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CDSware News: CDSware v0.1.0 released
by Saiful Amin 06 Dec '03

06 Dec '03

Subject: CDSware News: CDSware v0.1.0 released From: Tibor Simko <tibor.simko(a)cern.ch> To: project-cdsware-announce(a)cern.ch Date: Thu, December 4, 2003 7:53 pm -------------------------------------------------------------------- CDSware News: CDSware v0.1.0 released December 4, 2003 http://cdsware.cern.ch/news/ -------------------------------------------------------------------- CDSware v0.1.0 was released on December 4th, 2003. What's new: * development branch release * search engine redesign to yield five times more search performance for larger sites (WebSearch, BibWords) * fulltext indexation of PDF, PostScript, MS Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Excel files (WebSearch) * integrated combined metadata/fulltext/citation search (WebSearch) * multi-stage search guidance in cases of no exact match (WebSearch) * OAI-PMH harvestor (BibHarvest) * bibliographic task scheduler (BibSched) * automatic daemon mode of the indexer, the formatter and the collection cache generator (BibWords, BibFormat, WebSearch) * user management and session handling rewrite (WebSession) * user personalization, document baskets and notification alert system (WebBasket, WebAlert) * role-based access control engine (WebAccess) * internationalization of the interface started (currently with Czech, German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, and Slovak support) * web page design update (WebStyle) * introduction of programmer-oriented technical documentation corner (WebHelp) * source tree reorganization, mod_python technology adopted for most of the modules Download: <http://cdsware.cern.ch/download/cdsware-0.1.0.tar.gz> Notes: This is a development branch release. It is not meant to replace CDSware 0.0.9. Users of 0.0.9 are advised to wait for the next stable release. Users of 0.0.9+ are advised to upgrade to 0.1.0. As of this release we are adopting the classical stable/development branch version numbering scheme spread in the GNU/Linux world and elsewhere, with even minor versions denoting stable branch releases and odd minor versions denoting development releases. For more details, see <http://cdsware.cern.ch:8000/hacking/releases.html>. Known problems: WebSubmit is not working properly yet. Several admin-level functionality of 0.0.9 is missing in 0.1.0 yet. The task scheduler and RBAC authentication engines are functional but not yet called by all the clients. These issues will be subsequently dealt with in the next releases of the 0.1.x development branch. What's next: Fixing known problems described above. Stabilizing the 0.1.x tree. Continuing with the internationalization of the interface. Introducing BibIndex for better phrase indexing and browsing. -- [Please http://remember.to/edit_messages ] Saiful Amin c/o, Learning Resource Center Indian School of Business Gachibowli Hyderabad - 500019 Ph. +91-40-2318-7963/7999 ________________________________________________________________________ Yahoo! India Mobile: Download the latest polyphonic ringtones. Go to http://in.mobile.yahoo.com

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Subbiah Arunachalam Co-Director of CogPrints for Journals
by Mailing List Manager 05 Dec '03

05 Dec '03

It is my great pleasure and honour to announce that India's and the Developing World's great advocate for open access, Subbiah Arunachalam has become Co-Director of the CogPrints Archive http://cogprints.ecs.soton.ac.uk/ Professor Arunachalam will be specifically in charge of the growing Journals sector of CogPrints: * JOURNALS o Asian Student Medical Journal o Behavioral & Brain Sciences o Calicut Medical Journal o Indian Pacing and Electrophysiology Journal o Internet Health o Medical Education Online + MEO Peer Reviewed + MEO PrePrint o Online Journal of Health and Allied Sciences o Psycoloquy This sector hosts online journals (in any discipline) that wish to self-archive their contents centrally. This sector grew out of a natural evolution of CogPrints in a transitional period when distributed institutional self-archiving is replacing central CogPrints-style self-archiving. "Central vs. Distributed Archives" http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Hypermail/Amsci/0293.html "Central versus institutional self-archiving" http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Hypermail/Amsci/3208.html Thanks to OAI-interoperability, all these archives are now equivalent, interoperable, and hence integrable into one big virtual archive in OAI-space -- e.g. http://oaister.umdl.umich.edu/o/oaister/ As a result, more and more cognitive science papers will be self-archived in their authors' own institutional OAI archives (for which the Eprints.org software is an adaptation of the CogPrints software: http://software.eprints.org/#ep2 ). It is only natural, then, that CogPrints should make its central archiving capacity available to those who need it, including authors whose institutions do not yet have their own Eprint Archives (or authors without institutions) and journals that wish to self-archive their contents centrally. No one on the planet is more closely and deeply identified with the cause of researchers and journals who lack the resources to make their output openly accessible than is Professor Arunachalam. We are deeply grateful for his generous collaboration. Stevan Harnad NOTE: A complete archive of the ongoing discussion of providing open access to the peer-reviewed research literature online is available at the American Scientist Open Access Forum (98 & 99 & 00 & 01 & 02 & 03): http://amsci-forum.amsci.org/archives/september98-forum.html http://www.cogsci.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Hypermail/Amsci/index.html Post discussion to: september98-forum(a)amsci-forum.amsci.org Dual Open-Access-Provision Policy: BOAI-2 ("gold"): Publish your article in a suitable open-access journal whenever one exists. BOAI-1 ("green"): Otherwise, publish your article in a suitable toll-access journal and also self-archive it. http://www.soros.org/openaccess/read.shtml http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/berlin.htm http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/self-archiving_files/Slide0026.gif http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/self-archiving_files/Slide0021.gif http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/self-archiving_files/Slide0024.gif http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/self-archiving_files/Slide0028.gif

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Library Book Racks
by Mailing List Manager 05 Dec '03

05 Dec '03

Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2003 22:05:32 -0800 (PST) From: gayathri sen <gayatsen(a)yahoo.com> Dear friend, You need to get 25 double sided racks of the standard size if you want to make provision for 10,000 books. Appro. 200 books on one side of the shelf. Regarding Catalogue cabinet you must insist that a PC given to the library to make entry of records. In these days of library automation and networking no new library should go for old method of catalogue cards and filing. UGC(INFLIBNET) wants to network all university and college libraries and may be want to find out how forward looking you are. About your approach to library management. However, you can also calculate the no. of cards that can be held in a tray, and give an second answer in continuation to the online catalogue. All the best, Gayathri Sen

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Emilda: Free library management tool
by Shyam Prasad pujar 05 Dec '03

05 Dec '03

Dear Members, Emilda is a fully featured electronic library management tool that includes Web-OPAC, circulation functions, user management and book information retrieval from databases around the world. This is a "free" library system released under the GPL license. It is a web based system works on a Linux platform. As per the developers it can work on other platforms as well with modifications in source code. The software can be downloded from the following website. http://www.realnode.fi As per developers, these are pre-releases of stable versions and are not recommended for other use than testing or evaluation. Regards, S.M. Pujar ********************************************************************** Shamprasad M. Pujar Assistant Librarian Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research Gen. Vaidya Marg, Film City Road Goregaon (East) MUMBAI-400 065 India %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% * Phone: (022) 28400919-21 Extn: 514 * * Fax: (022) 28402752 * * E-mail: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in * * URL: http://www.igidr.ac.in * %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%

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New Age Navigation: Innovative e-Journal Interfaces
by Gerry Mckiernan 04 Dec '03

04 Dec '03

_New Age Navigation: Innovative E-Journal Interfaces_ I am pleased to announce the formal publication of my latest Magnus Opus [:-) "New Age Navigation: Innovative Information Interfaces for Electronic Journals" _The Serials Librarian_ 45(2)(2003): 87-123 ABSTRACT. While it is typical for electronic journals to offer conventional search features similar to those provided by electronic databases, a select number of e-journals have also made available higher-level access options as well. In this article, we review several novel technologies and implementations that creatively exploit the inherent potential of the digital environment to further facilitate use of e-collections. We conclude with speculation on the functionalities of a next-generation e-journal interface that are likely to emerge in the near future. A offprint/preprint copy of the article is available at [ http://www.public.iastate.edu/~gerrymck/NewAge.pdf ] The article served as the basis of a presentation I gave at the _Internet Librarian 2003 Conference_ [ http://www.infotoday.com/il2003/] in Monterey, California in early November. [BTW: A *Most* Excellent Conference] [ http://www.infotoday.com/il2003/presentations/default.htm ] The conference version of my presentation is available at [http://www.public.iastate.edu/~gerrymck/NewAgeIL.ppt ] [*********1.6 MB FILE****************************] and the Director's Cut [:-) at [http://www.public.iastate.edu/~gerrymck/NewAge.ppt ] **********[LARGE FILE 3.4 MB]****************** As Aways, I'd appreciate Any and All comments, queries, critiques, questions, or Cosmic Insights relating to the themes of Such Musings {:-) . Regards, /Gerry Gerry McKiernan New Age Librarian Iowa State University Ames AI 50011 gerrymck(a)iastate.edu As we know, There are known knowns. There are things we know we know. We also know There are known unknowns. That is to say We know there are some things We do not know. But there are also unknown unknowns, The ones we don't know We don't know. Donald Rumsfeld -Feb. 12, 2002, Department of Defense news briefing [http://slate.msn.com/id/2081042/ ]

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FASTER, BETTER, CHEAPER: OPEN-SOURCE PRACTICES MAY HELP IMPROVE S OFTWARE ENGINEERING
by Mailing List Manager 04 Dec '03

04 Dec '03

Date: Thu, 4 Dec 2003 14:02:38 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> National Science Foundation 4201 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA 22230 "Where discoveries begin" For Immediate Release December 3, 2003 NSF Media Contact: David Hart, 703-292-7737, <mailto:dhart@nsf.gov> dhart(a)nsf.gov FASTER, BETTER, CHEAPER: OPEN-SOURCE PRACTICES MAY HELP IMPROVE SOFTWARE ENGINEERING ARLINGTON, Va.-Walt Scacchi of the University of California, Irvine, and his colleagues are conducting formal studies of the informal world of open-source software development, in which a distributed community of developers produces software source code that is freely available to share, study, modify and redistribute. They're finding that, in many ways, open-source development can be faster, better and cheaper than the "textbook" software engineering often used in corporate settings. In a series of reports posted online (see <http://www.isr.uci.edu> www.isr.uci.edu) Scacchi is documenting how open-source development breaks many of the software engineering rules formulated during 30 years of academic research. Far from finding that open-source development is just software engineering poorly done, Scacchi and colleagues show that it represents a new approach based on community building and other socio-technical mechanisms that might benefit traditional software engineering. "Free and open-source software development is faster, better and cheaper in building a community and at reinforcing and institutionalizing a culture for how to develop software," said Scacchi, a senior research scientist at UC Irvine's Institute for Software Research who has taught software engineering for two decades. "We're not ready to assert that open-source development is the be-all end-all for software engineering practice, but there's something going on in open-source development that is different from what we see in the textbooks." Scacchi and his colleagues are studying open-source projects to understand when the processes and practices work and when they don't. These findings may help businesses understand the implications of adopting open-source methods internally or investing in external open-source communities. The studies are supported by several Information Technology Research awards from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the independent federal agency that supports fundamental research and education across all fields of science and engineering. Three projects-one by Les Gasser at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, and Scacchi, one by Scacchi and John Noll of Santa Clara University and one led by UC Irvine's Richard Taylor-are applying the lessons learned from open-source practices to create new design, process-management and knowledge- management tools for large-scale, multi-organization development projects. "In many ways, open-source development projects are treasure troves of information for how large software systems get developed in the wild, if you will," Scacchi said. Open-source project databases, for example, record hundreds of thousands of bug reports. Gasser and Scacchi are mining those databases to try to understand how bug reporting relates to software quality or if it has other implications. "These are unprecedented data sets in software engineering research," he said. "We're thinking of these databases in a 'national treasure' sense. We're never going to get this from a corporate source." Not all open-source projects are alike, however. A small number of open-source projects have become well known, but the vast majority never get off the ground, according to Scacchi. He and his colleagues are trying to understand how successful projects, such as the Linux Kernel, grow from a few individuals to a community of a thousand developers. Similarly, they are trying to determine whether or not opensource software is appropriate for complex, fixed requirements projects of interest only to a limited community (for example, air defense radar software). It is unclear whether such systems can or will ever be developed in an open manner, or whether open-source approaches would falter, while traditional software engineering approaches would succeed. To explore the breadth of open-source activity, Scacchi and colleagues are looking at more than a hundred projects in several categories: network games, Internet and Web infrastructure, academic and scientific software and industry-sponsored activities. The network games include PlaneShift, Crystal Space, and game "mods" for Epic Games' Unreal or id Software's Quake game engines. Internet and Web infrastructure projects range from Linux Kernel, Apache and Mozilla to GNU Enterprise. In another project, Mark Ackerman at the University of Michigan and Scacchi are examining how scientists working in fields like X-ray astronomy and deep-space imaging are using opensource software to support basic scientific research. More recent efforts are examining industry-sponsored open-source projects including NetBeans from Sun Microsystems and Eclipse from IBM. "The software-intensive systems in today's world have become so complex that we need every available design tool at our disposal," said Suzanne Iacono, NSF program director. "Open source development has achieved some remarkable successes, and we need to learn from these successes as our systems become increasingly distributed, complex and heterogeneous. Traditional software engineering methods were originally developed for single- system design and development." The researchers have so far identified a number of ways in which open-source development surpasses traditional software engineering. In successful projects, open-source development is faster in the pace of evolution and the rate of software growth. Expertise also spreads faster through the community. The researchers also report that open-source development is better because of, among other features, its informality, which enables continuous system design and more agile development processes. And open-source is cheaper because the development tools are often open-source themselves and because other costs are often subsidized by corporate donations, volunteer efforts and "gifts" for the collective good. "Open-source is not a poor version of software engineering, but a private-collective approach to large-software systems," Scacchi said. "This is perhaps a new fertile ground between software engineering and the world of opensource and may be what the open- source community can contribute to new academic and commercial development efforts." ### NSF PR03-132 NSF Program Officer: Suzanne Iacono, 703-292-8930, <mailto:siacono@nsf.gov> siacono(a)nsf.gov Principal Investigator: Walt Scacchi, 949-824-4130, <mailto:wscacchi@ics.uci.edu> wscacchi(a)ics.uci.edu ISR Open-Source Software Development Research at UC Irvine: <http://www.isr.uci.edu/research-open-source.html> http://www.isr.uci.edu/research-open-source.html

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Sepcial Lecture
by DRTC General 04 Dec '03

04 Dec '03

INDIAN STATISTICAL INSTITUTE Documentation Research and Training Centre 8th Mile, Mysore Road, Bangalore 560059 CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO THE Special Lecture on Term Frequency for Information Retrieval By Dr. Carolyn Watters Professor Faculty of Computer Science Dalhousie University, Canada B3H 1W5 On 5th December, 2003, 2.30 PM At DRTC Class Room Indian Statistical Institute Bangalore 560059 I.K RAVICHANDRA RAO Professor and Head, DRTC

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RE: [LIS-Forum] UGC-Net Question
by Mailing List Manager 03 Dec '03

03 Dec '03

Date: Tue, 2 Dec 2003 17:30:41 +0530 From: manish mankad <Manish.Mankad(a)unilever.com> For the q.1, I shall assume following dimensions as the standard one: 1 rack of 6 ft height, 2 ft depth and 3 ft width and is back to back. Each side will accomodate 6 shelves and thus both will have 12 shelves for storage. Each shelf will accomodate around 30 bks of average size and thus one rack can accomodate 360 books. With the same calculation, it will require 28 shelves to accomodate all the 10000 bk. Regards. -Manish Mankad Information Executive Hindustan Lever Research Centre, BD Sawant Marg Andheri (E), Mumbai, 400 099 INDIA ext. 208/330 (022) 28276 208 28276 330

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Forwarded mail....
by Mailing List Manager 03 Dec '03

03 Dec '03

Here is a press release on a meeting to be held in Geneva on 11 December 2003. "A growing number of scientists worldwide are actively promoting 'open access' to the scientific literature. This means toll-free online access to the full-texts of all refereed research articles. At present, except the fraction of articles for which a suitable open-access journal already exists today (<5%), research is only accessible if the researcher's institution can afford to pay for the toll-access journal in which it is published (>95%). As a result, most of the potential users of research -- and especially those in developing countries -- are unable to access most research. This represents a great loss to both research-providers and research-users, and hence to the progress and benefits of research itself. Fortunately, the Internet and Web technologies have at last opened up the possibility for those researchers whose institutions cannot afford the toll-access version of any article to use instead the open-access version, self-archived on the author's own institutional website. The provision of open access to their own refereed research output by researchers and their institutions needs systematic worldwide promotion. We are holding a three-hour meeting on open-access provision at Geneva as a side event at WSIS. Please publicise the meeting. More important, read and write about the substantial benefits of open access for the progress and benefits of science." (For some useful information: http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/ )

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Archives set up by funding agencies!
by Mailing List Manager 03 Dec '03

03 Dec '03

Date: Tue, 2 Dec 2003 17:58:44 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Here is some model DST, DBT, UGC, CSIR, ICMR and other funding agencies can follow! I think this will be the best way for promoting open access in India. Arun [Subbiah Arunachalam] "Funding agencies should appreciate that they can host their own archives. Last month, for example, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) launched its own archive, Science Inventory, to hold EPA-funded data and research papers. Even if all these files could be archived in various institutional and disciplinary repositories outside the EPA, using its own archive lets EPA monitor compliance with its OA requirement, facilitate discovery and retrieval, assure long-term preservation, and of course guarantee the sufficiency of the infrastructure."

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Digital Libraries Program at IIM Kozhikode (January 19-21, 2004)
by Sree Kumar 02 Dec '03

02 Dec '03

Dear Colleagues: I am happy to inform you that IIM Kozhikode is organizing a three-day programme on <big>Digital Libraries</big> at IIM Kozhikode during January 19-21, 2004. The details of the programme is available at "http://www.iimk.ac.in/programs/diglib.htm". Programme brochures are available on request from the MDP office of IIMK. The programme will impart the latest trends in digital library technologies. Eminent faculty from the fields of information science and information technology are handling the sessions. Hands on labs will be conducted at IIMK. For any further information please feel free to contact me or our MDP Office (E-Mail : mdp(a)iimk.ac.in) With regards, M.G. Sreekumar Co-ordinator, MDP on Digital Libraries M G Sreekumar Librarian & Head, Center for Development of Digital Libraries (CDDL) Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode Kunnamangalam P.O Kozhikode, Kerala, India-673 571 ----------------------------------------- Phone : +91 495 2803001/2 Ext. 140 Fax : +91 495 2803010/11 Email : mgsree(a)iimk.ac.in Web : www.iimk.ac.in =========================================

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Need Information regarding RFID
by Mailing List Manager 02 Dec '03

02 Dec '03

Date: Mon, 1 Dec 2003 09:54:31 +0530 From: VYASAMOORTHY /IKP/HYD <Vyasamoorthy(a)icicikp.com> Dear Mr Babu Further to your enquiry there were some responses/answers. can you kindly send me those replies? I am unable to locate them in NCSI LIs-Forum archives. Another friend of mine is interested in the same topic. Is there anyone using RFID labels in India right now? Implemented? Thanks. Vyasamoorthy, P

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Special lecture at DRTC
by DRTC General 02 Dec '03

02 Dec '03

INDIAN STATISTICAL INSTITUTE Documentation Research and Training Centre 8th Mile, Mysore Road, Bangalore 560059 CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO THE Special Lecture on Architecture for Dynamic Aggregation and Reuse of Learning Objects By Professor. Michael Shepherd Director of Health Informatics Faculty of Computer Science Dalhousie University, Canada B3H 1W5 On 3rd December, 2003, 2.30 PM At DRTC Class Room Indian Statistical Institute Bangalore 560059 I.K RAVICHANDRA RAO Professor and Head, DRTC

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UGC-Net Question
by Neetu Bharti 02 Dec '03

02 Dec '03

Dear Professionals We are unable to find out answers for these questions. If anyone of u know please help us. Thanks in advance Questions 1. If a new library wants to provide 10,000 books . How many double sided standard size racks are required? 2. If a library wants to provide 10,000 books , how many catalogue trays should it plan Regards Pandian.B

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Some interesting articles
by Mailing List Manager 02 Dec '03

02 Dec '03

Date: Tue, 2 Dec 2003 08:54:38 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Friends: You may find these three articles useful. Arun [Subbiah Arunachalam] Execs Agree that Customers Are Key By Dick Kaser Dick Kaser returned to his roots in September and interviewed the CEOs of three industry companies based in Ohio: CAS's Bob Massie, LexisNexis' Bill Pardue, and OCLC's Jay Jordan. --> <http://www.infotoday.com/IT/dec03/kaser1.shtml> ONLINE Magazine The Information Industry Revolution: Implications for Librarians By George R. Plosker Does the word "library" adequately convey the utility and value of what librarians contribute to their organizations? George R. Plosker discusses the key factors influencing the work of the information content profession today. --> <http://www.infotoday.com/online/nov03/plosker.shtml> COMPUTERS IN LIBRARIES Building a Home for Library News with a Blog By Doug Goans and Teri M. Vogel Have you decided to join the blogging craze? You can buy software packages to start Web logs, or rent server space, but you can also build your own if you want something customized. Like choosing a new house, you'll want to explore all your options-renting, buying, or building-before you decide. If you prefer the latter, as these authors did, use their experience to guide your building plan. --> <http://www.infotoday.com/cilmag/nov03/goans_vogel.shtml>

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AICTE-ISTE STTP ON IT APPLICATIONS IN INFORMATION MANAGEMENT (March,
by Mailing List Manager 02 Dec '03

02 Dec '03

1-10, 2004) Date: Sat, 29 Nov 2003 03:14:41 -0800 (PST) From: Kishor Satpathy <kishor_satpathy(a)yahoo.com> Dear Sir/Madam, We are pleased to inform you that an AICTE-ISTE Short Term Training Program on ^Information Technology Applications in Information Management^ is being organized by Central Library, NIT Silchar from 01.03.04 to 10.03.04. A brochure containing details of the program is enclosed herewith. Applications for attending the programme are invited from person interested in the related field from AICTE recognized institutions/ R&D organizations/Industry. You are requested kindly to give it wide publicity and encourage interested persons to attend the course. Dear Sir/Madam, Thanking you and with warm regards, Yours sincerely Sri Kishor Chandra Satpathy Coordinator, STTP on IT Applications in Information Management National Institute of Technology, Silchar- 788010 Phone No : (03842) 233841/42*5123-24 (O) 240906 (R) Fax: 03842-233797 E-mail: kishor_satpathy(a)yahoo.com http//: geocities.com/kishor_satpathy

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How much information? 2003
by Shyam Prasad pujar 01 Dec '03

01 Dec '03

Dear Members, A report of the study undertaken by the researchers of University of California at Berkeley is available at the following URL address. http://www.sims.berkeley.edu/research/projects/how-much-info-2003/ It attempts to estimate how much new information is created each year. Newly created information is distributed in four storage media print, film, magnetic, and optical and seen or heard in four information flows telephone, radio and TV, and the Internet. Regards, S.M. Pujar ********************************************************************** Shamprasad M. Pujar Assistant Librarian Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research Gen. Vaidya Marg, Film City Road Goregaon (East) MUMBAI-400 065 India %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% * Phone: (022) 28400919-21 Extn: 514 * * Fax: (022) 28402752 * * E-mail: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in * * URL: http://www.igidr.ac.in * %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%

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Reminder for INTERNATIONAL CALIBER-2004
by JK Vijayakumar 01 Dec '03

01 Dec '03

Sorry for cross postings....... Dear All, Here is a Reminder for INTERNATIONAL CALIBER-2004 to be held at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India during February 11-13, 2004. We solicit international and national level participation in terms of technical papers and delegates. Welcome to New Delhi, INDIA. IMPORTANT DATES Receipt of full papers December 15, 2003 Intimation to Author(s) January 1, 2004 Last date for Registration January 15, 2004 Convention Dates February 11-13, 2004 ----------------------------------- DETAILS INFLIBNET Centre has been organizing CALIBER [Convention on Automation of Libraries in Education and Research Institutions] every year in different parts of the country in collaboration with different universities, since 1993. This is the premier convention in India which provides a unique forum to the library and information professionals, teachers, IT professionals, consultants and users involved in automation and networking of libraries as well as information providers to come together and interact on the subjects of mutual interest. The eleventh CALIBER in the series, for the year 2004, has been themed as �Road Map to New Generation of Libraries using Emerging Technologies� and will be hosted by Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi during February 11-13, 2004. The official language of the convention will be English. DELIBERATIONS � Visions/Policies for Strategic Planning and Catalysts (Social Issues, User Requirements) for New Generation of Libraries. � Infrastructure, Standards, Archiving for Digital/Virtual/E-Libraries. � Emerging Technologies like Wireless LAN, Digital Services, Distributed databases, E-education and WBT. � Web content mapping, classification, management, Data warehousing, security aspects. CALL FOR PAPERS Programme committee solicits high quality technical papers related to the themes and sub-themes listed below. Main Theme: Road Map to New Generation of Libraries using Emerging Technologies Sub theme 1 Strategic Planning and Catalysts for New Generation of Libraries Visions/Policies, Social Issues, Intellectual Property Rights, User Requirements and Satisfaction, Models and framework for change management, Consortia: Success and Reality, Free and equal access to digital information Sub theme 2 Digital/Virtual/E-Libraries Infrastructure, Standards and Protocols, E-Publishing, Digital Archiving, Personalization, New Type Resources, Open Digital Libraries and Interoperability Sub theme 3 Emerging Technologies Networking (including WLAN), Digital Services, E-Education / WBT: Reality and Myths, Distributed database access and management � mirror sites, Online Reference Sub theme 4 Web content Management Cataloguing and Classification, Metadata / XML, Searching and Retrieval, Web content mapping, Data warehousing/hosting, Managing access to Web Content, Security Issues, Reliability and QA of Web content, Reference Linking, Ontology and Semantic Web Papers typed in MS-Word can be sent as attachment to INFLIBNET directly through E-Mail or in a floppy by post. The length of the paper should normally be within 5000 words. Papers should contain full name and affiliations with e-mail of author(s), an abstract, author biography and references properly cited in the text of article. The paper should neither be published anywhere nor should have been kept under consideration for publication elsewhere and the author should agree to transfer the copyright to the conference organisers. A passport size photograph(s) of author(s) has to be submitted with the paper. Detailed Guidelines and Editorial Policy for CALIBER 2004 is available in the conference website at http://www.inflibnet.ac.in IMPORTANT DATES Receipt of full papers December 15, 2003 Intimation to Author(s) January 1, 2004 Last date for Registration January 15, 2004 Convention Dates February 11-13, 2004 About INFLIBNET Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) is a major mission of the UGC initiated in 1991 with an objective to automate and network libraries in Academic and R & D system to facilitate resource sharing at different levels and promote scholarly communication among academicians and researchers in the country. Till now, 142 universities have been funded by the UGC under this programme for automation and networking. Creation of national union databases, development of an integrated library management software, human resource development, on-site training, providing bibliographic information services, extending technical help and guidance from time to time to academic libraries in automation and networking are some of the major activities of the INFLIBNET Centre. Very soon centre is going to play major role in E-learning. A number of modules are under development on different subjects, which will be mounted on centre�s web site for facilitating distance education through e-learning. UGC has signed on MOU with ERNET India for establishing UGC Network linking about 170 universities, UGC Regional Centres and IUC�s. This network will also have connectivity to Internet. INFLIBNET will play a major role in content creation for this network. It is trying to create awareness about library automation and spread IT culture among library professionals. About Jamia Millia Islamia Jamia Millia Islamia, an institution originally established at Aligarh in United Provinces, India in 1920, was declared as a deemed to be University in 1962 and became a Central University by an act of the Indian Parliament in 1988. In Urdu language, Jamia means �University� and Millia means �National�. In 1936,all institutions of Jamia, except Jamia Press, the Maktaba and the library, were shifted to the new campus. The history of Dr. Zakir Husain Library is closely linked with the history of Jamia Millia Islamia. It was established during 1920-23 in Aligarh and was named as Jamia Millia Islamia Library. In 1925, Jamia Millia moved from Aligarh to Delhi, the Library also shifted.In 1972, Library moved to its new building and it was rechristened as �Dr. Zakir Husain Library� in the memory of late President of India Dr. Zakir Husain. This library is the Central Library of the University Library System, which includes the faculty and Central libraries,It is having collection of about 3.00 lac books & bound volumes of periodicals, about 3000 manuscripts, 200 microforms, 17 special collections and subscribes to 440 journals.The library has fully computerized its most actively used collections, which is searchded through OPAC.Circulation Counter is computerized, using barcode scanners.The library is providing range of databases available in electronic form on the Campus Network and from remote hosts via WWW. The library provides Internet and electronic database services for the registered users. 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C. R. Reddy on Free Software (The Hindu 22/11/2003)
by Mailing List Manager 01 Dec '03

01 Dec '03

Date: Mon, 1 Dec 2003 09:16:17 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Friends: Here is an article from The Hindu, one of India's leading English language dailies, that must be of interest to all of us working in the area of ICT enabled development. Best wishes. Arun Reddy, C. Rammanohar. "The free software option." The Hindu (22 Nov 2003). <http://www.hindu.com/2003/11/22/stories/2003112200721000.htm> The UNCTAD report suggests that there are many advantages to be had if the developing countries seriously explore the use of free or open source software as against the proprietary licence-to-use software. INDIA AS the back office capital of the world is the new mantra that is being chanted for the country's entry into the league of developed countries. The rapid growth of Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) contracts to India is behind this mantra. The more perceptive observers point out that while there are many high-profile BPO activities that have moved to India, only a very small proportion of the businesses that can be out-sourced have been contracted out, and, of that, an even smaller fraction has come to India. The larger question, however, is if India can really ignore manufacturing altogether and pin its future hopes so much on servicing the rest of the world. The answer is "no"; services like BPO can make an important contribution to India's GDP but they cannot replace the potential of manufacturing. The obsession with software exports in general and increasingly with the BPO segment, has had an unfortunate side-effect. "Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) for development," which was much talked about in the late 1990s, has now been reduced to an empty slogan. There are no doubt a number of e-governance initiatives in the States, but if we are talking about a serious attempt at using IT for development, then that effort is largely absent. Of course, the fundamental problem is that the basic infrastructure necessary for this purpose is not yet in place. In spite of a rapid increase in tele-density over the past 18 months, the telecom infrastructure is woefully inadequate. And while internet use keeps growing rapidly, the population of internet users (estimated at 7 million in 2001) in India is far too small to speak about using phones, computers and the Net for development. Any serious attempt at harnessing the power of the new technologies must begin with expanding the infrastructure. Here, while there is at least an awareness of the gaps in telecom and the cost of computer hardware, there is very little acknowledgement of the demands that software in its various forms can make on users. A new United Nations publication, "E-commerce and Development Report 2003" of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development offers important insights into the kind of software that developing countries can use if they are serious about bridging the "digital divide". The UNCTAD report suggests that there are many advantages to be had if the developing countries seriously explore the use of free or open source software (FOSS, also referred to as FLOSS, or Free Libre or Open Source Software) as against the proprietary licence-to-use software that now dominates the IT sector in the developing countries. Free software, as a popular slogan of the FOSS community describes it, is "`free' as in `free' speech and not as in `free' beer". What marks out FOSS is that because the code - the hundreds of thousands of lines of instructions that make up the software - is available to the larger computer programmer community, it is constantly improved upon, modified, tested and the problems removed. This is not possible in the use of proprietary software, where users are dependent on the licensors of the product. Users have no choice but to turn to the software "proprietors" for correcting the smallest flaws. Worldwide, the growth of open source software has been remarkable in recent years. But in spite of the fact that India is home to perhaps thousands of programmers who have contributed to the development of FOSS, whose best-known product is the Linux/GNU operating system, it is yet to be taken very seriously by either the Government or the corporates. Universities do use FOSS on a fairly widespread basis and the odd State Government has explored the possibility of using open source software, but this software is still not considered a reliable mainstream product. But reliable and mainstream FOSS already is. UNCTAD reports some statistics, which establish how deeply entrenched FOSS products have become in many areas. One, Apache, the open source software which runs on web servers, now has a market share of 63 per cent, more than twice that of Microsoft products. Two, GNU/Linux has a 30 per cent share in the operating system used on web servers, while the proprietary Windows has a 50 per cent market share. Three, 40 per cent of large U.S. corporations and 65 per cent of comparable Japanese firms are reported to use GNU/Linux in some form or the other. FOSS products have also proved themselves in the market. In a survey last August, the 20 web servers which had the longest uninterrupted uptime (without a breakdown) in the world were, in all but one case, running on FOSS operating systems. Since FOSS is non-proprietary software, the initial cost of acquisition is considerably less than proprietary software. However, while the saving on upfront costs can be a major incentive in developing countries, this is not the only cost to be taken into account. What is relevant is the total cost of ownership (TCO), which consists of the cost of acquisition, training, deployment, maintenance, repair and upgradation. UNCTAD's cautious assessment is that the "jury is out" on where FOSS stands on the total cost of ownership for, while the upfront costs are considerably less the training and deployment outlays can be as high as in proprietary software. Yet with FOSS suffering from fewer bugs and less downtime, the savings on maintenance costs will be considerable. For governments in developing countries with limited IT budgets, savings on costs - even just on upfront costs - can be a significant factor in aiding the spread of ICT. However, as the UNCTAD report points out there are a number of other advantages of special relevance in developing countries. The availability of the source code of FOSS facilitates involvement of a large domestic programmer community in repair and maintenance activity. This contributes to skill development at home. Overall, to quote the UNCTAD report, "The availability of source code makes it possible to use in-house expertise to fix bugs or change configurations, as well as to hire external support from a competitive market that anyone can enter. What seems clear is that FOSS can help a business or a public institution avoid getting into a vicious circle of hardware and software upgrades, and changes in data formats that require investing in new licence fees and significant retraining and can provoke major down time." And "the use of free software means that installation, training, support, and maintenance can be flexibly contracted out to a range of local suppliers competing on quality and price." Governments of a number of developing countries have already decided in greater or lesser degree to turn to FOSS. China, Brazil and South Africa are the most well-known examples. In addition to the advantages of cost and reliability, the increased security provided by the use of FOSS is a factor that has prompted a growing number of developing countries to turn to this software. No Government has as yet decided to make a 100 per cent shift, but the explicit policy directions given in national and regional governments to use open source software is a pointer to which way the wind is blowing. Governments in the advanced countries - including the U.S. - are also increasingly using FOSS because of its advantages in costs, reliability and security. In the developed countries, FOSS is close to replacing proprietary software in the "back offices", but on the desktop it is still the latter which has almost a complete dominance. The non-availability of a wide range of applications for the individual user and a perceived difficulty in initial installation of the FOSS operating system have held back the spread of open source software in homes. However, it is just a question of time before the spreading use in offices leads to adoption at home. A new problem that has emerged is that a few U.S.-based companies selling FOSS operating system software have been slapped with suits for alleged infringement of intellectual property rights. This has created some uncertainty about the future of the core operating system. With commercial interests having a strong stake in arresting the development of FOSS, it is inevitable that every possible attempt will be made to halt the spreading use of open source software. This, however, need not come in the way of developing country governments switching to FOSS. Next month, the U.N.-sponsored World Summit on the Information Society will discuss the many options possible to use ICT for development. The use of FOSS as an option to save costs, develop IT skills and facilitate the adoption of open standards will hopefully figure prominently on the WSIS agenda.

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MSSRF Policy Makers Workshop on ICT for D - Recommendations
by Mailing List Manager 01 Dec '03

01 Dec '03

Date: Sat, 29 Nov 2003 11:06:38 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Rural Knowledge Centres: Harnessing Local Knowledge via Interactive Media Policy Makers Workshop, 8-9 October 2003 M S Swaminathan Research Foundation, Chennai 600 113, India Recommendations for policy makers in India 1. Regional priorities: The North East region was identified as a priority area for launching a science and technology based poverty eradication programme using ICT in a significant way. 2. Information, knowledge and skill empowerment of self-help groups (SHGs): The microcredit supported microenterprise revolution triggered by SHGs has provided hope that a new deal can be extended to the self-employed. For SHGs to become sustainable SHGs, it is essential that forward linkages with markets and backward linkages with research institutions and data management centres are established. ICT has a major role in sustaining and extending this self-help revolution. 3. Every village a knowledge centre: There is a need for developing a master plan coupled with a business plan for extending the benefits of ICT to all the 600,000 villages in India by 2007, which marks the 60th anniversary of our independence. The master plan should help to link technology-knowledge-rural women and men in a symbiotic manner. The investment needs will have to be estimated and business plans prepared. A National Alliance for ICT for Poverty Eradication may be established for launching the Every Village a Knowledge Centre movement. Such an alliance should include the private sector, cooperatives, NGOs, R&D institutions, women's associations, mass media and appropriate government agencies. 4. Domestic software development and application: Learning from past experience in rural areas, there is a need for increasing India's competitiveness in domestic software applications. Government projects mainly provide static information. What is needed by rural families is dynamic information relating to weather, markets, health and other day-to-day information needs. 5. Community radio: Along with the internet, cable TV, local vernacular press and the All India Radio, community radio stations and ham radio will be of immense help in communicating up-to-date information to those who will benefit from it, as for example, fishermen in catamarans in the ocean. Government of India should liberalise policies for the operation of community and ham radio stations. This will help to confer the benefits of the knowledge age to every woman and man in a village. Reaching the unreached and including the excluded will be possible only through an integrated ICT system. 6. Technology upgradation in villages: NABARD has been operating a programme in Himachal Pradesh with support from the Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF). This programme has helped to promote both e-governance and e-commerce. There is a similar initiative in Uttaranchal with the help of IIT, Roorkee. Scope for using RIDF in other States should be explored. This will help to convert the concept of every village a knowledge centre into reality. 7. Content creation: The usefulness of a computer-aided knowledge centre in villages will be directly proportional to the social, ecological and economic significance of the static and dynamic information being provided. Hence, a consortium of content providers will have to be developed for each agro-ecological zone. Leading industries could participate actively in such a knowledge and skill empowerment revolution by adopting specific villages where they could provide, in addition to monetary support, marketing and management information. There is need for a regionally differentiated approach to content creation. Both environmental audit and gender audit should be integrated in the procedures for monitoring and evaluation. 8. Women and ICT: The available experience indicates that rural women, whether literate or semi-literate, are able to take to new technologies like fish to water. It is therefore important that women managers and operators are trained in large numbers. There is also a gender dimension to the information needed. For example, quite often women require specific health information. Therefore, the participation of women both as managers and users of ICT should receive specific attention. Also, a gender audit procedure should be built into the final ICT programmes. 9. Participatory knowledge system: E-governance is invariably a passive system of information empowerment. There is need for promoting participatory methodologies of content creation and knowledge management. The approach to rural women and men should be one of partnership and not patronage. In the field of agriculture, a Farmer Participatory Knowledge System (FPKS) could replace the existing beneficiary and patronage approach to knowledge dissemination. The information should be demand driven and should be relevant in terms of time and space. 10. Sustainability and replicability - Role of Panchayati Raj institutions: Unless the local communities have a sense of ownership of the knowledge management centres, it will be difficult to sustain them. It is only a user driven and managed system that will be replicable and capable of developing a self-propelling momentum. Women's groups should be fully involved it the management and also enabled to operate distance education courses. The programme should be people oriented and not just project-centred. Affordable methods of cost sharing should be introduced in consultation with local communities. Sustainability and replicability should be the bottomline in the development of the National Action Plan for the "every village a knowledge centre" movement. In this context Panchayati Raj institutions, in which one-third of the members are women, could provide the needed space for the location of the rural knowledge centre. The Gram Sabha and the Gram Panchayats could both play a key role in ensuring that the knowledge centres become instruments for triggering a prosperity revolution based on gender and social equity. 11. Promoting job-led economic growth: Increasing rural unemployment is resulting in the unplanned expansion of urban slums. There is need for more on-farm and non-farm employment opportunities in villages. This will be possible only if there is diversification of farming systems and value addition to primary products through improved post-harvest technology. Training should be with reference to market-driven skills. Small scale industries and Khadi and village industries should receive particular attention from the point of view of the upgradation of both technology and marketing skills. There is also need for synergy between the private sector and public and cooperative sectors in promoting more avenues for skilled jobs in villages. 12. Servicing and maintenance: Servicing facilities at the local level should be improved through appropriate training and capacity building measures. This will also provide additional employment opportunities for rural youth in villages. 13. Wake up call: In a country of over 1 billion, there are hardly about 5 million computers. 75-80% of these computers are used in offices. Hardly 20% is available for use in development. Therefore, there is no time to relax on the ICT front. We will be left far behind China and other South and Southeast Asian countries if we do not launch a National ICT for Economic Prosperity and Employment Programme. The penetration level will then increase. There is also need to review the customs duty procedures, which are mostly obsolete and obstructive. Needlessly inelastic rules should be dispensed with. Donations of new computers to NGOs working in rural and backward areas should be encouraged. Branding of projects should also be facilitated. 14. Virtual Academy for Food Security and Rural Prosperity: The Virtual Academy approach coupled with a hub and spokes model of the kind spearheaded by MSSRF is ideal for rural India. The Virtual Academy can help to mobilise the power of partnership and establish beneficial linkages with national challenge programmes like drought management. MSSRF Virtual Academy could develop linkages with other organisations devoted to the knowledge and skill empowerment of the rural poor in different parts of the country so that it becomes a National Academy supporting the "every village a knowledge centre" programme. There is need for standardisation of local language websites and also names in Indian languages. Dissemination of information should be in the local language. 15. Political commitment, public action and investment priorities: A Sub-Committee for E-Governance has been set up by the National Development Council under the leadership of the Deputy Prime Minister. The recommendations of this workshop could be forwarded to both the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister for Information and Technology for appropriate action. Recommendations for policy makers at WSIS Policymakers should pay special attention to leveraging the full benefits of ICTs for rural communities in conjunction with existing development imperatives. At a crucial juncture in human history, when the benefits of revolutionary new technologies seem within the grasp of urban and rural communities, care must be taken by policymakers to accommodate the needs and aspirations of the neediest and marginalised communities within the unfolding of the knowledge age. The following recommendations constitute a modest step in this regard. 1. Infrastructure Developing nations should pursue near-universal and affordable access strategies via low cost devices, open source or shareware software platforms, reasonable tariff levels, and level playing fields between telecom and datacom operators. Associated infrastructure -like reliable sources of electricity - should also be ensured. Where necessary, access discounts and tax breaks should be given on a priority basis to needy sectors like education and healthcare. Shared access models should be actively pursued for rural communities, via cybercafes, kiosks and rural telecentres. New access methods like VoIP and wireless (WLL, WLAN) have tremendous potential especially for remote areas or dense urban clusters and should be actively explored. 2. Content and Online Services Access should be promoted to global content via the Net as well as generation and promotion of locally relevant content in local languages. This includes local language tools, digital libraries, e-learning, archives of local cultural resources, and needs assessment of rural communities. Government agencies need to play a bigger role as online content providers by publishing citizen information for rural communities on the Web and promoting online services for applications like downloading and submitting tax forms, land records, import/export documents and pension claims. Standardisation of fonts and keyboards by private sector and government agencies is an urgent priority. 3. Grounding in Community ICT4D policy initiatives should have a strong grounding in local communities of villages. Online and offline forums should be promoted for communities of interest and communities of practice to exchange knowledge on harnessing and creating ICTs in the rural context. Exposure to similar ICT4D initiatives in other rural communities can enable benchmarking and sharing of expertise. Many developing countries have extensive diaspora communities, which should be tapped as a source of ideas, development partnerships and capital for rural ICT4D. 4. Commerce Legal infrastructure to nurture and promote e-commerce and m-commerce must be spellt out, taking into considerations the special constraints and circumstances of rural communities. Online services (eg. e-government) should be designed with a mix of free and fee-based services so as to ensure commercial sustainability of rural ICT4D initiatives in the long run. As major consumers of ICT products and services, governments in developing countries can also lead by way of example in the use of ICT, implementing best organisational practices and spurring local markets in rural areas. 5. Progressive Attitudes towards Change A culture of change, knowledge and lifelong learning should be encouraged by rural communities and the government agencies serving them, along with an openness to a wide spectrum of ideas in the knowledge age. Policymakers should have the wisdom, conviction and commitment to change when and where necessary. Efficiency and innovation should become the hallmarks of national culture. Cultures of merit, analysis, professionalism and evidence-based decision-making should be embraced in rural ICT4D initiatives. Commitment to mainstreaming of gender parity issues should be incorporated at all levels. 6. Human Resources Measures should be implemented to increase ICT literacy in rural areas; private sector training institutes will play a major role here. Technical, managerial and design capacity should be built up in the adoption of ICT for rural communities, creation and maintenance of secure ICT infrastructure, and scaling up of rural ICT initiatives across dimensions of depth and breadth. Capacities should be built up not just in adoption of ICTs in rural areas, but in creativity with regard to devising new applications, R&D focus areas, and harvesting of local knowledge. Self-help groups and volunteer initiatives should be actively harnessed in this regard. 7. Alliancing Stakeholders in private, educational, government, donor and multilateral sectors must pro-actively form partnerships to ensure ethical and economic use of ICTs in rural communities. Multi-actor alliances targeting rural ICT4D initiatives should be encouraged and nurtured. 8. Investment Creating funding options for rural ICT4D initiatives should be explored, including venture capital, corporate foundations, donor grants, and revenue-sharing based on projected use. Special financing should be set aside for ICT initiatives involving marginalised communities, the disabled, refugees, migrant populations and youth. Financial sustainability of such rural infocentres should be a key focus, but not at the cost of social sustainability. 9. Regulatory Environment The optimum regulatory environment for the proliferation of successful rural ICT4D initiatives includes removal of restrictive import duties on ICTs, promotion of wireless communication channels, opening up of community media like radio, free flow of content, and funds for near-universal access to infrastructure and services in rural areas. 10. Alignment with Millenium Development Goals The desired targets enshrined in the Millenium Development Goals should be correspondingly incorporated in the form of relevant and appropriate metrics in the design of rural ICT4D initiatives. A clear focus on quantitative and qualitative metrics at the macro and micro level, for urban and rural communities should be incorporated at the level of traditional and new media initiatives.

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World's First Global ICT Ranking
by Mailing List Manager 01 Dec '03

01 Dec '03

Date: Fri, 28 Nov 2003 16:59:39 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Friends: I received this in my mail and thought it might be of interest to you all. Arun ITU Digital Access Index: World's First Global ICT Ranking Education and Affordability Key to Boosting New Technology Adoption Geneva, 19 November 2003 - The first global index to rank Information and Communication Technology (ICT) access has turned up some surprises. Slovenia ties France; and the Republic of Korea, usually not among the top ten in international ICT rankings, comes in fourth. Apart from Canada, ranked 10th, the top ten economies are exclusively Asian and European. The Digital Access Index (DAI) distinguishes itself from other indices by including a number of new variables, such as education and affordability. It also covers a total of 178 economies, which makes it the first truly global ICT ranking. Countries are classified into one of four digital access categories: high, upper, medium and low. Those in the upper category include mainly nations from Central and Eastern Europe, the Caribbean, Gulf States and emerging Latin American nations. Many have used ICTs as a development enabler and government policies have helped them reach an impressive level of ICT access. This includes major ICT projects such as the Dubai Internet City in the United Arab Emirates (the highest ranked Arab nation in the DAI), the Multimedia Super Corridor in Malaysia (the highest ranked developing Asian nation) and the Cyber City in Mauritius (along with Seychelles, the highest ranked African nation). The DAI will be a useful tool for tracking the future advancement of these ambitious emerging economies. ...................... *** Full Article at: http://www.itu.int/newsroom/press_releases/2003/30.html

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Invisible Hand(s): Quality Assurance in the Age of Author Self-Archiving
by Gerry Mckiernan 29 Nov '03

29 Nov '03

Invisible Hand(s) Quality Assurance in the Age of Author Self-Archiving I am pleased to announce the publication of my recent contribution to Jekyll.comm: International Journal of Science Communication [ http://jekyll.sissa.it/jekyll_comm/home_eng.htm ] titled : "Invisible Hand(s) Quality Assurance in the Age of Author Self-Archiving," Jekyll.comm: International Journal of Science Communication no. 6 (September 2003) [ http://jekyll.sissa.it/jekyll_comm/commenti/foc06_01.ppt ] OR [http://jekyll.sissa.it/jekyll_comm/commenti/foc06_01.pdf ] [I am most grateful to Nico Pitrell for his kind invitation to submit to Jekyll.comm!] "Invisible Hand(s)" is one of four articles from the Focus section of Jekyll.comm devoted to Peer Review that also include contributions from Stevan Harnad, Marco Fabbrichesi, and Andrea Cerroni [ http://jekyll.sissa.it/jekyll_comm/focus_eng.htm ] The articles are extensions/continuations/elaborations of presentations made at the Peer Review in the Age of Open Archives held in Trieste, Italy, May 23-24, 2003 at the International School for Advanced Studies (SISSA) (Gerry McKiernan, Stevan Harnad, Marco Fabbrichesi) or written for the Jekyll.comm feature (Andrea Cerroni). "Invisible Hand(s)" explores one of many issues related to Peer Reviewthat I address in the presentation prepared for the Trieste Workshop titled "Alternative Peer Review: Quality Management for 21st Century Scholarship" [ http://www.public.iastate.edu/~gerrymck/APR-1.ppt ] [This is a LARGE file; please be patient] I would be Most Grateful for Any and All Comments, Queries, Critiques, Questions, or Cosmic Insights, about My World View(s) as presented in "Invisible Hand(s)" and/or "Alternative Peer Review." Regards, /Gerry Gerry McKiernan Invisible Librarian Iowa State University Ames IA 50011 gerrymck(a)iastate.edu

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OSS: libData - subject pathfinders authoring application (fwd)
by Shyam Prasad pujar 29 Nov '03

29 Nov '03

---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2003 10:10:22 -0500 From: Terry Kuny <terry.kuny(a)sympatico.ca> To: DIGLIB <diglib(a)infoserv.inist.fr> Subject: [DIGLIB] OSS: libData - subject pathfinders authoring application LibData LibData is a library oriented web based application which provides authoring environments for subject pathfinders (Research QuickStart), course related pages (CourseLib) and general purpose web pages (PageScribe). LibData encompasses all of these applications, but a typical installation need only take advantage of one or two of them -- great local variation and emphasis is possible. LibData was built with open source components ( Apache ,mySQL , and PHP ) and moved into production at the University of Minnesota for Fall Semester 2003. Our production instance at the University of Minnesota uses a different security mechanism (campus-wide x500), and has some additional development work for enterprise portal connectivity. Having and controlling easily-understood source code greatly enables this sort of localized integration. The project is approximately 34,000 lines of programming code, strongly function based (with a few objects thrown in), and is well documented internally. It was written in a fairly simple and consistent style which should be easily understood by Perl/c programmers wishing to make further contributions or customization. LibData is best approached as an application delivered over the web, rather than as a series of web pages with database components. More information at: URL: http://plato.lib.umn.edu/

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Report on "An Economic Analysis of Scientific Research Publishing"
by HR Mohan 27 Nov '03

27 Nov '03

Dear friends, An interesting report on "An Economic Analysis of Scientific Research Publishing" from wellcome trust is available at: http://www.wellcome.ac.uk/en/1/awtpubrepeas.html HR Mohan Chief Systems Manager, The Hindu, 859 Anna Salai, Madras 600002, INDIA Phone: 91-44-28413344 :: Fax : 91-44-28415325 Email: hrmohan(a)vsnl.com Web : http://www.hinduonline.com ============================================================================ The fundamental cure for poverty is not money but knowledge. -- Sir William Arthur Lewis. About the report ================ An Economic Analysis of Scientific Research Publishing This report provides a comprehensive analysis of an industry that generates some £22 billion annually. Most research findings are published in journals, generally run either by commercial publishers or learned societies. The growth of the web has created new opportunities for the dissemination of scientific information, but although scientific information is made available on the web, its use is restricted by the access policies of publishers. Journal subscriptions are a significant financial burden on institutional libraries and individual researchers, and present a major obstacle to the timely and comprehensive sharing and use of scientific information. The report has been published to support constructive dialogue between key players in the scientific publishing field - publishers, researchers, academic institutions and funders. The ultimate aim of this dialogue would be to develop a publishing system that meets the needs of all groups, and best promotes the public good of scientific work - that is, disseminates research outputs to all who have an interest in them. The findings of this report contributed to the Trust's position statement in support of Open Access Publishing.

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SCI-based publication counts
by Mailing List Manager 27 Nov '03

27 Nov '03

Date: Tue, 25 Nov 2003 19:14:28 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Friends: I wish to alert you to a brief article I wrote for CURRENT SCIENCE on the use of publication indicators based on SCI. Please look up <http://www.ias.ac.in/currsci/nov252003/1391.pdf>. Thanks and best wishes. Arun

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Re: LIS-Forum Digest, Vol 8, Issue 18
by Mailing List Manager 25 Nov '03

25 Nov '03

Date: 25 Nov 2003 11:33:05 -0000 From: Subbiah Gunasekaran <gunasekaran_subbiah(a)rediffmail.com> Dear Members: I will be grateful if anyone could kindly send me the following reference in PDF. Nature Biotechnology, Volume 21, 01 Octber 2003, Page 1151-1152 Thanks S. Gunasekaran Library & Inf. Services CECRI Karaikudi 630 006 India.

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Spiritual Literature
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 25 Nov '03

25 Nov '03

Dear Mr Vijaya Kumara: You may find the following work by Prof Raju a good starting point. It is limited to South Indian states only. Documentary heritage of Indian libraries. Author: Raju, A. A. N. Source: New Delhi, Delhi: Ess Ess Publications, 2003; xviii, 328p. ISBN: 81-7000-358-X Abstract: The subject of this work is documentary heritage, which means "individual documents, collections, holdings and fonds which have intentionally or unintentionally been retained" by the libraries. Without these documentary resources our historical understanding of the world would have remained fragmentary. India, the country of ancient civilization and culture is dotted with famous libraries in various parts of the country. The growth and development of these libraries has been accelerated during the last three hundred years. Like other regions of India, South India too played a prominent role in the history of the country and its emergence as a nation. The southern states of India viz., Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Pondicherry, Karnataka and Kerala have a rich tradition of existence of prominent and old libraries possessing very rare and valuable documentary sources. The present work Documentary Heritage of Indian Libraries deals with thirty two very old and famous libraries in the southern states of India. For the first time, an attempt has been made to study in depth, each of these libraries in respect of genesis and development, nature of collection, subject coverage, preservation and conservation, national and international level significance of documentary sources, organisation of the collection, accessibility of documentary heritage and an assessment of the library. This work is a small but a significant in the study of the state of our documentary heritage. It is hoped that this study will prompt and encourage the researchers and the others, interested in our documentary heritage to undertake similar study to know the state of our documentary heritage in other parts of the country and bring to the notice of the concerned authority at the state and national levels, the urgent need for initiating necessary measures to safeguard our rare and invaluable documentary heritage. Table of Contents: A. Introduction. B. Libraries surveyed. C. Profiles of libraries. I. Andhra Pradesh: 1. Oriental Research Institute Library, S. V. University, Tirupati. 2. State Central Library, Hyderabad. 3. A. P. Govt. Oriental Mss Library and Research Institute, Hyderabad. 4. Abul Kalam Azad Oriental Research Institute Library, Hyderabad. 5. Sri. Gowtami Regional Library, Rajahmundry. 6. Salarjung Museum Library, Hyderabad. 7. Bharat Gunvardhak Sanstha Library, Hyderabad. II. Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry: 8. Government Oriental Mss Library, Chennai. 9. The Kuppuswami Sastri Research Institute Library, Chennai. 10. Maraimalai Adigal Library, Chennai. 11. Dr. U. V. Swaminatha Iyer Library, Chennai. 12. The Adyar Library and Research Centre, Chennai. 13. Thanjavur Maharaja Serfoji's Saraswati Mahal Library, Thanjavur. 14. Connemera Public Library, Chennai. 15. Gopal Rao Public Library, Kumbakonam. 16. The Pennington Public Library, Srivilliputtur. 17. French Institute of Pondicherry Library, Pondicherry. III. Karnataka: 18. State Central Library, Bangalore. 19. Kannada Sahitya Parishat Library, Bangalore. 20. Karnataka Vidya Vardhaka Sangha Library, Dharwad. 21. Oriental Research Institute Library, University of Mysore, Mysore. 22. Kannada Research Institute Library, Karnataka University, Dharward. 23. The Mythic Society Library, Bangalore. 24. Archeological Survey of India, (epigraphy branch) Library, Mysore. IV. Kerala: 25. Sri Chithira Thirunal Grandhasala, Trivandrum. 26. Ernakulam Public Library, Kochi. 27. Trivandrum Public Library (State Central Library), Trivandrum. 28. Oriental Research Institute and Mss Library, University of Kerala, Trivandrum. 29. Trichur Public Library, Thrissur. 30. Kottayam Public Library, Kottayam. 31. Quilon Public Library, Kollam. 32. Kerala Sahitya Akademi Library, Thrissur. D. Analysis of data. E. Conclusions and suggestions. Appendices. Index. Language: English Thank you Sincerely TV Prafulla Chandra Senior Editor --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Dr. Vinod Chachra, CEO VTLS Wins Ernst & Young Virginia Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2003 (fwd)
by Mailing List Manager 25 Nov '03

25 Nov '03

Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2003 14:55:26 -0500 From: Dr. Ramesh C. Gaur <rcgaur(a)tifr.res.in> Dear friends, Pl. join me in congratulating Dr. Vinod Chachra, CEO and Chairman, VTLS INC. ( An International company engaged in Digitization and Library Automation) on receiving the Ernst & Young Virginia Entrepreneur Award Of The Year� 2003. Regards Ramesh

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Spiritual literatrue
by Mailing List Manager 25 Nov '03

25 Nov '03

Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2003 22:37:47 +0530 (IST) From: Hema Prem <hema(a)mgmt.iisc.ernet.in> see if this helps http://www.iisc.ernet.in/ssangha/ http://www.sudarshana.net/ regards hema On Mon, 24 Nov 2003, Mailing List Manager wrote: > Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2003 09:47:42 +0000 (GMT) > From: "[iso-8859-1] vijaya kumara" <vijayakumar71(a)yahoo.co.in> > > Dear professionals, > > Can any one of you will inform me the name & address of the librareis, > which are concentrated on on Spiritual literatrue and the collection like > "Nadi Shastra, Vedas, Brahma Suthra's and Yogavashita" > > Waiting for your kind response > > Regards > > Vijayakumar > > > ***************************************************************** > Vijayakumar M, Learning Resource Centre, Beams International > Education Institute, P O Box 31199, Dubai, United Arab Emirates > > > > _______________________________________________ > LIS-Forum mailing list > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum > -- Hema Prem Research Student Dept of Management Studies Indian Institute Of Science Bangalore - 12 Ph: 91-80-3604538,2933269 (Lab) 91-80-2932291 (hostel) Room # 34 Fax: 91-80- 3604534

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Spiritual literatrue
by Mailing List Manager 25 Nov '03

25 Nov '03

Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2003 17:26:59 +0530 (IST) From: Nagesh Hadimani <nagesh(a)jncasr.ac.in> Dear Vijaykumar, You can access this web : www.urday.com for spiritual literature of all kinds. Nagesh. JNCASR LIBRARY Bangalore On Mon, 24 Nov 2003, Mailing List Manager wrote: > Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2003 09:47:42 +0000 (GMT) > From: "[iso-8859-1] vijaya kumara" <vijayakumar71(a)yahoo.co.in> > > Dear professionals, > > Can any one of you will inform me the name & address of the librareis, > which are concentrated on on Spiritual literatrue and the collection like > "Nadi Shastra, Vedas, Brahma Suthra's and Yogavashita" > > Waiting for your kind response > > Regards > > Vijayakumar > > > ***************************************************************** > Vijayakumar M, Learning Resource Centre, Beams International > Education Institute, P O Box 31199, Dubai, United Arab Emirates > > > > _______________________________________________ > LIS-Forum mailing list > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum >

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DRTC colloquium on Knowledge Representation in LIS
by Mailing List Manager 25 Nov '03

25 Nov '03

Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2003 07:54:35 +0000 (GMT) From: "[iso-8859-1] ras botlib" <ras_botlib(a)yahoo.co.in> Indian Statistical Institute Documentation Research and Training Centre 8th Mile, Mysore Road, Bangalore � 560 059 DRTC Colloquium On KNOWLEDGE REPRESENTATION IN LIS Abstract Knowledge Representation has long been considered as one of the principle elements of Artificial Intelligence. The sub fields of Knowledge Representation range from the purely philosophical aspects of epistemology to the more practical problems of handling huge amounts of data. The representation of knowledge has been a key issue on Internet in searching for pinpointed & exhaustive information. This colloquium is an effort to focus on various languages, tools & formats used for presenting, processing & retrieval of knowledge. SPEAKERS TOPICS 1.Rashid Hussain Overview on knowledge representation 2.Rajesh Mishra K.R. Techniques, Tools and Languages 3.P.Ravinder Applications of Knowledge based system 4.Sarandha singh Web Ontology 5.Amit Jha K.R. in Information Retrieval. Venue: DRTC Classroom Date: 28th Nov. 2003 (Friday) Time: 2: 00 PM All are cordially invited Dr. Devika P. Madalli DRTC

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Computer and IT Oriented Courses
by Mailing List Manager 25 Nov '03

25 Nov '03

Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2003 12:28:30 +0530 From: Nivedita.Sharma(a)fluor.com Thanks goes to Mr. Moorthy for compiling and sharing such useful information for the benefit of library professionals community. Can we also request to provide some more details about these courses, i.d. mode of conduction(regular/correspondence/distance edu.), contact info. academic sessions schedule or web site info. As some of these are really valuable courses and will be a value addition in our career if we go for such courses. Mr. Moorthy, if u could lead us to further links for more information. regards nivedita

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Re: Spiritual literature
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 24 Nov '03

24 Nov '03

You may find the following site useful: http://www.himalayanacademy.com/Resources/India_uni_lis t.html LIST OF SANSKRIT AND INDOLOGICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTES IN INDIA Apart from this, spiritual/service/publishing organisations such as Ramakrishna Math, ISKON, Geeta PressMaharshi Vidyapeeth, Yogoda Satsanga, Munshiram Manoharlal Publishers, Motilal Banarsidas, etc. are also good sources. It is a vast area. T.V. Prafulla Chandra --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Spiritual literatrue
by Mailing List Manager 24 Nov '03

24 Nov '03

Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2003 09:47:42 +0000 (GMT) From: "[iso-8859-1] vijaya kumara" <vijayakumar71(a)yahoo.co.in> Dear professionals, Can any one of you will inform me the name & address of the librareis, which are concentrated on on Spiritual literatrue and the collection like "Nadi Shastra, Vedas, Brahma Suthra's and Yogavashita" Waiting for your kind response Regards Vijayakumar ***************************************************************** Vijayakumar M, Learning Resource Centre, Beams International Education Institute, P O Box 31199, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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FREE ACCESS TO TWO DATABASES
by Mailing List Manager 24 Nov '03

24 Nov '03

Date: Sat, 22 Nov 2003 11:23:52 +0530 From: prafulla(a)nisc.co.in Dear All: NISC is pleased to offer FREE access to the following two global databases for the entire month of December 2003. ________________________________________________________ 1. Child Development & Adolescent Studies (101,640+ records) CDAS is today^s source for references to the current and historical literature related to the growth and development of children through the age of 21. Included are book reviews and abstracts from hundreds of journals, and a bibliography of thousands of technical reports, books, book chapters, theses and dissertations that cover the biomedical and social sciences worldwide. Over 10,000 new records added each year. NISC has transformed the entire 75 years of Child Development Abstracts & Bibliography (1927-2001) into today^s electronic format by including all of the issues previously published by the Society for Research in Child Development, Ann Arbor, Michigan. All this plus new coverage of Child Rights and welfare issues makes CDAS a contemporary and essential resource for leading research. 2. Family & Society Studies Worldwide (FSSW) (700,850+ records) A "must have" for any degree granting institution in these fields. A core resource for these professionals: Social Workers Marriage & Family Counselors Family Practitioners Social Scientists Sociologists Psychologists Organizations and Services dedicated to the Family Family & Society Studies Worldwide (FSSW) is a core resource in NISC's series of databases on family and gender related topics. NISC has recently expanded the coverage of FSSW, which formerly was produced by the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR). FSSW contains all the citations of the discontinued print version, Inventory of Marriage & Family Literature, plus abstracts which were never available in print. The highly respected Australian Family & Society Abstracts, commonly known as FAMILY, is produced by the Australian Institute of Family Studies. Sociologists Psychologists Organizations and Services dedicated to the Family Family & Society Studies Worldwide (FSSW) is a core resource in NISC's series of databases on family and gender related topics. NISC has recently expanded the coverage of FSSW, which formerly was produced by the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR). FSSW contains all the citations of the discontinued print version, Inventory of Marriage & Family Literature, plus abstracts which were never available in print. The highly respected Australian Family & Society Abstracts, commonly known as FAMILY, is produced by the Australian Institute of Family Studies. Enhanced sub-sets of records from highly relevant U.S. Government databases are included. Find everything you would expect and discover the unexpected about today's complex family and the challenges faced from within and society at-large. ________________________________________________________ Please contact us through email if you wish to have free access to these databases. Happy searching! Sincerely T.V. Prafulla Chandra Senior Editor

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Computer and IT Oriented Courses
by Mailing List Manager 24 Nov '03

24 Nov '03

Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2003 16:30:44 +0530 From: VYASAMOORTHY /IKP/HYD <Vyasamoorthy(a)icicikp.com> Dear Friends: You may wish to pass on the following info to your friends. Taken from: www.iqra-careers.com Vyasamoorthy, P ================== Annexure to: Computer and IT Oriented Courses Birla Institute of Technology (Ranchi) - (i) a two-year M.Sc (Information Science) Open to graduates in any discipline or for candidates possessing MBBS/BT/BE/B. Pharm degrees. (ii) PhD (Information Science) Guru Ghasidas University (Bilaspur, M.P., 495009) - Master of Library Automation and Networking, of one-year duration Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (Vidya Vihar, Rae Bareli Road, Lucknow-226025) - M.Sc (Information Science) of two-year duration. Graduates of all faculties including Engineering and Medicine are eligible for admission. Hyderabad University (Central University Post Office, Hyderabad-500046) - offers a distance learning programme, Postgraduate Diploma in Library Automation and Networking (PGDLAN) of one-year duration, open to candidates possessing Science and Computer Science. Bundelkhand University (Jhansi-284128, UP) - Master's Degree in Library Automation (MLA) of one year duration. Candidates possessing a degree in any discipline are eligible. Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar University (formerly Agra University) - (i) PG Diploma in Library Automation. The eligibility requirement is B.LISc degree with 50 per cent marks, (ii) Master of Information Technology Management (MITM) of two year duration. Admission in engineering or medicine or BLISc. The course contents are (a) Information Technology, (b) Communication, (c) Library and Information Science. In addition, there is an optional subject to be chosen from (i) Management Information System, (ii) Public Relations and Advertising, (iii) Technical Writing, and (iv) Planning and Management of Library & Information Centres. University of Kerala (Department of Library and Information Science) - Postgraduate Diploma course in Information Technology (PGDIT) Uttar Pradesh Rajarshi Tandon Open University (Allahabad) - Diploma in Website Designing and Management of one year duration. Above is an Annexures for Chapter 39: Library And Information Science ========================

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DRTC Seminar on MARTIF & OLIF
by Mailing List Manager 24 Nov '03

24 Nov '03

Indian Statistical Institute Documentation Research and Training Centre 8th Mile, Mysore Road, Bangalore 560 059 Seminar On Machine Readable Terminology Interchange Format (MARTIF) & Open Lexicon Interchange Format (OLIF) By M. Ramshirish ABSTRACT Proliferation of information on the web in every subject area has created chaos. Web requires to be classified and organized. Terminologies are important to understand a domain of knowledge. But, preparation of terminological databases is both time and money consuming activity. To overcome this problem, Terminological Interchange Formats came into picture. In the present era of Information Technology people are using different software and various formats to maintain the terminological databases. This is an obstacle for interchange of data from one database to another. For this we need standard interchange format, which should be both platform and format independent. MARTIF & OLIF are efforts in this direction. MARTIF deals with concept oriented terminology systems and OLIF focuses on the lexical side i.e., parts of speech, subject area, homonyms etc. This seminar aims to give an ove! rview of the MARTIF and OLIF formats. Date : 24 November 2003 (Monday) Time : 2 pm Venue : DRTC Class Room All are cordially invited Dr. ARD Prasad Coordinator

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Computer Books
by Mailing List Manager 24 Nov '03

24 Nov '03

Date: Sat, 22 Nov 2003 13:48:09 +0530 From: Monitor Information Services <emonitor(a)sancharnet.in> Hi We have number of computer books (old editions) which will be sent Free of Cost to any Institutional Library. List of such titles will be provided on e-mail request. Best Mukesh Anand Director - Marketing Monitor Information Services emonitor(a)sancharnet.in http://www.monitorinfo.com

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FREE ACCESS TO TWO DATABASES
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 22 Nov '03

22 Nov '03

Dear All: NISC is pleased to offer FREE access to the following two global databases for the entire month of December 2003. ________________________________________________________ 1. Child Development & Adolescent Studies (101,640+ records) CDAS is todays source for references to the current and historical literature related to the growth and development of children through the age of 21. Included are book reviews and abstracts from hundreds of journals, and a bibliography of thousands of technical reports, books, book chapters, theses and dissertations that cover the biomedical and social sciences worldwide. Over 10,000 new records added each year. NISC has transformed the entire 75 years of Child Development Abstracts & Bibliography (1927-2001) into todays electronic format by including all of the issues previously published by the Society for Research in Child Development, Ann Arbor, Michigan. All this plus new coverage of Child Rights and welfare issues makes CDAS a contemporary and essential resource for leading research. 2. Family & Society Studies Worldwide (FSSW) (700,850+ records) A "must have" for any degree granting institution in these fields. A core resource for these professionals: Social Workers Marriage & Family Counselors Family Practitioners Social Scientists Sociologists Psychologists Organizations and Services dedicated to the Family Family & Society Studies Worldwide (FSSW) is a core resource in NISC's series of databases on family and gender related topics. NISC has recently expanded the coverage of FSSW, which formerly was produced by the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR). FSSW contains all the citations of the discontinued print version, Inventory of Marriage & Family Literature, plus abstracts which were never available in print. The highly respected Australian Family & Society Abstracts, commonly known as FAMILY, is produced by the Australian Institute of Family Studies. Improved & Expanded Family & Society Studies Worldwide covers popular issues as well as meeting the requirements of professionals in all fields of social work, social science and family practice. The quality and quantity of literature cited have been increased, and the scope is international including new areas of research and types of publications. Publications indexed in the database are drawn from a wide range of social science disciplines including anthropology, sociology, psychology, demography, health sciences, education, economics, law, history, and social work. Source documents include related websites, internet documents, professional journals, conference papers, books, book chapters, selected popular literature, government reports, discussion and working papers, unpublished material such as poster sessions, statistical documents, theses & dissertations and other sources, many of which are indexed exclusively in FSSW. Enhanced sub-sets of records from highly relevant U.S. Government databases are included. Find everything you would expect and discover the unexpected about today's complex family and the challenges faced from within and society at-large. ________________________________________________________ Please contact us through email if you wish to have free access to these databases. Happy searching! Sincerely T.V. Prafulla Chandra Senior Editor --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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New(s)shake. Google's new(s) competitor Microsoft.
by Mailing List Manager 21 Nov '03

21 Nov '03

Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2003 12:19:38 +0530 From: sheshagiri kulkarni <kulkarnisheshagiri(a)hotmail.com> DearAll, Microsoft has created a news search service for its MSN portal called Newsbot (http://uk.newsbot.msn.com/) as its own alternative for Google news. Microsoft service is a test or beta version that culls over 4000 online news resources.Cover news in four languages English, Spanish, Italian and French languages and national news from different countries (United Kingdom, France, Spain,Ital). To fuel the news site, Microsoft has taken help from the San Francisco basedMoreoverTechnologies. Tit for tat: ----------- Google has offered a freely downloadable piece of software that allows users to do a Google search without having to open a browser (like Internet Explorer ).It enables to search with Google from any application without lifting fingers from the keyboard. With this, now user can keep a mini search engine "googling" in a corner, while typing or editing a document. It can be downloadedfrom http://toolbar.google.com/deskbar/. Regards Sheshagiri Sheshagiri R Kulkarni Information & Knowlege Management Trainee National Center for Science Information Indian Institute of Science Bangalore Ph 3942511 sheshagiri(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in

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Search IndMED and PubMed with Single click now
by Sukhdev Singh 20 Nov '03

20 Nov '03

NIC's Indian Medlars Centre (http://indmed.nic.in) has released a Test Version application for searching both IndMED and PubMed with a single click. It is a Meta-Search Interface and can be accessed from http://indmed.nic.in by clicking on METAMED hyperlinked word. IndMED is bibliographic database indexing 77 Indian Biomedical Journals by Indian Medlars Centre. PubMed (MEDLINE), as you are aware is created by US' National Library of Medicine, indexes about 4700 international biomedical journals. The MetaMED is being released for testing. Please report any problems to sukhi at hub.nic.in (replace '@' for 'at' here). Regards Sukhdev Singh _________________________________________________________________ Has one of the new viruses infected your computer? Find out with a FREE online computer virus scan from McAfee. Take the FreeScan now! http://clinic.mcafee.com/clinic/ibuy/campaign.asp?cid=3963

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RE: LIS-Forum Digest, Vol 8, Issue 14
by Mr. Sridhar Brahma 20 Nov '03

20 Nov '03

Dear All, I am searching for "Encyclopedia of industrial chemical analysis" by Snell and Ettre. Please help me in providing information from where I can procure it. Thanks & regards, Sridhar Brahma Information Scientist, SABIC Research & Technology Pvt Ltd., Plot No. 5 & 6, Savli GIDC Estate, Savli - Baroda Highway, Manjusar: - 391 775, Dist Baroda Gujarat, INDIA Ph: +91-2667-264521 Fax: +91-2667-264245 Email - sridhar(a)sabicind.com

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Astro: New journal?
by Mailing List Manager 20 Nov '03

20 Nov '03

Date: Wed, 19 Nov 2003 14:41:09 +0530 (IST) From: Nagesh Hadimani <nagesh(a)jncasr.ac.in> Dear sir, I found one article from the Journal "Recent Research Developments in Astronomy & Astrophysics" published by Research Signpost India 2002, You can access from the following web address. http://www.ima.umn.edu/preprints/aug2002/1877.pdf The above article is submitted by the following Author. Michael Efroimsky, Astronomer U.S. Naval Observatory 3450 Massachusetts Ave NW Washington DC 20392 email: efroimsk(a)imaNOSPAM.umn.edu Thanks. Nagesh Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research Jakkur, Bangalore India

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RE: [LIS-Forum] Astro: New journal?
by Mailing List Manager 20 Nov '03

20 Nov '03

Date: Thu, 20 Nov 2003 11:57:31 +0530 From: VYASAMOORTHY /IKP/HYD <Vyasamoorthy(a)icicikp.com> dear Dr Girija Please contact www.researchsignpost.com Research Signpost, T. C. 37/661(2), Fort Post Office, Trivandrum - 695023, Kerala, India Tel: 91.471.2460384, Fax: 91.471.2573051, E-mail: ggcom(a)vsnl.com They seem to be quality STM publishers from the titles already out. UNLIKE our 'friend': Biju K Abraham of :"Indian Institute of knowledge management", "Indian Journal of Library & Information science", Kottayam, Kerala India 686634Phone (482)22240720 Cell 9846 240720 Emaileditor(a)ijlis.com His Email does not work. There are complaints that BK Abraham asks (Foreign)authors to contribute papers,- don't know what he does with them -- never informs the outcome -- not even send a copy of the journal to the author. I thought Research Signpost may be similar such bogus organisation. NO, Research Signpost appears to be solid & real! But, How come he has not approached RRIL, IIAP etc if he is publishing "Recent Research Developments in Astronomy & Astrophysics" ? This is a mystery. Vyasamoorthy, p

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Vacancy at World Health Organization - Closing Date Approaching
by Tomas Allen 19 Nov '03

19 Nov '03

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Coverage of DRTC DL in DLib Magazine
by Sneha Shukla 19 Nov '03

19 Nov '03

Dear Professionals, A news item on DRTC Digital Library of Library and Information Science, is covered in D-Lib Magazine (http://www.dlib.org) under the column "In Brief". One can read the write up at: http://www.dlib.org/dlib/november03/11inbrief.html#PRASAD Alternatively a link is provided on the DRTC DL site: https://drtc.isibang.ac.in Or alternatively a link is given to it from DRTC official website: http://drtc.isibang.ac.in Sneha Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences Bangalore ________________________________________________________________________ Yahoo! India Mobile: Download the latest polyphonic ringtones. Go to http://in.mobile.yahoo.com

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Astro: New journal? (fwd)
by Library 19 Nov '03

19 Nov '03

Dear Friends, Does anyone have any information on this? This is the first time we are hearing about this journal. Thanks Girija Srinivasan ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Raman Research Institute Library, Tel: +91 80 361 0122 Extn 250 C V Raman Avenue, Sadashivanagar, Fax: +91 80 361 0492 Bangalore 560 080, India. Email: library(a)rri.res.in ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Tue, 18 Nov 2003 11:42:39 -0500 From: Donna Coletti <dcoletti(a)cfa.harvard.edu> To: pamnet listserver <slapam-L(a)lists.yale.edu> Subject: Astro: New journal? PAMnetters, One of our scientists has been invited to submit a review article by a journal unknown to us. He would like feedback from librarians to help him decide if this would be a good place to publish. The title is 'Recent Research Developments in Astronomy & Astrophysics' published by Research Signpost in India. Volume 1 was/is to be published in 2003. Have any of you subscribed or received a free issue? If so what do you think of it? Do you know any researchers who have submitted articles and why they chose this journal? We'd appreciate any feedback. Thanks -Donna -- ===================================================================== Donna J. Coletti, Head Librarian John G. Wolbach Library & Information Resource Center Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics 60 Garden St., Cambridge, MA 02138 Voice: 617.495.7289, Fax: 7199 cfa-www.harvard.edu/library =====================================================================

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InfoWatch - Oct 2003
by M.R Lalitha 18 Nov '03

18 Nov '03

Dear LIS-Forum member, The October 2003 issue of InfoWatch is now online, bringing you details of new Internet sites related to Science and Engineering. You can access the complete issue on the NCSI Web server at the URL : http://www.ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/infowatch/iw.php You will also find earlier issues of InfoWatch here. For your convenience, the table of contents is given below. If you wish to be on the mailing list of InfoWatch to receive the complete issue by e-mail, let us know. Also mention your format preference - html or text. Regards -Lalitha M.R lalitha(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in ------------------------------------------------------------------------ InfoWatch Tracking Networked Scientific Information Sources and Services (An electronic update service brought to you by NCSI) Oct 2003 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ In This Issue: 1. Beyond Logic [Information resource for hardware & programming for USB, legacy ports, device drivers etc] 2. BioABACUS - Biotechnology ABbreviation and ACronym Uncovering Service 3. CentralOps.net - Advanced online Internet utilities 4. ChemBank - Initiative for chemical genetics 5. Ecological risk analysis - Guidance, tools and applications 6. Encyclopedia of the Atmospheric Environment 7. Engineering case studies 8. Engineering and technology software [Free softwares/sharewares listed by Techstreet.com] 9. How People Learn: Brain, mind, experience and school 10. ITtoolbox dataware house 11. NEODYS - Near Earth object 12. OpenScience project [Dedicated for creating free and open source scientific software] 13. Organic Chemistry Resources Worldwide - Intutive resource for synthetic organic chemists 14. Protocols.com - Protocols for WAN, LAN, ATM communications and telecommunications 15. reallybig.com - A complete resource for all web builders 16. RF Cafe[[An information source in electronics] 17. Spice-Club.com[A resource for analog modeling and design applications] 18. Surface Properties of INterfaces - Protein Protein Interfaces (SPIN-PP) 19. Template Numerical Toolkit (TNT) - An interface for scientific computing in C++ 20. TreeBASE - A relational database of phylogenetic information ------------------------------------------------------------------------ About InfoWatch : InfoWatch is a monthly electronic newsletter, brought out by the National Centre for Science Information (NCSI) Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore - 560 012, INDIA. Information in the newsletter is collected and verified by NCSI staff.The newsletter aims to raise awareness of new sources of information on the Internet, particularly those which are relevant for higher education and research. Some items may be of relevance only to the IISc community.Resources reported here have been taken from various discussion lists and other network tools and no special claims are made for accuracy or originality. Most of the sources cited in the newsletter were checked at the time of publication, however it is possible that some of the resources are no longer available. We welcome comments about the newsletter and suggestions for resources to be featured. Please e-mail your comments to Infowatch editors: Ms. K. Thulasi (thulasi(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in) & Ms. M. R. Lalitha (lalitha(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in) ------------------------------------------------------------------------

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DRTC Seminar on Web Ontology Language (OWL)
by Mailing List Manager 17 Nov '03

17 Nov '03

Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2003 10:46:40 +0000 (GMT) From: "[iso-8859-1] Banda Shankar" <bandashankar(a)yahoo.co.in> Indian Statistical Institute Documentation Research & Training Center 8th Mile, Mysore road, Bangalore-560059 DRTC Seminar On Web Ontology Language (OWL) By Banda Shankar Abstract The Semantic Web is a vision for the future of the Internet where every information is given explicit meaning. This makes it easier for machines to automatically process and integrate information. XML's ability to define customized tags and RDF's flexible approach to represent data could be exploited to build Semantic Web. In extension to this several standard Ontologies are used. Web Ontology Language(OWL) is one such kind of Ontology. This seminar gives detailed overview of OWL and it's suitability for building future "Semantic Web". enue : DRTC classroom Date : 17th November, 2003(Monday) Time : 2.00 P.M. All are cordially invited Dr. A.R.D. Prasad Co-ordinator

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Business and Management Libraries: opportunities and challenges in 21st century- New Book
by Mailing List Manager 17 Nov '03

17 Nov '03

Date: Sat, 15 Nov 2003 14:01:31 -0500 From: Dr. Ramesh C. Gaur <rcgaur(a)tifr.res.in> "Business and Management Libraries: opportunities and challenges in 21st century", Edited by Ramesh C. Gaur, Ashok Jambekar, P.R. Goswami , and Tariq Asraf . Excel Books, New Delhi, October 2003. Hard Bound; Price Rs. 450/- ABOUT THE BOOK In view of the sudden growth of management education institutions in public as well as private sector, the present volume has been developed to share information and ideas for the development of libraries and business librarianship. A library is considered to be at the heart of an academic institution and plays a crucial role in the overall improvement of quality of study, teaching and learning. The book aims to address issues pertaining to challenges in business librarianship, knowledge management, resource sharing and networking, information infrastructure and information technology deployment in libraries, digital libraries, marketing of library services, total quality management and user information needs and user issues. Holistic in approach and lucid in language, the objective of the book is to debate and discuss a plethora of issues that concern the library professionals especially in the light of the information technology boom. Through a culmination of 24 papers, it has been our endeavour to voice the experience and knowledge of academicians and professionals from management institutions with the hope that the readers would get new insights and benefit from them. ABOUT THE EDITORS Dr. Ramesh C. Gaur, Librarian at Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai has over a decade of experience in Library Information field. His career specialization has been in Automation and Reengineering of Libraries. Dr. Gaur successfully carried out total library automation project of Planning Commission Library (Government of India). He has published over 30 articles in various national and international books, journals and conference proceedings. His authored book"Reengineering Library and Information Services: People, Process and Technology" has received wide acclamation. He is the Founder Convener of Ranganathan Research Circle (RRC), New Delhi and Life trustee and Joint Secretary of Ranganathan Research Trust. He is presently at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, USA under Fulbright Fellowship in Information Science and Technology. Late Ashok Jambhekar was Librarian at Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad and Head NICMAN, established by NISSAT. He was also Founder President of Management Libraries Network, New Delhi. Dr. P. R. Goswami is presently Director National Social Science Documentation Centre (NASSDOC), New Delhi. In his wide ranging experience in the field of Library and Information Science, his past assignments have been in Planning Commission (Government of India) and University of Delhi. He has served as General Secretary of Indian Library Association (ILA). He has authored many articles and essays for national and international journals. Dr.Tariq Ashraf has over 15 years of rich and varied experience in prestigious organizations. Before joining IILM in January 1997, he has worked at Centre for Policy Research and Indian Institute of Mass Communication for more than 8 years. He has contributed 15 research papers in journals of repute. One of his papers titled "Information Technology and Public Policy: A Socio-Human Profile of Indian Digital Revolution" has been awarded by American Society for Information Science and Technology (ASSIST) for the year 2003. He is also Editor of MANLIBNET Review, a quarterly newsletter of Management Libraries Network, New Delhi.

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Open access leads to higher citations and visibility!
by Mailing List Manager 17 Nov '03

17 Nov '03

Date: Sat, 15 Nov 2003 15:08:36 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Friends: Here is some evidence to show that open access papers are cited far more often than papers which are not in the open access domain. Based on some well-planned research! Here is an excerpt from a posting by Stevan Harnad to another list.. Arun ------- You may be interested in: <http://listserv.nd.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind0311&L=pamnet&D=1&O=D&P=1632> which is a report by the librarian liason of the AAS Pub board meeting. The relevant paragraph (at the end) is: "Finally, there was a very interesting brief report from Greg Schwarz (from the ApJ editorial office) on some work he's doing tracking citation rates of papers published in the ApJ based on whether they were posted on astro-ph or not. He studied samples from July-Dec. 1999 and July-Dec. 2002. The first interesting point is that 72% of the papers published in the latter period had appeared on astro-ph, although the submission rate to the server seems to be leveling off. He also noted that the number of authors per paper has been increasing along with the total length and that most astro-ph submissions are after acceptance by the journal. The really fascinating conclusion he's drawn, at least from my perspective, is that ApJ papers that were also on astro-ph have a citation rate that is _twice_ that of papers not on the preprint server. Moreover, this higher citation rate appears to continue once the time gap disappears (that is, papers on astro-ph are viewed about nine months ahead of the journal paper, but after several years of availability, the astro-ph papers are still being cited at a significantly higher rate)." You [Michael Kurtz, Astrophysics, Harvard] have shown some similar work already, but this seems nicely done. With the majority of ApJ papers going to astro-ph those which are not preprinted (and which are less referenced) seem the oddballs. I have been assuming that the higher citation rates for papers which are preprinted was due to the preprinting; perhaps the effect is that lower quality/interest papers are not preprinted. Can I ask for a clarification (because the word "preprinted," unlike "self-archived," is somewhat ambiguous): Are you specifically referring here to the prepublication part of an article's timeline, your point being that in astrophysics, where the publishers' versions are all effectively "open access" by the time they appear (in that they are all available to the entire worldwide astrophysical research community via site-licenses to the relatively small and closed group of journals involved), there are *still* twice as many citations of those papers that were self-archived before publication (as either pre-refereeing preprints or post-refereeing postprints or both) than to those that only became openly accessible when they became available as from the publisher? That would be very useful news both for the value of open access to eprints (preprints and postprints) in general and the value of prepublication self-archiving in particular, suggesting that (if we take Steve Lawrence's figures for the overall citation advantage of free online access to eprints over the its alternatives -- online or on-paper -- which is a citation advantage of 4.5) we see that a two-fold advantage already comes from free access to the prepublication phase alone. The causality, of course, is uncertain here, as you note: Is it that earlier open-access enhances the citation counts, or that the better articles are the ones that are being self-archived earlier? In any case, it is certainly a vote both for open access and for early self-archiving! Cheers, Stevan

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common names of chemical compounds
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 14 Nov '03

14 Nov '03

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Dialog Seeks Asian Pacific Applicants for 2004 Roger K. Summit sch.
by Mailing List Manager 14 Nov '03

14 Nov '03

Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2003 10:33:17 +0530 From: K Prakash <prakash(a)inflibnet.ac.in> [For more details please visit http://www.dialog.com/pressroom/2003/aus_111003.shtml] P R E S S R E L E A S E Dialog Seeks Asian Pacific Applicants for 2004 Roger K. Summit Scholarship MELBOURNE, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA (10 November 2003) ^ Dialog, a Thomson (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC) business and a leading worldwide provider of online-based information services and integrated information solutions, today said that it is seeking applicants from Asian Pacific countries for its second Roger K. Summit Scholarship to be awarded in the region. The company will award a scholarship of AU$5,000 (or equivalent in local currency) to a student enrolled in an accredited library or information sciences course in Australia, China, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Pakistan, Thailand, Taiwan, The Philippines, Vietnam or another Asian Pacific country. The deadline for applicants is Friday, 27 February 2004. Applications are available online at www.dialog.com/home/australia/scholarship.shtml. The winner will be announced in March 2004. Dialog awards three Roger K. Summit Scholarships annually, one each in North America, Europe and Middle East, and in the Asia Pacific region. A panel of local information professionals and educators selects the regional winners after reviewing academic achievement, interest in electronic information services, proficiency using the online services offered by Dialog, and faculty recommendations. In 2003, Dialog awarded its first Asian Pacific Roger K. Summit Scholarship to Wei Ping Yu of the University of New South Wales. That announcement was made at the 11th Information Online Conference and Exhibition in Sydney, organised by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). With best wishes/regards. Bye. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- K PRAKASH Scientific/Technical Officer-I INFLIBNET(Information and Library Network) Centre An IUC of University Grants Commission Near Gujarat University Guest House Navrangpura, PB No.4116 AHMEDABAD-380009 India # Tel. 91-079-6305971 / 6304695; Fax: 630 0990(Off.); 6763724(Res.) Email: prakash(a)inflibnet.ac.in; prakash_k(a)yahoo.com

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a doubt
by Mailing List Manager 14 Nov '03

14 Nov '03

Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2003 09:42:46 +0000 (GMT) From: "[iso-8859-1] Hanamanthraya Biradar" <biradar_76(a)yahoo.co.in> Dear Friends, I am working as a librarian in one of the educational institute. Now I have faced one problem about the magazine. How it is possible to know whether it is aInternational/National magazine. Please give me the suggetions about this problem. E-mail : biradar_76(a)yahoo.co.in Thanking You

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Workshop on using "Greenstone Digital Library Software" for Pune librarians
by Sunita Barve 14 Nov '03

14 Nov '03

Forthcoming Event at Bioinformatics Centre, University of Pune Workshop on Building Digital Libraries using Greenstone Digital Library Software At Bioinformatics Centre, University of Pune, Pune 411 007, on 30th November - 1st December 2003. Timings: 9.00 am to 6.00 pm Objectives and goals of workshop The goal of this workshop is to give basic training on GSDL to initiate building digital libraries/files. Focus is on installing, configuring, application and administration of this package. At the end of the Workshop, participant should have acquired the knowledge and skill sets required to build digital libraries using GSDL. Who can participate? Library and Information professionals those are currently working in library and information centres�from Pune area/region. Pre-requisites Participants should have basic computer knowledge to use various commands in WINDOWS and DOS environment. Good understanding of electronic documents, web sites, HTML page creation, word processing, Internet searching, and databases is essential. Course material Each participant will get GSDL installation CD-ROM. It will also have course material and exercises. Workshop fees Fees: Rs. 1000/- per participant No. of participants: 30 Fee covers course material, software CD, lunch and tea Workshop Content Training programme will include presentations, demonstrations and lab sessions. Following is the tentative program list: * GSDL: Features and examples * GSDL: Installation, configuration, accessing sample collections * Collection building * Collection configuration * Customizing GSDL interface Resource Persons Shubhada Nagarkar,Bioinformatics Centre, Pune Anant Sabane, Kanbay, Pune Nirupama Bawdekar, IUCAA, Pune Sunita Barve, NCRA, Pune Technical Support Sanjay Londhe, Bioinformatics Centre Rahul Khandare, Bioinformatics Centre Course Co-ordinator Shubhada Nagarkar Librarian, Bioinformatics Centre University of Pune, Pune 411007 Ph.: 5690195 Mobile No.: 9822997760 Fax: 5690087 Email: shubha(a)bioinfo.ernet.in Workshop Site: http://bioinfo.ernet.in/library/workshop/main.htm Registration Form Participant's Name: Ms./ Mr./ Dr./ Prof.:_______________________________ Position:____________________________ Organization:_________________________________________________________ Address:_________________________________________________________________ City:_________ Pin:_____________Telephone:__________________ Fax:__________________________Email:_______________________ Registration details Payment details DD No:________________________Date:__________________________ Amount in Rs.:________________ (Note: DD to be drawn in favor of "The Registrar, University of Pune Pune -7", payable at Pune) Date:__________________ Signature:_______________ Please fill this form and send it to The Coordinator, along with the registration fee, on or before 28th November 2003. ---------00000-----------

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Edit of PDF document
by Mailing List Manager 14 Nov '03

14 Nov '03

Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2003 11:09:36 +0530 From: Satya Ranjan Sahu <srsahu(a)darya.nio.org> Dear members, Editing in a PDF document, which is captured by "Page Capture", increases the file size tremendously of the original. Is there any solution to keep the size in control? We have scanned few articles from the print documents. After converting the image as editable PDF using "Abode Page Capture" the size found to be reasonable. But when the PDF document edited using the "touch text tool" or "capture suspect" of Adobe Acrobat, the size increases. Please let me know the solution to keep the file size reasonable. Thanking you With regards Satya "Make everyday memorable" -------------------------------------------------------- Satya Ranjan Sahu NIO Library (NICMAS) National Institute of Oceanography Dona Paula, Goa - 403 004 Phone: 91- (0)832 - 2450 370 (Direct) 2450 450(Extn. 370) ---------------------------------------------------------

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IFLA Award, Closing date 30 Nov.
by Dinesh K. Gupta 14 Nov '03

14 Nov '03

Dear Colleagues, Any professional worldover who has initiated/ done marketing project/ compaign in his/her library and wants to attend 2004 IFLA Conference in Buenos Aires ( Argentina) with a cash award of US$1000 , may apply for the IFLA-3M International Marketing Award. The Closing date (30th Nov.) is approaching very fast. Pl. Find application details at: http://www.ifla.org/VII/s34/award/3m-appform-e.doc Regards, Dinesh K. Gupta (Member, Standing Committee, Management & Marketing Section, IFLA)

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Teledensity
by Mailing List Manager 12 Nov '03

12 Nov '03

Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2003 09:43:08 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Here is a comparison of teledensity in selected Asian countries. "The teledensity in Bangladesh is one of the lowest in the region. According to latest statistics (ITU), Bangladesh has 0.79 phones for per 100 people whereas it is 3.94 in India, 4.4 in Sri Lanka, 2.9 in Pakistan, 1.34 in Nepal, 24.98 in China, 49.9 in Malaysia and 6.17 in Indonesia. More than 70 per cent of the population of Bangladesh do not have telephone access," says Nur-ul Alam, Melbourne, Australia. Clearly China and Malaysia are way ahead of India. As India cannot afford telephones for all individuals/familieswe for a long time to come, we should encourage community owned telecentres, such as the ones established by M S Swaminathan Research Foundation in the villages of Pondicherry of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu. We should also also encourage voice over IP and community radio. Arun [Subbiah Arunachalam]

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An electronic journal
by Mailing List Manager 12 Nov '03

12 Nov '03

Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2003 07:42:58 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Here is a useful electronic journal: http://informationr.net/ir/ Arun

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Fwd: Re: On the Need to Take Both Roads to Open Access
by Subbiah Arunachalam 12 Nov '03

12 Nov '03

Here is aletter from Stevan Harnad to Katie Mantell of SciDevNet, which should be of interest to information professionals trying to understand and promote open access to scientific literature. Arun [Subbiah Arunachalam] Dear Katie Mantell: > > As you requested, I have transmitted widely your > announcement about > SciDevNet's coverage of open access: > http://www.scidev.net/ms/open_access/ > > As you also ask for my comments, Here they are: > > (1) The SciDevNet's coverage is very helpful and > welcome, but at the > moment it is *extremely* lop-sided, covering only > one of the two roads > to open access -- open-access journal publication -- > but not the other > road: open-access self-archiving of toll-access > journal publications: > http://www.nature.com/nature/debates/e-access/Articles/harnad.html > > (2) You do cite the Budapest Open Access Initiative > (BOAI) but you do > not note that the BOAI consists of *two* open-access > strategies, of > which the second (BOAI-2) is open-access journal > publication but the > first (BOAI-1) is open-access self-archiving: > http://www.soros.org/openaccess/read.shtml > > (3) This is an important omission, because in actual > numbers, open-access > self-archiving is generating far more open access > articles per year than > open-access journal-publishing, and open-access via > this road is also > able to grow much sooner and faster. In fact, in all > likelihood, the > "green" road of open-access self-archiving is itself > also the surest > way to reach the "golden" road of open-access > journal-publishing! > > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/self-archiving_files/Slide0026.gif > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/self-archiving_files/Slide0021.gif > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/self-archiving_files/Slide0024.gif > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/self-archiving_files/Slide0028.gif > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/self-archiving_files/Slide0022.gif > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/self-archiving_files/Slide0030.gif > > Complete series: > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/self-archiving.htm > or > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/self-archiving.ppt > > (4) This is why it is so important not to represent > "open-access" as > merely being synonymous with > "open-access-publishing"! > > (5) In your key reports and documents, you have > mostly BOAI-2 reports and > documents. May I suggest adding the following BOAI-1 > reports and > documents: > > (i) The BOAI-1 (self-archiving) FAQ: > http://www.eprints.org/self-faq/ > > (ii) The original self-archiving proposal > (Okerson & ODonnell 1995) > http://www.arl.org/scomm/subversive/toc.html > > (iii) The University self-archiving policy > model: > > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/archpolnew.html > > (iv) The Research-Funder open-access policy > model: > http://www.ariadne.ac.uk/issue35/harnad/ > > (v) The Berlin Open Access Declaration: > > http://www.zim.mpg.de/openaccess-berlin/berlindeclaration.html > > (vi) SPARC Institutional Repository Checklist & > Resource Guide > http://www.arl.org/sparc/IR/IR_Guide.html > > (6) Among "Open Access Initiatives" could I suggest > adding > > (i) The SHERPA Project > http://www.sherpa.ac.uk/ > > (ii) The DARE Project > > http://www.surf.nl/en/themas/print/index2.php?oid=7 > > (iii) The Australian initiative > > http://alia.org.au/publishing/incite/2002/10/eprints.html > > (iv) French initiatives: > http://www.tours.inra.fr/tours/doc/comsci.htm > > (v) The cross-institutional archive, OAIster > http://oaister.umdl.umich.edu/o/oaister/ > > (7) To "Open Access Literature" I suggest adding: > > Harnad, S. (2001) The self-archiving initiative > > http://www.nature.com/nature/debates/e-access/Articles/harnad.html > > Pinfield et al (2002) "Setting up an > institutional e-print archive" > > http://www.ariadne.ac.uk/issue31/eprint-archives/intro.html > > And to links I would add: > > Core metalist of open access eprint archives > > http://opcit.eprints.org/archive-core-metalist.html > > as well as the following resources: > > Very large harvested cache of open-access > arcticles in Computer > Science: http://citeseer.nj.nec.com/cs > > GNU Open-Source Self-Archiving Software: > http://www.eprints.org/ > > Citation-Impact-Measuring Search Engine for > Open-Access Achives: > http://citebase.eprints.org/cgi-bin/search > > Citation-Seeking Engine (looks for open-access > full-texts) > http://paracite.eprints.org/ > > American Scientist Forum (discussion of open > access since 1998) > > http://amsci-forum.amsci.org/archives/september98-forum.html > > Open Archives Initiative > http://www.openarchives.org/ > > Powerpoints for promoting open access: > > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/berlin.ppt > > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/berlin.htm > > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/openaccess.ppt > > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/openaccess.htm > > These recommendations are all intended so as to make > the SciDevNet > site's contribution to open-access complete, rather > than being, as it is > now, merely a review of the open-access > journal-publishing portion of > the overall movements and initiatives toward open > access. > > Sincerely, > > Stevan Harnad > > On Wed, 5 Nov 2003, Katie Mantell wrote: > > > Dear Stevan Harnad > > > > Many thanks for your email in response to the > editorial on communicating > > science in an electronic era. > > > > We have posted it on our letters to the editor > page > > (http://www.scidev.net/EditorLetters/) and have > also taken the opportunity > > to post it on a special section of the website > that we are launching today > > on "Open Access and Scientific Publishing" under > 'Feedback and Debate'. > > > > In this section > (http://www.scidev.net/open_access) we have drawn > together > > resources on access to scientific information in > the developing world. > > > > It includes: > > Â· Up-to-date news, features and opinion articles > on the issues > > surrounding open access and scientific publishing > > Â· Descriptions of (and links to) current open > access initiatives > > Â· Access to free scientific literature > > Â· Links to key reports > > Â· Comprehensive events section with the latest > meeting proceedings and > > future events. > > Â· An opportunity for you to comment and give > your views > > > > We hope that this guide will be a useful and > important resource for all > > those interested in open access to scientific > information, and will provoke > > further critical thinking and discussion on the > key issues. > > > > I would therefore be grateful if you could pass > this message on to > > colleagues and friends who might be interested > (www.scidev.net/open_access) > > Also, do let me know if you have any comments on > the section. > > > > Best regards > > > > Katie Mantell > > > > ============================================ > > Katie Mantell > > News Editor > > > > SciDev.Net > > 11 Rathbone Place > > London > > W1T 1HR > > United Kingdom > > > > Tel: +44 (0)20 7291 3695 > > Fax: +44 (0)20 7291 3697 > > ============================================ > > SciDev.Net - found at www.scidev.net - is a > free-access website providing > > news, views and information on science, technology > and the developing world. > > > NOTE: Complete archive of the ongoing discussion of > providing open > access to the peer-reviewed research literature > online is available at > the American Scientist September Forum (98 & 99 & 00 > & 01 & 02 & 03): > > http://amsci-forum.amsci.org/archives/september98-forum.html > > http://www.cogsci.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Hypermail/Amsci/index.html > Posted discussion to: > september98-forum(a)amsci-forum.amsci.org > > Dual Open-Access Strategy: > BOAI-2: Publish your article in a suitable > open-access journal > whenever one exists. > BOAI-1: Otherwise, publish your article in a > suitable toll-access > journal and also self-archive it. > http://www.soros.org/openaccess/read.shtml > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/berlin.htm ________________________________________________________________________ Want to chat instantly with your online friends? 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Re: LIS-Forum Digest, Vol 8, Issue 8
by g balasubramanian 11 Nov '03

11 Nov '03

Hello Sir Add my name as member.

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DRTC Seminar on XFML
by Mailing List Manager 11 Nov '03

11 Nov '03

Date: 11 Nov 2003 10:16:10 -0000 From: aprajita suman <aprajita_drtc(a)rediffmail.com> Indian Statistical Institute Documentation Research and Training Center 8th Mile, Mysore Road,Bangalore 560 059 DRTC Seminar on EXTENSIBLE FACETED MARKUP LANGUAGE by Aparajita Suman ADIS Student, DRTC The unplanned dumping of information on WWW is the reason of the chaotic web of today. The way out of this WEB (in literal sense) seems to be only through planned organization, using faceted techniques, of the burgeoning sources of information. The role of XFML i.e. extensible faceted markup language gets defined in this context. The markup language allows one to relate the topics of concern and to provide a meaningful way of accessing information. This seminar on XFML will try to explore its nuances and suitability for defining a web of well-placed, closely-knit information threads. Venue : DRTC Classroom Date : 14th November^ 2003 Time : 2 P.M. All are cordially invited Co-ordinator Dr. ARD Prasad DRTC Indian Statistical Institute Bangalore

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IndLibra: Draft Aims & Objectives--Review for review & comments/suggestions
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 10 Nov '03

10 Nov '03

<color><param>0100,0100,0100</param>Dear Professional Colleagues: The draft proposal for the starting of a discussion group "IndLibra" to bring all library professionals in India to a common meeting point for effective communication with all stakeholders in LI services is given below. Kindly review it and let us have your valuable comments on this proposal. If you feel something is missing, please feel free to respond. To view the IndLibrary Group, please visit: http://indlibra.myforum.net/ We are awaiting Prof Laxman Rao's response to our request to lead the Ind Libra Group. We hope that he would spare some time to guide the IndLibra project. ___________________________________________<bigger><bigger><bigger> IndLibra<smaller><smaller><smaller> Knowledge and Information are the fountainheads of all-round human development. IndLibras mission is to facilitate free flow of knowledge and information in all directions, wherever it is required and without any discrimination, for the purpose of reducing human suffering and enhancing human capacities. <bigger><bigger>Aim<smaller><smaller> To provide Indian LIS professionals a common communication interface for the purpose of revolutionizing LI services and LIS education throughout India at all levels. IndLibra seeks to bring all Indian LIS professionals serving in various types of libraries such as public, academic and special on a single platform for effective communication among themselves and with all the stakeholders. This network of LIS professionals would act as the change agent to bring about a metamorphosis in Indian LI services. It would also act as a single voice of Indian library profession. <bigger><bigger>Who are the stakeholders?<smaller><smaller> IndLibra is meant to serve the needs of all stakeholders involved in the provision of LI services such as Library users and non-users Librarians LIS teachers LIS students Library suppliers (publishers, distributors, booksellers, manufacturers of equipment, service providers, etc.) Subject experts <bigger><bigger>Objectives<smaller><smaller> 1. To provide a nation-wide, Internet-based Reference/Community Information Services for the general public by offering a SINGLE WINDOW INFORMATION ACCESS POINT. 2. To facilitate resource sharing among various types of libraries all over India through fast and easy provision of information about availability of documents in libraries. 3. To compile a single, comprehensive Database of Indian LIS Professionals/Library & Information Centres covering all types of libraries. 4. To serve as the real-life laboratory for Reference Service courses in Indian LIS schools. 5. To formulate a national research agenda for LIS taking into consideration the needs of all types of libraries. 6. To provide a market place for library suppliers such as publishers, booksellers, equipment manufacturers, service providers, etc., for announcing their new books/journals/equipment/products/services. 7. To encourage library donations from the general public for collection development, construction of library buildings, purchase of ICT equipment, etc. 8. To support establishment of Friends of the Library Groups throughout India. 9. To form a nation-wide panel of subject experts willing to provide, free of cost, subject-related information to the common persons. 10. To build up a strong pressure group comprising of eminent persons from diverse fields to lobby for strengthening of LI services. 11. To enhance the professional image of librarians through active public relations campaigns and provision of proactive and imaginative information services aimed at the common persons. 12. To utilise the entire knowledge base of Indian LIS professionals for meeting the needs of the general public. <bigger><bigger>Who can join?<smaller><smaller> IndLibra is open to all. Any person interested in LI services is free to participate, use and contribute to this group. In the first phase, IndLibra would strive to enlist participation of university librarians and reference personnel working in all Indian universities, IITs, IIMs, librarians of all State Central Libraries and District Central Libraries throughout India, librarians of all government/special libraries, LIS teachers, LIS students, Library Suppliers (Publishers, Distributors, Booksellers, Equipment Manufacturers, Service Providers, etc.), Subject Experts and Library Users (both actual and potential). <bigger><bigger>What IndLibra can do for you?<smaller><smaller> <bold><bigger>1) For the general public</bold><smaller> Searching for a book, journal, article, CD-ROM, AV cassette, film, microform, etc., in an Indian library? Post your request at IndLibra-- your single window service for locating materials in Indian libraries. Through a single message you can check all major libraries throughout India whether a particular document is available or not. The libraries which have this document in their collection would respond to your request. Then, you can get it on inter-library loan by contacting your local librarian or request for a copy of it. Are you looking for information required for your day-to-day living relating to education, health, employment, agriculture, etc.? Send your questions to IndLibra and get replies from the librarians/subject experts all over India. India Libra is your reliable source for all types of community information. Want to buy books, journals, etc.? Librarians can help you in locating publishers, booksellers, etc. Simply post a message at IndLibra. Want to start a Friends of the Library Group in your locality? Just post your message at IndLibra. We will provide detailed help on how to start and successfully manage such a Group for improving library and information services in your neighbourhood. Would you like to serve the society by supporting libraries? Donate liberally to libraries! Your donations could be in the form of valuable books, journals, etc. of your personal collection or cash to support construction of library buildings, purchase of library furniture/equipment, computers, etc. Just send a message to IndLibra indicating what you wish to donate. You would receive responses from the Indian libraries which are willing to accept and make productive use of your donation. You will have a wide choice to select the libraries you wish to support. Your books reach the right library where they are likely to be most used. Searching for best books or recommended books on a particular subject/topic? Would you like to explore books which change lives? Librarians/subject experts at IndLibra would be glad to help you. Just send your query. <bold><bigger>2) For Librarians</bold><smaller> Facilitates resource sharing among Indian libraries. You would be able to know within 24 hours where a particular document is available in an Indian library. IndLibra helps you to locate easily potential library suppliers (of documents/equipment/services, etc.). Just post your library requirements at IndLibra and receive replies from all the suppliers. No more throwing arrows in the dark trying to identify who can supply a particular document or which bookseller has a particular foreign book in his stock. By communicating library requirements to all suppliers through a single posting at IndLibra you would be ensuring equality of opportunity to all of them and this helps your library to clinch the best deals. Enhance your professional image through active participation in provision of LI services at the national level. Participation in IndLibra could be one of your extension service activities. Improving your librarys visibility at the national level is likely to encourage donations from the public for strengthening your collections, services, equipment, etc. <bold><bigger>3) For LIS teachers & students</bold><smaller> Would you like to expose your students to real life examples of reference service? Let them handle live reference queries from all over India at IndLibra. Thinking of strengthening your departmental library/computer laboratory? Place your requirements at IndLibra to encourage donations. Are you a student searching for clarity on a particular theory/concept/topic in LIS? Drop your query at IndLibra to receive replies from eminent LIS teachers. Searching for books in LIS? Cant afford to buy books required for your study/research? Send your request to IndLibra and receive help. <bigger>4) For Library Suppliers (Publishers, Distributors, Booksellers, Manufacturers of equipment, Service providers, etc.)<smaller> Announce your latest books/journals/products/services through IndLibra. Reach the entire Indian librarian community through a single posting at IndLibra and expand your customer base all over India. This is a FREE SERVICE meant for fast dissemination of information relating to all library supplies. IndLibra serves as a market place for all your needs. <bold><bigger>5) For Subject Experts</bold><smaller> Would you like to serve the general public by answering their queries relating to specialized subject areas. Join the IndLibras panel of subject experts and disseminate your knowledge and information for the benefit of Indian masses. IndLibra would evolve as a single-window service for dissemination of knowledge and information in all areas of human endeavour. It would strive to answer every query within 24 hours of its posting. In the initial stages, as over 1000+ library and information professionals, LIS teachers, subject experts, etc., would be available round the clock to serve the users, we hope the response time would be must faster. We welcome one and all to join the IndLibra group to avail and contribute to its services. END ___________________________________________________ Thank you Sincerely T.V. Prafulla Chandra Senior Editor --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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The Hindu : Opening access to science
by Mailing List Manager 10 Nov '03

10 Nov '03

Date: Sun, 9 Nov 2003 14:55:13 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> An editorial by Gopalraj (gopalraj(a)vsnl.com) on Open Access, published in 'The Hindu' is available online at: http://www.hindu.com/2003/11/08/stories/2003110801121000.htm ---------- Dear Stevan: I shall strongly recommend publication of your article (in response to the Hindu editorial by Gopalraj) in Current Science. I am marking a copy of this mail to Prof. Balaram, Editor, Current Science. I also recommend to Current Science to publish a brief article by you (and Peter Suber if he agrees) once in two months, that is one in four issues. By the time you arrive here in September 2004, many avid readers of Current Science would know your arguments. Regards. Arun ------- Stevan Harnad's Response to the above editorial by GopalRaj: > > The Gold and Green Roads to Open Access > > The editorial is of course very timely and useful, because it describes open > access and the open-access journals. But it is unfortunately far from > being as useful as it could be, for it is in fact merely a direct echo > of the proportion of press attention that open-access journal-publishing > (the "golden road to open access") has been getting in the Western > Press. That attention too would be well and good if it were proportionate, > with the emphasis being on *open access* itself, rather than only > on the golden road to it! For if open access is identified with > open-access journal-publishing alone, or even primarily, we overlook the > complementary "green road to open access" (open-access self-archiving > of toll-access articles) that is in a position to provide (and > is already providing) far more open access, far sooner, and with no > attendant certainty. > > It is satisfying to focus on the triumphs of the golden road; the > editorial names all the causes and the desiderata; it echoes the widespread > sense of momentum and of nearing the goal. But in reality it is a > blueprint for yet another decade of needless waiting for open access! > > The editorial mentions the relevant figures: 20,000 journals (probably > more like 24,000 today, according to Bowker's), 1 million articles > every year (probably 2.5 million) and about 550 "gold" journals > (publishing about 60,000 open-access articles yearly). > http://www.ulrichsweb.com/ulrichsweb/analysis/ > http://www.doaj.org/ > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Hypermail/Amsci/2983.html of toll-access articles) that is in a position to provide (and > is already providing) far more open access, far sooner, and with no > attendant certainty. > It is satisfying to focus on the triumphs of the golden road; the > editorial names all the causes and the desiderata; it echoes the widespread > sense of momentum and of nearing the goal. But in reality it is a > blueprint for yet another decade of needless waiting for open access! > > The editorial mentions the relevant figures: 20,000 journals (probably > more like 24,000 today, according to Bowker's), 1 million articles > every year (probably 2.5 million) and about 550 "gold" journals > (publishing about 60,000 open-access articles yearly). > http://www.ulrichsweb.com/ulrichsweb/analysis/ > http://www.doaj.org/ > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Hypermail/Amsci/2983.html > > But the editorial does not put 2+2 together! 550/24,000 and > 60,000/2,500,000 are *minuscule* ratios, and their rate and likelihood of > growth are equally minuscule. And there is still uncertainty about the > viability of the golden journal cost-recovery model at this time. It is satisfying to focus on the triumphs of the golden road; the > editorial names all the causes and the desiderata; it echoes the widespread > sense of momentum and of nearing the goal. But in reality it is a > blueprint for yet another decade of needless waiting for open access! > > The editorial mentions the relevant figures: 20,000 journals (probably > more like 24,000 today, according to Bowker's), 1 million articles > every year (probably 2.5 million) and about 550 "gold" journals > (publishing about 60,000 open-access articles yearly). > http://www.ulrichsweb.com/ulrichsweb/analysis/ > http://www.doaj.org/ > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Hypermail/Amsci/2983.html > > But the editorial does not put 2+2 together! 550/24,000 and > 60,000/2,500,000 are *minuscule* ratios, and their rate and likelihood of > growth are equally minuscule. And there is still uncertainty about the > viability of the golden journal cost-recovery model at this time. K> It is satisfying to focus on the triumphs of the golden road; the > editorial names all the causes and the desiderata; it echoes the widespread > sense of momentum and of nearing the goal. But in reality it is a > blueprint for yet another decade of needless waiting for open access! > > The editorial mentions the relevant figures: 20,000 journals (probably > more like 24,000 today, according to Bowker's), 1 million articles > every year (probably 2.5 million) and about 550 "gold" journals > (publishing about 60,000 open-access articles yearly). > http://www.ulrichsweb.com/ulrichsweb/analysis/ > http://www.doaj.org/ > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Hypermail/Amsci/2983.html It is satisfying to focus on the triumphs of the golden road; the > editorial names all the causes and the desiderata; it echoes the widespread > sense of momentum and of nearing the goal. But in reality it is a > blueprint for yet another decade of needless waiting for open access! > > The editorial mentions the relevant figures: 20,000 journals (probably > more like 24,000 today, according to Bowker's), 1 million articles > every year (probably 2.5 million) and about 550 "gold" journals > (publishing about 60,000 open-access articles yearly). > http://www.ulrichsweb.com/ulrichsweb/analysis/ > http://www.doaj.org/ > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Hypermail/Amsci/2983.html > > But the editorial does not put 2+2 together! 550/24,000 and > 60,000/2,500,000 are *minuscule* ratios, and their rate and likelihood of > growth are equally minuscule. And there is still uncertainty about the > viability of the golden journal cost-recovery model at this time. So whereas pointing out the growing awareness among both researchers > and the general public, at last, of the value and desirability and > the possibility of open access, is a good thing, pinning the hopes > of attaining open access on the golden road alone, or even primarily, > represents a great opportunity lost. > > At the very end of the editorial, almost as an afterthought, there is > indeed a brief mention of the *other* road, the "green" road. > > "In addition, even when papers are published in conventional journals, > the pre-print (and sometimes the post-print) versions can often be > placed in open electronic archives to ensure free access. Physicists > have been doing this for years and scientists from other disciplines, > especially biology and medicine, need to follow suit." > > But this brief passing mention fails to point out that open-access But this brief passing mention fails to point out that open-access > self-archiving *is* indeed the other road to open access, and the road > that *can* bring us (and *is* already bringing us) to open access far > faster -- not having to face the obstacle of (1) creating 23,450 new > journals, (2) finding a way to fund them, and (3) then persuading the > authors of the 2,440,000 yearly articles to submit their work to those > journals instead of their established competitors, but facing instead > only the one obstacle of (1) persuading the authors of the 2,440,000 > yearly articles to self-archive! > > Nor is it clear enough from this ever-so-brief afterthought, and > the relative proportion of space and attention accorded to it in > the editorial, that the green road has also already been shown to > be navigable, that it already transports at least three times as many > articles to open access yearly, and that the "traffic" is growing faster > on the green road than the golden road, mainly because it already has > "official" clearance for at least 55% of the yearly 2,500,000 articles > (and can in reality accommodate 100% of them), whereas the golden road can accommodate less than 5% of the traffic today. > > I would not cavil at this oversight if it were not for the fact that > the disproportionate emphasis in this editorial, and so much else that > is being written about open access today, misses the opportunity to > marshal the mounting enthusiasm for open access to help persuade the > authors of those remaining 2,260,000 articles to make them open-access > today, by taking the one simple step, already within their reach, of > self-archiving them! For the result would not be another decade of golden > dreams but a green reality of 100% open access, overnight. > > Do we really want to continue sitting and waiting waiting passively for > the golden road to be enlarged for us, journal by journal, or do we want > to fast-forward to open access via the green road in the meanwhile? > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Tp/resolution.htm#4.1 > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Tp/resolution.htm#4.2 Stevan Harnad > Chaire de Recherche du Canada > Centre de Neuroscience de la Cognition (CNC) > Universite du Quebec a Montreal > Montreal, Quebec, Canada H3C 3P8 > tel: 1-514-987-3000 2461# > fax: 1-514-987-8952 > harnad(a)uqam.ca > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/

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Info@UK
by Mailing List Manager 10 Nov '03

10 Nov '03

This month's Info@UK is now available from the address below. http://www.britishcouncil.org/info@UK/bulletin.htm#current Info@UK - is your guide to major UK Information Society developments and news. The bulletin is compiled by the Information Management Research Institute, University of Northumbria on behalf of the British Council and is designed primarily to meet the information needs of British Council staff. However we recognise that it will be of interest to a wider audience and are happy to share Info@UK with you. For more news and past copies of Info@UK are available at the Info@UK web site at: http://www.britishcouncil.org/Info@UK/index.htm ******* Arun

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FW: Special Section on Open access and [UTF-8] Scientific publishing (fwd)
by Mailing List Manager 10 Nov '03

10 Nov '03

Dear Friends: Generally I hate to 'forward' but this one from ScDev.Net is too good to miss out. Vyasamoorthy, P Dear all, By dramatically reducing the cost of disseminating information, the Internet is revolutionising science publishing. Developing countries are likely to benefit, but calls to make scientific information freely available to all are proving controversial. What do you think...... The Science and Development Network (SciDev.Net) is pleased to announce the launch a special section on open access and scientific publishing. (www.scidev.net/open_access) This comprehensive guide is your essential overview to the implications of open access initiatives on access to scientific information in the developing world. It includes : Up-to-date news, features and opinion articles on the issues surrounding open access and scientific publishing Descriptions of (and links to) current open access initiatives Access to free scientific literature Links to key reports Comprehensive events section with the latest meeting proceedings and future events. An opportunity for you to comment and give your views You may also be interested in this week's editorial by our director David Dickson on 'Communicating science in the electronic era', which raises many of the key issues in the debate. We hope that this guide will be a useful and important resource for all those interested in open access to scientific information, and will provoke further critical thinking and discussion on the key issues. We would therefore encourage you to pass this message on to colleagues and friends who might be interested (www.scidev.net/open_access) Best regards, The SciDev.Net team SciDev.Net (www.scidev.net) is an organisation devoted to providing news and promoting debate on science and technology issues relevant to the needs of developing countries.

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Clearinghouse on digital libraries
by Mailing List Manager 10 Nov '03

10 Nov '03

Date: Sun, 9 Nov 2003 14:42:51 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Digital libraries are already an important source for research and are rapidly becoming more comprehensive. WTEC conducted a study of digital libraries in Japan in 1999, under the leadership of Raj Reddy. http://wtec.org/loyola/digilibs/toc.htm The HTML version of the newsletter has a clearinghouse of digital libraries. http://itri2.org/ITRInews/N55.html#A5 Arun

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Indian CD Products
by Madhuresh 07 Nov '03

07 Nov '03

Dear forum members, I would like to inform you about a website http://www.indiancdproducts.org/ which is a Bibliography of Indian CD Products. This website is a part of National Center on Publications on CD-ROM (NCPC), a center set up by NISSAT, DSIR at FITT and IIT Delhi. Through the website, one can search CD-ROM by Title, Keywords and Category. Union Catalogue of various organizations is also maintained and facility to search by Organization Name and Title is also available. Search results contain the Title, Description, Publisher/vendor and their address. One of the objectives of NCPC is "To systematically procure all CD-ROMs published in India and on India. (Except software, games, music and purely entertainment CDs and reproduction of foreign CD Publications for the Indian market) and build up a National Repository of CD-ROMs". Keeping in mind the requests made by forum members to get a particular CD, I believe this resource is not being used extensively. The site statistics also confirms the same (almost 11,300 visitors in past 3.5 years). It may be because of lack of awareness or improper marketing of website. However I didn't get the information about number of titles available with the centre, it is systematically procuring all the CD's published in India and also creating a Union Catalogue of CD's available in various Library and Information Centers; so it can be a good starting point for searching a particular CD Title. Regards. Madhuresh Singhal Aurigene Discovery Technologies Limited, Electronic City, phase II, Hosur Road, Bangalore 562 158 Phone 8521314-16 Ext.- 422 Mobile 98861 82822 Fax 852 6285 E-mail: madhureshsinghal(a)yahoo.com URL: http://nettalk2.tripod.com/

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Announcement - IFLA Travel Grant 2004
by Shyam Prasad pujar 07 Nov '03

07 Nov '03

IFLA TRAVEL GRANT YEAR 2004 IFLA ALP is pleased to announce the availability of the IFLA Travel Grant, to support a number of delegates from developing countries to attend the 70th IFLA General Conference and Council: Buenos Aires, Argentina, 22-27 August 2004. Priority will be given to new professionals with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the field of libraries. In appointing the grants, the Grants Committee will look for a balance between all sectors of library & information work. Applications, including professional curriculum vitae and information on present occupation should be submitted as soon as possible and should be received by the ALP Focal Point not later than 15 February, 2004. Criteria for allocation of the IFLA Travel Grant � Candidates are from developing countries (according to World Bank standards). � Priority to new professionals from institutions/associations that are IFLA members. � Priority to applicants who are not regular IFLA conference attendees. � Wide geographic distribution. � General quality of application. � Professional background and experience: level of education, positions held and professional experience in general. Type of library experience is also considered in order to get balance between all sectors of library and information work. � Should be a member of a national professional association. � Committed letter of application and a well presented CV. Application forms can be requested from the ALP office. You will also find them at the IFLA web site. For more information please visit: http://www.ifla.org/III/grants/itg03.htm. IFLA ALP c/o Uppsala University Library Box 510 SE-751 20 UPPSALA, Sweden Fax: +46 18 471 3994 E-mail: ifla.alp(a)ub.uu.se -- IFLA/ALP c/o Uppsala University Library Box 510 S-751 20 UPPSALA, Sweden Tel.: +46 18 471 3990, Fax: +46 18 471 3994

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DRTC Seminar on Knowledge Representation through Concept Mapping
by Mailing List Manager 07 Nov '03

07 Nov '03

Date: Thu, 6 Nov 2003 11:45:33 +0000 (GMT) From: "[iso-8859-1] shankar goud" <bandashankar(a)yahoo.co.in> Indian statistical institute Documentation Research & Training Center 8th Mile, Mysore road, Bangalore-560059 DRTC Seminar On Knowledge Representation through Concept Mapping By Vineeta In recent years Internet has become a valuable resource for information retrieval. Information available on the net is very vast and not easy to access. Knowledge representation could be a powerful tool for search. There are many ways to represent knowledge on the net. This seminar discusses the tools and techniques for knowledge representation using concept mapping. Concept map is a technique to represent knowledge in graphs. This seminar also covers library application of concept maps and role of concept maps for retrieval on the net. Venue : DRTC classroom Date : 10th November, 2003 Time : 2.00 P.M. All are cordially invited Dr. A.R.D. Prasad Co-ordinator

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ETD 2004- Call for proposals
by Shalini Urs 07 Nov '03

07 Nov '03

Apologies for cross postings **************************************************************************** * ETD 2004 * * Seventh International Symposium on Electronic Theses and Dissertations: * * Distributing knowledge worldwide through better scholarly communication * * June 3-5, 2004 * * University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky * * http://www.uky.edu/ETD/ETD2004 * The online submission system for proposals is now available for ETD 2004 (June 3-5, 2004). See the conference website (http://www.uky.edu/ETD/ETD2004) to submit proposals for presentations, posters and tutorial sessions. The complete call for papers is available http://www.uky.edu/ETD/ETD2004/cfp.html. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Call for Proposals for Papers, Tutorials, and Posters Deadline for proposals: Jan 15, 2004 (If disposition of proposal is needed before January 2004, proposal should be submitted by December 1, 2003) The Networked Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations (NDLTD) invites you to participate in the Seventh International Symposium on Electronic Theses and Dissertations hosted by the University of Kentucky. ETD 2004 provides a forum to share the latest developments in authoring, archiving, sharing, preserving, indexing, and accessing electronic theses and dissertations and the digital libraries that support them. Special emphases of ETD 2004 are: · Supporting creators of scholarly electronic documents in many disciplines, · Building ETD initiatives that create value for the university, the student and the faculty member, and · Encouraging collaborative efforts among institutions. At ETD 2004 stakeholders in the graduate education process can attend a track of sessions that addresses the issues that are relevant to their interests. Stakeholders include graduate program administrators, academic librarians, faculty, computer systems specialists, students, and publishers. We encourage everyone in the ETD community to use this opportunity to network and to share their experiences. Attendees may participate by presenting a paper or poster or by conducting a tutorial. 1. PAPER PROPOSAL: We invite you to submit proposals for any of the topics listed below. Each proposal must include a title, the names of authors/presenters along with their affiliations and contact details, and a 200-500 word abstract. Team proposals are especially welcome. Some suggested topics are listed below however suggestions and ideas for presentations on other topics are welcome! · Administrators and ETDs: the challenges and the rewards for the university and the university community · Shaping the future of scholarship: The universitys role in scholarly electronic communication · Partners in the process: Building collaborations between universities · Training and supporting scholarly electronic document authors · Digital library issues and challenges for university libraries · The Global ETD Digital Library · Unique issues about ETDs for different disciplines · Long-term preservation of ETDs · Intellectual property rights, digital rights management, and fair use entitlements · Standards and best practices for ETD initiatives · The publishers perspective · Student experiences · ETD and open access · ETD as a test bed and catalyst for scholarly electronic publishing · Multimedia issues for the presentation of scholarly material 2. POSTER PROPOSAL: A special feature at the conference is a POSTER SESSION featuring reports from ETD programs around the world. Share a report about your universitys ETD program with the rest of the ETD community. This session will be held in conjunction with a reception, and will be highly interactive. Traditional posters are welcome, and electronic posters are encouraged. An electronic poster could be a website or onsite computer- based presentation that shares statistics, and features other project highlights. Proposals for both electronic and traditional posters must include a title, complete list of authors along with their affiliations and contact details, and a 200-500 word abstract. 3. TUTORIAL PROPOSAL: ETD 2004 has a special emphasis on providing attendees with the tools and skills that will facilitate a successful ETD program, and advance those programs that are already flourishing. To accomplish this we are looking for tutorials that will help the ETD community. Tutorials will be scheduled during the main conference and should be designed to be conducted in two hour blocks. Proposals for tutorials must include a title, names of presenters along with their affiliations and contact details, a brief 200-500 word motivation and an outline of the tutorial. TUTORIAL PROPOSALS ARE ENCOURAGED The NDLTD is a non-profit organization that supports ETD initiatives at universities around the world. These initiatives address ETD authoring, indexing, archiving, dissemination, and retrieval. Further information about the NDLTD can be found at http://www.ndltd.org/. Please submit your proposals for papers, tutorials, and/or posters at http://www.uky.edu/ETD/ETD2004 by January 15, 2004. We understand that some presenters need to know the disposition of their proposal prior to the end of 2003. Therefore, a first-round of reviews will be held for all proposals received by December 1, 2003 and authors will be notified about the status of their proposals by December 20, 2003. The University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky is in the center of the internationally famous Bluegrass Region. Lexington, founded in 1775, was once called the Athens of the West and it continues to retain its unique mix of frontier spirit and innovative vision. The area boasts numerous historical, cultural, and natural attractions that will appeal to many interests. In June, the average temperature is a very comfortable 72 degrees (F). Lexington has approximately 100 direct and non-stop flights from airports around the world, and is within a days drive to 75% of the US population. For more information, please visit the ETD 2004 website at: http://www.uky.edu/ETD/ETD2004 or contact: Suzie Allard, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, School of Information Sciences University of Tennessee sallard(a)utk.edu Beth Kraemer, MLS Electronic Resources, William T Young Library University of Kentucky kraemer(a)email.uky.edu ----------------------------------------------------------- Shalini ------------- Prof.Shalini R.Urs Project Director Vidyanidhi-Indian Digital Library of Electronic Theses Department of library and Information Science University of Mysore Manasagangotri Mysore.570006. India Ph:91-821-2514699 Fax:91-821-2519209 Website:http://www.vidyanidhi.org.in

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Engenius
by Madhuresh 06 Nov '03

06 Nov '03

Dear all, Elsevier has recently launched a portal called ElsevierEngineering (http://www.elsevierengineering.com/) This portal is further divided in sub portals subject wise, like, Chemical; Civil; Electrical and Electronic; Energy; Industrial and Manufacturing; Materials; and Mechanical. Each sub portal provides targeted news, new books, conference details and such other services. Another interesting feature of this portal is Engenius. Engenius (http://www.elsevierengineering.com/engenius)is a free bibliographic database covering a broad range of engineering disciplines. Engenius enables to search abstracts of articles published in the last 2 years in key engineering journals selected for their influence and importance to the engineering community. One can get the free abstract by simply registering with the website, which is free. Regards. Madhuresh Singhal Aurigene Discovery Technologies Limited, Electronic City, phase II, Hosur Road, Bangalore 562 158 Phone 8521314-16 Ext.- 422 Mobile 98861 82822 Fax 852 6285 E-mail: madhureshsinghal(a)yahoo.com http://nettalk2.tripod.com/

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Subject: PGDHL
by Mailing List Manager 06 Nov '03

06 Nov '03

Date: Wed, 5 Nov 2003 05:37:19 +0000 (GMT) From: "[iso-8859-1] Mr. S K Sonker" <sksonker(a)yahoo.co.in> Dear Professionals, Applications are invited from eligible candidates for admission to One Year Postgraduate Diploma Course In Health Science Librarianship (PGDHL) for the academic year 2004 (January to December) in Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore. Further detail can be obtained from the University website : http:\\www.rguhs.ac.in With regards Sharad Kumar Sonker Digital Library & Information Center Rajiv Gandhi University of health Sciences,Karnataka Bangalore-560041 Telephone:(+91-80)6546930,6546935 URL: http://www.geocities.com/sksonker

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PURL for IndLibra; Re: [LIS-Forum] Wanted Voluntary Group for IndLibra
by Sukhdev Singh 06 Nov '03

06 Nov '03

IndLibra Website, which is to be developed shortly now has Persistant URL i.e. http://purl.org/net/indlibra Which means that Service Providers may change in future but the above URL would remain same. ["A PURL is a Persistent Uniform Resource Locator. Functionally, a PURL is a URL. However, instead of pointing directly to the location of an Internet resource, a PURL points to an intermediate resolution service. The PURL resolution service associates the PURL with the actual URL and returns that URL to the client. The client can then complete the URL transaction in the normal fashion. In Web parlance, this is a standard HTTP redirect. The OCLC PURL Service has been strongly influenced by the active participation of OCLC's Office of Research in the Internet Engineering Task Force Uniform Resource Identifier working groups. There is nothing incompatible between PURLs and the ongoing URN (Uniform Resource Name) work. PURLs satisfy many of the requirements of URNs using currently deployed technologies and can be transitioned smoothly into a URN architecture once it is deployed." (http://purl.org/) . ] ---- Regards Sukhdev _________________________________________________________________ Discover digital jadoo! Enter this contest. http://server1.msn.co.in/sp03/mediacenter/index.asp Win cool prizes!

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Free access: Interlending and Document Supply (till Nov 9th)
by Shyam Prasad pujar 05 Nov '03

05 Nov '03

Dear Members, Emerald is providing Free full text access to its journal 'Interlending and Document Supply' under its 'Journal of the Week' programme. Full text articles are available from 1994 to till date. The Free access is available till November 9, 2003. You may make use of this facility. The journal can be accessed at: http://www.emeraldinsight.com/jotw/ Regards, S.M. Pujar ********************************************************************** Shamprasad M. Pujar Assistant Librarian Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research Gen. Vaidya Marg, Film City Road Goregaon (East) MUMBAI-400 065 India %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% * Phone: (022) 28400919-21 Extn: 514 * * Fax: (022) 28402752 * * E-mail: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in * * URL: http://www.igidr.ac.in * %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%

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Wanted Voluntary Group for IndLibra
by Sukhdev Singh 05 Nov '03

05 Nov '03

Dear Friends, The Bulletin Board for Indian Library and Information Community i.e. IndLibra, has received a good response. I was not expecting this kind of response. Now this is the point where the community spirit is required. I fully understand that single person can not take the community to the desired position. I therefore want to transfer the ownership and responsibility to a voluntary group. Let us call this group as Voluntary Group for IndLibra or VGI for short. This Voluntary Group for IndLibra would be the sole owner of IndLibra and would be looking after IndLibra Discussions (http://indlibra.myforum.net/) and would also be putting and managing content of the related website of the IndLibra (http://in.geocities.com/indlibra/) The User Id and Password would be disclosed to this group and it would symbolise the end of my indivitual responsibility and ownership. Please come forward and give your Names at the email indlibra(a)yahoo.co.in . I am expecting people like Prof. Shalini, Dr. Rajashekar, Dr Vyasamoorthy, Dr T.V. Prafulla Chandra and others to come forward. If it is successful, then IndLibra can purchase its own space on some web host instead of depending upon free-service providers like myforum and geocities. There please come forward in large numbers and give your Names at the email indlibra(a)yahoo.co.in . Regards Sukhdev Singh _________________________________________________________________ MSN Hotmail now on your Mobile phone. http://server1.msn.co.in/sp03/mobilesms/ Click here.

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Subject: Full-Text on Amazon
by Mailing List Manager 05 Nov '03

05 Nov '03

Date: 4 Nov 2003 16:40:20 -0000 From: aprajita suman <aprajita_drtc(a)rediffmail.com> Respected Professionals, There is some interesting news to share with you all, now even the commercialventures like Amazon are going for full-text availability.However, the facility is limited to selected portions of the particular book ;this is to help one decide on the appropriateness of the book before ordering for it.So, it is something like browsing through the book before buying it,back to our old bookshop style purchasing, isn't it. See the detailed information at following URL: http://www.infotoday.com/newsbreaks/nb031103-1.shtml with regards, Aparajita Suman, Student,DRTC

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RE: [LIS-Forum] Database of Indian LIS Professionals
by Mailing List Manager 05 Nov '03

05 Nov '03

Date: Tue, 04 Nov 2003 09:19:30 +0000 From: Vara Lakshmi Rudrabhatla <rvsn1234(a)hotmail.com> Dear Sir, The Departmennt of LIS, Andhra University is ready to take up the responsibility to consolidate the info and to update whwnever necessary. Pl chalk out the modalities first. regards, Vara lakshmi. -- Dr. RSR Varalakshmi Prof. and HOD, Dept. of Library and Information Science., Andhra University. Visakhapatnam.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Request for list of Audio visual resource suppliers
by Mailing List Manager 05 Nov '03

05 Nov '03

Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2003 00:56:16 -0800 (PST) From: Mr.G.Bhojaraju <bhojarajug(a)yahoo.com> Dear Sir, CONGRATULATIONS !! on your new job. The following links may be of helpful to you. http://www.nadhani.com/knowtally/books/bpb_dealers.html http://www.indiacatalog.com/web_directory/entertainment/1003.html with regards Bhojaraju www.bhojarajug.cjb.net

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POPLINE
by Mailing List Manager 04 Nov '03

04 Nov '03

Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2003 13:59:40 +0530 From: Madhuresh <madhuresh_s(a)aurigene.com> I would like to share the following website with you all. http://www.popline.org/ POPLINE, the world's largest bibliographic database on population, family planning, and related issues, is available free of charge on the Internet. All 300,000 citations, representing published and unpublished literature, can be accessed for no charge. POPLINE is maintained by the INFO Project at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health/Center for Communication Programs and is funded primarily by the United States Agency for International Development. For those in developing countries who may have limited access to the Internet, POPLINE distributes POPLINE on CD-ROM to over 950 sites twice a year. POPLINE Digital Services also provides full text documents of many of its abstracts in the database at no charge for readers in developing countries. Full-text documents are only available if the information is not available locally, is not a commercially published book, and is less than 100 pages in length. POPLINE sends full-text documents as an e-mail attachment in Adobe Acrobat format or by mail. For more details, see http://db.jhuccp.org/popinform/aboutpl.html Madhuresh Singhal Aurigene Discovery Technologies Limited, Electronic City, phase II, Hosur Road, Bangalore 562 158 Phone 8521314-16 Ext.- 422 Mobile: 98861 82822 Fax 852 6285 E-mail: madhureshsinghal(a)yahoo.com http://www.aurigene.com/

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RE: [LIS-Forum] Database of Indian LIS Professionals
by Mailing List Manager 04 Nov '03

04 Nov '03

Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2003 11:46:45 +0530 From: VYASAMOORTHY /IKP/HYD <Vyasamoorthy(a)icicikp.com> Dear Friends, I thank Dr Manjunath for sparing time to send in point by point reply and for adding clarity. Among the data fields needed I wish to emphasize that Email inclusion is a must. Nowadays correspondence via snail mail is costly and time consuming. All said and not done, to begin with, is there any one person ready to accept whatever details/data I have collected so far? --> I would send the data to him/her for further consolidation. Once this happens others will follow suit and start sending in whatever data they have collected. Best Wishes Vyasamoorthy, P

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list of Audio visual resource suppliers
by Mailing List Manager 04 Nov '03

04 Nov '03

Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2003 09:03:07 GMT From: sainul(a)iiitmk.ac.in Dear Professional friends, This has reference to Dr Kumbar's Request for Audio Visual Resource Suppliers. IIT Kharagpur and IIT Delhi produce Video lectures in various Subjects. These are available in VHS Cassettes and CD form. Contact Address : Dr. Bani Bhattacharya Centre for Educational Technology, Kharagpur – 721302 e-mail : banib(a)cet.iitkgp.ernet.in Prof. Kushal Sen, Head, Educational Technology Service Centre IIT Delhi New Delhi - 16, http://www.iitd.ac.in/centres/etsc/mbp.html With regards Sainul Abideen P Librarian IIITM-K, Trivandrum http://sainul.tripod.com This Mail has been sent from: ________________________________________________________________________ Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management - Kerala, Park Centre, Techno Park, Thiruvananthapuram - 695 581. Kerala. India. Contact: Website: http://www.iiitmk.ac.in Phone: +91-471-2527567 / 3091334 Fax: +91-471-2527568 ________________________________________________________________________ The information transmitted is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and /or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you have received this in error,please contact the sender and delete the material from anycomputer.

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Database of Indian LIS Professionals
by Sukhdev Singh 03 Nov '03

03 Nov '03

Good, So we there is a concensus that a Single Master Database may be build up for Indian LIS professionals. Now let us proceed further and answer the following questions: 1. What is the AIM? and to whom it would benefit? 2. What information would it contain, and what would be the data elements of the database? 3. Are INFLIBNET and INFOLIBRARIAN ready to give their data? If yes, then are their databases compatible? Do they have common structure? 3a. I Remember ILA had similar effort, what is the present status, can some one check out? Can we integrate that data also? 4. How its utility would be better then a discuss group like LIS-FORUM? 5. What are the factors of success/failure of exisitng similiar efforts. What lessions / best practices we can learn from the exiting initiative. How would this knowledge would help us in our proposed initiative? 6. Who will own the data? I think, we would be able to develop and achieve our proposed database of LIS Professionals in much better and scientific manner after answering the above questions. Let me now forget to thank Prof Shalini's offer to host the database. ----NOTE-----:) I AM FOR SUCH A DATABASE AND NOT AGAINST IT. I AM WILLING TO OFFER MY IDEAS(?) IN DATABASE DESIGN, HOSTING AND USER INTERFACE. Regards Sukhdev Singh >From: Mailing List Manager <mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> >To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in >Subject: RE: [LIS-Forum] concrete steps >Date: Tue, 28 Oct 2003 12:59:37 +0530 (IST) > >Date: Mon, 27 Oct 2003 17:33:38 +0530 >From: Aman Jha <aman.jha(a)ciionline.org> > >Excellent. I think this is the first time in the history of lis-forum >that such a creative discussion has taken place. Prof. Shalini's offer is >an excellent example of professionalism. I feel that this forum is >getting more mature now. Mr Prafulla's proposal has great potential for >the advancement of library profession in India. Duplication must be >avoided and there should be only one comprehensive reference window for >this kind. INFLIBNET and INFOLIBRARIAN's databases need to be integrated >into one master database. This work should be done at different levels. >Possibly INFLIBNET could work on librarians' database and Prof Shalini's >on teachers and students and others on suppliers, etc. > >Regards, > >Aman Kumar Jha >Librarian >CII > >_______________________________________________ >LIS-Forum mailing list >LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in >http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum _________________________________________________________________ He's the fastest Indian.He's Narain Karthikeyan. http://server1.msn.co.in/sp03/tataracing/index.asp Will he make it to F1?

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Request for list of Audio visual resource suppliers
by Mailing List Manager 03 Nov '03

03 Nov '03

From: ts_kumbar <ts_kumbar(a)da-iict.org> Date: Sat, 1 Nov 2003 16:47:43 Dear Professionals, After serving five fruitful and eventful years at INFLIBNET, I joined Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Information and Communication Technology ( University now), at Gandhinagar at the end of February 2003. My major responsibility at this new Institute is to setup a state-of-the-art library and information facilities and serve the community effectively. Being just two years old Institute, we are in the process of building the core collection ( in all formats) of books, journals, CDs, DVDs, Video cassettes and other reading materials in the areas of ICT to support our academic and research activities. We are currently in the process of selecting a panel of efficient and reliable agencies for the supply of educational resources that come in the form of CDs, VCDs, DVDs, Video cassettes etc. I would therefore appreciate, if you could kindly help me by providing the names (with contact address details) of some of the good suppliers for these materials that you have come across or dealt with. With kind regards Kumbar ============================================= Dr. T S Kumbar Resource Centre DA-IICT- Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Information and Communication Technology Near Indroda Circle Gandhinagar 382 009 Gujarat State, India http://www.da-iict.org Tel. 079-30510550 Fax. 079- 30520010

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workshop on semantic web
by Mailing List Manager 03 Nov '03

03 Nov '03

Date: Fri, 31 Oct 2003 15:19:32 +0530 (IST) From: DRTC General <drtc(a)isibang.ac.in> DRTC Workshop on SEMANTIC WEB 8th - 10th December, 2003 Organised by Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC) Indian Statistical Institute Bangalore 560059 http://drtc.isibang.ac.in Semantic web, as the name suggests, is an attempt to make the chaotic World Wide Web (WWW) meaningful. Robots of web search engines can not collect information about the content of documents from the web pages (HTML pages), as a HTML tags provide no semantic clues about the content of the document. This leads to noise in indexing. One solution is providing meaning to web content by adding metadata. Semantic web is based on Resource Description Frame work (RDF) using eXtensible Markup Language (XML) for syntax and Uniform Resource Identifier (URI) as a naming convention.. DRTC announces a 3 day workshop focusing on the various standards and Request For Comments (RFC) to enable library and information professionals in creating semantic web. The workshop will emphasize on comprehensive theory and practice. Themes: * Semantic Web: Overview * Metadata * Automatic Extraction of Metadata Using a Context Thesaurus * Mobile Access to the Semantic Web * Metadata for Learning Objects on the Web * Retrieval in Indian Languages * RDF * XML * Web Ontology and Taxonomy * OWL (Web Ontology Language) * Naming Conventions URI, URN, etc Resource Persons: Experts from Dalhousie University, Canada and University of Hyderabad, DRTC faculty. As we plan an intensive training, we are limiting the number of participants to 25, selected on first-cum-first basis I.K. Ravichandra Rao Head, DRTC

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request for grammar book details
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 01 Nov '03

01 Nov '03

Dear All: Dear All: I am searching for the name of the publisher and author of a book titled: The Complete English Grammar The author is well known in the USA for his TV series on English grammar wherein he answers viewers' questions. This book has been reprinted by one of the publishers in New Delhi and is priced at Rs.125. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Sincerely T.V. Prafulla Chandra Senior Editor --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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How Easy it is to start an On-line Bulletin Board. How difficult to establish?
by Sukhdev Singh 31 Oct '03

31 Oct '03

Dear Friends, Few days back there was lot of debate on this forum to have a database of Indian Librarians [Information Professionals]. Then there was one solution, which basically was very near to an On-Line Bulletin Board/Forum. Just to check out what all it takes to start an On-Line Bulletin / Forum. I created an Bulletin Board/Forum at http://indlibra.myforum.net . It has been named as IndLIBRA. It is for discussion among Indian Librarians and Inforamtion Scientists. Can you guess how much time it might have taken!!!? It was done with in 10 Minutes!!!. No prizes for guessing it right. This 10 minutes also includes getting a Yahoo email account (which I will never use!!), was given to register for the free Forum. Check out http://indlibra.myforum.net and have fun. Create your own such discussion forums and enjoy your creativity. BUT WAIT, NEVER GIVEN YOUR REAL EMAIL for such fun. NOW DO NOT ASK ME HOW MUCH IT TAKES TO ESTABLISH A FORUM (not start)..IT IS VERY VERY DIFFICULT!!!. Regards Sukhdev Singh _________________________________________________________________ Special offer from American Express.Don't miss out. http://server1.msn.co.in/features/amex/index.asp Apply now!

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InfoWatch September 2003
by M.R Lalitha 30 Oct '03

30 Oct '03

Dear LIS-Forum member, The September 2003 issue of InfoWatch is now online, bringing you details of new Internet sites related to Science and Engineering. You can access the complete issue on the NCSI Web server at the URL : http://www.ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/infowatch/iw.php You will also find earlier issues of InfoWatch here. For your convenience, the table of contents is given below. If you wish to be on the mailing list of InfoWatch to receive the complete issue by e-mail, let us know. Also mention your format preference - html or text. Regards -Lalitha M.R lalitha(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in ------------------------------------------------------------------------ InfoWatch Tracking Networked Scientific Information Sources and Services (An electronic update service brought to you by NCSI) Sep 2003 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ In This Issue: 1. 1Up Info - A portal with a difference [A reference resource] 2. AllConferences.Com [A directory of conferences] 3. BioCoRE - Biological collaborative environment 4. Biological Inventory Databases [Databases of world's protected flora and fauna] 5. DevEdge Tech Central 6. Earth Science World Image Bank 7. Electronic Circuits [A website of circuits for electronic devices] 8. KnowItAll Academic Edition [Free software for IR & Raman functional group analysis] 9. medInd - IndMed Journals on Internet [Free online access to some Indian Biomedical journals] 10. Miscellaneous Mathematical Utilities 11. Polymer Data Handbook 12. Project Links: Mathematics and it's applications in Engineering & Science 13. Reciprocal Net - A distributed crystallography network for researchers, students and the general public 14. Science Timelines [Selection notable events in the scientific world from prehistoric times to the present] 15. Scilab- A free scientific software package for numerical computations 16. SINGER - System-wide Information Network for Genetic Resources 17. SoftwareJobLink [The high tech job search engine for software jobs and careers] 18. VMyths.com [Computer virus myths] 19. Webmaster Toolkit [Free tools for webmasters] 20. Webresearch Guide of ScienceDirect ------------------------------------------------------------------------ About InfoWatch : InfoWatch is a monthly electronic newsletter, brought out by the National Centre for Science Information (NCSI) Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore - 560 012, INDIA. Information in the newsletter is collected and verified by NCSI staff.The newsletter aims to raise awareness of new sources of information on the Internet, particularly those which are relevant for higher education and research. Some items may be of relevance only to the IISc community.Resources reported here have been taken from various discussion lists and other network tools and no special claims are made for accuracy or originality. Most of the sources cited in the newsletter were checked at the time of publication, however it is possible that some of the resources are no longer available. We welcome comments about the newsletter and suggestions for resources to be featured. Please e-mail your comments to Infowatch editors: Ms. K. Thulasi (thulasi(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in) & Ms. M. R. Lalitha (lalitha(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in) ------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Article Help
by Mailing List Manager 30 Oct '03

30 Oct '03

Date: Wed, 29 Oct 2003 08:03:40 -0800 (PST) From: Pijushkanti Panigrahi <panigrahipk(a)yahoo.com> Dear Professionals, I am in the urgent need of an article, Can anybody help me? ROSA(A).On certain vertex valuations of the vertices of a graph.In : Theory of Graphs (International Symposium, Rome, July, 1966, Gordon and Breach, N.Y. and Dunod Paris, (1967), pp349-455 Regards Dr P K Panigrahi Dr Pijushkanti Panigrahi, Reader, Dept of Lib and Inf Science, Calcutta University, 87/1 College Street,Kolkata - 700 073, West Bengal, India, email : panigrahipk(a)yahoo.com, Res : Qtr No. C1/78 IIT Campus, Kharagpur - 721 302, Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal, India, Phone : +91 (03222) 278852/283691.

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CORPORATE RECORDS MANAGEMENT
by Mailing List Manager 29 Oct '03

29 Oct '03

Date: Wed, 29 Oct 2003 11:18:01 +0530 From: B P Prakash <prakashbp(a)pune.tcs.co.in> Dear Professionals, You will be happy to know that Tata Central Archives and National Archives of India, New Delhi are jointly conducting a short term certificate course in "CORPORATE RECORDS MANAGEMENT" at Tata Central Archives, Pune from 3 to 7 November 2003. The programme fee is Rs 3000/= Interested may please contact Mr H Raghunath / Ms F J Shroff at 020 4122020 or email at <tca(a)tata.com> Thanks and regards, Prakash BP TCS, Pune

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(no subject)
by rcgaur＠tifr.res.in 28 Oct '03

28 Oct '03

FYI: Link to Emerald Library Link - Current awareness for the library and information professionals http://fidelio.emeraldinsight.com/vl=3027450/cl=132/nw=1/rpsv/librarylink/n… announce53.htm Regards Ramesh ------------------------------------------------- This mail sent through IMP: http://horde.org/imp/

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concrete steps
by Mailing List Manager 28 Oct '03

28 Oct '03

Date: Tue, 21 Oct 2003 17:16:41 +0530 From: VYASAMOORTHY /IKP/HYD <Vyasamoorthy(a)icicikp.com> Dear Friends: Prafulla's Suggestions have profound intent. However the question is always "who will bell the cat?" (Who will pay for the expenses involved?) I have some suggestions in this respect. To have a good database of Indian librarians, why not use the existing librarians directory in www.infolibrarian.com ? OR you may try Inflibnets Experts Database as well. The latter is academic librarians oriented; Inflibnet database's Data Entry Form is far too detailed and this might deter many from adding their own data. Infolibrarian is for ALL librarians. Every librarian, big or small, may be persuaded to enter his details here. It so happens that only Juniors enter their data in such databases. Seniors are too proud to lend their names to be included. To obviate this problem each institute/library may request one of the colleagues to enter all library professionals names into this infolibrarian directory. We have a number of sources for details of librarians like INFLIBNET, INFOLIBRARIAN. ILA, IASLIC, SIS, ALSD, BONET, CALIBNET etc Let us not proliferate more directories that are difficult to keep updated. Let us strengthen just one (ANY ONE) and make it a BIG success. Library Science Schools can ask their students to take up projects of 'mass population' of such databases. For instance some student in SNDT or Mysore University can say collect details of all librarians in Mumbai or Mysore and enter say a substantial part of it into infolibrarian database. Here teamwork mught help large scale data entry. SHe will get project credit from the library school. And the directory would serve him later on in his/her professional life as well. Incidentally the SNDT had (has?) website with a directory of suppliers of Library Requisites -- If this is up and updated our friends like Usha Kumari of Bangalore need not ask FORUM members for sources regarding Electronic display Boards (and hoping for some answer!). Are some Library Schools listening? *Dr.P.Vyasamoorthy, Advisor, Virtual Information Centre *ICICI Knowledge Park, Turkapalli Village, Shameerpet Mandal, RR District, Hyderabad 500078 INDIA *Ph: +91(40) 2348 0053; Fax:+91(40) 2348 0007 Ph. Res: +91(40) 2784 6631 *Website: http://www.vic-ikp.info and http://www.iciciknowledgepark.com

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FREE ACCESS TO INDIAN/SPANISH BOOKS IN PRINT DATABASES
by Mailing List Manager 28 Oct '03

28 Oct '03

Date: Tue, 28 Oct 2003 13:08:53 +0530 From: prafulla(a)nisc.co.in Dear Professional Colleagues: NISC is pleased to announce FREE ACCESS to the following two database products for the entire month of November 2003. This is a valuable opportunity for Indian librarians and LIS teachers to have a preview of the salient features and content of these important databases. LIS teachers can utilize this facility to provide exposure to their students on the use of variety of search operators and techniques in a user-friendly search environment. You may wish to refer to BiblioLine Tutorial as well which explains various search operators and techniques in a very simple manner with actual shots of search screens. A valuable teaching aid for all LIS schools! To access the Tutorial, just click the Tutorial link on NISC^s home page (www.nisc.com) Librarians can introduce this facility to their members of the faculty, research scholars and students and also use it for strengthening their research and reference services. 1. All India Index to Books in Print (AIIEBIP) (1,45,000+ records) AIIEBIP is the first electronic version of Indian Books in Print by Sher Singh of the Indian Bibliographic Bureau, New Delhi. This database also lists thousands of books not found in Indian Books in Print, along with their prices, published from India in the fields of social sciences, humanities and science & technology. ? Widest coverage of publications from government, universities, societies, institutions, R&D organizations, NGOs, author-publishers, etc. Many titles include table of contents and publisher^s descriptions to help with book selection. Images of book covers are being added wherever possible. Includes Directory of Indian Publishers with complete addresses and contact details. Complete price information in Indian and foreign currencies, to help with book selection for librarians, researchers, academics, and general public. Generate comprehensive subject bibliographies with just a few mouse clicks. Here is what AIIEBIP can do for you: AIIEBIP helps you serve library and bookstore patrons with improved and thorough access to the universe of Indian Books in English. Reference - Library patrons and scholars alike can stay informed of the latest books published in their fields of interest. Collection development - Complete bibliographic citations, tables of contents & book descriptions make your purchase decisions better informed than ever before. Collection evaluation - With AIIEBIP, you can easily compare your library holdings with the universe of what is available by easily isolating titles of a collection, titles from a specific publisher, author; or compare subjects with your holdings. Acquisitions - Publisher prices for most books are given in Indian Rupees and foreign currencies. Accurate publisher information, including complete address is all at your fingertips. Verify that a title is in print before placing an order. An invitation to LIBRARIANS AND LIS TEACHERS Please check whether all your publications are listed in AIIEBIP. If not, use our online data submission form to submit details about your publications. 2. LIBROS EN VENTA en Amrica Latina y Espaa (LEV) (7 lakh plus records) LIBROS EN VENTA en Amrica Latina y Espaa (LEV) has been the reference source of record and acquisition tool of choice for Spanish-language books-in-print since 1964. LIBROS EN VENTA includes in-print titles from over 26,000 Latin American and Spanish publishers. Since 1999, book descriptions, tables of contents, and book cover images (online only) have been added to LEV records wherever possible. LIBROS EN VENTA is your one-stop reference tool for Spanish-language books. LEV covers all types of books, including: adult fiction, non-fiction, juvenile, scholarly subjects, textbooks, reprints, legal, medical, business, science & technology, religious, and more. LEV^s publisher information includes publisher street addresses, phone numbers, fax numbers, e-mail addresses, web URLs, and the names of any distributors and sales outlets. Access to these databases is provided through BiblioLine, NISC^s Internet-/Web- based service. BiblioLine features an Expert search mode providing a new type of set-searching facility wherein you can view and edit 99 search-sets and get updated results instantaneously. It offers you a totally new and refreshing search experience! If you wish to take a FREE TRIAL for these databases, just send an email indicating the database(s) you wish to access. We would like to have your valuable feedback about these database products. Please forward this message to potential users among your friends and colleagues. Happy searching!! Thank you Sincerely T.V. Prafulla Chandra Senior Editor

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OCLC Project Opens WorldCat Records to Google
by Mailing List Manager 28 Oct '03

28 Oct '03

Date: Tue, 28 Oct 2003 05:47:13 +0000 (GMT) From: "[iso-8859-1] shankar goud" <bandashankar(a)yahoo.co.in> Respected Professionals OCLC has announced to its library members that it will begin testing the opening of WorldCat records to Google access. The project will extract a 2 million record subset from the more than 53 million records in the WorldCat database. The subset will target the most popular and widely available books by only selecting records with a minimum of 100 libraries holding each item. Searches on Google will retrieve the records and link through OCLC to library holdings. The move expands the scope of the Open WorldCat yearlong pilot project to make library resources available from non-library Web sites and will "test the effectiveness of Web search engines in guiding users to library-owned materials." for further details visit http://www.oclc.org/worldcat/pilot/default.htm Banda Shankar Student, DRTC.

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RE: [LIS-Forum] concrete steps
by Mailing List Manager 28 Oct '03

28 Oct '03

Date: Mon, 27 Oct 2003 17:33:38 +0530 From: Aman Jha <aman.jha(a)ciionline.org> Excellent. I think this is the first time in the history of lis-forum that such a creative discussion has taken place. Prof. Shalini's offer is an excellent example of professionalism. I feel that this forum is getting more mature now. Mr Prafulla's proposal has great potential for the advancement of library profession in India. Duplication must be avoided and there should be only one comprehensive reference window for this kind. INFLIBNET and INFOLIBRARIAN's databases need to be integrated into one master database. This work should be done at different levels. Possibly INFLIBNET could work on librarians' database and Prof Shalini's on teachers and students and others on suppliers, etc. Regards, Aman Kumar Jha Librarian CII

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List of Open source projects for libraries
by Mailing List Manager 28 Oct '03

28 Oct '03

Date: Mon, 27 Oct 2003 15:25:37 +0000 (GMT) From: "[iso-8859-1] shankar goud" <bandashankar(a)yahoo.co.in> Respected Professionals Here is a list of open source projects for libraries. http://www.oss4lib.org/projects/ and also Open Source Software and Libraries Bibliography (including links to few full text articles) and few related articles are available here http://www.oss4lib.org/readings/ with regards Banda Shankar Student, DRTC.

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Emerald Library Link
by Mailing List Manager 28 Oct '03

28 Oct '03

FYI: Link to Emerald Library Link - Current awareness for the library and information professionals http://fidelio.emeraldinsight.com/vl=3027450/cl=132/nw=1/rpsv/librarylink/n… announce53.htm Regards Ramesh

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PUBLIC LIBRARY OF SCIENCE :Biology
by Mailing List Manager 27 Oct '03

27 Oct '03

Date: Mon, 27 Oct 2003 17:04:38 +0530 From: ramshirish mamidala <ramshirish(a)hotmail.com> Respected Professionals, All of you must be aware of Public Library of Science (http://www.publiclibraryofscience.com/) which is a nonprofit organization dedicated tomaking the world's scientific and medical literature a freely available public resource. Now they have come up with a new journal PLOS Biology. PLoS Biology is the premier open-access journal published by the Public Library of Science. PLoS Biology features works of exceptional significance in all areas of biological science, from molecules to ecosystems, including works at the interface with other disciplines. URL: http://www.publiclibraryofscience.com/toc.html regards, M.RAMSHIRISH (Student ADIS), Documentation Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institue, 8th Mile, Mysore Road, R.V.College : PO, Bangqalore 560 059 phone:080-8483975 (Hostel) 8483002 Ext:495(ABC Lab) email:ramshirish@hotmail.com ram(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in

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concrete steps
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 27 Oct '03

27 Oct '03

Dear Professional Colleagues: Proposal for Bharat Gyan Ganga We have three major categories of stakeholders: Librarians (belonging all types--academic, special, public, corporate, etc.) LIS teachers LIS students Library Suppliers (booksellers, publishers, equipment manufacturers, etc.) User Community We need to develop a SINGLE WINDOW interface where all these stakeholders can communicate, meet and share their information/concerns/issues. Even the proposed ASK YOUR LIBRARIAN (may be named as GyanGuru) could be an integral part of this. To avoid the problems of misuse and spams, all querries/postings would be placed on this site and the stakeholders would access by visiting the site instead of emails failling into their email boxes. The replies would also be placed at this site. If somebody wants information, he has to visit this site. Benefits: The user would be communicating to all Indian Librarians through a single email. The query (relating a book/journal/article, etc. or something pertaining to community information such as education, health, employment, etc.) could be answered by the library which has the information. Encourages resource sharing and knowledge sharing. User gets diverse replies and he can choose the best from the available alternatives. The complete knowledge base of the Indian librarians could be productively used thereby enhancing the quality of Indian reference services at one stroke. If the librarian does not have the information, he can forward it to a specialist he knows thereby expanding the knowledge base still further. Provides real life laboratory for LIS schools in Reference Service practicals. The students can handle "live examples" of reference querries. Facilitates library donations The donor can just a send a list of books available for donation to Gyan Ganga. The interested librarians can communicate their willingness. Then, the donor can decide to which library or libraries to donate the books.The right book reaches the right library where it is likely to be used. Establishes contact with library suppliers The librarians would just post their requirements of books/journals/equipment, etc. at this central site. The suppliers would would then along with terms and conditions. The libraries would be able to clinch best prices and best deals. Offers equitable opportunities to all the suppliers. The one who provides the best service would receive the order. We have a vast resource base of various types of libraries. Let's persuade the librarians of all categories (e.g., university, public, special, state central libraries, district central libraries, etc.) to join the proposed group. Enlisting the participation of public librarians is also important. So far, we have marginalised this important group (public libraries) which has valuable resources which even research scholars working in universities would find highly useful for their research. To put it in simple terms, a single querry from any user would be tapping the major LI resource base of India. The only thing we have to ensure participation by all Indian librarians. We can execute this project very easily. The only things that are necessary are: professionalism of the highest order, dedication, selfless service and objectivity. I am ready to take care of enlisting participation of all librarians, LIS teachers, LIS students, based in Andhra Pradesh by collecting their contact details, data, etc. Let's break institutional barriers in the free flow of information! Essentially, all institution-based LI service are public-funded. Why should we deprive the general public, that is, the common man of India, the benefit of information services. Let's use Internet to bridge the digital divide in urban and rural library service in India. Our goal: To answer any reference query within 24 hours wherever the information/document is available in India. The reactions of Prof Shalini Urs, Dr Vyasamoorthy andDr Sukhdeve Singh are encouraging. Let's celebrate library service and regain the joy of providing the same. As always, reactions are most welcome. Thank you Sincerely T.V. Prafulla Chandra --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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RE: [LIS-Forum] Indian Library Professionals Database-concrete steps
by Mailing List Manager 27 Oct '03

27 Oct '03

Date: Mon, 27 Oct 2003 10:53:13 +0530 From: VYASAMOORTHY /IKP/HYD <Vyasamoorthy(a)icicikp.com> Dear All: Excellant and encouraging response from Prof Shalini. Initially, persons close to associations like IASLIC, INFLIBNET BONET IATLIS etc could be persuaded to forward their directories/membership lists to Dr Shalini. All such lists, may be consolidated, duplicates removed and left to be updated by individuals via WEB based front end proposed by Dr Urs. Anybody would sit up and look up once the database reaches a critical level, say some 25000 records of Indian Librarians. Then access can be priced for nominal sums for commercial organisations like book sellers, publishers, authors etc. Entire Librarian community would stand to benefit. Vyasamoorthy, P

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SLA-PAM International Membership Award
by Mailing List Manager 27 Oct '03

27 Oct '03

Date: Mon, 27 Oct 2003 10:23:13 +0530 (IST) From: Sunita Barve <sunitab(a)ncra.tifr.res.in> Apply for the SLA-PAM Division IMA award for 2004. This award is available for the librarian's who work in Physics, Astronomy, Mathematics or Computer Science Library. Award annoucement is enclosed herewith. Sunita Barve Library-In-Charge National Centre for Radio Astrophysics Post Bag No. 3, Pune Univ. Campus Pune 411 007, INDIA Subject: International Membership Award International Membership Award Call for Nominations for 2004-2005 The Physics Astronomy Mathematics (PAM) Division of the Special Libraries Association (SLA) is now calling for nominations for the International Membership Award. The SLA-PAM Division will present this award to a librarian from the Developing World; it provides a two-year SLA membership, for the years 2004 and 2005. For more information, please visit the following web page: http://www.sla.org/division/dpam/manual/awards/pamimadetails.html Nominations should be submitted to the chair of the International Relations Committee of the PAM Division (address below) by December 31, 2003 and the award will be announced in January 2004.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Indian Library Professionals Database-concrete steps
by Sukhdev Singh 27 Oct '03

27 Oct '03

Dear Friends at Lis-forum I remember, http://www.infolibrarian.com had similar database. They were/are offering such registration facility using some third party (free) service. I declined to fill in my details because I was in doubt if such data could be used by tele-marketing firms. I have bad experience in past due to disclose of my personal details like email, Phone Numbers and postal address. In India there is no law to protect persons from unsolicited tele-maketing spams (all forms, email, letter and phones). My experience say that even reputed firms like India Today sell their subscription data to thrid parties. No wonder you soon start receiving junk all forms of spam. Phone calls from Banks offering Credit Cards (Even on your Mobile phone if you particpate in some SMS contest). I receive atleast one phone per month at my office for Credit Cards. ICICI Bank was one step ahead, they sent me credit card with out mine filling up any application form. Latter on When I prostested and asked them the source of my personal details, I was informed they had taken it from my application form which I had filled up for purchasing Tax Saving Bond some time ago. I am not discouraging from building up a experts database. But then privacy policy should be very clearly stated. It may also give the intented use and any likely misuse of such data by third party. With regards Sukhdev Singh >From: "Shalini Urs" <shalini(a)vidyanidhi.org.in> >Reply-To: shalini(a)vidyanidhi.org.in >To: <mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> >CC: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in >Subject: Re: [LIS-Forum] Indian Library Professionals Database-concrete >steps >Date: Sun, 26 Oct 2003 16:23:54 +0530 (IST) > >Dear All, > >I am writing this mail in response to the ongoing discussion in this Forum >regarding developing an Indian Librarians Database, especially since there >was a specific reference to Mysore University and also a comment' are any >LIS schools listening? > >My response is as follows: >I agree with Dr.Vyasamurthy regarding building on the existing databases >and getting it done by some student of LIS.However this requires sharing >of data. > >I have the following suggestions and services to offer. >---- >* As part of some of the activites that I have been involved with in the >last couple of years, I already have built up a database of more than 800 >Librarians in a database form >* I could get one of my students to take it up as a Project and get it >updated >* I would welcome anyone to send me lists/databases that they might have >and we will use that to check duplicates/update the database >* We have also developed a web based Experts database, which permits >filling up and submission of data by the experts themselves.This could >also be used to get LIS professionals to update the database.I am ready to >make it available to have an exclusive LIS professionals database >* May be we could use both the stratgies to come up with a Indian LIS >professionals database >* I would offer to host the database on the Vidyanidhi Website > >Comments and suggestions are welcome!ANY TAKERS? > >Best > > >Shalini >------------- >Prof.Shalini R.Urs >Project Director >Vidyanidhi-Indian Digital Library of Electronic Theses >Department of library and Information Science >University of Mysore >Manasagangotri >Mysore.570006. India >Ph:91-821-2514699 Fax:91-821-2519209 >Website:http://www.vidyanidhi.org.in > > >Mailing List Manager said: > > > > Date: Tue, 21 Oct 2003 17:16:41 +0530 > > From: VYASAMOORTHY /IKP/HYD <Vyasamoorthy(a)icicikp.com> > > > > Dear Friends: > > > > Prafulla's Suggestions have profound intent. However the question is > > always "who will bell the cat?" (Who will pay for the expenses > > involved?) I have some suggestions in this respect. > > > > To have a good database of Indian librarians, why not use the existing > > librarians directory in www.infolibrarian.com ? OR you may try > > Inflibnets Experts Database as well. The latter is academic librarians > > oriented; Inflibnet database's Data Entry Form is far too detailed and > > this might deter many from adding their own data. Infolibrarian is for > > ALL librarians. Every librarian, big or small, may be persuaded to > > enter his details here. It so happens that only Juniors enter their > > data in such databases. Seniors are too proud to lend their names to be > > included. To obviate this problem each institute/library may request > > one of the colleagues to enter all library professionals names into > > this infolibrarian directory. > > > > We have a number of sources for details of librarians like INFLIBNET, > > INFOLIBRARIAN. ILA, IASLIC, SIS, ALSD, BONET, CALIBNET etc Let us not > > proliferate more directories that are difficult to keep updated. Let us > > strengthen just one (ANY ONE) and make it a BIG success. > > > > Library Science Schools can ask their students to take up projects of > > 'mass population' of such databases. For instance some student in SNDT > > or Mysore University can say collect details of all librarians in > > Mumbai or Mysore and enter say a substantial part of it into > > infolibrarian database. Here teamwork mught help large scale data > > entry. SHe will get project credit from the library school. And the > > directory would serve him later on in his/her professional life as > > well. > > > > Incidentally the SNDT had (has?) website with a directory of suppliers > > of Library Requisites -- If this is up and updated our friends like > > Usha Kumari of Bangalore need not ask FORUM members for sources > > regarding Electronic display Boards (and hoping for some answer!). > > > > Are some Library Schools listening? > > > > *Dr.P.Vyasamoorthy, Advisor, Virtual Information Centre > > *ICICI Knowledge Park, Turkapalli Village, Shameerpet Mandal, RR > > District, Hyderabad 500078 INDIA > > *Ph: +91(40) 2348 0053; Fax:+91(40) 2348 0007 Ph. Res: +91(40) 2784 > > 6631 *Website: http://www.vic-ikp.info and > > http://www.iciciknowledgepark.com > > _______________________________________________ > > LIS-Forum mailing list > > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum > > > > > > > >_______________________________________________ >LIS-Forum mailing list >LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in >http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum _________________________________________________________________ Get Married! http://www.bharatmatrimony.com/cgi-bin/bmclicks1.cgi?74 Search from 7 lakh Brides & Grooms.

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Information on RFID Technology
by Mailing List Manager 27 Oct '03

27 Oct '03

Date: Sun, 26 Oct 2003 05:53:12 +0000 (GMT) From: "[iso-8859-1] shankar goud" <bandashankar(a)yahoo.co.in> Respected Professionals There is some information on RFID at the following urls which may be usefull to you http://www.vtls.com/Products/rfid/ http://www.tagsys.net/ with regards Banda Shankar Student, DRTC.

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Google Releases Glossary Search Command
by Mailing List Manager 27 Oct '03

27 Oct '03

Date: Sat, 25 Oct 2003 08:11:36 +0100 (BST) From: "[iso-8859-1] shankar goud" <bandashankar(a)yahoo.co.in> Respected all, Google has introduced a new advanced search command that is designed to enable users to find the most current definitions to word(s) and phrases. Users can type the word "define," then a space, and the word or phrase they want defined into the Google.com search field. If Google has seen a definition for the word or phrase on the Web, it will retrieve that information and display it at the top of the search results page. examples define www ----->gives single difinition for "www" define:www ----->gives a list of difinitions for "www" for further details visit http://www.google.co.in/help/features.html#definitions Banda Shankar, Student, DRTC.

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collection on Health and life sciences
by Mailing List Manager 27 Oct '03

27 Oct '03

Date: Thu, 23 Oct 2003 17:47:29 +0530 From: Theresa Williams <theresa.williams(a)wipro.com> Hello All Kindly send the list of most useful books on Health and life sciences if any one has good collection. Thanks n regds Theresa Manager Information Services Division Wipro Technologies 72,Keonics E-city Hosur road Bangalore 560100 Tel:91-80-8528741 91-80-8520408#5512 FAX:91-80-8520478

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A Guide to Institutional Repository Software
by Mailing List Manager 27 Oct '03

27 Oct '03

Date: Sat, 25 Oct 2003 17:25:30 -0400 From: Dr. Ramesh C. Gaur <rcgaur(a)tifr.res.in> Apologies for cross-posting Universities and research centers throughout the world are actively planning the implementation of institutional repositories. Such planning entails policy, legal, educational, cultural, and technical components, most of which are interrelated and each of which must be satisfactorily addressed for the repository to succeed. The Open Society Institute intends this document to help organizations with one facet of their repository planning: selecting a software system that best satisfies an institution's needs. An institution's system needs will be driven by its content policies and by the procedures required to implement those policies. A well designed and carefully planned repository program can function well with any of the systems discussed here-but none of these systems can help a poorly designed or inadequately planned repository succeed. Therefore, where necessary, the notes to the System Feature & Functionality Table (Section 2.2) attempt to explain the relevance of system technical features in the context of a repository's broader planning, design, and policy framework To view the guide, please see: http://www.soros.org/openaccess/software/ best wishes, Ramesh PS. Please feel free in forwarding to other professional colleagues Ramesh C. Gaur, Ph.D --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Visiting Scholar (Fulbright Program)( From August 15, 2003 to February 14, 2004) Virginia Tech Dept. of Computer Science 660 McBryde Hall, M/C 0106 Blacksburg, VA 24061 +1-540-231-3615 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Librarian(Scientific Officer "E") Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (Deemed University and National Centre of the Government of India) Homi Bhabha Road, Navy Nagar, Colaba, Mumbai-400 005 Phone: 022-22804545 Ext. 2230, Fax: 022-22804610, 22804611URL: www.tifr.res.in\~library E-mails: rcgaur(a)tifr.res.in, ramesh_c_gaur(a)hotmail.com

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traditional library to digital library
by Mailing List Manager 27 Oct '03

27 Oct '03

Date: 25 Oct 2003 08:31:31 -0000 From: bedarata dash <vedadash(a)rediffmail.com> sir i am working in a engineering college library and my library is a traditional library and i want to make it a digital library.i want to know that what are the necessary steps required for changing a traditional library to digital library.if u kindly help me i will be ever obliged. Bedarata Dash Librarian Synergy Institute of Engineering & Technology Dhenkanal Orissa mail ID:veda_dash@yahoo.com

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FW: (Fwd) FUTURE OF THE BOOK CONFERENCE
by Mailing List Manager 27 Oct '03

27 Oct '03

Date: Sat, 25 Oct 2003 09:48:00 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Dear All, This may be of interest. Regards, Arun ------- Forwarded message follows ------- Date sent: Fri, 24 Oct 2003 08:54:08 +0200 From: "Books" <books(a)nlsa.ac.za> Subject: FUTURE OF THE BOOK CONFERENCE FUTURE OF THE BOOK CONFERENCE Date : 29-31 August 2004 Place : Beijing, China A forum for participants in the book publishing industry, librarians, researchers and teachers from around the world to discuss the future of the book. It will also provide a window to the past and the future of the book in China. The conference will include a mix of keynote address, paper, workshop and colloquium sessions, with speakers discussing topics as varied as: the effects of print on demand and ebooks; the future of the book from a library perspective; emerging standards for electronic and printed books; learning in the electronic age; trends in reading and literacy; and strategies to enhance the viability the publishing industry. The International Conference on the Future of the Book will provide you with an opportunity to share your own work with recognised leaders in the fields of writing, IT, business management, librarianship, publishing, printing, educational materials production, as well as university teachers and researchers in areas related to writing, publishing, books and literacy. Papers submitted for the conference proceedings will be fully peer-refereed and published in print and electronic formats in the new International Journal of the Book. For those unable to attend the conference in person, virtual registrations are available. These provide access to the online edition of the conference proceedings. Virtual participants can also submit papers for refereeing and publication in the International Journal of the Book. For in-person presentations, 30 minute, 60 minute and 90 minute colloquium sessions are available. The deadline for the first round call for papers is 31 October 2003. Visit the conference website for the closing dates of subsequent rounds. Full details of the conference, including an online call for papers form, are to be found at the conference website.http://www.Book-Conference.com The books e-group is a free service offered by the Centre for the Book. For more information see our website at www.centreforthebook.org.za

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(Fwd) [LibraryLink] Library Link of the Day for 2003-10-24
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 27 Oct '03

27 Oct '03

------- Forwarded message follows ------- Date sent: Fri, 24 Oct 2003 02:40:20 -0700 From: "Library Link of the Day" <librarylink(a)tk421.net> Subject: [LibraryLink] Library Link of the Day for 2003-10-24 To: prafulla(a)nisc.co.in Send reply to: "Library Link of the Day" <librarylink(a)tk421.net> http://www.clir.org/pubs/abstract/pub121abst.html Care and Handling of CDs and DVDs: A Guide for Librarians and Archivists [Council on Library and Information Resources] ................................................................ Library Link of the Day http://www.tk421.net/librarylink/ ------- End of forwarded message ------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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announcement in the LISTSERV
by Mailing List Manager 27 Oct '03

27 Oct '03

Date: Thu, 23 Oct 2003 19:09:47 +0530 From: Mouna Raju <mouna(a)informindia.co.in> INVITATION to the Seminar on E-Journals & Publisher-Library Partnership Informatics (India) Ltd, Bangalore is presenting a series of seminars on E-Journals & Publisher-Library Partnership in association with four leading global publishers, who together present 2,200+ e-journals Annual Reviews Inc. Kluwer Academic Publishers Springer -Verlag Taylor & Francis Group You are cordially invited Venue & Dates New Delhi - Nov 3, 2003, Hotel Hyatt Regency Kolkatta - Nov 4, 2003, The Oberoi Grand Bangalore - Nov 6, 2003, Hotel Atria Mumbai on November 7, 2003, Hotel Marine Plaza Time - 9AM-5PM Login for details and to register www.informindia.co.in or, e-mail mkishore(a)informindia.co.in or, phone (080)-3365940 ____________________________________________________________________________ ______ > N V Sathyanarayana > Chairman & Managing Director > Informatics (India) Ltd > P B No. 360, Malleswaram > Bangalore 560 003 > phone: 91 80 3365940 > fax: 91 80 3344598 > email: sathya(a)informindia.co.in

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Re: [LIS-Forum] concrete steps
by Sukhdev Singh 24 Oct '03

24 Oct '03

Dear Friends If we always think that we would require OFFICIAL resources, I don't think we can do much towards better-ment of our profession. Should not we take it like our religion...?, Is it too costly today to have personal computer at home with Internet..? I am sure, most of you are either having it or have planned to have it (IF NOT FOR YOU, FOR ATLEAST YOUR HIGH SCHOOL CHILDREN). Can we spare some time for the profession at home..? Can we spend something for the profession like we do for our other daily life...? If we look our profession as a mission, I think we would stop blaming availability of resources. Regards Sukhdev >From: "j sharma" <jsharma(a)niilm.com> >To: "Mailing List Manager" <mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in>, >lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in >Subject: Re: [LIS-Forum] concrete steps >Date: Wed, 22 Oct 2003 12:11:38 +0530 > >Dear All > >Infact after receiving Prafulla mail, I was also thinking almost on the >same lines as expressed by Vyasamoorthy. In almost every >conference/seminar now a days these issues are raised and well >enlightened papers are presented, resolutions are passed and after that >it is again the routine. Nothing change. The main thing is who will bell >the cat. Except a few big institutions and probably universities where >are the resources and manpower to handle such projects. I have seen the >institutions working with even one single library staff. How can he >provide the reference or information services. > >Thus any initiative taken is a welcome step but be sure it will remain >confined to only the ones who already have access to such facilities. > >These are my personal views and must not be taken as any offence to any >one. > >Jitender Sharma >Librarian >NIILM UNIVERSITY >B-II/66, MCIE, Sher Shah Suri Marg >Badarpur, New Delhi - 110044 >Tel: 91-011-26941529/39, 26973143 (Dir.) >Fax: 91-011-26948212 >E-mail: jsharma(a)niilm.com, jitendersharma(a)hotmail.com > > >-----Original Message----- >From: Mailing List Manager <mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> >To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in >Date: Wed, 22 Oct 2003 11:14:14 +0530 (IST) >Subject: [LIS-Forum] concrete steps > > > > > Date: Tue, 21 Oct 2003 17:16:41 +0530 > > From: VYASAMOORTHY /IKP/HYD <Vyasamoorthy(a)icicikp.com> > > > > Dear Friends: > > > > Prafulla's Suggestions have profound intent. However the question is > > always > > "who will bell the cat?" (Who will pay for the expenses involved?) I > > have > > some suggestions in this respect. > > > > To have a good database of Indian librarians, why not use the existing > > librarians directory in www.infolibrarian.com ? OR you may try > > Inflibnets > > Experts Database as well. The latter is academic librarians oriented; > > Inflibnet database's Data Entry Form is far too detailed and this might > > deter many from adding their own data. Infolibrarian is for ALL > > librarians. > > Every librarian, big or small, may be persuaded to enter his details > > here. > > It so happens that only Juniors enter their data in such databases. > > Seniors > > are too proud to lend their names to be included. To obviate this > > problem > > each institute/library may request one of the colleagues to enter all > > library professionals names into this infolibrarian directory. > > > > We have a number of sources for details of librarians like INFLIBNET, > > INFOLIBRARIAN. ILA, IASLIC, SIS, ALSD, BONET, CALIBNET etc Let us not > > proliferate more directories that are difficult to keep updated. Let us > > strengthen just one (ANY ONE) and make it a BIG success. > > > > Library Science Schools can ask their students to take up projects of > > 'mass > > population' of such databases. For instance some student in SNDT or > > Mysore > > University can say collect details of all librarians in Mumbai or > > Mysore and > > enter say a substantial part of it into infolibrarian database. Here > > teamwork mught help large scale data entry. SHe will get project credit > > from > > the library school. And the directory would serve him later on in > > his/her > > professional life as well. > > > > Incidentally the SNDT had (has?) website with a directory of suppliers > > of > > Library Requisites -- If this is up and updated our friends like Usha > > Kumari > > of Bangalore need not ask FORUM members for sources regarding > > Electronic > > display Boards (and hoping for some answer!). > > > > Are some Library Schools listening? > > > > *Dr.P.Vyasamoorthy, Advisor, Virtual Information Centre > > *ICICI Knowledge Park, Turkapalli Village, Shameerpet Mandal, RR > > District, > > Hyderabad 500078 INDIA > > *Ph: +91(40) 2348 0053; Fax:+91(40) 2348 0007 Ph. Res: +91(40) 2784 > > 6631 > > *Website: http://www.vic-ikp.info and > > http://www.iciciknowledgepark.com > > _______________________________________________ > > LIS-Forum mailing list > > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum > >_______________________________________________ >LIS-Forum mailing list >LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in >http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum _________________________________________________________________ Access Hotmail from your mobile now. http://server1.msn.co.in/sp03/mobilesms/ Click here.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] concrete steps
by Sukhdev Singh 24 Oct '03

24 Oct '03

We can have n-number of forums and may subscribe to these depending upon our own resources and interests. However, IT WOULD PAY MUCH MORE DIVIDENDS TO SELECT ONE AND DECLARE ONE IT AS COMMON VOICE OF THE COMMUNITY. All the community members should be encouraged to join ATLEASTthis group. "It is matter of CONVENTIONS only that we are still backward then our western counter-parts". (Sukhi-Wani) Regards Sukhdev >From: "Prof. N. Laxman Rao." <naglaxman(a)yahoo.com> >To: sukh_dev(a)hotmail.com >Subject: Re: [LIS-Forum] concrete steps >Date: Thu, 23 Oct 2003 07:24:07 +0100 (BST) > >hi why only lisforum, why not others. i think u can also >subscribe and send the mails to the group nmlis. > >send a mail and subscribe to > >nmlis-subscribe(a)yahoogroups.com > > >laxman rao > > --- Mailing List Manager <mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> >wrote: > > > Date: Tue, 21 Oct 2003 17:01:45 +0530 > > From: Sukhdev Singh <sukh_dev(a)hotmail.com> > > > > Let me also suggest a step. I would like to call it as > > "STEP ZERO" > > (Initial). > > > > CONCREATE STEP ZERO: Select and make an email discussion > > list as Official > > Discussion List of LIS Indian Community. > > > > There is a need for Indian Library and Information > > Science Community to > > exchange and discussion various issues related to the > > profession and work. > > It may be possible if we encourage all the professionals > > to subscribe to one > > email discussion group. This may be designated as > > official discussion forum. > > [Official here should mean the common voice of the > > community]. People should > > be encouraged discuss and debate (more useful) various > > issues" [email groups > > are meant for that only]. It should not be a low volume > > and > > "unidirectional" group. Moderation should be minimal and > > rare [ to stop > > virus attacks, marketing emails personal attacks etc]. > > > > There can also be web/email conferences and delibrations. > > > > Over and above there should be BELONGINESS AMOUNG THE > > COMMUNITY. There could > > also be ranking of the community members based on some > > criteria but > > definately based on contribution towards this virtual > > community. > > > > Further, I propose LIS-FORUM (Promoted by Dr T.B > > Rajashekar) be this > > official email disscussion group, because [perhaps] it is > > almost a decade > > old now. > > > > BTW, have anybody noticed the wonderful work being down > > by > > http://www.infolibrarian.com . Only thing they have not > > done is "that they > > do not bost off who they are?" [ I am in no way related > > to it]. > > > > Regards > > Sukhdev Singh > > > > _______________________________________________ > > LIS-Forum mailing list > > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum > >===== >Prof.N.LAXMAN RAO, >Dept.of Library & Information Science, >Osmania University, HYDERABAD- 500 007 (INDIA) >President, Indian Association of Teachers in Library and Information >Science (IATLIS). >Ph:+91-40-27171565 (res): +91-40- 27682290 (off) >e:mail-- naglaxman(a)yahoo.com OR naglaxman(a)indiatimes.com > >________________________________________________________________________ >Want to chat instantly with your online friends? Get the FREE Yahoo! >Messenger http://mail.messenger.yahoo.co.uk _________________________________________________________________ Find your first love.Rekindle past joys! http://www.batchmates.com/msn.asp Get in touch with batchmates.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] When there is no doctor
by Mailing List Manager 23 Oct '03

23 Oct '03

Date: Thu, 23 Oct 2003 12:29:03 +0530 From: ++Mukesh Anand++ <mukesh(a)monitorinfo.com> Hi I hv come across an article which may be of help: What to do when there's no doctor By Gary F. Arnet, D.D.S. http://www.backwoodshome.com/articles2/arnet75a.html Best Mukesh Anand mukesh(a)monitorinfo.com

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RE: [LIS-Forum] When there is no doctor
by Mailing List Manager 23 Oct '03

23 Oct '03

Date: Thu, 23 Oct 2003 13:28:02 +0530 From: VYASAMOORTHY /IKP/HYD <Vyasamoorthy(a)icicikp.com> Dear Ms Aman Jha, Please see if this is what you need. You may enquire local MacMillan ofice for different editions -- see if they have onr for Asia. Best of luck Vyasamoorthy, P ================== NOW DEtails: Where There Is No Doctor: a Village Health Care Handbook for Africa David Werner (Illustrator), Carol Thuman, Jane Maxwell, Andrew Pearson, Felicity Cary (Illustrator) Our Price: �7.99 Product Details: Paperback 508 pages (22 February, 1994) Publisher: Macmillan Education Ltd; ISBN: 0333516524 Category(ies): Scientific, Technical & Medical , Science & Nature , Society, Politics & Philosophy , Health, Family & Lifestyle Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 60,248 ============= Synopsis With 3 million copies in print in over 50 languages, Where There Is No Doctor is the most widely used health care manual in use in developing countries today. Using simple language and hundreds of drawings, the book provides information about recognising, treating and preventing common illnesses and injuries. But it is far more than simple first aid information. It covers a wide range of subjects that affect the health of the villager - from diarrhoea to tuberculosis, from helpful and harmful home remedies to the cautious use of certain modern medicines. Special importance is placed on cleanliness, a healthy diet, vaccination, childbirth and family planning. The African edition covers diseases commonly found in Africa. =============

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Re: [LIS-Forum] DRTC Seminar on Web Ontology
by Mailing List Manager 23 Oct '03

23 Oct '03

Date: Thu, 23 Oct 2003 13:29:45 -0700 From: Sunder Singh BG <bgs(a)alpha.nic.in> It will be useful if you could put a summary+reading list on the forum. ss At 11:15 AM 10/23/03 +0530, you wrote: >Date: Wed, 22 Oct 2003 08:03:11 +0530 >From: ramshirish mamidala <ramshirish(a)hotmail.com> > >Indian Statistical Institute >Documentation Research & Training Center >8th Mile, Mysore Road, Bangalore - 560059! > >DRTC Seminar > >on > >Introduction to Web Ontology > > >By > >Prachi Singh > > > >Today all functions that we perform on Internet like searching, tracking, >retrieving, interpreting, analyzing etc. depends on the concept of >semantic web. Work in semantic web is largely based upon ontologies. This >seminar will focus on basics of Web Ontology like its definition, types >of ontologies, different representation languages and ontology tools. >This seminar also covers overview of various ongoing ontology projects. > > >Venue : DRTC Classroom > >Date : 22nd October, 2003 > >Time : 2.00 P.M. > > >All are cordially invited. > > > > > >Dr. ARD Prasad > >Co-ordinator > > >M.RAMSHIRISH (Student ADIS), >Documentation Research and Training Centre, >Indian Statistical Institue, >8th Mile, Mysore Road, >R.V.College : PO, >Bangqalore 560 059 > >phone:080-8483975 (Hostel) 8483002 Ext:495(ABC Lab) >email:ramshirish@hotmail.com >ram(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in >_______________________________________________ >LIS-Forum mailing list >LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in >http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum

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Reply to Where there is no doctor & Free Access to AIIEBIP database
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 23 Oct '03

23 Oct '03

<FontFamily><param>verdana</param><smaller><smaller>Dear All: This is in reply to Mr Aman Jha's query regarding the availability of the title "Where there is no doctor...". We wish to inform all librarians that All India Index to English Books in Print (AIIEBIP), a database published by NISC, provides (apart from full bibliographic details, complete table of contents, publisher's blurb) full contact details from where a book could be ordered. The following information is taken from the AIIEBIP database<FontFamily><param>Times New Roman</param><bigger> <bold><FontFamily><param>Arial</param>------------------------------------------------------------- "When there is no doctor"<FontFamily><param>Times New Roman</param> has been published by the Voluntary Health Association of India). It is available at the following book store: <FontFamily><param>Arial</param>Other India Press / Bookstore, Above Mapusa Clinic, Mapusa, Goa 403 507 http://www.goacom.com/books oib(a)goatelecom.com Phone: 0832-263305 ; 0832-263306 </bold><bigger>Fax: 0832-263305 ----------------------------------------------------- LIS professionals may wish to refer to the following website as well: <bold><smaller>http://www.goacom.com/oibs/servlet/GenCatalog?catid=4 Here's an extract from this website: <FontFamily><param>MS Sans Serif</param><smaller><smaller>Where There is No Doctor</bold> By David Werner Pp.458/(1994) Rs. 290 or $13 VHAI, the publisher of this extraordinary book, has probably lost count of the number of editions and reprints it has as undergone. OIB has sold hundreds of copies. It's an irreplacable domestic item. Also available in Hindi. Of related interest:<bold><FontFamily><param>Arial</param><bigger><bigger> </bold><bigger>{PRIVATE}<bold><color><param>0100,0100,0100</param><FontFamily><param>MS Sans Serif</param><smaller><smaller><smaller>WHERE WOMEN HAVE NO DOCTOR: A RESOURCE GUIDE FOR WOMENS HEALTH </bold> By Voluntary Health Association of India (VHAI) Pp 630/ (2001) Rs. 360 or $16 Developed along the lines of Where There is No Doctor, this landmark book will serve a long felt need for a comprehensive handbook on womens health. Well-researched and superbly pro-duced, an essential reference for every home. OtherIndia Book Stores lists on its website several valuable titles in the area of health, medical ethics, traditional medicine, natural remedies, etc. Health buffs may find this information interesting. INcidentally, NISC is planning to offer shortly FREE ACCESS to AIIEBIP database for a period of one month to all LIS teachers, LIS professionals and others interested in books and bookpersons. Please let us know if you wish to have a FREE TRIAL. Thank you Sincerely T.V. Prafulla Chandra Senior Editor --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Re: Where there is no doctor
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 23 Oct '03

23 Oct '03

Dear Mr Jha: The title which you are searching has been published by Voluntary Health Association of India and it may be available in New Delhi. Please check the following website: http://www.goacom.com/oibs/servlet/GenCatalog?catid=4 This site also lists several health-related titles (traditional medicine, natural remedies, medical ethics, etc.) which other members of LIS-Forum may also find useful. Where There is No Doctor By David Werner Pp.458/(1994) Rs. 290 or $13 VHAI, the publisher of this extraordinary book, has probably lost count of the number of editions and reprints it has undergone. OIB has sold hundreds of copies. It's an irreplacable domestic item. Also available in Hindi. Thank you Sincerely T.V. Prafulla Chandra --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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ACS Offers Free Online Access for National Chemistry Week
by Mailing List Manager 23 Oct '03

23 Oct '03

Date: Wed, 22 Oct 2003 16:39:02 +0100 (BST) From: "[iso-8859-1] shankar goud" <bandashankar(a)yahoo.co.in> Respected all, The American Chemical Society (ACS) Publications Division is offering free online access to hundreds of articles on atmospheric chemistry and current issues of publications in celebration of National Chemistry Week, Oct. 19-25. http://pubs.acs.org/ncw/ With regards Banda Shankar, Student, DRTC.

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When there is no doctor
by Mailing List Manager 23 Oct '03

23 Oct '03

Date: Wed, 22 Oct 2003 15:12:18 +0530 From: Aman Jha <aman.jha(a)ciionline.org> Dear friends I am looking for a book called "when there is no doctor...what do we do". Shall be grateful for any information about its availability? Thanks and regards, Aman Jha Librarian CII, New Delhi

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DRTC Seminar on Web Ontology
by Mailing List Manager 23 Oct '03

23 Oct '03

Date: Wed, 22 Oct 2003 08:03:11 +0530 From: ramshirish mamidala <ramshirish(a)hotmail.com> Indian Statistical Institute Documentation Research & Training Center 8th Mile, Mysore Road, Bangalore - 560059! DRTC Seminar on Introduction to Web Ontology By Prachi Singh Today all functions that we perform on Internet like searching, tracking, retrieving, interpreting, analyzing etc. depends on the concept of semantic web. Work in semantic web is largely based upon ontologies. This seminar will focus on basics of Web Ontology like its definition, types of ontologies, different representation languages and ontology tools. This seminar also covers overview of various ongoing ontology projects. Venue : DRTC Classroom Date : 22nd October, 2003 Time : 2.00 P.M. All are cordially invited. Dr. ARD Prasad Co-ordinator M.RAMSHIRISH (Student ADIS), Documentation Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institue, 8th Mile, Mysore Road, R.V.College : PO, Bangqalore 560 059 phone:080-8483975 (Hostel) 8483002 Ext:495(ABC Lab) email:ramshirish@hotmail.com ram(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in

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Re: [LIS-Forum] concrete steps
by Mailing List Manager 23 Oct '03

23 Oct '03

Date: Tue, 21 Oct 2003 17:01:45 +0530 From: Sukhdev Singh <sukh_dev(a)hotmail.com> Let me also suggest a step. I would like to call it as "STEP ZERO" (Initial). CONCREATE STEP ZERO: Select and make an email discussion list as Official Discussion List of LIS Indian Community. There is a need for Indian Library and Information Science Community to exchange and discussion various issues related to the profession and work. It may be possible if we encourage all the professionals to subscribe to one email discussion group. This may be designated as official discussion forum. [Official here should mean the common voice of the community]. People should be encouraged discuss and debate (more useful) various issues" [email groups are meant for that only]. It should not be a low volume and "unidirectional" group. Moderation should be minimal and rare [ to stop virus attacks, marketing emails personal attacks etc]. There can also be web/email conferences and delibrations. Over and above there should be BELONGINESS AMOUNG THE COMMUNITY. There could also be ranking of the community members based on some criteria but definately based on contribution towards this virtual community. Further, I propose LIS-FORUM (Promoted by Dr T.B Rajashekar) be this official email disscussion group, because [perhaps] it is almost a decade old now. BTW, have anybody noticed the wonderful work being down by http://www.infolibrarian.com . Only thing they have not done is "that they do not bost off who they are?" [ I am in no way related to it]. Regards Sukhdev Singh

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article on "copyright and authors"
by ramshirish mamidala 22 Oct '03

22 Oct '03

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Fwd: PGDLAN- IGNOU last date extended
by JK Vijayakumar 22 Oct '03

22 Oct '03

Dear Freinds Here is a mail from Dr.Pravakar Rath of IGNOU, now in Univ of Illinnois under Full Bright Fellowship. WISH YOU ALL A HAPPY DIWALI-2003 !! J K Vijayakumar INFLIBNET --- Pravakar Rath <pkrath_99(a)hotmail.com> wrote: > From: "Pravakar Rath" <pkrath_99(a)hotmail.com> > To: vjkjk(a)yahoo.com > Subject: PGDLAN- IGNOU last date extended > Date: Mon, 20 Oct 2003 23:44:18 +0530 > > The last date for submission of application for > PGDLAN Programme to be > launched from January, 2003 has been extended > till 31st October, 2003 > (without late fees). > __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? The New Yahoo! Shopping - with improved product search http://shopping.yahoo.com

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Need help
by usha shashi 22 Oct '03

22 Oct '03

Dear friends& Members Kindly help to find the Vendors of "ELECTRONIC DISPLAY BOARDS AT BANGALORE, WE ARE PLANING TO HAVE THE FACILITY AT OUR DEPT. Hence i need your kind co operation to find the details. Thanking you yours faithfully usha kumari.s librarian cfl Bangalore. 3 __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? The New Yahoo! Shopping - with improved product search http://shopping.yahoo.com

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article request
by suresh kumar 22 Oct '03

22 Oct '03

Sir, I would like to get a few articles from the journal Flow measurement and instrumentation.Please contact me those who can help me in this regard. Thanks Sureshkumar Librarian , Fluid Control Research Institute Palakkad, nsureshfcri(a)yahoo.co.in ________________________________________________________________________ Yahoo! India Matrimony: Find your partner online. Go to http://yahoo.shaadi.com

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New Global Resource Website For ICT Literacy (fwd)
by Mailing List Manager 21 Oct '03

21 Oct '03

Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2003 10:39:21 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Here is something I received a few days ago. I thought you might be interested. Best wishes. Arun New Global Resource Website For Information And Communication Technology (ICT) Literacy Published on on Sep 11, 2003 Source: ictliteracy.info Readers are invited to access the new website - www.ictliteracy.info - being developed through the collaboration of a global partnership intended to serve as a resource for business, education, and policymakers - all stakeholders - in closing the gap between the rhetoric and reality of what is required to efficiently and effectively take advantage of information and communication technology (ICT) in the global economy. This website represents a global effort to promote universal ICT literacy. The "digital divide" in ICT literacy remains a reality that has prompted the partners involved in this effort to collaborate on actions at the national and international level for bridging the digital divide. They recognize a priority need to achieve ICT literacy worldwide - thus fostering "digital opportunity" for the children and the workforce of the new millennium. This website provides a rich, centralized portal for the repository of ICT Literacy resources, highlights innovative efforts and partnerships promoting ICT Literacy, and facilitates the interaction between researchers, business, government and educational segments. New surveys, studies and reports on ICT literacy will be presented on the site. Readers and participants in the field are invited - encouraged - to share information, collaborate for strategic efforts, present leading research and thinking in the area of ICT literacy, and encourage global leaders to dialogue on important issues and consensus building efforts. We encourage strategic planners, futurists, and thought leaders to share with our audience their "out of the box" thinking and their innovative, radical ideas. Thank you all in advance for sharing this information with other stakeholders as well as participating in this important undertaking. Dr. David E. Leveille del44(a)adelphia.net Source: distance-educator.com

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RE: Evaluating Website Sources
by Mailing List Manager 21 Oct '03

21 Oct '03

Date: Fri, 17 Oct 2003 22:17:53 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Thanks very much Jorge. I am circulating this to many key people in India with a request to spread the word. Regards. Arun -----Original Message----- From: Jorge Gallardo Rius To: Subbiah Arunachalam Sent: 10/17/03 9:26 PM Subject: Evaluating Website Sources Evaluating Website Sources By Jorge Gallardo Rius Many students in Honduras use the World Wide Web to research homework topics. Sometimes they take the content directly from the web and insert it as their own work. Other times they take parts of the work and insert it into their own, often forgetting to quote the source. At best, they use it as reference material to write their own work but often do not indicate the source. Some teachers only require references from printed sources. Teachers in all academic areas should be concerned because often they won't know if they are evaluating the student's work, a respectable outside source or a quack's eerie sense of humor. That is why many schools are now using website evaluation worksheets as part of the homework completion material. By not using them, schools are missing the opportunity to fulfill important educational standards. Using a website evaluation worksheet helps students recognize authorship and helps them learn to respect intellectual property rights. Standard 2 of the North American Education Technology Standards (NETS) and other international standards place much importance on learning to use technology resources responsibly. It is important that students learn to indicate website references, using the URL, as well as printed references. Secondly, a good website evaluation worksheet will guide a student to properly evaluate a website and distinguish "good" sources of information from "bad" ones. This helps student develop their critical thinking abilities. Not everything in the World Wide Web is informational and students must learn to select respectable sources of knowledge or, at least, beware possibly tainted information. In a sixth grade science class, a teacher asked her students to search websites and find three important discoveries made possible by space travel. She gave students a list of websites which included NASA, CNN and other good sites. She included other sites to test her students. One was about space aliens and had links to "Elvis lives" websites. Another presented a detailed "scientific" analysis proving that squirrels are aliens. In social studies classes, website evaluation worksheets help students identify compromised opinions. Another sixth grade class did a project on the Middle East about the role religion plays in regional conflicts. By recognizing the URL and the author's resume they were able to determine what his biases were likely to be. This data was part of filling the website evaluation worksheet. Both of these projects, and others reviewed for this article, were designed by teams made up of class teachers and computer lab teachers, and all used website evaluation sheets to document the student's research and webquest results. Webquests are web pages that gather different resources and make them easily available for student projects. The computer teacher prepares them in conjunction with the regular class teachers. Students, specially younger ones, find it easier to simply click on the screen and access predetermined contents. Access to search engines, such as Google or AltaVista are also included for more advanced students who want to be creative. Website evaluation worksheets document the student's navigation through the web and are part of the project completion requirements. If you are interested in sample website evaluation worksheets to implement in your school or furthur descriptions of these and other similar projects, write to me at the e-mail listed below. I have several lesson plans for different topics and grades available in PDF format (Acrobat Reader is also free and easy to download and install in your computer). Send comments to: jgallardo515(a)yahoo.com __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? The New Yahoo! Shopping - with improved product search http://shopping.yahoo.com

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RE: [BOAI] Guide to Institutional Repository Software
by Mailing List Manager 21 Oct '03

21 Oct '03

Date: Fri, 17 Oct 2003 22:12:15 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Thanks very much Peter for circulating this much needed Guide. I am forwarding it to key people in India without whose whole-hearted support the Open Access movement cannot take off or succeed in India. Regards. Arun -----Original Message----- From: Peter Suber To: SPARC-OAForum(a)arl.org; boai-forum(a)ecs.soton.ac.uk Sent: 10/17/03 8:35 PM Subject: [BOAI] Guide to Institutional Repository Software OSI is pleased to announce the release of the Guide to Institutional Repository Software. The guide describes the five open source, OAI-compliant systems currently available. As many institutions are developing repositories, OSI thought it would be helpful to produce such a guide so that each institution could select the software best suited to meet its needs. Included in the guide is a brief narrative overview of each system followed by a summary of the systems technical features. The guide will be updated as additional systems are developed. To view the guide, please see: http://www.soros.org/openaccess/software/ <http://www.soros.org/openaccess/software/> best, Melissa Hagemann Open Society Institute

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good idea!
by Mrs. Vaishnav 21 Oct '03

21 Oct '03

Dear All, So far I hv not very frequently participated in many of our discussions,I myself do not have internet access at my workplace, so I miss out many of our URls suggested , online forms to be submitted, etc....I take this opportunity to strongly support "Ask your Librarian" move, we already have creative suggestions pouring , and yes, under competent leadership of people like Dr. T V A Murthy , this can & should shape up at its earliest, My regards to all & Wishes for Diwali Mrs. Y.T.vaishnav Consulting Librarian Godrej Learning Center Vikhroli, Mumbai

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Ask Your Librarian & INFLIBET--Corrected Copy
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 20 Oct '03

20 Oct '03

Dear Colleagues: Dear All: The enthusiasm shown by DRTC students through their active participation in the form of valuable postings and sending responses to queries in the LIS-Forum is praiseworthy and worthy of emulation by one and all. I have personally benefitted a lot from their contribution. This is a bright ray of hope. Perhaps, because of lack of Internet access, students of LIS from Indian universities are unable to participate. How about providing Internet access to all the Departments of Library and Information Science in India and offer facilities to LIS faculty and students to handle "live" reference queries (under the guidance of their Reference Tutor) from the public in the ASK YOUR LIBRARIAN service?This would offer the LIS students "real life" examples of the queries they would be facing in their career in future. More than the IT, we have to regain the joy of library service to make our professional life much more meaningful and inspiring. Also, there is an urgent need to make SOUL package an integral component of all our LIS education programmes at the university level. Once this is done, we would have within a couple of years, LIS manpower capable of appreciating and handling properly the SOUL software. It is hoped that INFLIBNET under the dynamic leadership of Dr TAV Murthy would break institutional barriers and strengthen all the DLIS in the country to make them adequately IT- equipped so that they would be participating actively in the HRD to support the INFLIBNET project. It is high time to recognise all the DLISs in the country as the stakeholders and beneficiaries of INFLIBNET programme. The logic is simple: if you train a member of the library staff, he/she would be often be contributing to his/her parent library. But, if you train a member of the faculty or student of DLIS in an Indian university, the benefits would be far-reaching and percolate to various sections of the society. Thank you Sincerely T.V. Prafulla Chandra Senior Editor --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Impact Factor of Journals
by ppich＠vsnl.net 17 Oct '03

17 Oct '03

Dear ALL: I would like to mention an important problem while using the Impact factor of the journals. They cannot be used as such when comparing the journals from different fields and subfields. Subfield normalisation can help to do it. P.Pichappan Dept. of Library & Information Science Annamalai University ppich(a)vsnl.net omprakash(a)admin.iitb.ac.in wrote Dear Mr Shivendra Singh Please try the following URL (pdf file) in future http://cbmc.umh.es/ebarrajon/pdf%C2%B4s/Impact%20factor%202002.pdf Any way I have given against each title wherever possible the impact factor for 2002 > Date: Tue, 14 Oct 2003 17:57:04 +0530 > From: Shivendra Singh <shivendra(a)niper.ac.in> > > Dear Sir/colleagues, > > I would like to know the impact factor of following journals for the > year of 2002. I would appreciate if someone can send me. > > > Planta Medica 2.085 > > Phytotherapy Research 0.603 > > Phytochemical Analysis 0.97 > > Journal of Natural Products 1.737 > > Journal of Ethnopharmacology 0.78 > > Fitoterapia 0.486 > > Journal of Agriculture and food Chemistry 1.576 > > Biochemistry, bioscience and biotechnology Try from URL > > JCS- Perkin Trans I 2.208 > > Tetrahedron Letters 2.28 > With Best Wishes Omprakash Bhendigeri +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Omprakash Bhendigeri 25768927 / 257689299(O) Central Library 25722545/Extn 8929 IIT BOMBAY 25720393 (R) 2B/41, T C S Area Indian Institute of Technology Bombay Powai, MUMBAI 400 076 INDIA omprakash(a)iitb.ac.in +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ > > Thanks and Regards, > > Shivendra Singh > > Electronic Information Retrieval System > National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research > Sector-67, SAS Nagar (Mohali) - 160062 > Phone: 9815526163 > http://sshivendra.tripod.com > > > _______________________________________________ > LIS-Forum mailing list > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum > _______________________________________________ LIS-Forum mailing list LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Need Information regarding RFID.
by Saiful Amin 17 Oct '03

17 Oct '03

Greetings, I don't know if you are still in need of information on RFID. Today I got some links from a newsletter which might interest you. RFID links... Libraries eye RFID to track books [MSNBC News] http://www.msnbc.com/news/975754.asp "SF library wants to track books with computers," San Jose Mercury News, 3 October 2003 http://www.bayarea.com/mld/mercurynews/news/6928513.htm Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) http://www.aimglobal.org/technologies/rfid/ City Library Adopts Controversial RFID Chips http://www.berkeleydaily.org/article.cfm?issue=10-10-03&storyID=17547 RFID Zeitgeist http://www.thefeature.com/article?articleid=100132&threshold=-1 Hope it helps. Best regards, -- Saiful Amin c/o, Learning Resource Center Indian School of Business Gachibowli Hyderabad - 500019 Ph. +91-40-2318-7963/7999 Rajendra Babu H wrote: > Dear Professionals, > > I would like to know if any one of you are implemented/practicing RFID for > circulation in your libraries, if so, please let me know as I am doing some > study on RFID. > > Warm Regards, > > H Rajendra Babu ________________________________________________________________________ Yahoo! India Matrimony: Find your partner online. Go to http://yahoo.shaadi.com

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concrete steps
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 17 Oct '03

17 Oct '03

Dear Professional Colleagues: I am once again taking cue from Dr E. Rami Reddy's suggestion that we should do something concrete towards professional development (with ref to: Dr Lahiri's anguish). Here's something we can do using IT so that we may not face problems like the one Mr Saroj Karle is experiencing (books on UK Pension). To the best of my knowledge, The British Council Library network maintains a list of British publisher's representatives in India. However, this does not give the total picture of international publisher community. CONCRETE STEP 1 It would be useful if we develop a National Library Acquisitions Home Page containing the following components: 1. A national database of Indian publishers/booksellers in English and all other languages giving contact details (postal, email, web, etc.,), name of the contact person, their areas of specialisation (discipline-wise, topic-wise, etc.), regions served, terms of supply. Even the author publishers could be invited to become members of this database. 2. A national database of all the librarians (university, academic, public, special, etc.) listing their areas of specialisation in collection development, documents they wish to acquire or are searching for. The librarians could just post their requirements not as a firm order but only as an enquiry to find out from the publishers/booksellers regarding the availability of a document or their willingness to procure from abroad and supply. Once they receive reply from the publisher/bookseller, they can place the firm order. 3. A list of blacklisted publishers/booksellers who have indulged in unfair practices. 4. Latest GOC Rate Schedule (formulated with participation of all the parties who have a stake). We should have only one, authoritative GOC rate schedule. Mode of Operation The publishers/booksellers would be regularly announcing on the National Library Acquisitions home page, the new books procured by them from abroad. We visualise a scenario of SDI-type activity where the needs of the librarians and stock of the publishers/bookseller are matched for mutual benefit, particularly for foreign publications. To the best of my knowledge, The British Council Library network maintains a list of British publisher's representatives in India. However, this does not give the total picture of international publisher community. Advantages of National Library Acquisitons Home Page Offers equitable opportunities to publishers/booksellers in library supplies. Whoever responds first, would receive the order. If a foreign title is available with one of the Indian stockist, it could be known immediately and order placed for the same. Avoids running around from supplier to supplier for documents. Enables the librarians to have a perspective of foreign titles available in India. (Presently, the book selection by university libraries strongly favours those suppliers who send the books for physical examination. As such, the total literary output in a particular discipline is often not taken into consideration and many useful titles may be missed.) Helps the librarians to know which supplier can provide best service in a particular discipline/topic. Provides information to librarians about new foreign titles available in the Indian market. Booksellers can announce the documents procured by them from abroad. Through just a single email, they would be communicating this information to all the librarians in India. Serves as an effective public relations communication tool both for the librarians and publishers/booksellers. _______________________________________________ CONCRETE STEP 2 MAINTENANCE OF UNIVERSITY/LIBRARY DIRECTORIES Isn't it disappointing that we do not have a reliable, authoritative list which provides UP TO DATE INFORMATION of university librarians along with their contact details. The Web sites of our national bodies concerned with management of higher education and LIS networks DO NOT provide accurate, latest information about our universities. Can't we maintain an UP TO DATE directory of universities giving UP TO DATE details such as names of VCs, Registrars, University Librarians, their contact addresses, email ids, web sites, etc. Doesn't our IT know-how allow us to send an automatic email to every university library daily and request the university librarian to send information about changes in top univ personnel/univ librarians? If the university librarians do not disseminate latest information about changes in their university, then who will? Isn't it a disservice to the user community that we spend so much on creating web pages/directories but fail to maintain them on day to day basis thereby defeating the purpose of their creation and reducing their usefulness? We have miserably failed in meeting the requirements of Dr Ranganathan's definition of reference service as far as maintenance of directories of libraries/librarians/universities is concerned. Being based in India, at least some of us can keep track of the changes through newspapers, newsletters, etc. By providing names of VCs, Registrars, university librarians, etc. in our directories who had retired/shifted, are we not misguiding the users? How about the users abroad? Are we not projecting a negative image about our LIS profession by not taking care of these basic things? THIS IS ONE AREA WHERE WE HAVE TO TAKE A CONCRETE STEP. As always, reactions are welcome. Thank you Sincerely T.V. Prafulla Chandra Senior Editor --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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ask yr librarian
by suresh kumar 17 Oct '03

17 Oct '03

Dear profulla chandra, I really appreciate your views. It is an excellent idea.We have to work for that to ensure professionalism among us. let us hope for the best Suresh kumar.N Librarian Gr.I, Fluid Control Research Institute Palakkad - 678623.nsureshfcri(a)yahoo.co.In. Prafulla Chandra >Senior Editor ________________________________________________________________________ Yahoo! India Matrimony: Find your partner online. Go to http://yahoo.shaadi.com

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books on CD in science and engineering
by Vijayalaxmi R Deshpande 17 Oct '03

17 Oct '03

Dear sir, I would like to have list of books avaialable in CD form in the field of science and engineering for our digital library project (I do not want to have ebooks available in websites). If anybody knows please send the list and oblige. Thanking you, Yours faithfully, (Smt. V.R.DESHPANDE) SENIOR LIBRARIAN Central Power Research Institute, P.B.No. 8066, Sadashivanagar Post BANGALORE 560 080

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impact factor of following journals- 2002
by Mailing List Manager 16 Oct '03

16 Oct '03

Date: Tue, 14 Oct 2003 17:57:04 +0530 From: Shivendra Singh <shivendra(a)niper.ac.in> Dear Sir/colleagues, I would like to know the impact factor of following journals for the year of 2002. I would appreciate if someone can send me. Planta Medica Phytotherapy Research Phytochemical Analysis Journal of Natural Products Journal of Ethnopharmacology Fitoterapia Journal of Agriculture and food Chemistry Biochemistry, bioscience and biotechnology JCS- Perkin Trans I Tetrahedron Letters Thanks and Regards, Shivendra Singh Electronic Information Retrieval System National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Sector-67, SAS Nagar (Mohali) - 160062 Phone: 9815526163 http://sshivendra.tripod.com

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FW: books on UK Pension
by Saroj Karle 16 Oct '03

16 Oct '03

Hello Friends, I want some good books on UK Pension system. Following are some of the titles. Im not able to find these books in Mumbai. If you know any place from where I can get these books please let me know. I need these books urgently. 1. Simple Guide to Pensions by John Claxton ISBN 1857038010 2. Allied Dubar Pensions Handbook by Anthony Reardon ISBN 0273654926 3. Pensions (Good Practise) by Andrew Serimshaw 4. Pensions Kit by Nicola Mitchell 5. Pensions Simplified by Harvey Andrew & Baterman Richard ISBN 1852523271 6. Take Control of Your Pension Action by Jonquil Lowe ISBN 0852029276 Thanks & Regards Saroj Karle Library Patni Computer Systems Ltd, Electronic Sadan III, TTC Industrial Area, Mahape Village, Navi Mumbai 400 701 Tel: 27611090; 27622651 Extn: 1274 Fax: 761 9602 Email: library.ttc(a)patni.com http://www.patni.com World-Wide Partnerships. World-Class Solutions. This e-mail message may contain proprietary, confidential or legally privileged information for the sole use of the person or entity to whom this message was originally addressed. Any review, e-transmission dissemination or other use of or taking of any action in reliance upon this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error kindly delete this e-mail from your records. If it appears that this mail has been forwarded to you without proper authority, please notify us immediately at netadmin(a)patni.com and delete this mail.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Free HTML editor
by Sukhdev Singh 16 Oct '03

16 Oct '03

Thanks for information. I had downloaded it long back. I have tried to send a message to the Technical Support Team of the product. Other List Members may kindly note. Regards Sukhdev >From: "murari" <murari(a)darya.nio.org> >To: "Sukhdev Singh" <sukh_dev(a)hotmail.com> >Subject: Re: [LIS-Forum] Free HTML editor >Date: Thu, 16 Oct 2003 10:51:24 +0530 > >Dear Sukhdev, > >On your recommendation, I downloaded the software and tried to install it. >But my pc gave me following virus warning. Ofcourse, you are not >responsible >for this but for your info. Regards, >- Tapaswi > >Scan type: Realtime Protection Scan >Event: Virus Found! >Virus name: Js.Trojan.WindowBomb >File: C:\Program Files\Evrsoft\1st Page 2000\IScripts\Buttons\Six buttons >from hell.izs >Location: C:\Program Files\Evrsoft\1st Page 2000\IScripts\Buttons >Computer: MURARI >User: library >Action taken: Delete succeeded : Access denied >Date found: Thu Oct 16 10:48:44 2003 > >----- Original Message ----- >From: Sukhdev Singh <sukh_dev(a)hotmail.com> >To: <mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in>; <lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> >Sent: Wednesday, October 15, 2003 10:17 AM >Subject: Re: [LIS-Forum] Free HTML editor > > > > I would also like to suggest a Free HTML Editor. I have using it now for >the > > Forth Year. You would enjoy it if you love coding in html unlike Front >Page. > > It is called "1st Page 2000 (Version 2.0 Free Edition)" and can be > > downloaded from http://www.evrsoft.com/ . > > > > "1st Page 2000 is a professional HTML editing software which lets you >create > > great websites fast! The visually appealing program comes bundled with >over > > 450+ Javascripts and supports all the latest web languages. Over 3+ >million > > downloads!" > > > > I would recommend it based on my personal experience. > > > > Regards > > Sukhdev Singh > > esukhdev(a)yahoo.com > > > > > > > > >From: Mailing List Manager <mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> > > >To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > > >Subject: [LIS-Forum] Free HTML editor Date: Tue, 14 Oct 2003 12:03:13 >+0530 > > >(IST) > > > > > >Date: Mon, 13 Oct 2003 07:01:08 -0700 (PDT) > > >From: Biswanath Dutta <dutta_d2001(a)yahoo.com> > > > > > > > > > > > >Dear friends, > > > AceHTML, experience this powerful free HTML editor which comes > > >fully-packed > > >with outstanding features. Although completely free, its collection of > > >solid > > >tools helps novices and professional webmasters build websites with >speed, > > >ease and convenience. > > > > > >AceHTML 6 Key Features 1. HTML Syntax Checker > > > 2. International Alphabet Support > > > 3. Windows XP Compatibility > > > 4. Code Explorer > > > 5. 175 predefined DHTML and JavaScript codes > > > 6. Powerful Style Sheet Editor > > > > > >HTML editors are our bread and butter, but AceHTML gave us cake! > > > > > >So to download go, http://freeware.acehtml.com/ > > > > > >With Regards > > >Biswanath Dutta > > >Librarian > > >The Institute for Technology and Management > > >Hulimavu, Behind Meenakshi Temple > > >Baneerghatta Road > > >Bangalore- 560076 > > >e-mail: dutta_d2001(a)yahoo.com > > >Hello: (080)-6585737 > > > > > > > > >_______________________________________________ > > >LIS-Forum mailing list > > >LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > > >http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum > > > > _________________________________________________________________ > > The heat is on! Catch the latest action. > > http://server1.msn.co.in/sp03/formula2003/ Speed along with F1! > > > > _______________________________________________ > > LIS-Forum mailing list > > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum > _________________________________________________________________ Contact brides & grooms FREE! http://www.shaadi.com/ptnr.php?ptnr=hmltag Only on www.shaadi.com. Register now!

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Need help to get an article
by Yashwant G. Kanade 16 Oct '03

16 Oct '03

Dear Members, Kindly help me to get the article: "Bradshaw,A.D. 1972; Some of the evolutionary consequences of being a plant; Evolutionary Biology 5; 25-47 (1972)" With Warm Regards YASHWANT G KANADE CES, Indian Institute of Science Bangalore 560012; Ph.3600985 / 2932506 kanade(a)ces.iisc.ernet.in / kanade_yg12(a)yahoo.com

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Ask Your Librarian service
by Mailing List Manager 16 Oct '03

16 Oct '03

Date: 15 Oct 2003 11:38:01 -0000 From: Dr. S M.SHAFI <shafi_sm(a)rediffmail.com> Dear colleagues , This has reference to the discussion initiated by Mr Prafulla regarding the situation and sevices provided by our universities . I endorse the view that we in India have not been able to have one window system to reply our patrons and it is high time that professionals should join together to develop a reference and information service on the type suggested by Mr prafulla " ASK YOUR LIBRARIAN" besides re-engineering other services so that we may facel humilating situation and lag behind. tahnks and regards S M SHAFI

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RE: [LIS-Forum] food processing related info.
by Mailing List Manager 16 Oct '03

16 Oct '03

On Tue, 14 Oct 2003, manish mankad wrote: > It will be good idea to start with McKinsey's report 'FAIDA ( Food & > Agriculture Integrated Development Action)' published in 1997. > > Also have a look at the book 'New technologies in food processing' by > Internatiomnal Life sciences Institute, India > > Do have alook at http://www.indiainfoline.com/fmcg/fopo.html > > Regards. > > > -Manish Mankad > Information Executive > Hindustan Lever Research Centre, > BD Sawant Marg > Andheri (E), > Mumbai, 400 099 > INDIA > > ext. 208/330 > > (022) 28276 208 28276 330 > > >

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reaction
by poornima ma 15 Oct '03

15 Oct '03

Dear Madam, Yes , ASK YOUR LIBRARIAN is a wonderful idea if it comes to being . i will look forward for such services to the user communities.Thats really a great idea.i welcome ur sugetion. Poornima Rao Librarian Department of Management studies B.M.S College of Engineering Bull temple road, Bangalore. Mail: poornima_ma(a)yahoo.com __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? The New Yahoo! Shopping - with improved product search http://shopping.yahoo.com

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PPT Slides on Digital Library Lecture now available on DLIST.
by Sukhdev Singh 15 Oct '03

15 Oct '03

Dear Members I have made available PPT Slides of the following lecture online on DLIST (http://dlist.sir.arizona.edu/archive/00000267/) Since these are in PPT format, these can be used (reused) :-) if required. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- http://dlist.sir.arizona.edu/archive/00000267/ Singh, Mr. Sukhdev (2003) Digital Libraries: What and How? : Lecture delivered during "Training Course on Internet Technology Applications in Libraries, 13th - 17th October, 2003, NIC Hqs, New Delhi, India" . Full text available as: Microsoft Powerpoint Presentation (.ppt) - Requires Microsoft Powerpoint Abstract: These are about 73 PPT Slides of a Lecture on Digital Libraries. The Lecture Defines Digital Library and explains some myths surrounding it. Gives an overview of Digital Library Standards, Information Resources Organisation, Metadata, Digital Archiving and Preservation and Digital Library Services. Further it highlights Challenges, General Principles, Design Principles and Digital Collection Development in Digital Library development process. It concludes with some examples of Indian initiatives in Digital Libraries. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Regards Sukhdev Singh esukhdev(a)yahoo.com _________________________________________________________________ Celebrate Shakti. Send money to loved ones in India. http://server1.msn.co.in/sp03/navaratri/ Have a joyous Navratri.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Free HTML editor
by Sukhdev Singh 15 Oct '03

15 Oct '03

I would also like to suggest a Free HTML Editor. I have using it now for the Forth Year. You would enjoy it if you love coding in html unlike Front Page. It is called "1st Page 2000 (Version 2.0 Free Edition)" and can be downloaded from http://www.evrsoft.com/ . "1st Page 2000 is a professional HTML editing software which lets you create great websites fast! The visually appealing program comes bundled with over 450+ Javascripts and supports all the latest web languages. Over 3+ million downloads!" I would recommend it based on my personal experience. Regards Sukhdev Singh esukhdev(a)yahoo.com >From: Mailing List Manager <mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> >To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in >Subject: [LIS-Forum] Free HTML editor Date: Tue, 14 Oct 2003 12:03:13 +0530 >(IST) > >Date: Mon, 13 Oct 2003 07:01:08 -0700 (PDT) >From: Biswanath Dutta <dutta_d2001(a)yahoo.com> > > > >Dear friends, > AceHTML, experience this powerful free HTML editor which comes >fully-packed >with outstanding features. Although completely free, its collection of >solid >tools helps novices and professional webmasters build websites with speed, >ease and convenience. > >AceHTML 6 Key Features 1. HTML Syntax Checker > 2. International Alphabet Support > 3. Windows XP Compatibility > 4. Code Explorer > 5. 175 predefined DHTML and JavaScript codes > 6. Powerful Style Sheet Editor > >HTML editors are our bread and butter, but AceHTML gave us cake! > >So to download go, http://freeware.acehtml.com/ > >With Regards >Biswanath Dutta >Librarian >The Institute for Technology and Management >Hulimavu, Behind Meenakshi Temple >Baneerghatta Road >Bangalore- 560076 >e-mail: dutta_d2001(a)yahoo.com >Hello: (080)-6585737 > > >_______________________________________________ >LIS-Forum mailing list >LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in >http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum _________________________________________________________________ The heat is on! Catch the latest action. http://server1.msn.co.in/sp03/formula2003/ Speed along with F1!

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(Fwd) Definition of Research Libray( a/c to ALA)
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 15 Oct '03

15 Oct '03

------- Forwarded message follows ------- Date sent: 14 Oct 2003 14:22:55 -0000 From: "aprajita suman" <aprajita_drtc(a)rediffmail.com> Send reply to: "aprajita suman" <aprajita_drtc(a)rediffmail.com> To: prafulla(a)nisc.co.in Subject: Definition of Research Libray( a/c to ALA) Respected Shri Vijayakumar, I am sorry to send the required information a little late. Actually I saw the mail today only. According to ALA Glossary the definition of Research Library is: 1. A library which contains an in-depth collection in a particular subject field(such as a technical library) or in-depth collections in several subject fields(such as a university library or a large private or public library). The collections include pr imary sources and provide extensive chronological and geographical coverage. 2. A reference library. With regards, Aparajita Suman, 2nd year student(ADIS), Documentation Research and Training Center, Indian Statistical Institute, 8th Mile,Mysore Road, R V College PO, Bangalore 560 059 On Tue, 14 Oct 2003 prafulla(a)nisc.co.in wrote : >Dear Friends: > >It is rather sad that one of our professional colleagues Shri M >Vijayakumar should repeatedly request for a simple piece of >information: definition of 'research library' according to ALA >Glossary of LIS. Even after four days from the date of request, we >have failed to meet this request. I am sure that this book would be >available in several Indian university libraries. Had Indian university >librarians participated actively in the LIS-Forum, we would not have >faced this situation. > >All this reminds me of Dr Lahiri's anguish on lack of professionalism >and standards which he expressed so eloquently in one of the last >issues of Information Today & Tomorrow. There were many heated >arguments on Dr Lahiri's views. Prof E. Ram Reddy wrapped up the >whole discussion with a statement underlying the urgent need that >we all LIS professionals should do something concrete to improve >the situation. > >Even after five decades of attaining Independence and after >spending hundreds of crores on variety of LIS networks in India, we >do not have proper mechanism in place to find out from a single >window where a particular book/journal/information is available in >which Indian library. If we can't provide this basic service, does it >bring any glory to our profession among the public? The >infrastructure has failed us. Its high time for the LIS professionals to >turn proactive and reach out the public and meet their information >requirements in alternative ways. > >I think it is high time for LIS professionals to offer a FREE >reference service where any member of the public would be >welcome to post his problem/query and he would receive reply from >Indian librarians. To do this effectively, we need to ensure >participation of all university librarians, all Heads of Departments of >LIS (or any faculty member of DLISs specialising in reference >service) and librarians of State Central Libraries/District Central >Libraries throughout India. I think that LIS-FORUM may consider >expanding its mandate to provide this type of service. There is no >point in limiting ourselves to just LIS issues/concerns. What could >more sacred and professional that meeting the information >requirement of a needy user? Alternatively, we can start a national >level "ASK YOUR LIBRARIAN" internet-based reference service. > >Suppose a reader walks into our library and requests for a >document/book/journal. If it is not available in our library, are we in a >position to tell him within 24 hours at least where it is available in >another Indian library? If we have a service like ASK >YOURLIBRARIAN, the user would just post the query/problem he is >facing and he would receive replies from all the libraries which have >that document. ASK YOUR LIBRARIAN can also provide >community information services at the national level. If a member of >public has some query relating to his day to day life >(education/health/employment/agriculture, etc.,), he would just post >his query to ASK YOUR LIBRARIAN and the librarians having that >information would reply to that query immediately. This single >window service would automatically solve the problem of the user: >whom should I contact for this information? > >I look forward to reactions from all members of the LIS-Forum. We >shoud take up strategic initiatives in this area to redeem our >professional glory. > >Regards >T.V. Prafulla Chandra >Senior Editor > > >-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------- > NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. > (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) > S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 > Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 > WWW.NISC.COM > A company in service to NISC worldwide. >-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------- > >_______________________________________________ >LIS-Forum mailing list >LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in >http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum ------- End of forwarded message ------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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RE: [LIS-Forum] food processing related info.
by Mailing List Manager 14 Oct '03

14 Oct '03

Date: Tue, 14 Oct 2003 13:57:45 +0530 From: "Natarajan, Charumathy" <charu(a)ti.com> Hi, Why don't you check the following url for your need? http://www.sspindia.com Regards, Charumathy, Librarian Texas Instruments India Golf View Homes, Wind Tunnel Road Bangalore 560017 -----Original Message----- From: Mailing List Manager [mailto:mailman@ncsi.iisc.ernet.in] Sent: Monday, October 13, 2003 4:33 PM To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Subject: [LIS-Forum] food processing related info.

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impact factor
by Mailing List Manager 14 Oct '03

14 Oct '03

Date: Mon, 13 Oct 2003 18:03:06 +0530 From: Shivendra Singh <shivendra(a)niper.ac.in> Dear Sir/colleagues, I would like to know the impact factor of following journals for the = year of 2002. I would appreciate if someone can send me. Thanks and Regards, Shivendra Singh Electronic Information Retrieval System National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Sector-67, SAS Nagar (Mohali) - 160062 Phone: 9815526163 http://sshivendra.tripod.com

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internet library for librarians
by Mailing List Manager 14 Oct '03

14 Oct '03

Date: Mon, 13 Oct 2003 16:41:06 +0530 From: ramshirish mamidala <ramshirish(a)hotmail.com> Respected all, Here is an interesting website about library science resources. Here we will find internet resources related to our profession. It provides more than 3000 resources. http://www.itcompany.com/inforetriever/ regrards M.RAMSHIRISH,( ADIS Student) Documentation Research and Training Center, Indian Statistical Institute, 8th Mile, Mysore Road, R.V.College PO, Bangalore 560 059 phone:080-8483975 (Hostel) 8483002 Ext:495(ABC Lab) email:ramshirish@hotmail.com ram(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in

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Free HTML editor
by Mailing List Manager 14 Oct '03

14 Oct '03

Date: Mon, 13 Oct 2003 07:01:08 -0700 (PDT) From: Biswanath Dutta <dutta_d2001(a)yahoo.com> Dear friends, AceHTML, experience this powerful free HTML editor which comes fully-packed with outstanding features. Although completely free, its collection of solid tools helps novices and professional webmasters build websites with speed, ease and convenience. AceHTML 6 Key Features 1. HTML Syntax Checker 2. International Alphabet Support 3. Windows XP Compatibility 4. Code Explorer 5. 175 predefined DHTML and JavaScript codes 6. Powerful Style Sheet Editor HTML editors are our bread and butter, but AceHTML gave us cake! So to download go, http://freeware.acehtml.com/ With Regards Biswanath Dutta Librarian The Institute for Technology and Management Hulimavu, Behind Meenakshi Temple Baneerghatta Road Bangalore- 560076 e-mail: dutta_d2001(a)yahoo.com Hello: (080)-6585737

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Re: [Re: NPA's of Emerging Markets -More Info (fwd)
by Mailing List Manager 14 Oct '03

14 Oct '03

Date: Mon, 13 Oct 2003 17:26:41 +0530 From: prafulla(a)nisc.co.in Dear Madam: The IMF website has World Economic Outlook document available freely. It is a lengthy document with many statistical tables. http://www.imf.org/external/pubs/ft/weo/2003/02/index.htm There's another document titled Financial Soundness Indicators available freely at: http://www.imf.org/external/np/sta/fsi/eng/2003/051403bp.pdf My knowledge of Economics is zero. May be if someone with Economics background researches these documents, he may get hold of the data you are searching. Thanks T.V. Prafulla Chandra Date sent: Mon, 13 Oct 2003 14:13:31 +0530 (IST) From: Mailing List Manager <mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Subject: [LIS-Forum] Re: NPA's of Emerging Markets > > Date: Mon, 13 Oct 2003 06:37:28 +0100 (BST) > From: Anagha Agharkar <anaghaagharkar(a)yahoo.co.in> > > Hello, > I need the Non Performing Loans (also called Non > Performing Assets) for various emerging makerts > such as China, Brazil, Thailand, Indonesia, Mexico, > Malaysia etc. for the past 10 years. > > Can anyone tell me where to source this information > from? Is there any publication which covers this > information? > > Thanks and best regards, > Anagha Agharkar > Librarian > ICICI Securities Ltd. > 41/44 Minoo Desai Marg, > Colaba, Mumbai - 5 > > _______________________________________________ > LIS-Forum mailing list > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Ask Your Librarian service
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 14 Oct '03

14 Oct '03

Dear Friends: It is rather sad that one of our professional colleagues Shri M Vijayakumar should repeatedly request for a simple piece of information: definition of 'research library' according to ALA Glossary of LIS. Even after four days from the date of request, we have failed to meet this request. I am sure that this book would be available in several Indian university libraries. Had Indian university librarians participated actively in the LIS-Forum, we would not have faced this situation. All this reminds me of Dr Lahiri's anguish on lack of professionalism and standards which he expressed so eloquently in one of the last issues of Information Today & Tomorrow. There were many heated arguments on Dr Lahiri's views. Prof E. Ram Reddy wrapped up the whole discussion with a statement underlying the urgent need that we all LIS professionals should do something concrete to improve the situation. Even after five decades of attaining Independence and after spending hundreds of crores on variety of LIS networks in India, we do not have proper mechanism in place to find out from a single window where a particular book/journal/information is available in which Indian library. If we can't provide this basic service, does it bring any glory to our profession among the public? The infrastructure has failed us. Its high time for the LIS professionals to turn proactive and reach out the public and meet their information requirements in alternative ways. I think it is high time for LIS professionals to offer a FREE reference service where any member of the public would be welcome to post his problem/query and he would receive reply from Indian librarians. To do this effectively, we need to ensure participation of all university librarians, all Heads of Departments of LIS (or any faculty member of DLISs specialising in reference service) and librarians of State Central Libraries/District Central Libraries throughout India. I think that LIS-FORUM may consider expanding its mandate to provide this type of service. There is no point in limiting ourselves to just LIS issues/concerns. What could more sacred and professional that meeting the information requirement of a needy user? Alternatively, we can start a national level "ASK YOUR LIBRARIAN" internet-based reference service. Suppose a reader walks into our library and requests for a document/book/journal. If it is not available in our library, are we in a position to tell him within 24 hours at least where it is available in another Indian library? If we have a service like ASK YOURLIBRARIAN, the user would just post the query/problem he is facing and he would receive replies from all the libraries which have that document. ASK YOUR LIBRARIAN can also provide community information services at the national level. If a member of public has some query relating to his day to day life (education/health/employment/agriculture, etc.,), he would just post his query to ASK YOUR LIBRARIAN and the librarians having that information would reply to that query immediately. This single window service would automatically solve the problem of the user: whom should I contact for this information? I look forward to reactions from all members of the LIS-Forum. We shoud take up strategic initiatives in this area to redeem our professional glory. Regards T.V. Prafulla Chandra Senior Editor --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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RLG's Union Catalog Available on the Open Web
by Madhuresh 14 Oct '03

14 Oct '03

Dear Friends, I would like to share the following information with all of you. Research Libraries Group (RLG, http://www.rlg.org) builder of one of the world's largest union catalogs of merged library holdings, has opened a Web-based version of its file to all users of the Web, called as RedLightGreen (http://www.redlightgreen.com) The union catalog contains bibliographic records of holdings from all RLG's 160 member libraries, some of them among the largest. Currently, the collection of records from libraries, archives, and museums includes over 130 million holdings for some 42 million titles. RLG expects to make the file available to the public free through most of 2004, while it develops and implements a business model. Created over the course of 23 years, the massive union catalog covers books, serials, maps, films, recordings, archives, manuscripts, computer files, and more, from 300 countries in over 370 languages. RedLightGreen went live on Sept. 22. Records connect to library holdings and even supply local call numbers. RLG began the project of bringing the catalog to the Web in 2002 using an Andrew W. Mellon Foundation grant. Besides serving to locate valuable resources and verify citations, RedLightGreen also provides links beyond those of traditional catalogs and can even output citations in different standard bibliographic formats, i.e., APA, MLA, Turabian, and Chicago. Users can also e-mail results, purchase books or CD-ROMs, locate the nearest library owning the title, and even find online versions in some cases. Regards. Madhuresh Singhal Aurigene Discovery Technologies Limited, Electronic City, phase II, Hosur Road, Bangalore 562 158 Phone 8521314-16 Ext.- 422 Mobile: 98861 82822 Fax 852 6285 E-mail: madhureshsinghal(a)yahoo.com http://nettalk2.tripod.com/

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food processing related info.
by Mailing List Manager 13 Oct '03

13 Oct '03

Date: Mon, 13 Oct 2003 16:09:40 +0530 From: j sharma <jsharma(a)niilm.com> Dear Colleagues I am looking for information on following topics. I shall be thankful if any one of you could help me in locating or by sending the material. 1. Food processing industry in India 2. Need of food processing education in India 3. Human resources requirement in food processing industry 4. Marketing strategies for food processing industry Regards Jitender Sharma Librarian NIILM UNIVERSITY B-II/66, MCIE, Sher Shah Suri Marg Badarpur, New Delhi - 110044 Tel: 91-011-26941529/39, 26973143 (Dir.) Fax: 91-011-26948212 E-mail: jsharma(a)niilm.com, jitendersharma(a)hotmail.com

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Fwd: Re: an important document for librarians
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 13 Oct '03

13 Oct '03

--- ALAN HOPKINSON <A.Hopkinson(a)mdx.ac.uk> wrote: > Date: Mon, 13 Oct 2003 10:44:28 +0000 (GMT) > From: ALAN HOPKINSON <A.Hopkinson(a)mdx.ac.uk> > Subject: Re: an important document for librarians > To: "Prof. N. Laxman Rao." <naglaxman(a)yahoo.com> > > Dear Professor Laxman > > Thank you for your seasonal greetings. Also thank you for > the useful > websites. > > I have found a very useful e-booklet on metadata which > you and your > colleagues must surely find very useful. It is on the > American NISO > website (they develop the standards for US library > sector). > > The URL is at > > http://www.niso.org/news/Metadata_simpler.pdf > > Best wishes > > Alan Hopkinson > > > ================================================================= > Alan Hopkinson Email:a.hopkinson@mdx.ac.uk > Head of Library Systems Phone: 0208 411 5238 > Middlesex University FAX : 0208 411 5163 > Bounds Green Road Mobile: 07765 > 230260 > LONDON N11 2NQ > ===== Prof.N.LAXMAN RAO, Dept.of Library & Information Science, Osmania University, HYDERABAD- 500 007 (INDIA) President, Indian Association of Teachers in Library and Information Science (IATLIS). Ph:+91-40-27171565 (res): +91-40- 27682290 (off) e:mail-- naglaxman(a)yahoo.com OR naglaxman(a)indiatimes.com ________________________________________________________________________ Want to chat instantly with your online friends? Get the FREE Yahoo! Messenger http://mail.messenger.yahoo.co.uk

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rsearch library definition
by Mailing List Manager 13 Oct '03

13 Oct '03

Date: Fri, 10 Oct 2003 17:50:41 +0100 (BST) From: vijaya kumara <vijayakumar71(a)yahoo.co.in> Dear professionals, Can any one of you tell me the definition of the research library as per the ALA Glossary of Library and Information Science. It would be most helpfull for my research. waiting for your kind help Vijayakumar M ***************************************************************** Vijayakumar M, Learning Resource Centre, Beams International Education Institute, P O Box 31199, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Phone : 00971-4-3342929 Mobile : 00971-50-4734077 Fax : 00971-4-3342922 email :vijayakumar71@yahoo.co.in Website: http://www20.brinkster.com/vinija/ Yahoo! India Matrimony: Find your partner online. Post your profile.

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books on UK Pension
by Mailing List Manager 13 Oct '03

13 Oct '03

Date: Mon, 13 Oct 2003 12:09:28 +0530 From: Saroj Karle <saroj.karle(a)patni.com> Hello, Id like to know from where I can get these books in India. I tried with many of the book suppliers in Mumbai. Kindly let me know ASAP. 1. Simple Guide to Pensions by John Claxton ISBN 1857038010 2. Allied Dubar Pensions Handbook by Anthony Reardon ISBN 0273654926 3. Pensions (Good Practise) by Andrew Serimshaw 4. Pensions Kit by Nicola Mitchell 5. Pensions Simplified by Harvey Andrew & Baterman Richard ISBN 1852523271 6. Take Control of Your Pension Action by Jonquil Lowe ISBN 0852029276 Thanks & Regards Saroj Karle Library Patni Computer Systems Ltd, Electronic Sadan III, TTC Industrial Area, Mahape Village, Navi Mumbai 400 701 Tel: 27611090; 27622651 Extn: 1274 Fax: 761 9602 Email: library.ttc(a)patni.com

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Re: NPA's of Emerging Markets
by Mailing List Manager 13 Oct '03

13 Oct '03

Date: Mon, 13 Oct 2003 06:37:28 +0100 (BST) From: Anagha Agharkar <anaghaagharkar(a)yahoo.co.in> Hello, I need the Non Performing Loans (also called Non Performing Assets) for various emerging makerts such as China, Brazil, Thailand, Indonesia, Mexico, Malaysia etc. for the past 10 years. Can anyone tell me where to source this information from? Is there any publication which covers this information? Thanks and best regards, Anagha Agharkar Librarian ICICI Securities Ltd. 41/44 Minoo Desai Marg, Colaba, Mumbai - 5

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JCDL-2004-Call for Papers
by Shalini Urs 13 Oct '03

13 Oct '03

Call for Papers: JCDL 2004 ========================== Joint Conference on Digital Libraries (JCDL) 2004 Global Reach and Diverse Impact June 7-11, 2004 Tucson, Arizona, USA http://www.jcdl2004.org/ Jointly sponsored by Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) Special Interest Group on Information Retrieval (SIGIR) Special Interest Group on Hypertext, Hypermedia, and the Web (ACM SIGWEB) and IEEE Computer Society Technical Committee on Digital Libraries (TCDL) In cooperation with The American Society for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T) Coalition for Networked Information DELOS Network of Excellence on Digital Libraries The Joint Conference on Digital Libraries is a major international forum focusing on digital libraries and associated technical, practical, and social issues. JCDL encompasses the many meanings of the term "digital libraries," including (but not limited to) new forms of information institutions; operational information systems with all manner of digital content; new means of selecting, collecting, organizing, and distributing digital content; digital preservation and archiving; and theoretical models of information media, including document genres and electronic publishing. The intended community for this conference includes those interested in aspects of digital libraries such as infrastructure; institutions; metadata; content; services; digital preservation; system design; implementation; interface design; human- computer interaction; performance evaluation; usability evaluation; collection development; intellectual property; privacy; electronic publishing; document genres; multimedia; social, institutional, and policy issues; user communities; and associated theoretical topics. Participation is sought from all parts of the world and from the full range of disciplines and professions involved in digital library research and practice, including computer science, electrical engineering, information science, information systems, librarianship, archival science and practice, museum studies and practices, technology, education, medicine, intelligence analysis, social sciences, and humanities. All domains - academia, government, industry, and others - are encouraged to participate as presenters or attendees. CONFERENCE THEME: GLOBAL REACH AND DIVERSE IMPACT In addition to the listed digital library research topics, JCDL 2004 encourages submission of papers that illustrate digital library's global reach and diverse impact. Examples include (but are not limited to): major national or cross-regional digital library projects; case studies exemplifying successful international collaboration and impact; innovative cultural preservation and dissemination projects aimed at preserving unique and indigenous knowledge; the development and use of digital library technologies for national (and international) security; digital library research for intelligence and security informatics; digital library techniques, content, and services based on cyberinfrastructure; digital library research for enhancing e-learning and education; and other novel and high- impact digital library projects. IMPORTANT DATES --------------- January 15, 2004: Full papers, panel, and tutorial proposals due February 10, 2004: Short papers, posters, proposals for workshops and demonstrations due March 31, 2004: Final submissions due PAPER SUBMISSION ---------------- Full and short papers will be included in the conference proceedings and will be presented at the conference. Papers must be in English with a limit of 10 pages (approximately 5000 words) for full papers and 2 pages for short papers. All papers must be original contributions (i.e., not have been previously published or currently under review for publication elsewhere). All contributions are to be submitted in electronic form via the JCDL conference web site, following ACM format guidelines and using the template provided (http://www.acm.org/sigs/pubs/proceed/template.html) Preferred submission formats are PDF or Microsoft Word. The conference will award the Vannevar Bush Award to the best full paper. PANELS, POSTERS, AND DEMONSTRATIONS ----------------------------------- Panels and posters provide opportunities to present work-in-progress, late- breaking results, or other efforts that would benefit from discussion with the community. Successful panel proposals should involve a controversial or emerging topic and articulate and entertaining panelists. Panel proposals must consist of a title, a 1-page extended abstract explaining the topic and goals of the session along with a list of titles of individual presentations and/or viewpoints and contact information for the organizer, moderator, and panelists. Posters permit presentation of late-breaking results in an informal, interactive manner. Poster proposals should consist of a title, a 1-page extended abstract, and contact information for the authors. Accepted posters will be displayed at the conference and may include additional materials, space permitting. Abstracts of panels and posters will appear in the proceedings. Demonstrations will allow attendees to have first-hand views of innovative digital libraries technology and applications and to talk informally with system developers and researchers. Demonstration proposals should consist of a title, a 1-page extended abstract, and contact information for the authors. Abstracts of demonstrations will appear in the proceedings. All contributions are to be submitted in electronic form via the JCDL conference web site. TUTORIALS AND WORKSHOPS ----------------------- Proposals for tutorials and workshops are also solicited. Tutorials are intended to present a single topic in detail over either a half-day or a full day. Tutorial proposals should include: a tutorial title; an abstract (1-2 paragraphs, to be used in conference programs); a description or topical outline of tutorial (1-2 paragraphs, to be used for evaluation); duration (half- or full-day); expected number of participants; target audience, including level of experience (introductory, intermediate, advanced); learning objectives; a brief biographical sketch of the presenter(s); and contact information for the presenter(s). Tutorial proposals should be emailed directly to the tutorial chair. For further information please contact the tutorial chair. Workshops are intended to draw together communities of interest in a new or emerging issue and provide a forum for discussion and exploration. Submissions should include: a workshop title and short description; a statement of objectives for the workshop; a topical outline for the workshop; identification of the expected audience; a description of the planned format, duration (half- or full- day), and expected number of attendees; information about how the attendees will be identified, notified of the workshop, and, if necessary, selected from among applicants; as well as contact and biographical information about the organizers. Finally, if a workshop has been held previously, information about the earlier sessions should be provided -- dates, locations, outcomes, attendance, etc. Workshop proposals should be emailed directly to the workshop chair. For further information please contact the workshop chair. CONFERENCE LOCATION ------------------- JCDL 2004 will be held in Tucson, Arizona on June 7-11, 2003. Warmed by an abundance of desert sunshine, the meeting will be held in a rejuvenating resort environment inspired by the beauty of its pristine natural surroundings. Home to an amazing variety of birds, plants and wildlife, Tucson is an ideal choice for nature lovers, families, or those simply seeking a serene escape from daily pressures. It also is an inspiring setting for productive professional meetings. Outdoor enthusiasts may enjoy horseback riding, hiking, biking, birding and swimming, plus golf nearby. Weather in early June in Tucson is warm, but comfortable and pleasant. The Hilton El Conquistado will be the JCDL 2004 conference hotel. It is a 4-Star, 4-Diamond resort nested at the base of the Catalina Mountains. It features 428 newly renovated guest rooms with upscale southwestern décor and private balconies with gorgeous mountain views. There are additional 90 rooms (also Hilton) available nearby for overflow guests. This hotel has a spacious, open lobby that is perfect for networking. Many activities including horseback riding, jeep tours, and bicycle rentals, are available on site. ORGANIZING COMMITTEE -------------------- General Co-Chairs: Hsinchun Chen, University of Arizona, hchen(a)eller.arizona.edu Howard Wactlar, Carnegie Mellon University, wactlar(a)cmu.edu Ching-chih Chen, Simmons College, chingchih.chen(a)simmons.edu Program Co-Chairs: Mike Christel, Carnegie Mellon University, christel(a)cs.cmu.edu Ee-Peng Lim, Nanyang Technological University, aseplim(a)ntu.edu.sg Treasurer: Daniel Zeng, University of Arizona, zeng(a)eller.arizona.edu Tutorial Chair: Schubert Foo, Nanyang Technological University, assfoo(a)ntu.edu.sg Workshop Chair: Hsueh-hua Chen, National Taiwan University, sherry(a)ccms.ntu.edu.tw Panel Chair: Lee Giles, Pennsylvania State University, giles(a)ist.psu.edu Poster and Demo Chair: Christopher Yang, Chinese University of Hong Kong, yang(a)se.cuhk.edu.hk Publicity Co-Chairs: Stuart Weibel, OCLC, weibel(a)oclc.org Su-shing Chen, University of Florida, suchen(a)cise.ufl.edu Shalini Urs, University of Mysore, shalini(a)vidyanidhi.org.in Mohan Tanniru, University of Arizona, mtanniru(a)eller.arizona.edu Sponsorship Co-Chairs: Kurt Fenstermacher, University of Arizona, kurtf(a)eller.arizona.edu Edward A. Fox, Virginia Institute of Technology, fox(a)vt.edu Local Arrangement Co-Chairs: Kathy Larson, University of Arizona, larsonca(a)u.library.arizona.edu Jeanett McCray, University of Arizona, mccray(a)ahsl.arizona.edu Student Volunteer Coordinator: Byron Marshall, University of Arizona, byronm(a)eller.arizona.edu PROGRAM COMMITTEE ----------------- Ghaleb Abdulla, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Robert M. Akscyn, Knowledge Systems Robert B. Allen, University of Maryland William Arms, Cornell University Thomas Baker, Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, Germany Nicholas J. Belkin, Rutgers University Ann Blandford, University College of London, UK José Luis Borbinha, National Library of Portugal Christine Borgman, University of California, Los Angeles Donatella Castelli, Italian National Research Council, Italy Chao-chen Chen, National Taiwan Normal University, Taiwan Zhaoneng Chen, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China Key-Sun Choi, KAIST, Korea Gobinda Chowdhury, University of Strathclyde, UK Beth Davis-Brown, Library of Congress Susan Dumais, Microsoft Schubert Foo, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Edward A. Fox, Virginia Tech Amy Friedlander, Council on Library and Information Resources Norbert Fuhr, University of Dortmund, Germany Dave Fulker, University Corporation for Atmospheric Research Richard Furuta, Texas A&M University C. Lee Giles, Penn State University Geneva Henry, Rice University William Hersh, Oregon Health & Science University Sally Howe, National Coordination Office for Information Technology R&D, USA Jieh Hsiang, National Taiwan University, Taiwan Judith Klavans, Columbia University Traugott Koch, Netlab, Lund University, Sweden Don Kraft, Louisiana State University Carl Lagoze, Cornell University Ray Larson, University of California, Berkeley John Leggett, Texas A&M University David Levy, University of Washington Clifford Lynch, Coalition for Networked Information Gary Marchionini, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill Cathy Marshall, Microsoft Corporation Alexa T. McCray, National Library of Medicine, USA Kathleen McKeown, Columbia University Cliff McKnight, Loughborough University, UK Reagan Moore, San Diego Supercomputing Center Sung Hyun Myaeng, Information & Communications University (ICU), Korea Michael L. Nelson, Old Dominion University Erich Neuhold, Fraunhofer-IPSI, Germany Liddy Nevile, La Trobe University, Australia Craig Nevill-Manning, Google Mike Papazoglou, Tilburg University, The Netherlands T.B. Rajashekar, Indian Institute of Science, India Edie Rasmussen, University of British Columbia Andreas Rauber, Vienna University of Technology, Austria Joyce Ray, Institute of Museum and Library Services Allen Renear, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Alfredo Sanchez, Universidad de las Americas-Puebla, Mexico Frank M. Shipman, Texas A&M University Ingeborg Sølvberg, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway Shigeo Sugimoto, University of Tsukuba, Japan Tamara Sumner, University of Colorado Costantino Thanos, CNR-ISTI, Italy Shalini Urs, University of Mysore, India Herbert Van de Sompel, Los Alamos National Laboratory Nancy Van House, University of California, Berkeley Stuart Weibel, OCLC Office of Research Rebecca Wesley, Stanford University Ian Witten, University of Waikato, New Zealand Jianzhong Wu, Shanghai Library, China Jerome Yen, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR Lizhu Zhou, Tsinghua University, China ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Shalini ------------- Prof.Shalini R.Urs Project Director Vidyanidhi-Indian Digital Library of Electronic Theses Department of library and Information Science University of Mysore Manasagangotri Mysore.570006. India Ph:91-821-2514699 Fax:91-821-2519209 Website:http://www.vidyanidhi.org.in

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internet library for librarians
by ramshirish mamidala 12 Oct '03

12 Oct '03

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Fwd: Governor General of Canada Merit Award
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 12 Oct '03

12 Oct '03

Dear Professional friends, One of our fellow professionals Dr Venkateshwerlu (native of Tenali, andhra Pradesh) working at University of Windsor, got the Governor General of Canada Award for his contributions and distinguished service both with in and outside Canada. It is a matter of pride to all Indian professionals. On behalf of the professionals from India, I congratulate Dr.Venkateshwerlu for his achievements. He had sponsored and managing a orphanage in Tenali for last two decades. Dr.Venkateshwerlu garu -- We are proud of u. We wish u many such awards and achievements. LAXMAN RAO Subject: Governor General of Canada Merit Award Date: Sat, 11 Oct 2003 18:04:47 -0400 > --------------------------------- Dear friends: I thought of sharing the news with friends who have known me and associated with me for many years. The Government of Canada has accorded me the national honour in the form of Governor General of Canada Merit Award.The award giving ceremony takes place in Ottawa in November. The award recognises the contributions I have made over the years both within Canada and abroad. Thank you. T.Venkateswarlu University of Windsor Windsor, Ontario N9B 3P4 Canada ===== Prof.N.LAXMAN RAO, Dept.of Library & Information Science, Osmania University, HYDERABAD- 500 007 (INDIA) President, Indian Association of Teachers in Library and Information Science (IATLIS). Ph:+91-40-27171565 (res): +91-40- 27682290 (off) e:mail-- naglaxman(a)yahoo.com OR naglaxman(a)indiatimes.com ________________________________________________________________________ Want to chat instantly with your online friends? Get the FREE Yahoo! Messenger http://mail.messenger.yahoo.co.uk

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locate the following book in any library or book vendors
by Mailing List Manager 10 Oct '03

10 Oct '03

Date: Thu, 9 Oct 2003 11:32:27 +0100 (BST) From: vijaya kumara <vijayakumar71(a)yahoo.co.in> Dear Professionals, Kindly help me to locate the following book in any library or book vendors to purchae or reffer in the library itself. Developing an IT strategy for your library / by Alec Gallimore. London: Library Assoc. Pub., 1997 - ISBN: 1856042618 waiting for your kind reply Vijayakumar M Vijayakumar M, Learning Resource Centre, Beams International Education Institute, P O Box 31199, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Phone : 00971-4-3342929 Mobile : 00971-50-4734077 Fax : 00971-4-3342922 email :vijayakumar71@yahoo.co.in Website: http://www20.brinkster.com/vinija/

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definition of the research library as per the ALA Glossary of Library and Information Science.
by vijaya kumara 09 Oct '03

09 Oct '03

Dear professionals, Can any one of you tell me the definition of the research library as per the ALA Glossary of Library and Information Science. It would be most helpfull for my research. waiting for your kind help Vijayakumar M ***************************************************************** Vijayakumar M, Learning Resource Centre, Beams International Education Institute, P O Box 31199, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Phone : 00971-4-3342929 Mobile : 00971-50-4734077 Fax : 00971-4-3342922 email :vijayakumar71@yahoo.co.in Website: http://www20.brinkster.com/vinija/ Yahoo! India Matrimony: Find your partner online.Post your profile.

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Required Directory of Top 10 USA MIS colleges
by Mailing List Manager 08 Oct '03

08 Oct '03

Date: Wed, 08 Oct 2003 15:27:42 +0530 From: A. B. Naikal <naikal(a)mahindrabt.com> Dear Professionals colleagues, Please let me know some online resources or directory to find out information about following matter. Ranking of colleges offering MIS( Management in information systems) course. (top 50 colleges in USA) With thanks and regards Naikal *********************************** Appasaheb Naikal Mahindra-British Telecom Ltd Oberoi Estate Gardens Wing-1, Near Chandivali Studio Andhri-East, Mumbai-400072 Tel: 91-22-5679 2000 Ext. 7438 Cell: 9820524320

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FREE ACCESS TO MIDDLE EASTERN & CENTRAL ASIAN STUDIES DATABASE
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 08 Oct '03

08 Oct '03

<color><param>0100,0100,0100</param><smaller><smaller>Dear Professional Colleagues: Heres a news item from NISC of potential interest to librarians and information specialists. ________________________________________________________________________ NISC is offering FREE access to the <bold>Middle Eastern & Central Asian Studies Database containing 3 lakh plus citations</bold> for the entire month of October 2003. Kindly bring this information to the notice of your faculty, researchers and students. To register, please visit NISCs website at www.nisc.com and click on the MECAS link located at the top of the home page. <bold>About the database: </bold>MECAS is a systematic, and non-evaluative bibliographic index of research, policy, and scholarly discourse on the countries and peoples of the Middle East, Central Asia and North Africa. Over 12,000 records of recently published & "grey" literature are added annually. Coverage includes the following fields: <paraindent><param>out</param><FontFamily><param>Symbol</param>· <FontFamily><param>Arial</param>political affairs & law </paraindent> <paraindent><param>out</param><FontFamily><param>Symbol</param>· <FontFamily><param>Arial</param>international relations </paraindent> <paraindent><param>out</param><FontFamily><param>Symbol</param>· <FontFamily><param>Arial</param>economic affairs: business & industry </paraindent> <paraindent><param>out</param><FontFamily><param>Symbol</param>· <FontFamily><param>Arial</param>cultural heritage, arts & humanities </paraindent> <paraindent><param>out</param><FontFamily><param>Symbol</param>· <FontFamily><param>Arial</param>society & social welfare </paraindent> <paraindent><param>out</param><FontFamily><param>Symbol</param>· <FontFamily><param>Arial</param>ethnic diversity & anthropology </paraindent> <paraindent><param>out</param><FontFamily><param>Symbol</param>· <FontFamily><param>Arial</param>significant religious events & movements </paraindent> <paraindent><param>out</param><FontFamily><param>Symbol</param>· <FontFamily><param>Arial</param>recent history (1900 - present) & archaeology</paraindent> Hundreds of links to freely available and indexed full-text articles and documents on the web are now available. __________________________________________________________________________ Thank you Sincerely T.V. Prafulla Chandra Senior Editor<FontFamily><param>Times New Roman</param> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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RE: [LIS-Forum] Need Information regarding RFID.
by VYASAMOORTHY /IKP/HYD 08 Oct '03

08 Oct '03

Dear Mr Babu, As far as I know, University of Hyderabad has a package VTLS [supplied by VTLS Software P Limited, B219 Sector 26, Noida, 201301 (UP)Phone: (91)(118) 2454 4235email: vtls(a)vsnl.net] capable of handling RFID tags for identifying/locating books. This technology has not been implemented. Dr Arora (now in IIT Delhi, sometimeback in IIT Bombay) was inquiring about RFID -- do not know if he has implemented anything. *Dr.P.Vyasamoorthy, Advisor, Virtual Information Centre *ICICI Knowledge Park, Turkapalli Village, Shameerpet Mandal, RR District, Hyderabad 500078 INDIA *Ph: +91(40) 2348 0053; Fax:+91(40) 2348 0007 Ph. Res: +91(40) 2784 6631 *Website: http://www.vic-ikp.info and http://www.iciciknowledgepark.com -----Original Message----- From: Rajendra Babu H [mailto:rajendra.babu@gistglobal.com] Sent: Wednesday, October 08, 2003 12:28 PM To: Subject: [LIS-Forum] Need Information regarding RFID. Importance: High Dear Professionals, I would like to know if any one of you are implemented/practicing RFID for circulation in your libraries, if so, please let me know as I am doing some study on RFID. Warm Regards, Babu. H Rajendra Babu Business Development Manager Southern Region Global Information System Technologies # 306, Level-3, Prestige Meridian-II, MG Road, Bangalore-01 Ph: +91-80-5595564 or 93 Mobile: 9845325542 fax: +91-80-5595564 E-mail: rajendra.babu(a)gistglobal.com WebSite: www.gistglobal.com _______________________________________________ LIS-Forum mailing list LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum

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Libraries: How they stack up
by Mailing List Manager 08 Oct '03

08 Oct '03

Date: Wed, 8 Oct 2003 11:45:03 +0530 From: Madhuresh <madhuresh_s(a)aurigene.com> Dear Friends, One out of every six people in the world is a registered library user. Five times more people visit U.S. public libraries each year than attend U.S. professional and college football, basketball, baseball and hockey games combined. Libraries hold 16 billion volumes worldwide-that's about 2.5 items for each person on earth. 1 million libraries worldwide. Total number of librarians worldwide: 690,000. If you are interested in above statistical data, this OCLC report - Libraries: How they stack up, is for you. This report provides a snapshot of the economic impact of libraries. The report contains some interesting comparisons of library economics and activities to other sectors, professions and destinations in the worldwide economy. To access the report, just follow the URL http://www5.oclc.org/downloads/community/librariesstackup.pdf Regards. Madhuresh Singhal Aurigene Discovery Technologies Limited, Electronic City, phase II, Hosur Road, Bangalore 562 158 Phone 8521314-16 Ext.- 422 Mobile: 98861 82822 E-mail: <mailto:madhureshsinghal@yahoo.com> madhureshsinghal(a)yahoo.com

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Need Information regarding RFID.
by Rajendra Babu H 08 Oct '03

08 Oct '03

Dear Professionals, I would like to know if any one of you are implemented/practicing RFID for circulation in your libraries, if so, please let me know as I am doing some study on RFID. Warm Regards, Babu. H Rajendra Babu Business Development Manager Southern Region Global Information System Technologies # 306, Level-3, Prestige Meridian-II, MG Road, Bangalore-01 Ph: +91-80-5595564 or 93 Mobile: 9845325542 fax: +91-80-5595564 E-mail: rajendra.babu(a)gistglobal.com WebSite: www.gistglobal.com

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Any digital libraries available in India
by ktrasu＠mypersonalemail.com 07 Oct '03

07 Oct '03

Dear Professionals, I would like to know any libraries are converted into digital library in India and what are the initiatives taken up till to-day. If anybody knows, let me reply sir, if reply I grateful to you sir. thanking you k.thangarasu KANDASAMY THANGARASU Senior Documentation Asst CENTRAL LEATHER RESEARCH INSITUTE Adyar, CHENNAI - 600 020, INDIA Phone: + 91 44 24911389,24911386 Ext 216 (O) + 91 44 22530118 (R) email: ktrasu(a)mypersonalemail.com url: www.geocities.com/ktrasu/Index.html Register YourName(a)MyPersonalEmail.com Today ! http://www.MyPersonalEmail.com Free Email for a Global Community.

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medIND is Already Open Access
by Sukhdev Singh 07 Oct '03

07 Oct '03

Dear Friends There were few email on Open Access. We at NIC have already put 20 Biomedical Journals On-line at http://medind.nic.in . The project is called medIND and is already under open access policy. There is no charge for users to access it, infact there is no user authentication as such. Two more journals would be added soon. Spread the message!!!. [It is different from the bibliographic, IndMED, http://indmed.nic.in] Regards Sukhdev Singh __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? The New Yahoo! Shopping - with improved product search http://shopping.yahoo.com

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A Vacancy
by Mailing List Manager 07 Oct '03

07 Oct '03

Date: Fri, 3 Oct 2003 09:33:46 +0530 From: manish mankad <Manish.Mankad(a)unilever.com> A suitable candidate is required as the INFORMATION SPECIALIST for the large Indian business house based at Mumbai.. The job focus will be on developing and nurturing the Information Centre having chemistry, chemical technology and engineering as its core theme areas. The centre will have a modern, state-of-the-art Information acquisition/dissemination facility comprising of internal and external data sources. The candidate should have atleast a Masters degree in Library and Information Science with basic degree in sciences. Proficiency in Information Technology will be a pre-requisite. The compensation package will be good enough to attract best talent. Kindly e-mail your CV, mentioning the current and expected salary to : mamankad(a)hotmail.com Regards. -Manish Mankad Information Executive Hindustan Lever Research Centre, BD Sawant Marg Andheri (E), Mumbai, 400 099 INDIA ext. 208/330 (022) 28276 208 28276 330

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Open Access
by Mailing List Manager 07 Oct '03

07 Oct '03

Date: 3 Oct 2003 05:16:15 -0000 From: afsar bukhari <bukhari_786(a)rediffmail.com> Dear Friends, It is the article that really matters not the journal Just read an interesting debate in Biomedcentral Open Access Forum regarding open access by Dr. Etienne Joly, an immunologist from Toulouse, France, who included a proposal for a new system of evaluating the impact of a scientific article and the use of such evaluation to determine the amount the author pays in publishing charges. Full correspondence is at the following site http://www.biomedcentral.com/openaccess/forum/?letter=20030722ej Happy reading Bukhari

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Open Access
by Mailing List Manager 07 Oct '03

07 Oct '03

Date: 3 Oct 2003 04:35:19 -0000 From: afsar bukhari <bukhari_786(a)rediffmail.com> Apologies for cross posting, if any, Wellcome support for open access! UK based charity Wellcome Trust has announced its support to fund authors for publishing in Open Access Journals. http://www.biomedcentral.com/news/20031001/03/ Has also released a report ^ÓAn Economic Analysis of Scientific Research Publishing^Ô http://www.wellcome.ac.uk/en/1/awtpubrepeas.html The US-based Howard Hughes Medical Institute has already agreed to provide its investigators with up to $3,000 each in 2004 to cover open-access dissemination fees. In its report, Wellcome calls on other funding bodies to adopt similar policies. ^ÓWith two pre-eminent funding bodies now offering significant support, and promising to cover publication charges, it is clear that open access publishing is set to become the way of the future." In a separate statement, the trust also pledged its support for online journals, such as those of the Public Library of Science (PLoS) Seems we are heading in the right direction! Happy reading Warm regards Bukhari

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Wellcome Trust statement on open access
by Mailing List Manager 07 Oct '03

07 Oct '03

Date: Wed, 1 Oct 2003 20:01:04 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Forwarding from the Wellcome Trust. This position statement is now online at the WT site, http://www.wellcome.ac.uk/en/1/awtvispolpub.html Arun [Subbiah Arunachalam] A position statement by the Wellcome Trust in support of open access publishing The mission of the Wellcome Trust is to "foster and promote research with the aim of improving human and animal health." The main output of this research is new ideas and knowledge, which the Trust expects its researchers to publish in quality, peer-reviewed journals. The Trust has a fundamental interest in ensuring that neither the terms struck with researchers, nor the marketing and distribution strategies used by publishers (whether commercial, not-for-profit or academic) adversely affect the availability and accessibility of this material. With recent advances in Internet publishing, the Trust is aware that there are a number of new models for the publication of research results and will encourage initiatives that broaden the range of opportunities for quality research to be widely disseminated and freely accessed. The Wellcome Trust therefore supports open and unrestricted access to the published output of research, including the open access model (defined below), as a fundamental part of its charitable mission and a public benefit to be encouraged wherever possible. Specifically, the Trust: · welcomes the establishment of free-access, high-quality scientific journals available via the Internet; · will encourage and support the formation of such journals and/or free-access repositories for research papers; · will meet the cost of publication charges including those for online-only journals for Trust-funded research by permitting Trust researchers to use contingency funds for this purpose; · encourages researchers to maximize the opportunities to make their results available for free and, where possible, retain their copyright, as recommended by the Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition (SPARC), the Public Library of Science, and similar frameworks; · affirms the principle that it is the intrinsic merit of the work, and not the title of the journal in which a researcher's work is published, that should be considered in funding decisions and awarding grants. As part of its corporate planning process, the Trust will continue to keep this policy under review. Definition of open access publication1 An open access publication is one that meets the following two conditions: 1. The author(s) and copyright holder(s) grant(s) to all users a free, irrevocable, worldwide, perpetual (for the lifetime of the applicable copyright) right of access to, and a licence to copy, use, distribute, perform and display the work publicly and to make and distribute derivative works in any digital medium for any reasonable purpose, subject to proper attribution of authorship2, as well as the right to make small numbers of printed copies for their personal use. 2. A complete version of the work and all supplemental materials, including a copy of the permission as stated above, in a suitable standard electronic format is deposited immediately upon initial publication in at least one online repository that is supported by an academic institution, scholarly society, government agency, or other well-established organization that seeks to enable open access, unrestricted distribution, interoperability, and long-term archiving (for the biomedical sciences, PubMed Central is such a repository). Notes: 1. An open access publication is a property of individual works, not necessarily of journals or of publishers. 2. Community standards, rather than copyright law, will continue to provide the mechanism for enforcement of proper attribution and responsible use of the published work, as they do now. The definition of open access publication used in this position statement is based on the definition arrived at by delegates who attended a meeting on open access publishing convened by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute in July 2003.

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The History of Media Librarianship: A Chronology
by Mailing List Manager 07 Oct '03

07 Oct '03

Date: Tue, 7 Oct 2003 12:23:28 +0530 (IST) From: Mailing List Manager <mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> From: madhav rao <madhavdkj_vsnp(a)yahoo.co.in> > Before media centers could be established, non-print > technological instructional aids had to be developed. > > Before libraries could be established, "books" had to > be written. > > But before books could be written man had to learn how > to write. > > Thus the beginnings of today's library media centers > must be traced back to the earliest beginnings of > writing more than 5,000 years ago.' > > -------Amy R. Loucks-DiMatteo The following is a chronology of the history of media > librarianship. Although the term "media" includes both > print and non-print materials, this history primarily > explores the development of non-print materials. > > See the URL for more!! > > http://www.sis.buffalo.edu/faculty/ellison/Syllabi/519Complete/readings/his… edialib.html > > Regards > A. Madhava Rao > Nexus Information Services Corporation > Secunderabad

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Library Automation/Technology Glossary
by Mailing List Manager 07 Oct '03

07 Oct '03

Date: Tue, 7 Oct 2003 12:19:53 +0530 (IST) From: Mailing List Manager <mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> Hello friends, i am sure u may be aware that one of the important website useful to the llibrarians is www.libraryhq.com u find very useful information in this website. for exmple the following thesaurus had been given in the same website. open the website and try to use it and get benefit. laxman rao Library Automation/Technology Glossary (http://www.libraryhq.com/glossary.html)

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Online Health Sites a Worldwide Worry
by Mailing List Manager 07 Oct '03

07 Oct '03

Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2003 12:56:21 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Friends: A number of people are using the net to find information on topics in which they are not experts. In fact I know of people who use this kind of searches on behalf of others and even charge fees for such 'data mining' sevices. One should be wary of such searches, indicates the following report from Australia. Sinclair, Jenny. "Online Health Sites a Worldwide Worry" The Sydney Morning Herald (16 September 2003) (http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2003/09/15/1063478109311.html) - A study by a Melbourne researcher -- who is also a nurse and a communications consultant -- concluded that most health-oriented websites "failed to meet basic standards." Many are "commercially driven," the study found, and others are downright misleading. The study reviewed the top 100 sites returned by a Yahoo! search for breast cancer, diabetes and depression, and compared them to the Health On the Net Foundation's code of conduct. The biggest failing was the amount of unverified information found on 58 of the sites. Other issues: "user confidentiality, openness about sponsorship and, importantly, making sure that users treat the information as complementary to proper medical treatment, rather than replacing it." The study did find that there was plenty of good information out there, and that it is generally a good idea for people to have unfettered access to online health information. Arun [Subbiah Arunachalam]

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PubMed Central backfile project (fwd)
by Library 07 Oct '03

07 Oct '03

Forwarded by Girija Srinivasan ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Raman Research Institute Library, Tel: +91 80 361 0122 C V Raman Avenue, Sadashivanagar, Fax: +91 80 361 0492 Bangalore 560 080, India. Email: library(a)rri.res.in ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Mon, 6 Oct 2003 14:14:22 -0700 From: george(a)LIBRARY.CALTECH.EDU Reply-To: Electronic Resources in Libraries <ERIL-L(a)LISTSERV.BINGHAMTON.EDU> To: ERIL-L(a)LISTSERV.BINGHAMTON.EDU Subject: [ERIL-L] PubMed Central backfile project PubMed Central (PMC) has initiated a major archival scanning project in conjunction with several participating publishers <http://pubmedcentral.com/about/scanning.html>. NLM is committed to providing cover-to-cover images of the journal issues, back through volume 1 of all participating titles. American Society for Microbiology (10 journals) and BMJ Publishing Group (BMJ and specialist journals; 21 titles) are the two largest publisher blocs. PNAS backfiles will apparently be created independently from the versions in JSTOR. PNAS is already the most heavily used title by Caltech from PMC, by more than an order of magnitude. With an additional 75 years of backfile becoming available, unfettered by IP-ranges or usernames & passwords, many grad students and faculty, working at home or on the road, will find PNAS via PMC to be an indispensable adjunct to their research. George S. Porter Sherman Fairchild Library of Engineering & Applied Science Caltech, 1-43 Pasadena, CA 91125-4300 Telephone (626) 395-3409 Fax (626) 431-2681

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Fwd: Re: On the Need to Take Both Roads to Open Access
by Subbiah Arunachalam 04 Oct '03

04 Oct '03

>From Stevan Harnad <harnad(a)ecs.soton.ac.uk>: > There will be an Open Access conference October > 20-22 in Berlin. Below > is a URL for the conference, followed by the > abstract of my own paper > (to be given in session 4.3): > > OPEN ACCESS TO KNOWLEDGE IN THE SCIENCES AND > HUMANITIES > (organized by the Max Planck Society in > association with ECHO) > > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/berlin1.htm > > http://www.zim.mpg.de/openaccess-berlin/index.htm > October 20 - 22, 2003, Berlin > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------- > My own paper will be entitled: > > On the Need to Support Both Open-Access > Strategies: > Open-Access Publishing (P) and Open-Access > Self-Archiving (S) > > Stevan Harnad > > ABSTRACT: It has taken a very long time for the > research community > to at last awaken to the importance of, the need > for, and the > attainability of toll-free online access to the > full text of all > peer-reviewed research articles for all > researchers ("open > access"). There are two roads to open access: > (P) Open-Access > Publishing and (S) Open-Access Self-Archiving. > It would be a great > pity, and a great loss for open-access and > research impact, if > today's long-overdue open-access initiatives > were now to be focused > exclusively, or even primarily, on Open-Access > Publishing (P), which > may be the easier concept to understand, but is > the slower, more > indirect and more uncertain of the two means of > attaining open access > today. Open-access publishing requires 3 steps: > > (P1) creating or converting 23,500 > open-access journals (there > are only 500 open-access journals today, and > 23,500 toll-access > journals), > > (P2) finding a means of covering open-access > publication costs > (varying from <$500 to >$1500 per article), > and > > (P3) persuading the authors of each of the > 2,500,000 refereed > research articles published annually to > publish them in these > 23,500 new open-access journals instead of > in the 23,500 > established toll-access journals. > > Open-access self-archiving requires only one > step: > > (S1) persuading the authors of each of the > annual 2,500,000 > refereed research articles to self-archive > them in addition to > publishing them in the established 23,500 > toll-access journals. > > As 55% of the established journals already > support self-archiving > (and many more will agree if asked), > > http://www.lboro.ac.uk/departments/ls/disresearch/romeo/Romeo%20Publisher%2… > > and as at least three times as many articles are > open-access today > because their authors have self-archived them > than because they > have been published in an open-access journal, > > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/dual-strategy.ppt > > it is undeniable that self-archiving is the > faster, more direct, > and more certain of the two means of attaining > open-access > today. Moreover, self-archiving is probably also > the single most > powerful means of hastening us all toward the > era of universal > open-access publishing! The optimal joint > open-access strategy that > the Berlin Declaration should accordingly > support and promote is > that all researchers should: > > (P) publish in an open-access journal today > wherever a suitable > open-access journal is available today; > > and > > (S) wherever a suitable open-access journal > is not available > today, publish in a toll-access journal but > also self-archive > the article in your institutional > open-access archive today. > > Fully support both open-access publishing (P) > and open-access > self-archiving (S). > > Harnad, S. (2003) Electronic Preprints and > Postprints. Encyclopedia of > Library and Information Science Marcel Dekker, Inc. > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/eprints.htm > > Harnad, S. (2003) Online Archives for Peer-Reviewed > Journal > Publications. International Encyclopedia of Library > and Information > Science. John Feather & Paul Sturges (eds). > Routledge. > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/archives.htm > > Harnad, S. (2003) Self-Archive Unto Others as Ye > Would Have Them > Self-Archive Unto You. > The Australian Higher Education Supplement. > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/unto-others.html > > Harnad, S., Carr, L., Brody, T. & Oppenheim, C. > (2003) Mandated online > RAE CVs Linked to University Eprint Archives: > Improving the UK Research Assessment Exercise whilst > making it cheaper > and easier. Ariadne. > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/Ariadne-RAE.htm > > Harnad, S. (2003) Maximising Research Impact Through > Self-Archiving. > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/Temp/che.htm > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > Stevan Harnad > Chaire de Recherche du Canada > Centre de Neuroscience de la Cognition (CNC) > Universite du Quebec a Montreal > Montreal, Quebec, Canada H3C 3P8 > tel: 1-514-987-3000 2461# > fax: 1-514-987-8952 > harnad(a)uqam.ca > http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/~harnad/ ________________________________________________________________________ Want to chat instantly with your online friends? Get the FREE Yahoo! Messenger http://mail.messenger.yahoo.co.uk

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Wellcome to fund publication in open-access journals
by Krishnan 03 Oct '03

03 Oct '03

>From NATURE (Oct 2nd issue) Wellcome to fund publication in open-access journals DECLAN BUTLER [PARIS] One of the world's largest research charities, the UK-based Wellcome Trust, has lent its support to calls for 'open access' to the scientific literature. A report to be released by Wellcome this week — An Economic Analysis of Scientific Research Publishing — says that the current system of thousands of subscription journals "does not operate in the interests of scientists and the public, but is instead dominated by a commercial market intent on improving its market position". In the report, the trust announces that it will allow scientists that it funds to use their grants to pay author charges required by open-access journals. In a separate statement, the trust also pledged its support for online journals, such as those of the Public Library of Science (PLoS), which will test alternatives to the 'reader pays' model of most research journals, which charge readers or libraries for subscriptions. Such open-access journals aim to transfer all publishing costs up front as a 'dissemination' fee paid by authors or their institutions, with papers then being made available free online. "As a funder of research, we are committed to ensuring that the results of the science we fund are disseminated widely and are freely available to all," says Mark Walport, director of the Wellcome Trust. "Unfortunately, the distribution strategies currently used by publishers prevent this." One of the obstacles to adoption of the alternative models may be scientists' reluctance or inability to pay dissemination fees — often around $1,500 — when they can publish for free in subscription journals. By endorsing the use of its research grants to pay such fees, the trust is supporting the idea that publication costs should generally be included as part of overheads on research spending. The US-based Howard Hughes Medical Institute has already agreed to provide its investigators with up to $3,000 each in 2004 to cover open-access dissemination fees. In its report, Wellcome calls on other funding bodies to adopt similar policies. "The fundamental point is that as a research funder we have to question whether it is right that we, and others, are in the position of having to pay to read the results of the research that we fund," says Walport. Dr. S. Krishnan Head, Information Division National Chemical Lab, PUNE 411008, INDIA e-mail: HYPERLINK "mailto:krish@ems.ncl.res.in"krish(a)ems.ncl.res.in HYPERLINK "http://www.ncl-india.org"http://www.ncl-india.org Tel: 020-5893457; Fax: 020-5893973 --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com) Version: 6.0.521 / Virus Database: 319 - Release Date: 9/23/2003

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FW: Industry TechLink - a New Service for Australian Small Busine ss
by Mailing List Manager 01 Oct '03

01 Oct '03

Date: Wed, 1 Oct 2003 09:34:16 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Looking for new technology? Need answers to technology questions? Industry TechLink is just what you need to become more efficient and profitable. What is Industry TechLink? Industry TechLink is a Free technology advice service for firms that are looking for ways to use new technology to improve their business. We can * answer your technology questions * find new technologies or machinery for you * suggest ways that resolve your manufacturing problems * help you to find the technology you need, or * assist you to get started. Our Consultants have extensive resources to solve your technology problems over the phone. We may even be able to send an Advisor to look at your problem, on site. In short, we can get you started when you don't know which way to turn. Industry TechLink is * Helpful * Informative * Resourceful * Government funded - privately run. Our service operates to Government standards of impartiality and confidentiality. We are not selling anything - just providing reliable, practical advice. We have helped * A Bed & Breakfast find a new, low cost reservations system * A shoe manufacturer setup a bill payment system * A construction firm stabilise concrete * A nursery set up a web site.... and many more. See if we can solve your technology enquiry. Call free-call 1800 111 485* and talk to one of our highly skilled consultants. For further information, please view our Brochure by visiting our website at http://www.industrytechlink.com.au/about.php <http://www.industrytechlink.com.au/about.php> Receive our informative newsletter Subscribe / Unsubscribe http://www.industrytechlink.com.au/subunsub.php <http://www.industrytechlink.com.au/subunsub.php> Neil Nyholm Project Director - Industry TechLink * Calls from mobiles are at mobile rates.

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Speech of President of India on LAUNCHING OF DIGITAL LIBRARY OF INDIA PORTAL
by Mailing List Manager 01 Oct '03

01 Oct '03

Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2003 15:42:52 -0400 From: Dr. Ramesh C. Gaur <rcgaur(a)tifr.res.in> Apologies for cross postings, if any; Hi! This is for your information please. Many thanks. Ramesh Ramesh C. Gaur, Ph.D --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Visiting Scholar (Fulbright Program) Virginia Tech Dept. of Computer Science 660 McBryde Hall, M/C 0106 Blacksburg, VA 24061 +1-540-231-3615 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Librarian(Scientific Officer "E") Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (Deemed University and National Centre of the Government of India) Homi Bhabha Road, Navy Nagar, Colaba, Mumbai-400 005 Phone: 022-22804545 Ext. 2230, Fax: 022-22804610, 22804611URL: www.tifr.res.in\~library E-mails: rcgaur(a)tifr.res.in, ramesh_c_gaur(a)hotmail.com LAUNCHING OF DIGITAL LIBRARY OF INDIA PORTAL Rashtrapati Bhavan, September 08, 2003 THE DYNAMICS OF DIGITAL LIBRARY -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I am indeed delighted to participate in this beautiful function and launch the Digital Library of India Portal. After hearing today's proceedings, I am convinced that India has taken the initiative at the right time, which will have economic and social impact. The Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), Pittsburgh and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore are partners in this mission. It is an important programme piloted by the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MCIT). My greetings to all of you. The mission of Digital Library is indeed bigger than all of us. Million books have to be digitized by 2005 in India. The programme is progressing in the right direction. When it is completed, it will be an important contribution by MCIT. I read an article on the proposal, a year back on Digital Library by Prof Raj Reddy and Prof N. Balakrishnan. I am now seeing the proposal becoming a reality. I was accustomed to launch of rockets and missiles. I am happy to launch this mission of Digital Library of India. My greetings to the team of CMU, IISc and all the participating institutions. Digital Library for everybody Last night I was preparing for this talk, in my Study in the computer, when my friend Prof Balakrishnan was sitting with me and discussing. I asked Prof Balki, " you see all around me books in my home library. Wherever I turn in any direction, all the books invite and tempt me to read. They are my friends. In such a situation, the Digital Library of India with its mission, will it be user friendly like my home library?" Prof Balakrishnan gave me a beautiful lecture to my question. The message what he gave was: (a) Digital library will not replace the home library nor should it be addressing people who can afford to have their own library. (b) Digital library gives equitable access, irrespective of place, caste, creed or colour or economic status. The mix of partners (about 15) reveals wide spectrum of colleges, universities, religious institutions, government organizations and Rashtrapati Bhavan. This itself shows Digital Library of India unites rather than divides. Digital library is where the past meets the present and creates a future. Digital Library : National knowledge preservation Saturday night, the IISc team was with serious faces at this very hall. I asked them what the problem is. The team informed me that the 250 GB (Giga Bytes) disk has crashed during their operation. How to recover the 30,000 books in time for the function today. It is like, equivalent to a library of 30,000 books, lost in a fire accident, similar to what happened in Alexandria. How to reconstruct the data or the books in the disk. Fortunately, there was a software that can correct and repair the disk. In a few hours time, the team made it operational with happiness. That means you have rebuilt with almost no cost and within a limited time. I realize that the Library is a wealth - particularly our ancient books and classics including millions of palm leaves - there is an urgent need for digitizing. We should not lose our national wealth. The Digital Library of India has to take it as an important mission. Digitization independent of Languages The Digital Library of India that we are launching today should contribute to our economic growth to some extent. Will it? It will definitely contribute, if the digital library is independent of language - particularly for a country like India which has many languages. Here lies the challenge. It is a fertile research ground for both CMU and IISc and other educational institutions - about 25 PhDs can be produced in this topic alone to push the frontiers of knowledge in Language Independent Digital Library (LIDL). Digital Library Mission 2005 I see the computer here which is similar to the PC that I have in my office with connectivity to all places. Prof Balki says, 30,000 books are inside this computer. In a decade's time, the same size computer would be able to store one thousand time more data - that means 30 millions books in the same PC. Digital library indeed would combat Digital Divide. Digital Divide is of great concern for us in India. I would like to suggest the MCIT and MHRD to provide one Digital Library of 100,000 books library, like in this PC, should reach every college and school in this country with connectivity to outside world by 2005. Since we have fibre optic cables, satellite communication and wireless infrastructure in position, it is essential to realize high band-width technology like 10 Gb (Giga Bits). Above all, just like I am seeing in my library, the book titles attracting me, I would like the first page of the Digital Library on a Laptop - will have SDI (Selective Dissemination of Information) profile of individuals or schools/colleges. May you be a master authority who uses the power of realization to stop being weak and to become powerful. May this Digital Library of India give us the knowledge realization. Thank you.

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Help required
by Mailing List Manager 01 Oct '03

01 Oct '03

Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2003 17:56:45 +0530 From: A. B. Naikal <naikal(a)mahindrabt.com> Dear Professional colleagues, I am looking for a floppy disk which comes with a book, in fact the book is accompanied by 2 floppies and I am in need of disk part one. Since it is not available in Mumbai and Pune market, I would appreciate, if you arrange to send it as attachment at the earliest, if the same is available with you or you can make it available through any of your sources. Giving below the details :- Microsoft Word developer's kit/Book and disks. Paperback: 994 pages Publisher: Microsoft Press; (August 1994) With regards Naikal ********************************** Appasaheb Naikal Asst. Librarian Mahindra-British Telecom Ltd Oberoi Estate Gardens Wing-1, Near Chandivali Studio Andhri-East, Mumbai-400072 Tel: 91-22-5679 2000 Ext. 7438 Cell: 9820524320 Fax: 022-2852 8959 E-mail: naikal(a)mahindrabt.com URL: www.mahindrabt.com *********************************************************

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Forwarded mail....
by Mailing List Manager 01 Oct '03

01 Oct '03

Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2003 12:56:21 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Friends: A number of people are using the net to find information on topics in which theyy are not experts. In fact I know of people who use this kind of searches on behalf of others and even charge fees for such 'data mining' sevices. One should be wary of such searches, indicates the following report from Australia. Sinclair, Jenny. "Online Health Sites a Worldwide Worry" The Sydney Morning Herald (16 September 2003) (http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2003/09/15/1063478109311.html) - A study by a Melbourne researcher -- who is also a nurse and a communications consultant -- concluded that most health-oriented websites "failed to meet basic standards." Many are "commercially driven," the study found, and others are downright misleading. The study reviewed the top 100 sites returned by a Yahoo! search for breast cancer, diabetes and depression, and compared them to the Health On the Net Foundation's code of conduct. The biggest failing was the amount of unverified information found on 58 of the sites. Other issues: "user confidentiality, openness about sponsorship and, importantly, making sure that users treat the information as complementary to proper medical treatment, rather than replacing it." The study did find that there was plenty of good information out there, and that it is generally a good idea for people to have unfettered access to online health information. Arun [Subbiah Arunachalam]

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Request a document
by murari 30 Sep '03

30 Sep '03

Dear colleagues, I have searched at many places but could not find following document nor the publisher of the journal. Would appreciate if someone can help with a copy. We would pay for the charges if any. Genetics and molecular research, vol. 1, no 3, 2002, pp. 178-215 Female remating, sperm competition and sexual selection in Drosophila. Singh, SR;Singh, BN;Hoenigsberg, HF With warm regards, Murari P Tapaswi National Information Centre for Marine Sciences (NICMAS) National Institute of Oceanography, Dona Paula 403 004 Goa, India Phone: 91-(0)832-2450275 (Direct); 91-(0)832-2450450 (Institute) Fax: 91-(0)832-2450602

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Fwd: Libraries of the Ancient World
by Mailing List Manager 30 Sep '03

30 Sep '03

Date: Mon, 29 Sep 2003 14:14:39 +0100 (BST) From: "[iso-8859-1] Prof. N. Laxman Rao." <naglaxman(a)yahoo.com> Date: Mon, 29 Sep 2003 12:53:39 +0100 (BST) > From: madhav rao > Subject: Libraries of the Ancient World > To: naglaxman(a)yahoo.com > > Dear Sir, > > A collection of books used for reading or study, or > the building or room in which such a collection is > kept. The word derives from the Latin Liber, "a book," > whereas a Latinized Greek word, bibliotheca, is the > origin of the word for library in German, Russian, and > the Romance languages. -----Encyclopedia Britannica > > Table of Contents > Introduction > General History > Library of Nineveh > Library of Nippur > Library of Alexandria > Library of Pergamum > Libraries of Ephesus > Libraries of Rome > Qumran > Conclusion > Bibliography > > See the URL: > http://www.tulsasda.com/staff/russ/russ/history/libraries/Libraries.htm > > Regards > A. Madhava Rao > Nexus Information Services Corporation > Secunderabad

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More info for Dr Murari
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 30 Sep '03

30 Sep '03

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Reply to Dr Murari
by prafulla＠nisc.co.in 30 Sep '03

30 Sep '03

Dear Dr Murari: The author address and email may perhaps help you: Female remating, sperm competition and sexual selection in Drosophila. Author: Singh, Shree Ram; Singh, Bashisth N.; Hoenigsberg, Hugo F. Author Affiliation: Singh, Bashisth N.: Genetics Laboratory, Department of Zoology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, 221 005, India; e-mail: bnsingh(a)banaras.ernet.in, hoenisbe(a)www.umb.edu.co T.V. Prafulla Chandra --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NISC Export Services Pvt. Ltd. (an affiliate of NISC International, Inc. USA) S-1 Ballad Estates, St.Ann's School Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad 500 017 Andhra Pradesh, India - Tel:+91 40 27001517 Tel/Fax:+91 40 27002538 WWW.NISC.COM A company in service to NISC worldwide. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Professional development opportunity (fwd)
by Shyam Prasad pujar 30 Sep '03

30 Sep '03

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS--Please Distribute to Colleagues The Museums, Arts and Humanities Division (MAHD) of SLA will reimburse travel expenses of up to $1,000.00 for a professional librarian from a developing country to attend the SLA Annual Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, June 5-10, 2004. Also covered by MAHD are costs of conference registration ($435) and tickets to all MAHD-sponsored events. Deadline for applications is January 23,2004. Criteria with application information is available online at http://www.sla.org/division/dmah/Travel%20Grant.htm. Martha McPhail Chair, Museums, Arts and Humanities Division, 2003/2004 Special Libraries Association mmcphail(a)mail.sdsu.edu San Diego State University 619-594-6736

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RE: [LIS-Forum] Request a document
by lalitha 30 Sep '03

30 Sep '03

Dear Mr. Tapaswi, Publisher is : FUNPEC - Fundação de Pesquisas Científicas de Ribeirão Preto, Brazil http://www.funpecrp.com.br/ and full text can be accessed at http://www.funpecrp.com.br/gmr/year2002/vol3-1/pdf/gmr0034.pdf lalitha IIL- J-Gate Team -----Original Message----- From: murari [mailto:murari@darya.nio.org] Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2003 9:28 AM To: 'Lis-Forum@Ncsi. Iisc. Ernet. In' Subject: [LIS-Forum] Request a document Dear colleagues, I have searched at many places but could not find following document nor the publisher of the journal. Would appreciate if someone can help with a copy. We would pay for the charges if any. Genetics and molecular research, vol. 1, no 3, 2002, pp. 178-215 Female remating, sperm competition and sexual selection in Drosophila. Singh, SR;Singh, BN;Hoenigsberg, HF With warm regards, Murari P Tapaswi National Information Centre for Marine Sciences (NICMAS) National Institute of Oceanography, Dona Paula 403 004 Goa, India Phone: 91-(0)832-2450275 (Direct); 91-(0)832-2450450 (Institute) Fax: 91-(0)832-2450602 _______________________________________________ LIS-Forum mailing list LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum

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Fw: [LIS-Forum] Request a document
by murari 30 Sep '03

30 Sep '03

Dear Colleagues, Thanks to Mr AnilKumar of GEITC sent me a copy of the same and Mr Raju of Siemens Public Communication Network indicated that it is available online. Thanks once again to the colleagues for prompt action. With warm regards, -Tapaswi ----- Original Message ----- From: murari <murari(a)darya.nio.org> To: 'Lis-Forum@Ncsi. Iisc. Ernet. In' <lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2003 9:28 AM Subject: [LIS-Forum] Request a document > Dear colleagues, > > I have searched at many places but could not find following document nor the > publisher of the journal. Would appreciate if someone can help with a copy. > We would pay for the charges if any. > > Genetics and molecular research, vol. 1, no 3, 2002, pp. 178-215 > Female remating, sperm competition and sexual selection in Drosophila. > Singh, SR;Singh, BN;Hoenigsberg, HF > > With warm regards, > > Murari P Tapaswi > National Information Centre for Marine Sciences (NICMAS) > National Institute of Oceanography, Dona Paula 403 004 Goa, India > Phone: 91-(0)832-2450275 (Direct); 91-(0)832-2450450 (Institute) > Fax: 91-(0)832-2450602 > > > _______________________________________________ > LIS-Forum mailing list > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum

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Thomson Scientific Nobel Predictions
by Subbiah Arunachalam 30 Sep '03

30 Sep '03

Dear friends: Here is a list of outstanding performers who MIGHT figure in this year's Nobel Prize awards. I got it from ISI. You are free to circulate it among your friends and colleagues. Arun

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Fwd: The History of Media Librarianship: A Chronology
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 29 Sep '03

29 Sep '03

> From: madhav rao <madhavdkj_vsnp(a)yahoo.co.in> > Subject: The History of Media Librarianship: A Chronology > Before media centers could be established, non-print > technological instructional aids had to be developed. > > Before libraries could be established, "books" had to > be written. > > But before books could be written man had to learn how > to write. > > Thus the beginnings of today's library media centers > must be traced back to the earliest beginnings of > writing more than 5,000 years ago.' > > -------Amy R. Loucks-DiMatteo > > The following is a chronology of the history of media > librarianship. Although the term "media" includes both > print and non-print materials, this history primarily > explores the development of non-print materials. > > See the URL for more!! > > http://www.sis.buffalo.edu/faculty/ellison/Syllabi/519Complete/readings/his… > > Regards > A. Madhava Rao > Nexus Information Services Corporation > Secunderabad >---------------------------------------- The History of Media Librarianship: A Chronology Amy R. Loucks-DiMatteo Before media centers could be established, non-print technological instructional aids had to be developed. Before libraries could be established, "books" had to be written. But before books could be written man had to learn how to write. Thus the beginnings of today's library media centers must be traced back to the earliest beginnings of writing more than 5,000 years ago.' THE following is a chronology of the history of media librarianship. Although the term "media" includes both print and non-print materials, this history primarily explores the development of non-print materials. The information is arranged chronologically. The symbol (c.) preceding a date indicates that the date has been approximated. The symbol(_____) indicates that a date has not been determined, but an effort has been made to fit the information in the proper place in the chronology. The dates and information listed have been taken directly from the sources cited; therefore, it is likely that the reader will find some conflicting dates and information. Non-print media probably originated in the Orient, where shadow shows entertained the people for over two thousand years.2 A reliance upon visuals has been demonstrated since early history through cave wall drawings, Egyptian pictographs, Babylonian maps, clay tablets, medieval art works, Renaissance woodcuts, and early illustrated books.3 Mesopotamia, the country between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, introduced writing to the world. The Sumerian people who inhabited Mesopotamia used the cylinder seal to mark and identify their property.4 Other cultures developed early forms of writing which were of two basic types: cuneiform and hieroglyphics. Cuneiform writing resembled wedge shaped characters and was used by the Sumerians, Akhadians, Babylonians, Assyrians, and the Persians. Egyptian hieroglyphics used figures or objects to represent sounds or words.5 Over a thousand years passed from the development of syllabic writing until alphabetic writing was developed. Although a contribution of the Near East alphabetic writing was adapted as an instrument of communication by the Greeks. The twenty-six character alphabet used today in Western cultures was developed by the Romans.6 1700 B.C. The Babylonians were the first to establish libraries. (Cushing) 1100 B.C. The first libraries of historic times were found in the temples of Ancient Egypt. (Thompson) 1100 B.C. Royal libraries were in existence in Phoenicia. The most famous royal library was Assurbanipal at Ninevah. (Thompson: Parsons) (______) The first of the great private libraries were supposed to have been as early as Pisistratus of Athens, and Polycrates, tyrant of Samas. (Parsons) 900-700 B.C. The kings of Assyria maintained a collection of thousands of clay tablets written in cuneiform. (Hostrop) 400 B.C. The private libraries of Euripides, Aristotle, and Plato were in existence. (Hessel) 300 B.C. Schools with libraries were in existence in Athens. (Hostrop) 300 B.C. The first known books were the clay tablets of Mesopotamia and the papyrus rolls of Egypt. (Hostrop) (_____) The first integration of print and non-print was found in the first picture book: Orbis Pictus (Comenius) 384-322 B.C. Aristotle was the first known systematic collector and classifier of books. He developed the concept of a classification hierarchy and was given the title of first librarian. (Hostrop; Grove) 80 B.C. Tyrannion, a grammarian, reclassified and recataloged Aristotle's library. (Strabo) 300 A.D. One library in Rome contained 62,000 volumes. (Hostrop) 400 Twenty-eight public libraries were in existence in Rome. (Hostrop) 400 The codex, constructed from folded leaves which were bound together on one side, took the place of papyrus rolls. (Hostrop) 600 The Rule of St. Benedict gave monasteries the responsibility for making books and creating libraries. (Hostrop) (_____)The first public library was established in Athens five hundred years before the Christian Era by the tyrant Pisistratus. (Parsons) (_____)The first public library was established in Rome during the close of the Pre-Christian Era by Asinius Apollo. (Parsons) (_____) The Library of Alexandria in Egypt was known as the first research library with its "...incomparable resources of the first real and greatest collection of intellectual materials or data ever assembled in antiquity..." (Parsons) mid 1400s Johann Gutenberg of Mainz, Germany, invented the printing press. (Hostrop) 1583 The first use of a decimal classification system was by Lacroix du Maine, who classified Henry III's library. (Dewey) 1600 Libraries began to resemble present day libraries with books on open shelves and tables for readers. (World Book Encyclopedia) 1683 The first academic library in the United States was the Harvard College Library. It was begun by a small collection of books donated by Reverend John Harvard, and it was the largest library in the country for 200 years. (Bowker, 1964; Fay; Hostrop) 1700s Six college libraries were founded: Yale University in 1700; Princeton University in 1746; University of Pennsylvania in 1755: Columbia University in 1757; Brown University in 1767; Dartmouth College in 1770. (Fay) 1731 Benjamin Franklin founded the first subscription library in the American colonies, "The Library Company of Phila delphia." (Bowker; Hostrop) 1976 New Jersey established the first state library. In the 1800s other state libraries were established: South Carolina in 1814; Pennsylvania in 1816; New Hampshire and New York in 1818. (Fay) 1800 The United States Library of Congress was established, the largest library in the U.S. (Hostrop) 1817 The large map collection of Christoph Daniel Ebling, a German scholar, was purchased after his death by Israel Thorndike and donated to the Harvard College Library. (Mullins) 1822 The first free public library was the Juvenile Library of Dublin, New Hampshire. (Kane) 1854 The first large public library to be established was the Boston Public Library. (Chamber's Encyclopedia) c. 1866 The United States Library of Congress map collection was established. (Grove) 1871 Jacob Schwartz created the Cutter number system which preserved the alphabetical order of authors in classification systems. (Grove) 1876 Melvil Dewey's classification system was first issued. (Grove) 1880s The first academic slide libraries were established at Bryn Mawr College, Cornell University, Dartmouth College, the University of Illinois, Princeton University, and the University of Michigan. Prior to 1884, these collections consisted of lanterns slides (31/4" x 4" slides with the image printed on glass). (Grove) 1882 The first music library was established: Brooklyn (New York) Public Library. (Bowker, 1964) 1884 Henry C. Badger was appointed as the first map curator at the Harvard College Library, which contained about 14,000 sheets. (Grove) 1887 The first library school was established at Columbia University, New York City, by Melvil Dewey. (Bowker; Encyclopedia Americana, 1980) 1891 The first circulating picture collection was established at the Denver (Colorado) Public Library, by John Cotton Dana. (Bowker; Smith) 1894 Paper or contact prints of motion pictures were deposited at the Library of Congress for copyright purposes. (Grove) 1894 A motion picture deposit was begun at the Library of Congress. (Information) c.1897 The Library of Congress Division of Music was organized. (Thompson) 1902 The first graduate library school was the New York State Library School. (Bowker, 1964) 1903 A phonorecord collection was established at the Library of Congress. (Grove) 1903 The Lowe Theatrical Library, the first theatrical library in the United States, opened at Harvard University. (Encyclopedia Americana, 1957) 1904 The photo-offset press was developed. (Hostrop) 1904 The first circulating print and framed paintings collection was established at the Newark (New Jersey) Public Library by John Cotton Dana. (Bowker, 1964) 1906 The New York State Library had 60,000 prints. (Grove) 1906 Lantern slides became widely used as teaching aids in universities. (Grove) 1906 Melvil Dewey recognized the importance of non-print materials to libraries when he wrote: "Libraries are rapidly accepting the doctrine for which we have contended for many years, that what we call books have no exclusive rights in a library. The 'library' has lost its etymologic meaning and means not a collection of books, but the central agency for disseminating information, innocent recreation, or, best of all, inspiration among the people. Whenever this can be done better, more quickly, or cheaply by a picture than a book, the picture is entitled to a place on the shelves and in the catalog." (Grove) 1910 Henry Evelyn Bliss constructed his subject classification system which eventually included non-print media. (Bliss) c.1910 The Bell & Howell Film Company had a film library of over a thousand silent and two hundred sound 16mm motion pictures. (Saettler) 1911 The Edison Film Library was established. (Saettler) 1913 A gift from a local citizen established the first phonorecord collection outside the Library of Congress, at the St. Paul (Minnesota) Public Library. (Bowker, 1971) 1914 Librarians began to review and evaluate the mass media. Public demand, plus the evaluation involvement stimu lated the collection of non-print formats in libraries. Public libraries in large cities developed large collections of photographs, pictures, postcards, clippings, and other formats in an effort to provide the public with non-print. (Grove) 1914 The first phonorecord collection was established at the St. Paul Public Library in Minnesota. (Bowker 1964) 1914 The Kansas City (Missouri) Public Library circulated music rolls for the player piano.. (Clement) 1914 The Public Librarian, a library journal, advocated the acceptance of phonorecords in libraries. (Edison) 1914-15 The American Library Annual reported that a public library in St. Joseph, Missouri, used the Edison Home and School Kinetoscope to illustrate stories narrated for children (Pringle) 1915 A statewide film exchange was proposed by James Gillis, a California state librarian. (Grove) 1915 The St. Paul (Minnesota) Public Library record collection had ninty-three recordings for limited use only. (Johnston) 1915 The August issue of Library Journal was devoted entirely to the music collections of the public libraries in the United States. (Bowker) 1915 Many public libraries maintained picture collections. (Parker) 19l6 The first photographic department in university library was established at Harvard University. (Bowker. 1957) 1917 The Chicago Bureau of Visual Instruction established the first instructional film library in a city school system. (Saettler) 1919 The Kern County Library, California, had a lantern slide and stereographic (three-dimensional slide) collection and established a phonorecord collection. (Clement) 1920 Audiovisual materials began to be handled as a normal part of library service. (Quinly) 1920 More than twenty-four state universities had film services.(Nolan) 1923 The first collection of circulating phonorecords was established in the Springfield (Massachusetts) Public Library. (Grove; Bowker, 1964) 1924 Audiovisual librarianship was introduced into the organizational framework of the American Library Association. The proposal that marked the beginning of ALA's formal audiovisual activity came from outside the Association. Ben Howe, a representative of the motion picture industry, suggested to the Council of the ALA that libraries should be the principal institutions for the distribution of educational films and should serve as information centers concerning entertainment and industrial films. Ben Howe's suggestion sparked ALA to create a Visual Methods Committee. (Clement) 1924 The American Library Association formally recognized the importance of films to library service and appointed a committee on Relations Between Libraries and Moving Pictures. (Cocks) 1926 The Graduate Library School was established at the University of Chicago to provide education beyond the first professional degree and offered a Ph.D. in library science. (Encyclopaedia Britannica) 1927 The Carnegie Corporation of New York authorized the distribution of "College Music Sets" for music study in college libraries. (Grove) 1928 The first PhD. in library education was granted at the University of Chicago Library School. (Encyclopedia AAmericana, 1962) 1928 The Carnegie Corporation assisted college libraries in the purchase of phonorecords, which were later identified by audiovisualists as "disks." (Shores) 1928 Fifty-three academic institutions had libraries with music collections, but only twelve of the collections held sound recordings. (Pierre) 1929 The first library to circulate educational films was the Kalamazoo (Michigan) Public Library. (Bowker, 1964) 1930s Public libraries began to develop extensive film services. (Pringle) 1930s Libraries began to put journals and newspapers on micro film. (Encyclopedia Americana) 1931 The Music Library Association was organized. (Bowker, 1958) 1933 Louis Shores determined that the library must have a range of subjects, levels, and formats in its collection to match the interests of individuals. (Shores) 1934 The Department of Geography at the University of Chicago planned to develop a map library of 400,000 sheets. (Development. . .) In 1968, the size of the collection was approximately 210,000 sheets. (Special Libraries Association) 1934 A resolution was sent to the American Library Association Committee on National Planning by the Visual Methods Committee, which recommended the establishment of regional demonstration centers for audiovisual aids. The proposal was not implemented. (Clement) 1934 The talking book was added to library service for the blind(Encyclopedia Americana, 1957) 1935 Louis Shores introduced the first audiovisual course at the library school of Peabody College in the South. The course was taught by Milton Lanning Shane from 1936 to 1940. (Shores) 1935 The United States National Archives set up a division of motion pictures and sound recordings. (Grove) 1935 The Museum of Modern Art Film Library was established in New York City by a Rockefeller Foundation Grant for the preservation, distribution, study, and development of films. (Grove) 1936 The American Library Association set a standard for 35mm film as best suited for research and library work. This decision was made at the Richmond Conference. (Doss) 1936 Visual aids were distributed through the city libraries of Kalamazoo, Michigan, and Pasadena and Long Beach, California. (Dunn) 1938 The first Cooperative Microfilm Project was established at Harvard University. (Bowker, 1964) 1939 A $5,500 grant from the Rockefeller Foundation funded a Joint Committee on Educational Films representing the American Library Association, the American Film Center, The Association of School Librarians, and the Motion Picture Project of the American Council on Education. The purpose was to "encourage library experimentation in the handling of educational films . . . to cooperate with such libraries and to facilitate the exchange of information between them, to devise uniform methods for recording experiences and to encourage their use, and to report from time to time on the experiments." (Williams) 1940s Maps began to be accepted as legitimate materials for libraries. (Wood) 1940s-1964 Major phonorecord collections established. Late 1940s Sibley Music Library, Eastman School of Music; 1958 Stanford University Archives of Recorded Sound; 1958 Archives of New Orleans Jazz at Tulane University; 1961 Historical Sound Recordings Program of Yale University; 1964-The Syracuse University Audio Archives. (Grove) 1940 Hundreds of universities and school systems had estab lished audiovisual libraries. (Grove) 1940 At the suggestion of Carl Milam, the former Visual Methods Committee was merged with the former Radio Broadcasting Committee to form the Audiovisual Committee of the American Library Association. (Clement) 1941 Gerald D. McDonald surveyed literature and visited libraries and submitted a report to the American Library Association concluding, "Thus far librarians have done virtually nothing in the handling of films and very little even in providing information which would further their use." (McDonald) c.1942 The first major public library film collection began inCleveland, Ohio. (Palmer) 1942 Film lending became a routine part of library service. (Quinly) 1943 The term "media" appeared in the Post War Standards for Public Libraries, published by the American Library Association, defined as: "... books, periodicals, news papers, pamphlets, maps, film, pictures, recordings, music scores, and similar material." (Post War . . . ) 1944 Fremont Rider, Librarian at Wesleyan University, pro posed that microcards be used in libraries, "both to reduce the space required for the catalogs of their growing collections and to produce more responsive catalogs." (Encyclopedia Americana, 1980) 1945 A Motion Picture Project was formed at the Library of Congress (Grove) 1947 The Carnegie Corporation awarded a grant to the American Library Association for building lending collections of films. (Encyclopedia Americana, 1957) 1947 The Carnegie Corporation awarded a grant to support a Film Advisory Service at the American Library Assoc iation. The purpose was to demonstrate that public libraries could serve as distribution centers for audiovisual materials, in addition to books. (Saettler) 1947 The American Library Association obtained a grant of $27,000 from the Carnegie Corporation for a "two year program to provide for film advisory service to help libraries establish film lending service." (Clement) 1947 Librarians and audiovisualists were two separate entities. Many schools had a separation of library and audiovisual facilities. At this time, the separation of the two was strongly backed by school administrators, teachers, li brarians, and audiovisualists. (Shores) 1947 The Worcester Free Public Library had one thousand circulating phonorecords. (Grove) 1947 The Florida State University Graduate School of Library Service and Training was established. The school was committed to the audiovisual education of librarians and teachers. The school also advocated the unification of audiovisual departments with the library instead of keeping them as separate entities. (Shores) 1947 "Listening posts" were introduced into the reading room at the Florida State University Materials Center. The listening post consisted of a jack and eight headsets. (Shores) 1947 Dr. Charles Hoban was the first full-time professor ap pointed to a library school faculty at the Florida State University Graduate School of Library Training and Service. He was a strong force in the audiovisual movement and co-wrote, with his father and Zisman, the first textbook in the audiovisual field. (Shores) 1948 Phonorecords became a routine part of library service. (Quinly) 1948 The Audiovisual Committee of the American Library Association was made a board which allowed for a subcommittee structure. The various committees were not wholly successful in their efforts to establish cooperation and communication with other national associations. (Clement) 1948 A mimeographed manual entitled Processing Audio Visual Materials was put into use at Indiana University for library science courses. (Processing. . .) 1948 The first manual on integrated cataloging was published by the Materials Center at Florida State University. (Shores) 1949 The American Association of School Librarians sponsored the publication Audiovisual School Library Service, by Margaret Rufsvold. The book gave detailed information to guide the traditional book-oriented librarian in establishing an instructional materials center. (Rufsvold) 1950 The "Statement of Guiding Principles" in the Evaluative Criteria 1950 Edition, suggests that " . . . schools should have available, organized in the library or as a separate department, audiovisual materials for use in the educational program." (Evaluative Criteria. . .) 1950s Major film collections in academic libraries were not established until this period. (Grove) 1950s The "Rapid Selector," developed under the guidance of Ralph R. Shaw, the librarian of the United States Depart ment of Agriculture, was the first machine specifically designed for searching the literature of a subject. It combined document images with binary coded identification, both stored photographically on roll film.Encyclopedia Americana. 1980) 1950s Louis Shores developed the concept of the generic book which is "... the sum total of man's communication possibilities . . . the evidence of life." The generic book recognizes that subject, level, and format may affect communication. "In the concept of the generic book there is no such thing as non-book material." The generic book has six format classes: print, graphics, projections, transmissions, community resources, and programmed media.(Shores) 1950s The 35mm color slide was established as a necessary andintegral part of a slide library. (Grove) 1950-60 Phonorecord archives were established in the Music Division of the Library of Congress, Indiana and Stanford University Libraries, and the New York Public Library. (Nolan) 1952 A survey was undertaken by the Association of College and Research Libraries to examine the extent to which audio visual services had developed in the United States universities and colleges and to examine the patterns of service. The findings of the research implied that the development of audiovisual collections was still at an early stage.(Bennett) 1953 Edgar Dale, a theorist, viewed libraries as experiencing a transitional phase, " . . . shifting from being a repository of ideas in print to a repository of ideas on film, on tape." His "cone of experience," and other ideas have contributed to the development of a learning resource concept. (Dale) 1954 C. Walter Stone, a strong proponent of the unification of print and non-print, insisted that libraries utilize a "cross media" approach for the benefit of students , teachers and administration. 1954 The Library of Congress printed catalog issued two new sections: one for music and phonorecords and another for filmstrips and motion pictures. (Schmeckebier) 1954-55 The San Jose (California) State College began the first program for curriculum materials specialists. (Saettler) 1955 Over 250 libraries were lending film, 192 through member ship in a cooperative film service, with the remainder owning individual film collections. (Bowker, 1957) 1955 Irving Lieberman conducted a study of audiovisual in struction in library education. He reported a need for a graduate program for audiovisual specialists. (Lieberman) 1955-57 The American Library Association Special Committee on the Bibliographic Control of Audiovisual Materials sur veyed libraries in an attempt to assess their non-book holdings and found the following holdings of non-book media. 115 libraries had motion picture collections (31 academic, 46 public, and 50 school) and 176 libraries had phonorecord collections (56 academic, 72 public, and 48 school). (Hamman) 1956 The Southern Illinois University unified their audiovisual department and library, as did Purdue, San Jose State, St. Cloud (Minnesota), and the University of Colorado. (Shores) 1960 Instructional Materials, by Louis Shore, was the first book devoted to the concept of unifying library science and audiovisual education. (Shores) mid 1960s The crusade for the unification of audiovisual departments and libraries was moving toward acceptance. (Shores) 1965 MEDLARS (Medical Literature Analysis Retrieval System) files were made available by the National Library of Medicine for use by other libraries. (Lancaster, p. 78) 1967 The New York Public Library was the largest public libraryin the United States. (Hostrop) 1968 Trevor N. Duprey conducted a study of college libraries and identified unnecessary competition between audiovisualists and librarians. (Duprey; Modern . . .) 1968 Trevor N. Duprey conducted a study of problem areas inadopting a learning resource center approach. (Duprey; Ferment . . .) 1968 Sidney Forman conducted a survey of 1,193 college libraries which indicated that 10 percent of the libraries were involved in implementing some aspect of the learning resource concept, and 37 percent were planning to introduce part of the concept in the future. (Forman) 1969 The crusade for the unification of audiovisual departments and libraries was successful. Standards for School Media Programs was jointly published by the American Library Association's American Association of School Librarians and the National Education Association's (NEA) Department of Audiovisual Instruction. (Shores) 1970 The number of libraries in the United States was broken down as follows (statistics from the U.S. Office of Education): 7,000 public libraries, 1,500 academic libraries, 1,200 two-year college libraries, 3,500 special libraries, 450 law libraries, 800 medical libraries, 475 military libraries, 125 institutional libraries, and 50,000 elementary and secondary school libraries. (Hostrop) 1970 The Bureau of Libraries and Educational Technology was established by the U.S. Office of Education. (Hostrop) 1970 The American Library Association published the Guidelines for Audiovisual Materials and Services for Public Libraries. Included were definitions, standards for service, materials, space, equipment, and personnel. It stressed the importance of non-print media in all formats. (Audiovisual Committee . . .) 1970 Robert Brundin surveyed the development of learning resource centers on junior college campuses. He concluded that the development of learning resource centers in junior colleges was an attempt to make the library the "heart of the campus." (Brundin) 1970 Richard Vorwerk studied the organizational status and environmental demands of academic libraries. He found that newer forms of media were being excluded in academic libraries because administrators weren't quite sure what to do with them. (Vorwerk, 1970) 1972 John W. Ellison conducted the first study of learning resource centers on university and college campuses. He identified principles that validated the concept of an integrated learning resource center which would include both print and non-print materials. (Ellison) 1973 Melville Dewey is said to be the "Father of American Libraries." F. Dean McCluskey is said to be the "Father of American Audiovisual Education." 1973 Andrew Carnegie is said to be the "Father of Library Philanthropists." (Hostrop) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Footnotes 1. Richard W. Hostrop, Education Inside the Library Media Center. Hamden, Conn.: Shoe String Press, 1973, p. 3. 2. Pearce S. Grove, Nonprint Media in Academic Libraries. Chicago: American Library Association, 1975, p. x. 3. John L. Nolan, "Audio-Visual Materials." Library Trends 10, (October 1961), p. 262. 4. Hostrop, p. 3. 5. Ibid., pp. 2-4. 6. Ibid.. PP. 4-5. References American Library Annual. New York: R.R. Bowker, 1957. Audiovisual Committee, Public Library Association. Guidelines for Audiovisual Materials and Services for Public Libraries. Chicago: American Library Association, 1970. Bliss, Henry Evelyn. "Economics in Libraries." Library Journal 28 (1910). The Bowker Annual of Library and Book Trade Information. New York: R.R. Bowker, 1957. The Bowker Annual of Library and Book Trade Information. New York: R.R. Bowker, 1958. The Bowker Annual of Library and Book Trade Information. New York: R.R. Bowker, 1960. The Bowker Annual of Library and Book Trade Information. New York: R.R. Bowker, 1964. The History of Media Librarianship: A Chronology 87 the Bowker Annual of Library and Book Trade Information. New York: R.R. Bowker, 1971. Brundin, Robert. "Changing Patterns of Library Service in Five California Junior Colleges." PhD. Dissertation, Stanford University, 1970. Chamber's Encyclopedia. vol. 8. London: Pergamon Press, Ltd., 1967. Clement, Evelyn G. "Audiovisual in Libraries; the Past." Paper presented at the 95th ALA Conference, ISAD Audiovisual Section Program, July 1976. ERIC document #ED 129 328. Cocks, Orrin. "Motion Pictures and. Reading Habits." Library Journal 43 (February 1918): 67-70. Comenius, John Amos. The Orbis Pictus. Syracuse, N.Y.: C.W. Bardeen, 1887. Dale, Edgar. Challenges to Librarianship. Tallahassee, Fl.: Florida State Uni versity, 1953. _. "Development of the Collection of Maps at the University of Chicago." Science 79 (February 23, 1934). Dewey, Melvil. Detvey Decimal Classification and Relative Index. 16th ed. Lake Placid Club, N.Y.: Forest, 1959. Doss, Milburn Price, ed. Information Processing Equipment. New York: Reinhold, 1955. Dunn, Fannie W., and Schneider, Etta. "Practices in City Administration of Visual Education." Educational Screen 15 (November 1936). Duprey, Trevor N. Ferment in College Libraries: The Impact of Information Technology. Washington, D.C.: Communication Service Corporation, 1968. Eason, Tracy. "A Selected Bibliography of AV Media in Library Literature, 1958 69." Wilson Library Bulletin 44 (November 1969): 312-319. Edison, Thomas. "Mechanical Arts and the Library." Public Library, 19 (1914) . Ellison, John W. ' The Identification and Examination of Principles Which Validate or Refute the Concept of College or University Learning Resource Centers." PhD. Dissertation, Ohio State University, 1972. Encyclopaedia Britannica 1, vol.#10. Chicago: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc., 1978. Encyclopedia Americana, vol.#17. New York: Americana Corporation, 1957. Encyclopedia Americana, vol.#17. New York: Americana Corporation, 1962. Encyclopedla Americana, vol.#17. New York: Americana Corporation, 1980. Evaluative Criteria. Washington, D.C.: Cooperative Study of Secondary School Standards, 1950. Fay, Lucy E., and Eaton, Anne T. Instruction in the Use of Books and Libraries. Boston: The F.W. Faxon Co., 1924. Flemingl Bennett. "Audio-Visual Services in Colleges and Universities in the United States." College and Research Libraries 16 (1955): 11-19. Forman, Sidney. "Innovative Practices in the College Library." College and Research Libraries 29 (November 1968): 486. Grove, Pearce S. Nonprint Media in Academic Libraries. Chicago: American Librarv Association. 1975. 88 MEDIA LIBRARIANSHIP Hamman, Frances. "Bibliographic Control of Audiovisual Materials: Report of a Special Committee." Library Resources and Technical Services Bulletin 1 (Fall 1957): 180-89. Hessel, Alfred. A History of Libraries. Metuchen, N.J.: Scarecrow Press, 1950. Hostrop, Richard W. Education Inside the Library Media Center. Hamden, Conn.: Shoe String Press, 1973. . Information Bulletin. 23. Washington D.C.: The Library of Congress. Johnston, W. Dawson. "Symposium of Music in Libraries: St. Paul Public Library." Library-Journal 40 (August 1915): 574. Kane, Joseph Nathan. Famous First Facts, 4th ed. New York: H.W. Wilson, 1981. Kujoth, Jean Spealman. Readings in Nonbook Librarianship. Metuchen, N.J.: Scarecrow Press, Inc., 1968. Lancaster, F. Wilfred. Information Retrieval Systems, 2nd ed. New York: John Wiley and Sons, 1979. Lieberman, Irving. Audiovisual Instruction in Library Education. New York: Columbia University School of Library Service, 1955. McDonald Gerald D. Educational Motion Pictures and Libraries. Chicago: American Library Association, 1942. Mullins, Lynn S. "The Rise of Map Libraries in America During the 19th Century." Bulletin 63 (March 1966). Nolan, John L. "Audio-Visual Materials." Library Trends 10 (October 1961): 261 -6 7 . Palmer, Joseph W. "Surveying the Future of Public Library Film Service." New York Library Association Bulletin, 30 (April 1982): 1-8. Parker, John Austin. "A Brief History of the Picture Collection." Wilson Library Bulletin 30 (November 1955): 257-58. Parsons, Edward Alexander. The Alexandrian Library. New York: Elsevier Press, 1959. Pierre Key's International Music Yearbook, 1928. New York: Pierre Key, Inc., 1928. Post War Standards for Public Libraries. Chicago: American Library Association, 1943. Pringle, Eugene A. "Films in Public Libraries." Drexel Library Quarterly 2 (October 1961): 261-67. Processing Audio Visual Materials. Bloomington, Ind.: Indiana University, 1948. Quinly, William J. "Audio-Visual Materials in the Library." Library Trends 5 (October 1956) 294-300. Richardson, Ernest Cushing. Classification: Theoretical and Practical. 3rd ed. New York: H.W. Wilson, 1930. Rufsvold, Margaret. Audio-Visual School Library Service. Chicago: American Association of School Librarians, 1949. Saettler, Paul. A History of Instructional Technology. New York: McGraw-Hill Book Company, 1968. Schmeckebier, Laurence F., and Eastin, Roy B. Government Publications and Their Use. Rev. ed. Washington, D.C.: Brookings Institution, 1961. The History of Media Librarianship: A Chronology 89 Shane, M. Lanning. "Audiovisual Aids & the Library." College and Research Libraries 1 (March 1940): 143-46. Shores, Louis. Audiovisual Librarianship. Littleton, Colo.: Libraries Unlimited, 1973. Smith, Josephine Metcalfe. A Chronology of Librarianship. Metuchen, N.J.: Scarecrow Press, 1968. Special Library Association, Geography and Map Division, Directory Revision Committee. Map Collections in the United States & Canada: A Directory. 2nd ed. New York: Special Library Association, 1970. Stone, C. Walter. "The Place of the New Media in the Undergraduate Program." Library Quarterly 24 (October 1954). Strabo. The Geography of Strabo. New York: Putnam, 1917. Thompson, James Westfall. Ancient Libraries. Berkeley, Calif.: University of California Press, 1940. Thompson, Oscar, ed. The International Cyclopedia of Music and Musicians. Rev. ed. New York: Dodd, Mead, 1958. Vorwerk, Richard J. "The Environmental Demands and Organizational Status of Two Academic Libraries." PhD. Dissertation, Indiana University, 1970. Williams, Edwin E. "ALA Notes." Wilson Library Bulletin 14 (June 1940): 778-79. Woods, Bill M. "Of Map Librarianship - A Very Personal Report." Bulletin 76 (June 1969): 4-6. World Book Encyclopedia, vol. 12. Chicago: Worldbook-Childcraft International, Inc., 1982. ===== Prof.N.LAXMAN RAO, Dept.of Library & Information Science, Osmania University, HYDERABAD- 500 007 (INDIA) President, Indian Association of Teachers in Library and Information Science (IATLIS). Ph:+91-40-27171565 (res): +91-40- 27682290 (off) e:mail-- naglaxman(a)yahoo.com OR naglaxman(a)indiatimes.com ________________________________________________________________________ Want to chat instantly with your online friends? Get the FREE Yahoo! Messenger http://mail.messenger.yahoo.co.uk

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an important website for librarians www.libraryhq.com
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 28 Sep '03

28 Sep '03

Hello friends, i am sure u may be aware that one of the important website useful to the llibrarians is www.libraryhq.com u find very useful information in this website. for exmple the following thesaurus had been given in the same website. open the website and try to use it and get benefit. laxman rao Library Automation/Technology Glossary (http://www.libraryhq.com/glossary.html) 16-bit Software for MS-DOS or Microsoft Windows originally ran on the 16-bit Intel 8088 and 80286 microprocessors. 32-bit 32-bit programs are written for the Intel 80386 and more recent processors, and allow greater speed of execution. A Access Point A name, term, code, etc., under which a book or other item may be searched and identified in the catalog, for example: author, title, subject, call number. API - Application Programming Interface An interface between the operating system and application programs, which includes the way applications communicate with the operating system, and the services the operating system makes available to programs. Architecture Design, or the way components fit together. It can be used to describe any system, as in "software architecture" or "network architecture". Authentication Verification of identity for security purposes. Passwords and digital signatures are forms of authentication. Authority Control A method to control the number of similar headings (usually subjects or authors) in the library catalog. Multiple entries are cross-referenced to a single entry using authority control. Automation Automatic, as opposed to human, operation or control of a process, equipment or a system; or the techniques and equipment used to achieve this. In libraries, automation refers to the process of automating functions such as circulation, cataloging, or acquisitions. Go to Top B Barcode A printed horizontal strip of vertical bars used for identifying specific items or users. The codes, which represent numerical data, are read by a bar code reader and interpreted via software or hardware decoders. In libraries, barcodes are affixed to both books and library cards to assist in circulation and collection control. Boolean Operators Words such as AND, OR, and NOT used to broaden or narrow a search. For example, cats AND dogs narrows the search to titles about both cats and dogs, while cats OR dogs broadens the search. Browse Searching A feature of a catalog which allows the user to search by the first word in a field, not a word appearing anywhere in the field. Compare to Keyword Searching. Browser See Web Browser Go to Top C CGI Script A computer program, most frequently written in C, Perl, or a shell script, that uses the Common Gateway Interface (CGI) standard to provide an interactive interface between a user or an application and a Web server. CGI script is most commonly used to develop forms that allow users to submit information to a Website. Character Set A standard collection of characters. A character set may include letters, digits, punctuation, control codes, graphics, mathematical symbols, and other signs. Each character in the set is represented by a unique character code, which is a binary number used for storage and transmission. Chat Room An online space where two or more people can input (usually via keyboard) messages to a group of people who are logged in at the same time. Compare to Message Forum Client A computer system or process that requests a service of another computer system or process (see Server). For example, a workstation requesting a file from a server is a client of the file server. Client/Server A common type of distributed system in which software is split between server tasks and client tasks. A client sends requests to a server asking for information or action, and the server responds. There may be either one centralized server or many distributed ones. Codabar A specific type of bar code used in libraries, blood banks, the overnight package delivery industry, and a variety of other information processing applications. It is also known as USD-4, NW-7, and 2 of 7 code. See Barcode. Command Line Interface A means of communication between a program and its user in which commands are input with a keyboard and are interpreted and executed by the program. Results are output as text or graphics on the computer screen. Compare to Graphical User Interface. Cookie Data created on your own computer when you access certain Web pages. Usually the cookie keeps information about your preferences and reuses this information when you access that site again, thus "recognizing" repeat visitors. Cookies cannot be used to access any other data on your computer, nor can they determine your e-mail address or identity. You can set your browser to reject all cookies or to warn you before accepting cookies, but sites that provide personalized services, such as stock trading sites or shopping carts, won't work if you don't accept cookies. Go to Top D Database A structured set of data, generally accessed via a software program. A simple database might be a single file containing many records, each of which contains the same set of fields, such as a series of companies with name, address, phone, and contact fields for each one. Database Management System (DBMS) Complex set of programs that control the organization, storage and retrieval of data for many users. Data is organized in fields, records and files. Examples include Oracle, Sybase, and Datacom. Dedicated Line A permanent connection between computers using telephone, ISDN, or other types of lines. Dialup A temporary, as opposed to dedicated, connection between machines established over a telephone line using modems. A patron might use a dialup connection from home (using a personal computer, modem, and telephone line) to dial into and use the library catalog. Digital Document Books, articles, papers, etc., that can be accessed via a computer. Digital Media Media in various digital forms, including scanned images, audio, video, multimedia, drawings and intelligent documents. Domain Name System (DNS) The unique name of a collection of computers connected to a network such as the Internet. A replicated, distributed data query service for looking up host IP addresses based on host names. The DNS is hierarchical, consisting of domains, subdomains, sites, and hosts. Unique names are formed from smallest to largest, and are of the form user(a)host.site.subdomain.domain, where host and site are often optional. On the Internet, domain names typically end with a suffix denoting the type of site: .com (commercial) .edu (educational) .net (network operations) .gov(US government) .mil (US military) .org (organization) .us (United States) .ca (Canada) .uk (United Kingdom) .au (Australia .cz (Czech Republic) .xx(where xx refers to another country's two-letter abbreviation) Download To copy a file from an external computer to a local one. You may download software updates from a vendor to your library system via the Internet. Dublin Core A minimal set of metadata elements used to describe networked information resources which aids users in locating specific items. Dumb Terminal An output device (not a computer) that contains no internal microprocessor; a display monitor with no processing capabilities. Go to Top E EAD Encoded Archival Description is the emerging standard for archival finding aids and is used by Library of Congress and other research institutions. Finding aids are inventories, registers, indexes, or guides that provide detailed information about specific collections. Standardizing the format of these tools makes it easier to display them on a network. EDIFACT (ISO 9735) Electronic data interchange (EDI) refers to any electronic commerce standard that defines a protocol for exchange of business data between software applications. EDIFACT (EDI for Administration, Commerce, and Transport) is the international standard for EDI. Encryption The process of scrambling a message so that a key, held only by authorized recipients, is needed to unscramble and read the message. Ethernet Computers on the Internet that use the TCP/IP protocols are frequently connected to the Net over an Ethernet link. Ethernet supports communications at 10 mbps over several types of wiring. An Ethernet card connects an individual computer to a network. Extranet An extended intranet connecting not only internal personnel, but also select customers, suppliers, and strategic partners. Compare to Internet and Intranet. Go to Top F FAQ -- Frequently Asked Questions Web page or text file with common questions about various topics along with the answers. Especially useful for first-time visitors to a site or new participants in a newsgroup or listserv. Filtering software A program to block access to certain Web pages. Depending on the program, it may block certain specified sites, all sites with certain words, or it may use more sophisticated criteria to determine which pages to block. See the LibraryHQ's Internet Filtering and Blocking page. Firewall A gateway used to protect a server or a network from unauthorized access. A firewall generally consists of both hardware and software components. FTP See Protocols Go to Top G Graphical User Interface (GUI) The use of pictures rather than just words to represent the input and output of a program. The program displays icons, buttons, dialog boxes etc. in its windows on the screen; the user controls it by moving a mouse or pointer on the screen, selecting objects by pressing buttons on the mouse. Compare to Command Line Interface. Go to Top H HTML Hypertext Markup Language is the set of codes (or tags) inserted in a file intended for display on a Web browser. The codes tell the Web browser how to display the words and images on the page. HTTP See Protocols Hypertext Text on a Web page that, when clicked on, jumps the reader to another page or image. Go to Top I Integrated Library System (ILS) An automated library system in which all of the functional modules (acquisitions, circulation, cataloging, serials, an OPAC, etc.) are accessible online and share a common machine-readable database. An automated library system is considered integrated only if all library functions are processed against a single, master bibliographic file. Imported/Exported Bibliography Records Because of the standards established for the creation and transferal of library bibliographic records, libraries can exchange records through import and export. Interface In hardware, an interface is a connector used to link devices. In software, it allows communication between two software systems or between people and systems. In the automation field, interface refers to the method by which users can access the automated library system. See Graphical User Interface. Internet A network of networks; a group of networks interconnected via routers. The Internet is the world's largest network. Internet Service Provider A company that provides other companies or individuals with access to, or a presence on, the Internet. Intranet A network of computers and servers accessed via Web browsers, but maintained within an organization or company, and not generally accessible to those outside the organization. ISBN (ISO 2108) International Standard Book Number: a unique numerical 10-digit identifier for a published title. It helps to ensure more efficient ordering, inventory control, and accounting. ISSN (ISO 3297) International Standard Serial Number: identifies serial publications including monographic series. In 1979 the ISSN replaced the ISBN for serials. Go to Top J Java A programming language designed so that its object modules can run on many different platforms. Java is often used to create applets, or Web-based programs that run when a user accesses the page or clicks on a certain area. JavaScript A scripting language used to create scripts, or small programs embedded in Web pages that run when a user accesses the page or clicks on a certain area. Go to Top K Keyword Searching A keyword search looks for specific words or terms that occur anywhere in a field (title, subject, heading, contents, etc.). Keyword searching is useful when you have incomplete information. Compare to Browse Searching. Go to Top L LAN Local Area Network A geographically limited data communications network that connects several computers. Library automation systems require a LAN to enable all users to access the same database. Legacy System An older computer system or program that is still valuable to the user, but may not be compatible with newer systems. Licensing An automation system requires the library to obtain a user license, as with any type of software. Licenses are usually purchased as either a site license, which allows the library to install the automation software on as many computers desired within a single building, or on a per-computer or per-network basis. Listserv A Listserv is a program that automatically redistributes e-mail to names on a mailing list. Users can subscribe, unsubscribe, and send messages to everyone on the list by sending notes to a specific email address. Go to Top M MARC - (Machine-Readable Cataloging) MARC refers to (1) a computer record structure, (2) a set of tags and indicators to identify parts of the record, (3) the level of cataloging information contained in the Library of Congresss MARC records, and (4) the body of records distributed by the Library of Congress MARC Distribution Service. Message Forum Also called a Message Board. An online space where people can leave messages that become visible to anyone who accesses the forum. Compare to Chat Room. Module/Application Module A module is a software segment that performs a specific function, such as acquisitions or circulation. Automation system vendors may sell modules separately, though circulation and cataloging modules are often sold together, with add-on modules as possible extra purchases. Go to Top N NetPC, NetworkPC A computer with minimal memory, disk storage and processor power designed to connect to and work via a network. Network A group of interconnected computers, including the hardware, software, and cabling used to connect them. Newsgroups see Usenet Newsgroups NISO A nonprofit association accredited as a standards developer by the American National Standards Institute, the national clearinghouse for voluntary standards development in the U.S. NISO has developed standards for Information Retrieval (Z39.50), 12083 (an SGML Tool), Z39.2 (Information Interchange Format), Codes for Languages and Countries, and Z39.18 (Scientific and Technical Reports). Go to Top O OPAC Online Public Access Catalog: provides access to the library's holdings via a computer monitor, replacing the traditional card catalog. May also be called a PAC (Public Access Catalog). Operating Systems (OS) The low-level software on a computer that schedules tasks, allocates storage, handles the interface to peripheral hardware, and presents a default interface to the user when no application program is running. Examples: UNIX, Windows98, Windows NT. Go to Top P Protocols Sets of rules or standards that let computers communicate over the Internet. HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) allows transfer of Web pages via a browser. FTP (File Transfer Protocol) allows transfer of files through the Internet from one computer to another. Push Technology Internet technology that allows information to be delivered or "pushed" directly to a user who subscribes to it. PointCast, Yahoo, and other services provide news to users who can customize their news reports by selecting topics like sports, world news, and business that are entered into a database. Go to Top Q Query A user's request for information from a database or search engine. A query is a search string entered by a patron when searching for a particular library item or subject in the library's catalog, or OPAC. Go to Top R RDBMS Relational Database Management System. See Relational Database. Record Conversion Record conversion is an aspect of retrospective conversion, in which book records on a tape or disk are converted to MARC format for use in an automation system. Conversion is usually processed by the automation system or by an outside vendor specializing in retrospective conversion. Relational Database A database in the form of tables having rows and columns to show the relationships between items. If data is changed in one table, it will be changed in all related tables. See Database. Remote Access Service allowing users away from the server or network to access these resources from remote locations. Retrospective Conversion Retrospective conversion is the process by which libraries convert a shelflist (such as a card catalog) to a searchable, computerized database. This database can then be used as the backbone of an automation system. Request For Information (RFI) A formal request that a library prepares and sends to vendors for information on their automation systems. Request For Proposal (RFP) A formal open bid document that a library prepares to obtain a customized response from a vendor. Responses may include pricing, enhancements, implementation plan, and timeline. An RFP is usually the precursor to a legal contract between vendor and library. Go to Top S Server A computer that provides some service for other computers connected to it via a network. The library's database containing all book records is located on a server so that several client machines (OPACs) can access the files. See Client/Server. Site Preparation The process of installing wiring, cabling, and other support hardware, in addition to planning the placement of computers, terminals, and networks within the library. System Upgrade A new or better version of hardware or software, or the act of developing or installing a new version. An automation system upgrade might be the change between a command-line based system and a GUI-based or Web-based automation system. Go to Top T TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol, the suite of communications protocols used to connect computers on the Internet. Thin Client A thin client is a machine that only functions when connected to a central server, as compared to a networked PC, which can store and process information on its hard drive. The function of a thin client is to centralize data transmission and storage in a LAN environment. Truncation In searching, truncation means that the system will allow wildcards to extend a search term. For example, a truncated term with a wildcard, such as app*, will retrieve all entries that begin with app, from apples to application. See Wildcard. Turnkey A complete hardware and software computer system customized for a particular application, such as library automation. Turnkey systems are fully operational, requiring no additional components or modifications. Go to Top U Unicode A 16-bit, language-independent character set that enables representation of all of the characters commonly used in information processing. UniMARC An international MARC format that accepts records created in any of the more than 20 MARC formats, thus facilitating conversion of records among them. UNIX Widely used multi-user general-purpose computer operating system. User interface The aspects of a computer system or program that can be perceived by the human user, and the commands and mechanisms used to control its operation and input data. See Graphical User Interface and Command Line Interface. Usenet Newsgroups Usenet is a collection of messages on various subjects that are posted to servers on a worldwide network. Each subject collection is called a newsgroup. Most newsgroups are hosted on Internet-connected servers, but they can also be hosted from servers that are not part of the Internet. URL Uniform Resource Locator: the address a computer uses to locate documents on the Internet. Go to Top V Video Display Unit A device incorporating a display monitor, a keyboard and a serial port. The most common VDUs, "dumb terminals, " are used primarily to send and receive information from a central computer. Virtual Library A virtual (as opposed to physical) collection existing only as digital files accessible via computer, not as books or tangible media in a library building. Go to Top W Web Browser Software program that allows you to access Web pages on the Internet, an Intranet, or an Extranet. The two most popular browsers are Microsoft's Internet Explorer and Netscape Navigator. Wide Area Network (WAN) A network, usually constructed with serial lines, extending over distances greater than one mile. A library system may use a WAN to connect branch libraries to the greater automation system. Wildcard A special character such as *, $, or ? that can replace any character or characters in a string. Wildcards are used in catalog searches to extend a search term. See Truncation. WindowsNT Microsoft's 32-bit operating system designed for high-end workstations, servers and corporate networks. Wizard An interactive help utility that guides the user through a potentially complex task. Go to Top X X12 An Electronic Data Interchange standard -- the American equivalent of UN/EDIFACT and various other national and industry EDI messaging protocols. Go to Top Z Z39.20 A NISO (National Information Standards Organization) standard for measuring the extent of price changes on a periodic basis for a variety of library materials including hardcover trade and technical books, paperback books, periodicals, and microforms. Z39.50 A NISO (National Information Standards Organization) standard for information retrieval that allows any library using a Z39.50-compliant automated library system to access remote library collections. Z39.50 specifies a query/response protocol between a client and a server. See LibraryHQ's Z39.50 page. Go to Top ===== Prof.N.LAXMAN RAO, Dept.of Library & Information Science, Osmania University, HYDERABAD- 500 007 (INDIA) President, Indian Association of Teachers in Library and Information Science (IATLIS). Ph:+91-40-27171565 (res): +91-40- 27682290 (off) e:mail-- naglaxman(a)yahoo.com OR naglaxman(a)indiatimes.com ________________________________________________________________________ Want to chat instantly with your online friends? Get the FREE Yahoo! Messenger http://mail.messenger.yahoo.co.uk

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Re: [Ncsi-net] ur inputs pl...
by Mailing List Manager 26 Sep '03

26 Sep '03

Date: 26 Sep 2003 06:54:40 -0000 From: V K J Jeevan <vkjj(a)rediffmail.com> Dear Ms. Jayashree, In our IMeL Conference last year, Mr. Shrinivas S Pownikar (pownikar(a)cdac.ernet.in) presented a paper on the "Newsclipping Service" operational in CDAC. You may get in touch with him to know what software they are using. Regards, V K J Jeevan Asst. Librarian IIT Kharagpur West Bengal 721 302

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database
by Mailing List Manager 26 Sep '03

26 Sep '03

Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2003 10:26:38 +0530 From: Aman Jha <aman.jha(a)ciionline.org> Hi I am looking for a database/directory of English language training schools/centres. Could you please provide me information regarding this? Thanks & regards, Aman Kumar Jha Librarian Confederation of Indian Industries

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Ever heard about the Library Hotel?
by Sukhdev Singh 25 Sep '03

25 Sep '03

Hey does that mean libraries using DDC would be paying OCLC $500 per year....? It is serious...!!! Please Check the last line of the Quote given below: "......In the lawsuit filed last week, lawyers for the Online Computer Library Center said the organization acquired the rights to the system in 1988 when it bought Forest Press, which published Dewey Decimal updates. The center charges libraries that use the system at least $500 per year....." IT IS HEIGHT OF IPR PROTECTION.!! --Sukhdev Singh. --- Madhuresh <madhuresh_s(a)aurigene.com> wrote: > > Ever heard about the Library Hotel? Library Hotel is > a library-themed > luxury hotel in Manhattan. 10 floors of the Library > Hotel are divided > according to the Dewey classification system, with > each floor dedicated > to one of Dewey's 10 categories. Interesting? Well, > OCLC has filed a > suite against this hotel for trademark infringement. > I am just leaving > it here. To know more about this news, go to > http://wireservice.wired.com/wired/story.asp?section=Breaking&storyId=78 > 3752 > > To know more about the Library Hotel, follow the > link > http://www.libraryhotel.com/ > > Regards. > Madhuresh Singhal > Aurigene Discovery Technologies Limited, > Electronic City, phase II, Hosur Road, > Bangalore 562 158 > Phone 8521314-16 Ext.- 422 > Fax 852 6285 > E-mail: madhureshsinghal(a)yahoo.com > http://nettalk2.tripod.com/ > __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? The New Yahoo! Shopping - with improved product search http://shopping.yahoo.com

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International Conference on Women in the Digital Era...
by V. Senthil 24 Sep '03

24 Sep '03

Apologies for cross postings Last date for Abstracts of Papers and proposals for panels, workshops and tutorials - 30.09.2003 Annamalai University at Chidambaram, Tamilnadu, India along with the Software Technology Parks of India and the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology jointly propose to organize an "International Conference on Women in the Digital Era: Opportunities and Challenges" during December 10-13, 2003. This conference will address issues related to the status of women in the digital era. The detailed information about the conference is available at http://www.auwit.org/. For further details contact, Dr. Mrs. Suriya Prof. & Head & University Librarian, Dept. of library and information Science, Annamalai university. Email: au_surya(a)hotmail.com

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INTERNATIONAL CALIBER-2004 Website online
by JK Vijayakumar 23 Sep '03

23 Sep '03

Dear All The Official Website for INFLIBNET's INTERNATIONAL CALIBER-2004 to be held at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi-INDIA is available at http://caliber2004.inflibnet.ac.in --------------------------------- INTERNATIONAL CALIBER-2004 INFLIBNET Centre has been organizing CALIBER [Convention on Automation of Libraries in Education and Research Institutions] every year in different parts of the country in collaboration with different universities, since 1993. This is the premier convention in India which provides a unique forum to the library and information professionals, teachers, IT professionals, consultants and users involved in automation and networking of libraries as well as information providers to come together and interact on the subjects of mutual interest. The eleventh CALIBER in the series, for the year 2004, has been themed as �Road Map to New Generation of Libraries using Emerging Technologies� and will be hosted by Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi during February 11-13, 2004. The official language of the convention will be English. DELIBERATIONS � Visions/Policies for Strategic Planning and Catalysts (Social Issues, User Requirements) for New Generation of Libraries. � Infrastructure, Standards, Archiving for Digital/Virtual/E-Libraries. � Emerging Technologies like Wireless LAN, Digital Services, Distributed databases, E-education and WBT. � Web content mapping, classification, management, Data warehousing, security aspects. CALL FOR PAPERS Programme committee solicits high quality technical papers related to the themes and sub-themes listed below. Main Theme: Road Map to New Generation of Libraries using Emerging Technologies Sub theme 1 Strategic Planning and Catalysts for New Generation of Libraries Visions/Policies, Social Issues, Intellectual Property Rights, User Requirements and Satisfaction, Models and framework for change management, Consortia: Success and Reality, Free and equal access to digital information Sub theme 2 Digital/Virtual/E-Libraries Infrastructure, Standards and Protocols, E-Publishing, Digital Archiving, Personalization, New Type Resources, Open Digital Libraries and Interoperability Sub theme 3 Emerging Technologies Networking (including WLAN), Digital Services, E-Education / WBT: Reality and Myths, Distributed database access and management � mirror sites, Online Reference Sub theme 4 Web content Management Cataloguing and Classification, Metadata / XML, Searching and Retrieval, Web content mapping, Data warehousing/hosting, Managing access to Web Content, Security Issues, Reliability and QA of Web content, Reference Linking, Ontology and Semantic Web Papers typed in MS-Word can be sent as attachment to INFLIBNET directly through E-Mail or in a floppy by post. The length of the paper should normally be within 5000 words. Papers should contain full name and affiliations with e-mail of author(s), an abstract, author biography and references properly cited in the text of article. The paper should neither be published anywhere nor should have been kept under consideration for publication elsewhere and the author should agree to transfer the copyright to the conference organisers. A passport size photograph(s) of author(s) has to be submitted with the paper. Detailed Guidelines and Editorial Policy for CALIBER 2004 will be soon available in the conference website at http://www.inflibnet.ac.in IMPORTANT DATES Receipt of full papers December 15, 2003 Intimation to Author(s) January 1, 2004 Last date for Registration January 15, 2004 Convention Dates February 11-13, 2004 About INFLIBNET Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) is a major mission of the UGC initiated in 1991 with an objective to automate and network libraries in Academic and R & D system to facilitate resource sharing at different levels and promote scholarly communication among academicians and researchers in the country. Till now, 142 universities have been funded by the UGC under this programme for automation and networking. Creation of national union databases, development of an integrated library management software, human resource development, on-site training, providing bibliographic information services, extending technical help and guidance from time to time to academic libraries in automation and networking are some of the major activities of the INFLIBNET Centre. Very soon centre is going to play major role in E-learning. A number of modules are under development on different subjects, which will be mounted on centre�s web site for facilitating distance education through e-learning. UGC has signed on MOU with ERNET India for establishing UGC Network linking about 170 universities, UGC Regional Centres and IUC�s. This network will also have connectivity to Internet. INFLIBNET will play a major role in content creation for this network. It is trying to create awareness about library automation and spread IT culture among library professionals. About Jamia Millia Islamia Jamia Millia Islamia, an institution originally established at Aligarh in United Provinces, India in 1920, was declared as a deemed to be University in 1962 and became a Central University by an act of the Indian Parliament in 1988. In Urdu language, Jamia means �University� and Millia means �National�. In 1936,all institutions of Jamia, except Jamia Press, the Maktaba and the library, were shifted to the new campus. The history of Dr. Zakir Husain Library is closely linked with the history of Jamia Millia Islamia. It was established during 1920-23 in Aligarh and was named as Jamia Millia Islamia Library. In 1925, Jamia Millia moved from Aligarh to Delhi, the Library also shifted.In 1972, Library moved to its new building and it was rechristened as �Dr. Zakir Husain Library� in the memory of late President of India Dr. Zakir Husain. This library is the Central Library of the University Library System, which includes the faculty and Central libraries,It is having collection of about 3.00 lac books & bound volumes of periodicals, about 3000 manuscripts, 200 microforms, 17 special collections and subscribes to 440 journals.The library has fully computerized its most actively used collections, which is searchded through OPAC.Circulation Counter is computerized, using barcode scanners.The library is providing range of databases available in electronic form on the Campus Network and from remote hosts via WWW. The library provides Internet and electronic database services for the registered users. Contact Details Registration Dr. Gayas Makhdumi Organising Secretary CALIBER-2004 University Librarian & Head, DLIS, Jamia Millia Islamia, M aulana Mohammad Ali Johar Marg, Jamia Nagar, New Delhi � 110 025, India Phone:+91-11-26984910/26981717(Ext. 472) Fax:+91-11-26982360 E-mail:zhl@jmi.ernet.in Paper Submission Dr T A V Murthy Editor-in-Chief Director INFLIBNET Centre[An IUC of UGC] Gujarat University Campus PB 4116, Navrangpura Ahmedabad � 380 009, India Phone: +91-79-6304695/5971/8528/0002 Fax:+91-79-6300990 E-Mail: tav(a)inflibnet.ac.in Queries can also be sent to Mr S M Salgar Chairman, CALIBER-2004 Scientist-G INFLIBNET Centre[An IUC of UGC] Gujarat University Campus PB 4116, Navrangpura Ahmedabad � 380 009, India Phone: +91-79-6304695/5971/8528/0002 (Ext 33)Fax:+91-79-6300990 E-Mail: salgar(a)inflibnet.ac.in More details will be available in the website http://caliber2004.inflibnet.ac.in. ************************ J K VIJAYAKUMAR INFLIBNET Centre Ahmedabad - INDIA ************************ __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? 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Forwarded mail....
by Mailing List Manager 23 Sep '03

23 Sep '03

Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2003 13:20:54 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <arun(a)mssrf.res.in> Please check: http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/print_version/roush1003.asp for an article on advanced Internet with unimagined power. Arun

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Call for paper- PLANNER
by Mailing List Manager 23 Sep '03

23 Sep '03

Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2003 18:35:44 +0530 From: premchand <premchand(a)inflibnet.ac.in> Apologies for cross postings Last date for the submission of papers for PLANNER is 30th Sep. Papers on the following theme and subtheme for PLANNER 2003 should reach the respective editors before 30th Sep.Please send your paper in electronic format (email, 3" floppy in MS Word) to following email address. Paper on consortia should be sent to the following editor: Prof. (Mrs.) Veena Saraf, Head, Deptt. of Library Science NEHU, Shillong – 793 014 (Meghalaya) Phone : 091 –0364 – (O)231617 (R) 550932 E-mail : Ibscnehu(a)sancharnet.in or veenasaraf(a)yahoo.co.uk Paper on IT based activities should be sent to the following editor Dr. Narendra Lahkar Department of Library & Information Science 100, GU Campus, Gauhati University, Guwahati – 781 014 (India) Phone : (0361) 2571954 ( O) 2571257 ( R) Mobile: (98640) 53349 e-mail: n_lahkar(a)yahoo.com THEME OF THE CONVENTION In changing scenario of Indian Libraries, INFLIBNET has played major role in bringing IT culture and establishing infrastructure in Indian Universities. In spite of major initiatives of INFLIBNET, libraries encounter manifold problems and uneven developments, but major problem is the emergence of new technologies. E-resources, digital libraries, search engines, Library Consortia, Standards and formats are some important issues, which need discussion. Keeping all the above issues in mind, the Programme Committee has selected the theme of the convention The main theme of the PLANNER – 2003 is Automation of Libraries in North East Region: Trends Issues and Challenges. The sub-themes and the topics to be covered under each sub-themes are given below. Sub Themes : 1 Emergency of Consortia 2 IT based Activities Topics covered under both sub themes are : Library automation, Database Development, Standards and Protocol, Search Engines, Electronic Document Delivery, Digital library, UGC-INFONET, Library Consortia, Electronic Publishing, E-Journal Subscription, Copy right and IPR First PLANNER –2003 PLANNER stands for Promotion of Library Automation and Networking in North Eastern Region (PLANNER). INFLIBNET has made an attempt to organize this event in collaboration with universities and other academic institutions located in North East.. This Convention will provide a unique forum to the library professionals, information providers and users involved in automation and networking of libraries to come together and interact on the subjects of mutual interest in the region. First PLANNER is being organized for the professionals in the North Eastern region at North Eastern Hill University, Shillong, Meghalaya during November 6-7, 2003. In future, this special event would regularly be held at other parts of the North Eastern universities/institutions on rotational basis VENUE The convention will be held at North Eastern Hill University, Mayurbhang Complex, Shillong, Meghalaya Prem Chand Scientist- C INFLIBNET(Information and Library Network) Centre An IUC of University Grants Commission Near Gujarat University Guest House Navrangpura, PB No.4116 AHMEDABAD-380009 India # Tel. 91-079-6305971 / 6304695; 7458670(Res.) FAX: 079-6300990, 6307816 email: premc(a)mailcity.com

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