope of the Workshop:* The main aim of this workshop is to promote awareness about best practices in Library Automation, Content Management, and Institutional Repository with Open-Source Software. Uniqueness of the workshop: Each participant will get hands-on training on a separate virtual instance with individual remote login user ID to learn practical approaches using open-source software like Koha, DSpace, Joomla, etc. Certificate Award: A certificate will be awarded and hard copy will be sent to the workshop participant’s address by post. Seats are limited, on a first-come, first-served basis! Register @ Click here <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHc7P8aNWJFZgGmbRb0jkQrjOALJtzAYu…> Registration Fee : ₹1000/- per participant Payment Details: Account name: IIT (ISM) Special Fund Bank Name: Canara Bank A/c No: 0986101024892 IFSC: CNRB0000986 Interested participants are requested to fill up the Google form along with the workshop fee payment details to complete the registration process. With best regards, Dr. Satish Kumar Deputy Librarian Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad-826004 Mobile: 7033590914 / 8476089657 ORCID ID: 0000-0001-9314-1408, SCOPUS ID: 57548741500, Researcher ID: AEM-8947-2022 E-mail: sklisc(a)gmail.com

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Article Request
by Rajeev Sharma 30 Apr '25

30 Apr '25

Dear Ma'am/Sir, Kindly forward copy of the following article if available with your library. *An Effective Handwritten Character Recognition Framework for South Indian Languages Using Adaptive Deep Learning Network* Triveni Banavatu and Govindaswamy Parthasarathy International Journal of Image and Graphics URL: https://www.worldscientific.com/doi/epdf/10.1142/S0219467827500082 Warm Regards Rajeev Sharma Knowledge Centre DRDL, Hyderabad

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Walk-in Interviews Project: Creating An Archival Repository for Tribal Cultural Heritage Tamil Nadu Funded by: Tamil Nadu Government
by Sagar Gajbe 30 Apr '25

30 Apr '25

Walk-in Interviews Project: Creating An Archival Repository for Tribal Cultural Heritage Tamil Nadu Funded by: Tamil Nadu Government Position: Library Assistant Qualifications: First Class in Master degree Library and Information Science from a recognized University with good knowledge of reading and writing Tamil. Age: Below 35 years. Nature of Work: Help in populating DSpace based repository. Preparation of metadata for each digital objects and upload them to the repository. Pay: Consolidated Pay of Rs. 40,000/month for a period of 6 months Position: Technical Assistant (Data Entry) Qualifications: Lower Grade Certificate in Tamil typing and knowledge of English typing Age Limit: Below 35 years Nature of Work: Bilingual data entry (Tamil and English) for populating a digital repository Remuneration: Rs. 30,000 per month (Consolidated) Duration: 6 months Place of Work: Centre for Social Justice and Equity, Madras School of Social Work (MSSW), 32, Casa Major Road, Egmore, Chennai – 600 008 Interest candidates may walk-in to the place of work Date: 7th May, 2025 Time: 10am to 1pm Candidates are advised to send their CVs to the following email addresses: 1) pavananthi(a)mssw.in 2) karthick1988.nara(a)gmail.com 3) ardprasad(a)gmail.com -- *With Regards,* *Sagar Gajbe.*

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Article Request
by Pranit Landge 30 Apr '25

30 Apr '25

Dear Esteemed Colleagues, Below mentioned article is required for academic & research consultation by a research scholar. Request you to kindly share the full-text pdf please. Thank you in advance. Psychometric testing - the game changer: a 360-degree view of psychometric testing and its applicability in HR functions G. Devi Manikeswari, R. Satya Pavan Kumar, and Suresh Sirisetti International Journal of Business Excellence 2024 33:1, 48-75 DOI: 10.1504/IJBEX.2024.139112 <https://dx.doi.org/10.1504/IJBEX.2024.139112> *धन्यवाद / Thank you**,* *प्रणित लांडगे / Pranit Landge.* सहायक पुस्तकालयाध्यक्ष / Assistant Librarian भारतीय विदेश व्यापार संस्थान (आई.आई.एफ.टी.), Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), बी-21, कुतुब सांस्थानिक क्षेत्र, नई दिल्ली - 110016 B-21, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi - 110016 *भ्रमणध्वनी / Mobile No. +91 9561827902*

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Make the most of Wiley resources under ONOS
by Pabby, Mohit 29 Apr '25

29 Apr '25

Wiley is proud to be part of the One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) initiative, an effort to provide unified access to scholarly e-journals across a wide range of disciplines. Join our upcoming webinar<https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6688262608227988821> designed for member institutions within ONOS. This session will delve into critical aspects of access and content availability from Wiley under ONOS, address common access challenges and provide insights on how to make the most of Wiley's resources to empower your research, innovation, and academic growth. Date:- May 6, 2025 Time:- 11:00 AM The session will cover the following topics: * Overview and Vision of One Nation One Subscription * The role of ONOS in promoting innovation and R&D * Partnership: Wiley & ONOS * Unlocking Knowledge: Maximizing Wiley Online Library Speakers * Sh. P.K. Banerjee, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Education * Remya Haridasan, Scientist D, Office of the PSA to the Government of India. * Ritesh Kumar, Senior Director, Global Core Sales and lead of Wiley India, * Mohit Pabby, Associate Field Marketing Director * Arunima Aditya, Customer Education Manager Register Now : https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6688262608227988821 Please share this email with your users to ensure they can get the most out of this webinar. Seats are limited, so register quickly. Warm Regards, Mohit Pabby Associate Field Marketing Director: South Asia, MEA, CIS & Turkey ________________________________ The contents of this email and any attachments are confidential and intended only for the person or entity to whom it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, any use, review, distribution, reproduction or any action taken in reliance upon this message is strictly prohibited. If you received this message in error, please immediately notify the sender and permanently delete all copies of the email and any attachments. ________________________________

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ACM joins ONOS through ACM Open
by Subbiah Arunachalam 28 Apr '25

28 Apr '25

*ACM joins ONOS* ACM, the Association for Computing Machinery, the world’s largest computing society, has joined India’s *One Nation One Subscription (ONOS)* <https://www.india.gov.in/spotlight/one-nation-one-subscription> initiative through a transformative new read-and-publish agreement with the ACM Open <https://libraries.acm.org/acmopen> program*. * This agreement provides 6,500 government-funded higher education and research institutions across India with Premium Access to the ACM Digital Library, while enabling authors in participating institutions to publish an unlimited number of Open Access research articles in ACM journals, ACM conference proceedings and ICPS Proceedings with no article processing charges (APCs). Please see *https://www.acm.org/media-center/2025/april/onos-initiative-acm-open-agreement <https://www.acm.org/media-center/2025/april/onos-initiative-acm-open-agreem…>* . Kindly spread the word among interested users among your library users. With warm regards, Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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#33: Interview with Toby Green on why grey literature is important in scholarly communication
by Santosh C. H. 28 Apr '25

28 Apr '25

Dear Sir/ Madam, Greetings! Happy to share the 33rd interview post on 'Open Interview'. In this email interview for Open Interview, *Toby Green* shares his ideas and thoughts with Gopakumar V and Siddu Huded, on collecting and facilitating grey literature for the scholarly community. He discusses how grey literature is becoming a feature, rather than being a bug in scholarly communication and how the Policy Commons initiative has been active in different regions of the world in the grey literature domain. He also talks on why Coherent Digital is seeking relationships with Google Scholar, EBSCO and Clarivate and libraries to reach out to the mainstream users so they can discover a new world of informally published content. -- Toby Green is a Cofounder of Coherent Digital. Before Policy Commons initiative became a reality, it was a dream of Toby for over a decade. As Head of Publishing for Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), Toby led the development and launch of the organization’s online repository, iLibrary. After twenty years, Toby left OECD in 2019 to cofound Coherent Digital. Every librarian he consulted spoke of the challenges of finding, cataloguing, and preserving policy grey literature. The production team began work, and Policy Commons launched in November 2020. Behind the scenes, Policy Commons employs multiple custom-built crawling technologies, AI tools, extraction micro-services, and a powerful search engine, all running on Coherent Digital’s proprietary Commons platform. *--* *Toby Green: We are indexing grey literature at scale for the larger benefit of scholarly community* https://openinterview.org/2025/04/24/toby-green-we-are-indexing-grey-litera… Please read the post and share your valuable comments on the blog. Regards, Editor, Open Interview <https://openinterview.org/> -- Santosh C. H., PhD <https://santoshch.my.canva.site/home> University Librarian Central University of Haryana <http://cuh.ac.in/> Mahendergarh-123 031 Haryana, India http://library.cuh.ac.in/ Cell: +91-99874 28147 -- Read: *Recent interview post of N V Sathyanarayana <https://openinterview.org/2025/03/05/n-v-sathyanarayana-genai-will-drive-th…>* -- DISCLAIMER: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail & discard all copies of the original message.

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Invitation for Participation – Join Us at CLSTL 2025 [25th-27th September, 2025] @ IIT Gandhinagar!
by TS Kumbar 26 Apr '25

26 Apr '25

Dear Library Professionals, Greetings from IIT Gandhinagar! It gives us immense pleasure to invite you to participate in the *3rd International Conference on ‘Changing Landscape of Science & Technology Libraries’ (**CLSTL 2025* <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/>*)*, to be held from *September 25–27, 2025*, at the vibrant campus of *IIT Gandhinagar* <https://iitgn.ac.in/>, Gujarat, India. CLSTL 2025 promises to be a *well-curated, enriching, and forward-looking event*—bringing together library professionals, academic leaders, researchers, and innovators from across the globe. This year, we will explore the transformative power of *Artificial Intelligence in Libraries*, under the inspiring theme: *"Enhancing Library Experiences with Artificial Intelligence."* <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/themes/> Join us for *enriching* *sessions by eminent **speakers* <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/speakers/>, *expert-led **workshops* <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/workshops/>, and *meaningful networking opportunities* that will empower you with new perspectives, practical tools, and cutting-edge insights into the evolving landscape of library science. *Why Attend CLSTL 2025?* - Engage with *national and international experts* - Explore *emerging AI technologies and applications* in libraries - Participate in *hands-on workshops* tailored for real-world implementation - Share your own experiences, success stories, and innovations - Contribute to shaping the *future direction of library services* *Call for Participation & Presentations* We warmly invite you to *submit a proposal or abstract* <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mmemails.appspot.com/em_LUqW7dJo9cnl2I1VMJzc?…> for presentations or posters. Whether you are working on AI implementation, user engagement, digital transformation, or innovative library practices—we want to hear your experience! Your voice and experience will add tremendous value to the rich tapestry of ideas that CLSTL 2025 seeks to weave. Please also share this invitation widely within your networks and encourage your colleagues to participate! *Pre-Conference Workshops* Two focused workshops will provide hands-on experience and practical knowledge: · AI for Libraries: Building Applications for Search, Chatbots, and Archiving <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/2469-2/> · AI-Powered Search in Libraries: A Crash Course on understanding the fundamentals for Library Professionals <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/ai-powered-search-in-libraries-a-cras…> These sessions are *designed for library professionals* and aim to equip you with the confidence and skills to navigate AI adoption effectively in your library settings. *Important Links* - *Conference Brochure:* Click Here <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mmemails.appspot.com/em_LUqW7dJo9cnl2I1VMJzc?…> - *Registration:* Click Here <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mmemails.appspot.com/em_LUqW7dJo9cnl2I1VMJzc?…> - *Proposal Submission:* Click Here <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mmemails.appspot.com/em_LUqW7dJo9cnl2I1VMJzc?…> - *Pre Conference Workshops *Click here <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/workshops/> *Speakers* Featuring distinguished and eminent national and international experts in Library Science and Artificial Intelligence; click here <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/speakers/> to know more * Important Dates* - Proposal/Abstract Submission Deadline: *20th May 2025* - Notification of Acceptance: *30th May 2025* - Final Poster/Presentation Submission: *31st July 2025* - Registration Deadline: *31st August 2025* Stay tuned for updates on speakers, sessions, and other related information on the *official Conference Website.* <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/> Come, be part of this transformative journey as we shape the future of libraries together! *With warm regards,* Kumbar -- T. S. Kumbar, PhD Advisor (Library & Institute Archives) *Main Library, Block 13 * Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar Palaj, Gandhinagar 382 055*|* Gujarat | INDIA Tel: +91 79 2395 2431 Mob: 09825921864 Email: tskumbar(a)iitgn.ac.in | librarian(a)iitgn.ac.in Website: http://www.iitgn.ac.in Follow Us : <https://www.facebook.com/Library-IITGN-105636257877813/> <https://www.instagram.com/iitgn_library/> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/library-iitgn/> <https://in.pinterest.com/librarysocialmedia0715/> <https://twitter.com/LibraryIITGN> ----*-----------------------------------------------------------* *Changing Landscapes of Science & Technology Libraries (CLSTL 2025)* <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/> | *25-27 September 2025* | Enhancing Library Experiences with Artificial Intelligence

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Admission Alert: M.Lib.I.Sc Program - Applications Open at Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
by Arunima Baiju 26 Apr '25

26 Apr '25

Dear Sir, Kindly post this admission notification on LIS Forum. *MANIPAL ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION* *Department of Library & Information Science* 🎓 *ADMISSIONS 2025 NOW OPEN * *M.Lib.I.Sc <http://M.Lib.I.Sc>.*(Master of Library & Information Science) ------------------------------ ELIGIBILITY Bachelor Degree in any stream (*B.A., B.Com., B.Sc., B.C.A., B.B.M., etc.*) DURATION 2 years (*divided into 4 semesters*) ADMISSIONS Admissions are done on the basis of marks obtained in the qualifying examinations and there is no entrance test. 📅 *Last date to apply:* 15.07.2025 🏫 *Commencement of Classes:* 04.08.2025 ------------------------------ COURSE HIGHLIGHTS - Updated and employable curriculum - Practice-led teaching and practice-supported learning - Hands-on training through online and offline resources - Exposure to advanced techniques in the field of librarianship - Computing, internet, and library software training facilities - Library practicing in world-class MAHE Libraries - All faculty members with Ph.D. qualifications - Practical exposure to library organization structures through field visits and internships - Electives offered in the curriculum ------------------------------ FACILITIES AVAILABLE - Well-equipped theory and practical classrooms and seminar room - Online and offline resources; computing, internet and library software training; institutional repository and library practicing in world-class MAHE libraries - Excellent Health Sciences Library with advanced IT infrastructure and Wi-Fi coverage across campus ------------------------------ TO APPLY 👉 https://apply.manipal.edu <https://apply.manipal.edu/> ------------------------------ 📞 *For more information, contact:* *Department of Library and Information Science* Health Sciences Library, MAHE, Manipal Phone: 0820 2922358, 2922609 ✉️ Email: libraryscience(a)manipal.edu

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One-Month Online Course on Koha -Integrated Library Management System
by LibAuto -The Smart Library 24 Apr '25

24 Apr '25

*One-Month Online Course on Koha *-Integrated Library Management System *"This session will provide a comprehensive, basic to advanced walkthrough of the entire Koha installation process on Ubuntu. It will include step-by-step guidance on customizing and configuring the software, performing advanced data migration from Excel to Koha, and effectively operating all core modules and features. A detailed breakdown of the content is provided below."* Organized by: *LibAuto**India’s Leading Library Automation & Digitization Company* *Date:* 01-30 June, 2025 *Time:* 08:00 pm to 09:00 pm *Registration Fee: * - *Rs. 999 **- till 15-05-2025* - *Rs. 1099 - till 25-05-2025* - *Rs. 1199 - till 31-05-2025* 🌐 Link for Registration: https://forms.gle/fdpFh5qzsw9XBt3r5 <https://draft.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/8356505617480024152/28726659240440…> __________________________________________________________________________ *Payment Details for Registration Fee* *Bank Account detailsAccount Holder: LibAutoAccount Number: 50200091760910IFSC: HDFC0002784Bank Branch: HDFC Bank, Kapurthala II* *Phone Pay/Google Pay/ Paytm number* *9463116032* *UPI:* *9463116032@pthdfc* __________________________________________________________________________ 📌* Important Instructions & Information* ✔ *Payment Confirmation* *After completing the payment, kindly share a screenshot via WhatsApp at wa.me/+919463116032 <https://draft.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/8356505617480024152/28726659240440…>* ✔ *Eligibility Criteria* *Open to Faculty, Researchers, LIS & IT Professionals, and Students* ✔ *Medium of Instruction* *The training sessions will be conducted in Hindi* ✔ *Limited Seats* *Seats are limited and will be allotted on a First-Come, First-Served basis* ✔ *Certification* *An E-Certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the training* ✔ *Confirmation of Registration* *All registered participants will receive a confirmation via Email/WhatsApp* ✔ *Training Platform* *All sessions will be conducted online via the Zoom platform* ✔ *Learning Support* *Participants will receive daily video recordings for self-practice. Additionally, live weekend sessions will be held to resolve queries and issues encountered during practice* ✔ *Refund Policy* *Please note: The registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferable* *Join our WhatsApp Community Group to stay updated on upcoming events and training sessions!https://chat.whatsapp.com/F2PRlRjvtfWCv2qr4ZQnb5 <https://draft.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/8356505617480024152/28726659240440…>* __________________________________________________________________________ *Contents * - *Installation of Koha on Ubuntu* - *Advanced Customization* - *Advanced Cataloging* - *Comprehensive Training on All Modules* - *Advanced Data Migration from Excel Using Linux Commands* - *Bulk Uploading of Patron Data and Photos* - *Automated Backup Configuration* - *In-and-Out Gate Register for Footfall Tracking* *...This advanced training package covers everything you need to master library automation!* *Highlights include:* - *Detailed Step-by-Step Installation Commands* - *OPAC Design and Customization Tips* - *Customized Frameworks to Suit Your Library’s Needs* - *Automated Backup and Recovery Solutions* - *Barcode & ID Card Setup and Configuration* - *Advanced Data Migration Techniques and Commands* - *70+ Ready-to-Use Reports, Plus Additional R&D Tools* - *30 Video Lectures* *…and so much more to elevate your library system to the next level!* *Please feel free to contact us for any queries.* *Lib**Auto**: *-the smart library *(A Leading Library Automation Company in India)* *Address:* St. No-5, Nanak Nagri, Abohar- 152116 (Punjab) *Contact: **094631-16032* *Email:* *contact.libauto(a)gmail.com* <https://draft.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/8356505617480024152/82985139997732…> Website: *www.libauto.in* <http://www.libauto.in> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Library Automation2" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to contactlibauto2+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. To view this discussion visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/contactlibauto2/CAPZkjap87VJcWpq_n%3DK2ps….

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The power of linked data
by Subbiah Arunachalam 24 Apr '25

24 Apr '25

Friends, This webinar on Unlocking the power of linked data may be useful for directors of large academic libraries. https://mailchi.mp/ri-media/new-latest-ri-engagement-data-10352479?e=6acbdb… Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658

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30-Hour Faculty Development Program (FDP) - (For Teachers & Librarians)
by Librarian Guide 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

30-Hour Faculty Development Program (FDP) - (For Teachers & Librarians) Organized by : Librarian Guide Duration : 05.05.2025 to 30.05.2025 (Four Weeks) Mode : Online Total Hours : 90 Minutes Each Session (Monday – Friday) Timings : 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm Dear Colleagues, The Librarian Guide (LG) is pleased to announce a 30-Hour Faculty Development Program (FDP) aimed at enhancing the professional skills and knowledge of library professionals & teachers in line with modern technological trends and academic needs. Program Objectives: • To enhance digital competencies in library services • To promote resource management and user engagement • To enhance research skills among teachers and librarians • To align library practices with NAAC and institutional quality benchmarks Who Can Participate? • Teachers, Librarians, Assistant Librarians, Library Assistants, and Information Professionals from schools, colleges, and universities. Program Highlights: • Expert sessions by eminent resource persons • Hands-on training on digital tools and library software • Panel discussions on emerging trends in librarianship • Certificate of Completion (on attending 75% sessions and passing the evaluation) Topics for Faculty Development Program (FDP): First Week: Digital Skills & Library Technology – May 05-09, 2025 1. Digital Library Tools & Software (Koha, DSpace, etc.) 2. Library Automation and RFID Technology 3. Metadata Standards and Cataloguing (MARC21, Dublin Core) 4. E-Resource Management and Discovery Services 5. Open Educational Resources (OERs) 6. Cloud-Based Library Services 7. Digital Literacy and Cyber Security in Libraries Second Week: Research & Data Handling – May 12 – 16, 2025 1. Plagiarism Detection Tools (Turnitin, etc.) 2. Reference Management Tools (Zotero, Mendeley) 3. Supporting Research and Scholarly Communication 4. Research Metrics: h-index, Impact Factor, Altmetrics 5. Data Repositories and Institutional Repositories Third Week: NAAC, Accreditation & Quality Initiatives – May 19 – 23, 2025 1. Role of Library in NAAC Accreditation Process 2. Library Documentation for AQAR and SSR 3. Best Practices in Library Services for NAAC 4. Green Library Practices and Sustainability Initiatives 5. Library's Role in Institutional Ranking (NIRF, ARIIA, etc.) Forth Week: Emerging Trends & Innovations – May 26 – 30, 2025 1. Artificial Intelligence for Research - Literature review and Discovery, Reference Management, Data Analysis and Visualization etc. 2. Inclusive Library Services for Persons with Disabilities 3. Google Tools for Library and Its Users 4. Mobile Apps and Virtual Reference Services Registration Details: • Last Date to Register : April 30, 2025 • Registration Link : https://forms.gle/SMxF4T1rpKXh9zVS9 • Registration Fee : Rs. 2000/- (Rupees Two Thousand only) We cordially invite all library professionals and teachers to participate and upgrade their professional capabilities through this enriching program. For more details, contact: 📧 [Email] – librarianguide(a)gmail.com [Phone Number] - +91-8895296959 Program Coordinator – FDP Pragya Tripathi Librarian Guide www.librarianguide.org ********************************* *Pragya Tripathi* *Librarian Guide* ********************************* *www.youtube.com/c/librarianguide <http://www.youtube.com/c/librarianguide>* *www.librarianguide.org <http://www.librarianguide.org>* *********************************

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Extension of Registration Deadline – One-Day Workshop on “AI-Powered Libraries”, April 26, 2025 at Vidyashilp University Ex
by Shamprasad Pujar 21 Apr '25

21 Apr '25

Dear All, Greetings! The Vidyashilp University Library is pleased to announce a One-Day Workshop on "AI-Powered Libraries: Unlocking the Potential of Generative AI," scheduled for April 26, 2025. This workshop aims to provide hands-on experience with AI tools to enhance library operations, research, and services. Date & Venue: 📅 April 26, 2025, Vidyashilp University, Bettenahalli, Kundana Hobli, Chapparkallu Road, Bengaluru - 562110 Registration Details: 💰 Fee: Rs. 1180/- (Inclusive of GST) 🗓️ Registration Deadline: April 22, 2025 Note: Pick-up and drop-off facilities are available between Mekhri Circle bus stop and Vidyashilp University, both to and from the campus. ₹ Workshop Registration Payment Link: https://rzp.io/rzp/tO7BfNW Registration Link: https://forms.gle/ExjNweBSZy7XCQ499 🌐 More Details: https://vu-ailiswokshop.mystrikingly.com/ Key Topics Covered: Generative AI and Libraries Gain a comprehensive understanding of how generative AI tools can enhance library operations, programs, and services. Generative AI for Library Administration Learn how to streamline workflows and boost productivity using generative AI. Generative AI for Library Operations and Technical Services Discover ways to optimize library operations and technical services with generative AI tools. Search and Discovery in the Age of Generative AI Explore methods to enhance information search and discovery using generative AI. Generative AI and Research Services Acquire skills to effectively use generative AI tools for your research and to guide and empower library users. Library Data Analysis Using Generative AI Unlock actionable insights from diverse library data sources with the help of generative AI tools. Thank You. With Warm Regards, Ragini Reddy, Deputy Librarian, Off: +91 80-69630519 M: 9980542804 / 8971737440

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What Can We Learn from Missed Opportunities in the Transition to Open Access?
by Siddu Huded 18 Apr '25

18 Apr '25

Dear All, May be of interest to you. In this Q&A with Michael Upshall, Madhan, director of libraries at OP Jindal Global University, discusses institutional repositories, author-pay open access, publish-review-curate, and the “expensive distraction” of India’s One Nation One Subscription deal. https://katinamagazine.org/content/article/open-knowledge/2025/learn-from-m… Warm regards, Siddu Huded https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3923-1397

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Walk-In for appointment of SIRC (Library) Trainee on Friday, 2nd May 2025, at 10.30 am
by Avinash Chinchure 17 Apr '25

17 Apr '25

Dear Moderator, Kindly post. Best Regards. --------------------------------- WALK-IN FOR APPOINTMENT OF SIRC (LIBRARY) TRAINEE ON FIXED TERM BASIS ON FRIDAY, 2ND MAY 2025, AT 10.30 AM National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) - Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), is a premier research institute engaged in research in life sciences across scale. Several research facilities and associated infrastructure helps in providing cutting edge technology and support research. NCBS is looking for fresh graduates in Library & Information Science for the appointment of Scientific Information Resources Centre (Library) Trainee on fixed term basis. Position: SIRC Trainee Number of vacancies: 1 position Age limit: 28 years as on 01.01.2025 Consolidated Salary: Rs.22,000/- per month. Essential Qualification: Graduate (Science Preferable) and B.Lib/B.L.I.Sc. from recognized University/Institute. Desirable: Master's Degree in Library & Information Science (M.L.I.Sc.) from a recognized University/Institute with a minimum of 50% of marks in aggregate Interested candidates may attend WALK-IN at the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), Tata Institute for Fundamental Research (TIFR), GKVK Cmapus, Bellary Road, Bangalore-560065 AT 10.30 AM ON FRIDAY, 2ND MAY 2025 along with CV and true copies of relevant certificates/testimonials in support of your qualifications.

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Article required
by Gaurang Raval 17 Apr '25

17 Apr '25

Dear Sir/Madam Greetings from Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat One of our Library Patrons is looking for an under-mentioned Article for her academic usage. Details: 1) https://psycnet.apa.org/doi/10.1037/t65197-000 It will be great if you can help us. Email id: gaurang.raval(a)rru.ac.in Thank you in advance Regards | सादर *Gaurang Raval *| *गौरांग रावल* Library & Information Officer | पुस्तकालय और सूचना अधिकारी *Rashtriya Raksha University India *| *राष्ट्रीय रक्षा विश्वविद्यालय भारत* Lavad - Dehgam, Gandhinagar – 382305 | लवाड - देहगाम, गांधीनगर - ३८२३०५ Gujarat, India | गुजरात, भारत Contact No: 8160885285; Ext. 41034 | संपर्क नंबर: ८१६०८८५२८५; इण्टरकॉम ४१०३४ https://rru.ac.in/mr-gaurang-raval/ RRU <https://rru.ac.in/>| Library <https://rru.ac.in/library-facilities/> | OPAC <https://opac.rru.ac.in/>| MyLOFT <https://www.myloft.xyz/>|Turnitin <https://rruniversity.turnitin.com/>

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Invitation to Participate in a Research Survey on "Understanding Copyright Anxiety Among Indian Library Professionals"
by NAHEEM K.T 15 Apr '25

15 Apr '25

Dear Sir / Madam, We invite you to participate in our research survey on "Understanding Copyright Anxiety Among Indian Library Professionals." This study aims to investigate the presence and impact of copyright-related concerns experienced by library and information science (LIS) professionals across India. Your insights will help us address copyright concerns in higher education. Survey Link: https://forms.gle/rRLRVD2KUAGEwmceA Time: 10 minutes Your participation is vital in shaping effective policies and support systems. For questions, contact Dr. Naheem K.T. at naheemkt(a)gmail.com. Thank you for your support! Let's work together to enhance our understanding of copyright. With regards, *Naheem K.T. Ph.D.* *Central Library* *Pondicherry University* *Puducherry, India* *https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0.623-8090 <https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0623-8090>* *Cell:09487957568* *_______________________________________________________* *Naheem K.T. **Ph.D.* *Professional Assistant* *Central Library* *Pondicherry University* *Puducherry, India* *https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0.623-8090 <https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0623-8090>* *Cell:09487957568*

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Invitation to attend the upcoming two-day National Seminar titled "RESOURCE SHARING FOR EFFECTIVE USER SATISFACTION: INNOVATIVE POLICIES TO STRENGTHEN LIBRARY NETWORKING RELATIONSHIPS"
by rajendra.dhiman＠snu.edu.in 11 Apr '25

11 Apr '25

Dear Professionals, We are delighted to invite you to attend our upcoming two-day National Seminar titled "RESOURCE SHARING FOR EFFECTIVE USER SATISFACTION: INNOVATIVE POLICIES TO STRENGTHEN LIBRARY NETWORKING RELATIONSHIPS". The seminar is scheduled to take place on 8th & 9th May 2025 at Shiv Nadar University and aims to bring together experts and scholars to discuss. Event Details: Dates: 8th & 9th May 2025. Location: Auditorium C021, C Block, Shiv Nadar University, Greater Noida. Theme: One Nation, One Subscription, Exploring the Role of Consortia in Resource Sharing, etc. Registration link : https://forms.gle/2sGxZYGUziK9EWVg6 Brochure link : https://issuu.com/rajendra.dhiman/docs/national_seminar_on_resource_sharing… Important instruction : The final confirmation will be sent to the participant after his registration to attend the above seminar. Thanks & Regards, Rajendra Dhiman Assistant Librarian, Shiv Nadar Institute of Eminence (IoE) Deemed to be University, NH91, Tehsil Dadri, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201314. Web link : https://library.snu.edu.in

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Request to participate in a survey on “E-Resource Licensing Literacy among Library and Information Science Professionals in India”: Reg.
by NAHEEM K.T 07 Apr '25

07 Apr '25

Dear Sir / Madam, You are invited to participate in a research study to understand the level of “Electronic resources licensing literacy among Library and Information Science Professionals in India.” Your insights are invaluable in identifying knowledge gaps, practical challenges, and training needs related to managing electronic resource licenses in Indian libraries. This study seeks to enhance licensing practices and professional development in our field. Your participation in the study is voluntary and involves completing a survey with an expected time commitment of 20 minutes. The results may be presented at professional conferences or published in research journals. The survey will close on April 30. Thank you for taking the time to share your expertise. Follow this link to the survey: https://forms.gle/jRKTFUGsotjU8dkB8 If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about this study now or in the future, don't hesitate to get in touch with Dr. Naheem K.T., 9487957568, naheemkt(a)gmail.com With Regards, *Naheem K.T. **Ph.D.* *Professional Assistant* *Central Library* *Pondicherry University* *Puducherry, India* *https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0.623-8090 <https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0623-8090>* *Cell:09487957568*

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Request for Article
by Kratika P 07 Apr '25

07 Apr '25

Dear Sir/ Ma'am I require the following article for academic purposes. Kindly share if you have access to it. Ghosh, S. (2000). Internet Sites for Library Professionals. *Journal of Information and Knowledge*, *37*(3), 229–238. https://www.srels.org/index.php/sjim/article/view/48920 -- *Kratika P* Shreenivas Deshpande Library IIT-BHU Varanasi

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Workshop on "AI-Powered Libraries: Unlocking the Potential of Generative AI" — April 26, 2025
by Shamprasad Pujar 07 Apr '25

07 Apr '25

Dear All, The Vidyashilp University is pleased to announce a One-Day Workshop on "AI-Powered Libraries: Unlocking the Potential of Generative AI," scheduled for April 26, 2025. This workshop aims to provide hands-on experience with AI tools to enhance library operations, research, and services. Key Topics Covered: Generative AI and Libraries: Gain a comprehensive understanding of how generative AI tools can enhance library operations, programs, and services. Generative AI for Library Administration: Learn how to streamline workflows and boost productivity using generative AI. Generative AI for Library Operations and Technical Services: Discover ways to optimize library operations and technical services with generative AI tools. Search and Discovery in the Age of Generative AI: Explore methods to enhance information search and discovery using generative AI. Generative AI and Research Services: Acquire skills to effectively use generative AI tools for your research and to guide and empower library users. Library Data Analysis Using Generative AI: Unlock actionable insights from diverse library data sources with the help of generative AI tools. Who Can Participate? Librarians, teachers, researchers, students, and anyone interested in AI tools for libraries. Date & Venue: 📅 April 26, 2025 Seats: 🚀 Limited to 40 participants only — first come, first served! Registration Details: 💰 Fee: Rs. 1180/- (Inclusive of GST) 🗓️ Registration Deadline: April 19, 2025 🌐 More Details & Registration: https://vu-ailiswokshop.mystrikingly.com Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills with AI tools! With regards, Ragini Reddy Deputy Librarian, Vidyashilp University ✉️ ragini.reddy(a)vidyashilp.edu.in 📞 99805 42804

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(no subject)
by Subbiah Arunachalam 07 Apr '25

07 Apr '25

Friends, What do you think of this initiative? http://www.tubebooks.org/technical_books_online.htm Maybe we should encourage our librarians to scan book titles for which copyright has expired and scan those books and create an open access archive of such books in all fields.

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Request for Article-Reg.
by Pramanathan U 02 Apr '25

02 Apr '25

Dear Sir/Madam, Greetings of the day! Hope you are doing well. One of our library patrons is seeking the following article for academic purposes. We would greatly appreciate your assistance in providing it. Baby Lavanya, K., Ismail Ansari, M., Gundu, V., Krishna Mohan, G., Mouleswararao, B. (2024). Predictive Analysis of Telecom Customer Churn Using Machine Learning Techniques. In: E. Balas, V., Prakash, K.B., Varma, G.P.S. (eds) Proceedings of the International Conference on Internet of Everything and Quantum Information Processing. IEQIP 2023. Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems, vol 1029. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-61929-8_15 Thanks in advance. -- Kind Regards Dr. U. PRAMANATHAN, MA., B.Ed., T.P.T., M.L.I.S., M.Phil., P.G.D.C.A., Ph.D. Librarian, Learning Resource Centre, PSG Institute of Management, Peelamedu, Coimbatore-641004. Tamilnadu, India. Phone No.: 0422-4304437 Mobile / WhatsApp No.: +91 9789639957. E-Mail ID.: librarian(a)psgim.ac.in upnathan(a)yahoo.co.in https://linktr.ee/Dr.U.Pramanathan

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3 Days Online Workshop on Koha, Data Migration and Gate Entry Management
by Librarian Guide 02 Apr '25

02 Apr '25

Dear All, The Librarian Guide is pleased to announce a Three-Day Workshop on Open Source Library Management System (Koha), InOut Management System, and Data Migration, scheduled to be conducted during April 18-20, 2025. This workshop aims to provide online training in Koha, a widely used open-source Integrated Library Management System (ILMS), along with InOut Management System for tracking library usage, and Data Migration techniques to facilitate smooth transition from legacy systems. Key Topics Covered: ✅ Koha: Installation, Configuration, Cataloging, Circulation, OPAC Customization, Serial Control, E-Resource Management, Acquisition etc. ✅ InOut Management System: User Tracking, Attendance Management, Integration with Koha ✅ Data Migration: Strategies, Tools, and Best Practices for Library Automation Who Can Participate? 📌 Library professionals, LIS students, IT professionals, and individuals interested in library automation. Date & Venue: 📅 April 18-20, 2025 Link to join the workshop will be sent to the registered participants separately. Registration Details: 💰 Fee: Rs. 500/- 📅 Registration Deadline: April 15, 2025 Registration Link: https://web.librarianguide.org/wlp/webinar-yuuhxb-1743461938987 Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your library automation skills! For further details, you may please contact at librarianguide(a)gmail.com Thanks & Regards Librarian Guide ********************************* *Pragya Tripathi* *Librarian Guide* ********************************* *www.youtube.com/c/librarianguide <http://www.youtube.com/c/librarianguide>* *www.librarianguide.org <http://www.librarianguide.org>* *********************************

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Re: [lispp:3840] Full Paper Submission Deadline: 12th April 2025- International Library Conference on Open Science ( Open Library Resources & OER), *“Global Perspectives on Open Science: Bridging Research, Access, and Innovations”* Jointly organized by *NMIMS & TCS*.16th & 17th May 2025
by swapna athavale 01 Apr '25

01 Apr '25

But sending abstract date is already gone On Mon, Mar 24, 2025, 10:26 AM Dr. Ravindra Mendhe <ravindramendhe(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Dear LIS Professionals > Greetings! > > We are excited to invite you to ICOS-2025: International Library > Conference on Open Science ( Open Library Resources & OER), under the > theme :*“Global Perspectives on Open Science: Bridging Research, Access, > and Innovations.”*NMIMS Central Library and TCS are jointly organizing > this prestigious event. > > **Dates of Conterence* *: 16th & 17th May 2025 > > * *Full Paper Submission Deadline**: 12th April 2025 > > **Submit your Papers at**: icopenscience(a)gmail.com > > ** Regarding Accommodation *– We can assist you in arranging > accommodation at nearby guest houses or hotels at nominal charges, payable > in advance by participants. If you require accommodation, please inform us > immediately. > > **Conference Venue**: Mukesh Patel Auditorium, NMIMS University, Vile > Parle (W), Mumbai, India. > > *For more details* 🌐 *Website*: https://nmims.edu/icos-2025/ > > Warm regards, > > Dr.Shivanand Sadlapur > Chief Librarian > NMIMS Deemed to be University- Mumbai > > *ICOS Brochure_2025 * > > > > > -- > Visit this group at http://lispp.blogspot.com/2015/03/loading.html > --- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "LISPP "Library and Information Science Professionals of Punjab"" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to lispp+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. > To view this discussion visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/lispp/CABB3m%2B2%3DuOvBfpqeq3BaZ9%3Ds9wTx… > <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/lispp/CABB3m%2B2%3DuOvBfpqeq3BaZ9%3Ds9wTx…> > . >

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OJS now in Marathi
by Murari Tapaswi 27 Mar '25

27 Mar '25

Dear LIS Members, As you are all aware, there exists an open source software for an online journal publication called Open Journal Systems (OJS). While this has been translated in many European languages, it was only available in Hindi as far as Indian Regional languages are concerned. With the last few month's effort, this has now been translated into Marathi. About 1350 strings from OJS and 4250 strings from PKP (Public Knowledge Project - it revealed that OJS picks up some strings from PKP as well) have been translated. This is likely to help the journals in the Marathi language to have an Internet presence. I appeal to Marathi-speaking community members whose institutions are publishing a journal (this is useful for even a newsletter) to give a try in using OJS in Marathi. OJS has several options (e.g. open access journal, paywalled journal, journal with or without review process, obtaining DoI for every article, engaging with archival agencies such as LOCKSS, CLOCKSS, etc. - all basic to most advanced ways of running a journal. Please give it a try. Setting up a journal is not my cup of tea. So if you/your institution has an opportunity, please give a try and let me know in case if I need to do any more translations. Thank you. Regards, - Tapaswi मुरारी तपस्वी, Ph.D.,४, सिंगबाळ बिल्डींग, टोंका, करंझाळे, 403002 गोवा, भारत Murari Tapaswi, Ph.D., 4 Singbal Bldg, Tonca, Caranzale, 403002 Goa, India फोन/ Phone: 9763341967 भेट द्या/ visit: https://sites.google.com/view/muraritapaswi/home

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Last date extended for submission of papers to NCTL-2025
by Shekar H P 27 Mar '25

27 Mar '25

Dear Moderator, Please circulate this information to the benefit of forum members. Dear All, Greetings. Unpublished research papers are invited to the "National Conference on Transforming Libraries: Synergy between Accreditation, Technology and Academic Excellence" organised by JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) in association with Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) and LIS Academy Bangalore on *23 – 24 May, 2025.* Venue: CMS Business School, Next to Holiday Inn, Sheshadri Road, Gandhinagar, Bangalore. Selected peer reviewed papers will be published with ISBN and high quality papers will be published in Scopus Indexed journals. The papers may be sent to the email: seminars.desk(a)jainuniversity.ac.in *Please Note:* There will be a discount of Rs. 500/- in the registration fee to the Members of KALA and LIS Academy. *Registration link:* https://forms.gle/g9fDRRgh9BuJPS66A *Website Link:* https://events.jainuniversity.ac.in/uploads/blog/NCTL-2025_Conference_Broch… Best Paper Award of Rs. 5000/- *Last date for submission of papers:15.04.2025.* *Who can participate:* Library Professionals, Researchers, Faculty Members and students of any discipline. Thank you with warm regards. -- Dr. Shekar H P Librarian JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) Bangalore www.jainuniversity.ac.in

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Webinar on IPR
by Shamprasad Pujar 24 Mar '25

24 Mar '25

Dear Members, IGIDR is organizing a Webinar on IPR on March 26, 2025 at 11.30 am. You are requested to join the webinar. Topic: IPR in the AI Era (with specific reference to study and research) Speaker: Dr. Betsy Rajasingh, Assistant Professor, NLSIU, Bengaluru Join @ https://youtube.com/live/JNq8EekAAQk Thanks & Regards, S M Pujar Chief Librarian IGIDR, Mumbai

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Only a few days remain for the NCMLTS-2025 @ MAHE BLR, 28-29 March 2025
by Ishappa C Bandi [MAHE-BLR] 22 Mar '25

22 Mar '25

Dear All, Greetings!! We are pleased to welcome you all to our new campus, MAHE Bengaluru and NCMLTS-2025. We also thank all those who have contributed their research articles and will present at the conference. We also thank all the registered participants, invited speakers, session Chairs, Co-Chairs and rapporteurs, vendors, and sponsors for confirming their active support and encouragement. We would like to ask the LIS community for more registrations and participation in the NCMLTS-2025. Please Click here for Registration: https://tinyurl.com/2v6b5krp Thanks With Best Regards NCMLTS| Organizing Team Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) | Bengaluru (Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University) Conference Website: https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/ Registration link: https://tinyurl.com/2v6b5krp ishappa.bandi(a)manipal.edu / thippeswamy.k(a)manipal.edu / harish.ht(a)manipal.edu ________________________________ Disclaimer: This email and any files transmitted with it are privileged and confidential material of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). They are intended to named recipient(s) only. If you are not the intended recipient of this message, please contact the sender and delete the message. This Email message including attachment(s), if any, is believed to be free of any virus. However, it is the responsibility of the recipient to ensure that it is virus-free, and MAHE accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising in any way from its use. Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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Five-Day National Workshop on Data Carpentry and AI/ML Tools for Libraries-2nd Edition, Organized by B. C. Roy Memorial Library, IIM Calcutta, from 19-23 May 2025
by Sayan Roy 21 Mar '25

21 Mar '25

Dear Sir/ Madam, Greetings from *B. C. Roy Memorial Library, IIM Calcutta!* We hope this message finds you well. We are delighted to inform you about the upcoming *" <https://sites.google.com/iimcal.ac.in/data-carpentry-and-aiml-tools/home>**Five-Day National Workshop on Data Carpentry and AI/ML Tools for Libraries -2nd Edition" <https://sites.google.com/iimcal.ac.in/data-carpentry-and-aiml-tools/home>*, organized by *B. C. Roy Memorial Library, IIM Calcutta <https://library.iimcal.ac.in/>*, from 19-23 May 2025. For more details about the National Workshop, Please visit our official website at: https://sites.google.com/iimcal.ac.in/data-carpentry-and-aiml-tools/home This workshop provides hands-on training in open-source data wrangling software and AI/ML tools based on case studies for researchers and LIS professionals. It aims to develop skills to face the challenges of modern Data Science and AI/ML applications in LIS. The workshop introduces new tools for data wrangling, data reconciliation, text and citation network visualization, Named-Entity Recognition, Opinion Mining, Automated Systematic Review, and RAG, Semantic Annotation. We are excited to invite you to join us for an engaging and insightful Five-Day National Workshop on Data Carpentry and AI/ML Tools for Libraries – 2nd Edition. We look forward to your participation! We kindly ask that you share this announcement within your professional networks. The workshop brochure attached here <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Mfhvy3zK9uag4pFSokZsl5-uXsRV97Ph/view?usp=…> . -- धन्यबाद/Thanking you, हार्दिक सम्मान के साथ/With warm regards, --------------------------------------------------------- *सायन राय | Sayan Roy* पुस्तकालय सहायक | Library Assistant बी.सी.रॉय स्मारक पुस्तकालय | B. C. Roy Memorial Library भारतीय प्रबंध संस्थान कलकत्ता, कलकत्ता - ७००१०४ Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, Kolkata- 700104 Contact- libraryworkshop(a)iimcal.ac.in library.iimcal.ac.in

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DRTC_Colloquium 04_A Debate
by Nabina Khamaru 20 Mar '25

20 Mar '25

*Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC)* *Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Centre* 8th Mile, Mysore Road, RVCE Post Bangalore, 560 059 *Colloquium - 4: A Debate* Presented by MLIS 1st years (2024 - 2025) *Title: **Is the library going through an identity crisis?* *Abstract* According to historical findings, the Library of Assyrian king Ashurbanipal in 7th century B.C was the earliest known library in the world. The archived clay tablets can still be found in the British Museum, London. In the 21st century A.D we now intend to raise the question if our libraries are going through an identity crisis, how much has it evolved and what is its identity today. Numerous factors like internet and Web 2.0 technologies, economic crisis and budget constraints, career goals and professional identity crisis of library personnel etc., and their impact, are to be discussed and debated, to gain knowledge and make a humble attempt to analyse the true state of libraries today. *List of Speakers* Speaking in favour Speaking against ● Ishita Majumder (Leading) ● Abhinav Sharma ● Durganshi Singh Depawat ● Shruti Kumari (Leading) ● Samalla Srihari ● Prateek Kumar Bisen ● Prasenjit Das *Coordinator:* Dr. Biswanath Dutta *Date:* 21st March, 2025, 3:30 p.m. *Venue:* G16 classroom (DRTC), ISI Bangalore *All are cordially invited!*

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Invitation for Applications for M.S. in Library and Information Science (MS-LIS) and PhD Programme (JRF-LIS)
by Nabina Khamaru 20 Mar '25

20 Mar '25

Dear All, We are pleased to inform you that the Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC) at the Indian Statistical Institute is currently accepting applications for two esteemed academic programmes: *Master of Science (M.S.) in Library and Information Science (MS-LIS)* – A comprehensive 2-year postgraduate programme designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in the fields of library and information science. *PhD Programme (JRF-LIS)* – For those interested in pursuing advanced research in Library and Information Science, we are also accepting applications for our PhD programme, which provides an opportunity for in-depth exploration of the subject. Admission portal is open now. We invite eligible candidates to apply for these programmes. Please find below the relevant links, along with important dates and further details regarding the application process. Date of Examination: May 11 (Sunday), 2025 Date of Closure of Application: March 26 (Wednesday), 2025 Application Webpage: https://admission.isical.ac.in/ DRTC Official Website: https://drtc.isibang.ac.in/courses Flyer: https://drtc.isibang.ac.in/sites/default/files/2025-02/ISI_admission_Flyers… We encourage interested individuals to review the information and submit their applications within the specified timelines. We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our academic community. You are also requested to forward this information to other relevant forums if needed. Regards, The DRTC Office

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Request to release vacancy position
by Dr.Mallikarjun Bachalapur 20 Mar '25

20 Mar '25

Dear Moderator, Please release the vacancy position in LIS Forum. *BLDE Association* Smt.Bangaramma Sajjan Campus Solapur Road Vijayapur-586 103, Karnataka * Date: 20/03/2025* *WE ARE HIRING* Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the post of *Librarian and* *Assistant Librarian* to the BLDEA’s Group of Higher Educational Institutes. *Qualification**: *Masters’ in Library Science (M.L.I.Sc) with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) from recognized university. *Experience*: Minimum 2 to 3 years of relevant works experience in a reputed professional Educational Institute/ Research Institute / University Library. Eligible Candidates may apply enclosing their bio-data, copies of certificates of experience, qualifications mentioning the post applied for to the *E-mail: hr(a)bldea.org <hr(a)bldea.org> *on or before 30/03/2025. Thank you, Dr. M M Bachalapur Ph.D Chief Librarian BLDEA'S Dr.P.G.Halakatti College of Engineering and Technology Ashram Road, VIJAYAPUR-586103 Mob: 9740016911 ORCID ID:0000-0003-2402-2477

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Information Resources - 250311 & Forthcoming Events during Mar - Apr 2025
by Mohan Hr 13 Mar '25

13 Mar '25

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Forthcoming events of IEEE CS Madras during Mar-Apr 2025
by Mohan Hr 10 Mar '25

10 Mar '25

Forthcoming Events during Mar-Apr 2025 ⏹️13th Mar 2025 at 9.15 am IST. IEEE CS Madras, CSI Chennai, ACM Chennai, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, IEEE CS SBC Webinar on "Advanced Education Choices in AI & DS Era for Embracing & Leading Innovation" by Ms. Shobana Radhakrishnan, Senior Director (Engineering), Google TV, Google, California, USA. Register at https://lnkd.in/gAsYnDfa ⏹️17th Mar 2025 at 11 am IST. IEEE CS Madras, CSI Chennai, ACM Chennai, Kings College of Engineering, IEEE CS SBC Webinar on "Generative AI and Big Data Analytics for Smart Health System" by Dr Sonali Vyas, Associate Prof., School of Computer Science, UPES, Dehradun. Register at https://forms.gle/6mkVsb42gtiL8gFL9 ⏹️18th Mar 2025 at 11 am IST. IEEE CS Madras, CSI Chennai, ACM Chennai, Sri Sairam Institute of Technology, IEEE CS SBC Webinar on "Data-driven modeling of sustainable and safe transportation systems" by Dr Gitakrishnan Ramadurai, Professor, Dept. of DS & AI, IIT Madras. Register at https://rb.gy/gzg4us ⏹️19th Mar 2025 at 10.30 am IST. IEEE CS Madras, CSI Chennai, ACM Chennai, Vivekanandha College of Engineering for Women, IEEE SB Webinar on "DevSecOps Demystified - Innovating Security from Development to Operation" by Mr Srinath Swaminathan, Devops Manager, Banking Domain, Chennai. Register at https://forms.gle/4V47HVa8DsCHwfKHA ⏹️26th Mar 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. CSI, IEEE CS & ACM Webinar on "Revolutionizing Software Development (The Power of Generative AI and Agentic Systems)" by Dr. Alpana Dubey, Innovation Research Principal Director Accenture Labs, Bangalore. Register at https://lnkd.in/gmjkqN6J ⏹️27th Mar 2025 at 10.30 am IST. IEEE CS, CSI, ACM, KARE & IEEE CS SBC KARE Webinar on "ChaQra: a cellular unit of the Indian Quantum Network" by Dr. Shashank Gupta, Research Lead at QNu Labs. Register at: https://lnkd.in/ggQsgpbq ⏹️9th Apr 2025 at 6 30 pm IST. IEEE CS, CSI, ACM Webinar on "Navigating the AI/ML Lifecycle: Key Stages and Evolving Job Roles" by Mr. Arockia Liborious, Vice President, Intl Society of Data Scientist & AI, Practice Leader in a leading Indian Bank. Register at https://bit.ly/web-250409-ai-ml-lifecycle ⏹️Information Resources 🔸IR-250301 -- https://lnkd.in/gEx4H2h2 🔸IR-250211 -- https://lnkd.in/gaftAAxp 🔸IR-250201 -- https://lnkd.in/gJzMdf79 🔸IR-250121 -- https://lnkd.in/gV9n2r-M 🔸IR-250111 -- https://lnkd.in/gAKVQVAs 🔸IR-250101 -- https://lnkd.in/gwrjxK7a 🔸IR-241223 -- https://lnkd.in/g4p5xVaG 🔸IR-241210 -- https://lnkd.in/gBvbY4gU

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Announcement of CLSTL 2025 – Enhancing Library Experiences with AI
by TS Kumbar 10 Mar '25

10 Mar '25

Dear Professional Colleagues, Greetings from IIT Gandhinagar! We are happy to announce the 3rd International Conference ‘*Changing Landscape of Science & Technology Libraries (CLSTL 2025) <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/> *to be held at IIT Gandhinagar, India, from *25th to 27th September 2025*. This conference aims to bring together library professionals, researchers, and industry leaders for a robust exchange of ideas, sharing of best practices, and a collective examination of contemporary challenges in the context of AI adoption in the libraries. Involvement of the information community is vital for sharing experiences, fostering discussions and exploring the latest advancements in technology enhancing library's contributions/role. *Themes & Subthemes:* CLSTL 2025 attempts to add value to the participants through deliberations on topics which are in trend and are worth exploring. The theme for this year’s CLSTL 2025 is *"**Enhancing Library Experiences with Artificial Intelligence," *and it will delve into the transformative impact of AI on library services, scholarly communication, and user engagement. The sub-themes chosen complement the theme of the conference. An eclectic mix of experts are identified as speakers along with interesting workshops and the details regarding the sub-themes, workshop titles, list of speakers are given on the conference website. The conference brochure is available here <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dx5S5le8NTOkWl41afjfINJ-xLxV-E0Q/view> for download. *Key Dates:* - Registration opens on: *6th March 2025* - Deadline for Registration: *31st August 2025* - Deadline for Proposal/Abstract Submission: *20th April 2025* - Notification of Acceptance: *5th May 2025* - Final submission of Poster/Presentation slides: *31st July 2025* We invite you to submit abstracts for presentations and posters that will contribute to shaping the future of libraries in the age of AI. For updates, instructions for presentation & posters, and detailed submission guidelines, please visit the conference website. <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/> Additionally, we request you to share this announcement in your professional networks. We look forward to welcoming you to an engaging and thought-provoking CLSTL 2025! Best regards, Kumbar -- T. S. Kumbar, PhD Advisor (Library & Institute Archives) *Main Library, Block 13 * Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar Palaj, Gandhinagar 382 055*|* Gujarat | INDIA Tel: +91 79 2395 2431 Mob: 09825921864 Email: tskumbar(a)iitgn.ac.in | librarian(a)iitgn.ac.in Website: http://www.iitgn.ac.in Follow Us : <https://www.facebook.com/Library-IITGN-105636257877813/> <https://www.instagram.com/iitgn_library/> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/library-iitgn/> <https://in.pinterest.com/librarysocialmedia0715/> <https://twitter.com/LibraryIITGN> ----*-----------------------------------------------------------* Find your way through interesting books of different subjects with our Pathfinders <https://library.iitgn.ac.in/pathfinder.php>!

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CGPA to Percentage Conversion in India
by infoteampercentage＠gmail.com 07 Mar '25

07 Mar '25

In India, many universities and educational institutions follow a standard formula to convert CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) into Percentage. Standard Formula: 📌 Percentage (%) = CGPA × 9.5 Example Calculations: If your CGPA is 8.0, then: 8.0 × 9.5 = 76% If your CGPA is 7.5, then: 7.5 × 9.5 = 71.25% Important Notes: ✔ Some universities may have their own specific conversion formulas (e.g., IGNOU, DU, and Anna University). ✔ Always check your university's official guidelines for accurate conversion. For more details, visit https://cgpatopercentagetool.com/. Would you like to add specific universities or make it more detailed? 😊

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Fwd: Public institutions should not be party to unethical practices
by Subbiah Arunachalam 07 Mar '25

07 Mar '25

Subject: Public institutions should not be party to unethical practices Friends, This paper may be of interest to you. https://katinamagazine.org/content/article/open-knowledge/2025/academic-dat… It tells you how unscrupulous commercial publishers are selling the same products at different prices to different institutions. Also, I don't understand why Indian government and government-aided institutions who use taxpayers' money to subscribe to journals and databases meekly and *unethically* accept the non-disclosure agreements dictated by the publishers. Do you sign such agreements when you buy a car or a shirt? Please read the article and tell me what you think of it. Thanks and with warm regards, Subbiah Arunachalam http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 <http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009> https://zenodo.org/communities/arunachalamsknowledgerepository/records?q=&l…

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India’s Young Investigators’ Meeting: A perspective – ASAPbio
by madhan muthu 07 Mar '25

07 Mar '25

https://asapbio.org/indias-young-investigators-meeting-a-perspective In retrospect, giving publishers space to speak to ECRs and postdocs was a missed opportunity. We do not need to hear sermons from these publishers on practicing open science and being ethical in our research. We need to discuss how soon we can escape the claws of greedy publishers and make the fruits of science available to all free of cost, enabling our peers to comment and provide constructive criticisms of scholarly work. Madhan

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Invitation for Applications for M.S. in Library and Information Science (MS-LIS) and PhD Programme (JRF-LIS)
by Nabina Khamaru 07 Mar '25

07 Mar '25

Dear All, We are pleased to inform you that the Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC) at the Indian Statistical Institute is currently accepting applications for two esteemed academic programmes: *Master of Science (M.S.) in Library and Information Science (MS-LIS)* – A comprehensive 2-year postgraduate programme designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in the fields of library and information science. *PhD Programme (JRF-LIS)* – For those interested in pursuing advanced research in Library and Information Science, we are also accepting applications for our PhD programme, which provides an opportunity for in-depth exploration of the subject. Admission portal is open now. We invite eligible candidates to apply for these programmes. Please find below the relevant links, along with important dates and further details regarding the application process. *Date of Examination:* May 11 (Sunday), 2025 *Date of Closure of Application:* March 26 (Wednesday), 2025 Application Webpage: https://admission.isical.ac.in/ DRTC Official Website: https://drtc.isibang.ac.in/courses Flyer: https://drtc.isibang.ac.in/sites/default/files/2025-02/ISI_admission_Flyers… We encourage interested individuals to review the information and submit their applications within the specified timelines. We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our academic community. You are also requested to forward this information to other relevant forums if needed. Regards, The DRTC Office

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DRTC_Colloquium 03_Practice, Theory and Research: A Multilateral Relation in LIS
by Nabina Khamaru 05 Mar '25

05 Mar '25

Indian Statistical Institute Documentation Research & Training Centre 8th Mile, Mysore Road, RVCE Post Bangalore, 560 059 Colloquium 3 (2024-2026) Title: "Practice, Theory and Research: A Multilateral Relation in LIS” Abstract This colloquium will explore the dynamic relationship between theory and practice in Library and Information Science (LIS), highlighting how both inform and influence each other. It will trace the historical evolution of library services and examine the emergence of foundational theories in the field, demonstrating how interdisciplinary research from areas like information technology, computer science, management, and economics has shaped LIS practices. The discussion will delve into the impact of these theories on library services, with a particular focus on the gap between theoretical research and the quality of library services in India. It will also address the challenges faced by Indian libraries in applying the latest research, such as infrastructure limitations, lack of resources, and economic barriers. Additionally, the colloquium will highlight how research in LIS can extend beyond libraries, influencing everyday life through technologies like Google’s information retrieval system, Amazon’s recommendation engine, and OpenAI’s large language model. The conclusion will emphasize the importance of research in advancing LIS practices and services, arguing that despite the challenges in bridging theory and practice in India, research remains a guiding force for the future of the field. By looking at both the historical context and the current challenges, the colloquium aims to underscore the critical role that research will continue to play in shaping the future of libraries and information services globally. Topics and speakers: Introduction Prasenjit Das Theory to Practice Shruti Kumari Interdisciplinary Impacts Prateek Bisen Gap Between Theory and Practice Abhinav Sharma Constraints Ishita Majumder Benefits & Conclusion Samalla Srihari Coordinator: Dr. Biswanath Dutta Date: 06/03/2025 Time: 3:30 pm Venue: DRTC Classroom (G-16), ISI Bangalore. All are cordially invited!

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Prof. S. Parthasarathy Memorial Lecture
by K.S. Raghavan 04 Mar '25

04 Mar '25

UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY & INFORMATION SCIENCE Cordially invites you to the PROF. S. PARTHASARATHY MEMORIAL LECTURE Instituted by Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science Topic Foundational Models: A New Approach to Organizing and Consuming Information Using AI Speaker Dr. Balaraman Ravindran Professor & Head Wadhwani School of Data Science & AI IIT Madras, Chennai Presidential Address Prof. S. Elumalai Registrar, University of Madras Sarada Ranganathan Endowment Dr. V. Chandrakumar for Library Science & Faculty, Research Scholars and Students ----------------------------------- About the Speaker Professor B. Ravindran heads the Department of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI), the Wadhwani School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (WSAI), the Robert Bosch Centre for Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (RBCDSAI) and the Centre for Responsible AI (CeRAI) at IIT Madras. Currently, his research interests are centered on learning from and through interactions and span the areas of geometric deep learning and reinforcement learning. About the Endowment & Lecture The Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science was founded in 1961 by Padmashri Late Dr. S. R. Ranganathan, National Research Professor in Library Science and a renowned library and information scientist, to promote research in Library & Information Science. The Endowment is pleased to honour a close associate of Dr. Ranganathan and a longtime trustee of the Endowment, Prof. S. Parthasarathy (1917-2021), by instituting a Memorial Lecture to commemorate his stellar contributions to the field of Library and Information Science. K. S. Raghavan Former Dean (Academic), University of Madras Professor (Retd.), DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute Visiting Scientist (Retd.), Centre for Knowledge Analytics & Ontological Engineering (KAnOE), PES University Member-Secretary, Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science

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Workshop on AI and Social Science Research, March 29, 2025
by Shamprasad Pujar 03 Mar '25

03 Mar '25

Dear Members, IGIDR, Mumbai is organizing a one-day offline workshop on 'AI and Social Science Research' scheduled to be held on March 29, 2025. You are also requested to bring it to the attention of researchers in Social Sciences. More information @ https://aissrworkshop.mystrikingly.com Thanks and Regards, Shamprasad M. Pujar, PhD Chief Librarian Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research Gen Vaidya Marg, Goregaon (East) MUMBAI-400 065, India Phone: ++91-22-6909 6528 E-mail: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in

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Support for the Declaration to Defend Research Against US-Government Censorship
by Jiban K Pal 03 Mar '25

03 Mar '25

Dear Colleagues, Some of you may have seen the 'Declaration To Defend Research Against U.S. Government Censorship <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cC6Vu_CAtgxSck8S9be_hmzSu-w2DsaJ02Nw5oe…>' coordinated by Lisa Schiff, Alice Meadows, Catherine Mitchell, Sara Rouhi, and Peter Suber. The declaration serves as a call to action for the scholarly communication community and other stakeholders in response to recent steps by the US Government that involve, among others, the *banning of terms in scholarly publications and the removal of datasets* and public websites (https://tinyurl.com/2dyadwzr). I feel that we should add our support to the Declaration, either as individuals or as organizations. You can then proceed to extend your support and sign the Declaration by clicking this Link: *https://tinyurl.com/3bwuc38f* <https://tinyurl.com/3bwuc38f> Delaying our response will only amplify the risks of censorship in academic research and cause irreparable harm. *Now it's the time to act...!* Warm regards Jiban *Jiban K. Pal, PhDIndian Statistical Institute, KolkataEmail: jiban(a)isical.ac.in <jiban(a)isical.ac.in>; Ph: 9433161580https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/547381 <https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/547381>Editorial Board Member of Re3data.org <https://www.re3data.org/editorialboard> (Germany)************************************************ --

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Information Resources -- IR-250301 & Forthcoming Events in March 2025
by Mohan Hr 03 Mar '25

03 Mar '25

Information Resources IR--250301 ============================ ▶️ Information Resources Access the following 40 resources through https://lnkd.in/gEx4H2h2 🔸Amazon Web Services announces a new quantum computing chipy 🔸Microsoft’s Majorana 1 chip carves new path for quantum computing 🔸Summary of the review article -- Transforming Science with Large Language Models 🔸10 ChatGPT prompts for learning 🔸17 golden rules for writing ChatGPT prompts 🔸DeepSeek for Businesses 🔸Comparing Agentic AI, Generative AI & Traditional ML 🔸LLM ecosystem -- 2025 🔸Guide: NLP Preprocessing 🔸AI Agent -- A Comprehensive Guide 🔸Types of Literature Reviews and Applications 🔸Free Course: Sustainability in the digital age: Environmental Impacts of AI Systems. Starts from 4th Mar 2025 🔸eBook: Practical Research Methods 🔸Free eBook: Data & AI Imperative: Designing Strategies for Exponential Growth ($21.00 Value) 🔸Free eBook: The Go-to-Market Cheat Code: The Secret to Unlocking B2B Growth ($18.00 Value) 🔸Free eBook: Excel Insights: A Microsoft MVP Guide to the Best Parts of Excel ($14.99). 🔸eBook: The Cambridge Handbook of the Law, Ethics and Policy of AI 🔸Machine Learning and Deep Learning: Stanford's CS229 Course Notes 🔸Playbook: Agentic AI -- A new frontier in GenAI 🔸Online Book: The CS Assistant Professor Handbook 🔸eBook: Docker for Data Science 🔸Lecture Nores: Tools & Methods of Data Collection 🔸eBook: Mastering Al Agents 🔸Data KPIs -- Cheat Sheet 🔸Rules & Terminologies of Machine Learning 🔸Machine Learning Interview Components & 30 page interview preparation guide 🔸Top 100 ML Interview Questions 🔸Top 50 LLM Interview Questions 🔸Report -- AI in Education 🔸The Future of Consulting: How AI Will Reshape the Industry by 2030 🔸The Real Way to Stop Cheating in an AI World 🔸9 ways to delete yourself from the internet (and hide your identity online) 🔸26 Prompt Hacks 🔸Top high paying AI skills that everyone should master in 2025 🔸15 journal finder tools 🔸Free Research Papers Download Sites 🔸Powerful Learning Techniques 🔸15 books that can change your life 🔸10 resources for founders 🔸10 concepts every entrepreneurs should learn 🔸HRM-CSE/IT Information Resources WhatsApp Groups 🔸Infoquiz -- 250301 🔸Answers to Infoquiz -- 250211 Access the above 40 resources through https://lnkd.in/gEx4H2h2 ▶️Forthcoming Events in Mar 2025 🔹5th Mar 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar on "FlutterFlow: Visual Development Platform (for designing stunning apps, that scale as you grow)". Register at https://lnkd.in/gYx9mFBW 🔹26th Mar 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar on "Revolutionizing Software Development (The Power of Generative AI and Agentic Systems)". Register at https://lnkd.in/gmjkqN6J ▶️Past Information Resources Posts 🔸IR-250211 -- https://lnkd.in/gaftAAxp 🔸IR-250201 -- https://lnkd.in/gJzMdf79 🔸IR-250121 -- https://lnkd.in/gV9n2r-M 🔸IR-250111 -- https://lnkd.in/gAKVQVAs 🔸IR-250101 -- https://lnkd.in/gwrjxK7a 🔸IR-241223 -- https://lnkd.in/g4p5xVaG 🔸IR-241210 -- https://lnkd.in/gBvbY4gU

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OA and AI
by Subbiah Arunachalam 01 Mar '25

01 Mar '25

Friends, This may be of interest to many members of this forum and others interested in open science and AI. https://www.tib.eu/en/events/details/yes-we-are-open-shaping-artificial-int… . With warm regards, Arun ,

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Call for Papers-NCTL-2025
by Shekar H P 01 Mar '25

01 Mar '25

Dear Moderator, You are requested to circulate this information to the benefit of forum members. Dear Sir / Madam, Greetings of the day. We are pleased to inform you that the "National Conference on Transforming Libraries: Synergy between Accreditation, Technology and Academic Excellence" is being organised by JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) in association with Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) and LIS Academy Bangalore on 23 – 24 May, 2025. Venue: CMS Business School, Next to Holiday Inn, Sheshadri Road, Gandhinagar, Bangalore. Papers are invited by the interested contributors to the Conference. Selected peer reviewed papers will be published with ISBN and high quality papers will be published in Scopus Indexed journals. The papers may be sent to the email: seminars.desk(a)jainuniversity.ac.in Please Note: There will be a discount of Rs. 500/- in the registration fee to both the Members of KALA and LIS Academy (Can pay Rs.2000/- only instead of Rs.2500). Registration link: https://forms.gle/g9fDRRgh9BuJPS66A Website Link: https://bschool.cms.ac.in/events/national-conference-on-transforming-librar… And there will be an award of Rs. 5000/- to the Author who presents "Best Paper" in the Conference. Last date for submission of papers:- 15.03.2025. So hurry up...!! Speed up your writing, submit papers and grab the opportunity at the earliest. On behalf of the JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), KALA and LIS Academy, request you to share this information among fellow Library Professionals, Researchers, Faculty Members and students known to you and are interested to participate. Thank you with warm regards. -- Dr. Shekar H P Librarian and Area Head, JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) Bangalore www.jainuniversity.ac.in

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Fwd:
by BP Prakash 28 Feb '25

28 Feb '25

Dear Admin, Pl post this in our Forum. Thanks n Regards BP Prakash ============================================================================================= *Library position at Chanakya University, Bangalore.* *Professional Assistant (Library) .... One post.* The Professional Assistant plays a key role in supporting various aspects of library operations. The incumbent will work across multiple functional areas, including information retrieval, digital resources, circulation desk, document processing, and floor management. *Responsibilities:* - Work collaboratively across all library sections/functional areas, including information retrieval, digital resources, user profiles, circulation desk, document processing, and floor management. - Handle reference queries & assist patrons to effectively use library resources. - Contribute to the execution of library events and marketing & promotional events.. - Perform circulation desk duties, including checking in and checking out library materials, processing holds, and managing overdue items. *Qualifications :* - Master’s degree in library & information science or equivalent program (full time / regular mode). - Additional qualifications like PGDCA, PGDLAN, or PGDLIM will be an added advantage *Skillsets & Key Attributes:* - Knowledge / Proficiency in MS office, Koha, D space, portal management & IT tools / systems. - Conversant with emerging trends & technologies relevant to library services - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Flexibility to work during weekends, extended hours and shifts. *Experience :* 0-3 years of library experience, preferably in academic / research organizations. (Freshers & those expecting final results can also apply) *Age limit* : 26 years Interested candidates may upload their resume at < https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4162977002> or e-mail to <careers(a)chanakyauniversity.edu.in>, (mentiioning the name of the post in the subject), *before 10th March 2025* ======================================================================================

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Academic Databases and the Art of the Overcharge | Katina Magazine
by Subbiah Arunachalam 27 Feb '25

27 Feb '25

Friends, Greetings from Chennai. I thought this article may be of interest to you. https://katinamagazine.org/content/article/open-knowledge/2025/academic-dat… . Subbiah Arunachalam

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Library position at Chanakya University, Bangalore.
by BP Prakash 25 Feb '25

25 Feb '25

Hi, Please post this in the LIS forum. Thanks & Regards, Prakash BP *====================================================================================* *Library position at Chanakya University, Bangalore.* *Senior Professional Assistant (Digital Library) ...... One post.* *Position Type:* Full-time. *Job Summary:* Chanakya university is looking for a highly motivated & skilled expert to manage, maintain, and troubleshoot integrated library systems. This role requires hands-on experience with library automation systems & processes, ERM (Electronic Resources Management), remote access, library portal and social media. The candidate will be a part of the professional team in building a best-in-class academic library & knowledge centre. *Key Responsibilities:* - Handle and manage integrated library systems including, KOHA, D-Space, Remote access & discovery tools. - Oversee the Electronic Resources Management (ERM) including access management & licensing issues. - Proven abilities related to proxy servers, database management systems (DBMS), networking, and portal management. - Troubleshooting and technical support for library systems, ensuring minimal disruption to library operations. - Train other library staff on the above-mentioned systems and practices. *Skills and Competencies:* - Practical knowledge in installation, configuration and maintenance of above mentioned systems and related technologies. - Strong technical skills in DBMS, proxy servers, networking, and web design. - Excellent problem-solving skills, with an ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner. *Key Attributes:* - Ability to work independently as well as a team member. - Strong communication & interpersonal skills. - A strong passion for library services and a flair technology integration *Educational Requirements:* - Master's in library and information science (MLISc) or Master of Science (MS-LIS/ DRTC*) *(regular & full-time courses only) (Additional qualifications such as *PGDCA, PGDLAN, or PGDLIM* are equivalent programs are highly desirable). - Alternatively, B.Tech or BCA/ MCA candidates with a strong inclination towards library and information services. *Experience: *3-5 years of relevant experience. *Age limit* : 29 years. Interested candidates may upload their resume at < https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4153687677> or e mail it to <careers(a)chanakyauniversity.edu.in>, on or *before 10th March 2025* *===================================================================================================*

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Last Two Days to go for submission of articles to NCMLTS Conference @ MAHE BLR Campus
by Ishappa C Bandi [MAHE-BLR] 24 Feb '25

24 Feb '25

Greetings to All, The last two days to go for submission of the article to the National Conference on Modern Library Technologies and Services (NCMLTS) is till 25th Feb.2025 Please send your full articles to - ncmlts.maheblr(a)manipal.edu All participants and paper presenters need to be registered as soon as possible: https://tinyurl.com/2v6b5krp<https://tinyurl.com/2v6b5krp?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3KXnl-YEu4HVQBenEad…> Conference Website https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/<https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0nuFH…> Join the NCMLTS Conference WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BxEwAkL11RJH4EmEg7tMNm<https://chat.whatsapp.com/BxEwAkL11RJH4EmEg7tMNm?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAA…> For accommodations: Please write email to : ncmlts.maheblr(a)manipal.edu Thanks Organizing Team | NCMLTS-2025 MAHE Bengaluru ishappa.bandi(a)manipal.edu harish.ht<https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fharish.ht%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0b…>@manipal.edu thippeswamy.k(a)manipal.edu ________________________________ Disclaimer: This email and any files transmitted with it are privileged and confidential material of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). They are intended to named recipient(s) only. If you are not the intended recipient of this message, please contact the sender and delete the message. This Email message including attachment(s), if any, is believed to be free of any virus. However, it is the responsibility of the recipient to ensure that it is virus-free, and MAHE accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising in any way from its use. Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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Request for an Article
by Archu Sahu 22 Feb '25

22 Feb '25

Dear Madam/Sir, If you have access to the below article, kindly share. Acceptability of the “Right to be Forgotten” in Japan Chapter; First Online: 22 February 2022; pp 197–212 https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-981-16-8004-5_9 Regards: Archana Sahu Asst. Librarian National Law University Odisha

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Request to Update Job Recruitment Announcement
by Dr.Anka Setty 21 Feb '25

21 Feb '25

Subject: Request to Update Job Recruitment Announcement Dear Moderator, I kindly request you to share the following job recruitment announcement with the members of the LIS Forum. Subject: Urgent Recruitment - Library Assistant Position *Subject: Invitation for Applications - Library Assistant (1 Vacancy) * Dear Professionals, Applications are invited for the position of Library Assistant (1 vacancy) at NSB Bangalore, one of the reputed MBA/Business Schools in Karnataka, with immediate joining. Requirements: - Candidates must hold a D.L.I.Sc <http://d.l.i.sc/> or B.L.I.Sc <http://b.l.i.sc/> degree. - 2–3 years of experience in library operations. - Proficiency in library automation software (Easylib) is essential. - Proficiency in *RFID technology* for library systems. - Excellent communication skills are required. Job Responsibilities: - Managing the circulation counter and providing reference services. - Assisting readers and conducting information searches. - Classification, cataloguing, and data entry of library materials. - Displaying, filing, and organizing books and journals. Salary: Commensurate with relevant experience and expertise. Application Process: Interested candidates are requested to send their resumes within 10 days from the date of the advertisement to *drankasetty(a)gmail.com <drankasetty(a)gmail.com>* We look forward to receiving applications from eligible candidates. With warm regards, Ankasetty K. Chief Librarian NSB Bangalore Thank you for your assistance in circulating this announcement.

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Invitation for Applications - Library Assistant at NSB Bangalore
by drankasetty＠gmail.com 20 Feb '25

20 Feb '25

Dear Professionals, NSB Bangalore, a reputed MBA/Business School in Karnataka, invites applications for the position of Library Assistant (1 vacancy) with immediate joining. Requirements: Educational Qualification: D.L.I.Sc or B.L.I.Sc degree. Experience: 2–3 years in library operations. Technical Skills: Proficiency in library automation software (Easylib). Familiarity with RFID technology for library systems. Other Skills: Excellent communication skills. Key Responsibilities: Managing the circulation counter and providing reference services. Assisting readers and conducting information searches. Classification, cataloguing, and data entry of library materials. Displaying, filing, and organizing books and journals. Salary: Commensurate with experience and expertise. Application Process: Interested candidates may send their resumes to drankasetty(a)gmail.com within 10 days from the date of this announcement. We look forward to receiving applications from qualified candidates. Best regards, Ankasetty K. Chief Librarian NSB Bangalore Thank you for your support in sharing this announcement.

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Use Calibre to Remove DRM from Kindle Books and Convert to PDF
by Vimal Kumar V. 20 Feb '25

20 Feb '25

Own your content by removing DRM from Kindle books with the help of open source tool Calibre. https://itsfoss.com/calibre-remove-drm-kindle/ Information courtesy: ITS FOSS -- *Vimal Kumar V., PhD* Reference Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala-686560 ------------------------------------------ My Home page:www.vimalkumar.info My Blogs:linuxhalwa.blogspot.com kohageek.blogspot.com moovandan.blogspot.com ----------------------------------------------------------- *"The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." Alvin Toffler*

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Article required
by Paramjit Singh 19 Feb '25

19 Feb '25

Can we have following article on urgent basis? The Global Crisis of Trust in Elections *Nicholas Kerr, Bridgett A King*

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Request the article for our students-reg
by Palanichamy ilangumaran 19 Feb '25

19 Feb '25

Dear Sir/Madam Our student require the following article for final year project purpose 1,E-Smart Health Card System, Kamala B; Madhumitha A, IEEE  doi:10.1109/ICPECTS62210.2024.10780191  2,Blockchain-based Secure Storage and Management of Electronic Health Record using a Smart Card,I Srivastava, A Raj, DS Gupta - 2023 5th International …, 2023 - ieeexplore.ieee.org,DOI: 10.1109/RAIT57693.2023.10126943  Kindly give the above article Thank you P.ILANGUMARAN HEAD/SENIOR LIRARIAN Sethu Institute of Technology kariapatti,Virudhunagar Dist Tamil Nadu Mobile:9789527616  

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Request for a post for information on screen mirroring
by Archu Sahu 18 Feb '25

18 Feb '25

Dear Madam/Sir, Please post the below mail to the forum. Subject: Need information of screen mirroring Body: If anybody has any idea about the screen mirroring technology with a support facility, request to share. We require a model where the computers of a lab can be controlled by the computer which is available with the instructor's computer. Thanks and regards: Archana Sahu Asst. Librarian National Law University Odisha

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The NCMLTS Article Submission Deadline has been extended to February 25, 2025.
by Ishappa C Bandi [MAHE-BLR] 18 Feb '25

18 Feb '25

Greetings to All, The deadline for submitting articles to the NCMLTS Conference has been extended to February 25. This to accommodate more articles and allows you to present and publish. If you wish to submit your works in the form of articles, then please send an email: : ncmlts.maheblr(a)manipal.edu<mailto:ncmlts.maheblr@manipal.edu> Please click here for the registration: https://tinyurl.com/2v6b5krp For Conference Website https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/ Join this WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BxEwAkL11RJH4EmEg7tMNm For accommodation: https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/docs/ACCOMMODATION.pdf Anticipating your presence at NCMLTS on 28-29 March 2025 Thanks With best wishes Organizing Team | NCMLTS-2025 MAHE Bengaluru ishappa.bandi(a)manipal.edu harish.ht(a)manipal.edu thippeswamy.k(a)manipal.edu ________________________________ Disclaimer: This email and any files transmitted with it are privileged and confidential material of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). They are intended to named recipient(s) only. If you are not the intended recipient of this message, please contact the sender and delete the message. This Email message including attachment(s), if any, is believed to be free of any virus. However, it is the responsibility of the recipient to ensure that it is virus-free, and MAHE accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising in any way from its use. Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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Article Request
by Pranit Landge 18 Feb '25

18 Feb '25

Dear Colleague, A faculty from my university is in need of the below mentioned article for education and research purposes. Requesting those who have full-text access to it to kindly help me in getting the full-text pdf article please. Allen-Perkins, D., Rivero Jiménez, B., López-Lago Ortiz, L. *et al.* The Impact of Loneliness and Social Isolation on Dietary Choices and Practices among Older Adults: A Systematic Review of Qualitative and Mixed-Methods Research. *Population Ageing* (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12062-024-09475-4 Thanking you in advance. *धन्यवाद / Thank you**,* *प्रणित लांडगे / Pranit Landge.* सहायक पुस्तकालयाध्यक्ष / Assistant Librarian भारतीय विदेश व्यापार संस्थान (आई.आई.एफ.टी.), Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), बी-21, कुतुब सांस्थानिक क्षेत्र, नई दिल्ली - 110016 B-21, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi - 110016 *भ्रमणध्वनी / Mobile No. +91 9561827902*

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Book Chapters required
by Gaurang Raval 17 Feb '25

17 Feb '25

Dear Sir/Madam, Greetings from Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat One of our Faculty Members is looking for the under mentioned Book Chapters for his academic usage. Details: 1. *Empire of Humanity: A History of Humanitarianism* by Michael Barnett, Published by: Cornell University Press, https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.7591/j.ctt7z8ns (In this book, chapter: 5 The New International (pp. 97-106)) 2. *Foreign Policy Breakthroughs: Cases in Successful Diplomacy* by Robert Hutchings (ed.), Jeremi Suri (ed.) (In this book, chapter: 2 Humanitarian Diplomacy after World War II: The United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Administration) It will be great if you can help us.[Email ID: gaurang.raval(a)rru.ac.in] Thank you in advance Regards | सादर *Gaurang Raval *| *गौरांग रावल* Library & Information Officer | पुस्तकालय और सूचना अधिकारी *Rashtriya Raksha University India *| *राष्ट्रीय रक्षा विश्वविद्यालय भारत* Lavad - Dehgam, Gandhinagar – 382305 | लवाड - देहगाम, गांधीनगर - ३८२३०५ Gujarat, India | गुजरात, भारत Contact No: 8160885285; Ext. 41034 | संपर्क नंबर: ८१६०८८५२८५; इण्टरकॉम ४१०३४ https://rru.ac.in/mr-gaurang-raval/ RRU <https://rru.ac.in/>| Library <https://rru.ac.in/library-facilities/> | OPAC <https://opac.rru.ac.in/>| MyLOFT <https://www.myloft.xyz/>|Turnitin <https://rruniversity.turnitin.com/>

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Information Resources -- IR -- 250211 & Forthcoming Events during Feb - Mar 2025
by Mohan Hr 17 Feb '25

17 Feb '25

=================== ▶️Forthcoming Events =================== 🔸IEEE CS Madras Mega ICT Quiz is being organised in a lead up to the 80th anniversary celebration of IEEE Computer Society which was founded in 1946. The Quiz will cover the Information and Communication Technology history, concepts, developments, trends and current affairs. The Quiz is open for ALL including: School Students of level 10th grade and above, College Students, Researchers, Faculty and Professionals. The Quiz will be conducted in four stages. Online Prelims, Zonal Orals (in over 10 centres), Semifinal Orals (in two centres), and Final Orals (at Chennai). All Orals will be in-person in physical mode, except Prelims which will held online to select contestants for Orals. Win attractive cash prizes & gifts. Certificate of Participation to all. Announcement: https://lnkd.in/gQG4t2SF Registration Fee Rs. 50 (fifty only). Register at https://lnkd.in/gjwjbXQD by 22nd Feb 2025. 🔸26th Feb 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar on "Computational Gastronomy: Blending Food with Artificial Intelligence". Register at https://bit.ly/web-250226-blend-food-ai 🔸5th Mar 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar on "FlutterFlow: Visual Development Platform (for designing stunning apps, that scale as you grow)" Register at https://bit.ly/web-250305-flutter-low-code-tool 🔸26th Mar 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar on "Revolutionizing Software Development (The Power of Generative AI and Agentic Systems)". Register at https://bit.ly/web-250326-sw-dev-genai-agents ============================= ▶️Information Resources -- 250211 ============================= Access the following 30 resources through https://lnkd.in/gaftAAxp 🔸AI+ Quantum -- A lethal combination 🔸The End of Programming as We Know It 🔸25 Ways Executives Should Think About AI 🔸Top Future Skills -- Skills Employers Will Value Most by 2030 🔸50 Top LLM Interview Questions 🔸Top 150 Python Questions with Answers Agentic AI Layers 🔸Become a GenAI Engineer 🔸12 important GenAI Concepts 🔸The role of AI & ML in PLM 🔸GenAI in Cybersecurity 🔸10 Machine Learning Frameworks You Should Know 🔸20 use cases of LLMs in Space Exploration 🔸Ultimate ChatGPT Cheat Sheet 🔸ChatGPT prompts -- Engineering Frameworks 🔸7 Habits of highly successful developers 🔸You can be a researcher outside academia 🔸ETL Vocabulary 🔸Living repository of AI literacy practice - EU 🔸eBook: Deep Learning with Python 🔸eBook: Deep Learning from Scratch 🔸eBook: Writing Scientific Research Articles 🔸Free eBook: Learn Python Programming 🔸Free eBook: Real-World Java 🔸Free eBook: Curiosity 🔸Free eBook: The Personal Branding Playbook 🔸eBook: Mathematics for Machine Learning 🔸eBook: Quantum Machine Learning 🔸eBook: Mastering Al Agents 🔸20 GenAI Projects 🔸Top 40 Websites to Download Research Papers for Free 🔸HRM-CSE/IT Information Resources WhatsApp Groups 🔸Infoquiz -- 250211 🔸Answers to Infoquiz -- 250201 Access the above 30 resources through https://lnkd.in/gaftAAxp ============================== ▶️Past Information Resources Posts =============================== 🔹IR-250211 -- https://lnkd.in/gaftAAxp 🔹IR-250201 -- https://lnkd.in/gJzMdf79 🔹IR-250121 -- https://lnkd.in/gV9n2r-M 🔹IR-250111 -- https://lnkd.in/gAKVQVAs 🔹IR-250101 -- https://lnkd.in/gwrjxK7a 🔹IR-241223 -- https://lnkd.in/g4p5xVaG 🔹IR-241210 -- https://lnkd.in/gBvbY4gU

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Digital library services
by Sridharan Velayutham 14 Feb '25

14 Feb '25

Hello Friends, Would like to know how extensive the digital library services are provided in the corporate libraries. Requesting the corporate librarians who provide this service to share their thoughts. If it is permissible, kindly share which digital library platform you have subscribed to and are using to provide the service to your library users. Thanks much in advance for your time and response. Best regards, Sridharan

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Press release: European Journal of Horticultural Science begins a new chapter in its publication history with CABI
by Maria Campbell 13 Feb '25

13 Feb '25

*With apologies for cross-posting* Dear colleagues, We would like to share some news about an exciting new publishing partnership between CABI and the International Society for Horticultural Science. The full press release is available here - https://www.cabidigitallibrary.org/do/10.5555/news-european-journal-horticu… - and an excerpt is included below. Thank you for your attention. Maria Campbell Marketing Manager, CABI ***** European Journal of Horticultural Science begins a new chapter in its publication history with CABI Wallingford, UK, 13 February 2025: CABI and the International Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS) are pleased to confirm the launch, on 1 January 2025, of European Journal of Horticultural Science (eJHS) on the CABI Digital Library. This marks the official start of a publication partnership between the two organizations, and the culmination of preparations for the launch throughout 2024. As part of the partnership, archive content for Fruits, The International Journal of Tropical and Subtropical Horticulture is also available on the CABI Digital Library. "I am delighted CABI's first journals society partnership is with the ISHS," commented Andy Robinson, Managing Director of CABI's Publishing and Knowledge Business. "It's such a good match both in terms of subject area, global reach, and a shared community-focused ethos encompassing research from low- and middle-income countries." [Continues] P Think Green - don't print this email unless you really need to ************************************************************************ The information contained in this e-mail and any files transmitted with it is confidential and is for the exclusive use of the intended recipient. If you are not the intended recipient please note that any distribution, copying or use of this communication or the information in it is prohibited. Whilst CAB International trading as CABI takes steps to prevent the transmission of viruses via e-mail, we cannot guarantee that any e-mail or attachment is free from computer viruses and you are strongly advised to undertake your own anti-virus precautions. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us by e-mail at helpdesk(a)cabi.org or by telephone on +44 (0)1491 829199 and then delete the e-mail and any copies of it. CABI is an International Organization recognised by the UK Government under Statutory Instrument 1982 No. 1071... **************************************************************************

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International Association of University Libraries IATUL Newsletter
by Dr. J. K. Vijayakumar 11 Feb '25

11 Feb '25

IATUL latest newsletter is available from https://www.iatul.org/news/latest-newsletters.html Some important news: New leadership for IATUL Save the Date: The 45th Annual Conference and General Assembly of IATUL will be held on 2-6 November 2025 in Shanghai, China. The program is being developed with the theme "Exploring Library Futures: Connection, Innovation and Impact". Call for papers, applications for travel grants and further details will be shared via IATUL social media channels and newsletter. Report on the 44th IATUL 2024 Conference held in Auckland, New Zealand: "A Celebration of Diversity and Inclusivity" is published. and more....... Dr. J. K. Vijayakumar , Associate Dean of Library and Learning Resources & Professor American University of Antigua Antigua, West Indies www. auamed. orglibrary. auamed. net Member, IATUL Board of Directors.

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IEEE CS Madras Mega ICT Quiz -- Call for Registration & Participation -- Explore & Experience the Exciting World of ICT at Rs. 50 and also Win Prizes & Gifts
by Mohan Hr 10 Feb '25

10 Feb '25

*IEEE CS Madras -- Mega ICT Quiz * IEEE Computer Society Madras Chapter is pleased to announce it's Mega ICT Quiz. About the Quiz: The IEEE Computer Society (CS) Madras Chapter is organizing a Mega ICT Quiz in a leadup to the 80th anniversary celebration of IEEE Computer Society which was founded in 1946. The Quiz will cover the Information and Communication Technology history, concepts, developments trends and current affairs. Who can participate: Students (College level and School level of 10th grade and above), Researchers, Faculty and Professionals can participate in the Quiz individually. Quiz Pattern: The Quiz will be conducted in four stages. Prelims, Zonal Orals (in 10-12 centres), Semifinal Orals (in 2 centres), and Final Orals (at Chennai). All Orals will be in various zonal locations in the IEEE Madras Geography. Certificate of Participation will be presented to all the participants of the online Prelims. Prizes Attractive Cash Prizes to all at Zonal, Semifinal & Final Orals. For toppers & 1st runner-ups (selectively), free ICT related books & subscription to periodicals will be presented. (Currently 12 gifts are available & more likely) Certificate of Appreciation to all the oral rounds participants. The student finalists will additionally get free one year membership in IEEE & IEEE CS. Registration Fee: Rs. 50 (fifty only) Register at https://bit.ly/ieeecs-ict-quiz-registration Tentative Dates Last date to Register: 22nd Feb 2025 Online Prelims: by end of Feb 2025 Zonal Orals: before end of Mar 2025 Semifinal Orals & Final Orals: mid Apr 2025 For additional details please visit Announcement & CFP: https://lnkd.in/gQG4t2SF Sponsors: https://lnkd.in/gYkwMU4Q Ref. Materials from the Sponsors: https://bit.ly/sponsors-ref-materials Takeaways: Certificates, Cash Prizes, Books and Subscriptions: https://lnkd.in/g8hHP9kq Contacts, Zonal Centres & Reps: https://lnkd.in/gf2byfg9 Registeration: https://bit.ly/ieeecs-ict-quiz-registration For Queries, Pl email at ieeecs.ictquiz(a)gmail.com Contact any one of the following, only through Whatsapp. Dr. S. Koteeswaran, 9884378785 Mr. H. R. Mohan, 9841432179 Sponsorship Opportunities are OPEN. For details of sponsorship opportunities and benefits, pl see https://infoforuse.blogspot.com/2025/01/ieee-cs-madras-mega-ict-quiz-2025.h… Those interested in supporting IEEE CS Madras in this Mega ICT Quiz initiative as sponsors, pl contact hrmohan.ieeecs(a)gmail.com

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Article required
by Gaurang Raval 07 Feb '25

07 Feb '25

Dear Sir/Madam Greetings from Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat One of our Faculty members is looking for the undermentioned article for his academic usage. Details: 1) https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/03071847.2023.2297600 It will be great if you can help us. [Email id: gaurang.raval(a)rru.ac.in] Thank you in advance Regards | सादर *Gaurang Raval *| *गौरांग रावल* Library & Information Officer | पुस्तकालय और सूचना अधिकारी *Rashtriya Raksha University India *| *राष्ट्रीय रक्षा विश्वविद्यालय भारत* Lavad - Dehgam, Gandhinagar – 382305 | लवाड - देहगाम, गांधीनगर - ३८२३०५ Gujarat, India | गुजरात, भारत Contact No: 8160885285; Ext. 41034 | संपर्क नंबर: ८१६०८८५२८५; इण्टरकॉम ४१०३४ https://rru.ac.in/mr-gaurang-raval/ RRU <https://rru.ac.in/>| Library <https://rru.ac.in/library-facilities/> | OPAC <https://opac.rru.ac.in/>| MyLOFT <https://www.myloft.xyz/>|Turnitin <https://rruniversity.turnitin.com/>

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IEEE CS Madras -- Mega ICT Quiz -- Call for Registration
by Mohan Hr 06 Feb '25

06 Feb '25

*IEEE CS Madras -- Mega ICT Quiz * IEEE Computer Society Madras Chapter is pleased to announce it's Mega ICT Quiz About the Quiz: The IEEE Computer Society (CS) Madras Chapter is organizing a Mega ICT Quiz in a leadup to the 80th anniversary celebration of IEEE Computer Society which was founded in 1946. The Quiz will cover the Information and Communication Technology history, concepts, developments trends and current affairs. Who can participate: Students (College level and School level of 10th grade and above), Researchers, Faculty and Professionals can participate in the Quiz individually. Quiz Pattern: The Quiz will be conducted in four stages. Prelims, Zonal Orals (in 10-12 centres), Semifinal Orals (in 2 centres), and Final Orals (at Chennai) . All Orals will be in various zonal locations in the IEEE Madras Geography. Certificate of Participation to all participant in the online Prelims. Prizes Attractive cash prizes to all at Zonal, Semifinal & Final Orals For toppers & 1st runner-ups (selectively), free ICT related books & subscription to periodicals will be presented. (Currently 12 gifts are available) Certificate of Appreciation to all the oral rounds participants. The student finalists will also get free one year membership in IEEE & IEEE CS. Registration Fee: Rs. 100 (one hundred) Register at https://bit.ly/ieeecs-ict-quiz-registration <https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/4272704394289533030/4080596489096111…> Tentative Dates Last date to Register: 22nd Feb 2025 Online Prelims: by end of Feb 2025 Zonal Orals: before end of Mar 2025 Semifinal Orals & Final Orals: mid Apr 2025 For additional details please visit Announcement & CFP: https://lnkd.in/gQG4t2SF <https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/4272704394289533030/4080596489096111…> Sponsors: https://lnkd.in/gYkwMU4Q <https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/4272704394289533030/4080596489096111…> Takeaways: Certificates, Cash Prizes, Books and Subscriptions: https://lnkd.in/g8hHP9kq <https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/4272704394289533030/4080596489096111…> Contacts & Zonal Centres & Reps: https://lnkd.in/gf2byfg9 <https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/4272704394289533030/4080596489096111…> Registeration: https://bit.ly/ieeecs-ict-quiz-registration <https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/4272704394289533030/4080596489096111…> For Queries Email at ieeecs.ictquiz(a)gmail.com <https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/4272704394289533030/4080596489096111…> Contact any one of the following by Whatsapp only Dr. S. Koteeswaran, 9884378785 Mr. H. R. Mohan, 9841432179 Sponsorship opportunities are available. Those interested in supporting this ICT Quiz initiative, pl contact hrmohan.ieeecs(a)gmail.com

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List check. Please disregard
by Mark 04 Feb '25

04 Feb '25

List check. Please disregard this test message. 08:40

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'Open-Access-in-India,' my personal journey
by Francis Jayakanth 04 Feb '25

04 Feb '25

Date: 03 Feb 2025 From: Subbiah Arunachalam subbiah.arunachalam(a)gmail.com Friends, Greetings from Chennai. About a year ago, Dr Abel Packer (SciELO and PAHO) requested me to contribute an account of my journey in (the advocacy and promotion of) Open Access for a book to be brought out as part of celebrating the 25th anniversary of SciELO, by far the most successful initiative from the global South in community-led STEM journal publishing. Together with Redalyc and CLACSO, SciELO has made a significant impact in the dissemination of knowledge in science and scholarship, especially in Ibero-America, playing, as it were, the role of a valiant David against the Goliath represented by the publishing oligarchy from the Global North and its an insatiable thirst for making publishing a perpetual moneymaking machine. The book entitled 'We So Loved Open Access' is now available as a hard copy and an e-book. https://doi.org/10.21452/abec.2023.isbn.978-65-993452-6-5 With best wishes, Subbiah Arunachalam

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Library Trainee vacancy at RRI, Bengaluru
by Library 04 Feb '25

04 Feb '25

Dear Professionals, Raman Research Institute invites applications for a Library Trainee (ONE) post. Job Description: The program offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience and practical knowledge in various library functions, encompassing a wide range of operations such as acquiring content (both print and digital), classification, cataloging, organizing information resources, document delivery services, digital information services, research support, processing research publications, managing research data, designing and developing information systems and services, and web-based information services, among others. Remuneration: A consolidated remuneration of Rs. 31,000 per month will be paid to the selected candidate. Essential Qualifications: The candidate must have a regular Master of Library and Information Science (MLISc) and a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. The candidate should have secured a minimum of 60% or equivalent in both degrees. Only those who have completed MLISc in 2023 and 2024 are eligible to apply. Desirable: The candidate should have excellent technical and communication skills. Upper Age Limit: The upper limit is 30 years as on the last date for closing of applications. The last date for receipt of applications is 03rd March 2025. Applications received after the last date will not be considered. Selection Procedure: A written test may be conducted only to shortlist candidates, and the final selection will be based on the candidate’s performance in the interview. Detailed Advertisement: [ https://www.rri.res.in/sites/default/files/inline-files/Advt_02_2025_0.pdf | https://www.rri.res.in/sites/default/files/inline-files/Advt_02_2025_0.pdf ] Online Application Link: [ http://rhino.rri.res.in/forms/lib_trainee_2025.php | http://rhino.rri.res.in/forms/lib_trainee_2025.php ] best regards Dr. Manjunath M RRI Library

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Information Resources -- IR --250201 & Forthcoming Events in Feb - Mar 2025
by Mohan Hr 03 Feb '25

03 Feb '25

============================= ▶️Information Resources -- 250201 ============================= Access the following 30 resources through https://lnkd.in/gJzMdf79 🔸Potential institutions in India for Summer Internship 🔸Tech mastery: 7 skills to dominate in an AI-driven workplace 🔸Guide: Cracking the Technical Interviews 🔸Is the DeepSeek Panic Overblown? 🔸Why I Use DeepSeek Despite Its Privacy and Censorship Issues 🔸2024: A Year of Computer Society Growth 🔸Comprehensive guide to Agentic AI 🔸AI Agent Technology Stack 🔸Agentic AI and Generative AI Projects 🔸Groundbreaking Advances in LLM 🔸The Rise of Generative Artificial Intelligence and Its Impact on Education: The Promises and Perils 🔸Overview of Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) Architectures 🔸AI Phishing Attacks Are Everywhere, and This Is How I Spot Them 🔸How to Download Your Gmail MBOX Data and What to Do With It 🔸Report: AI Business Trends 2025 🔸Report: Digital Economy Trends 2025 - A Blueprint for the future 🔸Financial Modeling Handbook 🔸eBook: Machine Learning A-Z -- guide for beginners 🔸eBook: DAX (Data Analysis Expression, a functional language) -- Zero to Developer 🔸Playbook: Rethinking RISK 🔸Free eBook: Managing Customer Experience and Relationships: A Strategic Framework, 4th Edition ($77.00 Value) 🔸Free eBook: A Beginner's Guide To Web Application Penetration Testing ($40.00 Value) 🔸Free eBook: AI Strategies for Web Development: Build next-gen, intelligent websites by unleashing AI's power in design, personalization, and ethics ($30.99 Value) 🔸Free eBook: The Ultimate Linux Newbie Guide 🔸Course Material: Neural Networks & Deep Learning 🔸Academic Success Toolkit: Elevate Your Research with these 200 tools 🔸Comparing Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis Techniques 🔸Websites (including funding info) for doing research in Sweden, Denmark, Norway and Finland 🔸Free resources for researchers from Elsevier Researcher Academy 🔸Art of Failing Forward -- Teenpreneurs View by Dr Madhan Kumar Srinivasan 🔸HRM-CSE/IT Information Resources WhatsApp Groups 🔸Infoquiz -- 250201 🔸Answers to Infoquiz -- 250121 Access the above information resources through https://lnkd.in/gJzMdf79 ===================================== ▶️Forthcoming Events during Feb - Mar 2025 ===================================== 5th Feb 2025 at 6.30 pm IST.Book release cum presentation on "Large Language Models: From Pedagogy to Research Frontiers". Register at https://bit.ly/web-250205-bk-rel-llms 7th Feb 2025 at 7.30 pm IST. Global Trade Driver (https://www.tgtd.biz) presents a webinar on "U.S. Visa Application Guidelines". Speakers: Mr K. Senthil Kumar, Managing Attorney, Murthy Immigration Services and Mr S. Narendra Kumar, Director, Apex Solutions, CII -AP Co-convener, Tech Adoption, Digital Transformation & Industry 4.0 Panel. Brochure at https://shorturl.at/VFgfK To register https://shorturl.at/MoRhm For assistance +91 97901 86633 28th Feb - 1st Mar 2025. Win prizes worth Rs. 5 lakhs. Participate in MTS TechSym and IEEE OES AUV Challenge at Indian Institute of Technology, Madras and National Institute of Ocean Technology. Brochure at https://lnkd.in/gmNtJvby Register at https://lnkd.in/ejGrjb9N *Deadline for Registration: 10th Feb 2025* 12th Feb 2025 at 4 pm IST. Webinar on "AI Tools for Business Process Automation and Ensuring 10X Business Growth". Register at https://bit.ly/web-250212-ai-tools-10x-growth 26th Feb 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar on "Computational Gastronomy: Blending Food with Artificial Intelligence". Register at https://bit.ly/web-250226-blend-food-ai 5th Mar 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar on "FlutterFlow: Visual Development Platform (for designing stunning apps, that scale as you grow)" Register at https://bit.ly/web-250305-flutter-low-code-tool 26th Mar 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar on "Revolutionizing Software Development (The Power of Generative AI and Agentic Systems)". Register at https://bit.ly/web-250326-sw-dev-genai-agents ===== Past Information Resources Posts IR-250121 -- https://lnkd.in/gV9n2r-M IR-250111 -- https://lnkd.in/gAKVQVAs IR-250101 -- https://lnkd.in/gwrjxK7a IR-241223 -- https://lnkd.in/g4p5xVaG IR-241210 -- https://lnkd.in/gBvbY4gU

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National Conference NCMLTS @ MAHE Bengaluru, 28-29 March'25
by Ishappa C Bandi [MAHE-BLR] 02 Feb '25

02 Feb '25

Dear Professionals, Greetings!! Please visit our conference website NCMLTS-2025 https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/ Click here to register for the NCMLTS: https://tinyurl.com/2v6b5krp Few updates from the NCMLTS Organizing Committee a) Our Speakers : https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/Speakers.aspx b) Accommodation: ACCOMMODATION.pdf<https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/docs/ACCOMMODATION.pdf> c) National Organizing Committee : https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/NatAdvCom.aspx Please send your full articles to - ncmlts.maheblr(a)manipal.edu<mailto:ncmlts.maheblr@manipal.edu> Click to know theme and subthemes: https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/CallForPapers.aspx Last Date to send articles: 15th February Confirmation of Acceptance: 20th February Join the NCMLTS Conference WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BxEwAkL11RJH4EmEg7tMNm Organizing Team | NCMLTS-2025 MAHE Bengaluru ishappa.bandi(a)manipal.edu<mailto:ishappa.bandi@manipal.edu> harish.ht(a)manipal.edu<mailto:harish.ht@manipal.edu> thippeswamy.k(a)manipal.edu<mailto:thippeswamy.k@manipal.edu> Thanks With Best Regards NCMLTS| Organizing Team Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) | Bengaluru (Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University) Conference Website: https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/ Article Submission: ncmlts.maheblr(a)manipal.edu Registration link: https://tinyurl.com/2v6b5krp ishappa.bandi(a)manipal.edu / thippeswamy.k(a)manipal.edu / harish.ht(a)manipal.edu ________________________________ Disclaimer: This email and any files transmitted with it are privileged and confidential material of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). They are intended to named recipient(s) only. If you are not the intended recipient of this message, please contact the sender and delete the message. This Email message including attachment(s), if any, is believed to be free of any virus. However, it is the responsibility of the recipient to ensure that it is virus-free, and MAHE accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising in any way from its use. Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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Information Resources -- 250121 & Forthcoming Events in Jan - Feb 2025.
by Mohan Hr 22 Jan '25

22 Jan '25

▶️Pl visit https://lnkd.in/gV9n2r-M to access the following 25 information sources 🔸Explore Beyond GenAI on the 2024 Hype Cycle for Artificial Intelligence 🔸Science behind Ekadashi. Embracing Vaikuntha Ekadashi for Professional Growth 🔸The House Task Force on Artificial Intelligence Final Report 🔸Environmental Cost of AI 🔸20 powerful ChatGPT prompts for problem solving 🔸Shining a Light on AI’s Dark Side 🔸AI-ML Lifecycle and Key Job Roles 🔸Choosing the Perfect AI/ML Framework for Your Project 🔸How AI Is Transforming The Ancient Art Of Fine Winemaking 🔸7 Game-Changing Legal Tech Trends That Will Transform Law Firms In 2025 🔸The AI Scientist: Towards Fully Automated Open-Ended Scientific Discovery 🔸Building Agentic Research Assistant that can semi automate the process of writing academic papers 🔸Facial Recognition -- A Comprehensive Guide 🔸eBook: Zefs Guide to Deep Learning 🔸eBook: Foundations of Large Language Models 🔸eBook: The Education Revolution Through Artificial Intelligence 🔸eBook: Prompts for Researchers 🔸Guide: DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act) in Control 🔸Four Free AI/ML books 🔸Free eBook: The Kubernetes Book: Navigate the world of Kubernetes with expertise , Second Edition ($39.99 Value) 🔸Guide: Microsoft Excel Advanced 🔸IEEE Tech4Good Projects Call for Proposals -- Project grants will be between US$1,000 and US$10,000 per project 🔸IIT Madras offers free online computer science courses on SWAYAM; apply now 🔸Free AI courses from Amazon 🔸HRM-CSE/IT Information Resources WhatsApp Groups 🔸Infoquiz -- 250121 🔸Answers to Infoquiz -- 250111 ▶️Forthcoming Events in Jan-Feb 2025 ================================ 🔹24th Jan 2025 at 3 pm IST. In-person event AI in Edge Computing - Trends, Opportunities and Challenges https://lnkd.in/g3UZgXkR 🔹29th Jan 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar on Artificial Intelligence & Responsible Autonomy https://lnkd.in/gAP2Wq-F 🔹5th Feb 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Book release cum presentation Large Language Models: From Pedagogy to Research Frontiers https://lnkd.in/g8wfvzZV 🔹12th Feb 2025 at 4 pm IST. Webinar on AI Tools for Business Process Automation and Ensuring 10X Business Growth https://lnkd.in/gc6xPqcC 🔹26th Feb 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar on Computational Gastronomy: Blending Food with Artificial Intelligence https://lnkd.in/gVdGcXMT For more details and links to the above information resources, pl visit https://lnkd.in/gV9n2r-M

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Survey on Subject Access in academic and research library catalogues
by Aida Slavic 21 Jan '25

21 Jan '25

Dear Colleague, We hope this message finds you well! We are conducting a survey to gather valuable insights on the use of controlled vocabularies in research and university libraries. Your opinions are important to us, and by participating, you will help us create guidelines for improving subject access in libraries' online information systems. The survey will take approximately 10 minutes to complete, and your responses will remain completely confidential. Your participation is entirely voluntary, but we would greatly appreciate your input. To participate, please follow the link below: forms.office.com/e/dyxG2jxAde <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/forms.office.com/e/dyxG2jxAde__;!!EDx7F7…> If you have any questions about the survey, feel free to contact us at d.haynes(a)napier.ac.uk <mailto:d.haynes@napier.ac.uk>. Thank you in advance for your time and valuable feedback. Sincerely, David Haynes d.haynes(a)napier.ac.uk <mailto:d.haynes@napier.ac.uk> on behalf of ISKO's Scientific and Technical Advisory Committee (stac(a)isko.org <mailto:stac@isko.org>) ====================== -- Dr. Aida Slavic, PhD Editor-in-Chief UDC Email:aida.slavic@udcc.org --- UDC Consortium PO Box 90407 2509 LK The Hague The Netherlands --- Web:http://www.udcc.org Email:mail@udcc.org

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Request for articles
by Naveen Kammar 20 Jan '25

20 Jan '25

Dear professionals, kindly send the following articles 1. 20 - Tribology of polymer gears: friction coefficient and wear https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-21457-8.00022-4 2. Load-bearing analysis of polymer nanocomposite gears using a temperature-based step loading technique: Experimental and numerical study https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wear.2022.204595 3. 2 - Basic characteristics of polymers for polymer-based gear https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-21457-8.00002-9 -- Naveen Kammar Dharwad +91-9742938979

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Article required
by Gaurang Raval 16 Jan '25

16 Jan '25

Dear Sir/Madam Greetings from RRU Gandhinagar One of our Library Patrons is looking for the under-mentioned Article for his academic study. Details: Title: Measuring Pedophilic Sexual Interest Authors: Joana Carvalho, John Bradford, Lisa Murphy, Peer Briken, Paul Fedoroff Journal: The Journal of Sexual Medicine DOI: 10.1016/j.jsxm.2019.12.008 Publisher: Oxford University Press It will be great if you can help us. [email id: gaurang.raval(a)rru.ac.in] Thank you in advance Regards | सादर *Gaurang Raval *| *गौरांग रावल* Library & Information Officer | पुस्तकालय और सूचना अधिकारी *Rashtriya Raksha University India *| *राष्ट्रीय रक्षा विश्वविद्यालय भारत* Lavad - Dehgam, Gandhinagar – 382305 | लवाड - देहगाम, गांधीनगर - ३८२३०५ Gujarat, India | गुजरात, भारत Contact No: 8160885285; Ext. 41034 | संपर्क नंबर: ८१६०८८५२८५; इण्टरकॉम ४१०३४ https://rru.ac.in/mr-gaurang-raval/ RRU <https://rru.ac.in/>| Library <https://rru.ac.in/library-facilities/> | OPAC <https://opac.rru.ac.in/>| MyLOFT <https://www.myloft.xyz/>|Turnitin <https://rruniversity.turnitin.com/>

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by LibAuto1 14 Jan '25

14 Jan '25

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Forthcoming Events & Information Resources -- 250111
by Mohan Hr 11 Jan '25

11 Jan '25

*In**formation Resources -- 250111* *Forthcoming Events * 24th Jan 2025 at 3 pm IST. In-person event ORSI Chennai, IEEE CS Madras, CSI Chennai cordially invite you to a presentation on "AI in Edge Computing -- Trends, Opportunities and Challenges" by Dr J Sheeba Rani, Associate Prof., Dept of Avionics, Indian Inst of Space Science & Technology, Thiruvananthapuram. Date & Time: 24th Jan 2025 at 3 pm IST Venue: 2nd Floor, University Library, Anna University, Chennai - 25 While the event is free to attend, registration is a must for logistics. Register at https://tinyurl.com/yke8s5b9 ===== 29th Jan 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar CSI, IEEE CS & ACM present the webinar on "Artificial Intelligence & Responsible Autonomy" by Dr. Srinath Srinivasa, Prof., and Dean (R&D), Web Science Lab, Indian Institute of Information Technology, Bangalore. PDF invite at https://bit.ly/web-250129-ai-responsible-autonomy-invite Register at https://bit.ly/web-250129-ai-responsible-autonomy ===== 5th Feb 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Book Release cum Presentation on LLMs IEEE CS Madras, CSI Chennai and ACM Chennai cordially invite you for the release of the book "Introduction to Large Language Models" Dr. Partha Pratim Chakrabarti, Prof., Dept of CSE & Former Director, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur has kindly consented to release the book, felicitate the author and address the participants Following the book release, Dr. Tanmoy Chakraborty, Associate Professor, Dept. of EE & School of AI, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, Rajiv Khemani Young Faculty Chair Professor in AI & Author of the book getting released will make a presentation on "Large Language Models: From Pedagogy to Research Frontiers" Date & Time: Wednesday, 5th Feb 2025 at 6.30 pm IST PDF invite at https://bit.ly/web-250205-bk-rel-llms-invite Register at https://bit.ly/web-250205-bk-rel-llms ===== 12th Feb 2025 at 4 pm IST. Webinar HCC, IEEE CS Madras, CSI Chennai & ACM Chennai cordially invite you to a webinar on "AI Tools for Business Process Automation and Ensuring 10X Business Growth" by Dr. Suresh Kannaiyan, Founder, Menmozhi Technologies Pvt Ltd. PDF invite at https://bit.ly/web-250212-ai-tools-10x-growth-invite Register at https://bit.ly/web-250212-ai-tools-10x-growth ===== Visit https://infoforuse.blogspot.com/2025/01/ir-250111-20-hrm-cseit-information.… to access the information related to the following 25 resources Report: AI's Environmental Footprint Five AI Trends in 2025 The Read Write Own Manifesto Top 25 AI Agents Paper LCMs Vs LLMs 24 of our (Google) favorite AI tips from 2024 AI & Automation Skills that are must in 2025 RAG Vs GAG Exploring the world of Deep Learning -- excellent presentation from MIT Over 100 GenAI use cases Free resources for PhD students from Elsevier GroverGPT -- LLM for quantum search TCS is offering free data analytics courses in 2025 Primer: Evolution & Impact of Al Agents Online Book: Interpretable Machine Learning eBook: Foundations of Machine Learning - Lecture Notes eBook: Basics of Linear Algebra for Machine Learning eBook: Mathematics for Machine Learning eBook: Introduction to Statistical Analysis Free eBook: Deep Learning For Dummies ($21.00 Value) Free dissertation / thesis databases eBook: CEO's guide to Generative AI This Is Your Body on Sugar Vedic Bharat Calendar HRM-CSE/IT Information Resources WhatsApp Groups Infoquiz -- 250111 Answers to Infoquiz -- 250101 Visit https://infoforuse.blogspot.com/2025/01/ir-250111-20-hrm-cseit-information.… to access the information related to the following 25 resources

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Universities with publication metrics researchers say are too good to be true
by Subbiah Arunachalam 11 Jan '25

11 Jan '25

Friends, Please see the article "The 14 universities with publication metrics researchers say are too good to be true", published in *Retraction Watch. *Here is the link: *https://retractionwatch.com/2025/01/10/bibliometrics-universities-publication-metrics-authorship/ <https://retractionwatch.com/2025/01/10/bibliometrics-universities-publicati…>.* Here is an excerpt giving information on five institutions in India. UniversityArticles published, 2019Articles published, 2023% change Chandigarh University, Punjab, India 362 2,281 530 GLA University, Bharthia, India 259 1,521 487 Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, India 847 2,219 162 Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, India 1,984 3,959 100 University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Uttarakhand, India 307 1,557 407 Should not UGC and the Ministry of Education investigate and take action , if needed? Should not our funding agencies such as DST, DBT and CSIR look into the publications of their fundees in these institutions? Have some Indian scientists lent their names (as honorary authors) to papers written from some of the universities in the Middle East listed in this paper? Their participation may be looked into by the ethical committees of our Science Academies and UGC. Could the impact of ranking agencies such as THE, QS and NIRF and the use of metrics by all and sundry without proper understanding of how to use them intelligently be the reasons for the proliferation of such practices ? Worth investigating. With warm regards, Subbiah Arunachalam http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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Koha online workshop
by LibAuto1 11 Jan '25

11 Jan '25

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3-day national online workshop—Book Publishing Made Easy: A Workshop for Teachers and Researchers
by Vimal Kumar V. 06 Jan '25

06 Jan '25

Join the 3-day national online workshop—Book Publishing Made Easy: A Workshop for Teachers and Researchers—and discover how to confidently prepare, publish, and promote your book across digital and print platforms. Organisers: * Postgraduate & Research Department of Commerce, Bishop Abraham Memorial College, Thuruthicad * Research Committee, Sree Narayana College, Nattika * Lore & Ed Research Associates. Kottayam Register here: https://learn.loreanded.com/courses/Book-Publishing-Made-Easy-Skill-Buildin… What You’ll Gain: ✅ Understand self-publishing essentials (ISBN, copyright, Creative Commons) ✅ Master manuscript formatting for eBooks and paperbacks ✅ Learn cover design strategies that make your book stand out ✅ Explore top self-publishing platforms (Amazon KDP, Pothi, NotionPress) ✅ Get insider marketing tips to maximize impact and reach Workshop Details: 🗓 Dates: 8-10 January 2025 ⏰ Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (IST) 💻 Venue: Zoom 💰 Fee: ₹299 Make this the moment you take your academic and creative ideas from manuscript to marketplace. Reserve your spot now and elevate your publishing journey! -- *Vimal Kumar V., PhD* Reference Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala-686560 ------------------------------------------ My Home page:www.vimalkumar.info My Blogs:linuxhalwa.blogspot.com kohageek.blogspot.com moovandan.blogspot.com ----------------------------------------------------------- *"The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." Alvin Toffler*

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National Conference on “ Envisioning the Future: AI Tools for Libraries ” on 20th & 21st February 2025.
by Dr.Mallikarjun Bachalapur 06 Jan '25

06 Jan '25

Request the moderator to release the information for library professionals Dear Professionals, Greetings from DMCRC Library, It is immense pleasure to inform that, Library and Information Centre of Dnyanprassarak Mandal’s College and Research Centre in collaboration with the Directorate of Higher Education, Govt. of Goa is organizing a National Conference on “ Envisioning the Future: AI Tools for Libraries ” on 20th & 21st February 2025. Kindly register and share this message with your professional friends, students and colleagues. Registration Link: https://forms.gle/nVQYG9aDgEFmo4Fe9 For more information: Dr. Jayaprakash, Organising Secretary / Librarian, Dnyanprassarak Mandal’s College and Research Centre, Assagao, Bardez, Goa. Ph: 9421150019 Dr. Umesh Gawas, Joint Organising Secretary, Dnyanprassarak Mandal’s College and Research Centre, Assagao, Bardez, Goa. We appreciate your positive support and participation in this insightful and knowledge-gaining event.Request Re Thank you, -- Dr. M M Bachalapur Ph.D Chief Librarian BLDEA'S Dr.P.G.Halakatti College of Engineering and Technology Ashram Road, VIJAYAPUR-586103 Mob: 9740016911 ORCID ID:0000-0003-2402-2477

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Articles required
by Gaurang Raval 06 Jan '25

06 Jan '25

Dear Sir/Madam Greetings from Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat One of our Library Patrons is looking for under listed Articles for academic usage. Details: 1. https://europepmc.org/article/med/3499088 2. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.2466/pr0.1999.84.1.291 It will be great if you can help us. [Email id: gaurang.raval(a)rru.ac.in] Thank you in advance Regards | सादर *Gaurang Raval *| *गौरांग रावल* Library & Information Officer | पुस्तकालय और सूचना अधिकारी *Rashtriya Raksha University India *| *राष्ट्रीय रक्षा विश्वविद्यालय भारत* Lavad - Dehgam, Gandhinagar – 382305 | लवाड - देहगाम, गांधीनगर - ३८२३०५ Gujarat, India | गुजरात, भारत Contact No: 8160885285; Ext. 41034 | संपर्क नंबर: ८१६०८८५२८५; इण्टरकॉम ४१०३४ https://rru.ac.in/mr-gaurang-raval/ RRU <https://rru.ac.in/>| Library <https://rru.ac.in/library-facilities/> | OPAC <https://opac.rru.ac.in/>| MyLOFT <https://www.myloft.xyz/>|Turnitin <https://rruniversity.turnitin.com/>

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SDSTLISER 2025 - National Conference@BHC, Tiruchirappalli - Invitation
by Dr. Yesan S (DLIS) 05 Jan '25

05 Jan '25

Dear LIS Colleagues, Greetings from the Department of Library and Information Science, Bishop Heber College, Tiruchirappalli! We are indeed pleased to announce that our department, in collaboration with the Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS), is organizing a Two-Day National Conference on *"Sustainable Development Strategies for the Transformation of LIS Education and Research"* on 28th February and 1st March 2025. The conference will focus on transforming LIS Education and Research. As educators and practitioners in this vital field, we share the responsibility of revamping LIS curricula and bridging the gap between LIS schools and Learning Resource Centres. This initiative aims to address contemporary challenges and foster meaningful discussions to shape the future of LIS education and research. We would like to invite you to participate in the conference and contribute papers on the main theme and its sub-themes outlined in the brochure I've attached. Your presence and scholarly contributions will undoubtedly enrich the deliberations and help us make impactful decisions for the transformation of LIS Education and Research in the future. We are excited to see you participate in the conference. Please share this announcement with your departmental and college librarian colleagues. We appreciate your support. Thanking you, Sincerely, *Dr. R. Selvaraj* *Organising Secretary BHC-LIST 2025, SDSTLISER* *DLIS, Bishop Heber College* *Tiruchirappalli – 620017* *Tamil Nadu* *Dr. S. Yesan* *Joint-Organising Secretary* *BHC-LIST 2025, SDSTLISER* *DLIS, Bishop Heber College* *Tiruchirappalli – 620017* *Tamil Nadu* *Dr. Yesan Sellan, * *MLISc., PGDLAN, BCS., UGC-NET., PhD* *(Strategic | Learner | Achiever | Responsibility | Intellection)* Assistant Professor, PG and Research Department of Library and Information Science Bishop Heber College, Puthur PO, Trichy - 620017, INDIA Mobile: 91-9972348251 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0501-5661 https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-yesan-sellan-01230336/ -----------------------------------------------IMPORTANT------------------------------------------------------------------------- This message is intended only for the addressee. It may contain confidential information. Any unauthorized disclosure is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please notify us immediately so that we may correct our internal records. Please then delete the original message. Thank you

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National Conference on Transforming Accreditation: Synergy between Libraries, Technology and Academic Excellence’ to be held on 23rd - 24th MAY, 2025.
by Shekar H P 04 Jan '25

04 Jan '25

Dear Moderator, Please circulate to the forum Members. *Dear Forum Members, * Learning Resource Centre, JAIN (Deemed to-be University) is pleased to announce *‘National Conference on Transforming Accreditation: Synergy between Libraries, Technology and Academic Excellence’ to be held on 23*rd* - 24*th* MAY, 2025* at JAIN (Deemed to-be University) Sheshadri Road, Gandhinagar, Bangalore-560009. The two-day conference brings together experts, key speakers, delegates from academia and industry, panel members for more discussions and deliberations on various topics. *Who can Participate* - Library Professionals / Scientists - Library and Information Science Faculties - Computer Science Students /Faculties - Academicians - Research Scholars and Students of any discipline - Knowledge Management Professionals - Professional Associations, - Educationists and Policy Makers - Publishers, Information Providers and exhibitors *Call For Papers : * Prospective authors are invited to contribute research papers in the line of sub themes of the conference which will be published with ISBN. High quality papers will be submitted to all indexing platforms. The paper submitted would be peer reviewed and published in Scopus Indexed and UGC CARE listed journals with the maximum of three authors. The publication charges for the research papers selected for such journals will be communicated to the respective authors. The papers may be sent to the email: *seminars.desk(a)jainuniversity.ac.in* <seminars.desk(a)jainuniversity.ac.in> *Main Themes of the Conference *(Sub themes will be notified along with the brochure shortly) 1. Innovative Library Resources for Academic Excellence 2. Library Services and Accreditation Standards 3. Library Management and Infrastructure 4. Digital Libraries and Technology Integration 5. Assessment and Evaluation of Library Impact 6. Library-Faculty Collaboration for Academic Success 7. Library Outreach and Community Engagement 8. Future Trends and Innovations in Library Services *Important Dates* Full Paper submission deadline : 1st March, 2025 Acceptance of full Paper :15th March, 2025 Last date for Author Registration:10th April, 2025 Conference Date :23rd - 24th MAY, 2025 *Registration:* Registration without Accommodation Corporates ₹ 3500/- Library Professionals/ Academicians/ ₹ 2500/- Students/ Research Scholars (Full time only) ₹ 1500/- *Accommodation Extra:* Registration Fee includes Food, Conference Kit & Volume. Trial Version of EBSCo & Magzter will be provided to Registered participants. Participants can remit the registration fee by Bank Transfer to the given bank details. *Click here for Registration*: https://forms.gle/g9fDRRgh9BuJPS66A *Note:* After remittance, kindly email the acknowledgement to *seminars.desk(a)jainuniversity.ac.in <seminars.desk(a)jainuniversity.ac.in>* *Bank Details:* Bank of Maharashtra Branch : J P Nagar 6th Phase Bangalore Account Name : Jain University Account No : 60143268072 IFSC Code : MAHB0001155 MICR Code : 560014013 Thank you with best regards Mr. Prithviraj Conference Convener Dr. Shekar H P Conference Chair, Librarian and Area Head, JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) Bangalore-560009 www.jainuniversity.ac.in

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Sad demise
by Yalagouda M Patil 04 Jan '25

04 Jan '25

Dear Friends: Today morning I received sad news of passing away of Dr. P S G Kumar, former Librarian and Head of LIS Dept. This is a great loss to the LIS profession. Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family We pray to the Almighty for his noble soul to rest eternal peace. I personally lost a great friend, philosopher and wonderful guide. Dr. Y. M. Patil Read. Librarian, RRI, Bengaluru.

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Two-day National Conference (NCMLTS-25) at MAHE Bengaluru, 28-29 March'25
by Ishappa C Bandi [MAHE-BLR] 04 Jan '25

04 Jan '25

Dear Professionals, WISHING YOU HAPPY & PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR 2025! The MAHE Bengaluru Central Library is organizing a Two-Day National Conference on Modern Library Technologies and Services (NCMLTS-2025) with the theme 'Innovations & Integrations for the Next Generation Libraries'. This conference will be held from 28-29 March 2025 at our sprawling green MAHE Bengaluru Campus. We invite you to participate and present your research articles at this conference. You will also be able to connect with LIS professionals, ideas, and good practices from all over India. Article Submission: Please send your research articles to ncmlts.maheblr(a)manipal.edu<mailto:ncmlts.maheblr@manipal.edu> Note: Selected articles will be published in Scopus/WoS Indexed Journals/proceedings; a separate editorial review will be done after the conference. More details on NCMLTS-2025 Website: https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/ Important Dates: Conference Dates: March 28-29, 2025 Deadline for Full Paper Submission: February 28, 2025 Notification of Acceptance of paper: March 05, 2025 Last date for Registration: March 10, 2025 Looking forward to seeing you all at NCMLTS-2025 Thanks With best regards Dr.Ishappa C Bandi Convener | NCMLTS 2025 Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), (Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University) Govindapura, Yelahanka, Bengaluru 560063, Karnataka, India website- https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/ ________________________________ Disclaimer: This email and any files transmitted with it are privileged and confidential material of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). They are intended to named recipient(s) only. If you are not the intended recipient of this message, please contact the sender and delete the message. This Email message including attachment(s), if any, is believed to be free of any virus. However, it is the responsibility of the recipient to ensure that it is virus-free, and MAHE accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising in any way from its use. Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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Arun needs the full text of a presentation he made in 2004(?) at ASIS&T
by Subbiah Arunachalam 03 Jan '25

03 Jan '25

Friends, Please do me a favour. Here is the abstract of a paper I presented at Proceedings of the American Society for Information Science and Technology <https://asistdl.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/15508390> sometime in 2004 (?). Please see https://asistdl.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/meet.1450400162. At that time, I was volunteering with M S Swaminathan Research Institute, Chennai, essentially working in the area of ICT4D. The only other speaker at the ASIST event I knew was Dr Paul Uhlir, who was with the US National Academy of Sciences, Washington DC. *Subbiah Arunachalam:* *Ethical, Social, Political, Legal, and Economic Issues and Impacts of the Shrinking Public Domain for Developing Countries* We are moving into a knowledge economy in which information is becoming a major source of power. Having and knowing how to use information effectively make all the difference, be it in making a kill in the stock market, producing drugs and pharmaceuticals, weapons that can rake in huge profits, or even acquiring superpower status and dominating the world. One of the most distressing developments of the modern world is the privatization of research by companies small and big at the cost of public good research. Every conceivable development – be it a new drug or new ways of communicating – is now patented and kept away from free and open access. In many conferences held in the USA, members and fellows who are foreign citizens are not allowed to attend certain sessions. The most widespread discrimination is in the matter of access to published information by pricing it out of reach of the developing world. In crucial areas like food and nutrition (agriculture), health care, and computing, privatization of public knowledge is exacerbating the divide between the rich and the poor, which, if it continues for long and crosses a threshold, might lead to undesirable consequences. *** I want the full text of the paper. I do not remember where this event was held (probably 2004). I will be grateful for your help. With warm regards, Subbiah Arunachalam http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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Two-Day National Conference NCMLTS-2025 at MAHE Bengaluru 28-29 Mar'25
by Ishappa C Bandi [MAHE-BLR] 03 Jan '25

03 Jan '25

Dear Members, Greetings!! HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR 2025 The MAHE Bengaluru Central Library is organizing a Two-Day National Conference on Modern Library Technologies and Services (NCMLTS-2025) with the theme 'Innovations & Integrations for the Next Generation Libraries'. This conference will be held from 28-29 March 2025 at our sprawling green MAHE Bengaluru Campus. We invite you to participate and present your research articles at this conference. You will also be able to connect with LIS professionals, ideas, and good practices from all over India. Article Submission: Please send your research articles to ncmlts.maheblr(a)manipal.edu<mailto:ncmlts.maheblr@manipal.edu> Note: Selected articles will be published in Scopus/WoS Indexed Journals/proceedings; a separate editorial review will be done after the conference. More details on NCMLTS-2025 Website: https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/ Important Dates: * Conference Dates: March 28-29, 2025 * Deadline for Full paper Submission: February 28, 2025 * Notification of Acceptance of paper: March 05, 2025 * Last date for Registration: March 10, 2025 Looking forward to seeing you all at NCMLTS-2025 Thanks With best regards Dr.Ishappa C Bandi Convener | NCMLTS 2025 Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), (Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University) Govindapura, Yelahanka, Bengaluru 560063, Karnataka, India website- https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/ Email: ncmlts.maheblr(a)manipal.edu/<mailto:ncmlts.maheblr@manipal.edu/> ishappa.bandi(a)manipal.edu<mailto:ishappa.bandi@manipal.edu> ________________________________ Disclaimer: This email and any files transmitted with it are privileged and confidential material of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). They are intended to named recipient(s) only. If you are not the intended recipient of this message, please contact the sender and delete the message. This Email message including attachment(s), if any, is believed to be free of any virus. However, it is the responsibility of the recipient to ensure that it is virus-free, and MAHE accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising in any way from its use. Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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Two-Day National Conference at MAHE Bengaluru Campus from 28-29 March 2025
by Francis Jayakanth 03 Jan '25

03 Jan '25

From: ishappa.bandi(a)manipal.edu Date: 02 January 2025 Dear All, Greetings!! The MAHE Bengaluru Central Library is organizing a Two-Day National Conference on Modern Library Technologies and Services (NCMLTS-2025) with the theme ‘Innovations & Integrations for the Next Generation Libraries’. This conference will be held from 28-29 March 2025 at our sprawling green MAHE Bengaluru Campus. We invite you to participate and present your research articles at this conference. You will also be able to connect with LIS professionals, ideas, and good practices from all over India. Article Submission: Please send your research articles to ncmlts.maheblr(a)manipal.edu Note: Selected articles will be published in Scopus/WoS Indexed Journals/proceedings; a separate editorial review will be done after the conference. More details on NCMLTS-2025 Website: https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/ Important Dates: Conference Dates: March 28-29, 2025 Deadline for Full Paper Submission: February 28, 2025 Notification of Acceptance of paper: March 05, 2025 Last date for Registration: March 10, 2025 Looking forward to seeing you all at NCMLTS-2025 Thanks With best regards Dr.Ishappa C Bandi Convener | NCMLTS 2025 Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), (Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University) Govindapura, Yelahanka, Bengaluru 560063, Karnataka, India website- https://conference.manipal.edu/NCMLTS2025/

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Registration for Special Lecture on "From Taxonomies to Ontologies" by Heather Hedden
by Nabina Khamaru 02 Jan '25

02 Jan '25

Dear Members, We are pleased to announce a special lecture jointly organized by the Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC), Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Centre, and the International Society for Knowledge Organization (India Chapter). The lecture titled "From Taxonomies to Ontologies" will be delivered by Heather Hedden, Hedden Information Management, Carlisle, MA, USA. *Topic: **"From Taxonomies to Ontologies"* *Speaker: Heather Hedden <https://www.linkedin.com/in/hedden/>* *Abstract: * Taxonomies and ontologies each have their own distinctive benefits. However, uses often overlap. Especially when the goals are improved enterprise information with excellent data findability, analysis, and linking. Fortunately, most currently used taxonomies and ontologies are built on the same basic data model standard - the RDF (Resource Description Framework). Consequently, whether or not taxonomies and ontologies are extended in accordance with other standards they can still easily be connected in the same implementation or wider project. While the technology is not a challenge, what is still needed is a more comprehensive understanding by stakeholders (including subject matter experts) on how, conceptually, to connect taxonomies and ontologies and to extend a taxonomy to have ontology features. *Event details:* *Date*: Tuesday, 14 January 2025 *Time*: 3:00 PM (IST) *Venue*: PJ Auditorium, Indian Statistical Institute *How to Register?* Registration for the lecture is now open. Kindly complete your registration by filling out the following Google Form: *Lecture Registration <https://forms.gle/9E1bfeQLnUWTuzg9A>* We encourage you to secure your spot for this event at the earliest. Please confirm your participation to avoid missing out on this opportunity to engage with global community experts. *Registration Closes by 12 January 2025.* We believe this lecture will be an enriching experience for scholars, practitioners, and professionals in the fields of knowledge organization, information science, enterprise data management, and related domains. We look forward to your response and participation in the event. Presides Dr. Biswanath Dutta Head and Associate Professor DRCT, ISI Bangalore Centre

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BharatSim: An agent-based modelling framework for India | PLOS Computational Biology
by madhan muthu 01 Jan '25

01 Jan '25

https://journals.plos.org/ploscompbiol/article?id=10.1371/journal.pcbi.1012… BharatSim is an open-source agent-based modelling framework for the Indian population. It can simulate populations at multiple scales, from small communities to states. BharatSim uses a synthetic population created by applying statistical methods and machine learning algorithms to survey data from multiple sources, including the Census of India, the India Human Development Survey, the National Sample Survey, and the Gridded Population of the World.

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Forthcoming Events & Information Resources -- 250101 -- IRAI -- 250101
by Mohan Hr 01 Jan '25

01 Jan '25

Wishing you all a happy prosperous healthy and safe new year 2025 Visit https://infoforuse.blogspot.com/2025/01/ir-250101-10-hrm-cseit-information.… to access the information related to the following 30+ resources. Information Resources -- 250101 ============================ 8th Jan 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar IEEE CS, CSI & ACM present the webinar on "Quantum Software Development Life Cycle" Dr. Rajiv Chopra, Associate Prof., CSE, Guru Tegh Bahadur Institute of Technology, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi & Author of the book "Quantum Computing Techniques (Theory & Practice)". PDF invite at https://bit.ly/web-250108-qsdlc-invite Register at https://bit.ly/web-250108-qsdlc ===== 29th Jan 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar CSI, IEEE CS & ACM present the webinar on "Artificial Intelligence & Responsible Autonomy" by Dr. Srinath Srinivasa, Prof., and Dean (R&D), Web Science Lab, Indian Institute of Information Technology, Bangalore. PDF invite at https://bit.ly/web-250129-ai-responsible-autonomy-invite Register at https://bit.ly/web-250129-ai-responsible-autonomy ===== TechDivathon - 2025: 24 hours women centered national level technical event Panimalar Engineering College (PEC), Jaisakthi Educational Trust, an autonomous institution affiliated with Anna University, Chennai, announces TechDivathon 2025—India's first exclusive 24-hour women-centered technical event scheduled from 10 am on 3rd Feb 2025 to 10 am on 4th Feb 2025 at Chennai. This event is organised in association with IEEE Madras Section, IEEE Computer Society & Women In Engineering Affinity Group. The registration is open from 1st Jan 2025. For more details pl see Website at: https://techdivathon.vercel.app/ Brochure at: https://bit.ly/td-2025 or at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IjXEHlrozKdbg5Bh7Gs6ievgs82hUIZ6/view?usp=… Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScm9B37WMP-2rXNrwNx0DGe9uRN6j9PPQi… ===== Visit https://infoforuse.blogspot.com/2025/01/ir-250101-10-hrm-cseit-information.… to access the information related to the following 30 resources. The Top 8 Computing Stories of 2024 from IEEE Spectrum The Top 10 Telecommunications Stories of 2024 from IEEE Spectrum The Top 8 Consumer Electronics Stories of 2024 from IEEE Spectrum 10 must read LLM papers for every AI enthusiast Report: The Rise of AI Robots eBook: Full Stack Web Development ($54.99 Value) Amazon Machine Learning Guide eBook: Introduction to Cyber Security eBook: Deep Learning eBook: Information Security Manual eBook: Risk Management Maturity eBook: AI for Data Science eBook: Approaching any Machine Learning Problem eBook: Analysing Qualitative Data White paper: Ethics in Action Agentic AI -- the new frontier in GenAI AI Governance in 2024: a year in review How to choose the right tech stack for DevOps? AI Assessment Tools for Educators Data Science Roadmap GenAI Developer Roadmap 2025 Learning path to become a Data Scientist in 2025 10 use cases of RAG accross different industries A Brief History of Free, Open Source Software and Its Communities The Top 10 Transportation Stories of 2024 from IEEE Spectrum The Top 10 Energy Stories of 2024 from IEEE Spectrum The Top 10 Climate Tech Stories of 2024 from IEEE Spectrum 14 Conferences for Data Science Professionals (in Person and Virtual) HRM-CSE/IT Information Resources WhatsApp Groups Infoquiz -- 250101 Answers to Infoquiz -- 241223 Visit https://infoforuse.blogspot.com/2025/01/ir-250101-10-hrm-cseit-information.… to access the information related to the above 30 resources.

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How a food crisis in India fed America's library collections
by Subbiah Arunachalam 31 Dec '24

31 Dec '24

Friends, Here is an interesting article from BBC that deserves to be shared widely among Indian librarians, esp. academic and research librarians. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cevj80gld7do Ms Ananya Vajpayee, currently with CSDS, Delhi, was a Ph D student at the University of Chicago, where the great A K Ramanujan was heading the Centre for South Asian Studies and Mr James Nye was heading the South Asia Collection in the library, in 1996. In an interview she gave a few days ago to Mr Soutik Biswas, BBC's India correspondent, and author of this essay, she says, "At the Regenstein Library, I never failed to find the books I needed or get them quickly if they weren't already there." "The books are safe, valued, accessible and used. I've visited libraries, archives and institutions in every part of India and the story in our country is universally dismal. Here they were lost or destroyed or neglected or very often made inaccessible." Shouldn't we, members of the LIS profession, act immediately and make our libraries as user friendly and welcoming as the Regenstein Library in Chicago and other academic libraries in the West? With warm regards and best wishes for a happy, productive and satisfying New Year. Arun [Subbiah Arunachalam]

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Articles required
by Gaurang Raval 26 Dec '24

26 Dec '24

Dear Sir/Madam Greetings from Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat One of our Library Patrons is looking under listed Articles for academic purposes. Details: 1. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/2455328X221136385 2. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/2455328X231168782 3. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/2455328X231186255 4. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/03071847.2015.1079068 It will be great if you can help us. [email id: gaurang.raval(a)rru.ac.in] Thank you in advance Regards | सादर *Gaurang Raval *| *गौरांग रावल* Library & Information Officer | पुस्तकालय और सूचना अधिकारी *Rashtriya Raksha University India *| *राष्ट्रीय रक्षा विश्वविद्यालय भारत* Lavad - Dehgam, Gandhinagar – 382305 | लवाड - देहगाम, गांधीनगर - ३८२३०५ Gujarat, India | गुजरात, भारत Contact No: 8160885285; Ext. 41034 | संपर्क नंबर: ८१६०८८५२८५; इण्टरकॉम ४१०३४ https://rru.ac.in/mr-gaurang-raval/ RRU <https://rru.ac.in/>| Library <https://rru.ac.in/library-facilities/> | OPAC <https://opac.rru.ac.in/>| MyLOFT <https://www.myloft.xyz/>|Turnitin <https://rruniversity.turnitin.com/>

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Gentle Reminder Re: Registration for SemTech2025 – Transforming Library Data into Global Knowledge
by Debanjali Bain 25 Dec '24

25 Dec '24

*************************Apologies for cross-posting***************************** Dear Colleagues, The deadline for SemTech2025 <https://drtc.isibang.ac.in/semtech2025/> registration is fast approaching, and only a few seats remain available. To register, please visit: https://drtc.isibang.ac.in/semtech2025/registration *Important Dates*: *Registration Opening Date*: December 2, 2024 *Registration Closing Date*: January 1, 2025 *Workshop Dates*: January 22–24, 2025 We look forward to seeing you at the workshop! If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at semtech.drtc(a)gmail.com or bisu(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in. Sincerely, Biswanath -- Dr. Biswanath Dutta, Ph.D. Head and Associate Professor Indian Statistical Institute Documentation Research and Training Centre 8th Mile Mysore Road R. V. College Post Bangalore - 560059 INDIA Email: bisu(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in dutta2005(a)gmail.com Mobile phone no.: +91 94825 43243 Homepage: https://sites.google.com/view/bdutta <https://sites.google.com/site/dutta2005/home> GoogleScholar profile: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=yhPNpzIAAAAJ ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3059-8202

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Makiing Indian research immediate non-APC OA
by Kailash Garg 24 Dec '24

24 Dec '24

This concerns Professor Arunachalam's suggestion to stop paying APC. I fully agree with Professor Arunachalam that the GoI should stop this practice. With warm regards, Dr. K. C. Garg, Former Chief Scientist, CSIR-NIScPR Member, Editorial Board, COLLNET Journal of Scientometrics, Annals of Library and Information Studies, and Journal of Scientometric Research. Life Member, International Society for Scientometrics and Informetrics (ISSI), IASLIC, DLA, and Academic Counsellor IGNOU

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Fwd: 2024 Wrapped
by Subbiah Arunachalam 24 Dec '24

24 Dec '24

Friends, Greetings from Chennai, India. The future of knowledge exchange in STEM, social sciences and other areas of scholarship is through preprints supported by post public peer review.* The journal, as we know it, has served us well for over 300 years till men like Robert Maxwell came on the scene and greed of the publishers became the dominant feature and the interest of science and scientists were sacrificed at the altar of their greed. Recall that Maxwell openly said that publishing journals had become a perpetual money making machine. In the past the imperialists came as traders to countries of the Global South and colonized them and plundered their wealth. The case of the British rule of the subcontinent was the best (or should we say the worst) example. This is exactly what is happening now. What is worse, we are willingly inviting the publishers and surrendering to them. At least when the British wanted to subjugate India, there was some, even if only sporadic, resistance, witness the heroic battles waged by Rani Velu Nachiar, Rani Jhansi, Tipu Sultan, and several others. Now we are giving a red carpet welcome to commercial publishers of the West and taking them on a 'bus tour' to our best academic and other research institutes (including IISc!) so they could teach the faculty and doctoral students how to write and submit research papers that would be acceptable to them for publication if one also accepts to pay APC and surrender copyright to one's own intellectual creation, often facilitated by taxpayers' money. I often wonder how a nation which ranks close to the top in inequality can decide to spend its scarce resources on paying APC to publish research papers (which could jolly well be published in other journals which do not charge APC or better still placed in a respectable global archive at no cost). Why can't we follow the example of the US NIH and insist that all research papers resulting from public funding be made publicly available at the same time they appear in a journal? Why can't we have an equivalent of OSTP's Nelson memo? At the least, why can't we implement the CSIR's plan and the DBT-DST mandate of open access through institutional and national level repositories such as Science Central and CSIR Central? With best wishes, Subbiah Arunachalam *Please see 1. https://council.science/publications/normalization-preprints/ 2. https://blog.sciety.org/sciety-wrapped-2024/?ref=sciety-product-news-newsle…

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Information Resources -- 241223 & Forthcoming Events
by Mohan Hr 23 Dec '24

23 Dec '24

Forthcoming Events 28th Dec 2024 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar CSI Chennai, IEEE CS Madras, ACM Chennai & HCC cordially invite you to the webinar on "Productivity & Mental Wellness in the Workplace (Includes: Ikigai, Positive Psychology and The Ekzercado Method)" by Mr Anand Manikutty, Director, Qwykr Technologies, USA PDF invite at https://bit.ly/web-241228-mental-wellness-invite Register at https://bit.ly/web-241228-mental-wellness by 27th Dec evening to get the webinar joining link ===== 8th Jan 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar IEEE CS Madras, CSI Chennai & ACM Chennai cordially invite you to the webinar on "Quantum Software Development Life Cycle" by Dr. Rajiv Chopra, Associate Prof., CSE, Guru Tegh Bahadur Institute of Technology, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi & Author of the book "Quantum Computing Techniques (Theory & Practice)" PDF invite at https://bit.ly/web-250108-qsdlc-invite Register at https://bit.ly/web-250108-qsdlc by 7th Jan 2024 evening to get the webinar joining link ===== Information Resources Visit http://infoforuse.blogspot.com/2024/12/ir-241221-31-hrm-cseit-information.h… to access the information related to the following 23 resources IEEE CS Colloquium eBook: AI for Data Science eBook: Introduction to Probability for Data Science eBook: Python Projects with API eBook: Statistical Analysis Handbook eBook: The Daily Dose of Data Science Archives eBook: Introduction to Probability for Data Science eBook: Generative AI Foundations in Python eBook: The essential guide to AI Governance eBook: Python code for Artificial Intelligence EDPB's opinion on the challenges processing personal data in the context of AI models GPAI Code of Practice -- Draft Free online courses on AI from Nvidia A new golden age of discovery. Seizing the AI for Science opportunity AI/ML Framework Selection Guide Deep Learning Interviews -- Problems & Solutions What is Data Literacy? A 2024 Guide for Data & Analytics Leaders Top 20 LLM Guardrails With Examples Top 30 Generative AI Interview Questions and Answers for 2024 ROI of AI: Key Drivers, KPIs & Challenges Large Action Models (LAMs): A Guide With Examples Cybersecurity Defences vs Cricket Fielding Positions HRM-CSE/IT Information Resources WhatsApp Groups Visit http://infoforuse.blogspot.com/2024/12/ir-241221-31-hrm-cseit-information.h… to access the information related to the above 23 resources Infoquiz What is the portmanteau of the two phrases “software development” and “information-technology operations.” OpenAI has recently purchased the domain name ---------- for $15+ million (about 126 crores) which redirects to ChatGPT. It was originally registered in 1996 by Dharmesh Shah, an Indian techie. According to Open Source Initiative, an AI model, to be classified as open source, should grant four freedoms that include: Use, Study, Modify and ------ Find the odd man out: React, PyTorch, GraphQL, Angular World EV Day, celebrated annually on ------- Answers to the above questions will be published in the post "Information Resources -- 250101" .

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Makiing Indian research immediate non-APC OA
by Subbiah Arunachalam 21 Dec '24

21 Dec '24

Friends, Season's greetings and a Happy and productive New Year. [I have sent the following to many senior indian scientists and librarians]. Many funders of scientific research have either mandated or insist on research funded by them being made open access immediately on publication. Please see: https://claude.ai/chat/87d94ddf-169c-4dfe-af4a-d4f68e365384. Why can't all Indian Govt agencies that fund research mandate immediate open access for all research they fund? Also, they may stop immediately the practice of underwriting Indian researcher's paying APC for publishing their papers. In my view using taxpayers' money to pay APC (and thus enriching publishers some of whom declare profit margins upwards of 25% year after year is unethical and immoral, especially in a country which ranks close to the top in the inequality index). The money we pay as APC (the new ONOS plan has earmarked Rs 1,500 milliion for APC payment every year) can be put to better use - if not for povrty alleviation and improving elementary education, at least for attracting bright students, esp. girls, to science education and research with attractive scholarships or providing researchers with travel grants to attend conferences or visit laboratories other than their own to pursue collaborative research. I will be grateful for your views. With warm regards, Subbiah Arunachalam

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3-day national online workshop—_Book Publishing Made Easy
by Vimal Kumar V. 17 Dec '24

17 Dec '24

Dear Friends, Join the 3-day national online workshop—_Book Publishing Made Easy: A Workshop for Teachers and Researchers_—and discover how to confidently prepare, publish, and promote your book across digital and print platforms. Organisers: - Postgraduate & Research Department of Commerce, Bishop Abraham Memorial College, Thuruthicad - Research Committee, Sree Narayana College, Nattika - Lore & Ed Research Associates. Kottayam Register here: https://learn.loreanded.com/courses/Book-Publishing-Made-Easy-Skill-Buildin… What You’ll Gain: ✅ Understand self-publishing essentials (ISBN, copyright, Creative Commons) ✅ Master manuscript formatting for eBooks and paperbacks ✅ Learn cover design strategies that make your book stand out ✅ Explore top self-publishing platforms (Amazon KDP, Pothi, NotionPress) ✅ Get insider marketing tips to maximize impact and reach Workshop Details: 🗓 Dates: 18-20 December 2024 ⏰ Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (IST) 💻 Venue: Zoom 💰 Fee: ₹299 Download the brochure from here. https://tinyurl.com/book-publishing-workshop Make this the moment you take your academic and creative ideas from manuscript to marketplace. Reserve your spot now and elevate your publishing journey! -- *Vimal Kumar V., PhD* Reference Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala-686560 ------------------------------------------ My Home page:www.vimalkumar.info My Blogs:linuxhalwa.blogspot.com kohageek.blogspot.com moovandan.blogspot.com ----------------------------------------------------------- *"The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." Alvin Toffler*

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Articles required
by Gaurang Raval 16 Dec '24

16 Dec '24

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Articles arequired
by Gaurang Raval 16 Dec '24

16 Dec '24

Dear Sir/Madam Greetings from Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat One of our Faculty Members is looking for under listed Articles for his academic usage. Details: 1. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/03058298241278416 2. https://oxfordre.com/politics/display/10.1093/acrefore/9780190228637.001.00… It will be great if anyone can help us. [email id: gaurang.raval(a)rru.ac.in] Thank you in advance Regards | सादर *Gaurang Raval *| *गौरांग रावल* Library & Information Officer | पुस्तकालय और सूचना अधिकारी *Rashtriya Raksha University India *| *राष्ट्रीय रक्षा विश्वविद्यालय भारत* Lavad - Dehgam, Gandhinagar – 382305 | लवाड - देहगाम, गांधीनगर - ३८२३०५ Gujarat, India | गुजरात, भारत Contact No: 8160885285; Ext. 41034 | संपर्क नंबर: ८१६०८८५२८५; इण्टरकॉम ४१०३४ https://rru.ac.in/mr-gaurang-raval/ RRU <https://rru.ac.in/>| Library <https://rru.ac.in/library-facilities/> | OPAC <https://opac.rru.ac.in/>| MyLOFT <https://www.myloft.xyz/>|Turnitin <https://rruniversity.turnitin.com/>

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Fwd: ONOS
by Francis Jayakanth 16 Dec '24

16 Dec '24

---------- Forwarded message --------- From: M S Sridhar <mirlesridhar(a)gmail.com> Date: Wed, Dec 11, 2024 at 11:28 AM Subject: ONOS ONOS Press meet The Government of India has approved ‘One nation one subscription’ and had a press meet to justify the scheme. Watched the video of the press meet on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/live/OwPhBngJkgk?si=QQXh9zMHXN1XHLsp). The first impression is that knowingly thousands of crores are going to be wasted. 1. It is well established that an average researcher/ scientist regularly uses/ reads 5-15 journals. In case of interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary research, a specialist collaborates with other specialists and not himself tries to become a specialist in other disciplines. 2. In the existing consortia model (about a dozen in the country) large parts of thousands of journals have remained unused by the majority. Yet publishers got benefit and substantially increased their profit margin. It is important to note that publishers never allowed for the ‘pay per use’ model, which is the most rational and economical method of incurring cost for online journals. Thus providing access to all journals to all users is a waste and providing access is wrongly equated with ‘use’. 3. Now ONOS is increasing access from 8079 Journals to 13400 Journals and thereby increasing more unused journals by enabling publishers to further increase their profit margins. 4. ONOS is also increasing the reach, that is, providing access to 6380 institutions from the existing 2360 and to 177.82 lakh users from the existing 56.7 lakh. Have they ascertained the requirements of these additional institutions and individuals? Trying to provide access to disinterested institutions and users by doubling the cost from 1000 crores to 2000 crores per year is a criminal waste of taxpayer’s money. 5. Without ascertaining the present expenditure on APC, allocating meagre 150 crores per year (almost one-third of this budget is being spent by a single major institution) will not serve the purpose of promoting Open Access. This country needs at least another 1000 crores per year towards APC. If 1000 crores is allocated for APC, the total expenditure is going to be tripled. If APC budget is not increased, selected institutions and individuals of influence will get APC grants that to for so called undefined “selected good quality open access journals” without any justice to the majority. In nutshell, what was running in a decentralised way according to the local requirements at Rs.1000 crores per annum is centralised at a cost of Rs. 2000 to 3000 crores per annum with three year locking period of assured subscription to publishers. M S Sridhar —————

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Forthcoming Events of IEEE/IEEE CS, CSI, ACM, ORSI & HCC in Dec 2024
by Mohan Hr 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

*Forthcoming Events of IEEE/IEEE CS, CSI, ACM, ORSI & HCC in Dec 2024* *16-21 Dec 2024. FDP on SDGs. Hybrid Mode* IEEE Professional Communication Society (PCS), Madras, IEEE Computer Society (CS), Madras & SA Engineering College, Chennai present a one week FDP in Hybrid Mode Topic: Integrating SDGs into Business and Engineering: Leveraging Professional Communication for Global Impact Date & Time: 16th to 21st December 2024 from 9.00 am to 3.30 pm Venue - Physical: SA Engg College, Avadi Road, Chennai Venue - Online: Link will be shared on 15th Dec Registration Fee: Rs. 250/- for IEEE Members & Participants from the Host Institution Rs. 500/- for Others Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gg5Kcvpj Last Date to Register: 13th Dec 2024 Brochure Link: https://lnkd.in/gYE32CFc Contact for any Queries: Mr. A. Saravanan A - 9840437695 Mrs. Kalaiselvi R - 9790863880 *16-21 Dec 2024. FDP on Industry 5.0: Empowering Sustainable Goals. In-person Mode* IEEE Madras Section & SA Engineering College, Chennai present a one week in-person mode FDP Topic: Industry 5.0: Empowering Sustainable Goals Date & Time: 16th to 21st December 2024 from 9.00 am to 3.30 pm Venue: SA Engg College, Avadi Road, Chennai Registration Fee: Rs. 300/- for IEEE Members & Participants from the Host Institution Rs. 600/- for Others Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gUc8Rd93 Last Date to Register: 13th Dec 2024 Brochure Link: https://lnkd.in/gfdG4h-d Contact for any Queries: Mrs. D. Chithra-9840938233 Mrs. T. Veena- 8610946335 *18th Dec 2024 at 5 pm IST. In-person event * Operational Research Society of India (ORSI) Chennai Chapter, IEEE Computer Society, Madras Chapter, and Computer Society of India, Chennai Chapter cordially invit you to the in-person event 10th Prof. T.R. Natesan Endowment Lecture on "Machine Learning and Auction Design" Speaker: Dr. Sujit Prakash Gujar, Associate Professor & Faculty Chair at the International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad (IIITH) Date & Time: 18th Dec 2024 :: 5.00 pm onwards Venue: University Library, Anna University, Guindy, Chennai 25 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/Guindy,+Chennai+25?entry=gmail&source=g> . Program: 5.00 pm -- Tea :: 5.30 pm -- Lecture The event is free to participate but registration is mandatory by 16th Dec 2024 Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScu1dVD3RCnwNuKpIUNGLEfU6ggyOQRGFG… For queries, feel free to contact at +91 8883222886 *28th Dec 2024 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar * CSI Chennai, IEEE CS Madras, ACM Chennai & HCC cordially invite you to the webinar Topic: Productivity & Mental Wellness in the Workplace (Includes: Ikigai, Positive Psychology and The Ekzercado Method) Speaker: Mr Anand Manikutty, Director, Qwykr Technologies, USA Date: Saturday, 28th Dec 2024 :: Time: 6.30 pm to 7.45 pm IST PDF invite at https://bit.ly/web-241228-mental-wellness-invite Register by 27th Dec evening to get the webinar joining link using https://bit.ly/web-241228-mental-wellness

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Important Announcement: Extended Deadline for Paper Submissions to The Global Library Summit (GLS)-2025.
by Pramanathan U 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

Important Announcement: Extended Deadline for Paper Submissions to The Global Library Summit (GLS)-2025. Dear Friends, Please note the extension of time for submission of papers for the Global Library Summit-2025 as under. Please submit your manuscripts to the editorial team through the Summit Website: https://gls25.org/ Important Dates: => Paper submissions: December 25th, 2024, 23:59 PT => Supplementary material: December 30th, 2024, 23:59 => PT Reviews and Decisions to authors: January 5th, 2025 => Rebuttal and Revision submission: January 10th, 2025, 23:59 PT => Final Decisions released to authors: January 15th, 2025. Dr. P.V. Konnur President, LIS Academy, Bangalore. Note: Forwarded as received.

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Filling up one post of Library and Information Assistant (LIA) in CACP in Level-6 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 34500-112400) on deputation (including short term contract)/Absorption basis @ Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
by Pramanathan U 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

Filling up one post of Library and Information Assistant (LIA) in CACP in Level-6 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 34500-112400) on deputation (including short term contract)/Absorption basis @ Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Source: https://cacp.da.gov.in/KeyBullets.aspx?pid=88 For more details: https://cacp.da.gov.in/ViewQuestionare.aspx?Input=2&DocId=1&PageId=88&KeyId…

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Walk-in-Interview (Date: 02 January 2025) for the Position of Library Professional Trainee (purely temporary) @ The Central Library of National Institute of Technology Delhi, GT Karnal Road, Delhi-110036.
by Pramanathan U 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

Walk-in-Interview (Date: 02 January 2025) for the Position of Library Professional Trainee (purely temporary) @ The Central Library of National Institute of Technology Delhi, GT Karnal Road, Delhi-110036. Source: https://nitdelhi.ac.in/ For more details: https://nitdelhi.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Advt-NITD_Library-Profess… Apply: https://nitdelhi.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Application-Form-For-Libr…

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Central University of Gujarat (CUG), Gandhinagar, Gujarat invites online applications in the prescribed format from eligible Indian nationals for appointment by direct recruitment for the Librarian, Assistant Librarian (Group-A) Non-teaching and Other Academic posts.
by Pramanathan U 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

Central University of Gujarat (CUG), Gandhinagar, Gujarat invites online applications in the prescribed format from eligible Indian nationals for appointment by direct recruitment for the Librarian, Assistant Librarian (Group-A) Non-teaching and Other Academic posts. Source: https://www.cug.ac.in/career.php For more details: https://www.cug.ac.in/pdf/202412100624590e28f59e03.pdf Last date of Online Application 09/01/2025 Up to 5:30 p.m. Apply: https://cugnt.samarth.edu.in/index.php/site/login

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Online applications are invited on the prescribed format, from the eligible candidates for appointment to the Assistant Librarian, Professional Assistant, and Library Assistant posts on regular basis @ Central University of Haryana, Jaat, Haryana.
by Pramanathan U 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

Online applications are invited on the prescribed format, from the eligible candidates for appointment to the Assistant Librarian, Professional Assistant, and Library Assistant posts on regular basis @ Central University of Haryana, Jaat, Haryana. Source: https://www.cuh.ac.in/nonteaching.aspx For more details: https://www.cuh.ac.in/admin/uploads/files/004-NT-R-2024%20Final%20Detailed%… https://www.cuh.ac.in/admin/uploads/files/ADDENDUM-I482.pdf The last date for submission of the online applications, is 28-12-2024. Apply: https://cuhnt.samarth.edu.in/index.php/site/login

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Library Intern @ Ashoka University, Sonepat Haryana
by Pramanathan U 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

Library Intern @ Ashoka University, Sonepat Haryana Source: https://www.ashoka.edu.in/job-openings-research-assistants-research-associa… For more details: https://www.ashoka.edu.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/JD-For-Library-Interns… Last date for submitting Application 15/12/2025.

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Invitation to Join IJLSIM India's No. 1 LIS professionals WhatsApp Group-Reg.
by Pramanathan U 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

Dear Sir/Madam, Greetings of the day...! It is our great pleasure, privilege, and honor to invite you to join our IJLSIM WhatsApp group—India's No. 1 WhatsApp community for LIS professionals. Currently, we manage 10 such groups, all of which are set to admin-only messaging to maintain a focused and professional environment. => Established on: 09/10/2015 => Membership Strength: Over 9,645 LIS professionals across India => Group Structure / Network: 10 dedicated and active WhatsApp groups Membership Includes: => Professionals from Central and State Universities, Central Institutes, Government and Government-Aided Institutions, Private Colleges, Deemed Universities, Schools, and the IT Sector. => Members from all major Library and Information Science (LIS) associations across India. Key Features: Comprehensive Coverage: => Job Opportunities Updates: 100% focused on LIS job vacancies. => Event Notifications: Timely updates on LIS events and information sharing. => Reliable Sources: All Information is thoroughly verified and authenticated. => Secure and Admin-Controlled: A strictly moderated environment, professionally managed by dedicated administrator and co-admins to ensure security and smooth operations. => Claim to Fame: India’s No. 1 WhatsApp group for LIS professionals, fostering a connected and informed LIS community. => New members can use this link to join: https://chat.whatsapp.com/D4d8nAsIwpR5nzHbD7OOR2 Note: Existing/Current members of our IJLSIM WhatsApp group do not need to join the alternative groups, as all essential updates and information will continue to be shared within this group. Looking forward to your acceptance. Warm regards, Dr. U. Pramanathan, Founder Admin-IJLSIM WhatsApp Groups.

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Global Library Summit, 2025 - Call for papers
by Shamprasad Pujar 09 Dec '24

09 Dec '24

Dear Members, Global Library Summit, 2025 organized by South Asian University, New Delhi in association with LIS Academy, Bengaluru is scheduled to be held at New Delhi between February 5 and 7, 2025. The conference is inviting papers from LIS professionals. You are requested to go through the details and contribute a paper for the conference. You may find more details @ https://gls25.org/callforpapers.html Please note, it is going to be held during the period of New Delhi Book Fair, 2025, which will be an additional opportunity to contribute/attend the event. Thanks and Regards, Dr Shamprasad M. Pujar Chief Librarian Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research Gen Vaidya Marg, Goregaon (East) MUMBAI-400 065, India Phone: ++91-22-6909 6528 E-mail: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in

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Request the article for our Research Scholar -reg
by Palanichamy ilangumaran 09 Dec '24

09 Dec '24

Dear all  One of the our research scholar request the following article for  research  purpose Lignin - A green material for antibacterial application — A review Author links open overlay panelAtanu Kumar Das a 1, Kangkana Mitra b 1, Austin J. Conte c, Asim Sarker d, Aysha Chowdhury e, Arthur J. Ragauskas c f g   https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.129753 thank you   P.ILANGUMARAN HEAD /LIBRARIAN SETHU INSTIUTE OF TECHNOLOGY KARIAPATTI-626 115 VIRUDHUNAGAR DIST TAMIL NADU MOBILE;9789527616  

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Journals of India's Science Academies
by Subbiah Arunachalam 07 Dec '24

07 Dec '24

Friends, Greetings from Chennai. Please see Cancelling the ‘Big Deal’ at a Public University: A Discussion of STEM Faculty Perceptions of Cancellation and Post-Cancellation Usage Data | Practical Academic Librarianship: The International Journal of the SLA Academic Division <https://pal-ojs-tamu.tdl.org/pal/article/view/7193> . Also read the policy of the journal given under 'License.' In India, the journals published by the Science Academies DO NOT HAVE such a licensing policy. Simply because they have abjectly sold their souls to Springer. Right now the Academy journals are listed under Springer in international citation databases such as *Web of Science*. Springer is selling reprints of papers published in our Academy journals outside India and sharing the profit with our Academies. Contrary to what the Academies may claim, their journals are NOT open access. You may wonder why I am bothered about it. Not just because I did much of the editing and publishing work at the IASc in Bangalore for two years in the mid 1970s. Not because I was the one who suggested the idea of breaking away from the *Proceedings* and publishing subject-specific journals at IASc starting with *Pramana*. But because for me the very idea of giving away our journals to a commercial publisher is obnoxious. *Raman and Saha would be turning in their graves ever since.* In my view, 0ur Academies have dishonoured their own founding fathers. The minimum they could do now is to get out of the contract with Springer and be on their own. Correct me if I am wrong that DST is supporting these Academies (with taxpayers' money), especially their journal publishing programmes. And we keep saying "Bharath Mahan,' 'Make in India,' and 'we are on our way to becoming a superpower.' Actually, when Springer approached me first (then I was with MSSRF, Chennai), they were keen on *Current Science*, which would have been an ideal companion journal to Nature. I took them met Prof. M S Swaminathan, who was Chairman of the Current Science Association (or ex-Chairman). He told them that they should speak to Prof. Balaram as he was actually involved in managing the day-to-day affairs of *Current Science*, and they went to Bangalore by the next available flight. Prof. Balaram, obviously, did not agree to their proposal. And till this day C*urrent Science* continues to be the independent journal it has always been. But the Academy yielded. The other two Academies followed. Look at *Indian Journal of Medical Ethics,* if you want to learn how a good journal could be run as a 'community-led' effort. Busy doctors - physicians, surgeons, medical researchers - take time to redit, referee and all else needed to run a good journal. I have the privilege of having published a paper in IJME. When it finally appeared in the journal it was a far better version than I and my colleagues had submitted. Leading physicians and surgeons of India (who may not approve my naming them here) spent considerable time to add value to our paper. And they will *never *think of pledging their journal to Springer or any other publisher. I am sure they would not have approved govt agencies underwriting APC either. Raman and saha, had they been alive today, would have been proud of them. With warm regards, Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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Invitation for Participation and Article Submission for the National Conference on “Digital Libraries and Information Systems: Building Universal Opportunities for Learning and Access (DLISBUOLA)”
by basudev mohanty 07 Dec '24

07 Dec '24

Dear All, We are pleased to invite you to contribute research articles to the National Conference on Digital Libraries and Information Systems: Building Universal Opportunities for Learning and Access (DLISBUOLA), organized by the Department of Library and Information Science, Berhampur University. The conference is scheduled to take place on 22nd & 23rd February 2025 at Berhampur University. This year’s theme, DLISBUOLA, aims to foster dialogue and collaboration among researchers, academicians, and professionals by exploring advancements and innovative Library and Information Science practices. We invite you to submit original, unpublished research papers related to the conference topics, as detailed in the attached  brochure available at  https://www.dlisbuola.co.in/call-for-papers  or  https://b7d9b438-6f17-49e2-b602-d56fff6bbc55.usrfiles.com/ugd/b7d9b4_7f4d6b… Key Dates Abstract Submission Deadline: 5th January 2025 Full Paper Submission Deadline: 30th January 2025 Conference Dates: 22nd–23rd February 2025 Submission Guidelines Submit your manuscript via the conference submission portal or email it to dlisbuola(a)gmail.com. Detailed submission instructions and topics can be found on the conference website: https://www.dlisbuola.co.in/ We look forward to your valuable contribution and participation, which will greatly enrich the discussions and outcomes of this conference. Should you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to reach us at dlisbuola(a)gmail.com.Contact Details: Prof. Jyotshna Sahoo, Conference Director Professor and Head, Dept. of Library and Information Science Berhampur University, Contact: 7064419608 or 9437922397 Dr. Raj Kishor Kampa, Assistant Professor @ 7661858731 Mr. Mrutyunjay Sethy, Assistant Professor @ 7008123659 Mr. Desul Sudarsan, Assistant Professor @ 94868 65231 Thank you for your time and consideration.  Thanks & Regards, Dr. Basudev Mohanty Advisory Committee Member, National Conference on DLISBUOLA ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Librarian (Scientific Officer), Institute of Physics, Bhubaneswar Department of Atomic Energy, Govt. of India Ph - 0674-  2306537; Mobile - 9437132870

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Dr. S.R. Ranganathan Memorial Lectures 2024
by Francis Jayakanth 06 Dec '24

06 Dec '24

From: K.S. Raghavan ksragav(a)hotmail.com Date: Tuesday, 03 December 2024 SARADA RANGANATHAN ENDOWMENT FOR LIBRARY SCIENCE AND DOCUMENTATION RESEARCH & TRAINING CENTRE (INDIAN STATISTICAL INSTITUTE, BANGALORE) Cordially invite you to: DR. S. R. RANGANATHAN MEMORIAL LECTURES 2024 LECTURE 1 (4.30-5.30 PM): CLASSIFICATION AND POWER: NAVIGATING THE ORDER OF THINGS LECTURE 2 (6.00-7.00 PM): THIS PLACE IS OUR PLACE: LIBRARIES AND PUBLIC LIFE By Ms. Emily Drabinski (Immediate Past President of the American Library Association) On Monday, 9th December 2024 Dr. Kavi Mahesh Mentor and Distinguished Professor, Computer Science Department, RNS Institute of Technology, Bangalore, India Former Director, IIIT, Dharwad Will preside Venue: Indian Statistical Institute, Mysore Road, Bangalore 560059 RSVP: K. S. Raghavan (ksragav(a)hotmail.com); Dr. Biswanath Dutta, Head, DRTC (bisu(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in) K. S. Raghavan Former Dean (Academic), University of Madras Professor (Retd.), DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute Visiting Scientist (Retd.), Centre for Knowledge Analytics & Ontological Engineering (KAnOE), PES University Member-Secretary, Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science

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India’s One Nation One Subscription deal enriches publishers and benefits few -Muthu Madhan
by Siddu Huded 05 Dec '24

05 Dec '24

Dear All, I thought this blog post might interest you. Contrary to its intended goals of reducing subscription costs and improving access to scientific literature in India, Muthu Madhan argues the much-hyped One Nation One Subscription policy risks significantly increasing expenditure while delivering little in return. You can read the full blog post here: https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/impactofsocialsciences/2024/12/05/indias-one-nation… Warm regards, Siddu Huded

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One Day Seminar on Navigating Scopus & Indian Research Information Network (IRNIS). Date on 14th December 2024 (Saturday) at Central Library Seminar Hall, Sethu Institute of Technology, Kariapatti-626 115, Virudhunagar Dist, Tamil Nadu,
by Palanichamy ilangumaran 04 Dec '24

04 Dec '24

Dear All         Greetings From the SIT   Sethu Institute of Technology ,  Central Library  organizing a One Day Seminar on Navigating Scopus & Indian Research Information Network (IRNIS).   Date on 14th December  2024 (Saturday) at Central Library Seminar Hall, Sethu Institute of Technology, Kariapatti-626 115, Virudhunagar Dist, Tamil Nadu,   Theme of the Seminar This Seminar Focuses the following topics.   Navigating Scopus   Indian Research Information Network (IRNIS) Higher education OERsResource Persons    Dr.V.P.Ramesh Babu Head & Librarian Dept of LIS Rev.Jacob Memorial Christian College Ambilikai , Dindigul Dist   Dr.S.Karthikumar Professor Department of Physics Sethu Institute of Technology Pulloor,Kariapatti – 626 115 Virudhunagar Dist    Dr.M.Sivabharathy  Professor& Asso.Dean Department of Physics Sethu Institute of Technology Pulloor,Kariapatti – 626 115 Virudhunagar Dist    Registration Registration Fees:Rs150/- Last date for Registration: 11-12-2024 Registration is mandatory. Only 100 participants on first-cum-first served basis will be registered. Thank you for your cooperation and we expect your valuable presence   For any further information please feel free to contact: Mr.P.ILANGUMARAN Convener Sethu Institute of Technology Kariapatti-626 115,Virudhunagar Dist, Tamil Nadu,India. librarian(a)sethu.ac.in Mobile: 91-7904839227 Mobile :91-9944042398 Mobile :91-9965831616   https://forms.gle/5wRMVozhgUg15uRw7  

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Sudden demise of Hildrun Kritschmer
by Koteswara Rao Mamidi 03 Dec '24

03 Dec '24

Sad to hear about the sudden death of Hildrun Kretschmer a well known information scientist of our times. COLLNET is a great initiative and I am proud to be associated with it on the advice of my PhD supervisor Prof K S Raghavan. Dr Kretschmer was my external research examiner and her in-depth analysis and report helped me a lot. The LIS fraternity had lost a good library professional and a good human being who appreciates the LIS work done in our country. May her soul rest in peace. Dr M Koteswara Rao Retd. Librarian University of Hyderabad On 30 Nov 2024, at 7:50 PM, Puttaraj Choukimath <choukimath(a)gmail.com> wrote: Sir, deeply saddened to know about demise of Dr.Hildun Kretschmer.. I had an opportunity to meet her (as a couple) during CALIBER-2004, at JMI New Delhi along with our greatest LIS professional Late.Dr.VS Cholin sir. She was so passionate about our Country, INFLIBNET Centre, Collnet, etc and liked visiting again and again. A kind lady and inspired a lot about the service towards the Library patrons. Heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, colleagues n associates. Pray the almighty to make her humble soul to rest with his eternal peace. Om Shanti/Amen Puttaraj A Choukimath On Fri, Nov 29, 2024, 12:30 Shamprasad Pujar via LIS-Forum <lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in<mailto:lis-forum@ncsi.iisc.ernet.in>> wrote: Dear All, Condolences to her family and friends. She has been to India many times and conducted conferences. May God rest her soul in peace. Regards, S M Pujar Chief Librarian IGIDR, Mumbai ==================== ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Isidro F. Aguillo <isidro.aguillo(a)cchs.csic.es<mailto:isidro.aguillo@cchs.csic.es>> Date: Thu, Nov 28, 2024 at 8:42 PM Subject: [ISSI] Hildrun Kretschmer passed away :-( To: <ISSI(a)listserv.rediris.es<mailto:ISSI@listserv.rediris.es>> Dear colleagues, Just received from bernd.markscheffel(a)tu-ilmenau.de<mailto:bernd.markscheffel@tu-ilmenau.de>: "It is with deep sorrow that I announce the passing of a beloved friend, esteemed colleague, and brilliant scientist, Hildrun Kretschmer, who left us this night. Hildrun was more than a luminary in their field; they were a source of inspiration, compassion, and unwavering support to everyone fortunate enough to know them. Their groundbreaking work in Information Science not only advanced human understanding but also exemplified their relentless curiosity, intellect, and dedication to the pursuit of knowledge. As a friend and colleague, Hildrun brought warmth, insight, and encouragement to every interaction. We are heartbroken to lose such a remarkable individual, but we are grateful for the time we had with them and the indelible impact they made on our lives and the world. Hildrun will be deeply missed but never forgotten. To know Hildrun was to witness a rare combination of warmth and brilliance—a person who inspired, supported, and uplifted everyone they encountered. Rest in peace, dear friend" -- Isidro F. Aguillo Vicedirector Técnico IPP-CSIC Dr. Honoris Causa Universitas Indonesia Dr. Honoris Causa National Research Nuclear University Moscow World's Top 2% most cited researcher IREG Honorary Medal Cruz de la Orden del Mérito Militar Editor Rankings Web Scimago Group Senior Advisor Contact: Cybermetrics Lab. Instituto de Políticas y Bienes Públicos IPP Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas CSIC Albasanz,26-28<https://www.google.com/maps/search/Albasanz,26-28?entry=gmail&source=g>. Despacho 3E14 28037 Madrid. Spain isidro.aguillo@ csic.es<http://csic.es> webometrics.info<http://webometrics.info> _______________________________________________ LIS-Forum mailing list -- lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in<mailto:lis-forum@ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> To unsubscribe send an email to lis-forum-leave(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in<mailto:lis-forum-leave@ncsi.iisc.ernet.in>

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Article requested
by Gaurang Raval 03 Dec '24

03 Dec '24

Dear Sir/Madam Greetings from Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat One of our Faculty Members is looking for under mentioned Article for his academic usage. Details: 1) https://doi.org/10.1080/03071847.2023.2199785 It will be great if you can help us. [Email ID: gaurang.raval(a)rru.ac.in] Thank you in advance Gaurang Raval Rashtriya Raksha University Library

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Request for an Article
by Rajesh K 02 Dec '24

02 Dec '24

Respected All, One of our faculty members needs the following article. Please provide this Article if anyone has access to it. Chatterjee, S. D., N. N. Ghosh, S. Kisdnasami and K. G. Bandopadhyay (1955). " Radiocarbon dating of ancient Pataliputra rampart,' Science and Culture 20 (12): 615-17. Thanks and regards Rajesh K National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS) Bengaluru

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Registration Now Open for SemTech2025 – Transforming Library Data into Global Knowledge
by Debanjali Bain 02 Dec '24

02 Dec '24

Dear Colleagues, We are pleased to inform you that the *DRTC-ISI**, Bangalore, *in collaboration with *INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar,* and *SRELS*, is organizing the *SemTech2025* workshop on *Linked Open Data and Semantic Web Technologies*. This year’s theme is *"Transforming Library Data into Global Knowledge"*. The workshop will be held from *January 22 to 24, 2025*, at the *Indian Statistical Institute*, 8th Mile Mysore Road, R. V. College Post, Bangalore 560059. *Registration for the workshop is now open*. To register, please visit the following link: SemTech2025 Registration <https://drtc.isibang.ac.in/semtech2025/registration> For more information about SemTech2025, please visit our official workshop page: SemTech2025 Official Page <https://drtc.isibang.ac.in/semtech2025> *Note*: Registration is limited and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. We encourage you to register early. If you have any queries related to SemTech2025, please feel free to reach out to us at *semtech.drtc(a)gmail.com <semtech.drtc(a)gmail.com>* and kindly CC *bisu(a)isibang.ac.in <bisu(a)isibang.ac.in>* or *bisu(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in <bisu(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in>*. We look forward to your participation! Sincerely, On behalf of the SemTech2025 Organizing Team

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Digital preservation of our research publications
by Subbiah Arunachalam 30 Nov '24

30 Nov '24

Friends, Here is an article . url: d41586-024-03842-z Title: Act now to stop millions of research papers from disappearing (In *Nature*): It is important for every publishing author to preserve the digital version of each one of their publications/reports/conference presentations in a global archive/repository such as Zenodo (maintained by CERN, but anyone can use it at no cost). Librarians at Academic and other research performing institutions may assist researchers in this task. With warm regards, Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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Fwd: Hildrun Kretschmer passed away :-(
by Shamprasad Pujar 30 Nov '24

30 Nov '24

Dear All, Condolences to her family and friends. She has been to India many times and conducted conferences. May God rest her soul in peace. Regards, S M Pujar Chief Librarian IGIDR, Mumbai ==================== ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Isidro F. Aguillo <isidro.aguillo(a)cchs.csic.es> Date: Thu, Nov 28, 2024 at 8:42 PM Subject: [ISSI] Hildrun Kretschmer passed away :-( To: <ISSI(a)listserv.rediris.es> Dear colleagues, Just received from bernd.markscheffel(a)tu-ilmenau.de: "It is with deep sorrow that I announce the passing of a beloved friend, esteemed colleague, and brilliant scientist, Hildrun Kretschmer, who left us this night. Hildrun was more than a luminary in their field; they were a source of inspiration, compassion, and unwavering support to everyone fortunate enough to know them. Their groundbreaking work in Information Science not only advanced human understanding but also exemplified their relentless curiosity, intellect, and dedication to the pursuit of knowledge. As a friend and colleague, Hildrun brought warmth, insight, and encouragement to every interaction. We are heartbroken to lose such a remarkable individual, but we are grateful for the time we had with them and the indelible impact they made on our lives and the world. Hildrun will be deeply missed but never forgotten. To know Hildrun was to witness a rare combination of warmth and brilliance—a person who inspired, supported, and uplifted everyone they encountered. Rest in peace, dear friend" -- Isidro F. Aguillo Vicedirector Técnico IPP-CSIC Dr. Honoris Causa Universitas Indonesia Dr. Honoris Causa National Research Nuclear University Moscow World's Top 2% most cited researcher IREG Honorary Medal Cruz de la Orden del Mérito Militar Editor Rankings Web Scimago Group Senior Advisor Contact: Cybermetrics Lab. Instituto de Políticas y Bienes Públicos IPP Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas CSIC Albasanz,26-28. Despacho 3E14 28037 Madrid. Spain isidro.aguillo@ csic.es webometrics.info

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Dr. S. R. Ranganathan Memorial Lectures 2024
by K.S. Raghavan 29 Nov '24

29 Nov '24

SARADA RANGANATHAN ENDOWMENT FOR LIBRARY SCIENCE AND DOCUMENTATION RESEARCH & TRAINING CENTRE (INDIAN STATISTICAL INSTITUTE, BANGALORE) Cordially invite you to DR. S. R. RANGANATHAN MEMORIAL LECTURES 2024 LECTURE 1 (4.30-5.30 PM) CLASSIFICATION AND POWER: NAVIGATING THE ORDER OF THINGS LECTURE 2 (6.00-7.00 PM) THIS PLACE IS OUR PLACE: LIBRARIES AND PUBLIC LIFE By Ms. Emily Drabinski (Immediate Past President of the American Library Association) On Monday, 9th December 2024 Dr. Kavi Mahesh Mentor and Distinguished Professor, Computer Science Department, RNS Institute of Technology, Bangalore, India Former Director, IIIT, Dharwad Will preside Venue: Indian Statistical Institute, Mysore Road, Bangalore 560059 RSVP: K. S. Raghavan (ksragav(a)hotmail.com<mailto:ksragav@hotmail.com>); Dr. Biswanath Dutta, Head, DRTC (bisu(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in<mailto:bisu@drtc.isibang.ac.in>) K. S. Raghavan Former Dean (Academic), University of Madras Professor (Retd.), DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute Visiting Scientist (Retd.), Centre for Knowledge Analytics & Ontological Engineering (KAnOE), PES University Member-Secretary, Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science

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Dr. S. R. Ranganathan Memorial Lectures - 2024
by K.S. Raghavan 29 Nov '24

29 Nov '24

SARADA RANGANATHAN ENDOWMENT FOR LIBRARY SCIENCE AND DOCUMENTATION RESEARCH & TRAINING CENTRE (INDIAN STATISTICAL INSTITUTE, BANGALORE) Cordially invite you to DR. S. R. RANGANATHAN MEMORIAL LECTURES 2024 LECTURE 1 (4.30-5.30 PM) CLASSIFICATION AND POWER: NAVIGATING THE ORDER OF THINGS LECTURE 2 (6.00-7.00 PM) THIS PLACE IS OUR PLACE: LIBRARIES AND PUBLIC LIFE By Ms. Emily Drabinski (Immediate Past President of the American Library Association) On Monday, 9th December 2024 Dr. Kavi Mahesh Mentor and Distinguished Professor, Computer Science Department, RNS Institute of Technology, Bangalore, India Former Director, IIIT, Dharwad Will preside Venue: Indian Statistical Institute, Mysore Road, Bangalore 560059 RSVP: K. S. Raghavan (ksragav(a)hotmail.com<mailto:ksragav@hotmail.com>); Dr. Biswanath Dutta, Head, DRTC (bisu(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in<mailto:bisu@drtc.isibang.ac.in>) K. S. Raghavan Former Dean (Academic), University of Madras Professor (Retd.), DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute Visiting Scientist (Retd.), Centre for Knowledge Analytics & Ontological Engineering (KAnOE), PES University Member-Secretary, Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science

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Millions of research papers vanishing. We should hasten digital preservation
by Subbiah Arunachalam 29 Nov '24

29 Nov '24

Friends, A major problem has been flagged by Dr Martin Paul Eve. He says "Act now to stop millions of research papers from disappearing." Digital preservation is not keeping up with the growth of scholarly knowledge. Recognizing its causes is the first step to securing records everywhere for future generations. Please see Nature, 26 Nov 2024. Also, please see https://science.slashdot.org/story/24/03/07/0614207/millions-of-research-pa… [DOI: 10.1038/d41586-024-00616-5 <https://doi.org/10.1038/d41586-024-00616-5>]. In an experimental search of a few thousand research articles, about a quarter of papers in different fields, all having DOI, were untraceable. That is really alarming. With warm regards, Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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ONOS, APC and ranking academic institutions, the earlier we do away with them the better
by Subbiah Arunachalam 28 Nov '24

28 Nov '24

Friends, Many in India are celebrating the official announcement of the Cabinet's approval of the ONOS proposal ( to the coffers thirty overseas journal publishers, some of whom report profit margins of over 30% year after year, somewhat like Mastercard and Visa (please see: https://www.c-span.org/video/?c5142491/sen-josh-hawley-visa-mastercard-this…). On top of it ANRF would underwrite the costs incurred by Govt supported academic and other research organizations towards paying APC to get papers published by researchers and students from these institutions in the journals published by these publishers. Our government talks all the time about 'Make in India,' but these two programmes will actually transfer huge sums of money, Indian taxpayers' money, to the coffers of thirty overseas journal publishers, some of whom report profit margins of over 30% year after year, somewhat like Mastercard and Visa (please see the video : https://www.c-span.org/video/?c5142491/sen-josh-hawley-visa-mastercard-this…). In the past, Western imperialist powers had to send armies and occupy our lands, subjugate our people , enslave us and plunder our wealth. Now, in what could be called modern day imperialism, we are willingly, on our own accord, giving away not only our research papers but also pay for them to be published in journals published in the west and import those journals at huge costs enriching those publishing companies and indirectly their countries. This is certainly not in tune with the oft-repeated dictums 'Make in India,' and 'Atma nirbhar Bharat.' It looks more like 'give away India' ONOS has been on and off for the past few years and I do not understand why it should have been implemented at a time when the global availability of OA content is on the rise year after year as seen from all the major databases. I do not also understand why Indian researchers should pay a huge sum of taxpayers' money as APC to get their work published when there are so many alternatives to publish without paying. The argument that if they want to publish in 'prestigious outlets to win approbation, is bunk. These talks about prestige and ranking are all bogus, points out Tatineni Prem Kumar, an independent scholar-analyst-philathropher: "Ranking of educational institutions has become a joke in India and also in the world. In India, as per NIFR, IIT Madras is number 1 in the country and IIT Bombay occupies the 5th or 6th position, According to world rankings IIT Bombay is the best in India occupying the 115th or so position, IIT Mardas is way below around 270 or so. Why is such wide disparity?," he asks. Also in a recent ranking, everyone in Indian Academia was stunned to see IISc ranked 50th in research and institutions like Saveetha and Shoolini University occupying top spots." Let us look at what is happening at the Max Planck Digital Library (MPDL) in Germany, which is thrilled to announce the launch of the Max Planck Decentralized Science Initiative “DeSci Connect”. [Courtesy: STM Publishing News] "DeSci Connect aims to transform scientific collaboration by embracing principles of *openness, transparency, and democratization*. Through the integration of Web3 technologies, the initiative fosters secure, transparent, and accountable data sharing, creating new pathways for scientific discovery. "The MPDL initiative will actively engage with the international DeSci movement to understand and shape its impact on the scientific community and to influence and guide the movement's trajectory by staying at the forefront of decentralized science developments. It will provide strategic advice to MPG management and researchers, highlighting potential new DeSci tools and methodologies that could enhance scientific outcomes. DeSci Connect aims to integrate these innovative approaches, to empower researchers to achieve greater transparency, collaboration, and efficiency in their work." “The Max Planck Decentralized Science Initiative represents a bold step towards a new era in science where collaborative and equitable research practices flourish,” said Friederike Kleinfercher, Head of the Max Planck Decentralized Science Initiative. “By harnessing blockchain technology, we are building an environment where scientific findings are more accessible, accountable, and secure for all.” *Beyond open data access, DeSci Connect fosters groundbreaking web3-models for research funding and evaluation, enabling scientists to gain direct support from the community and paving the way for sustainable, community-backed research*. To know more about the Max Planck Decentralized Science Initiative DeSci Connect and its activities, please visit: https://www.mpdl.mpg.de/forschungsservices/servicekatalog/45-service/1019-d… . With warm regards, Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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Vacancy for Library Professional at Vikram Sarabhai Library, IIM Ahmedabad. Last date : 04 December, 2024
by Mallikarjun 28 Nov '24

28 Nov '24

Dear All, The last dateis approaching; please apply those interested to work in a business library. Tolearn more about our library, visit the library website: https://library.iima.ac.in/ application link: https://www.iima.ac.in/sites/default/files/2024-11/JD-Library%20Professiona… Regards Mallikarjun

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One nation One Subscription for N-LIST members
by Srinivasa Rao Ganta 27 Nov '24

27 Nov '24

Is there any benefit for colleges under sections 2(f) and 12(B) of the UGC Act through the N-LIST Program this year for one nation, one subscription? subscription? *Thanks & RegardsSRINIVASA RAO GANTA Mobile:91 9666656116* <http://www.scribd.com/LIBRARYVBIT/info> *http://gnitslibrary.pbworks.com/ <http://gnitslibrary.pbworks.com/>*

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Articles required
by Gaurang Raval 27 Nov '24

27 Nov '24

Dear Sir/Madam Greetings from Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat One of our Library Patrons is looking for under listed Articles for her Academic Usage. Details: https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-981-97-8031-0_59 https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-981-16-3071-2_8 It will be great if you can help us (Email ID: gaurang.raval(a)rru.ac.in) Thank you in advance Regards | सादर *Gaurang Raval *| *गौरांग रावल* Library & Information Officer | पुस्तकालय और सूचना अधिकारी *Rashtriya Raksha University India *| *राष्ट्रीय रक्षा विश्वविद्यालय भारत* Lavad - Dehgam, Gandhinagar – 382305 | लवाड - देहगाम, गांधीनगर - ३८२३०५ Gujarat, India | गुजरात, भारत Contact No: 8160885285; Ext. 41034 | संपर्क नंबर: ८१६०८८५२८५; इण्टरकॉम ४१०३४ https://rru.ac.in/mr-gaurang-raval/ RRU <https://rru.ac.in/>| Library <https://rru.ac.in/library-facilities/> | OPAC <https://opac.rru.ac.in/>| MyLOFT <https://www.myloft.xyz/>|Turnitin <https://rruniversity.turnitin.com/>

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(no subject)
by Subbiah Arunachalam 25 Nov '24

25 Nov '24

WhatsApp Video 2024-11-25 at 23.07.00_1849e369.mp4 <https://drive.google.com/file/d/116R_dwnMkPp0Kjm_SeEEubjvAUYaZp4I/view?usp=…> Friends, This is not directly connected with LIS. And yet I thought I would post it to this list as history is (or should be) part of both academic and public libraries. Please watch this video on the economy and conditions of India over a long period of foreign rule. Arun -- Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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Invitation to the General Body Meeting and Special Lecture
by Dr. Subhash Reddy B 25 Nov '24

25 Nov '24

Dear Sir/Madam, We are pleased to invite you to the General Body Meeting of the Karnataka State Library Association (R), and a Special Lecture on "Libraries and Community - Vision 2050” by the esteemed Prof. K.C. Janardhan. Event Details: Date: Sunday, 1st December 2024 Time: 10:00 AM Venue: Seminar Hall, Dr. Vishnuvardhana Memorial Study Centre, 1223, Govindaraja Nagar, MC Layout, 1st A Main Road, Vijayanagar, Bangalore – 560040 https://maps.app.goo.gl/MpNGdrzowcj4myEU9 (Kindly note that the venue has been updated to the address mentioned above.) Program Schedule: 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Registration, Welcome, and Distribution of KALA Membership Certificates 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Special Lecture: "Libraries and Community - Vision 2050” ----------- 11:00 AM – 11:10 AM: Welcome and Opening Remarks by Dr. M. Krishnamurthy, President 11:10 AM – 11:20 AM: Presentation of the KALA Annual Report by Dr. Subhash Reddy B, General Secretary 11:20 AM – 11:30 AM: Presentation of the KALA Audited Account Statements by Dr. Shahikala H M, Treasurer ----------- 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Election Guidelines Briefing and Voting Process by Prof. Muttayya Koganuramath (Election Officer) 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Your participation is invaluable, and we kindly request you to make it convenient to attend the meeting. Thank you, With regards, Dr. Subhash Reddy B General Secretary Karnataka State Library Association (R)

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Urgent
by Chief Librarian, SAIACS 25 Nov '24

25 Nov '24

Dear Professionals, Good morning, greetings from Bangalore. One of our rescher is looking for the article below. Can any one help us, Here I need one help to get this below one urgent, please help me . Depression and anxiety among college students at Historically Black and Predominantly White universities during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional study Janani Rajbhandari-Thapa <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Rajbhandari-Thapa+J&cauthor_id=374872…> 1 <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37487205/#full-view-affiliation-1>, Kathryn Chiang <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Chiang+K&cauthor_id=37487205> 1 <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37487205/#full-view-affiliation-1>, Mitchell Chen Lee <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Lee+MC&cauthor_id=37487205> 1 <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37487205/#full-view-affiliation-1>, Arial Treankler <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Treankler+A&cauthor_id=37487205> 2 <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37487205/#full-view-affiliation-2>, Heather Padilla <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Padilla+H&cauthor_id=37487205> 1 <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37487205/#full-view-affiliation-1>, Emily Anne Vall <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Vall+EA&cauthor_id=37487205> 3 <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37487205/#full-view-affiliation-3>, Marion Fedrick <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Fedrick+M&cauthor_id=37487205> 4 <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37487205/#full-view-affiliation-4> Affiliations ExpandPMID: 37487205 Regards Prasad ______________________________________ *Chief Librarian * South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies (SAIACS) 363 Dodda Gubbi Cross Road, Kothanur P.O., Bangalore 77, India Phone: 91 80 2846 5235/5344/ 5649, Fax: 91 80 28465412, www.saiacs.org <yesans(a)gmail.com> ______________________________________ IMPORTANT : This message is intended only for the addressee. It may contain confidential information. Any unauthorized disclosure is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please notify us immediately so that we may correct our internal records. Please then delete the original message. Thank you. P Please consider the environment before printing this email*.*

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Article request
by shashi bhat 20 Nov '24

20 Nov '24

Dear All, One of our faculty needs the following article for academic purposes. If anyone has access to the article, please arrange to send it. Journal of Oral Biosciences. Volume 66, Issue 2, June 2024, Pages 272-280 Revolutionizing the diagnosis of irreversible pulpitis - Current strategies and future directions https://doi.org/10.1016/j.job.2024.03.006 With Regards, Mrs. Shashikala K Librarian, A. B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, NITTE (Deemed to be) UniversityDeralakatte, Mangalore - 575018. Ph: 0824-2204572, 2204963 (ext.-234)Mob: +919448869047.

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UNESCO and the Mohammed Bin Rashid Knowledge Foundation to host the 3rd UNESCO World OER Congress
by Subbiah Arunachalam 19 Nov '24

19 Nov '24

Friends, Please see https://www.unesco.org/en/articles/unesco-and-mohammed-bin-rashid-knowledge… Please open the link and read the short text in full. I wish they had mentioned NPTEL, SWAYAM, and other initiatives from India. Arun

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Request Research Article-reg
by Palanichamy ilangumaran 19 Nov '24

19 Nov '24

  Dear Sir   Request the following  Article for our student ,kindly  give the paper Design and Analysis of Low-Power and Area-Efficient Master-Slave Flip-Flop G. Rajesh Krishna & Rohit Lorenzo: Pages 7889-7898 | Published online: 21 May 2024 IETE Journal of Research. https://doi.org/10.1080/03772063.2024.2354522 Thank you P.ILANGUMARAN SENIOR LIBRARIAN SETHU INSTIUTE OF TECHNOLOGY VIRUDHUNAGAR-626 115  DIST,TAMIL NADU MOBILE : 9789527616, MAIL.kumarilan(a)rediffmail.com  

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Invitation to a Talk on "Constitutional Governance: A Legal Framework" at the Raman Research Institute, Bengaluru
by Library 19 Nov '24

19 Nov '24

Dear Moderator, Please circulate this with LIS professionals. ---------------- Dear LIS Professionals, The Raman Research Institute Library is pleased to invite you to a special talk as part of National Library Week. Title : Constitutional Governance: A Legal Framework Speaker : K. Shivaprasad (Rajiv Gandhi College of Law, Bengaluru) Date & Time : Thursday, 21st November 2024, at 11:00 AM Venue : RRI Auditorium To facilitate security arrangements, we kindly request you to register for the event using the Google Form link provided below on or before 5:30 PM, 20th November 2024: [ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlJ1UzTJoud_jK5zs9LTXgdM3YuhmZEVp… | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlJ1UzTJoud_jK5zs9LTXgdM3YuhmZEVp… ] We look forward to your participation in this insightful session. Best Regards, Dr. Manjunath M RRI Library

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The MIT Press releases report on the future of open access publishing and policy
by Amy Harris 19 Nov '24

19 Nov '24

[with apologies for cross posting] The MIT Press releases report on the future of open access publishing and policy https://mitpress.mit.edu/the-mit-press-releases-report-on-the-future-of-ope… The comprehensive report is the outcome of a National Science Foundation-funded workshop, identifying critical issues in open access publishing and how to address them Today, the MIT Press is releasing a comprehensive report that addresses how open access policies shape research and what is needed to maximize their positive impact on the research ecosystem. The report, entitled “Access to Science & Scholarship 2024: Building an Evidence Base to Support the Future of Open Research Policy<https://assets.pubpub.org/oiucyi8r/MIT%20Press%20Workshop%20-%20Access%20to…>,” is the outcome of a National Science Foundation-funded workshop held at the D.C. headquarters of the American Association for the Advancement of Science on September 20, 2024. While open access aims to democratize knowledge, its implementation has been a factor in the consolidation of the academic publishing industry, an explosion in published articles with inconsistent review and quality control, and new costs that may be hard for researchers and universities to bear, with less affluent schools and regions facing the greatest risk. The workshop examined how open access and other open science policies may affect research and researchers in the future, how to measure their impact, and how to address emerging challenges. The event brought together leading experts to discuss critical issues in open scientific and scholarly publishing. These issues include: * The impact of open access policies on the research ecosystem * The enduring role of peer review in ensuring research quality * The challenges and opportunities of data sharing and curation * The evolving landscape of scholarly communications infrastructure The report identifies key research questions in order to advance open science and scholarship. These include: * How can we better model and anticipate the consequences of government policies on public access to science and scholarship? * How can research funders support experimentation with new and more equitable business models for scientific publishing? * If the dissemination of scholarship is decoupled from peer review and evaluation, who is best suited to perform that evaluation, and how should that process be managed and funded? “This workshop report is a crucial step in building a data-driven roadmap for the future of open science publishing and policy,” said Dr. Phillip Sharp, Institute Professor and Professor of Biology Emeritus at MIT and faculty lead of the working group behind the workshop and the report. “By identifying key research questions around infrastructure, training, technology, and business models, we aim to ensure that open science practices are sustainable and that they contribute to the highest quality research.” The full report is available for download here<https://access-to-science.pubpub.org/pub/httpsaccess-to-sciencepubpuborgpub…>, along with video recordings of the workshop. About the MIT Press: The MIT Press is a leading academic publisher committed to advancing knowledge and innovation. It publishes significant books and journals across a wide range of disciplines spanning science, technology, design, humanities, and social science. For more information, please contact Nick Lindsay at nlindsay(a)mit.edu<mailto:nlindsay@mit.edu>. -- Amy Harris | Senior Manager, Library Relations and Sales Pronouns: She/Her/Hers aeharris(a)mit.edu<mailto:aeharris@mit.edu> | m - 857-331-4265 www.mitpress.mit.edu<http://www.mitpress.mit.edu> The MIT Press 255 Main Street, 9th Floor Cambridge, MA 02142 facebook.com/mitpress | X@mitpress | instagram@mitpress Need assistance? Submit a request to the MIT Press Direct Service Desk<https://mitpress.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/3/group/-1> Book a meeting with me: https://calendly.com/aeharris-1

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OASPA 2024 Conference recordings and slides now available
by Subbiah Arunachalam 13 Nov '24

13 Nov '24

From: OASPA Conference <info(a)oaspa.org> Date: Wed, 13, 20247 We are pleased to share the recordings, slides and interactive mentimeter outputs from this year's OASPA Conference. You can find links on the programme <https://oaspa.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ff27c49b4cb51715a891f73a8&i…> . There is a huge amount of thought-provoking content and we hope you find much of it useful. We are extremely grateful to our sponsors, conference committee, speakers, chairs and attendees for enabling such a rich and enjoyable conference. We will meet again next year in September 2025 and details about that will be coming very soon, so please keep an eye out for that so you can get it in your calendar. Best wishes, Carol [image: Twitter] <https://oaspa.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ff27c49b4cb51715a891f73a8&i…> [image: Website] <https://oaspa.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ff27c49b4cb51715a891f73a8&i…> [image: LinkedIn] <https://oaspa.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ff27c49b4cb51715a891f73a8&i…> [image: Facebook] <https://oaspa.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ff27c49b4cb51715a891f73a8&i…> [image: Twitter] <https://oaspa.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ff27c49b4cb51715a891f73a8&i…> [image: Link] <https://oaspa.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ff27c49b4cb51715a891f73a8&i…> [image: Website] <https://oaspa.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ff27c49b4cb51715a891f73a8&i…>

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Refresher Course in Library and Information Science (Offline) (06.01.2025 to 18.01.2025)
by Vijendra Kumar 13 Nov '24

13 Nov '24

Refresher Course in Library and Information Science (Offline) (06.01.2025 to 18.01.2025) Organised by: UGC-MMTTC (HRDC), University of Rajasthan, Jaipur Interested and eligible candidates may apply: Google Form Link: https://forms.gle/8kGTKEojYjFfYe736 Download Flyer PDF: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1b0SFbSamJNi8lMzBCXsWIw46ydSUC8B3/view?usp=… -- <https://online.vmou.ac.in/General_Instruction.aspx> *वर्धमान महावीर खुला विश्वविद्यालय <http://www.vmou.ac.in>*Vardhman Mahaveer Open University रावतभाटा रोड | Rawatbhata Road कोटा - ३२४०२१ | Kota-324021 (राजस्थान) (Rajasthan) भारत | INDIA TOLL FREE : 1800-180-6166 Students One View <http://wiki.vmou.ac.in/index.php/Students_One_View> : One Solution to all Learner needs !!! AJMER <http://www.vmou.ac.in/ajmer>| BIKANER <http://www.vmou.ac.in/bikaner>| BHARATPUR <http://www.vmou.ac.in/bharatpur>| JAIPUR <http://www.vmou.ac.in/jaipur>| JODHPUR <http://www.vmou.ac.in/jodhpur>| UDAIPUR <http://www.vmou.ac.in/udaipur>| KOTA <http://www.vmou.ac.in/kota> Youtube <http://www.youtube.com/user/vmouonline/videos> | Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/vmouonline>| Twitter <https://twitter.com/vmouonline> <http://radio.vmou.ac.in:8000/iradio.m3u> *"Print this mail only if absolutely necessary. Save Paper. Save Trees." *

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Vacancies at Dayananda Sagar University for the post of Assistant Librarians and Library Assistant.
by Librarian 13 Nov '24

13 Nov '24

Dayananda Sagar University (DSU), established under Karnataka Act No. 20 of 2013, is a part of Dayananda Sagar Institutions (DSI) which has a student strength of about 32,000. DSU has established it’s new innovation campus over sprawling 130 acres off Kanakapura Road near Harohalli. It has 9 Schools of Study in Medicine, Engineering, Health Sciences, Commerce and Management, Basic and Applied Sciences, Computer Applications, Law, Design and Digital Transmedia, Arts and Humanities. The University offers state-of-the-art infrastructure, excellent academic ambience for professional growth and encouragement to entrepreneurship, innovation as well as incubation. Dayananda Sagar University (DSU) invites applications for the following Posts. 1. Assistant Librarian - 02 Qualification: MLISc Experience: 1-2 years’ experience with technical knowledge. Working Place Kudlu Gate, Hosure Main Road 2. Library Assistant - 01 Qualification: DLISc/ MLISc Working Place: Kudlu Gate, Hosure Main Road Salary: Negotiable. Interested candidates can send their CV/ Resume to the following e-mail id on or before 21/11/2024; ambaresh-library(a)dsu.edu.in Shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview. Regards. Sanjaya H.R Librarian Dayananda Sagar College of Arts Science and Commerce. Kumaraswamy Layout Bengaluru 560111 Phone: - (080) 42161765 sender notified by Mail Track for Gmail <https://www.mailtrack.email/?utm_source=watermark&utm_medium=email> <https://www.mailtrack.email/?utm_source=watermark&utm_medium=email> [image: ft34ddz98tt-c9ad16db255f2e1e] [image: Mailsuite] Sent with Mailsuite · Unsubscribe <https://mailtrack.io/en/privacy/opt-out/unsubscribe/123ede85225567646067942…> 11/13/24, 01:30:41 PM

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Karnataka State Library Association Presents: National Library Week 2024 Celebrations
by Dr. Subhash Reddy B 13 Nov '24

13 Nov '24

Dear Professionals, The Karnataka State Library Association (R), in collaboration with the Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science, is delighted to invite you to join us in celebrating National Library Week 2024 from November 14 to 20. The Program is as follows. Date: 14th November 2024 (Thursday) @ 9.00 AM Rotary Tumkur, in collaboration with the Karnataka State Library Association (R) and the Readbook Foundation, Tumkur, is organizing "Arivu", a community program focused on education and literacy. Chief Guest: Smt. Subha Kalyan, I.A.S., Deputy Commissioner will inaugurate the rally. Rally Approximately 6,000 school students, Starting Point: Town Hall Circle, Tumkur For more details please contact: Dr. S L Kadadevaramath (9449070311) Date: 14th November 2024 (Thursday) @ 2.30 PM Speaker: Dr. M Krishnamurthy, Professor, DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute, Bengaluru Topic: Reading Habits and Information Literacy Venue: Vokkaligara Sangha Dental College & Hospital, PVV, Krishna Rajendra Rd, next to KIMS Hospital, Parvathipuram, Visvesvarapuram, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru - 560 004 Please register: https://forms.gle/BGaQK37B22QCtUV87 For more details please contact: Dr. Shashikala H M (9742941414) ------ Date: 15th November 2024 (Friday) @ 11.00 AM Speakers: Dr. Shivaram B S, Joint Head, ICAST, CSIR-NAL Hybrid mode workshop: Information Discovery and Reference Management Tools for Academic Writing Venue: Alliance University, Chikkahagade Cross, Chandapura, Anekal, Bengaluru - 562 106 Please register: https://forms.office.com/r/1Equ8AJSKx (Registered participants will receive an online participation link.) For more details please contact: Dr. Prakash I N (9880446597) Date: 15th November 2024 (Friday) @ 4.30 PM Speakers: Dr. N. Sriraam, Dean R&D, Dayanand Sagar College of Engineering Topic: "Let’s Hear From Next Gen Users" Panel Discussion with Student Library Users. (Panellists: Monica Umesh, Suprith Patil, Jennifer Lobo, Narasimha Swamy) Venue: IEEE, 5th Floor, World Trade Center, Next to Orion Mall, Near Sandal Soap Metro station, Malleswaram, Bengaluru – 560 55 Please register: https://forms.gle/3NeyWg3zqnC8ixN27 Pls find the link to join the meeting via Zoom. https://ieee.zoom.us/j/97802738711?pwd=Pbm0TNlLwjUZ5bkMiZXstZmmeDFIGi.1 For more details please contact: Dr. Dhanu Pattanashetti (9740846076) ------ Date: 16th November 2024 (Saturday) @ 10.00 AM Speaker: Prof Biplab Sarkar, Professor, FOMC, PES University Topic: AI Tools to Empower Researchers Venue: GJBC 1A Seminar Hall, PES University, RR Campus Please register: https://forms.gle/C3C3PC2rqQEDxrjNA For more details please contact: Dr. Subhash Reddy B (9980833991) ------ Date: 18th November 2024 (Monday) @ 5.00 PM Speaker: Prof. Saroj Mehar, Professor, SSIU, Indian Statistical Institute, Bengaluru Topic: A Journey towards a Smarter Library Venue: Informatics India Ltd, 194, Rashtriya Vidyalaya Rd, 2nd Block, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru Please register: https://forms.gle/HqqBjN9CLKQhkUPj9 For more details please contact: Mr. Devendra Thakur (8380087487) ------ Date: 19th November 2024 (Tuesday) @ 11.30 AM Speaker: Dr Shivananda Bhat K, Professor and Coordinator, DLIS, MAHE, Manipal Topic: Role of Reading and Academic Success Venue: Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), University Road, Deralakatte, Mangaluru – 575018 Please register: https://forms.gle/aGT8ds9SRQUWmZDBA For more details please contact: Dr Mamatha Kumar (9845783853) ------ Date: 20th November 2024 (Wednesday) @ 11.00 AM Speaker Prof. T. D. Kemparaju, Former VC, Bangalore North University Topic: Book Reading Habits Venue: National Public School, Uttarahalli, No.1 Happy Valley Layout, Uttarahalli Main Rd, near Patallamma Temple, Kengeri, Bengaluru 560061 Please register: https://forms.gle/CvjMLuqjLaKiVhhp9 For more details please contact: Ms. Poornima (9886847050) ------ We encourage all library professionals to actively participate in the events of National Library Week 2024. Let’s work together to make it a memorable and successful celebration! With warm regards, Dr. Subhash Reddy B General Secretary and office bearers Karnataka State Library Association (R) www.kalaonline.com

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It’s Not too Late for Open Access in India by Madhan M
by Siddu Huded 12 Nov '24

12 Nov '24

Dear sir/madam, This piece may be of interest to you. It’s Not too Late for Open Access in India by Madhan M The history of open access in India is rife with missed opportunities. But the current moment offers a chance to learn from global experience and develop a more effective strategy. https://katinamagazine.org/content/article/open-knowledge/2024/its-not-too-… Warm regards, Siddu Huded

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OER on medical topics
by Subbiah Arunachalam 11 Nov '24

11 Nov '24

Friends, This may be useful to doctors, surgeon and medical students: https://www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/making-educational-content-open… With best wishes, Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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Request for article
by Varaha Murali Vittal Duvvi 11 Nov '24

11 Nov '24

Respected professionals, One of my faculty needs the following article, If anyone has, please send a copy. Title: appraisal of marketing efficiency of fish Author U. Devi Prasad Journal: Indian journal of Agricultural Marketing Date Jan-Apr 2011 Thank you DVM Vittal (dvmvittal(a)gmail.com) Assistant Librarian GITAM Deemed to be University Hyderabad

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Call for Papers -- International Conference on "AI for the Oceans 2025" being held during 16-18 April 2025.
by Mohan Hr 11 Nov '24

11 Nov '24

Dear All, Greetings We invite you to the *International Conference on AI for the Oceans 2025*, an United Nations Ocean Decade endorsed activity, hosted by the MTS India Section and the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at SRM Institute of Science and Technology. Mark your calendars for April 16-18, 2025, as we explore groundbreaking innovations in Artificial Intelligence for ocean exploration and sustainability. The conference is supported by IEEE Computer Society, Madras Section, Computer Society of India Chennai Chapter and Institute of Ocean Management, Anna University. The conference papers will be published in Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems, Springer (Scopus Indexed). "This publication is endorsed by the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development as a Decade Activity. Use of the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development logo by a non-UN entity does not imply the endorsement of the United Nations of such an entity, its products or services, or of its planned activities. For more information please access: *https://forum.oceandecade.org/page/disclaimer <https://forum.oceandecade.org/page/disclaimer>*" *Date: *April 16-18, 2025 *Location: *SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, India *Website: **www.aiforoceans2025.com <http://clicks.memberclicks-mail.net/ls/click?upn=u001.EjJqqfNgdJMtv-2B0gmuO…>* *Contact: **aiforoceans(a)gmail.com <http://clicks.memberclicks-mail.net/ls/click?upn=u001.EjJqqfNgdJMtv-2B0gmuO…>* About the Conference: AI for the Oceans 2025 is an unparalleled opportunity to dive deep into the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and oceanic research. This conference builds on the momentum of the 2023 MTS TechSurge "AI for the Oceans" and will feature 12 sessions across 12 tracks, focusing on themes critical to ocean health, sustainability, and global collaboration. Join us as we bring together scientists, policymakers, and industry leaders to address marine conservation, climate change mitigation, and more. Theme Areas Include: Underwater Robotics & IoT; Ocean Observation and Early Warning; Data Analytics in Oceans; Exploration in Oceans; Polar Science; Underwater Communication;Satellite Oceanography;Ocean Surveillance; Logistics & Shipping in Ocean; Marine Instrumentation; Climate Forecasting in Ocean; Fisheries Oceanography; Offshore Structures and Other Engineering Domains *Call for Papers: *We invite original research papers on the conference themes from researchers, professionals, industry delegates, academia, and students. Submit your abstracts in MS Word format to aiforoceans(a)gmail.com by November 20, 2024. Full papers are due December 10 , 2024. For more about the conference tracks, sessions, and submission guidelines, pl visit https://www.aiforoceans2025.com/ Don't miss this chance to contribute to and learn from the latest advancements in AI for oceanic research! Selected papers will be published as conference proceedings. Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfD2YOU4x91rkTKYUWwseZTyA2dOtXSHKd… For paper submission, pl visit https://www.aiforoceans2025.com/paper-submission With regards Dr. J. Preetha Roselyn Chairman, MTS India Section Professor, SRMIST, Kattankulathur Mobile: +91 9884646775

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Annual expenditure on STEM and HSS journal subscription, and annual expenditure on APC paid to journals for the period 2014-2023
by Subbiah Arunachalam 09 Nov '24

09 Nov '24

Friends, A large part of research in India is funded mostly by one or the other of the Govt funding agencies. The total amount invested on R&D hovers around 0.65-0.7% of GDP, very small compared to some other countries which invest upwards of 4% of GDP. On top of it, not all that meagre some is used for research - on research fellows, laboratory supplies and equipment, setting up facilities (like astronomical observatories or neutrino observation centres), hosting and taking part in conferences/workshops, etc. A part of the money goes to subscribing to journals, a large number of them by a few greedy publishers who report profit margins of around 3% year after year and on APC towards publishing papers in certain journals supposed to be 'prestigious.' Would some member of this forum, preferably someone interested in the cost of doing science, invest some time to examine how much has been the outflow of money from India towards APC annually say since 2015. Also the amount spent on subscribing to overseas journals, both STEM and HSS, annually? With best wishes, Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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NATIONAL WORKSHOP ON STATISTICAL DATA ANALYSIS USING SPSS
by Sivankutty Vs 08 Nov '24

08 Nov '24

*Dear Sir,* *Please post this matter in LIS Forum* *Dear Sir/Madam,* *Kerala Library Association, Ernakulam Region In Association With* *St Teresa's College (Autonomous), Ernakulam jointly organises a* *NATIONAL WORKSHOP ON STATISTICAL DATA ANALYSIS USING SPSS* *ON 23RD NOVEMBER 2024, SATURDAY* *About the Workshop* The workshop aims to foster a foundational understanding of statistical data analysis, emphasizing its significance within the academic realm, especially for social science researchers. This program is designed to enhance participants' research capabilities by equipping them with essential knowledge on selecting appropriate statistical tests and interpreting results in a format widely recognized in academic projects and publications. Additionally, the workshop includes an introductory session on SPSS software, employing basic-level sample data to facilitate practical insights into effective data analysis methodologies. *Key Takeaways from the Workshop* - Foundational understanding of Research and the Role of Statistics in Research - Core concepts of Statistics for Project Development and Analysis - Comprehension of Descriptive Statistics and their applications - Identifying and selecting appropriate statistical tests based on sample characteristics - Techniques for conducting Statistical Tests for Small Sample Sizes - Methods for Statistical Analysis with Medium Sample Sizes - Practical SPSS training, applying knowledge to real-world research scenarios on the topics covered VENUE: St Teresa's College (Autonomous) DATE: 23RD NOVEMBER 2024, SATURDAY *RESOURCE PERSON: Dr. PRASANTH KUMAR M*. Associate Professor and Head, PG Department of Commerce & Management Naipunnya School of Management, Cherthala, Kerala *Registration Fees –Rs 500/-* Demand Draft should be drawn in favour of Kerala Library Association, Ernakulam Region payable at Ernakulam or Via online mode at SB A/C No: 67056166055 SBI CUSAT CAMPUS BRANCH IFSCODE: SBIN0070235 Beneficiary Name: Kerala Library Association Ernakulam Region For more details please visit https://keralalibraryassociation.org/ OR https://teresas.ac.in/event/national-workshop-on-statistical-data-analysis-… To Register, Please click the link given below Online registration is available at: https://forms.gle/vzWd3FR2AvaHhoTm9 For more details contact Dr. Kunjumuhammed V S (Secretary, KLA, Ernakulam Region) Ph:9388478597 Dr. Sivankutty V S, Assistant Librarian, CUSAT , Ph : 9895258101 Sr. Divina, Librarian, St.Teresa’s College (Autonomous), Ph: 9061630665 -- Regards *Dr.Sivankutty VS* *Assistant Librarian* *CUSAT* *Ph: 9895258101*

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National Library Week 2024 Celebrations
by Dr. Subhash Reddy B 08 Nov '24

08 Nov '24

Dear Professionals, The Karnataka State Library Association (R), in collaboration with the Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science, is delighted to invite you to join us in celebrating National Library Week 2024 from November 14 to 20. The Program is as follows. Date: 14th November 2024 (Thursday) @ 9.00 AM Rotary Tumkur, in collaboration with the Karnataka State Library Association (R) and the Readbook Foundation, Tumkur, is organizing "Arivu", a community program focused on education and literacy. Chief Guest: Smt. Subha Kalyan, I.A.S., Deputy Commissioner will inaugurate the rally Rally Approximately 6,000 students, Starting Point: Town Hall Circle, Tumkur For more details please contact: Dr. S L Kadadevaramath (9449070311) ------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: 14th November 2024 (Thursday) @ 2.30 PM Speaker: Dr. M Krishnamurthy, Professor, DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute, Bengaluru Topic: Reading habits through information literacy Venue: Vokkaligara Sangha Dental College & Hospital, PVV, Krishna Rajendra Rd, next to KIMS Hospital, Parvathipuram, Visvesvarapuram, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru - 560 004 Please register: https://forms.gle/BGaQK37B22QCtUV87 For more details please contact: Dr. Shashikala H M (9742941414) ------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: 15th November 2024 (Friday) @ 11.00 AM Speakers: Dr. Shivaram B S, Joint Head, ICAST, CSIR-NAL Hybrid mode workshop: Information Discovery and Reference Management Tools for Academic Writing Venue: Alliance University, Chikkahagade Cross, Chandapura, Anekal, Bengaluru - 562 106 Please register: https://forms.office.com/r/1Equ8AJSKx For more details please contact: Dr. Prakash I N (9880446597) ------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: 15th November 2024 (Friday) @ 4.30 PM Speakers: Dr. N. Sriraam, Dean R&D, Dayanand Sagar College of Engineering Topic: "Let’s Hear From Next Gen Users" Panel discussion with Library users Venue: IEEE, 5th Floor, World Trade Center, Next to Orion Mall, Near Sandal Soap Metro station, Malleswaram, Bengaluru – 560 55 Please register: https://forms.gle/3NeyWg3zqnC8ixN27 For more details please contact: Dr. Dhanu Pattanashetti (9740846076) ------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: 16th November 2024 (Saturday) @ 10.00 AM Speaker: Prof Biplab Sarkar, Professor, FOMC, PES University Topic: AI Tools for Researchers Venue: GJBC 1A Seminar Hall, PES University, RR Campus Please register: https://forms.gle/C3C3PC2rqQEDxrjNA For more details please contact: Dr. Subhash Reddy B (9980833991) ------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: 18th November 2024 (Monday) @ 5.00 PM Speaker: Prof. Saroj Mehar, Professor, SSIU, Indian Statistical Institute, Bengaluru Topic: Expert systems in Library Venue: Informatics India Ltd, 194, Rashtriya Vidyalaya Rd, 2nd Block, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru Please register: https://forms.gle/HqqBjN9CLKQhkUPj9 For more details please contact: Mr. Devendra Thakur (8380087487) ------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: 19th November 2024 (Tuesday) @ 11.30 AM Speaker: Dr Shivananda Bhat K, Professor and Coordinator, DLIS, MAHE, Manipal Topic: Role of reading and academic success Venue: Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), University Road, Deralakatte, Mangaluru – 575018 Please register: https://forms.gle/aGT8ds9SRQUWmZDBA For more details please contact: Dr Mamatha Kumar (9845783853) ------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: 20th November 2024 (Wednesday) @ 11.00 AM Speaker Prof. T. D. Kemparaju, Former VC, Bangalore North University Topic: Book Reading Habits Venue: National Public School, Uttarahalli, No.1 Happy Valley Layout, Uttarahalli Main Rd, near Patallamma Temple, Kengeri, Bengaluru 560061 Please register: https://forms.gle/CvjMLuqjLaKiVhhp9 For more details please contact: Ms. Poornima (9886847050) We encourage all library professionals to actively participate in the events of National Library Week 2024. Let’s work together to make it a memorable and successful celebration! With warm regards, Dr. Subhash Reddy B General Secretary and office bearers Karnataka State Library Association (R) www.kalaonline.com

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One Day Workshop on Recent Trends and Technologies in Libraries" to be held on 27th November 2024 at the Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Centre.
by Sagar Gajbe 07 Nov '24

07 Nov '24

Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Centre Bangalore Centre Library 8th Mile, Mysore Road, Bangalore 560059 ------------------------------ The Library, Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Centre, is pleased to announce “One Day Workshop on Recent Trends and Technologies in Libraries" to be held on 27th November 2024 at the Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Centre. This workshop will feature insightful talks from Dr. Kishore Chandra Satpathy, Chief Librarian, Indian Statistical Institute, who will share his expertise and perspectives on the latest developments shaping the field of Library and Information Sciences. Workshop Details: - Date: 27th November 2024 - Venue: Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Centre Who Should Attend: Professionals, researchers, and students in the fields of Library and Information Science, as well as anyone interested in current advancements in the discipline. Registration: Participation is free; however, prior registration is mandatory due to limited seats (First come First serve). Registrations will open from 8th November 2024, at 12 pm. Please use the following link to register: https://forms.office.com/r/Scxp5VqVjp?origin=lprLink - Working Lunch, Coffee, Tea will be provided free of charge. About the Institute: Indian Statistical Institute is a unique institution devoted to the research, teaching and application of statistics, natural sciences and social sciences and recognised as a Institute of National Importance by an Act of Parliament. The ISI Bangalore centre library was established in 1976 to meet the academic and research interests of the students, scholars, teachers and others . It has one of the best collections of literature on Statistics, Mathematics, Quality Engineering/ Management and Library & Information Science in India. The schedule for the workshop is as follows: Time Topic Speakers 9.30 am to 10.30 am INAUGURATION SESSION 1 10.30 am to 11.30 am Recent Trends and Technologies in Libraries. Dr. Kishore Chandra Satpathy (Chief Librarian, Indian Statistical Institute) 11.30 am to 11.45 am COFFEE BREAK SESSION 2 11.45 am to 1.00 pm Talk by Dr. Kishore Chandra Satpathy Dr. Kishore Chandra Satpathy (Chief Librarian, Indian Statistical Institute) 1.00 pm to 1.45 pm LUNCH SESSION 3 1.45 pm to 3.15 pm Leveraging Reference Management Tools in Research Data Management Mr. Sagar Bhimrao Gajbe and Manjula H.S. (Indian Statistical Institute Bangalore) 3.15 pm to 3.30 pm TEA BREAK SESSION 4 3.30 pm to 5.00 pm Unlocking Data: The Significance of Open Data Repositories in Modern Library Science Dr. M. Krishnamurthy (Professor, DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute Bangalore) Mr. Sagar Bhimrao Gajbe 5.00 pm to 5.30 pm VALEDICTORY SESSION Contact: Mr. Sagar Bhimrao Gajbe Scientific Assistant, Library, Indian Statistical Institute Bangalore Email: sagargajbe(a)isibang.ac.in Use the link to view the PDF of the above Announcement: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DJyLi7tOkmomNV4515PUMpVycntmeINf/view?usp=… -- *With Regards,* *Sagar Gajbe.* *Scientific Assistant 'A'* *Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore.*

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Full text of paper requested
by Rajendra Kumar Jena 06 Nov '24

06 Nov '24

Dear Sir/Madam, Please share the paper mentioned below: https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-031-63901-2_61 Regards, *Rajendra Kumar Jena* Central Library, IIIT Allahabad Deoghat, Jhalwa, Allahabad - 211015 (U.P.) INDIA Phone : 0532-292-2106 (O) "खुद वो बदलाव बनिए जो आप दुनिया में देखना चाहते हैं"। =========================================================== | The great end of life is not knowledge but action. ~ Thomas Henry Huxley (1825 - 95) | | He who has faith, has all, and he who lacks it lacks all. ~ Sri Ramakrishna Paramahansa | =========================================================== ''Be the change you want to see in the world".

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Request for article
by Vidya Subramanian 05 Nov '24

05 Nov '24

The following article is required by our teaching staff for research study https://www.lifeway.com/en/articles/sermon-lydia-model- service-hospitality-acts-16?srsltid=AfmBOoqz5sK85NFVOCMmQCmS4MvXgV Esd4lWkdai1Z9QLK0meWyzve0j Kindly help Regards -- Mrs. Vidya Subramanian Librarian,' Dr. Bhanuben Mahendra Nanavati College of Home Science Matunga, Mumbai 400019

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Book Chapter required
by Gaurang Raval 05 Nov '24

05 Nov '24

Dear Sir/Madam Greetings of the Day...! One of our Library Patrons is looking for a Book for the academic usage which is not available/accessible to us. Details: 1) https://www.taylorfrancis.com/chapters/mono/10.1201/9780429461484-1/cyberse… It will be great if you can help us. (Email ID: gaurang.raval(a)rru.ac.in) Thank you in advance Regards | सादर *Gaurang Raval *| *गौरांग रावल* Library & Information Officer | पुस्तकालय और सूचना अधिकारी *Rashtriya Raksha University India *| *राष्ट्रीय रक्षा विश्वविद्यालय भारत* Lavad - Dehgam, Gandhinagar – 382305 | लवाड - देहगाम, गांधीनगर - ३८२३०५ Gujarat, India | गुजरात, भारत Contact No: 8160885285; Ext. 41034 | संपर्क नंबर: ८१६०८८५२८५; इण्टरकॉम ४१०३४ https://rru.ac.in/mr-gaurang-raval/ RRU <https://rru.ac.in/>| Library <https://rru.ac.in/library-facilities/> | OPAC <https://opac.rru.ac.in/>| MyLOFT <https://www.myloft.xyz/>|Turnitin <https://rruniversity.turnitin.com/>

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Re: K. N. Raj Online Bibliography
by Sriram V 05 Nov '24

05 Nov '24

Dear Sir/Madam, The K. N. Raj Library, CDS, Thiruvananthapuram is happy to present the online bibliography of Dr. K. N. Raj. URL: https://www.zotero.org/groups/5542435/knraj_collection/library Features:  Search for publications by and about K. N. Raj  Easily cite these works in your writings  Quickly generate bibliography/references  Free. Open. Web-based. No software download.  Built with open-source citation manager Zotero  Seamlessly export data to your citation software  Access URL - https://www.zotero.org/groups/5542435/knraj_collection/library This is a work in progress. Suggestions, additions, and help requests are welcome. Email: lib(a)cds.edu Thanking you, Yours sincerely, V. Sriram Chief Librarian, K N Raj Library Centre For Development Studies Prasanth Nagar, Ulloor Thiruvananthapuram - 695011. India P +91 471 2774200 C +91 94472 51892 E-mail: lib(a)cds.edu

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Request to the full text text article
by anzar a 05 Nov '24

05 Nov '24

Sir, Sir I am a library professional from engineering college and requested to send me the full text article of the following titles Jyothy VM, Jims John Wessley G (2023) A Numerical study of dif- ferent jet tab configurations for thrust vector control in supersonic vehicles. In: ASTFE 8th Thermal and Fluids Engineering Confer- ence (TFEC) March, 26-29, 2023, College Park, MD, US. https:// doi.org/10.1615/TFEC2023.ahp.046347 [11/3, 20:36] Anzar.A: Jyothy VM, Jims John G, Wessley N (2023) Study of jet tabs in 2-D convergent-divergent nozzle for thrust vectoring in aerial vehicles. Int J Intell Unmann Syst. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJIUS-11-2022- 0131. (ISSN: 2049-6427) With regards Anzar.A Librarian CEM Kerala Mob 9037723730

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Invitation to the General Body Meeting of Karnataka State Library Association (R)
by Dr. Subhash Reddy B 04 Nov '24

04 Nov '24

Dear Sir/Madam, We are pleased to invite you to the General Body Meeting of the Karnataka State Library Association (R), scheduled as follows: Date : Sunday, 1st December 2024 Time : 11:00 AM Venue : Granthangana, City Central Library, West Zone, RPC Layout, Bengaluru – 560 040 https://maps.app.goo.gl/qbEdAorNGfPeGPYs6 Agenda: 1. Presentation of Annual Reports on KALA activities for the years 2022-23 and 2023-24 2. Review and approval of the Audit Statements for 2022-23 and 2023-24 3. Elections to the Governing Body for the term 2024-2026 Your participation is crucial, and we kindly request you to make it convenient to attend the meeting. Thank you, Yours sincerely, Dr. Subhash Reddy B General Secretary Karnataka State Library Association (R)

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HOW TO WRITE GOOD AI PROMPTS Registration date extended to November 10th
by Vimal Kumar V. 04 Nov '24

04 Nov '24

5-Day Online Training by Kerala Library Association Dates: Nov 11-15th, 7:30 PM Fee: ₹750 Register: https://forms.gle/VHjDZmbb14dDxU3G7 Learn to write effective prompts for ChatGPT, Gemini & more! For: Educators, Researchers, Library Professionals Get: Printed Certificate, AI Skills for the 21st Century Contact: Dr. Vimal Kumar V. Secretary, Kerala Library Association, Kottayam Region. More details at https://klaweblog.wordpress.com/2024/10/21/how-to-write-good-ai-prompts-fiv… -- *Vimal Kumar V., PhD* Reference Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala-686560 ------------------------------------------ My Home page:www.vimalkumar.info My Blogs:linuxhalwa.blogspot.com kohageek.blogspot.com moovandan.blogspot.com ----------------------------------------------------------- *"The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." Alvin Toffler*

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Digital Accessibility and The EAA
by John Akeroyd 03 Nov '24

03 Nov '24

Dear All, You are invited to join a free webinar by Cenfor International: *Are you prepared for implementing the European Accessibility Act (EAA) by June 2025? A look at the legal and technological implications* *NOVEMBER 26TH AT 11:00AM CET* The webinar will be recorded and a certificate of participation will be issued if needed. The seminar will take place on Zoom. Simultaneous translation from Italian to English will be available. The webinar is aimed at Academic Institutions, Libraries, Publishers, Government Institutions and Companies that will have to adapt their content to the accessibility requirements established by the EU guideline. The theme is about accessibility and inclusion according to the United Nation 2030 Agenda, a subject area that Cenfor has been dealing with since 2017 by offering a specialised team on this topic. The speakers at the event are national and international experts in the field, who are available to answer your questions. To register, please email laura.lentini(a)cenfor.net with your contact information. Complete programme: https://www.cenfor.net/images/PDF/ENG_WEBINAR-EAA_November-26-2024.pdf Best wishes, Laura Lentini *Iscrivetevi <https://www.cenfor.net/113-webinar#EAA> al nostro webinar gratuito sull'European Accessibility Act (26 novembre ore 11:00)* Laura Lentini +39 010 313567 *laura.lentini(a)cenfor.net* http://www.cenfor.net

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Many books and recordings will come into the public domain soon
by Subbiah Arunachalam 03 Nov '24

03 Nov '24

Friends, Come the New Year's Day in less than two months, we will be able to access for free a very large number of books and recordings (whose copyright expires this year). Please see https://everybodyslibraries.com/2024/11/01/the-remainder-of-the-roaring-20s… . Do we have an annual list of books published in India (and recordings) that go out of copyright and thus become freely accessible to the public? I don't know. With warm regards, Arun

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by Raunak Sood 02 Nov '24

02 Nov '24

Dear All, I humbly request help for research that please give me access to this article. It will be a great help. Nebile Pelin MantÄ±, Antonio Carlo, Devanshu Jha, An extended review on cyber vulnerabilities of AI technologies in space applications: Technological challenges and international governance of AI, Journal of Space Safety Engineering, Volume 10, Issue 4, 2023, Pages 447-458, ISSN 2468-8967, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsse.2023.08.003. (https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S246889672300068X) Apologies in advance fir any trouble caused. Thanking You In Advance Raunak Sood 8091722732

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Forthcoming Events in Nov 2024
by Mohan Hr 02 Nov '24

02 Nov '24

*Forthcoming Events in Nov 2024* 7th Nov 2024. IEEE CS Day @ SJIT. In-person Pgm The IEEE Computer Society, Madras, IEEE CS SBC, IEEE SB at St. Joseph’s Institute of Technology cordially invites you to attend a one-day in-person event. Theme: Trends in UI/UX Design Date & Time & Venue: 7th Nov 2024 from 8.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m IST. St. Joseph’s Institute of Technology, OMR, Chennai. Registration Fee: Rs. 50 (fifty only) for IEEE/ CSI / ACM / IEI Members & Rs. 100 (one hundred only) for all others. The Registration Fee Includes: Kit, Refreshments, Lunch and e-Certificate of Participation and Transport Facilities of St.Joseph’s Technology. (optional) Registration Link: https://forms.gle/Eoq9ZXWHbrtpaAFV6 Last Date to Register: 4th Nov 2024 Detailed Announcement: https://bit.ly/ieeecsday-sjit-invite 9th Nov 2024 at 6 pm IST. Webinar IEEE CS Madras, CSI Chennai, ACM Chennai & Hindustan Chamber of Commerce cordially invite you to the webinar Topic: Scaling Generative AI from Proof of Concept to Production Speaker: Mr. S Vaithialingam, Technology Head – Generative AI Solutions and Delivery, Tata Consultancy Services Ltd Date: Saturday, 9th Nov 2024 :: Time: 6 pm to 7.15 pm IST PDF invite at https://bit.ly/web-241109-genai-poc-production-invite Register at https://bit.ly/web-241109-genai-poc-production 23rd Nov 2024 at 6 pm IST. Webinar CSI Chennai, IEEE CS Madras & ACM Chennai cordially invite you to the webinar Topic: AI, ML and AIoT: A Unified Approach for IoT Developers Speaker: Dr. S. Jayakumar, Signal Processing Engineer, Mistral Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore Date: Saturday, 23rd Nov 2024 :: Time: 6.00 pm to 7.15 pm IST PDF invite at https://bit.ly/web-241123-ai-ml-aiot-invite Register at https://bit.ly/web-241123-ai-ml-aiot *HRM-CSE/IT Information Resources WhatsApp Groups* On a periodic intervals, 5-7 information resources in CSE/IT and related areas are posted as a message in CSE /IT WhatsApp groups. To get the information resources post, you are welcome to join the WhatsApp group. Pl visit https://lnkd.in/gSDGMmSW to join the CSE/IT WhatsApp group of your specific category (Students / Faculty / Professionals) and get regular updates on events, reference materials and other information in the CSE/IT and related areas. You can see the archives of such Information Resources at https://lnkd.in/gYA2Dunp

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Awareness Programme on RDM by INFLIBNET @ CUTN
by Sudhier K G Pillai 02 Nov '24

02 Nov '24

Dear Professionals, Dept. of Library & Information Science, Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN) in association with INFLIBNET Centre, Ahmedabad organising a One day Awareness programme on Research data Management on Monday November 25, 2024. The LIS professionals, Students and Scholars, especially from South India are requested to take part in the programme. For more details and Registration visit: https://hrd.inflibnet.ac.in/DataCite-GAF/collaborative.php https://hrd.inflibnet.ac.in/DataCite-GAF/docs/RDM_CUTN.pdf सादर धन्‍यवाद / Thanks & Regards *K. G. SUDHIER *PhD*/** के. जी. सुधीर *पीएचडी Assistant Professor/ सहायक आचार्य Dept. of Library & Information Science / पुस्तकालय एवं सूचना विज्ञान विभाग School of Communication/संचार पीठ *Central University of Tamil Nadu <http://www.cutn.ac.in/> | तमिलनाडु केन्द्रीय विश्वविद्यालय <http://www.cutn.ac.in/>* तिरुवारूर - ६१० ००५ | Thiruvarur - 610 005/ तमिलनाडु (*भारत*) | Tamil Nadu (*INDIA*) अणु डाक/Email: kgsudhier(a)cutn.ac.in <kgsudhier(a)gmail.com>/ चलवार्ता|Mobile : +91 9446484561 *https://sites.google.com/view/kgsudhier/* <https://sites.google.com/view/kgsudhier/>

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A webinar of interest to STEM librarians
by Subbiah Arunachalam 31 Oct '24

31 Oct '24

Friends, This webinar on S2O to be held on 6 November may be of interest to most STEM librarians. Please see : https://bit.ly/registration-nov24 and https://www.oaspa.org/events/wayfinders-4-a-deep-dive-into-s2o-subscribe-to… . The S2O model for serials pioneered by Annual Reviews Inc. about five years ago and the D2O model pioneered by the MIT Press follow the Gandhian ideal of Trusteeship. Those who can afford to pay pay enough so those who cannot pay also enjoy the benefits. Only a few subscribers to cover the costs, but the whole world can read. That is one model of open access. India being the third largest producer of STEM publications and having aspirations of becoming a scientific superpower, it is only fair we support such initiatives as well as other existing earlier initiatives providing Green open access such as *arXiv*. [I understand that a few Indian institutions, e.g. Matscience , Chennai, do support *arXiv*, but not as many as would be commensurate with the size of our physics community and their research output.] -- Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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One day awareness programme on Research Data Management, Nov 30, 2024
by Shamprasad Pujar 29 Oct '24

29 Oct '24

Dear Members, IGIDR in association with INFLIBNET is organizing a one day awareness programme on Research Data Management (RDM) on Saturday, November 30, 2024. The members from the Western region are requested to take part in the event. You may find more information and registration details @ https://hrd.inflibnet.ac.in/DataCite-GAF/docs/RDM_IGIDR.pdf Thanks and Regards, Shamprasad M. Pujar, PhD Chief Librarian Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research Gen Vaidya Marg, Goregaon (East) MUMBAI-400 065, India Phone: ++91-22-6909 6528 E-mail: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in

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PAST 2025-26: NEW grant program for history of science in India -- Info session on Oct 29
by Venkat Srinivasan 28 Oct '24

28 Oct '24

Program for the Archiving of Science and Technology (PAST) Call for Project Proposals, 2025-26 Funding up to Rs 10 lakhs per project Proposal Deadline: 15 November, 2024 Project time-line (up to 12 months between): 1 February, 2025 - 15 February, 2026 Grant program to preserve diverse histories of science and technology in contemporary India, with a focus on archival material relating to marginalised and under-represented histories. Open to individuals, communities, organisations, and more. 12-month free training and archiving program, with funding up to Rs 10 lakhs. Full details and submission form: https://archives.ncbs.res.in/past Upcoming Online Information Sessions: 4:00 PM IST on 29 October, 2024 and 11 November, 2024 https://zoom.us/j/96198987165?pwd=KS2cgvGanxM8CkSvVQxkCQK6AzQFsF.1 Meeting ID: 961 9898 7165 Passcode: 1TaTSy This program is thanks to generous funding from Arcadia, a charitable foundation that works to protect nature, preserve cultural heritage and promote open access to knowledge. *** -- Venkat Srinivasan Archives, National Centre for Biological Sciences Tata Institute of Fundamental Research Bellary Road, Bangalore - 560065 venkats(a)ncbs.res.in

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Help needed for "The space risk and commercial space insurance"
by Raunak Sood 27 Oct '24

27 Oct '24

Please help me get access to this document Here is the link to "The space risk and commercial space insurance": https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/0265964693900244 Raunak Sood 8091722732

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Please help
by Raunak Sood 24 Oct '24

24 Oct '24

Respected All, Please help me by giving me access to this: Martin, A. (2022, September 15). Human-Robotic Cooperative Space Exploration. Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Planetary Science. Retrieved 22 Oct. 2024, from https://oxfordre.com/planetaryscience/view/10.1093/acrefore/9780190647926.0… . DOI: https://doi.org/10.1093/acrefore/9780190647926.013.219 Warm Regards Mr. Raunak Sood Phone No: +91-8091722732

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Request article for our Research Scholar
by Palanichamy ilangumaran 24 Oct '24

24 Oct '24

Dear sir Request the following Paper need to our Research Scholar kindly give any one  support our scholar  Title:MRI Generated From CT for Acute Ischemic Stroke Combining Radiomics and Generative Adversarial Networks, Eryan Feng, Pinle Qin, Rui Chai, Jianchao Zeng, Qi Wang, Yanfeng Meng, Peng Wang,  IEEE Journal Biomed Health Informatics, 2022 Dec, doi: 10.1109/JBHI.2022.3205961. P.ILANGUMARAN SENIOR LIBRARIAN SETHU INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY KARIAPATTI-626 115 VIRUDHUNAGAR DIST,TAMIL  NADU MOBILE;9789527616 EMAIL;kumarilan(a)rediffmail.com  

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When researchers pay to publish: Results from a survey on APCs in four countries
by Subbiah Arunachalam 20 Oct '24

20 Oct '24

Friends, This paper may be of interest to many of you. It would be nice if some PhD student could carry out a similar survey on paying to publish among Indian researchers (in both STEM and HSS). This study surveyed authors in Argentina, Brazil, Mexico and South Africa. https://arxiv.org/abs/2410.12144 Unfortunately none of us knows for sure how much India is spending annually on APC paid to overseas publishers and how much of it is from the taxpayers, although some people attempted to GUESS it. With warm regards, Arun

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Call For Paper-ICRSP,2024
by Jogen Sharma 18 Oct '24

18 Oct '24

Dear Sir/Madam Greetings from MDI Murshidabad. It is our great pleasure to extend a warm welcome to the online *International Conference on Resilience and Sustainable Performance,* organized by *MDI Murshidabad *and scheduled for *6th-7th Dec, 2024*. It aims to provide a vibrant platform for scholars, academicians, practitioners, and policymakers to discuss and disseminate the finest research in the area of resilience and sustainable practices in each discipline of management such as HR/OB, Marketing, Finance and economics, IT, Entrepreneurships and Operation. Participation from more than 50 countries are expected to attend the conference. We cordially invite you to submit your *research papers, case studies and working projects* on the conference-suggested themes and send the papers to icrsp(a)mdim.ac.in or https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=icrsp2024. *Important Dates* Abstract Submission Deadline: *21st October 2024* Full Paper Submission Deadline: *15th November 2024* Conference Registration Deadline: *31st October 2024* *Key Highlights of the conference:* - Opportunity to publish the presented paper in ABDC ranked and Scopus indexed *MDI Gurgaon journal ‘Vision: The business Perspective’* - Opportunity to publish in *Edited Book* by *Bloomsbury (Scopus Indexed with ISBN)* - Provide platform to connect with Editor-in-chief and Associate Editor for their valuable inputs to improvise and opportunity to publish paper in top tier journals of ABDC category and Scopus indexed journals - Workshops would be conducted by Resource persons who are top 2% scientists as per Stanford list of top scientists 2024. Additionally, we will be recognizing academic excellence with a *"Best Paper Award"* for each technical track of the conference. We request that you kindly circulate the conference Webpage <https://www.mdim.ac.in/icrsp-2024/> within your network to encourage broader participation. *Learn more*: *Conference Webpage Link*: https://www.mdim.ac.in/icrsp-2024/ We eagerly anticipate your submissions and welcome you to this enriching and collaborative online international conference. Warm Regards ICRSP Team *M*: +91 *9143057233, **Office*:+91 9674727164 / 9674757164 (Extn.-141) *A: <https://goo.gl/maps/agj21QMqSir3iRjG7>* Kulori, Uttar Ramna P.S. Raghunathganj, Dist.-Murshidabad, PIN 742235, West Bengal, IN

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CABI author workshops: how to get published – 7 November 2024
by Maria Campbell 17 Oct '24

17 Oct '24

*With apologies for cross-posting* Dear colleagues, We are pleased to announce two free author workshops taking place on Thursday 7 November 2024. If you support researchers interested in publishing their work, suggest they join CABI's Publishers to find out more about the processes involved and their tips for successful publication. The workshops will cover journals, books, case studies and Compendium datasheets. There will also be a Q&A at the end. - Free workshops - 7 November 2024 at 08:00 AM and repeated at 02:00 PM GMT Registration for the morning session<https://cabi.zoom.us/webinar/register/5317284661736/WN_l2Mnr274QiigFxECHZv7…>. Registration for the afternoon session<https://cabi.zoom.us/webinar/register/3917284706583/WN_dxSJgh4sSAKQu7v9ihfi…>. Please feel free to share the links. The content is the same in both webinars (register for one session). Thank you for your attention. Maria Campbell Marketing Manager, CABI cabi.org - cabidigitallibrary.org P Think Green - don't print this email unless you really need to ************************************************************************ The information contained in this e-mail and any files transmitted with it is confidential and is for the exclusive use of the intended recipient. If you are not the intended recipient please note that any distribution, copying or use of this communication or the information in it is prohibited. Whilst CAB International trading as CABI takes steps to prevent the transmission of viruses via e-mail, we cannot guarantee that any e-mail or attachment is free from computer viruses and you are strongly advised to undertake your own anti-virus precautions. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us by e-mail at helpdesk(a)cabi.org or by telephone on +44 (0)1491 829199 and then delete the e-mail and any copies of it. CABI is an International Organization recognised by the UK Government under Statutory Instrument 1982 No. 1071... **************************************************************************

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Re: The B&M Gates Foundation's new OA Policy
by Meghana Sanjeeva 17 Oct '24

17 Oct '24

till research assesment parameters dont change people will continue with APC Publishers will find new ways like big words Transformative Agreements These are now glorified by Institutions From: Subbiah Arunachalam via LIS-Forum <lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> Sent: Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:44:32 To: LIS-Forum <lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> Subject: [LIS-Forum] The B&M Gates Foundation's new OA Policy Friends, If you have not seen it before, here are the main points of the new OA Policy of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: https://openaccess.gatesfoundation.org/open-access-policy/2025-open-access-…. Funded Manuscripts Will Be Available. As soon as possible and to the extent feasible, Funded Manuscripts shall be published as a preprint in a preprint server recognized by the foundation or preapproved preprint server which applies a sufficient level of scrutiny to submissions. Accepted articles shall be deposited immediately upon publication in PubMed Central (PMC), or in another openly accessible repository, with proper metadata tagging identifying Gates funding. In addition, grantees shall disseminate Funded Manuscripts as described in their funding agreements with the foundation, including as described in any proposal or Global Access commitments.Dissemination of Funded Manuscripts Will Be On “Open Access” Terms. All Funded Manuscripts, including any subsequent updates to key conclusions, shall be available immediately, without any embargo, under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) or an equivalent license. This will permit all users to copy, redistribute, transform, and build on the material in any medium or format for any purpose (including commercial) without further permission or fees being required.Gates Grantees Will Retain Copyright. Grantees shall retain sufficient copyright in Funded Manuscripts to ensure such Funded Manuscripts are deposited into an open-access repository and published under the CC-BY 4.0 or equivalent license.Underlying Data Will Be Accessible Immediately. The Foundation requires that underlying data supporting the Funded Manuscripts shall be made accessible immediately and as open as possible upon availability of the Funded Manuscripts, subject to any applicable ethical, legal, or regulatory requirements or restrictions. All Funded Manuscripts must be accompanied by an Underlying Data Availability Statement that describes where any primary data, associated metadata, original software, and any additional relevant materials or information necessary to understand, assess, and replicate t he Funded Manuscripts findings in totality can be found. Grantees are encouraged to adhere to the FAIR principles to improve the findability, accessibility, interoperability, and reuse of digital assets.The Foundation Will Not Pay Article Processing Charges (APC). Any publication fees are the responsibility of the grantees and their co-authors.Compliance Is A Requirement of Funding. This Open Access policy applies to all Funded Manuscripts, whether the funding is in whole or in part. Compliance will be continuously reviewed, and grantees and authors will be contacted when they are non-compliant.As appropriate, Grantees should include the following acknowledgment and notice in Funded Manuscripts:“This work was supported, in whole or in part, by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation [Grant number]. The conclusions and opinions expressed in this work are those of the author(s) alone and shall not be attributed to the Foundation. Under the grant conditions of the Foundation, a Cr eative Commons Attribution 4.0 License has already been assigned to the Author Accepted Manuscript version that might arise from this submission. Please note works submitted as a preprint have not undergone a peer review process.”Please note that (1) the first announcement of any new finding resulting from Gates funding must be through PREPRINT(S), and (2). No APC can be paid out of the funds. Why can't the Govt of India agencies funding R&D insist on these conditions ('Preprints first' and 'No APC')? Why can't Indian researchers say good bye to commercial journals charging APC? Arunhttp://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009 _______________________________________________ LIS-Forum mailing list -- lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in To unsubscribe send an email to lis-forum-leave(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in

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FDP on EMERGING RESEARCH TOOLS AND MODELS IN THE AI ENVIRONMENT
by meera anand 16 Oct '24

16 Oct '24

Dear Sir/Madam Warm Greetings from JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) Bengaluru We are pleased to invite you to the Eight-Day Faculty Development Program on “EMERGING RESEARCH TOOLS AND MODELS IN THE AI ENVIRONMENT” organized by the Department of Economics in collaboration with the Learning Resource Center, JAIN (Deemed to be University) Bengaluru. FDP Dates: October 18th – 26th 2024 Duration: 8 Days (90 minutes per day) Mode: Online and last day is offline Online: 18th 19th 21st 22nd 23rd 24th & 25th October 2024 Offline: 26th October Venue: Conference Hall 3 Second Floor JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) JGI Knowledge Campus Jayanagar Bengaluru FDP SCHEDULE DAY 1 – 18th October 2024 / Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (IST) Topic: RESEARCH DATA ANALYTICS Speaker: Dr. Simon Fong, Department of Computer Science, University of Macau, Macau DAY 2 – 19th October 2024 / Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (IST) Topic: IMPACT EVALUATION ASSESSMENT (Time Series Data using EViews) Speaker: Dr. Abate Yesigat, HoD, Economics, Hawassa University, Ethiopia DAY 3 – 21st October 2024 / Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (IST) Topic: BIBLIOMETRIC AND SCIENTOMETRIC ANALYSIS Speaker: Dr. Palaniyandy, Documentation Expert, M/s Corporate Governance Advisory Services (CGAS) Industry Expert, Bengaluru DAY 4 – 22nd October 2024 / Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (IST) Topic: NEW TOOLS IN RESEARCH BENEFITS AND LIMITS Speaker: Dr. Pit Pichappan, Senior Scientist, Digital Information Research Labs, India and UK DAY 5 – 23rd October 2024 / Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (IST) Topic: ADVANCED DATA ANALYSIS USING SPSS Speaker: Dr. Lalit Prasad, Professor, Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Management Studies, Pune DAY 6 – 24th October 2024 / Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (IST) Topic: PREDATORY JOURNALS - POTENTIAL THREATS TO ACADEMIC PUBLISHING Speaker: Dr. B. T. Sampath Kumar, Professor & Chairman, Department of Library & Information Science, Tumkuru University, Tumkuru DAY 7 – 25th October 2024 / Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (IST) Topic: DATA ANALYSIS USING MICROSOFT POWER BI Speaker: Dr. Biplab Sarkar, Professor & Head, Centre for Business Data Analytics, PES University, Bengaluru DAY 8 – 26th October 2024 / Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (IST) Topic: HANDS ON TRAINING ON ADVANCED DATA ANALYSIS SOFTWARES (Offline) REGISTRATION LINK: https://forms.gle/tT9X9wgDukUUqxCD8 Registration Fee (Including GST) Delegate Type - Fee Faculty Members - Rs.1,500 Research Scholars & Students - Rs.1,000 Industry & Corporates - Rs.2,000 Foreign Participants - $ 25 PAYMENT DETAILS: Name: JAIN UNIVERSITY Account No.: 60143268072 Bank: Bank of Maharashtra Branch: J P Nagar 6th Phase IFSC Code: MAHB0001155 MICR Code: 560014013 Last Date for Registration: 18th October 2024 (before 01.00PM) For more details contacts: 9964539646/ 9845500343/ 9491853852 Email id: fdp.economics.shss(a)gmail.com Please Note: Certificates and FDP materials will only be provided to registered participants. OOD facility is available to the participants We are looking forward to your active participation. With Best Regards Dr. Meeramani N Librarian JAIN (Deemed to be University) Bangalore- 560 069 E-mail: n.meeramani(a)jainuniversity.ac.in

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The B&M Gates Foundation's new OA Policy
by Subbiah Arunachalam 16 Oct '24

16 Oct '24

Friends, If you have not seen it before, here are the main points of the new OA Policy of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: https://openaccess.gatesfoundation.org/open-access-policy/2025-open-access-… . 1. Funded Manuscripts Will Be Available. As soon as possible and to the extent feasible, Funded Manuscripts shall be published as a preprint in a preprint server recognized by the foundation or preapproved preprint server which applies a sufficient level of scrutiny to submissions. Accepted articles shall be deposited immediately upon publication in PubMed Central (PMC), or in another openly accessible repository, with proper metadata tagging identifying Gates funding. In addition, grantees shall disseminate Funded Manuscripts as described in their funding agreements with the foundation, including as described in any proposal or Global Access commitments. 2. Dissemination of Funded Manuscripts Will Be On “Open Access” Terms. All Funded Manuscripts, including any subsequent updates to key conclusions, shall be available immediately, without any embargo, under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/> or an equivalent license. This will permit all users to copy, redistribute, transform, and build on the material in any medium or format for any purpose (including commercial) without further permission or fees being required. 3. Gates Grantees Will Retain Copyright. Grantees shall retain sufficient copyright in Funded Manuscripts to ensure such Funded Manuscripts are deposited into an open-access repository and published under the CC-BY 4.0 or equivalent license. 4. Underlying Data Will Be Accessible Immediately. The Foundation requires that underlying data supporting the Funded Manuscripts shall be made accessible immediately and as open as possible upon availability of the Funded Manuscripts, subject to any applicable ethical, legal, or regulatory requirements or restrictions. All Funded Manuscripts must be accompanied by an Underlying Data Availability Statement that describes where any primary data, associated metadata, original software, and any additional relevant materials or information necessary to understand, assess, and replicate the Funded Manuscripts findings in totality can be found. Grantees are encouraged to adhere to the FAIR principles <https://www.go-fair.org/fair-principles/> to improve the findability, accessibility, interoperability, and reuse of digital assets. 5. The Foundation Will Not Pay Article Processing Charges (APC). Any publication fees are the responsibility of the grantees and their co-authors. 6. Compliance Is A Requirement of Funding. This Open Access policy applies to all Funded Manuscripts, whether the funding is in whole or in part. Compliance will be continuously reviewed, and grantees and authors will be contacted when they are non-compliant. - As appropriate, Grantees should include the following acknowledgment and notice in Funded Manuscripts: - “This work was supported, in whole or in part, by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation [Grant number]. The conclusions and opinions expressed in this work are those of the author(s) alone and shall not be attributed to the Foundation. Under the grant conditions of the Foundation, a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License has already been assigned to the Author Accepted Manuscript version that might arise from this submission. Please note works submitted as a preprint have not undergone a peer review process.” Please note that (1) the first announcement of any new finding resulting from Gates funding must be through PREPRINT(S), and (2). No APC can be paid out of the funds. Why can't the Govt of India agencies funding R&D insist on these conditions ('Preprints first' and 'No APC')? Why can't Indian researchers say good bye to commercial journals charging APC? Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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Articles required
by Gaurang Raval 15 Oct '24

15 Oct '24

Dear Sir/Madam Greetings from Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat One of our Library Patrons is looking for under mentioned Articles/Book Chapters for his academic study purpose. Details: 1. The value of space activity by Rebecca Lowe; WILEY Vol No: 44 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/ecaf.12676 2. Intellectual property rights in outer space: How can pharmaceutical companies protect COVID-19 vaccine and immunotherapy developments aboard the ISS US national laboratory? By Adnan Jashari, Stefani Stojchevska ;WILEY Vol No: 26 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/jwip.12270 3. Protection of Intellectual Property Rights in Outer Space by Dr. Yun Zhao ; Conference Proceedings of International Aeronautical Congress Vol No: Not known DOI: https://doi.org/10.2514/6.IAC-06-E6.2.A.06 4. Intellectual property protection in Outer Space: reconciling territoriality of Intellectual Property with Non-territoriality in outer space By Dr. Yun Zhao; Elgar Online Vol No: 7 DOI: https://doi.org/10.4337/qmjip.2017.02.01 5. Managing Satellite Debris in Low-Earth Orbit: Incentivizing Ex Ante Satellite Quality and Ex Post Take-Back Programs. Environ Resource Econ 74, 319–336 (2019). By Grzelka, Z., Wagner, J. Springer Vol No: DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10640-019-00320-3 6. The Commercial Exploitation of Outer Space: Issues of Intellectual Property Rights and Liability By Hanneke van Traa-Engelman ;Leiden Journal of International Law Vol No: 4 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/S0922156500002338 7. Is Human Settlement on Mars Marking the Beginning of a New Era of Intellectual Property Rights Protection in Outer Space? In: Froehlich, A. (eds) Assessing a Mars Agreement Including Human Settlements. Studies in Space Policy, vol 30. Springer, Cham. By Němcová, T. (2021).; Springer Vol No: 30 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-65013-1_2 8. Regulating ISS— An interdisciplinary essay By Christian Brünner, Alexander Soucek; Acta Astronautica Vol No: 60 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.actaastro.2006.09.035 9. The property (ownership rights) in outer space: practical cases By Mr. Jairo Andres Becerra Ortiz ; Vol No: DOI: https://doi.org/10.2514/6.IAC-06-E6.2.A.07 10. Current Issues of Legal Regulation of Intellectual Property in Space Field. In: Nechyporuk, M., Pavlikov, V., Kritskiy, D. (eds) Integrated Computer Technologies in Mechanical Engineering - 2021. ICTM 2021. Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems, vol 367. Springer, Cham. By Hordeiuk, A., Ostropilets, A., Bohdaniuk, I. (2022).; Springer Vol No: 367 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-94259-5_62 11. Satellite Communications Regulatory, Legal and Trade Issues. In: Pelton, J.N., Madry, S., Camacho-Lara, S. (eds) Handbook of Satellite Applications. Springer, New York, NY. By Goh Escolar, G.M. (2013).; Handbook of Satellite Applications Vol No: DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4419-7671-0_23 12. International Space Law By Julie L. Housh ;ASCE Library Vol No: DOI: https://doi.org/10.1061/40479(204)118 13. 'The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Outer Space Patents', (2023), By Ambika Aggarwal, Anindya Sircar, ;Air and Space Law Vol No: 48, , Issue 6, pp. 559-580 DOI: https://kluwerlawonline.com/journalarticle/Air+and+Space+Law/48.6/AILA20230… 14. The International Space Station (ISS) Intergovernmental Agreement as a Precedent for Regulating the First Human Settlements on Mars. In: Froehlich, A. (eds) Assessing a Mars Agreement Including Human Settlements. Studies in Space Policy, Cham. By Farsaris, A.E. (2021).; Springer Vol No: vol 30. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-65013-1_6 15. The Pertinent Law for Space-Related Intellectual Property Issues - An Odyssey into TRIPs By S.G. Sreejith ;54th IAC Congress Vol No: DOI: https://doi.org/10.2514/6.IAC-03-W.1.05 16. The Republic of Kazakhstan co-operation with the Russian Federation and other countries of the world in the field of outer space By Y.M. Abaideldinov Y.M. Abaideldinov M.Z. Kulikpayeva A.A. Shakhmova; Vol No: Link: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/290975681_The_Republic_of_Kazakhst… 17. Intellectual property issues in the use and distribution of remote sensing data By L.J. Smith C. Doldirina ; Vol No: Link: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/286768375_Intellectual_property_is… 18. Mosteshar, Said. Research and Invention in Outer Space: Liability and Intellectual Property Rights. Nijhoff, 1995. By Mosteshar ;Book Vol No: Link: https://search.worldcat.org//research-and-invention-in-outer-space-liabilit… It will be great if you may help us. (Email id: gaurang.raval(a)rru.ac.in) Thank you in advance Regards | सादर *Gaurang Raval *| *गौरांग रावल* Library & Information Officer | पुस्तकालय और सूचना अधिकारी *Rashtriya Raksha University India *| *राष्ट्रीय रक्षा विश्वविद्यालय भारत* Lavad - Dehgam, Gandhinagar – 382305 | लवाड - देहगाम, गांधीनगर - ३८२३०५ Gujarat, India | गुजरात, भारत Contact No: 8160885285; Ext. 41034 | संपर्क नंबर: ८१६०८८५२८५; इण्टरकॉम ४१०३४ https://rru.ac.in/mr-gaurang-raval/ RRU <https://rru.ac.in/>| Library <https://rru.ac.in/library-facilities/> | OPAC <https://opac.rru.ac.in/>| MyLOFT <https://www.myloft.xyz/>|Turnitin <https://rruniversity.turnitin.com/>

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Survey
by prakash in 14 Oct '24

14 Oct '24

Dear Professional Colleagues, We kindly request 2-3 minutes of your time. As you are aware, AI tools are playing an increasingly significant role in various aspects of our lives. To better understand the usage of ChatGPT and Gemini AI tools in libraries, we are conducting a survey. We would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to complete the survey and provide your valuable insights. https://forms.gle/n2ZWrUNiuxcSefUTA Thank you! With regards, Dr. Prakash

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Articles required
by Gaurang Raval 11 Oct '24

11 Oct '24

Dear Sir/Madam Greetings from Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat One of our Library Patrons is looking for under listed Articles/Book Chapter for his academic study. Details: 1. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsse.2021.05.004 2. https://doi.org/10.1093/acprof:oso/9780198257301.003.0018 3. https://doi.org/10.1177/097492847403000210 It will be great if you can help us (Email id: gaurang.raval(a)rru.ac.in) Thank you in advance Regards | सादर *Gaurang Raval *| *गौरांग रावल* Library & Information Officer | पुस्तकालय और सूचना अधिकारी *Rashtriya Raksha University India *| *राष्ट्रीय रक्षा विश्वविद्यालय भारत* Lavad - Dehgam, Gandhinagar – 382305 | लवाड - देहगाम, गांधीनगर - ३८२३०५ Gujarat, India | गुजरात, भारत Contact No: 8160885285; Ext. 41034 | संपर्क नंबर: ८१६०८८५२८५; इण्टरकॉम ४१०३४ https://rru.ac.in/mr-gaurang-raval/ RRU <https://rru.ac.in/>| Library <https://rru.ac.in/library-facilities/> | OPAC <https://opac.rru.ac.in/>| MyLOFT <https://www.myloft.xyz/>|Turnitin <https://rruniversity.turnitin.com/>

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Call for Book Chapters
by Vimal Kumar V. 10 Oct '24

10 Oct '24

Dear Friends, Department of Library and Information Science, Kannur University call for research papers for an edited book with ISBN entitled as FUTURE OF LIBRARIES: Innovation, Adaptation and Impact. This volume is aimed to explore the evolving role of libraries in the digital age and the technological changes that are on road to libraries and information systems and services. The rapid pace of technological advancements has significantly transformed the way the librariesaccess, process, and manage information as well as howusersaccess, consumeand use it. Libraries, once primarily physical spaces, are now adapting to meet the multifarious needs of the diverse user communities. We invite submissions that delve into the following themes: a) Emerging technologies and Library services — How can libraries leverage technologies such as AI, VR, block chain, etc. to enhance their services? b) Digital libraries and information access — What strategies can libraries adopt to become digital and ensure information access to all? c) Community engagement and social impact — How can libraries serve as catalysts for social change and contribute to the well-being of their users? d) Changing dimensions of LIS manpower development and management: Is it Deskilling, reskilling or upskilling? e) Management of space in libraries: Effective use of technological developments- Is it physically grow or shrink? f) Funding and Sustainable development — What are the challenges and opportunities for libraries in securing sustainable funding for continuous development? g) Collaboration and partnerships in libraries — How can libraries collaborate and share their physical space, collection, and services to meet the needs of future generations? Related themes: Big data Cloud computing Data carpentry Data curation Data science Digital curation Digital humanities Drones and robotics IoT Mobile based library services Ontology Open Library RFID Sentiment analysis Virtual reference service The Department welcome research papers from scholars, librarians, information professionals and other interested individuals in LIS. The paper should be original and unpublished and within the scope of the book mentioned above. The abstract should be below 500 words, full text with 3000-4000 words. It should be typed in Times New Roman (Tile — 16, heading 14, text 12 points). The references should be as per APA 7thedn. All accepted papers (after plagiarism checking)will be considered for publication in the edited book with ISBN. Important dates: Abstract submission: 10 October 2024 Full paper submission: 10 December 2024 Notification of Acceptance: 10 January 2025 Release of the Edited book with ISBN: 20 March 2025 Please submit your abstract and full paper to: hodlibrary(a)kannuruniv.ac.in Find the official invitation here, https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rA8zNl5XRwddRZelt113rmWgkGYvTEJY/view?usp=… -- *Vimal Kumar V., PhD* Reference Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala-686560 ------------------------------------------ My Home page:www.vimalkumar.info My Blogs:linuxhalwa.blogspot.com kohageek.blogspot.com moovandan.blogspot.com ----------------------------------------------------------- *"The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." Alvin Toffler*

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Invitation for Conclave on "Future of Libraries"
by Bhagwan Nagapure 07 Oct '24

07 Oct '24

Dear All, Central Library, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay is organizing a one-day Conclave on the “Future of Libraries”. This event will gather distinguished librarians, publishers, educators, and thought leaders to discuss the shifting role of libraries in the 21st century and explore innovative strategies to enhance library services for the next generation of users. Event Details: Date: 25th October 2024 Venue: Conference Hall, Central Library, IIT Bombay Registration: As of 7th October 2024, only 10 seats are available, on a first-come, first-served basis. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1jvYAQvS7PIh6vSeqi0kfdIWf_mLFLWCildMyJZUsc4… Bhagwan Nagapure (PhD) Central Library IIT Bombay

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Invitation for Conclave on "Future of Libraries"
by Bhagwan Nagapure 07 Oct '24

07 Oct '24

Dear All, Central Library, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay is organizing a one-day Conclave on the “Future of Libraries”. This event will gather distinguished librarians, publishers, educators, and thought leaders to discuss the shifting role of libraries in the 21st century and explore innovative strategies to enhance library services for the next generation of users. Event Details: Date: 25th October 2024 Venue: Conference Hall, Central Library, IIT Bombay Registration: As of 7th October 2024, only 10 seats are available, on a first-come, first-served basis. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1jvYAQvS7PIh6vSeqi0kfdIWf_mLFLWCildMyJZUsc4… Bhagwan Nagapure (PhD) Central Library IIT Bombay

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Articles required
by Gaurang Raval 07 Oct '24

07 Oct '24

Dear Sir/Madam Greetings from Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat, India One of our Research Scholar is looking for an under listed Article/Book Chapter for his academic usage. Details: 1. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.spacepol.2020.101408 2. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-19149-7_9 It will be great if you can help us. (Email ID: gaurang.raval(a)rru.ac.in) Thank you in advance Regards | सादर *Gaurang Raval *| *गौरांग रावल* Library & Information Officer | पुस्तकालय और सूचना अधिकारी *Rashtriya Raksha University India *| *राष्ट्रीय रक्षा विश्वविद्यालय भारत* Lavad - Dehgam, Gandhinagar – 382305 | लवाड - देहगाम, गांधीनगर - ३८२३०५ Gujarat, India | गुजरात, भारत Contact No: 8160885285; Ext. 41034 | संपर्क नंबर: ८१६०८८५२८५; इण्टरकॉम ४१०३४ https://rru.ac.in/mr-gaurang-raval/ RRU <https://rru.ac.in/>| Library <https://rru.ac.in/library-facilities/> | OPAC <https://opac.rru.ac.in/>| MyLOFT <https://www.myloft.xyz/>|Turnitin <https://rruniversity.turnitin.com/>

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#31: Interview with Margot Note on the trends and practices in the archival domain
by Santosh C. H. 06 Oct '24

06 Oct '24

Dear Sir/ Madam, Greetings! Happy to share the 31st interview post on 'Open Interview'. In this interview for 'Open Interview', Margot Note talks about emerging trends in the archival domain that are shaping the archival profession today. She emphasises that community-centered archiving is expanding the role of archivists. She also throws lights on AI and machine learning which are revolutionising automation and accessibility in archives, making it easier for diverse communities to access information. Margot Note is a successful American certified archivist, a certified records manager, an information governance professional, and a project management professional based in New York. She has rich academic exposure and experience in librarianship, archives and history. She is passionate about preserving the past and has over 25 years of experience in the information domain in the national and international sectors. Margot’s interviews are featured in the *New York Times. Wall Street Journal,* the *Washington Post*. She owns Margot Note Consulting LLC that offers information strategy and archives management services. *Margot Note: AI and machine learning are revolutionising automation and accessibility of archives* https://openinterview.org/2024/09/28/margot-note-ai-and-machine-learning-ar… Please read the post and share your valuable comments on the blog. Regards, -- Santosh C. H., PhD <https://santoshch.my.canva.site/home> University Librarian Central University of Haryana <http://cuh.ac.in/> Mahendergarh-123 031 Haryana, India http://library.cuh.ac.in/ Cell: +91-99874 28147 -- DISCLAIMER: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail & discard all copies of the original message.

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PAST 2025-26: NEW grant program for history of science in India.
by Venkat Srinivasan 02 Oct '24

02 Oct '24

Program for the Archiving of Science and Technology (PAST) Call for Project Proposals, 2025-26 Funding up to Rs 10 lakhs per project Proposal Deadline: 15 November, 2024 Grant program to preserve diverse histories of science and technology in contemporary India, with a focus on archival material relating to marginalised and under-represented histories. Full details and submission form: https://archives.ncbs.res.in/past ***

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Professional Contribution to Librarians' Development Program (LDP)
by Librarian Guide 01 Oct '24

01 Oct '24

Dear Sir/Madam, Good Morning! I am pleased to inform all library professionals that the Librarian Guide will conduct a Librarians' Development Program every Saturday. This program aims to enhance professional skills, share best practices, and encourage knowledge exchange among librarians. Program Highlights: * Professional Development: Learn new trends, technologies, and best practices in library management. * Workshops: Hands-on sessions on cataloging, library technologies, digital tools, and resource management. * Guest Speakers: Experienced librarians and industry experts will share insights and experiences. * Q&A Sessions: Get answers to your library administration and development queries. I request all my seniors and professional friends for your contribution by your active participation. Your consent is expected to deliver a talk and conduct online workshops on any tools, technologies, etc., for the benefit of professionals. All the sessions will be conducted online only. May I request the willing professionals to mark your input via the link mentioned below: https://forms.gle/M9qz1X11mJjuSobh7 Thanks & Regards Pragya Tripathi Librarian CT College of Education Jalandhar

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DRTC_Student Seminar 04_Modern Library Services: The Need For Chatbot in Modern Libraries
by Nabina Khamaru 30 Sep '24

30 Sep '24

Documentation Research & Training Centre (DRTC)*Indian Statistical Institute* 8th Mile, Mysore Road, RVCE Post Bangalore, 560 059 *Seminar-04* *(2023-2025)* Title: *Modern Library Services: The Need For Chatbot in Modern Libraries* *Coordinator: **Dr. Biswanath Dutta* *Speaker: **Nikhil Raj* Abstract In the digital age, libraries are rapidly evolving into hubs of information, driven by artificial intelligence and automation. This seminar focuses on the transformative role of chatbots in modern libraries, emphasizing their ability to improve user engagement, streamline operations, and offer real-time assistance. Chatbots are no longer just tools for answering simple queries; they are becoming integral to managing complex tasks such as catalog searches, resource recommendations, and 24/7 user support. The seminar will explore the development of chatbots using two major platforms—Node.js and Python. It will compare their scalability, integration capabilities and efficiency in handling real-time queries within library management systems. The seminar will also present case studies from Indian and foreign libraries, demonstrating how chatbots are effectively deployed to manage high user traffic, enhance resource discovery, and provide personalized services. Concluding with a live demonstration of an inhouse library chatbot, the seminar will showcase how these tools can improve library services and operational efficiency. The aim is to provide a comprehensive understanding of chatbot technologies and their future potential in creating dynamic, user-friendly library environments. *Date: 03**/10/2024 (Thursday)* *Time: **3:30 p.m.* *Venue: **DRTC Class Room (G-16), ISI Bangalore* *All are cordially invited!*

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Articles required
by Gaurang Raval 27 Sep '24

27 Sep '24

Dear Sir/Madam Greetings from Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat, India One of our Library Patrons is looking for under-mentioned Articles for his academic study. Details: 1. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsse.2023.05.004 2. https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/JHTI-08-2022-0343/full/… It will be great if you can help us. (Email id: gaurang.raval(a)rru.ac.in) Thank you in advance Regards | सादर *Gaurang Raval *| *गौरांग रावल* Library & Information Officer | पुस्तकालय और सूचना अधिकारी *Rashtriya Raksha University India *| *राष्ट्रीय रक्षा विश्वविद्यालय भारत* Lavad - Dehgam, Gandhinagar – 382305 | लवाड - देहगाम, गांधीनगर - ३८२३०५ Gujarat, India | गुजरात, भारत Contact No: 8160885285; Ext. 41034 | संपर्क नंबर: ८१६०८८५२८५; इण्टरकॉम ४१०३४ https://rru.ac.in/mr-gaurang-raval/ RRU <https://rru.ac.in/>| Library <https://rru.ac.in/library-facilities/> | OPAC <https://opac.rru.ac.in/>| MyLOFT <https://www.myloft.xyz/>|Turnitin <https://rruniversity.turnitin.com/>

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InfoFire episode on Whither Open Access| Conversation with Dr. Jean-Claude Guedon
by Shalini Urs 27 Sep '24

27 Sep '24

Dear Friends and Colleagues, There have been many discussions in this forum on the topic of Open Access (OA), particularly led by Arunachalam. As someone who has been an active participant in the OA movement and having pioneered the Vidyanidhi Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations (ETDs) back in 2000 — which helped catalyze later ETD and digital library efforts in India — it was an absolute delight and privilege to have an in-depth conversation with my dear friend, Jean-Claude Guédon, the maverick champion of OA, in the latest episode of InfoFire titled "Whither Open Access." Our chat was nostalgic as we reminisced about our time on the NDLTD Steering Committee from 2002 to 2012, while delving into the evolving landscape of academic publishing. We discussed the challenges posed by the commercialization of OA and explored whether the diamond model could offer a sustainable path forward, especially as more institutions rethink how research is disseminated. I wanted to share the article and the videocast with you folks. Please tune in to this episode for a deeper understanding of where we've come from and where we're headed in the future of academic publishing. Here is the link to tune in: https://informationmatters.org/2024/09/whither-open-access-a-fireside-chat-… Hope you enjoy the conversation and gain valuable insights from Dr. Guédon's perspective. Thanks and regards, Shalini

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Three Day Training on DSpace Repository Management (Online)
by Vimal Kumar V. 26 Sep '24

26 Sep '24

Bharat Digital Academy (BDA), a unit of Bharat Learning Solutions (P) Ltd, is organising a “Three Day Training on DSpace Repository Management” (Online). Date: 28-30 September 2024 Time: 7:00 to 9:00 PM Resource Person: Dr. Vimal Kumar V Reference Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Kerala State This training program will be conducted entirely online, providing you with the flexibility to enhance your skills from the comfort of your own space. Whether you’re a novice or experienced professional, this training promises to deepen your understanding of DSpace Repository Management, equipping you with valuable insights and practical knowledge. Registration Link https://forms.gle/mo3jBJMPt8dh2GPv8 -- *Vimal Kumar V., PhD* Reference Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala-686560 ------------------------------------------ My Home page:www.vimalkumar.info My Blogs:linuxhalwa.blogspot.com kohageek.blogspot.com moovandan.blogspot.com ----------------------------------------------------------- *"The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." Alvin Toffler*

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