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IRMA Library Assistant-II Position
by Krishna Raghavendra Yeri 23 Oct '13

23 Oct '13

Dear Moderator Kindly arrange to put the following announcement on LIS-Forum: Institute of Rural Management Anand Applications are invited for the post of Assistant -II in IRMA-Ravi J Matthai Library. E.Q: Incumbent should have BLISC. MLISC is preferred. One year's experience in a reputed academic Library and working knowledge of LibSys. One year specialized training in IT. Age: below 35 years Salary: consolidated remuneration of Rs.15,000/- per month for a period of two years contract. Last date for application: 31 October 2013 Applications are to be sent ONLINE only. For more details visit: https://www.irma.ac.in/careers/careers.php Krishna Yeri Librarian, IRMA -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Seminar on Best and Innovative Practices in Libraries on 26.10.2013 at AMET University, Chennai
by A Hariharan 23 Oct '13

23 Oct '13

Seminar on Best and Innovative Practices in Libraries Date: 26th October 2013 (Saturday) Organized by Department of Library & Information Science, AMET University & Society for the Advancement of Library and Information Science (SALIS) (Chennai Chapter) About AMET University The AMET University which has been established for the propagation of Maritime Education is currently offering various marine related UG, PG and Ph.D programmes. The University was conferred with the status of Deemed University under section 3 of the UGC Act 1956 and started functioning as a full-fledged University from 2007 and has also got the unique distinction of being the first private University in India to offer exclusively Maritime Education. About the AMET Library AMET Library is being developed as one of the best libraries in the field and its service has been automated to provide timely and quality service to the users. Library holds books and subscribes many national and international journals. About the Seminar The 21st century has witnessed exponential growth of educational institutions all over the world. Managing these institutions is a big challenge to the various government agencies such as UGC, AICTE, Universities, etc. These agencies have introduced strict norms, assessment and accreditation processes and policies for minimum requirements, infrastructure, mandatory resources to maintain the quality and standards of these institutions and also the libraries attached to them. The function of libraries has changed dramatically since the global change in ICT from storing of books to learning and disseminating knowledge. It helps the expectations of users also. Best practices are indentified by examining empirical evidence of success. Therefore they have to adopt the best procedures from TQM concepts, ISO standards, assessment and accreditation norms/policies of various governments and certification bodies. The main reason for adopting these procedures is not only to provide quality services for user satisfaction and also to discharge their routine functions effectively and efficiently. Library services need to be frequently evaluated and updated to the changing needs of library users. Library 2.0 calls for libraries to encourage user participation and feedback in the development and maintenance of library services. The focus of the libraries is now user centered, user satisfaction and participation. Therefore, new, innovative and flexible methods are to be introduced to accommodate new concepts for the changing requirements and environment. Objectives To understand the best and innovative practices stated in TQM, ISO and management techniques and principles. To discuss the norms, assessment and accreditation criteria in academic and other type of libraries. To formulate strategies and how best and innovative practices can be adopted to make the library as a dynamic, user-centric and user participative institution. To identify where services need improvement from user point of view. To discuss how to evaluate the library resources, services for the improvement and user satisfaction. Topics ISO:9000 - 2000 - Quality Management Systems for Library TQM Principles and concepts for Library, Seven Sigma Norms, assessment and accreditation process/requirements of AICTE/NBA, UGC/NAAC, IMC, Universities etc. Innovative Methods and Procedures to make library as a dynamic, user-centric and user participative institutions. Evaluation of Library services, resources and user satisfaction Target Audience Librarians, Information professionals, LIS faculty and students. The number of seats is limited and the selection will be based on first come first served basis. Resource Persons Experts and practicing LIS professionals from reputed institutions. Registration Fee The registration fee of Rs. 300/- is to be paid through DD in favour of “AMET”, payable at “Chennai”. The last date for registration is 21st October, 2013. Advisory Committee Chief Patron Dr.J. Ramachandran, President, AMET Trust Patron Col. Dr. G. Thiruvasagam, Vice-Chancellor Mr. K. Seyadu Registrar Organizing Secretary U.Tamilarasan, Librarian Organizing Committee Dr.S.Surianarayanan, President, SALIS Dr. G.Krishnamoorthy, Anna University Dr.S.Swaminathan, SRMCE, Coimbatore Mr.S.Manikandan, ACL, Chennai Dr.P.Panneerselvam, B.S.Abudur Rahman University A. Joseph Anburaj, KCG College of Tech, Chennai M. Jannath Najeemunnisa Beegum. JBASCW P. Ezhil Pandian, St.Joseph College of Engineering V.Viswanathan, MNM Jain College of Engineering S.Sethuraman, SSN Engineering College Dr.S.Kamatchi, Anna Centenary Library Address for Communication: U.Tamilarasan Organizing Secretary and Librarian, AMET University, No. 135, East Coast Road, Kanathur - 603112, Chennai. Tamil Nadu. Mobile No. 9841545819 Email: ametlibrary(a)yahoo.com Tel : 91 - 44 - 2747 2905 / 3257 7002 / 7030 Fax : 91 - 44 - 27472804 / 2747 2904 Web: http://www.ametuniv.ac.in/ Registration Form Name: ……………………………………………… Designation: ………………………………………. Department: ……………………………………….. Institution: ………………………………………….. Address: ……………………………………………. ……………………………………………… Phone: ……………………………………………… Mobile: …………………………………………….. E-mail: ……………………………………………… Payment Details: Rs. …………. Bank ……………………………….. DD no. ………………. Date ……………………. (Demand Draft should be drawn in favour of “AMET” payable at ‘Chennai’ and addressed to the Organizing Secretary). Signature: ………………………………………….. Name: ………………………………………………. Date: ……………………………….......................(Photocopy of this form can be used, if required) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IASLIC Bank details for sending FOR DONATION by IASLIC Lover
by IASLIC Kolkata 22 Oct '13

22 Oct '13

*AN APPEAL TO LIFE MEMBERS* *( FOR DONATION )* * * The esteemed members of IASLIC are alive to the spiraling prices in the economy creating an acute financial stringency in carrying on the IASLIC activities. The learned members of its Governing Body in their 3rd GB Meeting held at Puducherry on December 10 2012 and subsequently in the Annual General Meeting held on December 11, 2013 during the 25th National Seminar decided to make an ardent appeal to the already enrolled Life Members of IASLIC to be generous to donate liberally at least Rs.1000/- to help IASLIC achieve avowed objective. Accordingly IASLIC extends this ardent appeal to all its esteemed life members to please come forward to help IASLIC by donating liberally at least Rs. 1000/- by DD / cheque duly drawn in favour of IASLIC or by direct money tranfer to our account given below. The donors' names will be published in the IASLIC Newsletter. BANK DETAILS S B Account Name : IASLIC BANK NAME : Dena Bank BANK ADDRESS : Manicktola, Kolkata - 700 054 BANK A/C NO. :069710025713 MICR NO. : ECS :700018010 IFSC CODE-NEFT : BKDN0910697 Prof. Pijushkanti Panigrahi General Secretary, IASLIC -- -- * **Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi*, Hony General Secretary, IASLIC, P-291, CIT Scheme No. 6M, Kankurgachi, Kolkata - 700054 iaslic(a)vsnl.net or iaslic.india(a)gmail.com www.iaslic1955.org.in *Join IASLIC, Contribute to IASLIC, Strengthen IASLIC* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Book Festival in Kerala Agricultural University during 24-26 October 2013 (
by Mailing List Admin 22 Oct '13

22 Oct '13

Date: Tue, 22 Oct 2013 14:50:54 +0800 (SGT) From: Dr. A.T. Francis <francisaloor(a)yahoo.com> Dear all, The National Book Festival 2013 in College of Horticulture (CoH), Main Campus of the Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) is being organised this year during 24-26 October 2013.� Printed as well as electronic books in all subjects like agriculture, science and technology, education, health, literature, linguistics, entertainment, cinema etc. and e-book readers, other digital reading gadgets and related instruments will be displayed in the exhibition. The exhibition starts at 9.00am on 24th October, Thursday. Formal Inauguration of the Festival will be at 2.00pm on 24th October 2013. INAUGURATION Welcome: Dr. P.K.Valsalakumari, Associate Dean, CoH Introduction on Book Festival: Dr. A.T. Francis, Head, Library, CoH & Convener Inauguration: Sri.Rafeeq Ahammed, Famous Poet and Film Song Writer Presidential Address: Dr. P. Rajendran, Hon. Vice Chancellor, KAU Key Note Address: Sri.R.Gopalakrishnan, Secretary, Kerala Sahitya Akademy Felicitations:- : Dr. Jiju P. Alex,Teacher Representative in KAU General Council : Sri. Avinash Reji Thomas, Student Representative in KAU General Council : Sri. K.P. Sathian,University Librarian, KAU : Smt. Gleena Mary,Student Representative in KAU Academic Council : Sri. A.Sabarinath, President, Students Union, CoH Vote of thanks: Smt. V.S. Swapna, Joint Convener All are invited to the Book Festival. � Dr. A.T. FRANCIS, MCom, MLISc, NET, PhD HEAD, LIBRARY & IT NODAL OFFICER College of Horticulture Kerala�Agricultural University Thrissur - 680 656, India, 91-9496839409 (m) francisaloor(a)yahoo.com

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Compact storage
by S.K.Vijaianand 22 Oct '13

22 Oct '13

Dear professionals, Our Library is in the process of archiving less used books/back volumes in the high density compact storage. I request you to share your experiences, details of the suppliers if you have already implemented in your Library/ information centers. Thanking you, With kind regards, S.K.Vijaianand --------------------------------------- Assistant Librarian, P.K.Kelkar Library, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur - 208 016 Ph: 91-512-2596055 (W) E-mail: vanand(a)iitk.ac.in --------------------------------------- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IASLIC demands for setting up Indian Institute of Library and Information Sciences
by IASLIC Kolkata 21 Oct '13

21 Oct '13

*IASLIC demands for setting up Indian Institute of Library and Information Sciences* Dear Professional Friends We all are aware that the Working Group on Libraries under National Knowledge Commission (NKC) in its *Report to the Nation (2006-2009)* entitled “Libraries: Gateway to Knowledge – A Roadmap for revitalization” recommended the formation of Indian Institute of Library and Information Science (IILIS) of national importance along with other nine major recommendations on libraries. In pursuance of this, a High Level Committee National Mission on Libraries (NML) has been set up by the Government of India. It is extremely heartening to us (IASLIC) with the hope that this NML would give due importance in implementing all ten major recommendations including setting up the Indian Institute of Library and Information Science (IILIS) of national importance which is very vital for education and research for both high speed generation and use of knowledge needed for brining a structural change in the economy. IASLIC feels that the IILIS is absolutely the need of hour for the profession of Library and Information Science to fulfill its role as a corner stone of the knowledge society. I am sure; all of our fellow professionals and professional associations would bear the same feelings in their heart. But unfortunately NML has not taken yet any positive step to this effect. At least we could find any such prominent effort on the part of NML. Thus we, on behalf of IASLIC, wrote to the Hon’ble Prime Minister expressing our demand in this regard and also approach to Dr Barun Mukherjee , Hon’ble MP (Rajya Shabha) to help Library Professionals of India. IASLIC is ever grateful to Dr Mukherjee for taking up this matter and for putting forward a demand in the Parliament on 14.08.2013 *“Dr Barun Mukherjee (West Bengal) : Sir, I would urge upon the Minister of Culture to set up a National Institute of Library and Information Science as is being demanded by thousands of library professionals and has been recommended by the National Knowledge Commission (NKC) constituted in 2005 initiated by the Prime Minister and headed by Mr Sam Pitroda. The Working Group of Libraries under NKC in its Report entitled “Libraries: Gateway to Knowledge – A Roadmap for revitalization” recommended in 2006 the formation of Indian Institute of Library and Information Science of national importance.* *With the growing technological development and advancement in research and studies, library and information science have assumed added importance. To feed the need of expertise for the purpose, a national institute for studies, research and training is essential, which we are lacking till now, particularly in the field of public library. Although LIS courses up to Post Graduate and Ph D levels are offered in many of the universities, overall guiding model at the national level is yet to be developed. NKC has, therefore recommended NILIS as a nodal body. But this is yet to be implemented by the Government. Even it is not known whether the recommendation has been rejected, and, if so, why? LIS is now a full grown professional subject, having its exclusive Encyclopedia in the International Market. When other professional subjects are having apex academic bodies, why not the LIS?* *I, therefore, request the Ministry of Culture to take necessary steps to set up the NILIS at an early date.”* -- * **Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi*, Hony General Secretary, IASLIC, P-291, CIT Scheme No. 6M, Kankurgachi, Kolkata - 700054 iaslic(a)vsnl.net or iaslic.india(a)gmail.com www.iaslic1955.org.in *Join IASLIC, Contribute to IASLIC, Strengthen IASLIC* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NACLIN 2013 at Hotel Clarks Amer, Jaipur from December 10-12, 2013
by Dr Sangeeta Kaul 21 Oct '13

21 Oct '13

NACLIN 2013 16th National Convention on Knowledge,Library and Information Networking Jointly Organised by DELNET, New Delhi and Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur December 10-12, 2013 Venue : Hotel Clarks Amer, Jaipur (http://amer.hotelclarks.com/) "Download the brochure from www.naclin.org" Theme: Emerging Technologies and Innovations in Library Practices 16th National Convention on Knowledge, Library and Information Networking The emerging technologies are giving rise to new applications that are being introduced in libraries to discover not only the printed content and manuscripts but also high-resolution photo galleries, audio and video collections and even the architecture of the libraries. Thus, these technologies bring all types of content on a given theme and make access to it possible through one window. To perform better and show better results new practices are emerging in advanced libraries. The National Convention on Knowledge, Library and Information Networking (NACLIN 2013) will be devoted to discussing how the latest technologies can enhance library services, and help in the dissemination of information among library users including s tudents, staff and patrons. The technologies that are impacting libraries include Cloud Computing, Social Networking, E-resources, Knowledge Organisation and Ontologies; Metadata Standards; Mobile Technology Application in Library Services; Information Se curity; Preservation/Archives; Federated Search Engines; Semantic Web; Information Management in Virtual Organisations among others. The national convention is scheduled for three days. The first day is entirely devoted to conducting tutorials by experts on the following topic: Research Methodology and Writing Skills The next two days will focus on the theme of the National Convention on Emerging Technologies and Innovations in Library Practices The theme is divided into several sub-themes as detailed below: I Emerging Digital Technologies Cloud Computing Applications Mobile Technologies Web-based Applications Library Portals RFID Semantic Web Open Source Software Multimedia Applications Digital Communication Tools II Digital Library Practices Digitisation Procedures Digital Preservation Managing Web Resources Archiving Consortia-based Resources Electronic Publishing Systems Multilingual Technologies Best Metadata Practices III Managing Web Resources Web 2.0 Content Management E-Content for E-Users Subject Approach to Content Management IV Library Networking and Consortia Networking Libraries and Information Centres Sharing of Digital Resources Consortia Practices and Models V Library Services and Users Needs Library Services: Best Practices ICT Based Services Marketing LIS Products User Satisfaction User Studies VI Copyright and IPR IPR and Digital Environment Open Access and Copyright Infringement Digital Rights Management Digital Libraries and IPR Copyright Management : International Efforts Copyright and Digital Archiving VII Human Resources Management Essential Skills for LIS Professionals Life Long Learning Information Literacy E-Learning Leadership Qualities Networks and Virtual Learning Environment LIS Education and Training Revising LIS Curriculum Quality Assurance Issues in LIS VIII Information Services for Public National Virtual Library Managing Public Libraries: New Trends E-Governance Knowledge Centres for Rural Development Digital Reference Services Library and Information Services for Distance Learners Re-engineering Library Services Information Retrieval in Indian Languages Marketing of Library and Information Services IX Knowledge Society Role of Digital Libraries in a Knowledge Society Copyright and Free Flow of Information Role of State and Central Governments International Cooperation Indigenous Knowledge Public Libraries as Knowledge Centres Open Access to Knowledge Social Informatics Digital Entrepreneurship Submission of Papers Original papers on the above sub-themes or related themes are invited from Library and Information Science professionals. The papers should be based on research surveys, case studies or action plans. Surveys on Internet use/E-Journals Usage in libraries w ill not be accepted. Papers should not normally exceed 5,000 words or 16 double-spaced pages, besides tables, diagrams, etc. Also, each paper should contain an abstract, upto ten keywords, body of the paper, conclusion and references. The abstract should state in about 150 words the sum and substance of the paper. The conclusion should include the recommendations made in the paper. The key words which describe the main issues discussed should be given in alphabetical order. The paper should also contai n the author's name, title, organisation, address, telephone, fax, and E-mail address. All references should be presented according to the Chicago Manual of Style (http://www.chicagomanualofstyle.org/tools_ citationguide.html). The following examples are cited from the Manual to ensure that the referencing model is strictly followed. Every paper has to be accompanied by copyright declaration form according to the format available at conference website www.naclin.org At least one of the authors listed in the paper must register for NACLIN 2013 within one week after the paper has been accepted for presentation in NACLIN 2013. The completed paper may be sent electronically to hkkaul(a)gmail.com Also a hard copy of the same along with the copyright declaration be sent to Dr. H. K. Kaul, Director, DELNET-Developing Library Network JNU Campus,Nelson Mandela Road, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi 110 070. E-mail: hkkaul(a)gmail.com Last date for submission of papers: November 1, 2013. Who Should Attend? Librarians, Professional Library Staff and other Library and Information Science Professionals, Knowledge Seekers, Leaders in Knowledge Industry, Government Officials, Content Management Experts, Information Management Experts, Professional Staff of IT Co mpanies, Industrialists, Technology Managers, Knowledge Officers, Media Experts, Knowledge Centre Managers and Knowledge Managers. DELNET - Developing Library Network DELNET is a major resource-sharing library network in South Asia which covers a wide spectrum of member-libraries and their resources connecting more than 4500 libraries in thirty-two states in India and seven countries. It was registered as a society in 1992. DELNET is committed to pool the information about resources scattered in the libraries in the country and consolidate information through union catalogues, union lists and other databases. This is being done to satisfy the major information require ments of students, researchers, scholars and the public in the country. DELNET provides extensive Inter-library Loan facilities to its member-libraries in and outside the country and is one of the most widely used and popular services of DELNET. DELNET databases have crossed over 1 crore 50 lakh records. More information about DELNET can be obtained at www.delnet.nic.in Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur was established in 1963 with the name as Malaviya Regional Engineering College, Jaipur. This year the Institute is celebrating its Golden Jubilee Year. On June 26, 2002 the college was given the status of the National Institute of Technology and on August 15, 2007 it was proclaimed as the Institute of National Importance through an Act of Parliament. The Institute is fully funded by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India. T he institute is devoted to imparting technical education of international standards and conducting research at the cutting edge of technology to meet the current and future challenges of technological development. More than 12,000 students have already gr aduated since its establishment. It has a campus of over 312 acres. The campus provides all essential amenities for community living such as staff clubs, hospital, bank, post office, community centre, school, staff residences, gymnasium, playing fields, guest houses, 24 hours Internet co nnectivity, and canteen. The subjects studied at the MNIT include Architecture; Chemical Engineering; Chemistry; Civil Engineering; Computer Engineering; Electrical Engineering; Electronics & Communication En-gineering; Humanities and Social Sciences; Information Technology; Management Studies; Mechanical Engineering; Metallurgical & Materials Engineering; and Physics. The Central Library / Learning Resource Centre at MNIT with a floor area of 15,850 sq. ft. with new facilities and furniture is easily approachable. The reading rooms equipped with cubicles are fully air conditioned. The library is automated. It has a c ollection of over 1,71,600 books and bound volumes and a non-print collection of about 2,200 CDs, videos, etc. The library also receives e-resources and online journals under INDEST-AICTE Consortium. More than 2000 full text online foreign journals are accessible from: ACM Digital Library, ACE, ASME, Annual Reviews, IEL Online (IEE & IEEE), Indian Standards (Intra net Version), Nature, Project Muse, Springer Link, Taylor & Francis, Emerald and many others. The Library also has access to DELNET Databases and Services. More information about MNIT Jaipur can be obtained at www.mnit.ac.in. How to Reach Jaipur By Air : Jaipur is well-connected by various domestic airlines. By Rail : Jaipur Railway Station (Jaipur Junction) is a major railway station and the headquarters of the North Western Railways. It is connected on the broad gauge with major Indian cities.Shatabdi train connects Jaipur with Delhi. By Road: Jaipur is well connected with the Capital City of Delhi. The journey by bus and train can be undertaken. Places of Interest in and around Jaipur Jaipur is Rajasthan's beautiful Pink City and is surrounded by three hill forts and a series of palaces. The places of interest include its City Palace complex including the museum; Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal; Albert Hall; Jal Mahal; Amber Fort; Nahargarh Fort; B. M. Birla Planetarium among many other places of attraction. Jaipur is famous for its bazaars that specialise in Rajasthani jewellery, fabrics and shoes. Please visit www.rajasthantourism.gov.in for details. Accommodation The accommodation can be arranged in the guest houses/budget hotels by the Organising Secretariat. The charges are ` 750 per day per person (on double occupancy basis) provided that the payment from the delegate is received by November 15, 2013. Hotels: Many hotels are available in Jaipur. The following are some hotels of Jaipur with contact details. You are most welcome to write to us for any assistance. Participation Fee DELNET Members Rs 2,500 Professionals from Rajasthan including members Rs 2,000 LIS Students Rs 1,500 Non-Members from outside Rajasthan including SAARC Countries Rs 3,500 NON-SAARC Countries Members US$ 150 Non-Members US$ 250 Additional delegates from the same organisation will be offered 25 per cent discount. Accompanying Person (non-LIS professional, family member): Rs 1000 per person for attending the Convention. Accommodation charges will be extra. Addresses for Communication For Local Organisational Support/accommodation, bookings for exhibitions, etc., please contact: Mr. Deep Singh Librarian, MNIT Jaipur & Organising Secretary, NACLIN 2013 Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur Jawaharlal Nehru Marg Jaipur 302017, Rajasthan, India Tel. : 91-141-2713302 Mobile : 91-9001440442 E-mail : nishants97(a)gmail.com Payments for Registration /Accommodation: All payments for Registration and Accommodation should be sent by demand draft/multi-city cheque to the following DELNET address. Demand Draft/Multi-City Cheque should be made in favour of DELNET and payable at New Delhi. Kindly write to us for electronic bank transfer details. Dr. Sangeeta Kaul Network Manager, DELNET & Co-Organising Secretary, NACLIN 2013 JNU Campus, Nelson Mandela Road Vasant Kunj, New Delhi-110070, India Tel. : 91-11-26742222, 26741266 Mobile : 91-9810329992 Fax : 91-11-26741122 E-mail : sangskaul2003(a)yahoo.co.in, sangs(a)delnet.ren.nic.in Submission of Papers Dr. H K. Kaul Director DELNET-Developing Library Network JNU Campus, Nelson Mandela Road Vasant Kunj, New Delhi-110070, India Tel. : 91-11-26741111 Mobile : 91-9891016667 E-mail : hkkaul(a)gmail.com, director(a)delnet.ren.nic.in Web : www.delnet.nic.in Dates to Remember Last Date for Registration: November 30, 2013 (On-the-spot registration is also available) Last Date for Submission of Papers: November 1, 2013. =========== NACLIN 2013 will be held in collaboration with MNIT Jaipur at Hotel Clarks Amer, Jaipur from December 10-12, 2013. Please visit www.naclin.org for details or write to us to receive a formal invitation letter and hard copy of the brochure. We would appreciate your kind participation. ============= _______________________________________________________________________________ Dr Sangeeta Kaul Network Manager DELNET-Developing Library Network Jawaharlal Nehru University Campus Nelson Mandela Road Vasant Kunj New Delhi-110070 Tel: 91-11-26742222, 26741266, 9810329992 (M) Fax: 91-11-26741122 Email: sangs(a)delnet.ren.nic.in, sangskaul2003(a)yahoo.co.in Web : www.delnet.nic.in ________________________________________________________________________________ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fwd: New book on Indian urbanization
by Amit Shaw 21 Oct '13

21 Oct '13

*Book Announcement* A new edited volume on urban India has just been released by Wiley. It is a collection of fascinating essays on politics in Indian cities edited by Gavin Shatkin. http://www.amazon.com/Contesting-Indian-City-Visions-Politics/dp/144436703X… http://www.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-1444367048.html With Regards, Amit Kumar Shaw, IIHS Bangalore City Campus No. 197/36, 2nd Main Sadashivanagar Bangalore 560080 p: 91-80-67606666 Exn: 661 m: 8088273214 f: +91-80-23616814 www.iihs.co.in IIHS Library Catalogue: http://iihs-koha.osslabs.biz/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Registrations Open: International Conference on Knowledge Modelling and Knowledge Management (ICKM 2013)
by Usashi Chatterjee 21 Oct '13

21 Oct '13

Dear LIS Professionals, DRTC is organizing ICKM 2013 (International Conference on Knowledge Modelling and Knowledge Management) during 20-21 November 2013 at Indian Statistical Institute Bangalore Centre. Conference website: http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/ickm/ The objective is to bring together experts from different areas of information science, computer science, artificial intelligence and other disciplines, who have a mutual interest in understanding and solving problems of knowledge modelling and knowledge management. The aim is to recognize and focus on new areas of knowledge modelling and knowledge management. Therefore philosophy, logic, linguistics, cognitive science, health care, management science, media, etc. are relevant areas, too. The conference programme features a series of eminent speakers : Fausto Giunchiglia (University of Trento, Italy) Aditya Bagchi (Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata) M. P. Satija (UGC Emeritus Fellow, India) and many more..... To know more about conference programme and to register, go to the conference website: http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/ickm/ Registration fees: Full Registration: INR. 2000 (Indian & SAARC Delegates) USD 100 (Foreign Delegates other than SAARC) Student Registration*: INR. 1000 (Indian & SAARC Delegates) USD 50 (Foreign Delegates other than SAARC) *To avail concessional registration, Students should send/produce a letter from the head of the Institute/Department on official letter head certifying them as regular/full-time students. This is not meant for part-time students. The registration fee covers working lunches, refreshments, conference kit and the conference proceedings Contact: ickm2013(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in, bisu(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in We look forward to seeing you in November. With Regards, Dr. Biswanath Dutta (Convener- ICKM 2013) Documentation Research & Training Centre (DRTC) Bangalore Email: *ickm2013(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in* *bisu(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in * * * ** ** ** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Reminder about posting the conference information
by basavaraj kannappanavar 21 Oct '13

21 Oct '13

Please post to the forum members Greeting to all UGC Sponsored 4th KSCLA National Conference on Impact of Information Technology on Library Services Date: 27th & 28th Dec, 2013 Organized by Sahyadri Arts College, B H Road, Shivamogga Kuvempu University College Librarians’ Association, Shivamogga Karnataka State College Librarians’ Association, Bangalore About the Conference Information Technology (IT) has profound impact on progress and development of human civilization. Science and technology has undergone tremendous improvement and the reflection of its improvement can be seen in almost all our daily activities. The IT revolution has increased the demand, consumption, importance of information in present society. The librarians with massive volume of information available in the libraries are faced with challenges relating to effective storage, processing, retrieval, and dissemination of information. The IT has touched and enhanced almost all fields and libraries are not an exception. Rapid advances in IT in the past two decades have brought revolutionary changes in the concept, organization, functioning, and management of libraries throughout the world. Worldwide, libraries have been exploring new technologies for providing better and faster access to vast information resources. Information technologies today are characterized by their very dynamic development and increasing complexity. The modern technology has greatly improved the capabilities of managing the explosive growth of information effectively, and has also contributed in providing effective library services. IT is been widely used for carrying out the technical activities of libraries, but it is also been used for shaping the library services for providing efficient information services to the library users. IT has offered better solutions to achieve greater level of efficiency, productivity, and user centered services in libraries. We are in the most challenging time when technology and our traditional library values are converging. Libraries have undergone a great paradigm shift under the influence of IT. In this Information Society, everyone acknowledges that information plays a central role in their development. Therefore, libraries have evolved into information providers rather than mere document providers. The expansion of Internet has opened up electronic information to the masses, and there is an increasing demand for information to be presented in an visually appealing manner. Indeed, recent advances in the field of IT are contributing significantly to improve the services of libraries. Further, the impact of IT has led to a paperless society, digital libraries, and virtual libraries. While acknowledging the changes taking place in the mode and service of information delivery and usage, it is important that the library professionals rediscover the specialized needs and expectations of the users so that they can reevaluate the library services, and reinvigorate the library professional. The future of libraries greatly depend on the librarians attempt to understand the evolving IT and equip themselves accordingly. With these parameters in mind it is planned to organize a two day national conference on “IMPACT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ON LIBRARY SERVICES”in collaboration with the Kuvempu University College Librarians’ Association, Shivamogga, Karnataka. Conference Theme: “IMPACT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ON LIBRARY SERVICES” Sub Themes: * Best Practices in Library Services * Cloud Computing * Collaborative Approaches to Digital Library Services * Content Management Systems * Creative Learning and Service Models * Digital Library Services * Electronic Records * E-libraries * Emerging IT Trends * Emerging Technologies in Library Services * Enhancing Information Access through Digital Content * E-publishing Tools * Extended Library Services * Future of Library Services * ICT Application for Interlibrary Loan * ICT Application in Cooperative Collection Development * ICT Application in Document Delivery * Information and Data Management * Information Security and Knowledge Protection * Information Storage and Retrieval * Innovative Thinking in Library Services * Internet/Intranet Applications in Library Services * Knowledge Sharing * Library Web Services * Managing Digital Records * Multimedia Technologies and its Applications * Open Source Software in Library Services * Shared Purchasing or Licensing of Electronic Resources * Social Networks and Web 2.0 Technologies * User Expectations * Virtual Reference Services * Web Portals Technical Sessions Each technical session will have invited papers followed by paper presentations by the authors. Call for Papers The conference intends to invite experts to deliver theme paper in each session followed by invitation to authors to present their papers. Therefore, working papers based on practical experience, research findings, and case studies are invited from the library and information professionals. The accepted papers will be published in the conference proceedings with ISBN. Paper Submission Details v Author(s) may submit the full text of their paper on or before November 15, 2013. v Based on the technical committee decision, acceptance of paper for presentation will be intimated to the author(s) by 25th November 2013. v The deadline for registration for the conference is 5th December, 2013. v Registration of all authors is mandatory for paper presentation and publication. v Paper can be submitted through an e-mail attachment to ncitls2013(a)gmail.com Instruction to Authors v Length: Not more than 10 pages for a paper. v Font: Times New Roman. v Font Size: Heading- 14 (Bold), Sub Heading -12 (Bold), Text -12 Paper Format: The papers should have the following details: v Author’s/ Joint Author’s name and communication address. v Contact details such as telephone numbers and e-mail ID. v An abstract of 100-150 words and up to 4-6 keywords v Tables and figures, if any, must have a brief caption written on the bottom of the figure and provide due reference of the original work. Conference proceedings will include only those accepted papers for which the registration fee has been paid by all the authors of the paper before 5th December 2013. Important Dates: Conference Dates December 27th & 28th, 2013 Deadline for paper submission November 15, 2013 Notification of acceptance November 25, 2013 Last Date for Registration Paper presenters December 5, 2013 Others December 20, 2013 Who can participate? Library and Information Science professionals, students and research scholars. IT professionals, publishers, authors and others. Registration and Accommodation Participants are required to fill in the registration form and send it to the Organising Secretary by December 5, 2013. Registration Fees Delegates with Accommodation Rs. 2000 Delegates Without Accommodation Rs. 1500 Students and Full-Time Research Scholars with Accommodation Rs.1500 (Without Kit) Students and Full-Time Research Scholars Without Accommodation Rs.1000 (Without Kit) The registration fee includes conference kit, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and coffee/tea. OOD facility is available The registration fee is to be paid by Demand Draft/Cheques drawn from any Nationalized Bank in favour of the “The Organising Secretary”, payable at Shivamogga, and send the same to the Dr. B U Kannappanavar, Organising Secretary, NCITLS 2013, and Librarian Sahyadri Arts College, B H Road, Shivamogga-577203, Karnataka. For outside participants, accommodation will be arranged at hotels on advance fee payment and information. The participants can also make their own arrangements for their comfortable stay in Shivamogga. Patrons: Prof. S A Bari, Vice-Chancellor, KuvempuUniversity, Shankarghatta, Shimoga Prof. A Ramegouda, Registrar, Kuvempu University, Shankarghatta, Shimoga Dr. Jayadevappa, Principal, Sahyadri Arts College, Shimoga National Advisory Committee: Prof. VG Talawar, Vice-Chancellor, Reva University Bangalore Prof. D Shivalingaih, Registrar, TamakurUniversity, Tumakur Sri. N V Satyanarayana, MD Informatics India, Bangalore Prof. C R Karisiddappa Retd. Professor, Dharwad Dr. Jagadeesh Arora, Director, INFLIBNET, Ahmadabad Dr. Harishchandra IIT, Chennai Dr. P V Konnu, DLIS, RCUB Belagavi Dr. M K Bandi. Librarian, MangaloreUniversity, Mangalore Dr. R B Gadagimath, Librarian, GulbargaUniversity, Gulbarga Dr. I.R. N Goudar, Library Advisor, University of Mysore, Mysore Dr. Mallinath Kumbar, DLIS, University of Mysore, Mysore Dr. M M Kogunurmath, DLIS, Central University Gujarat Dr. T D Kemparaju, DLIS, BangaloreUniversityBangalore Dr.K C Ramakrishnegouda, Librarian, KuvempuUniversity, Shankaraghatta, Shimoga Dr. K Divyananda, CEPTAM, DRDO, Bangalore Dr.Vijaykumar M, Birla Institute of Technology, Ranchi Sri. M M Badni, Director, Dept of Public Library, Bangalore Sri. Dr. Ramesha, DLIS Bangalore University, Bangalore Sri. S. L Kadadevarmath President KSCLA, Bangalore Dr. Vaddanakeri, President GDLA, Gulbarga Dr. C G Mathad, Shimoga Advisory Committee Sri. S M Deeraj vice- President KSCLA, Bangalore Sri. M M Hebballi, Secretary, KSCLA, Bangalore Sri. Umesh Bagewadi, Treasurer, KSCLA, Bangalore Sri. M N N Prasad, President, TUCLA, Tumakur Sri. Shekhar H P IBS Bangalore Sri. N Choudappa, President, AKELPA, Bangalore Dr. Mahesh Horakeri, President, KUCLA, Dharwad Dr. Padmamma, DLIS, Kuvempu University, Shankaraghatta Sri. Veeru Uppin, Managing Director, Aargees Business Solutions, Bangalore/Hubli Sri Madivalar, ATNCC, Shimoga Dr. B K Vishala, St. Agnis College, Mangalore Dr. Vasappagowda, Mangalore Sri. Y H Havannavar, Chief Librarian, CCL, Shimoga Dr. Sujatha President, DK Librarians Association Mangalore. Dr. F G Patil, Chikmagalore Sri. C R Bhat, SRNMCollege Shimoga Sri. Shivanandappa. Librarian, GFGC, Shimoga Sri. Jagadeesh Kamalakar,Kamala NeharuCollege, Shimoga Dr. B T Sampathkumar, DLIS, Tumakur University, Tumakur. Dr. H M Chidanandawsamy, JNNCollegeof Engineering Shimoga Sri. H. Somashekar, GovtFirstGradeCollege, Tarikere Sri. Shashidhar, Govt. FirstGradeCollege, Ajjampur Sri A Narendra, IDSG College Chikmagalore Prof. S L Sangam Prof. B S Biradar Director of the Conference Rapporteur General Organising Secretary Dr. B U Kannappanavar Librarian and President (KUCLA) Sahyadri Arts College, B HRoad, Shivamogga-577203 Karnataka, India e-mail: kannappanavar(a)gmail.com Cell: 9480329897 Joint Organising Secretaries Sri S Shyamasundar Librarian and Secretary (KUCLA) Sahyadri Science College, Shivamogga-577203 Cell: 9480221559 And Dr. M S Lohar Librarian Sahyadri Science College, Shivamogga-577203 e-mail: manjunathlohar(a)yahoo.com Cell: 9448682962 Dr. K T Santhoshkumar Associate Professor Dept of Library and Information Science Sahyadri Arts College, Shimoga Dr.B U Kannappanavar Selection Grade Librarian, Sahyadri College Library, B H Road, Shimoga-577203 Karnataka, India. Cell: +91 9480329897 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Festschrift Volume in honour of Dr. T. D. Tilwani
by Mailing List Admin 21 Oct '13

21 Oct '13

Date: Sun, 20 Oct 2013 22:43:32 +0800 (SGT) From: Singh Dr. Dewendra Kumar <dksingh5(a)yahoo.com> Dr. T. D. Tilwani, an accomplished library professional with background in Mathematics and proficiency in foreign languages of French and German, retired as Head, Department of Library and Information Science (LIS), UCSSH, Mohan Lal Sukhadia University, Udaipur (Rajasthan) after a long academic career. Dr Tilwani is known for his outstanding performance as a teacher and significant contributions in the field of Library and Information Science. His research interest included Knowledge Management, Application of IT in Library and Information Centres, Digitization of Library Resources, Information Seeking Patterns and their Models, Marketing of Information, Information Processing and its Management, E-resources, Digital Libraries, Library software, Library resource sharing, etc., having authored two books apart from dozens of research papers published in reputed journals. He is also an active participant in conferences organized to deliberate on Library and Information Science. For development of library profession he participated as life member of professional bodies such as ILA, IASLIC, RLA, etc., and also felicitated by the Deputy State Minister of Education, Government of Rajasthan for his excellent work in the profession of LIS. In order to pay our tribute to Dr T. D. Tilwani we have thought it would be right and rational to bring out a Volume in his honour comprising articles related to our field and related disciplines along with memoirs and personal experiences about him. We, therefore, earnestly appeal to you to contribute a paper on topic among the following: Collection Development and Management Trends in Library Classification/Cataloguing Library Automation Preservation and Conservation Information Storage and Retrieval Digital Libraries Information Literacy e-resources IPR and Libraries Open Access LIS Education in India � Please send your paper preferably through e-mail to tdt.fests(a)gmail.com. Your contribution must reach us by 30 November, 2013. � With best regards Dr. S. D. Vyas Ex-Librarian, Banasthali Vidyapeeth, Rajasthan

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Fwd: Artical / Conference papers , Required Urgently...(Naveen K.S)
by Naveen. KS 21 Oct '13

21 Oct '13

Dear professionals, One of my faculty need this below article for her research work. Please send me this article. 1) Software Evaluation , 2) Software Engineering , 3) Aspect Mining , 4) Feature Location . -- Thanks Naveen K.S Librarian Amruta Institute of Engineering & Management Sciences,(AIeMS) Bidadi Industrial Zone,Near Toyota Kirloskar Motors, Off Mysore Road. Bangalore -562109 Mob:9480214162 Mail Id : naveen.ks100(a)gmail.com Web: www.aiems.in -- Thanks Naveen K.S Librarian Amruta Institute of Engineering & Management Sciences,(AIeMS) Bidadi Industrial Zone,Near Toyota Kirloskar Motors, Off Mysore Road. Bangalore -562109 Mob:9480214162 Mail Id : naveen.ks100(a)gmail.com Web: www.aiems.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article Needed
by Mahesh *Y* 19 Oct '13

19 Oct '13

Dear Friends, One of my faculty need this article for his research work. Kindly send the below article if you access An evolutionary algorithm for magic squares<http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/xpl/articleDetails.jsp?tp=&arnumber=1299763&quer…>Tao Xie<http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/search/searchresult.jsp?searchWithin=p_Authors:.…> ; Lishan Kang<http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/search/searchresult.jsp?searchWithin=p_Authors:.…> Evolutionary Computation, 2003. CEC '03. The 2003 Congress on <http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/xpl/mostRecentIssue.jsp?punumber=9096> Volume: 2 Digital Object Identifier: 10.1109/CEC.2003.1299763 <http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/CEC.2003.1299763> Publication Year: 2003 , Page(s): 906 - 913 Vol.2 Heuristic Method to Find Magic Squares<http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/xpl/articleDetails.jsp?tp=&arnumber=6417283&quer…>Cruz, E.F.<http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/search/searchresult.jsp?searchWithin=p_Authors:.…> ; Grandchamp, E.<http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/search/searchresult.jsp?searchWithin=p_Authors:.…> Computational Science and Engineering (CSE), 2012 IEEE 15th International Conference on <http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/xpl/mostRecentIssue.jsp?punumber=6415461> Digital Object Identifier: 10.1109/ICCSE.2012.26 <http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/ICCSE.2012.26> Publication Year: 2012 , Page(s): 119 - 123 -- *With Regards* ** * Mahesh.Y Librarian, Shri Pillappa College of Engineering, Bangalore-89. **Mob: 09480923695 * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation: Book Fair at Sardar Patel Institute of Public Administration, Ahmedabad from October 18 to 20, 2013
by Mailing List Admin 17 Oct '13

17 Oct '13

Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2013 14:39:36 +0530 From: Richa Srivastava <richa.srivastava36(a)gmail.com> Dear Forum Members Sardar Patel Institute of Public Administration, Ahmedabad is organizing a mega book fair at its campus from October 18 to 20, 2013. All institutes and book lovers in and around Ahmedabad are cordially invited. More than 70 leading publishers and distributors are participating in the book fair. -- Thanks and warm regards Library Co-ordinator Sardar Patel Institute of Public Administration (SPIPA)* Administrative Reforms & Training Division General Administration Department, Government of Gujarat Satellite Road - 380015 Phone: 079-26747612 (ext: 219)

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E-Content 2013 - Registrations closing soon
by Soji Mathew 17 Oct '13

17 Oct '13

Informatics (India) limited is pleased to invite all LIS and allied professionals to listen to eminent speakers during E-Content 2013. Key notes will be delivered by: at Chennai by Dr. M. Ponnavaiko, Vice Chancellor, SRM University at Ahmedabad by Dr. Jagdish Arora, Director, INFLIBNET at Delhi by Prof. R K Shevgaonkar, Director, IIT Delhi at Kolkata by Prof. Suranjan Das, Vice-Chancellor, University of Calcutta (tentative) We also have a panel of experts debating on Discovery Services in the seminar platform. Please register yourself for participating in the seminar and to listen to the panelists or question them. We have another round of quiz for people who will register now and who have registered after the last quiz happened. May be you could be the winner of an attractive gift. Register for free at: www.informindia.co.in/event2013 (please note that prior registration is mandatory). Hurry up... seats are filling up fast... If you are not able to attend please send your questions to events(a)informindia.co.in and we shall try our best to put these questions to the panelists during the debate. Regards, E-Content 2013 Team -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Interesting facts from latest nature
by Ragaavendra R 17 Oct '13

17 Oct '13

Dear Moderator pls circulate. SCIENCE PUBLISHING: THE GOLDEN CLUB<http://www.nature.com/news/science-publishing-the-golden-club-1.13951?WT.ec…> PUBLISHING: OPEN CITATIONS<http://www.nature.com/news/publishing-open-citations-1.13937?WT.ec_id=NATUR…> RESEARCH EVALUATION: IMPACT<http://www.nature.com/news/research-evaluation-impact-1.13949?WT.ec_id=NATU…> THE MAZE OF IMPACT METRICS<http://www.nature.com/news/the-maze-of-impact-metrics-1.13952?WT.ec_id=NATU…> Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and may not represent those of the Company or bind the Company. Any commitments made over e-mail are not financially binding on the company unless accompanied or followed by a valid purchase order. This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by Mail Scanner, and is believed to be clean. The Company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.jubl.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Require Interns at LRC, Indian School of Business
by vijaya lakshmi 17 Oct '13

17 Oct '13

Greetings from the Indian School of Business! Learning Resource Centre, Indian School of Business invites applications for internship position from eligible candidates for its Hyderabad and Mohali Campuses. The requisite educational qualification and other details are posted on ISB career site at: Career at ISB Please email your resumes to career_lrc@isb. edu latest by November 15, 2013. Thank you Vijaya -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Congratulation to Dr. R. Jeyshankar
by Suruli Nathi 15 Oct '13

15 Oct '13

Dear Professional Friends Let us join hands to congratulate Dr. R. Jeyshankar for going to get Research Award from University Grant Commission. Dr. R. Jayshankar working as a Assistant professor in Department of Library and Information Science, Alagappa University, Karaikudi, Tamilnadu. (Draft Recommendation of the Subject(s) Experts for the Research Award (2012-2014). http://www.ugc.ac.in/pdfnews/4493658_Held-on-15th-October-2013.pdf -- With regards Dr. T. M. Surulinathi M.com, MLIS, M.Phil., Ph.D, PGDCA, HDNCC, CGT Assistant Professor Department of Library and Information Science Bharathidasan University Trichy - 620 024 Mobile No: 9943653068 http://surulinathi.webnode.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Admission to Ph.D. in Library & Information Science at Aligarh Muslim University
by zafar iqbal 15 Oct '13

15 Oct '13

Applications are invited for admission to Ph.D. Programme in Library & Information Science at Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh for the session 2013-14. For more details please visit: http://www.amucontrollerexams.com/admissions_phd.html -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Talk-a-DL @ ICADL 2013: Your Dias to tell your story/share your experience about Digital Libraries(DL)
by Byrappa, Ananda (GE Global Research) 15 Oct '13

15 Oct '13

Dear LIS professionals, Did you miss the deadline to submit your paper to ICADL 2013? or Didn't you find time to write a paper?...but have an inspiring story or an experience to share? Then 'Talk-a-DL' is for you. What is 'Talk-a-DL'? 'Talk-a-DL' is a platform ICADL 2013 offers to its participants to tell their story and share experiences about DL. No compulsion for written papers or power-point presentations...all one needs to have is an inspiring story to tell or an experience to share about DL & related areas. More about Talk-a-DL: 1. Last date for registering for Talk-a-DL is 3 :00 PM December 10, 2013 2. Each Speaker gets 3 minutes ( can have 3 slides maximum) 3. Need to register at the ICADL 2013 Register and participate in ICADL 2013 to tell and listen to inspiring DL stories and experiences @ Talk-a-DL - from India. Asia and the world. ICADL 2013 registrations: http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/Registration.html IACADL 2013 website: http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/ See you all @ ICADL 2013! Anand Ananda T.Byrappa Global Leader, Whitney Knowledge Centre Six Sigma Black-Belt GE India Technology Centre 122, EPIP, Phase 2, Whitefield Road, Bangalore - 560066, INDIA Ph: 91-80-4088 2618; Cell: 91 9845027250 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Application invited for Library trainees @ IPR Gandhinagar (Gujarat)
by Veeru 15 Oct '13

15 Oct '13

Dear all, INSTITUTE FOR PLASMA RESEARCH Near Indira Bridge, Bhat Village, Dist. Gandhinagar - 382 428 ADVT. NO. 04/2013 The Institute for Plasma Research is a premier scientific institute under the Department of Atomic Energy, Govt. of India devoted to research and development activities in the areas of basic Plasma Physics, Magnetic Confinement fusion and industrial applications of plasmas. Applications are invited from highly motivated and result oriented candidates for the posts of : *Library Trainee *-No. vacancy: 04 *QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE* : Post Graduate in Library and Information Science (above 55% marks) with knowledge of Computer. Trainees will be required to work in shifts *STIPEND* for the Library Trainees Consolidated Rs.10000/- p.m. for first six months and thereafter Rs.12000/- p.m. For more information visit website :- http://www.ipr.res.in/advertisements/Rec_Advt_04_2013.pdf :- http://www.ipr.res.in/advertisements.html Application:- http://www.ipr.res.in/advertisements/appliformat.doc <http://www.ipr.res.in/advertisements.html>-- Thanks and Warm Regards Virupaksh. B. H Library and Information Assistant National Library of India, Kolkata-700027 Email Id: *veerulis(a)gmail.com* * * * * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Application invited for Library trainees @ IPR Gandhinagar
by Veeru 15 Oct '13

15 Oct '13

Dear all, INSTITUTE FOR PLASMA RESEARCH Near Indira Bridge, Bhat Village, Dist. Gandhinagar - 382 428 ADVT. NO. 04/2013 -- Thanks and Warm Regards Virupaksh. B. H Library and Information Assistant National Library of India, Kolkata-700027 Email Id: *veerulis(a)gmail.com* * * * * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Internet giants Amazon, Apple and Google targeted ahead of world's biggest book fair
by noufal＠tatamotors.com 15 Oct '13

15 Oct '13

Please circulate . Dear All: Organisers of the world's biggest book fair warned on Tuesday against the domination of Internet giants as the publishing world grapples to blend old and new forms of reading. American giants Amazon, Apple and Google -- whose entry into the world of online sales and digital books is threatening the traditional publishing industry -- are "logistics magicians but are not publishers", said Juergen Boos, director of the Frankfurt Book Fair. For full story: http://articles.economictimes.indiatimes.com/2013-10-09/news/42864500_1_ frankfurt-book-fair-juergen-boos-book-stores Regards, Noufal.PP Library & Information Services Management Training Centre Tata Motors Jamshedpur Mob:09234607094 LP:0657 6693633 ******************************************************************************************************************************************************** "This e-Mail may contain proprietary and confidential information and is sentfor the intended recipient(s) only. If, by an addressing or transmission error,this mail has been misdirected to you, you are requested to delete this mailimmediately. You are also hereby notified that any use, any form of reproduction, dissemination, copying, disclosure, modification, distribution and/or publication of this e-mail message,contents or its attachment(s) other than by its intended recipient(s) is strictly prohibited. Any opinions expressed in this email are those of the individual and not necessarily of the organization. Before opening attachment(s), please scan for viruses." ******************************************************************************************************************************************************** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Registrations Open: International Conference on Digital Libraries (ICDL) 2013
by ICDL TERI 14 Oct '13

14 Oct '13

TERI is organizing ICDL 2013 (International Conference on Digital Libraries) during 27–29 November 2013 at India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi. The conference would be inaugurated by Hon'ble VICE PRESIDENT OF INDIA. The major objectives of this mega event are: • To bridge the digital divide between developed and developing countries • To create a platform through capacity building on Digital Library, Knowledge Management and applications of Social Media ICDL 2013 is also expecting an august gathering of over 500 participants drawn from cross-disciplinary areas etc. We have received confirmations from several renowned international experts for participating in the deliberations. Some of the highlights of the conference would be: ü Thematic Workshop addressing on contemporary issues to a focused group of clientele ü Tutorials by leading DL experts of the World ü Conference deliberation by the luminaries of Digital Library ü Exposition by National and International Publishers, Knowledge Vendors Tutorials@ ICDL 2013 1) Introduction to data mining with Weka by Ian H Witten Professor, University of Waikato New Zealand 2.Imagine! Information retrieval from the WWW by images by Paul Nieuwenhuysen Professor, Vrije Universiteit Brussels 3) Content-based Image Retrieval: Concepts, Challenges, and Research Opportunities by Ricardo da Silva Torres Associate professor Institute of Computing (IC) University of Campinas (UNICAMP) Brazil 4) Ontological Engineering by Kavi Mahesh Professor, PES Institute of Technology, Bangalore, and Principal Consultant, Knowledge Management Group, Infosys Technologies Ltd. Bangalore, India 5)Using XML and TEI to produce digital books for digital libraries by Alejandro Bia CIO - DEMI Área de Lenguajes y Sistemas Informáticos Spain 6) Open Data Repositories & Linked Data by ARD Prasad, Professor & Head, DRTC, ISI, India Workshops cum panel discussion@ICDL 2013 1) Standardization and Interoperability in the context of Digital Libraries by UNESCO 2) National Mission Libraries (Activities) and National Virtual Library Initiative (NVLI) by Ministry of Culture 3) Open Access by Nature Publishing Group 4) New Trend in e-Publishing: Unlocking More Value for the Researcher byElsevier 5) Workflow based Platform for Digital Archiving by Trinaina Informatics Limited 6) Revolutionizing the Publishing Model by JoVE 7) Audio-visual Archives: Focus and Challenges by Prasar Bharati For registration kindly visit our website: http://www.teriin.org/events/icdl/register.php Mailing Address: ICDL 2013 Secretariat The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) India Habitat Centre Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003, India Tel: +91 11 24682100 or 41504900 Fax: 24682144 Email: ICDL2013(a)teri.res.in Website: www.teriin.org/events/icdl -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Short Term Course on ABCD
by G Mahesh 13 Oct '13

13 Oct '13

CSIR-NISCAIR is conducting a five days course on the Library Automation Software ABCD. Following are the details: Course title: ABCD-A complete automation package Date: November 4 to November 8, 2013 Course fee: Rs. 4000/- (without accommodation), Rs. 5,200/- (with accommodation) For further details, contact: training(a)niscair.res.in G. Mahesh CSIR-NISCAIR -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Announcing the 3rd Annual EPT Award for individuals
by mailman＠ncsi.iisc.ernet.in 12 Oct '13

12 Oct '13

From: "Subbiah Arunachalam" <subbiah.arunachalam(a)gmail.com> Date: Sat, October 12, 2013 12:26 am Friends: It is time to send nominations for this year's EPT award for individuals working for the advancement of OA in developing and transition countries. I am attaching the announcement. Please ensure wide publicity. Thanks and best wishes. Arun Below is the press release announcing the 3rd Annual Award for individuals in the developing world who have made a significant contribution to Open Access. The application form for nominations follows the announcement. The EPT hopes to receive a similarly large number of representations as were received for the award in its first two years. THE 2013 EPT AWARD FOR INDIVIDUALS IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES WORKING FOR OA Open Access Week arrives again this October, and is a time to celebrate all that has been achieved in the previous twelve months. The Electronic Publishing Trust is a long standing advocate of OA and the difference it can make. As our contribution to this years OA Week, we are offering our third annual international award to recognise the impact that individuals can make. The huge interest in and success of the first two awards makes it clear that such international recognition acknowledges the very real efforts being made by many individuals throughout the world, and accelerates the development of models for achieving the open and free transfer of essential information for the progress of research. ANNOUNCEMENT : The Electronic Publishing Trust* is pleased to announce that it is offering its third annual award for individuals in developing and transition countries** who have made significant advances to the cause of open access and the free exchange of research findings. Information on previous winners can be found on our website at http://epublishingtrust.net/ Nominations are sought for the award. Individuals may be nominated by themselves or others or by organisations, sending a statement using the attached form to the chair of the EPT Board, (d.law(a)strath.ac.uk) outlining the achievements of the individual. Please find the nominations form below. Nominations should be received by 30th November 2013. Selection of a winner will be made by a panel of EPT Board Members which will be chaired by Dr Patrick Corran, and will include Leslie Chan, Subbiah Arunachalam, Barbara Kirsop, co-founder of the charity, and Judy Ugonna. The result will be announced in January 2014 and it is intended that a presentation will be made at a location convenient to the winner. The award recipient will be publicly recognised through the presentation of a certificate and an engraved award. It is also hoped to have a side event at future OA meetings to celebrate the work of the winner. EPT Award submission form for nominations 1. The EPT Award is for individuals who have made an impact on the progress of open access to research findings. 2. Nominations may be made by individuals or organisations. 3. Please supply the following information: Name of nominee: Affiliation of nominee: Position or role of nominee: Contact address and email of nominee: Contact address and email of proposer: Please provide a brief statement to describe the ACTIVITIES of the nominee in support of Open Access (no more than 250 words): Please describe the RESULTS AND SIGNIFICANCE of these activities (no more than 500 words): Please send your proposal by 30/11/2013 to: EPT Chair, Derek Law, at d.law(a)strath.ac.uk

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Open Source ILS: An information portal for librarians
by Shamprasad Pujar 12 Oct '13

12 Oct '13

Dear Members, Evergreen, Koha and Open Source Integrated Library Systems (OSS ILS) are the subject of much interest among librarians, system administrators, and library administrators. Open source ILS provides a single portal for information about these technologies and how they can work in any library setting including academic, public, school and special libraries. The site will allow you to: 1. Find out what OSS ILS has to offer to different types of libraries 2. Evaluate OSS ILS to see if it can work for your library 3. Learn about the steps involved in migrating to OSS ILS 4. Locate technical assistance in the open source community as well as from support vendor More info can be found at: http://www.opensourceils.com It is an good effort from researchers/developers to provide all the information at one place. Regards, Dr Shamprasad M. Pujar Deputy Librarian Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research Gen Vaidya Marg, Goregaon (East) MUMBAI-400 065, India Phone: ++91-22-2841 6547 E-mail: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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InfoQuiz @ICADL2013: Early Registration Winners
by franc＠library.iisc.ernet.in 11 Oct '13

11 Oct '13

Winning in InfoQuiz2013 starts with registration. Every 50th registration would receive a small cash prize of Rs.1000 as lucky winners. Here are first four lucky winners to receive this cash prize. 1. Mr. Sukhwinder Randhawa, CRRID, Chandigarh, India (50th registration) 2. Ms. Anitha P G, Indian Institute of Information Technology & Management, Technopark, Trivandrum (100th registration) 3. Dr. Amita Pradhan, Chief Librarian, Sinhgad Institutes, Pune (150th registration) 4. Mr. Sanjeev Kumar Sinha, DELNET, New Delhi (200th registration) InfoQuiz online round will go live soon. Keeping in view the Dasara Festive season, the Online Quiz date is moved to 28th October. Before taking the live InfoQuiz, the registered participants will have an opportunity for a trial round on 24th October 2013. Top-six winners of the online round on 28th will qualify for stage quiz at the ICADL2013 in Bangalore on 10th December. Winners of the Online Quiz are the privileged guests of ICADL with free registration for the conference and travel and hospitality paid by Informatics India Ltd., the organizers of InforQuiz2013. InfoQuiz is a technical Quiz for all Library & Information Professionals world over. Do not miss this brainteaser opportunity. Register today, if you havent yet. Take the trial quiz on 24th October, and get ready for the real one on 28th October. We will be announcing the duel time for Asia-Pacific and rest-of-the-world. Watch the ICADL2013 website -- http://www.icadl2013.org.in/ -- for the announcement of these schedules. Enter InfoQuiz 2013 and aspire to get global recognition as Star Winners at ICADL 2013--the 15th International Conference on Asia-Pacific Digital Libraries, being organized for the second time in India. N. V. Sathyanarayana Informatics India Ld Bangalore 560003 www.informaticsglobal.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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15th ICADL 2013- Inaugural Keynote by Dr. Rakesh Agrawal-very well known Data Mining Expert and Microsoft Technical Fellow at the MSR Search Labs, USA
by Shalini Urs 11 Oct '13

11 Oct '13

Dear LIS Professionals, One more reason to be part of the premier Digital Library Conference and retool and reposition! ICADL 2013 is happy to announce its Inaugural Keynote speaker! The Inaugural keynote at the ICADL 2013 on December 9, 2013 will be given by Dr. Rakesh Agrawal�Microsoft Technical Fellow at the MSR Search Labs, who is well known for developing fundamental data mining concepts and technologies and pioneering key concepts in data privacy, including Hippocratic Database, Sovereign Information Sharing, and Privacy-Preserving Data Mining. Rakesh's new quest is to use Internet to bring the benefits of computing to the underserved. To know more about the speaker http://rakesh.agrawal-family.com He is the recipient of the ACM-SIGKDD First Innovation Award, ACM-SIGMOD Edgar F. Codd Innovations Award, ACM-SIGMOD Test of Time Award, VLDB 10-Yr Most Influential Paper Award, and the Computerworld First Horizon Award. He is a Member of the National Academy of Engineering, a Fellow of ACM, and a Fellow of IEEE. Scientific American named him to the list of 50 top scientists and technologists in 2003. Prior to joining Microsoft in March 2006, Rakesh was an IBM Fellow and led the Quest group at the IBM Almaden Research Center. Earlier, he was with the Bell Laboratories, Murray Hill from 1983 to 1989. He also worked for 3 years at India's premier company, the Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd. He received the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Computer Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1983. He also holds a B.E. degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from IIT-Roorkee, and atwo-year Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Engineering from the National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE), Bombay. IBM's commercial data mining product, Intelligent Miner, grew out of Dr. Agrawal��s work. His research has been incorporated into other IBM products, including DB2 Mining Extender, DB2 OLAP Server and WebSphere Commerce Server, and has influenced several othercommercial and academic products, prototypes and applications. His other technical contributions include Polyglot object-oriented type system, Alertactive database system, Ode (Object database and environment), Alpha (extension of relational databases with generalized transitive closure), Nest distributed system, transaction management, and database machines. Rakesh has been granted more than 60 patents. He has published more than 150 research papers, many of them considered seminal. He has written the 1st as well as 2nd highest cited of all papers in the fields of databases and data mining (13th and 15th most citedacross all computer science as of Februray 2007 in CiteSeer). Wikipedia lists one of his papers as one of the most influential database papers. His papers have been cited more than 6500 times, with more than 15 of them receiving more than 100 citations each. He is the most cited author in the field of database systems. His work has been featured in New York Times Year in Review, New York Times Science section, and several other publications. For updates and more details : http://www.icadl2013.org.in <http://www.icadl2013.org.in/> See you at ICADL 2013! Shalini -- Dr. Shalini R.Urs Chair, ICADL 2013 & Executive Director and Professor International School of Information Management University of Mysore Manasagangotri Mysore - 570006 Phone : + 91 821 2514699 Fax : + 91 821 2519209 www.isim.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Social Media and its Use Among LIS Professionals in India: A Survey
by Mailing List Admin 11 Oct '13

11 Oct '13

Date: Thu, 10 Oct 2013 15:10:14 +0530 (IST) From: Mailing List Admin <mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> Date: Wed, 9 Oct 2013 22:10:27 +0800 (SGT) From: Shihab Illias <librarianmace(a)yahoo.co.in> Dear Sir/Madam Please find enclosed link of a online questionnaire which is related to Study on�Social Media and its Use Among LIS Professionals in India: A Survey.�Kindly co-operate with me by filling the questionnaire. The information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only for data analysis. Your identity will not be revealed to anybody. Your co-operation is solicited. To fill it out, please visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1MoLbCzgOoQHg9UQbbqCh1C7sJh5V3bJHALP_ALicec… Shihab.I, Library Professional, University of Kerala

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project trainee for JRD Tata Memorial Library
by ksc＠library.iisc.ernet.in 11 Oct '13

11 Oct '13

Applications are invited for project trainee for a temporary period of 6 months( which is likely to be extended further) at JRD Tata Memorial Library Qualification: MLISc Ist class from a recognised university; Relaxation for sc/st students: pass class Emoluments: Rs. 7500 ( likely to be enhanced) Last date: 18 oct 2013 walk in interview: date will be notified through lis-forum The applicants need to produce originals for verification at the time of interview and be ready to join within a week from the date of selection Chudamani -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancies at DELNET for the posts of Software Development Associates
by Dr Sangeeta Kaul 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

DELNET Applications are invited for the posts of Software Development Associates. Candidates having technical expertise in DSpace/Koha software with good know-how of Linux, Perl, MySql, Java and PostgreSQL with atleast two years working experience in Koha/DSpace may apply. Salary as per qualifications and experience. Apply within ten days to The Director, DELNET, JNU Campus, Nelson Mandela Road, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi-110070. Email: hkkaul(a)gmail.com ****************************** =========== NACLIN 2013 will be held in collaboration with MNIT Jaipur at Hotel Clarks Amer, Jaipur from December 10-12, 2013. Please visit www.naclin.org for details or write to us to receive a formal invitation letter and hard copy of the brochure. We would appreciate your kind participation. ============= _______________________________________________________________________________ Dr Sangeeta Kaul Network Manager DELNET-Developing Library Network Jawaharlal Nehru University Campus Nelson Mandela Road Vasant Kunj New Delhi-110070 Tel: 91-11-26742222, 26741266, 9810329992 (M) Fax: 91-11-26741122 Email: sangs(a)delnet.ren.nic.in, sangskaul2003(a)yahoo.co.in Web : www.delnet.nic.in ________________________________________________________________________________ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for soft copy of an article
by ddp 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

Dear Moderator, Kindly arrange to publish my request for soft copy of an article on LIS forum. Thanks. Dear Professionals and friends, one of our research student needs following article for his research purpose. If any one of you have access to it, kindly arrange to send the soft copy. Zimler, J. & Keenan J. M. (1983). Imagery in the congenitally blind: How visual are visual images? Journal of Experimental Psychology: Learning, Memory, and Cognition, Vol 9(2), pp.269-282. Regards. D. D. Prdnekar Homi Bhabha Centre For Science Education Tata Institute Of Fundamental Research V. N. Purav Marg, Mankhurd Mumbai 400 088. Te.No. : 022-25072337 / 25072303 E-Mail : library(a)hbcse.tifr.res.in / ddp(a)hbcse.tifr.res.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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French PhD scheme for Indians
by Mailing List Admin 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Thu, 10 Oct 2013 12:16:34 +0530 From: Aman Jha <aman.jha(a)cii.in> The Telegraph (Calcutta) New Delhi, Oct. 9: France is likely to throw open to Indian scholars a scheme that allows them to pursue research for PhDs, funded jointly by academic institutions and French industrial firms and designed to boost employment prospects. For details, you may visit, http://www.telegraphindia.com/1131010/jsp/nation/story_17444872.jsp

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Social Media and its Use Among LIS Professionals in India: A Survey
by Mailing List Admin 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

Date: Wed, 9 Oct 2013 22:10:27 +0800 (SGT) From: Shihab Illias <librarianmace(a)yahoo.co.in> Dear Sir/Madam Please find enclosed link of a online questionnaire which is related to Study on�Social Media and its Use Among LIS Professionals in India: A Survey.�Kindly co-operate with me by filling the questionnaire. The information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only for data analysis. Your identity will not be revealed to anybody. Your co-operation is solicited. To fill it out, please visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1MoLbCzgOoQHg9UQbbqCh1C7sJh5V3 bJHALP_ALicec8/viewform Shihab.I, Library Professional, University of Kerala

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Library positions at RRI
by Mailing List Admin 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

Raman Research Library has advertised for two library Assistants Positions. Please see their website (URL) given below for more information. http://www.rri.res.in/downloads/Lib_Assist.pdf - Moderator, LIS-Forum

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Scientific Data is now open for submissions!
by Dinesh Siddaiah 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

Dear All, *Scientific Data* is a new open-access, online-only publication for descriptions of scientifically valuable datasets. It introduces a new type of content called the *Data Descriptor* designed to make your data more discoverable, interpretable and reusable. *Scientific Data* is currently calling for submissions<http://blogs.nature.com/scientificdata/2013/10/08/call-for-submissions/>, and will *launch in May 2014*. Best Regards, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. Deputy Librarian, Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, Nangal Road, Rupnagar, Punjab - 140 001. Email: dinesh(a)iitrpr.ac.in dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Phone: 01881 - 242134 (O) 9779747902 (M) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ANNOUNCEMENT: LAUNCH OF AN ONLINE DATA JOURNAL
by Ragaavendra R 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

Dear Moderator pls circulate. ANNOUNCEMENT: LAUNCH OF AN ONLINE DATA JOURNAL Everyone wants better ways to make research data available and to give more credit to the researchers who create and share data. But for a data set to be widely reusable, scientists need to know how the data were produced and what quality-control experiments were performed. They need access to detailed descriptions of the data outputs, file formats, sample identifiers and replication structure. This is hard work that is often poorly rewarded. As a result, potentially valuable data sets go unpublished, or are not fully released to the public or not described in sufficient detail to permit reuse. TO COMPLETE READ AND REFERENCE LINK: http://www.nature.com/news/announcement-launch-of-an-online-data-journal-1.… Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and may not represent those of the Company or bind the Company. Any commitments made over e-mail are not financially binding on the company unless accompanied or followed by a valid purchase order. This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by Mail Scanner, and is believed to be clean. The Company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.jubl.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article Requirement
by LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER SUMANDEEP VIDYAPEETH 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

Dear All Our Research Scholar require following full text articles for research purpose. 1. Job related stress, emotional labor and depressive symptoms among nurses Korea. Journal of nursing scholarship Vol. 45 Issue 2 Pages 169-176 June 2013 2 The Effects of stress on physician and their medical careers. New England Journal of medical 1982 vol. 306 Issue 8 page no. 458-464 3.Hawk J Scott, C D , A case of family medicine sources of stress in residents of health professionals. New York: Vruner Mazel, 1986 Page no.111-156 4.Ramirez A Z, Graham J , Richards, M A : Mental health of hospital consultants ; effects of stress and satisfaction at work. Lancet 1996; 347(9003) ; page no. 724-728 -- Thanking You DIRECTOR, LEARNING RESOURCE CENTRE SUMANDEEP VIDYAPEETH PIPARIYA -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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You are invited to test & challenge your IQ at INFO-QUIZ @ ICADL 2013
by Byrappa, Ananda (GE Global Research) 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

Dear LIS Professional, You are invited to test and challenge your IQ!...come, register & participate in INFO-QUIZ @ ICADL 2013. InfoQuiz 2013 registrations are closing shortly...register today at: http://iiws.informindia.co.in/ICADL/ MORE ABOUT INFOQUIZ-2013:( http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/infoquiz.html ) ICADL 2013 brings to you InfoQuiz 2013, a first in the ICADL conference series. InfoQuiz is presented by Informatics India Ltd., Bangalore-a three decade old Information Company and ICADL 2013 corporate partner. InfoQuiz, a brain teaser for all the Digital Library enthusiasts, is an exciting Quiz contest open to all Infomaniacs across the world. The grand finale would be held at the ICADL'2013, on the second day of the conference (10th December 2013), from 6.30 to 7.30pm. InfoQuiz 2013 is in two rounds. - Round One: A global Online Quiz, open to all Information professionals. This will be conducted during the second week of October. Top three scorers will be selected from this round to participate in the final round. - Final Round: A stage quiz during the ICADL'2013 conference. What do the winners get? The winners of the first round will get free registration for ICADL'2013. Travel and local hospitality expenses will be sponsored of by Informatics, the InfoQuiz organisers. Grand Finale: - In addition to the winners of the Online Quiz, ICADL delegates will also be able to take part in this exciting contest - Each of the three winners of the Online Quiz will be paired with one partner from the audience for the stage quiz - The Winners of the Grand Finale will take home a grand trophy and cash prizes too. Best Regards, Anand Ananda T.Byrappa Global Leader, Whitney Knowledge Centre Six Sigma Black-Belt GE India Technology Centre 122, EPIP, Phase 2, Whitefield Road, Bangalore - 560066, INDIA Ph: 91-80-4088 2618; Cell: 91 9845027250 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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[ELF] RLEA-2013 at VTU: Last date is extended for Submission of Paper for National Conference at VTU, Belgaum
by Engg-Lib-Forum from India 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

Dear Sir/Madam, Greeting for the day, I wish to bring your kind consideration that, in continuation of my previous mails regarding the National Conference on “Redefining Libraries in Electronic Age (RLEA-2013)”, which is scheduled on 29th & 30th November, 2013 to be held at Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belgaum. The last date is extended for submission of Paper on or before 30th October 2013. For more information please visit> http://vtuerm12.webs.com/events.htm Thanking you With due regards Dr. KR Mulla Organizing Secretary, Librarian, Visvesvaraya Technological University, “Jnana Sangama” Belgaum-590 018, Karnataka. +91-9449873452 (M), +91-9448031969 (M) +91-831-2498191 (O) +91-831-2498192 (Fax) Email: krmulla(a)vtu.ac.in/ krmulla(a)gmail.com URL: www.vtu.ac.in Conference Website: http://vtuerm12.webs.com/events.htm -- Posted By Engg-Lib-Forum from India to ELF at 10/09/2013 09:07:00 PM -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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School Library Building
by Shams Raza 09 Oct '13

09 Oct '13

Dear Professionals, I am happy to communicate you that the construction of our (SAINIK SCHOOL)School library building about to complete. Now we are looking for its internal decoration, furniture etc. In this connection may I request you kindly suggest me, 1. modern aspects of library buildings 2. best School library buildings to visit 3. Experienced Interior decorators in library buildings 4. What to do and what should not do in library interior etc. related to defence I eagerly waiting for your suggestions in this regards. Your's truly *Shams Reza Librarian Sainik School Nalanda* *(Ministry Of Defence Govt. of India) P.O. Rajgir,Distt.Nalanda PIN No- 803 116 (BIHAR)* *https://sainikschoolnalanda.bih.nic.in Google Talk: shamsraza(a)gmail.com* *Yahoo Talk : shams_hs19(a)yahoo.co.in Rediff Boll : shams97(a)rediffmail.com Mobile Talk : +91 9430247793* *Basic (Home)-06112255178** * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Social Media and its Use Among LIS Professionals in India: A Survey
by Shihab Illias 09 Oct '13

09 Oct '13

Dear Sir/Madam Please find enclosed link of a online questionnaire which is related to Study on Social Media and its Use Among LIS Professionals in India: A Survey. Kindly co-operate with me by filling the questionnaire. The information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only for data analysis. Your identity will not be revealed to anybody. Your co-operation is solicited. To fill it out, please visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/ d/ 1MoLbCzgOoQHg9UQbbqCh1C7sJh5V3 bJHALP_ALicec8/viewform Shihab.I, Library Professional, University of Kerala -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article request.
by Mohammad Pasha 09 Oct '13

09 Oct '13

Dear All, One of our faculty needed below article, please send me if you have access to this. *Medical Teacher, 2012, Vol. 34, No. 5 : Pages 392-397***** ** Peer-assisted learning in teaching clinical examination to junior medical students <http://informahealthcare.com/doi/abs/10.3109/0142159X.2012.668240> **** · Benjamin I. Silbert<http://informahealthcare.com/action/doSearch?type=advanced&prevSearch=autho…> **** Thanks and Regards, Mohammed Pasha, Librarian, RAK Medical and Health Sciences University, Ras Al Khaimah - UAE www.rakmhsu.com Telephone No. 00971 07 2269000 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Training Programme
by Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai 09 Oct '13

09 Oct '13

Dear All, Central University of Kerala is organizing a one day training programme on: *IN-TEXT CITATION AND REFERENCING PATTERN [According to American Psychological Association (APA) Standards]* Date: 30th October, 2013 Time:10am to 1pm (Theory) 2pm to 5pm (Practice) Venue: University Library Maximum intake: 20 *THERE IS NO REGISTRATION FEE. FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION, PLEASE VISIT: * * * https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Jm1qWV9lNh4Cky-lhT7pFv1JtHVEqhGL2cweasPk6e… * *. ADMISSION WILL BE ON FIRST COME FIRST SERVED BASIS. Regards, -- Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai *MA; MLISc; PGDEC; PGDCA; DCHN; NET; PhD.* Assistant Librarian & Publication Officer Co-ordinator, NMEICT Nodal Officer, Higher Education Survey Associate Editor, CUK Newsletter Central University of Kerala Vidyanagar P.O. Kasargod, Kerala, India Mob: 09447468586 Blog: www.dineshkoovakkai.blogspot.com Visit our library website at: www.universitylibrarycuk.yolasite.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Hearty Congratulations to Dr. Keshava, Chairman, DLISc, Tumkur University, Tumkur
by Nagappa B 09 Oct '13

09 Oct '13

Hearty Congratulations to Dr. Keshava on his appointment as Chairman of the Dept. of Studies & Research in LIS, Tumkur University, Tumkur, which is the reflection of his hard work and recognition for his professional commitment and contributions. We are sure that under his able leadership, the department will move towards the new heights! Being very young and energetic teacher, we are confident that he will definitely enhance the visibility of the profession by grooming the young LIS professionals and make one of the best dept. in the field of LIS. Once again, our heartiest congratulations and wish you all success in future endeavours. With Best Wishes Dr. Nagappa B. Head | Information Resource Centre | Tata Consultancy Services Pioneer Building, International Tech Park | Padandhur Agrahara | Whitefield Road | Bangalore - 560 066 | Karnataka | India Ph:- +91 80 67251330 | Buzz:- 4851330 / 4224 | Cell:- 91-7760505296 Mailto: nagappa.b(a)tcs.com =====-----=====-----===== Notice: The information contained in this e-mail message and/or attachments to it may contain confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient, any dissemination, use, review, distribution, printing or copying of the information contained in this e-mail message and/or attachments to it are strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us by reply e-mail or telephone and immediately and permanently delete the message and any attachments. Thank you -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ICKM 2013: Invitation for Registration
by Usashi Chatterjee 08 Oct '13

08 Oct '13

*****Apologies for cross-posting***** --- INVITATION FOR REGISTRATION --- International Conference on Knowledge Modelling and Knowledge Management will take place from 20 - 21 November 2013 at the Indian Statistical Institute - Bangalore Centre, Bangalore, India. Conference website: http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/ickm/ The objective is to bring together experts from different areas of information science, computer science, artificial intelligence and other disciplines, who have a mutual interest in understanding and solving problems of knowledge modelling and knowledge management. The aim is to recognize and focus on new areas of knowledge modelling and knowledge management. Therefore philosophy, logic, linguistics, cognitive science, health care, management science, media, etc. are relevant areas, too. The conference programme features a series of eminent speakers: Fausto Giunchiglia, Aditya Bagchi, M. P. Satija etc. To know more about conference programme and to register, go to the conference website: http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/ickm/ Registration fees: Full Registration: INR. 2000 (Indian & SAARC Delegates) USD 100 (Foreign Delegates other than SAARC) Student Registration*: INR. 1000 (Indian & SAARC Delegates) USD 50 (Foreign Delegates other than SAARC) *To avail concessional registration, Students should send/produce a letter from the head of the Institute/Department on official letter head certifying them as regular/full-time students. This is not meant for part-time students. The registration fee covers working lunches, refreshments, conference kit and the conference proceedings Contact: ickm2013(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in, bisu(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in We look forward to seeing you in November. With Regards, Dr. Biswanath Dutta (Convener - ICKM 2013) Documentation Research & Training Centre (DRTC), Indian Statistical Institute (I.S.I), 8th Mile, Mysore Road, R.V. College Post, Bangalore - 560 059, Karnataka INDIA E-mail : ickm2013(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in bisu(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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CFP -- ISACA India Conference on "IT Governance, Information Security & Assurance" at Chennai during 28-29, Nov 2013
by Mohan Hr 08 Oct '13

08 Oct '13

Dear all, Pl. find the call for participation in the ISACA India Conference on "IT Governance, Information Security & Assurance" being held at Park Sheraton, Chennai during 28-29, Nov 2013 along with a pre-conf. workshop on 27th Nov 2013. CSI & IEEE CS are the supporting partners to this conf. Discounted registration fee is applicable to the members of CSI/IEEE members at par with ISACA members. Also, Early Bird discounts are available till 15th Oct 2013. Pl. see the brochure at http://ieeecs-madras.managedbiz.com/pgms/isaca-india-conf-2013.pdf As seats are limited, pl. register at the earliest at the discounted fee applicable to members. With regards HR Mohan Chairman, IEEE CS & VP, CSI CALL FOR PARTICIPATION ==================== The first ever ISACA India Conference 2013 will happen at Chennai, India on the theme of IT Governance, Information Security & Assurance to be held at Park Sheraton, Chennai, INDIA on November 28 & 29, 2013. ISACA Chennai Chapter are the lead organisers for this esteemed conference that is supported by all ISACA India chapters. ISACA is pleased to offer discounted delegate pricing to members of CSI/IEEE members at par with ISACA members. This two day conference will have two tracks with one track dedicated to the BFSI (Business, Financial Services and Insurance) segment and a conference networking cocktail dinner. The conference will feature contemporary topics both on the technical and governance aspects of the theme delivered by eminent speakers. A pre- conference workshop is being offered on November 27, 2013. The ISACA India Conference 2013 (IIC 2013), will attract attendees from all over India and overseas. The conference features some of the eminent speakers at the helm of various prominent organisations. This first ever ISACA India conference is supported by IDRBT (Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology, Hyderabad), as knowledge partners. The conference is actively supported by media and publicity partners. The details about the conference and online registration can be found at http://www.isaca-chennai.org/isaca/event/index.html. The event offers upto 16 CPE and significant discounted fee is also available for early bird registrations. To register and avail the Early Bird discounts, visit www.isaca-chennai.org R Vittal Raj, FCA,CISA,CGEIT,CISM,CISSP,CIA,CFE Phone:+91 44 2432 1779 | +91 44 2434 1298 |Mobile: +91 94440 21778 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Usefulness of 336, 337, 338 - Physical Description, Etc. Fields
by Narenderan 08 Oct '13

08 Oct '13

Dear Friends, I would like to know the practical usefulness of three MARC21 tags of physical descriptions of 336, 337, 338. Is there any other source apart from this source link. http://www.loc.gov/marc/ If anybody using these tags, please brief me. Thanks Narenthiran. R -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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DRTC Students Seminar
by drtc＠isibang.ac.in 08 Oct '13

08 Oct '13

Indian Statistical Institute Documentation Research and Training Centre Seminar (1) 2012-14 Linked Data: Legacy Data discovery in Semantic Web Era Abstract The evolution of Semantic web from syntactic web has made data on the web machine processable and understandable. A more refined way to this technology is Linked Data, which transforms the web of documents into the web of connected data. Large amount of data is available in different file formats other than RDF, which are known as Legacy Data. RDF provides a framework to achieve Linked Data. So, in order to publish these data as Linked Data we need to extract and convert them to RDF without loss of information. This seminar, would try to explain the Linked Data technology stack and its working principles, highlighting some of its implementations like annotating text using DBpedia Spotlight and publishing legacy data as Linked Data using OpenRefine and Linked Media Framework. Finally it concludes with need for Linked Data in general with particular emphasis for Libraries. SPEAKER : VIKAS BHUSHAN VENUE : DRTC CLASSROOM DATE: 10/10/2013 TIME: 2 PM ALL ARE CORDIALLY INVITED Biswanath Dutta Seminar Coordinator -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Job - Assistant Librarian @ MSEC (Mr. Bentoor V.B.)
by Bentoor V B 08 Oct '13

08 Oct '13

Dear LIS Professionals, Applications are invite for the one post of Assistant Librarian at Central Library in M.S. Engineering College, Bangalore. QUALIFICATION: B.Sc. in Library and Information Science (BLISc.) with a minimum of 55% Marks, and one year experience in appropriate field of Library & Information Science. DESIRABLE: Knowledge of computer applications and Proficiency in English and Kannada language. The candidate should be well conversant with various activities of an Academic Library, such as cataloging, processing of books and periodicals, supervision of special collections, maintenance of Library materials. APPLICATIONS: To apply, send a cover letter and CV with the names and contact details of two referees to library(a)msec.ac.in The closing date for applications is 24th October, 2013. -- Mr. Bentoor V.B. MLISc., (Ph.D) Senior Librarian M.S.Engineering College, Navarathna Agrahara, Sadahalli Post, Off. Kempegowda International Airport Road, BANGALORE - 562 110 Ph: 080 3252 9575 / 9939 / 3297 0290 Fax: 080 4113 7900, www.msec.ac.in Mobile: +91 94820 11094 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Conference on Opening up by Closing the Circle: Strengthening Open Access in India, October 21, 2013, JNU Convention Centre, New Delhi
by Dr. Ramesh C Gaur 08 Oct '13

08 Oct '13

National Conference on Opening up by Closing the Circle: Strengthening Open Access in India UNESCO, in partnership with Central Library, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), and the Commonwealth Educational Media Centre for Asia (CEMCA) is organizing a national conference on ‘Opening up by Closing the Circle: Strengthening Open Access in India’ on 21 October 2013 to mark the international Open Access Week. The first international Open Access for Research Week was celebrated on 19–23 October 2009. Hundreds of leading academic and research sites in over 30 countries marked the week in unique ways, and expressed their support for the advancement of knowledge through free, immediate, online access to the results of scholarly research. Ever since, Open Access Week has been observed internationally to help raise awareness of the potential benefits of Open Access (OA) for research, and to celebrate milestones in making OA a norm in the conduct of science and scholarship. The one-day conference will focus on the need to create an enabling environment for OA in India, to promote and upscale existing OA initiatives, and to encourage the development of new OA programmes. This can be done by ‘closing the circle’ or linking multiple stakeholder groups, namely researchers, librarians, archivists, publishers, technologists, and policymakers, taking into account their concerns and views and providing a platform for them to advocate for a common cause. The conference will provide a unique opportunity to stakeholders to pool their insights, identify and discuss key OA-related issues in the country, and create a roadmap for strengthening OA in India. The specific objectives of the national conference are to: · Build awareness among the stakeholder groups and student community about the importance of OA to scientific research · Facilitate the exchange of experiences, knowledge and best practices of various institutions in the OA space · Contribute towards the creation of an advocacy group that will promote OA at institutional and national levels · Analyze current trends and pitfalls with regard to the OA landscape in India · Develop policy recommendations for the creation of a national mandate to promote OA · Promote partnerships and collaborations among interested stakeholders Venue: JNU Convention Centre Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) New Mehrauli Road New Delhi 110067 The conference is open to all Library and Information Science professionals. The academicians/researchers interested in open access may also attend. There is no registration fee. Registration is restricted to only 100 participants on “first-cum-first serve basis”. Registration can be sent by email at unescojnu(a)gmail.com with following information: Name……………………………….. Institution --------------------------------- Address ----------------------- Email address---------------- Mobile No------------------- Any contributions in Open Access-------------- The last date for registration to the conference is October 18th 2013. Contacts: Ms. Iskra Panevska Advisor for Communication and Information for South Asia UNESCO New Delhi Email: i.panevska(a)unesco.org Dr. Ramesh C Gaur PGDCA, MLISc,Ph.D. Fulbright Scholar (Virginia Tech, USA) University Librarian Jawaharlal Nehru University(JNU) New Meharuli Road, New Delhi - 110067 Tele +91-11-26742605, 26704551 Fax : +91-11-26741603 Email: rcgaur(a)mail.jnu.ac.in ;rcgaur66(a)gmail.com URL: www.jnu.ac.in Brief Profile: http://www.jnu.ac.in/Library/RameshCGaur.htm Dr. Sanjaya Mishra, PhD Director, CEMCA 13/14 Sarv Priya Vihar New Delhi 110016 http://www.cemca.org.in Mr. Anirban Sarma National Programme Officer Communication and Information sector UNESCO New Delhi Email: a.sarma(a)unesco.org 1. The importance of OA in India Open Access has emerged during the last decade or so as a movement and a business model whose goal is to provide free access and re-use of scientific knowledge in the form of research articles, monographs, data and related materials. Faster and wider sharing of knowledge fuels the advancement of science and, accordingly, the return of health, economic, and social benefits back to the public. By removing the barriers of price and permissions, OA publishing promotes the global flow of knowledge; improves access to ‘developed-country research’; creates much-needed visibility for ‘developing-country research’; and allows researchers and practitioners to access current knowledge. The idea of open access to scholarly literature is not new to India. India has a large S&T research community and Indian researchers conduct research in a wide variety of areas. India also trains a very large number of scientists and engineers. One might believe that all is well with science and technology in India. But the truth is very different. In terms of the number of papers published in refereed journals, the number of citations per paper, and the number of international awards and recognitions won, India’s record is not all that encouraging. India has a vast pool of academic talent and a track record of excellence in disciplines related to science and technology, but this is at odds with the limited endowments that academic libraries receive to support scientific research. Most Indian libraries cannot afford to subscribe to key journals required by researchers and scientists. This is a serious impediment to the acquisition of knowledge, and researchers’ own scholarly output is adversely impacted as a result. Another outcome of prohibitive subscription costs is the low visibility of Indian research. Academics in the region exert themselves to publish their work in well-known journals which very few of their peers can access afterwards. This leads to the poor citation of works by Indian researchers, the poor circulation of their research findings, and ultimately very limited awareness about scientific developments in the country. Thus, Indian scientists face two problems, namely, access and visibility. Both these handicaps can be overcome to a considerable extent if open access is adopted widely both within and outside the country. 2. Noteworthy OA initiatives in India The lack of awareness might still be an issue for Indian researchers, but there have been various initiatives by Indian institutes, journals and publishers to make research content open. Since 2003, India has been contributing to The Directory of Open Access Journals (which contains free, full-text high-quality scientific journals).The Indian Medlars Centre (IMC), has taken the pioneering step of putting Indian biomedical journals accessible on to a single platform. IMC’s first bibliographic database IndMed, established in 1998, provides abstract level information from more than 70 journals. The Indian Academy of Sciences and the Indian National Science Academy are premier institutes that run vibrant publishing programmes and offer open access to their journals and papers. Bioline International is a not-for-profit collaborative effort of the University of Toronto Libraries, Canada, the Reference Center on Environmental Information, Brazil, and Bioline, UK. Bioline provides access to 14 Indian journals on their primary site as well as archives these journals at the Bioline EPrints Archive. ePrints@IISC is a repository that collects, preserves and disseminates in digital format the works of the research community of the prestigious Indian Institute of Science in Bangalore. Open J-Gate – a free database of OA journals – currently offers access to more than 4000 OA English language journals from across the world. The work of Medknow Publications, an innovative publisher of OA journals, and that of the National Institute of Technology, Rourkela are also leading Indian contributions to the OA movement. It is important that these initiatives should not operate in isolation, but should form part of a concerted effort and campaign at a national level to promote OA in India. In 2012–13, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) launched a major OA initiative. ICAR has formulated an OA policy stipulating that its member institutes across the country must allow open access to their research and technical publications, books, catalogues, conference proceedings, case studies, lecture notes and other digital objects. While these institutes will maintain their own OA repositories, ICAR is setting up a central harvester to allow ‘one-stop access’ to all the scientific and agricultural knowledge generated within the Council. Master repositories such as ICAR’s, composed of a network of repositories, greatly enhance accessibility, help realize the potential of OA, and strengthen the very purpose of the OA movement in India. But while developing policies and networks at the institutional level is necessary, it is critical to entrench the idea of OA at the level of national policy. A national mandate and policy framework for OA would ensure that OA initiatives cease to operate in isolated clusters, and become part of a coherent, progressive national movement to promote the flow of knowledge. 3. OA in India vis-à-vis global trends Open Access is of particular importance to the Global South because it provides an unprecedented opportunity for equitable access to essential research information from around the world. So while removing the price barrier is important, the key to Open Access is that it allows researchers and the institutions they work for to regain control of their intellectual labour and capital by disseminating the research they produce in ways that they see fit, and not simply according to the business logic of for-profit publishing houses. This will hopefully result in a more balanced production and dissemination of knowledge from around the world. With free software such as the Open Journal System, and with peer-review being performed without cost as a long-standing tradition, the cost of producing journals is far lower than commercial publishers would have us believe. The Directory of Open Access Journals now list over 8,500 titles from around the world; most do not charge an author fee. These Open Access outlets provide important opportunities for knowledge dissemination while reducing costs substantially for the libraries. Most universities in North America and Europe have set up repositories individually or as consortia, and an increasing number of higher education institutions in the Global South have also set them up to feature their faculty’s research output. In addition, many universities have also set up publishing platforms such as the Open Journal Systems and other kinds of open source platforms to allow faculty to engage in Open Access publishing and other kinds of innovative digital scholarship. However, many repositories remain poorly filled because researchers are often not aware of Open Access, or they have misconceptions about it and copyright, or about quality issues associated with it, not realizing that Open Access is compatible with traditional peer review and copyright. Hence more awareness-building efforts are needed to educate researchers about the benefits of Open Access, and the limitations and unsustainability of the traditional system. In addition, a policy should be put in place to encourage researchers to deposit their research articles and materials into the repositories. Many institutions now enact either a voluntary or a mandatory policy requiring their faculty to deposit a copy of their work into the repository. It is also crucial for administrators to be better informed about the detrimental nature of adhering to the narrow use of the journal impact factor as a means of research evaluation. In 2013, the Obama administration declared that all publicly funded research would be made freely available within 12 months of publication. Research councils in the UK have recently begun to make public-funded research open to all. The European Commission is expected to do the same from January 2014. The applicability of these approaches to the Indian context, and their potential benefits, must be seriously considered by stakeholders in the country. In India, Open Access is now a key topic of discussions and engagement at many higher education institutions (including universities and deemed universities) as well as high-level research organisations, such as the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, the Department of Atomic Energy, the Indian Space Research Organisation, the Defence Research and Development Organisation, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research and the Indian Council of Medical Research. The tireless advocacy work of Subbiah Arunachalam [Chennai-based information consultant] has been instrumental in sensitising these key institutions in the Open Access debates. However, a strong national or institutional policy on Open Access is yet to be implemented. At the same time, some key institutions such as the Indian Academy of Sciences have been playing a leadership role in providing Open Access to the journals they publish, and the Indian Institute of Science has one of the longest running institutional repositories with the most content in the country. There are now over 350 Open Access journals being published by various organisations across India, but they cover mostly areas in science and medicine. Social sciences and the humanities are poorly represented. Of the close to 600 higher education institutions across India, fewer than 100 have an existing institutional repository, though many are in the planning stage. In an editorial piece in Current Science, Prof. P. Balaram, Director of IISc and Member of the National Knowledge Commission observed: ‘The idea of open, institutional archives is one that must be vigorously promoted in India. The introduction of legislation that vests copyright with institutions, in the case of publicly funded research, may also provide the necessary legal framework to avoid any contentious issues … Mandating open access for all publicly funded research publications is easy to do by legislation.’ 4. UNESCO and Open Access UNESCO promotes OA as part of its mandate to build inclusive knowledge societies, whose overarching goal is to facilitate the global flow of knowledge and to strengthen socio-economic development. UNESCO’s OA initiatives focus primarily on improving access to scientific information (journal articles, conference papers, datasets etc). Working through strategic partnerships, UNESCO seeks to build awareness about the benefits of OA among policymakers, researchers and knowledge managers. The organization encourages the development of OA-enabling policies; engages in global OA debates; and cooperates with local, regional and global initiatives in support of OA. As a leading advocate of OA, UNESCO adopted a policy in May 2013 to make its publications available free of charge and with an open license, in order to increase their accessibility and visibility. Major current initiatives include a partnership with the Commonwealth Educational Media Centre for Asia (CEMCA) to develop curricula and self-directed learning tools for OA for librarians and researchers; and the upgrade and enhancement of UNESCO’s Global Open Access Portal (GOAP), a unique online resource that helps policymakers understand the global OA environment, and provides insights into the OA framework of individual UNESCO member states. 5. Scope of the proposed National Conference UNESCO proposes to partner with CEMCA and Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) to organize a day-long national conference on Friday, 25 October 2013 in New Delhi during Open Access Week (the third week of October). The tentative title of the conference is ‘Opening up by Closing the Circle: Strengthening Open Access in India’, and it will be held at JNU. The title connotes the need for concerted efforts to create a more enabling environment for OA in the country, to promote and upscale existing OA initiatives, and to encourage the development and launch of new OA programmes which will lead to establishment of a national OA policy. This can be done by ‘closing the circle’ or linking multiple stakeholder groups and taking into account their concerns and views – namely researchers, librarians, archivists, publishers, technologists, and policymakers – and providing a platform for them to advocate for a common cause. The conference will provide a unique opportunity to stakeholders to pool their insights, identify and discuss key OA-related issues in the country, and create a roadmap for strengthening OA in India. 6. Structure of the Conference Beginning with a keynote address by a leading expert on open access to scientific research, the national conference will be structured into two panel discussions and a Round Table (RT) discussion. The two panel discussions will be on the themes ‘Why open access?’ and ‘The open access environment in India’. The RT discussion will be on the theme ‘Towards a National OA Policy: Forging the Missing Links’. The first panel will explore the benefits and advantages of OA for researchers, academics and scientists, and will assess the relative merits and demerits of the ‘green’ and ‘gold’ approaches to OA publishing. It will draw attention to especially innovative features of leading OA initiatives in India and in other countries, and will discuss the advantages of these alternative, non-commercial publishing models. The second panel will present a detailed overview of the OA environment in India, with a particular focus on the impediments to the widespread acceptance of OA. Core issues will include the need for a national OA mandate; sound institutional publishing and archiving policies; the lack of awareness, human and technical capacity; and the need for intensive advocacy and skill-building within the LIS community. The potential efficacy of the self-directed learning tools being developed by UNESCO and CEMCA will also be discussed. The deliberations of the RT will be preceded by a rapporteur’s brief summary of the key issues emerging from the two panel discussions. On the basis of these points, the RT will revisit and update the recommendations made by the National Knowledge Commission in 2007 on the formulation of a national OA mandate. The RT will also develop a template for national OA policy framework The RT’s recommendations will subsequently be compiled in the form of a policy brief that will be circulated among decision-makers and policymakers. 7. Objectives The objectives of the national conference are to: · Build awareness among the stakeholder groups and student community about the importance of OA to scientific research · Facilitate the exchange of experiences, knowledge and best practices of various institutions in the OA space · Contribute towards the creation of an advocacy group that will promote OA at institutional and national levels · Analyze current trends and pitfalls with regard to the OA landscape in India · Develop policy recommendations for the creation of a national mandate or framework to promote OA · Promote partnerships and collaborations among interested stakeholders 8. Expected Outcomes As a result of the national conference, it is expected that: · OA stakeholder groups and the participating student community will appreciate the significance of OA, and will have understood the key trends, issues and challenges pertaining to the development of OA in India; · The innovative character and successful operation of leading OA initiatives in India will have been highlighted; · The collective efforts and actions behind the OA movement will be understood, and will inspire the next generation of researchers and librarians to become advocates of OA · Participating stakeholders will engage in a dialogue about possible partnerships and collaborative ventures · A set of recommendations will be developed for the creation of (a) a national OA mandate and policy framework, and (b) a general template for institutional OA policies, repositories and archives. 9. Target Group The national conference will be attended by university students, librarians, researchers, academics, publishers, and representatives of journal consortia, developers of technological solutions, decision-makers, government representatives and policymakers. CONFERENCE AGENDA 21st October 2013 JNU Convention Centre, Jawaharlal Nehru University New Delhi 110067 Timing Activity 9:30 AM-10:00 AM Registration Inaugural Session 10:00 AM-11:00 AM · Saraswati Vandana: Lighting of Lamp · Welcome Address by Prof. Sudha Pai, Rector, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi · Inaugural Address by Dr Shashi Tharoor, Minister of State for Human Resource Development, MHRD, Government of India · Address by Mr Shigeru Aoyagi, Director and UNESCO Representative to Bhutan, India, Maldives and Sri Lanka · Address by Dr Sanjaya Mishra, Director, Commonwealth Educational Media Centre for Asia · Vote of Thanks by Dr Ramesh C Gaur, University Librarian, JNU 11:00 AM-11:30 AM Keynote Address by Prof. Ramakrishna Ramaswamy, Vice Chancellor, University of Hyderabad 11:30 AM-11:45 AM Tea Break Panel 1: Why Open Access? 11:45 AM-01.00 PM Chair: Dr BK Gairola, Mission Director, e-Governance Group, Department of Electronics and Information Technology, Ministry of Communications and IT, Government of India Invited Speakers: · Dr RR Hirwani, Head, CSIR Unit for Research and Development of Information Products · Mr Sanjiv Goswami, Managing Director, Springer India Pvt Ltd · Dr Usha Mujoo Munshi, Librarian, Indian Institute of Public Administration · Dr ARD Prasad, Professor and Head, Documentation, Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institute · Dr Nehaa Chaudhari, Centre for Internet and Society 1.00 PM-2:00 PM Lunch Panel 2: The Open Access Environment in India 2:00 PM-4:00 PM Chair: Dr Pawan Agarwal, Adviser, Higher Education and Culture, Planning Commission, Government of India Invited Speakers: · Prof. Uma Kanjilal, Director, School of Social Sciences, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) · Mr Pratapanand Jha, Director (Cultural Informatics), Indira Gandhi National Council for Arts · Dr Rameshwar Singh, Project Director Directorate of Knowledge Management in Agriculture, Indian Council of Agricultural Research · Dr NV Sathyanarayana, Chairman and Managing Director, Informatics India, Bangalore · Dr Jagdish Arora, Director, Inflibnet, Ahmedabad · Dr Sukhdev Singh, Technical Director, National Informatics Centre 4:00 PM-4:15 PM Tea Break Roundtable: Towards a National Open Access Policy: Forging the Missing Links 4:15 PM-4:30 PM Rapporteur’s summary of Panels 1 and 2 4:30 PM-5:30 PM Participants of Roundtable · Dr Pawan Agarwal, Adviser, Higher Education and Culture, Planning Commission, Government of India · Dr Gautam Bose, Head (Social Development), National Informatics Centre · Mr Vakul Sharma, Advocate, Supreme Court of India · Dr NV Sathyanarayana, Chairman and Managing Director, Informatics India, Bangalore · Prof. SK Sopory, Vice Chancellor, Jawaharlal Nehru University / Dr Ramesh C Gaur, University Librarian, Jawaharlal Nehru University · Ms Iskra Panevska, Adviser for Communication and Information for South Asia, UNESCO New Delhi · Dr Sanjaya Mishra, Director, Commonwealth Educational Media Centre for Asia Note: Prior to the event, certain background documents such as ICAR’s Draft OA Policy and UNESCO’s Model OA Policy will be circulated among participants of the policy roundtable. These could serve as useful models when framing a national OA policy. Closing Session 05:30 PM-05:35 PM Concluding remarks by Ms Iskra Panevska, Adviser for Communication and Information for South Asia, UNESCO New Delhi 05:35 PM-05:50 PM Valedictory Address by Dr Ashok Thakur, Secretary, Department of Higher Education, MHRD, Government of India 05:50 PM-06:00 PM Vote of thanks by Dr Ramesh C Gaur, University Librarian, Jawaharlal Nehru University ************************************** Dr. Ramesh C Gaur PGDCA, MLISc,Ph.D. Fulbright Scholar (Virginia Tech, USA) University Librarian Jawaharlal Nehru University(JNU) New Meharuli Road, New Delhi - 110067 Tele +91-11-26742605, 26704551 Fax : +91-11-26741603 Email: rcgaur(a)mail.jnu.ac.in ;rcgaur66(a)gmail.com URL: www.jnu.ac.in Brief Profile: http://www.jnu.ac.in/Library/RameshCGaur.htm -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for articles
by Neerja Sharma 07 Oct '13

07 Oct '13

One of our fellow is needed the following articles from the journa *Wittgenstein Studien*. Wittgenstein Studien Bd.1/2010 *Stefan Majetschak, Kassel*: Psychoanalysis of grammatical misinterpretations: the relationship of Ludwig Wittgenstein with the work of Sigmund Fre *Andrew Lugg, Montreal*: Overinterpreting Wittgenstein: Philosophical Investigations §§19(b)-20 *Ángeles J. Perona, Madrid*: Reflections on Language Games, Madness and Commensurability Wittgenstein Studien Bd.2/2011 *Mauro L. Engelmann, Belo Horizonte*: What Wittgenstein’s ‘Grammar’ is NOT. On Garver, Baker and Hacker, and Hacker on Wittgenstein on ‘Grammar’ Wittgenstein Studien Bd4/2013 *Peter Campbell and Bela Szabados, Regina*: Wittgenstein on Self-Deception in Science, Psychology and Philosophy *Henning Zöller, Berlin*: On the Coherence of Wittgenstein’s Philosophy of Psychology Kindly help me to get these articles. Neeraj Sharma Professional Assistant Indian Institute of Advanced Study R.P. Nivas, Shimla 171005 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Ph.D Notification announcement in University of Mysore-2013-14
by Chikkamanju Nayaka 07 Oct '13

07 Oct '13

Dear Library Science professionals University of Mysore announced the Ph.D Notification 2013-14. Exemption for Phd Entrance exam UGC/CSIR, UGC-NET, SET, AND M.PHIL ALSO EXEMPTION FROM PHD ENTRANCE EXEMPTION, FOR MORE DETAILS VISIT URL ADDRESS Online APPLICATION FROM FEE STRUCTURE SC/ST/CAT-1 1000/- OTHRS 2000/- LAST DATE 30/10/2013 TIME: 5 PM http://rc.uni-mysore.ac.in/app/assets/Notification_for_PhD_admission_Sept_2… -- Chikkamanju MLISc., M.PHIL., UGC-SET. Senior Research Scholar Dept. of Studies in Lib & Info. Sc., Manasagangothri, University of Mysore-570006 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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CONNECTING INDIAN RESEARCHERS WITH GLOBAL KNOWLEDGE
by Ragaavendra R 07 Oct '13

07 Oct '13

Dear Moderator pls circulate. CONNECTING INDIAN RESEARCHERS WITH GLOBAL KNOWLEDGE Mayur Vaidya from IIT-Madras is pursuing a PhD in material sciences. Till some time ago, he wasn't sure of the content sources relevant to his topic and available through the institute library. His mentor told him about Knimbus and he's been using the online platform since then. As Knimbus is customised to his library subscriptions, he got just those articles in search that he could access. That saves his time and effort in finding content and he also got to know of other publisher platforms. FOR COMPLETE STORY AND REFERENCE LINK:http://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/connecting-indian-r… Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and may not represent those of the Company or bind the Company. Any commitments made over e-mail are not financially binding on the company unless accompanied or followed by a valid purchase order. This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by Mail Scanner, and is believed to be clean. The Company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.jubl.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fwd: Presentation on "Designing API" on Wednesday, 9th Oct 2013 at 6.00 p.m.
by Mohan Hr 07 Oct '13

07 Oct '13

Dear all, Pl. find an invite for the Presentation on "Designing API" on Wednesday, 9th Oct 2013 at 6.00 p.m. The pdf invite is available at http://ieeecs-madras.managedbiz.com/pgms/2013/mm-131009.pdf INVITATION ===================================================== Computer Society of India, Chennai Chapter IEEE Computer Society, Madras Chapter Cordially invite you for a presentation On “Designing API” by Mr. Siddarth Chandrasekaran Software Engineer, STRIPE, USA on Wednesday, 9th October 2013 at 6.00 p.m. at Seminar Hall, CSI Education Directorate, Taramani, Chennai – 600113 (Situated in the opposite lane to Indira Nagar MRTS Railway Station. About 100 meters away from the Dharmambal Women’s Polytechnic & Opposite to the Institute of Mathematical Sciences and Institute of Hotel Management) Mr. P. Kumar, Chairman, CSI Chennai Chapter Mr. H.R. Mohan, Chairman, IEEE CS & IEEE PCS Madras Chapter Programme ========= 6.00 p.m. : Tea & Fellowship 6.30 p.m. : Presentation 7.45 p.m. : Dinner About the presentation: ================= What APIs are, why they matter, and most importantly, designing, implementing and maintaining an API. The lessons here are derived from building Stripe's payments API. Stripe is a simple, developer-friendly way to accept payments online. We believe that enabling transactions on the web is a problem rooted in code, not finance, and we want to help put more websites in business. Complexity and opacity have traditionally been hallmarks of online payment processing. We want to fix that. About the Speaker: ============== Mr. Siddarth Chandrasekaran has completed his under graduation from Harvard University USA, with Computer Science as major and Philosophy as minor. He had many teaching assignment on Computer related subjects while he was at Harvard. His special interest is Carnatic Music and Chess. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Social Media and its Use Among LIS Professionals in India: A Survey
by Shihab Illias 07 Oct '13

07 Oct '13

Dear Sir/Madam Please find enclosed link of a online questionnaire which is related to publishing an article in a Journal on Social Media and its Use Among LIS Professionals in India: A Survey. Kindly co-operate with me by filling the questionnaire. The information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only for data analysis. Your identity will not be revealed to anybody. Your co-operation is solicited. To fill it out, please visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/ d/ 1MoLbCzgOoQHg9UQbbqCh1C7sJh5V3 bJHALP_ALicec8/viewform Shihab.I, Library Professional, University of Kerala -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request to all Karnataka Govt Degree College Librarians to fill this online questionnaire
by Prakash B Vagmare 06 Oct '13

06 Oct '13

Resp Sir / Madam , I Undersigned request to all Karnataka Govt Degree College Librarians to fill this online questionnaire which may help us to give a information to Karnataka Government regarding the practical requirements to library and for librarians also . Click on the below link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1F9e3HbskzBDbDkoSBlq05vkHU2hO89ALeRyKkaNZwK… -- *Prakash. B. Waghmare* *Librarian* *Govt. First Grade College,* *Tq and Dist : Bidar (KS) 585403* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Registrations Open: International Conference on Digital Libraries (ICDL) 2013
by ICDL TERI 06 Oct '13

06 Oct '13

TERI is organizing ICDL 2013 (International Conference on Digital Libraries) during 27–29 November 2013 at India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi. The conference would be inaugurated by Hon'ble VICE PRESIDENT OF INDIA. The major objectives of this mega event are: • To bridge the digital divide between developed and developing countries • To create a platform through capacity building on Digital Library, Knowledge Management and applications of Social Media ICDL 2013 is also expecting an august gathering of over 500 participants drawn from cross-disciplinary areas etc. We have received confirmations from several renowned international experts for participating in the deliberations. Some of the highlights of the conference would be: ü Thematic Workshop addressing on contemporary issues to a focused group of clientele ü Tutorials by leading DL experts of the World ü Conference deliberation by the luminaries of Digital Library ü Exposition by National and International Publishers, Knowledge Vendors For registration kindly visit our website: http://www.teriin.org/events/icdl/register.php Mailing Address: ICDL 2013 Secretariat The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) India Habitat Centre Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003, India Tel: +91 11 24682100 or 41504900 Fax: 24682144 Email: ICDL2013(a)teri.res.in Website: www.teriin.org/events/icdl -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Panjab University outshines IITs in Times World University ranking 2013-14]
by mailman＠ncsi.iisc.ernet.in 05 Oct '13

05 Oct '13

---------------------------- Original Message ---------------------------- From: "Nitin S. Joshi Joshi" <nitinsjoshi(a)yahoo.com> Date: Fri, October 4, 2013 12:24 pm For the first time a lesser known Panjab University has been ranked ahead of all the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Ranking 2013-14. For details, visit: http://www.indiaeducationreview.com/news/panjab-university-outshines-iits-t… Nitin S Joshi Librarian MAEERâs MIT School of Management (MITSOM) Kothrud, Pune 411038 M- 09922587907 Direct Line- 020-30273597 www.mitsom.org

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IDLI@ICADL 2013, Bangalore - showcase your DL and win prizes! - Firsr Reminder
by franc＠library.iisc.ernet.in 05 Oct '13

05 Oct '13

Dear Members, We have been receiving very good response for the Indian Digital Library Initiative (IDLI) to be showcased during ICADL 2013. If you haven't sent your proposal as yet, you may please do so at your earliest convenience.. The last date to receive your proposals is on or before 31 October 2013. The 15th International Conference on Asia-Pacific Digital Libraries (ICADL 2013) is brought to you by the International School of Information Management and University of Mysore. It will be held in Bangalore, India, during December 9-11, 2013. The venue is Hotel Le Meridien, Bangalore. The theme of the conference is ³Social Media and Community Networks² Would you like to showcase your DL, attend the conference, and win some exciting prizes too--without paying the registration fee? ICADL 2013 will not be just another run-of-the-mill DL conference! Apart from plenary talks and presentations of accepted papers, several special events are lined up during the conference. Once such event is showcasing of Indian Digital Library Initiatives (IDLI). We invite short (2 page) proposals from those of you who have implemented digital libraries in your own organisations for IDLI. We will select up to 10 proposals for showcasing them at the ICADL 2013. The criteria for selection would include (but not limited to): 1. Innovation and Novelty - There should be some aspect of novelty in the initiative. For example novelty could be customization of DL software to meet local needs or to implement a feature that is not supported by the software. The customization could be at the source code and/or configuration levels. Novelty could also be in terms of how social media is used to engage the users 2. Currency - The Initiatives should be current with respect to content and DL software and features being used 3. Impact - What has been the impact of your DL? How and how many users have you reached? How are you engaging your end user? What does the usage statistics reveal? Do you feel that the DL initiative that you are part of qualifies for the above and more? Then, here is your chance to attend the ICADL 2013 for free. You could also get financial support to attend the next ICADL. The write up should not be more than 2 pages and it should cover: - Name of the DL initiative - Year of establishment - Software being used - Current version of the software and the version being used - Innovation / Novelty in the initiative. Please briefly describe the innovation introduced by you - Impact of the initiative with reference user to its reach and usage - Email id of the administrator Up to 10 selected proposals will get a free registration for the ICADL 2013 conference. This apart, the top two DL initiative will win attractive prizes and the best initiative may get financial support to attend the next ICADL! All the selected proposals can showcase their DLs through posters and live demonstrations. The showcasing will take place in the exhibition hall of the conference venue, so there is no time constraint to showcase your DL initiatives. Send your proposals to franc(a)library.iisc.ernet.in A 3-member team comprising of experts in the DL field will adjudge proposals, and the winners will be selected. ICADL 2013 says, " There is something like a free lunch after all" Dr. Francis Jayakanth IDLI@ICADL 2013 Coordinator Member, ICADL 2013 Organizing Committee & JRD Tata Memorial Library Indian Institute of Science Bangalore - 560012, India franc(a)library.iisc.ernet.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: DOAJ reaches new milestones
by Dr. J. K. Vijayakumar 05 Oct '13

05 Oct '13

FYI. -----Original Message----- From: An informal open list set up by UKSG - Connecting the Information Community On Behalf Of Lotte Jorgensen Sent: Tuesday, March 12, 2013 6:26 PM Subject: DOAJ reaches new milestones March 12th 2013 DOAJ reaches new milestones: We have just completed the transition to a new environment and launched a new platform with integrated functionality for sharing, exporting and enhanced search/browse functionality: at the article level, search results can be filtered by language and publication year and by license and publication fee; at the journal level, you can filter by subject, by country, by license and by publication fees. These facets will be developed further in the months to come. (Read more about our enhancements on our home page: www.doaj.org <http://www.doaj.org>.) We are also very proud to announce that the DOAJ has reached two important milestones: 1. For the first time since launch in 2003, more than 50% of the journals are providing metadata at article level.We will continue to work with the 2000+ publishers to increase this figure. 2. More than 1 million articles are now searchable in DOAJ which means more than 1 million article-level metadata entriesare available for harvesting!We expect this figure to increase significantly in the months to come. We continue to work with key stakeholders to agree on and implement new, tighter criteria for the inclusion of journals in the DOAJ: critieria that will address issues of quality and openness, as well as other kinds of information about the journals. We are very excited about these developments and we are grateful for the continued support from the community. We always need more support so we can continue to provide a better service, so please consider contributing: http://www.doaj.org/doaj?func=loadTemplate&template=supportDoaj&uiLanguage=… For more information, please contact Lars Bjørnshauge <mailto:lars@doaj.org>or Dom Mitchell <mailto:dom@doaj.org> The Directory of Open Access Journals is provided by IS4OA <http://www.is4oa.org>in cooperation with SemperTool <http://www.sempertool.dk>. On behalf of the DOAj-team, Lotte Jorgensen Managing Editor -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Admission Notification 2014-16 : MLISc Programme at TISS , Mumbai
by Satish Kanamadi 04 Oct '13

04 Oct '13

Dear Professionals, Greetings! Centre for Library and Information Management Studies, Sir Dorabji Tata Memorial Library, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai is happy to announce admissions to the two year, full time programme "Master in Library and Information Science" for the year 2014-2016. The minimum qualification for admission to MLISc is a Bachelors Degree in any discipline from a recognized university, obtained after a minimum of 12+3 years of education. Candidates are required to apply online through the E-application at https://admissions.tiss.edu The selection will be based on a national online test and personal interview. Please visit the link to know more details: https://admissions.tiss.edu/programmes/mumbai-campus/centre-for-digital-lib… Complete prospectus with course curriculum can be downloaded at http://library.tiss.edu/mlisc.html A brief introduction about "Information Science as Career @ TISS" is also available on YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xroRXC-eglg Last date for submission of application online is 25th October 2013 We will also be happy to answer your queries. Thanks and Regards, Satish Kanamadi PhD Acting Librarian and Chairperson Centre for Library and Information Management Studies Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) V N Purav Marg, Deonar MUMBAI - 400088. INDIA Tel: 91-22-25525283 Email: satish(a)tiss.edu -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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GOOGLE SEARCH MAKING PEOPLE MORE FORGETFUL: STUDY
by Ragaavendra R 04 Oct '13

04 Oct '13

Dear Moderator pls circulate. GOOGLE SEARCH MAKING PEOPLE MORE FORGETFUL: STUDY The Internet is fast eroding people's memories of world-changing events in history, making them more forgetful as they increasingly bank upon Google to provide the information, a new UK study has found. The study of 2,000 adults found less-than-half of people surveyed could name the year when Princess Diana died, even though it happened as recently as 1997. Many respondents did not even know the year in which the terror attacks on the World Trade Center took place while many others were clueless about when the Berlin Wall fell, the 'Metro' reported. The important dates of world-changing events in history are fast disappearing from the memories of the Internet generation, researchers said. Majority of the adults, who took part in the survey, said that they made less of an effort to remember things "because we can look them up" on the Internet. "The Internet could be changing the traditional way we remember and process things - certainly compared to older generations," spokesman for Grant's Whisky, which commissioned the survey, said. The most common date people remembered was the Battle of Hastings, while the dates of the two world wars and England's World Cup win were also ingrained in their memory. REFERENCE LINK: http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/industry-and-economy/info-tech/google-s… Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and may not represent those of the Company or bind the Company. Any commitments made over e-mail are not financially binding on the company unless accompanied or followed by a valid purchase order. This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by Mail Scanner, and is believed to be clean. The Company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.jubl.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Can I self-archive my e-print?
by Shamprasad Pujar 04 Oct '13

04 Oct '13

Dear Members, 'rchive' is a web tool to spread the awareness and the practice of self-archiving / green Open Access among researchers. You may enter the journal name or publisher's name to know the publishers policy towards self archiving of your papers. This tool may be useful to know the policy of International publishers. You may please check the tool at: http://rchive.it Regards, Dr Shamprasad M. Pujar Deputy Librarian Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research Gen Vaidya Marg, Goregaon (East) MUMBAI-400 065, India Phone: ++91-22-2841 6547 E-mail: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy in indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya RAIPUR (CHHATTISGARH)
by Veeru 04 Oct '13

04 Oct '13

Dear all, *INDIRA GANDHI KRISHI VISHWAVIDYALAYA * *KRISHAK NAGAR, RAIPUR (CHHATTISGARH) 492012 * * * * * No.Estt.-1/Advt.l127/2013/ 3558 Raipur, Date:01/10/2013 *ADVERTISEMENT * Applications in prescribed form are invited for appointment to the post of Assistant , Assistant Librarian . Number of posts available under different categories are as below: 1.*Assistant Librarian-* (Posts 09) (UR-04, ST-03, SC-01, OBC-01) *2. (Pay Scale f 15,600-39,100+ AGP f 6,000/-) * *3. Qualification: Essential :* * * 01. A Master's Degree in Library Sciencelinformation Sciencel Documentation Science or an equivalent professional degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) and a consistently good academic record with knowledge of computerization of library. 02. Qualified in the national level test conducted for the purpose by the UGC or any other agency approved by the UGC. 03. However, candidates, who are, or have been awarded Ph.D. degree in accordance with the 'University Grant Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. degree). Regulations 2009, shall be exempted from the requirement of the minimum eligibility condition of NET/SLET/SET for recruitment and appointment of University Assistant Librarianl College Librarian *For more Details Visit web site*-:http://igau.nic.in/pdf/adv_01102013.pdf *Application-:* http://igau.nic.in/pdf/Proforma_of_Application_Assistant_Librarian.pdf -- Thanks and Warm Regards Virupaksh. B. H Library and Information Assistant National Library of India, Kolkata-700027 Email Id: *veerulis(a)gmail.com* * * * * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy of Library and Information Asstt at IIAS, Shimla.
by Prem Chand 04 Oct '13

04 Oct '13

Applications are invited in the prescribed format from bonafide citizens of India for the two posts of Library and Information Assistant purely on contract basis for International Centre for Human Development (UNDP) at Indian Institute of Advanced Study, Shimla. The International Centre for Human Development (IC4HD) is established in project mode through a partnership between the Ministry of Human Resource Development, the Indian Institute of Advanced Study and UNDP.The details of the vacant position are: Designation: Library and Information Assistant No of Posts: Two QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE: Master of Library and Information Science or its equivalent degree with 60% marks. Two years’ working experience in any reputed library Desirable: PGDCA; Knowledge of Library Automation Software (LIBSYS and KOHA) and Knowledge of Digital Resources Salary: Rs. 25000 per month ( Fixed) GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS: (a The candidates selected for the above posts will be engaged purely on contract basis for a one year period. Applications (forms available on our website) complete in all respects along with the required documents should reach within 15 days from the date of advertisement in the Employment News to the Secretary, Indian Institute of Advanced Study, Rashtrapati Nivas, Shimla – 171 005 (Himachal Pradesh).or email to secretaryiias(a)gmail.com (c For detailed advertisement, terms & conditions and downloading of application form, please refer website of IIAS i.e. www.iias.org/. Prem Chand Secretary & Librarian Indian Institute of Advanced Study Rashtrapati Nivas, Shimla - 171 005 Himachal Pradesh http://www.iias.org Phone: 0177- 0177-2830105 Cell: 09816016593 Email: chanprem(a)gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Tune Koha to enable precise regional language searching
by Vimal Kumar V. 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

Dear Friends, Here are the steps to tune Koha to search Indian languages precisely. I tried these steps on Koha 3.12.x installation based on Debian packages. I borrowed these steps from Koustubha Kale posting ( http://tinyurl.com/kza7l84) in Koha Discussion forum. I made slight changes in the instructions. Lets start tuning... Open a terminal and apply following commands one by one. Install additional packages sudo su apt-get install libicu-dev yaz-icu Copy few files to a new location cd /usr/share/idzebra-2.0/tab/ cp icu.idx phrases-icu.xml string.chr words-icu.xml /etc/koha/zebradb/etc/ cp /etc/koha/zebradb/etc/words-icu.xml /etc/koha/zebradb/etc/icu.xml Folder ownership sudo chown -R library-koha:library-koha /etc/koha/zebradb/etc gedit /etc/koha/sites/library/zebra-biblios.cfg add line at the bottom of the file, index: icu.idx Restart zebra server sudo su koha-restart-zebra library Rebuild zebra index sudo koha-rebuild-zebra -f -v library Turn Off Home → Administration > System Preferences > Searching > QueryFuzzy -- Vimal Kumar V. Technical Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: http://www.vimalkumar.info Blog: http://linuxhalwa.blogspot.com http://kohageek.blogspot.in --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have learnt" -Patrick White -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: Research Methodology Workshop in Social Sciences @ CUHP
by Dimple Patel 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

School of Education, Central University of Himachal Pradesh is going to organise 10 days’ Research Methodology Workshop in Social Sciences from 12th November to 21st November 2013 under the sponsorship of Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi. The registered Research Scholars in Social Sciences areas who are pursuing Ph.D from any University in Himachal Pradesh State and in neighbouring States can apply for this Workshop. All the selected outstation participants will be paid TA & DA as per ICSSR norms. Accommodation and food will be provided for all the participants for 10 days by the organisers free of charge. Research Scholars of any category can apply. The candidates may apply on the prescribed application form as given below. The duly filled in form should be sent to the Course Director latest by 25th October 2013. Forms can be downloaded from university website: http://cuhimachal.ac.in/news/20131003152938688.pdf The selection will be made on the basis of first come, first serve. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Eligibility: He / She should be a registered PhD Scholar in any University. The participants have to bring their proof of Identity from their respectiveInstitution. The Scanned copies of the application form can be sent through the email given below and the Hard Copies of application form through post to the address given below. Last Date for Submission of Application form 25th October 2013 For further details please contact Course Director: Dr. Arbind K. Jha, Dean, School of Education, Central University of Himachal Pradesh, P.B. No. 21, Dharamshala, District- Kangra, Himachal Pradesh- 176215. Email: drarbind1(a)gmail.com anueducation(a)gmail.com Mobile: 08894519006, 09805196290, 09805701199 Office: 01892- 237285/8/9- Ext- 306. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ph-d-regulations-2010-amendment: University of Mysore
by Chikkamanju Nayaka 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

Dear Professional Friends ph-d-regulations-2010-amendment: University of Mysore visit the following website address for More information http://www.uni-mysore.ac.in/ph-d-regulations-2010-amendment/ With regards Chikkamanju MLISc., M.PHIL., UGC-SET. Junior Research Scholar Dept. of Studies in Lib & Info. Sc., Manasagangothri, University of Mysore-570006 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fwd: Towards a New Library Model
by Shamprasad Pujar 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

FYI ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Daniel Gil <daniel.gil(a)cobdc.org> Date: Thu, Oct 3, 2013 at 1:57 AM Subject: [IFLA-L] Towards a New Library Model To: ifla-l(a)infoserv.inist.fr ** We need to think again, in a radical and disruptive way, about our professional future, and the future of the buildings of our libraries. This is not about introducing small improvements, or doing some new stuff so as to avoid big changes. This is not useful anymore. *In spite of the obvious and avowed success of the actual model of library, the social, economic and cultural reality imposes itself just like a heavy slab; and this reality imposes, wants and needs a systemic change, a new way of doing and posing the libraries – of all kinds, not only the public ones*. Everything we have done and planned during the last 30 years is not useful anymore. I wonder if it would be necessary to create a new reading map. And I wonder as well if a library of the magnitude and dimensions of the new Public Library of Birmingham<http://www.bauenblog.info/2013/09/04/biblioteca-publica-de-birmingham/>is applicable in our envirorment and social and cultural ecosystem; moreover, I wonder if it would be advisable to build. I seriously doubt about what to answer, despite my intuition makes me say ‘no’. All article and comments in: http://www.bauenblog.info/2013/09/26/towards-a-new-library-model/ -- ================================ *DANIEL GIL SOLÉS* *Bibliotecari-documentalista* Col·legiat COBDC núm. 2.270 http://bauenblog.info T +34 977719825 | M +34 696025101 Skype: danielgilsoles ================================ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Annual Book Exhibition
by Mailing List Admin 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2013 15:59:31 +0530 From: Vidya Subramanian <vidya110(a)gmail.com> Dear Fellow mates, We are organising our Annual Book Exhibition on 3rd and 4th Oct 2013 at our college premises. I cordially invite each one of you to visit the same as per your convenience. Thanks. yours sincerely -- Mrs. Vidya Subramanian Librarian,' Dr. Bhanuben Mahendra Nanavati College of Home Science Matunga, Mumbai 400019

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Social Media and its Use Among LIS Professionals in India: A Survey.
by Shihab Illias 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

Dear Sir/Madam Please find enclosed link of a online questionnaire which is related to publishing an article in a Journal on Social Media and its Use Among LIS Professionals in India: A Survey. Kindly co-operate with me by filling the questionnaire. The information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only for data analysis. Your identity will not be revealed to anybody. Your co-operation is solicited. To fill it out, please visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/ d/ 1MoLbCzgOoQHg9UQbbqCh1C7sJh5V3 bJHALP_ALicec8/viewform Shihab.I, Library Professional, University of Kerala http://shihabillias.googlepages.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Ph.D Degree awarded "E-resources Use and Search Patterns"
by Chikkamanju Nayaka 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

Dear Professional friends, I congratulate Mr. G. Kiran Kumar for perusing PhD degree. He has been awarded PhD in Library and Information Science from University of Mysore, Mysore under the guidance of Prof. Mallinath Kumbar. His area of research is "E-Resources Use and Search Patterns". I wish him all the best with his future career ! With regards, Chikkamanju MLISc., M.PHIL., UGC-SET. Senior Research Scholar Dept. of Studies in Lib & Info. Sc., Manasagangothri, University of Mysore-570006 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Google Scholar IAP
by rajendra singh 01 Oct '13

01 Oct '13

Dear all, Please share your knowledge and experience regarding "Google Scholar Institutional Access Program". There is a link below on this but it is not very clear (steps for availing its services or becoming an institutional member of this program) - http://googlepress.blogspot.in/2005/05/google-scholar-institutional-access_… I think, it is like a discovery service but free from Google. Thanks & regards, RAJENDRA -- Rajendra Singh AM (Lib.& Info.Service) IIIT-Delhi Okhla, Phase III New Delhi-110020, India Tel: 91 11 26907510 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ICLAM 2014
by skumar_31＠yahoo.com 01 Oct '13

01 Oct '13

ICLAM 2014 2nd International Conference on the Convergence of Libraries, Archives and Museums New Delhi(October/November 2014) Organised by NIFT in collaboration with IFLA (Govt. Information & Official Publications section) Theme: Innovative ideas, technologies and services The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in collaboration with the Govt. Information & Official Publications section of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA)will organize the second international conference of the series titled International Conference on the Convergence of Libraries, Archives and Museums (ICLAM) in October/November 2014 in Delhi. As in the past, ICLAM will again offer the library professionals an opportunity to exchange ideas with professionals from Archives, Museums and other sectors of the knowledge domain. The objective of the conference is to foster a spirit of innovation among the professionals of the knowledge sector. Its focus will be on effective applications of digital technologies for formal and non-formal life-long learning in libraries, archives and museums. The topics will deal with transformative influences of new organizational formations, processes and user services on the existing institutions. The conference will provide a forum to professionals from all the three cultural heritage institutions and other sectors to share their experiences and experiments in their respective fields of activities. This is a conference for the professionals with non-conventional approach and the non-professional enthusiasts who dare to cross sectorial boundaries. The theme is truly inter-disciplinary. The topics will be uploaded soon. We promise a totally new experience with NIFT! -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Five Days workshop on “New Gen Lib Integrated Library Management System”
by Mohan T A 01 Oct '13

01 Oct '13

Dear Professionals Sri Siddhartha Institute of Technology, Maralur, Tumkur is organizing Five Days workshop on “New Gen Lib Integrated Library Management System” in association with Verus Solutions Private Limited, Secunderbad, during 7-11 October 2013 The main objective of this workshop is to bring awareness about the New Gen Lib library software and practical training with regard to institution and use at their working environment. We look forward to your participation in this work shop. We also request you to forward the mail to your friends who are interested in the workshop. The information brochure at the conference is enclosed here with. Registration Fee : Researches / Students - Rs. 200/- Librarians – Rs. 500/- No of entries - 20 only Last date for Registration : 05-10-2013 DD in Favor of“Principal, SSIT,Tumkur.” For More Details Contact : Smt.Mallika.M.H . – 94487 48679 Sri Guruprasad .S.J –99451 71785 Sri Kanchiraya – 94837 22166 with regards T A Mohan Librarian Siddaganga Institute of Technology TUMKUR E-mail: mohan(a)sit.ac.in tamohanta(a)rediffmail.com Phone: 0816 2214078 Mobile:9343525141 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Tamil Wikipedia Turns 10!
by Mailing List Admin 01 Oct '13

01 Oct '13

---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Fri, 27 Sep 2013 20:10:26 +0530 From: Subbiah Arunachalam <subbiah.arunachalam(a)gmail.com> Friends: Please spread the word. Arun Wikipedia is a global non-profit movement to collaboratively build a free encyclopaedia containing the sum of human knowledge. Tamil Wikipedia was started in 2003. It can be accessed in your computers and cell phones at http://ta.wikipedia.org<http://crm.cis-india.org/administrator/components/com_civicrm/civicrm/exter…>. Contributors from all over the world are meeting in Chennai on September 29th, 2013 to celebrate the 10 years of Tamil Wikipedia. Till date, Tamil Wikipedia has 935 contributors collectively adding 55,745 articles containing over 2 crore words. Tamil Wikipedia is the biggest online collaboration project in Tamil and ranks first or second among Indian language Wikipedias in terms of several quality metrics. Contributors from diverse professions aged between 11 and 77 contribute daily to Tamil Wikipedia from across the world. There are about 1,75,000 page views to the website daily. A number of websites and mass media cite the information from Tamil Wikipedia. Some schools have dedicated periods for students to browse Tamil Wikipedia and improve their knowledge in science, history, geography, tamil and mathematics. Among Wikipedia's sister projects, Tamil Wiktionary is the biggest in India with 2,83,000 words and ranks 16th among global wiktionaries. Tamil Wikinews and Wikisource are other actively growing projects. Despite having made such an impact, Tamil Wikipedia has much of its potential untapped. Some Wikipedias in languages with speakers fewer than Tamil population have more contributors. Tamil Wikipedia can be as useful as the English Wikipedia if at least a few thousand contributors sign up. Apart from writing articles, contributions are required in creating illustrations, developing software tools, capturing photographs and translating articles. Teaching computer based Tamil typing in schools, releasing government documents and other publications from universities in public domain for unrestricted use, introducing Tamil Wikipedia in school syllabus are some measures that can add fuel to Tamil Wikimedia movement. As part of the celebrations for the 10th anniversary of Tamil Wikipedia, an essay contest with prizes worth 30,000 Indian Rupee has been launched. The anniversary celebrations are happening on September 29 (Sunday) from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm at the TAG Auditorium, College of Engineering, Guindy, Anna University<http://crm.cis-india.org/administrator/components/com_civicrm/civicrm/exter…>. There will be free workshops on contributing to Wikipedia and discussions about the growth of Tamil Wiki projects. It is also an occasion to meet a cross-section of Tamil Wikipedia contributors from across the world. Everyone interested in the future of Tamil online is welcome to the event. Given that modern era is a knowledge era, developing Tamil Wikipedia is among the foremost needs for the future of Tamil society. MEDIA FILES THAT CAN BE FREELY USED 1) Event Page in English <https://ta.wikipedia.org/wiki/WP:10koodal/en><http://crm.cis-india.org/administrator/components/com_civicrm/civicrm/exter…> 2) Event Page in Tamil <https://ta.wikipedia.org/wiki/WP:10koodal><http://crm.cis-india.org/administrator/components/com_civicrm/civicrm/exter…> 3) Facebook page for the event <https://www.facebook.com/events/330424000428376/><http://crm.cis-india.org/administrator/components/com_civicrm/civicrm/exter…> 4) Tamil Wikipedia 10th anniversary logo <https://upload.wikimedia.org/ wikipedia/ta/e/e3/Tamil_wiki_10th_anniversary_4.png><https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/ta/e/e3/Tamil_wiki_10th_anniversary_…> 5) Event invite in English <https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/ta /4/41/Meetup-invite-ta-wiki-10-english.png><https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/ta/4/41/Meetup-invite-ta-wiki-10-eng…> 6) Event invite in Tamil <https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/ta /f/fa/Meetup-invite-ta-wiki-10-tamil.png><https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/ta/f/fa/Meetup-invite-ta-wiki-10-tam…> Thanks and regards, T. Vishnu Vardhan Programme Director - Access to Knowledge Centre for Internet and Society Unsubscribe<http://crm.cis-india.org/index.php?option=com_civicrm&task=civicrm/mailing/…> #194, Second 'C' cross Domlur Second Stage Domlur Bangalore, 560071 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Inauguration of 'MyLISA OPENS'
by Vasanth 30 Sep '13

30 Sep '13

Dear Sir/Madam, 'MyLISA OPENS' (Mysore Librarians and Information Scientists Association - Orientation Programme for Enthusiasts in NET/SLET) was inaugurated by Prof. Shrijay Devaraj Urs, Registrar (Evaluation), University of Mysore, Mysore on 29th September 2013. The programme was organised at Mahajana's College, Mysore. The classes will be held on every saturdays, sundays and also on general public holidays at the same venue. The timings and other details are available at the MyLISA Website. Dignitaries were present from the Mahajana Institutions include: Sri R. Vasudeva Murthy, President; Sri Naga Srinivas, Secretary; Prof. K.V. Prabhakara, Principal and Smt. M. Veena, Librarian. Dr. C.P. Ramasesh, Dr. N.S. Harinarayana, Sri. Nagaraja S., Prof. M. Chandrashekara, Sri D.N. Nagaraja Rao, Sri Siddalinga Swamy, Dr. Adithaya Kumari H., Dr. K. Prakash, Vasantha Raju N., and others from MyLISA participated. More than 50 aspirants are undergoing the orientation programme. Visit: http://mylisamysore.weebly.com for more information. ------------------------- With best wishes Vasantha Raju N. PRO, MyLISA Mysore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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International conference on Information Literacy in the Knowledge Society
by manglien singson 30 Sep '13

30 Sep '13

International conference on Information Literacy in the Knowledge Society in North Eastern Hill University, Shillong (NEHU) For further information please visit http://nehu.ac.in/Schools/Economics%20&%20Management/Library%20Science/ILKS… -- * **Mangkholien Singson* *Assistant Professor* Department of Library and Information Science Pondicherry University Kalapet, Puducherry-605014 manglien.lis(a)pondiuni.edu.in manglien(a)gmail.com Phone No: 09786990269, 9442106179 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for article
by NAHEEM K.T 30 Sep '13

30 Sep '13

Dear All Professionals, One of our faculty members required the following journal article for research purpose. Kindly help me to get this article. Journal: *Cultural Studies Critical Methodologies* Article Title: * * *Not Neo-Marxist, not Post-Marxist, not Marxian, not Autonomist Marxism: Reflections on a Revolutionary (Marxist) Critical Pedagogy*Authors: * * *Peter McLaren; Nathalia E. Jaramillo* * * Vol *10*No. *3*Month *6*Year *2010*Page *251-262* -- ** ** *** Regards -- Naheem K.T. Professional Assistant Central Library Pondicherry Univertsity Puducherry. Cell No:91+9487957568 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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THE BOOK READERS' HAVENS
by Ragaavendra R 30 Sep '13

30 Sep '13

Dear Moderator pls circulate. THE BOOK READERS' HAVENS At some places it's about what you are wearing and who you are, others care for how much you'll spend and then there are those nooks and corners that welcome you with open arms and all you need is a love for books. Book readers' havens, these are sometimes bookstores or cafes and in some instances it's a cafe that also doubles as a bookstore. Here they don't shoo you away if you are not buying or have been there too long. It's all right to pick a book off the shelf and just read. This is a list of some of the spots treasured by book lovers in Bangalore where quiet and space, somethings you need to get some reading done, are fast becoming rare. FOR COMPLETE READ AND REFERENCE LINK: http://newindianexpress.com/cities/bangalore/The-book-readers-havens/2013/0… Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and may not represent those of the Company or bind the Company. Any commitments made over e-mail are not financially binding on the company unless accompanied or followed by a valid purchase order. This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by Mail Scanner, and is believed to be clean. The Company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.jubl.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for providing list of peer reviewed journals in education
by Hemanta Gogoi 30 Sep '13

30 Sep '13

Respected Sir/Madam One of our faculty member needs some list of peer reviewed journals for the subject Education. Please suggest some journals which are in the process of publishing on or before December, 2013. Kindly guide us. * * ** *Yours Faithfully* * HEMANTA GOGOI* * Librarian, Chaiduar College Gohpur, Sonitpur, Pin:784168 * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Requirement of Library Assistants@M VJ Engineering College,Bangalore
by shankar anand 30 Sep '13

30 Sep '13

Dear All, Reputed M V J College of Engineering , Bangalore is looking for dynamicLibrary Assitantsin their Cenral Library, interested candidate may send their brief copy ofthe resumeto below mentioned E-Mail ids on or before 31st october 2013. 1) library(a)mvjce.edu.in 2) hiremathlis(a)gmail.com Position available:  Library Assistants Number of positions: 02 Job Location: M VJ  College of Engineering,Near ITPB,Channasandra,Bangalore-67 Preference 1: Diploma in Library Science candidates with 2 to 3 yearsexperience Preference 2: Male candidates. Preference 3: Good in English Communication Thanks and regardsMr.SHANKARANAND HIREMATHLIBRARIANM V JAYARAM COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, NEAR ITBPBANGALORE -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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AN APPEAL TO LIFE MEMBERS of IASLIC
by IASLIC Kolkata 29 Sep '13

29 Sep '13

*AN APPEAL TO LIFE MEMBERS* *( FOR DONATION )* * * The esteemed members of IASLIC are alive to the spiraling prices in the economy creating an acute financial stringency in carrying on the IASLIC activities. The learned members of its Governing Body in their 3rd GB Meeting held at Puducherry on December 10 2012 and subsequently in the Annual General Meeting held on December 11, 2013 during the 25th National Seminar decided to make an ardent appeal to the already enrolled Life Members of IASLIC to be generous to donate liberally at least Rs.1000/- to help IASLIC achieve avowed objective. Accordingly IASLIC extends this ardent appeal to all its esteemed life members to please come forward to help IASLIC by donating liberally at least Rs. 1000/- by DD / cheque duly drawn in favour of IASLIC. The donors' names will be published in the IASLIC Newsletter. Prof. Pijushkanti Panigrahi General Secretary, IASLIC -- * **Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi*, Hony General Secretary, IASLIC, P-291, CIT Scheme No. 6M, Kankurgachi, Kolkata - 700054 iaslic(a)vsnl.net or iaslic.india(a)gmail.com www.iaslic1955.org.in *Join IASLIC, Contribute to IASLIC, Strengthen IASLIC* -- * **Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi*, Hony General Secretary, IASLIC, P-291, CIT Scheme No. 6M, Kankurgachi, Kolkata - 700054 iaslic(a)vsnl.net or iaslic.india(a)gmail.com www.iaslic1955.org.in *Join IASLIC, Contribute to IASLIC, Strengthen IASLIC* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Application for Project Fellow - reg
by KESHAVA SULLIA 28 Sep '13

28 Sep '13

Dear Friends Applications are invited for one temporary post of Project Fellow at Department of Studies and Research in Library and Information Science, Tumkur University, Tumkur for a UGC sanctioned Major Research Project. Following are the details of the post and Research project Qualifications: MSc in Library and Information Science/MLISc with a minimum of 55% Marks. Desirable: Knowledge of computer applications and Proficiency in English and Kannada language. Emoluments and Term:. Rs.14,000- Per Month for a period of 17 months Last date for submission of application: 5th October 2013. Address for sending applications: Dr. Keshava, Associate Professor, Department of Studies and Research in Library and Information Science, Dr.V.S Acharya Block, Tumkur University, BH Road, Tumkur-572103.Email: keshtut(a)gmail.com, Contact No: 9880836863 Sincerely Dr. Keshava Associate Professor Dept of Studies and Research in Library and Information Science Tumkur University, BH Road, Tumkur, Karnataka, India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Book Fair-2013 at NIT Rourkela
by Vinod Kumar Mishra 27 Sep '13

27 Sep '13

Dear All, Biju Patnaik Central Library (BPCL) organizes Book fair each year (for 3 days) and huge number of vendors/publishers participated from each corner of the country. Our library Book procurement/selection is mainly done during this event and maximum of our Book budget utilized through this Book Fair. All Vendors/Publishers and Book Lovers are most welcome to this mega event of Library/NIT Rourkela. For details please click the link below: http://nitrkl.ac.in/IntraWeb/Miscellaneous/Document/2013/131009142706.pdf V.K. Mishra In-charge, Library With regards, Vinod Kumar Mishra, Assistant Librarian, Biju Patnaik Central Library, NIT Rourkela, Mob:91+9439420860 91+6612462103 (O) email: vinod_librarian(a)rediffmail.com : mishravk79(a)gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Discussion on JNU Library
by Mailing List Admin 27 Sep '13

27 Sep '13

Date: 27 Sep 2013 06:51:50 -0000 From: Vinod Kumar Mishra <vinod_librarian(a)rediffmail.com> Dear All, I would just like to say "if you are honest it means not people will not blame you, similarly if you are a vegetarian it means not that Lion will not attack on you" On Fri, 27 Sep 2013 12:00:50 +0530 wrote >Dear Moderator, >It is quite unfortunate to see a posting personally blaming a librarian >regarding a press report. I am referring to the Hindu report on JNU >Library. The students' unions have every right to criticize anything and >everything. But, it is quite unfortunate that we, library professionals, >make a platform like LIS Forum for such unhealthy criticisms. I could see >the postings of many of the students of JNU appreciating the library >there. Regards, -- Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai *MA; MLISc; PGDEC; PGDCA; DCHN; NET; PhD.* Assistant Librarian & Publication Officer Co-ordinator, NMEICT Nodal Officer, Higher Education Survey Associate Editor, CUK Newsletter Central University of Kerala Vidyanagar P.O. Kasargod, Kerala, India Mob: 09447468586 Blog: www.dineshkoovakkai.blogspot.com Visit our library website at: www.universitylibrarycuk.yolasite.com With regards, Vinod Kumar Mishra, Assistant Librarian, Biju Patnaik Central Library, NIT Rourkela, Mob:91+9439420860 91+6612462103 (O) email: vinod_librarian(a)rediffmail.com : mishravk79(a)gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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SoFerence 2013: Get to know Best Practices in Libraries and Adopt yourself for your Libraries success
by Mailing List Admin 27 Sep '13

27 Sep '13

Date: Thu, 26 Sep 2013 13:22:27 +0530 From: Iranna Shettar <iranna.shettar(a)tcs.com> Dear Professional Friends, Due to generous Sponsorship, Registration fee has been reduced - Hurry Up! SoFerence 2013: a social platform ‘Of the Librarians, By the Librarians, For the Librarian’, through which professionals are encouraged to share their failures, learnings, best practices, success stories etc. in LIS & related areas and apply such learnings at their workplace. It also empowers each participant to play a vital role by acting as a moderator to choose the best set of papers, which will be eventually selected for publication Call for Papers: Unpublished and original papers on the above theme are invited. Only good papers will be accepted after thorough plagiarism check for stage presentation. Further, based on the participant’s feedback and editorial advice, papers will be selected for the publication in SoFerence Proceedings (to be published after the event as a book with ISBN). #Case Studies on Failures, Learnings, Creativity, Process Improvements, New Initiatives, Best Practices, Success Stories, Current Awareness Services, Information Retrieval & Repackaging Query Handling, Librarian as Subject Matter Expert, Application of ICT/LMS/KM, Marketing of Info Products, HRM, etc.* #Surveys on Users Satisfaction, Use of eBooks / Journals, Job Satisfaction, Career Growth, New Opportunities, etc.* #Classroom Teaching v/s Internship in LIS, Soft Skills, Professionalism, Recent Trends, Future of Libraries, etc.* *Specific to LIS and related areas. The full paper should be sent to: soference(a)gmail.com Revised Registration Fee*: Working Professionals: Rs. 900/- Students, Research Scholars & Retired Professionals: Rs. 500/- *Includes SoFerence Kit, Breakfast, Tea/Coffee, Snacks, Lunch and SoFerence Proceedings (to be sent after publication). The completed registration form (enclosed or download from https://sites.google.com/site/soference) along with the registration fee in the form of Cheque/DD in favour of “Karnataka State Library Association ”, payable at Bangalore should send to: Registration Committee - SoFerence 2013 C/o Information Resource Centre Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. (LCentre), Near Vydehi Hospital, Plot No.78, 79 & 83, EPIP Industrial Area, Whitefield, Bangalore - 560066, Karnataka, India OR Pay registration fee online to KALA A/C: 1146101024883, IFSC Code: (will be shared on request), Canara Bank, Vijayanagar Branch, Bangalore and email your registration form to soference(a)gmail.com Important Dates: October 10, 2013: Full Paper Submission October 15, 2013: Registration Closes October 19-20, 2013: SoFerence Dates Awards & Recognitions: For Authors: SoFerence Best Paper Award (Overall Audience Choice) SoFerence Best Paper Award (Jury Choice - Every session) Open to All Rapid Fire Quiz Award Voice of SoFerence: Special Award More Details Available @: https://sites.google.com/site/soference/ Refer our latest brochure: https://16344375-a-62cb3a1a-s-sites.googlegroups.com/site/soference/SoFeren… With Best Wishes Iranna Shettar Chair -IT & Website Committee, SoFerence 2013 & Information Analyst - Information Resource Centre Tata Consultancy Services No 42, Think campus Electronic City phase II Bangalore - 560100,Karnataka India Ph:- +91 80 6724 2910 Ph:- +91 80 6724 1188 Buzz:- 484 2910 Mailto: iranna.shettar(a)tcs.com Website: http://www.tcs.com ____________________________________________ Experience certainty. IT Services Business Solutions Consulting ____________________________________________

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TRIBUTES TO PROFESSOR LANCASTER
by Sadasivan KP 27 Sep '13

27 Sep '13

Professor Lancaster's demise is indeed a shocking and saddening news for me. His visit to Trivandrum more than two decades ago in response to my invitation and the few days he had spent as a guest of the then RRL(CSIR) Trivandrum is unforgettable. I had the privilege of organizing three programmes of Prof. Lancaster during his visit : CSIR Golden Jubilee Lecture on Scientific Productivity at RRLT, another lecture on a related topic in the University of Kerala and a Television Programme by DoorDarshan Kendra (the then existing only electronic media channel in the city). The two lectures were attended by packed audience in the respective halls. The DD programme was a discussion associating Dr. AD Damodaran, the then Director of RRLT and Mr. S. Parthasarathy, the then British Council Librarian, Trivandrum. When he visited my Library, we had informal discussions on quite a few issues related to LIS - blended with the trends, the pragmatism and the philosophy. Some of his replies/observations refreshingly echo still in my thoughts..... " Library is the last place I like to visit these days" " Well, the Papperless Society has in reality, its own constraints to be 100% paperless " " The smell of a new book, of its paper, admittedly brings in the nostalgic feeling of the print world " When I was a student of LIS, while familiarizing with Prof. Lancaster's works and contributions on Information Retrieval Systems, Paperless Information Systems, Indexing and Abstracting, Measurement and Evaluation, etc., I was delightfully excited and was gazing at him as a child gazing at a glittering star, several light years afar ! Years after, in the early 1990s, when he visited Trivandrum as my guest (accompanied by his Italian wife), it was really 'a dream come true' effect in my life ! I thankfully remember Prof. MA Gopinath, who telephonically informed me from Bangalore about Prof. Lancaster's India visit....in his inimitable words : " Sadasivan ! A BIG FISH is here around...Want to catch him? Act swiftly " The result : 'THE BIG FISH' in Trivandrum during the very next week ! Prof. Lancaster was a visionary scholar, whose insight triggered a host of novel ideas in formulating new theories and models with the strong back up of empirical studies and scientific inferences. His simplicity and human approach endeared him to his friends and the public. I request our professional fraternity to join me for respectfully paying homage to the departed ! Sadasivan KP Consultant (Library) IIITMK, Technopark, Trivandrum and Former Head, Knowledge Resource Centre, NIIST(CSIR), Trivandrum -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Book Festival 2013 in Kerala Agricultural University: Registration Started
by Dr. A.T. Francis 27 Sep '13

27 Sep '13

National Book Festival 2013 in KAU: Registration Started The National Book Festival in the College of Horticulture, Kerala Agricultural University, Vellanikkara, Thrissur is being organised this year during 24-26 October 2013. Printed as well as electronic books in all subjects like agriculture, science and technology, education, health, literature, linguistics, entertainment, cinema, etc. and digital reading gadgets and instruments can be displayed during the exhibition. Publishers, distributors, writers and other agencies willing to participate in the National Book Festival should register in advance. Registration will be accepted till Oct. 15. Registration is free. Address: The Head, Library, College of Horticulture, Kerala Agricultural University, KAU Post, Thrissur - 680 656, Phone: 0487-2438311; 9496839409; e-mail: francisaloor(a)yahoo.com; francis.at(a)kau.in; website: www.kauhort.in; www.kau.edu. Dr. A.T. FRANCIS, MCom, MLISc, NET, PhD HEAD, LIBRARY & IT NODAL OFFICER College of Horticulture Kerala Agricultural University Thrissur - 680 656, India, 91-9496839409 (m) francisaloor(a)yahoo.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Vacancy
by Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai 27 Sep '13

27 Sep '13

Dear Professional friends, Central University of Kerala has advertised several non-teaching positions including library positions as per its Employment Notification No. 4/13. For details visit the University website at: http://www.cukerala.ac.in/posts/360 Regards, -- Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai *MA; MLISc; PGDEC; PGDCA; DCHN; NET; PhD.* Assistant Librarian & Publication Officer Co-ordinator, NMEICT Nodal Officer, Higher Education Survey Associate Editor, CUK Newsletter Central University of Kerala Vidyanagar P.O. Kasargod, Kerala, India Mob: 09447468586 Blog: www.dineshkoovakkai.blogspot.com Visit our library website at: www.universitylibrarycuk.yolasite.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy of Library Trainees at XLRI, Jamshedpur
by Bino Jose 27 Sep '13

27 Sep '13

Dear Moderator kindly circulate the following matter for aspiring LIS graduates With Warm Regards Dr.Bino Jose Chief Librarian, Sir Jehangir Gandhy Library Xavier Labour Relations Institute(XLRI) C.H. Area (East) Jamshedpur Jharkhand State India-831 001 Contact (O) +91-657-665 3197 (M) +91-980 1444 007 (Fax) +91-657 222 7814 Website: www.xlri.ac.in "All men are like grass, and all their glory is like the flowers of the filed; the grass withers and flowers fall, but the word of the Lord stands forever." Isaiah 40:6-8 XLRI, Jamshedpur is looking for young, dynamic,tech -savvy, highly motivated and committed fresh Post Graduates in Library & Information science from recognized Indian/Foreign Universities to serve as "Library Trainees" purely on temporary basis for one year. Remuneration: Consolidated stipend of INR 15,000/= Per Month. The selected candidate will have to work on shifts on rotation basis. Number of Vacancies: 3 Interested candidates may send their application with resume to library(a)xlri.ac.in within 2 weeks from the date of this notification. Librarian, XLRI Jamshedpur Jharkhand State-831 001 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Advertisement for Non-Faculty Positions at Indian Institute of Management, Raipur.
by Sri Ramchandra Madar 26 Sep '13

26 Sep '13

*Indian Institute of Management, Raipur:* * 1. Sr. Library & Information Assistant : One Post (Regular)* *Job Profile:*To assist the Librarian in offering the library services to the Faculty and the students and documentation of library activities. *Qualification: *Post Graduate degree in Library Information Science and Library software knowledge *Experience: *Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in Library. Experience in institute of repute and universities will be preferred. *Upper Age Limit:* 35 years. *Pay Scale –*PB 2: Rs.9,300-34,800, GP Rs.4,200 *2. Junior Library Assistant : Three Post (Contract)* *Job Profile:*To assist the Librarian in offering the library services to the Faculty and the students and documentation of library activities. *Qualification:*Master Degree in Library and Information Science *Experience:*Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience in a reputed institute/university *Upper Age Limit*: 30 years. *Consolidated emoluments:* Rs.18,000-20,000 depending upon qualification and experience. The contract will be for a period of one year which may be extended further on the basis of performance Last date: Oct 24, 2013, For more information visit: www.iimraipur.ac.in/career.htm -- Regards, Ramchandra Madar ( B.A., M.L.I.Sc.) Librarian, Roohi college of Nursing, Bangalore. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Discussion on JNU Library
by Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai 26 Sep '13

26 Sep '13

Dear Moderator, It is quite unfortunate to see a posting personally blaming a librarian regarding a press report. I am referring to the Hindu report on JNU Library. The students' unions have every right to criticize anything and everything. But, it is quite unfortunate that we, library professionals, make a platform like LIS Forum for such unhealthy criticisms. I could see the postings of many of the students of JNU appreciating the library there. Regards, -- Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai *MA; MLISc; PGDEC; PGDCA; DCHN; NET; PhD.* Assistant Librarian & Publication Officer Co-ordinator, NMEICT Nodal Officer, Higher Education Survey Associate Editor, CUK Newsletter Central University of Kerala Vidyanagar P.O. Kasargod, Kerala, India Mob: 09447468586 Blog: www.dineshkoovakkai.blogspot.com Visit our library website at: www.universitylibrarycuk.yolasite.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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MYSTERY OVER OBESITY 'FRAUD': RESEARCHER BAFFLED AFTER HIS RESULTS APPEAR IN BOGUS PAPER.
by Ragaavendra R 26 Sep '13

26 Sep '13

Dear Moderator, Kindly circulate this. MYSTERY OVER OBESITY 'FRAUD': RESEARCHER BAFFLED AFTER HIS RESULTS APPEAR IN BOGUS PAPER. Ghost writing is taking on an altogether different meaning in a mysterious case of alleged scientific fraud. The authors of a paper published in July (A. Vezyraki et al. Biochem. Biophys. Res. Commun. http://doi.org/nxb; 2013), which reported significant findings in obesity research, seem to be phantoms. They are not only unknown at the institution listed on the paper, but no trace of them as researchers can be found. The paper, published in the Elsevier journal Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications (BBRC), is not the kind of prank that journals have encountered before, in which hoaxsters have submitted dummy papers to highlight weaknesses in the peer-review process. The paper's reported findings - that overexpression of two novel proteins in fat cells leads to improvements in metabolic processes related to diabetes and obesity in mice - are, in fact, true. FOR COMPLETE READ AND REFERENCE LINK: http://www.nature.com/news/mystery-over-obesity-fraud-1.13810?WT.ec_id=NATU… Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and may not represent those of the Company or bind the Company. Any commitments made over e-mail are not financially binding on the company unless accompanied or followed by a valid purchase order. This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by Mail Scanner, and is believed to be clean. The Company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.jubl.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re. JNU library strives for excellence, The Hindu NEW DELHI, September 23, 2013
by Mariyam Shipha 26 Sep '13

26 Sep '13

Dear Professional, I have just seen the counter-view of the Hindu article "JNU library strives for excellence" in this article "*Unethical Journalism and the Dictated Story about the Excellence of JNU Library*" available at http://beyondheadlines.in/2013/09/unethical-journalism-and-the-dictated-sto… It is really embarrassing to know that Librarian's are now a days hankering for publicity with half truth. Regards Mariyam -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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‘MyLISA OPENS’ Inaugural Function-Invitation
by Vasanth 26 Sep '13

26 Sep '13

Dear Professionals, Mysore Librarians and Information Scientists Association (MyLISA), Mysore in association with S.B.R.R. Mahajana First Grade College, Mysore Cordially Invite you for the Inaugural Function of ‘MyLISA OPENS’(MyLISA Orientaion Programme for Enthusiasts of NET/ SLET in Library and Information Science)on Sunday,September29, 2013. Chief Guest of the Program: Prof.D.Shrijay Devaraj Urs Registrar (Evaluation),University of Mysore Mysore Presided Over By: Shri.R.Vasudeva Murthy President Mahajana Education Society Mysore Guest of Honour: Shri.Naga Srinivasa Hon.Secretary,Mahajana Education Society, Mysore Presence: Prof.K.V.Prabhakara Principal S.B.R.R. Mahajana First Grade College & Shri.S.Nagaraja President MyLISA,Mysore Time: 10.00 AM. Venue: AVC2,SBRR Mahajana First Grade College, Jayalakshmipuram, Mysore- 570012 All are cordially invited For more information please visit MyLISA Webpage @ http://www.mylisamysore.weebly.com or contact Dr. N.S. Harinarayana, Secretary, MyLISA, Mysore @ 9741533380. Program invitation attached ------------------------- With best wishes Vasantha Raju N. Public Relation Officer MyLISA Mysore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Registrations Open-InfoQuiz@ICADL2013(15th International Conference on Asia-Pacific Digital Libraries)-Register & Win. Participate to win more...
by Shalini Urs 26 Sep '13

26 Sep '13

Dear LIS Professionals: InfoQuiz@ICADL 2013: Registrations Open InfoQuiz 2013 is the ICADL2013's winning attraction! Any LIS /Digital Library enthusiast can participate and win: - Surprise gifts (for every 50th registration) - A free trip to Bangalore, India (for winners of the first round online quiz) - Free registration for ICADL 2013 (for these winners) - Cash award to Grand Finale winners - And of course trophy and recognition THE REGISTRATION IS OPEN FROM TODAY (SEPTEMBER 26, 2013). InfoQuiz Online Round - Trial Run : 17th October 2013 InfoQuiz Online Round - Live : 21st October 2013 InfoQuiz Stage Round - at the ICADL 2013 Conference on 10th December 2013 Six top-scorers will be selected from the first round online quiz for the Grand finale Stage Quiz at the ICADL 2013 on 10th December 2013 Visit ICADL site today (http://www.icadl2013.org.in) Register for InfoQuiz 2013 If you are a first round winner, your ICADL registration fee will be refunded. ICADL 2013 brings to you InfoQuiz 2013, a first in the ICADL conference series. Presented by Informatics India Ltd., Bangalorea three decade old Information Company and ICADL 2013 corporate partner, InfoQuiz is an opportunity for you to test your trivia -- Dr. Shalini R.Urs Chair, ICADL 2013 & Executive Director and Professor International School of Information Management University of Mysore Manasagangotri Mysore - 570006 Phone : + 91 821 2514699 Fax : + 91 821 2519209 www.isim.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IDLI@ICADL 2013, Bangalore - showcase your DL and win prizes!
by franc＠library.iisc.ernet.in 25 Sep '13

25 Sep '13

Dear Friends, The 15th edition of ICADL 2013 is coming to Bangalore and will be held in Bangalore during December 9-11 2013. The registration for the conference is already open and do ensure that you avail the 'Ahead of Time' registration option, which is closing by September 30, 2013 (http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/Registration.html) Would you like to showcase your DL, attend the conference, and win some exciting prizes too--without paying the registration fee? ICADL 2013 will not be just another run-of-the-mill DL conference! Apart from plenary talks and presentations of accepted papers, several special events are lined up during the conference. Once such event is showcasing of Indian Digital Library Initiatives (IDLI). We invite short (2 page) proposals from those of you who have implemented digital libraries in your own organisations for IDLI. We will select up to 10 proposals for showcasing them at the ICADL 2013. The criteria for selection would include (but not limited to): 1. Innovation and Novelty - There should be some aspect of novelty in the initiative. For example novelty could be customization of DL software to meet local needs or to implement a feature that is not supported by the software. The customization could be at the source code and/or configuration levels. Novelty could also be in terms of how social media is used to engage the users 2. Currency - The Initiatives should be current with respect to content and DL software and features being used 3. Impact - What has been the impact of your DL? How and how many users have you reached? How are you engaging your end user? What does the usage statistics reveal? Do you feel that the DL initiative that you are part of qualifies for the above and more? Then, here is your chance to attend the ICADL 2013 for free. You could also get financial support to attend the next ICADL. The write up should not be more than 2 pages and it should cover: - Name of the DL initiative - Year of establishment - Software being used - Current version of the software and the version being used - Innovation / Novelty in the initiative. Please briefly describe the innovation introduced by you - Impact of the initiative with reference user to its reach and usage - Email id of the administrator Up to 10 selected proposals will get a free registration for the ICADL 2013 conference. This apart, the top two DL initiative will win attractive prizes and the best initiative may get financial support to attend the next ICADL! All the selected proposals can showcase their DLs through posters and live demonstrations. The showcasing will take place in the exhibition hall of the conference venue, so there is no time constraint to showcase your DL initiatives. A 3-member team comprising of experts in the DL field will adjudge proposals, and the winners will be selected. ICADL 2013 says, " There is something like a free lunch after all" Dr. Francis Jayakanth IDLI@ICADL 2013 Coordinator Member, ICADL 2013 Organizing Committee & JRD Tata Memorial Library Indian Institute of Science Bangalore - 560012, India franc(a)library.iisc.ernet.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Fw: JNU library strives for excellence, The Hindu NEW DELHI, September 23, 2013
by Swapan kumar Patra 25 Sep '13

25 Sep '13

Hi, I just saw counter-view of the Hindu article " JNU library strives for excellence" in this article "*Unethical Journalism and the Dictated Story about the Excellence of JNU Library*" available at http://beyondheadlines.in/2013/09/unethical-journalism-and-the-dictated-sto… This is to bring in your kind attention only, although I have different opinion on this matter. Regards -- Dr. Swapan Kumar Patra Senior Researcher EJOLT Centre for Studies in Science Policy School of Social Sciences Jawaharlal Nehru University New Delhi-110067 INDIA Ph-+91-9013743645 On Tue, Sep 24, 2013 at 12:29 PM, <lis-forum-request(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in>wrote: > > > Message: 2 > Date: Mon, 23 Sep 2013 09:39:45 +0530 > From: "Dr. Ramesh C Gaur" <rcgaur(a)mail.jnu.ac.in> > Subject: [LIS-Forum] Fw: JNU library strives for excellence, The Hindu > NEW DELHI, September 23, 2013 > > > http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-newdelhi/jnu-library-st… > Libraries are at the heart of any institute of learning. A good university > must have a good library, otherwise it does not serve its purpose. > > Many students are disappointed every year when they do not make the cut to > the mostly post-graduate, research-oriented Jawaharlal Nehru University. > Since a seat at this university is as difficult to come by as some global > universities that are famed for their libraries, the nine-storied JNU > library too is trying to fulfil the expectations from it. > > ?We have six lakh printed books and one lakh e-books available for > circulation. We subscribe to 800 print journals annually from all major > international and some Indian publications. We also have access to around > 2,300 newspapers from 97 countries in 52 languages, and around 55 research > databases. Currently, we also have 8 lakh digital newspaper clippings which > are relevant to 72 subjects, and possess a rare collection of Urdu, Persian > and Art books,? said JNU?s head librarian Ramesh Gaur, who was called in > around two years ago to overhaul the library which had been leaderless for > almost five years. > > ?The most recent activity we carried out was to digitise around 20,000 > thesis and dissertations, the hard copies of which were lying around. Those > that are more than three years old can be accessed from anywhere in the > world, whereas the others will be available on the net anywhere on the > campus,? he said, adding that when he got there, the first thing he noticed > was the mess in the mezzanine section on the ninth floor. > > The ?before? pictures of this area show dusty books stacked high and > almost reaching the ceiling, while ?after? pictures show students sitting > on wooden benches calmly reading or writing. ?The room was hardly used, > serving as a warehouse of sorts which was a pity since the view was so > nice,? he said. There are lifts, so it is easy to make use of the stunning > view of the entire campus as well as the neighbourhood. > > ?The library has a carpet area of one lakh square feet and a seating > capacity of 1,000. It opens at 8 a.m. and remains open until midnight. > There is also a 24/7 reading room, which can seat more than a hundred on > the ground floor. We have around 200 computers and a special section called > ?Helen Keller? meant for visually-challenged students with the latest > assisted technology. Locker facilities are given to Ph.D. students and > another new addition is more plug points for students to charge their > computers. All our material has been catalogued,? Dr. Gaur said. > > Libraries have to evolve so there is a stock verification done routinely. > The library, in a bid to be more involved, has also started the ?JNU forum > for mutual learning? where it organises guest lectures and author > workshops. ?Students want these workshops; we have editors coming and > telling them how to get their work published, how to write abstracts, > proposal letters and everything. We also organise book releases and other > talk programmes and conferences,? he said. > > The latest facility the library has procured is the ?turn it in? software > that checks plagiarism. The university has made it compulsory for students > to run their thesis through this software that points out any similarities > that might exist with the work submitted and any other publication. ?The > Ph.D. supervisor also puts the thesis through this software, even after the > student has submitted the report.? > > The library went one step further this past year when it set up a stall at > the World Book Fair in the city showcasing student and faculty > publications. ?That was a first,? added Dr. Gaur. > > -- > This message has been scanned for viruses and > dangerous content by MailScanner, and is > believed to be clean. > >

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Doctoral Consortium and WiS 2013@ICADL- IEEE TCDL Travel support - Call for Papers from Doctoral Students
by Shalini Urs 25 Sep '13

25 Sep '13

Dear LIS budding researchers : Here is an opportunity to attend, discuss, and publish your Doctoral Research work in Progress! CALL FOR PAPERS FOR THE JOINT SESSION ON ??International Workshop on Global Collaboration of Information Schools (WiS 2013)??and??Doctoral Student Consortium (DSC 2013)??Co-located with the 15th International Conference on Asia-Pacific Digital Libraries (ICADL 2013)??Bangalore, India | December 9, 2013?? (ttp://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/WiS_2013_and_Doctoral_Consortium.html) This is a call for papers for the research paper presentation session of DSC 2013. This call is specifically directed towards the current Graduate/PhD students and young researchers of the CiSAP and LIS community.?? DOCTORAL STUDENT CONSORTIUM: CALL FOR PAPERS : ??We invite doctoral students and young researchers to submit extended abstracts to, and participate in, the joint session on WiS 2013 and DSC 2013. The consortium is intended for doctoral students who have a specific research proposal and some preliminary results on topics related to digital libraries, especially on the theme of Social Media and Community Networks. Submissions are solicited from doctoral students who may be at any stage of their doctoral studies. Students who have sufficient time prior to completing their theses or dissertations are especially encouraged to submit their proposals, so that they can benefit from the experiences they gain at the Consortium. Students who are looking to pursue doctoral studies, but are not yet registered at any university as doctoral students, are also encouraged to submit their proposals. The Consortium will offer a critical but supportive opportunity for doctoral students to discuss their research in progress, and to receive feedback and advice.??Students are required to submit a 3-page extended abstract describing their research. The extended abstract should clearly state the results already obtained, and a plan for the thesis or dissertation. Submissions relating to any aspect of digital library research are welcome, especially those conforming to the main theme and topics of ICADL 2013 INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP ON GLOBAL COLLABORATION OF INFORMATION SCHOOLS (WiS 2013)? Like previous years, this year the International Workshop on Global Collaboration of Information Schools (WIS 2013) will be held on the platform of ICADL 2013 on December 9, 2013. The first half of the Workshop will comprise research paper sessions, which is being organized jointly with the Doctoral Student Consortium (DSC) of ICADL 2013. The second half of the day, which will be held under the banner of CiSAP (Consortium of iSchools for Asia-Pacific) (www.cisap.asia <http://www.cisap.asia/>), will comprise a round table discussion and may include some invited position papers on future collaborations among members of the CiSAP and the Library & Information Science (LIS) community.?? Submissions must be no longer than 3 pages. All submissions must be written in English, and must follow Springer's formatting guidelines (http://www.springer.de/comp/lncs/authors.html) Papers are to be submitted via the Consortium's EasyChair page (https://www.easychair.org/conferences/?conf=icadldc2013) All submissions will be reviewed by a program committee before being accepted for presentation.? IMPORTANT DATES?: Submission deadline: 11:59 PM, Friday, October 18, 2013, India Time (GMT + 05:30)? Acceptance notification: October 25, 2013 Camera-ready submission deadline: 11:59 PM, Friday, November 1, 2013, India Time (GMT + 05:30)? TRAVEL SUPPORT??: Based on the reviews obtained for the extended abstracts, the program committee of WiS 2013/DSC 2013 will select one or two students for receiving a grant to enable the student(s) to travel to Bangalore, India for the conference. This grant is expected to be to the tune of $700, to be split between the selected students. The Organizing Committee of WiS 2013/DSC 2013 would like to thank IEEE TCDL, the sponsors of this grant. PROCEEDINGS?: The proceedings of WiS 2013/DSC 2013 are proposed to be published as an issue of the TCDL Bulletin. (Discussions are currently underway with TCDL for deciding this.)?? Shigeo Sugimoto, Gobinda Chowdhury, Unmil Karadkar, and Mandar Mutalikdesai? Program Committee Co-chairs, WiS 2013/DSC 2013 -- Dr. Shalini R.Urs Chair, ICADL 2013 & Executive Director and Professor International School of Information Management University of Mysore Manasagangotri Mysore - 570006 Phone : + 91 821 2514699 Fax : + 91 821 2519209 www.isim.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Call for Papers for National Conference on “Contemporary Engineering College Libraries: Challenges and Prospects”,on Jan 10-11, 2014
by Dr.Mallikarjun Bachalapur 24 Sep '13

24 Sep '13

To, Modrator LIS Forum, NCSI, Bangalore Kindly forward to all LIS professionals Kalpataru Vidya Samsthe® KALPATARU INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY National Conference on “Contemporary Engineering College Libraries: Challenges and Prospects”, on January 10-11, 2014 Organized by Library and Information Centre KALPATARU INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY TIPTUR-572 201, Karnataka In association with AKELPA and KALA, Bangalore Ph: +91 8134-251938, 9740016911, Fax- 08134-251939 www.kittiptur.ac.in, librarian(a)kittiptur.ac.in , bachalapur(a)gmail.com About Institute: The Kalpataru Institute of Technology, Tiptur, Tumkur District, a premier centre for technical education in Karnataka was established in the year 1986. The college is located alongside NH 206 on a sprawling area of 26 acres nestling in lush green garden. The Institute posses all the necessary infrastructural facilities required to impart quality technical education. The institute is offering 6 UG courses, 3 PG courses and has research centre recognized by VTU Belgaum and Tumkur University. Library and Information Centre: The Library and Information Centre is housed in the administrative block and occupies an area of about 1250 Sq.Mts. It caters to the informational needs of the students and the faculty members of the institute. It has more than 65,000 volumes and 100 technical journals. Library is subscribing E-resources like IEEE-ASPP, EBSCO databases, ASME through AICTE-INDEST Consortia. It is also having institutional repository of scholarly articles published by faculty members and E-learning resources are maintained using DSpace. About Conference: The advancements taking place (particularly in the field of ICT) are influencing all types of libraries in providing information services and facilities. Emerging technologies like web 2.0, mobile technologies, Digital Library technologies, Open access to knowledge, Library networking & consortia have many implications on the contemporary engineering college libraries on Library Space management, Finance Resource management, User studies, use studies, information literacy programmes. The environment calls for various skills and techniques required of LIS personnell. Together these create challenges and provide opportunities to the profession as well as the libraries. The present conference is organized to deliberate on these issues and provide a platform to the various stakeholders to present their views and report any best practices so that the other engineering college professionals can adopt and implement. Hence the following theme and sub-themes have been chosen Conference Theme: Contemporary Engineering College Libraries: Challenges and Prospects Sub Themes: • Digital Library Technologies • Digital Preservations • Open Access to Knowledge • Emerging Technologies web 2.0, mobile technologies, open source softwares • Information Literacy • User studies • Use studies • Library Space Management, Finance Resource Management • Library Networking and Consortia • Skills and techniques required of LIS personnel • Best Practice Call for Papers and Paper Submission Guidelines: Unpublished and original research papers on the theme and sub-themes mentioned are invited. Only selected papers will be accepted after a blind review and thorough plagiarism check for stage presentation and inclusion in the proceeding volume (to be published on the day of the event as a book with ISBN) Authors to follow the following guidelines • Paper should be • In.doc format • In single spaced • A4 page size • Times New Roman 12 font size • Between 8-10 pages and • APA reference style • Scanned copy of Copyright Declaration letter (with the details of theme, author, etc.) duly signed by the author(s) should be sent along with the paper • Paper should have Title, Author(s) Name, Organization Address, Tel. No, Email Id etc. • Registration is mandatory for presentation and inclusion in the conference volume. • The full paper should be sent to :librarian@kittiptur.ac.in or bachalapur(a)gmail.com Important dates: Paper Submission Deadline : 25th October,2013 Intimation to the author/s : 5th November, 2013 Submission of camera ready version by the authors along with registration fee: 20th November, 2013 Who can Participate? Library and Information professionals working in academic institutions, R & D Centers, Corporate and Public Libraries. Registration Fee: Participation Fees (Early Bird Registration) Library Professional : Rs. 500/- Students of LIS Schools : Rs. 300/- Participation Fees (Registration after Deadline) Library Professional : Rs. 750/- Students of LIS Schools : Rs. 500/- DD should be drawn in favour of “The Principal, KIT, payable at Tiptur” Accommodation: Accommodation will be provided on request in KIT Hostel • We will facilitate the hotel bookings on your behalf only on the basis of your request and advance payment. Location: Tiptur town lies in the southern part of Karnataka and is in Tumkur District. It is 850.3 mtrs above sea level and located on Bangalore- Honnavar N.H-206 at a distance of 144 KM from Bangalore. The town is well connected by road and is only two hours journey from Bangalore by train. Temples famous for stone sculpture at Belur, Halebidu and 58 foot monolithic statue of Bahubali at Shravabelagola and pilgrimage centre at Yediyur are the nearest tourist attractions. • We are ready to arrange for travel facilities to undertake the above mentioned itinerary only if sufficient requests are made in advance with necessary payments. Organizing Secretary: Dr.M.M.Bachalapur, Librarian, KIT librarian(a)kittiptur.ac.in, bachalapur(a)gmail.com , M-9740016911 REGISTRATION FORM Kalpataru Vidya Samsthe® KALPATARU INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY TIPTUR-572 201, Karnataka National Conference on “Contemporary Engineering College Libraries: Challenges and Prospects”, Scheduled on 10th and 11thJanuary, 2014, in association with AKELPA and KALA, Bangalore Name of the participant: Designation : Institution : Phone : Fax : E-mail : Title of the paper : Payment particulars: DD No & Date : DD should be drawn in favour of “ The Principal, KIT, payable at Tiptur Hostel Accommodation Required Yes ------ No ------ Date:--------- Signature of the participant Place:------------ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For information Contact: Dr. M.M. Bachalapur, Organizing Secretary Librarian, Kalpataru Institute of Technology, Tiptur-572 201, Karnataka +91-9740016911, +91-8134-251267 Fax - +91-8134-251939 URL: www.kittiptur.ac.in, email: librarian(a)kittiptur.ac.in, bachalapur(a)gmail.com -- Dr. M M Bachalapur Ph.D Librarian Kalpataru Institute of Technology Tiptur-572 201, Karnataka M- 9740016911 PH:08134-251267 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Conference Information
by Khalid Nadeem Khan 24 Sep '13

24 Sep '13

Dear Mr. Moderator Greetings of The Day I am sending Conference information for member of lis-forum. This information is given below . CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT Society for Library Professionals (SLP) & University of Delhi South Campus in Association with Special Libraries Association, Asian Chapter are pleased to announce two- day Library and Information Professionals Summit (LIPS) 2014 “From Brick to Click: Transforming Libraries into Social Spaces” on Friday-Saturday, 7-8 February 2014 at New Delhi, India Conference Theme : With the emergence of distributed forms of information in a double click environment, the role of physical libraries have changed considerably over the last ten years, to reflect changes in the nature of education. The importance of collaboration, group work and communication in teaching and learning are widely recognised and the central role of the library as a repository of facts and information is changing. While it is still important to have this kind of resource, it has proven to be a diminishing draw in terms of library traffic. The notion of transforming libraries into social and cultural spaces is an expansive role for the future library not only serving as an information resource, but much more, with the exact mission and goals evolving and changing over time. A culture-based library is one that taps into the spirit of the community, assessing priorities and providing resources to support the things deemed most important. Libraries are in a unique position to experiment with creative spaces so the future role of the library can define itself. Since the role of the library 20 years from now is still a mystery, libraries need to put their heads together to scratch the surface of many more changes to come and determine what ideas are drawing attention and getting traction. The conference aims to address the main issues of concern within the framework of this transformation. Program Structure : The conference program will include plenary sessions, invited and contributed papers, poster sessions, product presentations, panel discussions and an exhibition. A series of parallel sessions will be held offering delegates a wide range of in depth presentations by leading national and international experts. Submission of Papers : Unpublished research papers on different themes of the conference are solicited by December 15, 2013. Submission of full papers (not more than 5 pages) with an abstract in approximately 200 words, keywords and references on A4 size paper with margin 1.5 cm on all sides in MS Word format in 10 points New Times Roman type single line spacing. Length of the paper should not exceed 4000 words. Details such as name of the author, designation, title of the article, abstract, name of the affiliating institution, mailing address, telephone number, fax number and E-mail address are to be included. Authors of accepted papers will be informed by 15 January 2014. Selected papers will be published in the proceedings. Dr.Tariq Ashraf Organising Secretary University of Delhi South Campus New Delhi-110021 Email: slp.lib(a)gmail.com Thanks & Regards Khalid Nadeem Khan Librarian Faculty of Dentistry Jamia Millia Islamia (A Central University) New Delhi - 110025 +91-9868852508 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Assistants Vacancy at BNMIT, Bangalore
by putta swamy 24 Sep '13

24 Sep '13

Dear Moderator, Kindly bring this information for the benefit of LIS job aspirants. Applications are invited for the post of 'Library Assistants' at B N M Institute of Technology, Bangalore, a reputed Engineering College in Karnataka. Qualifications: B.L.I.S. degree with 1-2 years experience OR Freshers with M.L.I.S.degree. Preference will be given to the candidates who have IT knowledge with good communication skills. The candidates with sound knowledge of Data entry, Serial control and having an experience in handling of Library Management Software's and Digital Library Software's are preferred. Salary: Negotiable Last date to apply : 30-09-2013. Resumes with their recent photograph (scanned) should be sent to the following E-mail ID: bnmit.lib(a)gmail.com With best wishes, R.M. Puttaswamy Chief Librarian B.N.M. Institute of Technology, 27th Cross, 12th Main, BSK II Stage, Bangalore - 560 070. Ph:080-26711781-82. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Last date extended for Submission of Paper to National Conference at VTU, Belgaum, Karnataka, India
by Dr.K.R. Mulla 24 Sep '13

24 Sep '13

Dear Sir/Madam, Greeting for the day, Last date is extended for submission of Paper to National Conference at Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) is going to be held on November, 2013 at VTU, Belgaum, Karnataka, India. *Hence, the* *Conference Theme: Redefining Libraries in Electronic Age* * * *Sub Themes:* 1. *Redefining library building* ü Effective utilization of physical space ü Additional facilities for library users 1. *Redefining the organization of knowledge* ü Classification ü Cataloguing 1. *Redefining collection development, Information sources and services* ü Collection development ü Information sources and services ü Electronic sources and services ü Evaluation of Information Sources ü Library networking and consortia ü Open Access 1. *Redefining the management of library and information centers* ü Planning ü HRM & HRD ü Financial management and budgeting ü TQM ü Knowledge management ü Leadership and Public relations & Advocacy ü Soft skills for librarians 1. *Redefining the ICT applications for libraries* ü Integrated Library Management Software [ILMS] ü Digital library technologies and digital preservation ü Content Management Systems [CMS] ü Internet technology ü Open Source Software ü Web 2.0 applications ü Mobile technologies 1. *Redefining the User Education* ü Information Literacy ü Computer literacy ü Digital literacy 1. *Redefining the information society and information science* ü Dr.S.R. Ranganathan’s school of thought ü Relevance of Five Laws of Library Science in the present Internet era 1. *Redefining LIS education* ü LIS as an Applied science ü LIS curriculum ü Collaboration of Library and LIS departments ü Library as a laboratory for LIS education ü Online Courses in LIS ü Open Educational Resources (OER) *How to submit papers:* *Papers using the following author guidelines may please be submitted through the email at: krmulla(a)gmail.com or krmulla(a)vtu.ac.in on or before the due date.* - Submit unpublished and original papers in MS-Word .doc or .docx format using Double Space and Times new Roman 12 font size - Paper should have Title, Author/s name, Affiliation with complete address and E-mail address of authors, Abstract maximum of one paragraph and list of main Keywords. - References need to be as per APA (American Psychological Association) reference/citation Style guide - Tables or figures need to be incorporated in the text at appropriate places and numbered serially - Size of the paper (A4 size) between 4 and 8 pages *Who can Participate?* Library and Information Science professionals working in academic and research institutes, corporate offices and public libraries. *For more information regarding the event, you may please check conference website: http://www.vtu.ac.in or http://vtuerm12.webs.com/events.htm* * * *Important Dates* · Paper Submission Deadline 30-10-2013 · Notification of Acceptance 10-11-2013 · Early bird offer for Registration 25-11-2013 * * *Participation Fees (Early Bird Registration)* · Library Professional Rs. 500/- · Students of LIS Schools Rs. 300/- *Participation Fees (Registration After Deadline)* · Library Professional Rs. 750/- · Students of LIS Schools Rs. 500/- *Payment:* *Fees may please be paid via Demand Draft favouring ‘Finance Officer, VTU’ payable at Belgaum. The same may please be sent along with registration form to the organizing secretary at the address given below.* * * *Accommodation:* Limited Accommodation will be provided on request at VTU Campus. *Not: Limited hostel accommodation is available (first come first serve basis)* *Publication of Conference Volume:* *Conference proceedings will be published with ISBN Number: ** 978-81-924696-0-7*** * * *You may contact the organizing secretary at:* * * *Dr. K. R. Mulla* *Organizing Secretary,* *Librarian, Visvesvaraya Technological University,* *“Jnana Sangama” Belgaum-590 018, Karnataka.* *+91-9449873452 (M), +91-9448031969 (M)* * +91-831-2498191 (O) +91-831-2498192 (Fax)* *Email: krmulla(a)vtu.ac.in* *URL: www.vtu.ac.in* *Conference Website: http://vtuerm12.webs.com* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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article request from IMA J. Appl. Math. 33 , 1 (1984).
by NASAR 24 Sep '13

24 Sep '13

Dear Friends, I am in need of the following article. It will be of great help, if anybody can send me the soft copy of the same : C. Macaskill and T. E. Ewart - "Computer Simulation of Two Dimensional Random Wave Propagation", IMA J. Appl. Math. 33 , 1 (1984). Best Regards Abdunnasar IIST, Trivandrum -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Content Discovery seminar
by remi 23 Sep '13

23 Sep '13

Hi, It is really amazing to note that Discovery Landscape is widening in India. In this context, i would like to add some more interesting facts which I had observed as part of my comparative study of various Discovery systems ( paper presented in ICAL 2013 held at New Delhi) http://www.scribd.com/doc/170300503/Cloud-Web-Scale-Discovery-Services-Land… The big 4 players in Discovery market are 1. EBSCO Discovery service with more than 2300+ customer base all over the world. 2. Summon Discovery service with 600+ Customers 3. Primo Central of Exlibris 4. Worldcat local EBSCO Discovery service covers more than 90.000 journals and 6 million e-books metadata in its base index and other discovery services also have quite good amount of metadata. Recently Jawaharlal Nehru University had conducted a National Seminar on Web scale Discovery in which EBSCO Discovery Service and Summon presented their products. Another recent article with comparative study of the various Discovery services: http://crl.acrl.org/content/74/5/464.abstract *Regards,* * Ramina M,* * * Message: 4 > Date: Fri, 20 Sep 2013 16:05:22 +0530 > From: "Soji Mathew" <soji(a)informindia.co.in> > To: <lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> > Subject: [LIS-Forum] Invitation to Discovery Seminar in Bangalore > Message-ID: <008701ceb5ed$1c297a40$547c6ec0$(a)co.in> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > Informatics (India) Limited, Bangalore presents a seminar on OPAC, J-Gate > and FedGate - Content Discovery > > J-Gate Plus - completely new avatar of J-Gate crossed a landmark figure of > indexing 35,000+ journals qualifying to be the world's largest journal > discovery service. Another landmark that was achieved last month was > indexing 15,000+ open access journals in J-Gate making it the largest > discovery service for open access journals also. > > We would like to celebrate the event by highlighting various facts and > realities of discovery services and bringing in a clarity on what was done > by OPAC then, J-Gate now and Content Discovery in future through an evening > seminar titled OPAC, J-Gate and FedGate - Content Discovery on Friday 27th > September 2013 from 5 PM to 7:30 PM at Hotel Fortune Park JP Celestial, > Bangalore. > > Please join us for the program and make the seminar a fruitful exchange on > Discovery Services. > > Kindly register for participating in the seminar: > www.informindia.co.in/DiscoveryServices > > Venue: > Fortune Park JP Celestial > 5/43, Race Course Road, Near Anand Rao Circle, Bangalore > > Date & Time: > Friday, 27th September 2013; 5:00PM - 7:30PM > > > Regards, > Informatics (India) Limited > > > -- > This message has been scanned for viruses and > dangerous content by MailScanner, and is > believed to be clean. > > > > ------------------------------ > > _______________________________________________ > LIS-Forum mailing list > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum > > > End of LIS-Forum Digest, Vol 126, Issue 19 > ****************************************** > > -- > This message has been scanned for viruses and > dangerous content by MailScanner, and is > believed to be clean. > > -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] An exemplary heroic and humane act by Karnataka Minister for
by Mailing List Admin 23 Sep '13

23 Sep '13

---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: 22 Sep 2013 13:00:09 -0000 From: Wajih Alvi <profalvi(a)rediffmail.com> Hats  off for the great Minister. The hole humanity should be proud of him. I wish & pray the great man  also takes prompt steps, further steps if he has already taken any, to bring the ship of librarianship to the shores where they become the primary engines of scholarship, progress and prosperity. Prof. Wajih A. Alvi University Librarian Islamic University of Science & Technology Awantipora, Pulwama-192 122, Kashmir (J&K) Mobile: 09596250038, 09419014482

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Sad demise of Prof.F.W.Lancaster
by D.V. Patwardhan 23 Sep '13

23 Sep '13

Dear Lis-Forum Manager, Please publish following information in LIS-FORUM. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- It is sad to read that Prof. F.W.Lancaster is no more. He revolutionized the field of Library Science particularly “Indexing & Information retrieval”. He advocated the concept of “Controlled vocabulary” in information. His books “Online Information retrieval”, “Information retrieval systems” were sought after by MLIS students during 1980’s and 1990s. The second book has also bagged the best book of the year in USA. I attended three day evening lectures delivered by Prof.F.W.Lancaster at Institute of Information Studies, Bangalore (Sponsored by Sarada Endowment for Library Science). May his soul rest in peace. DV.Patwardhan Sr.Librarian Global Academy of Technology, Bangalore-560098, tel: 080-28603158 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DV.Patwardhan -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Ph.D Questionnaire
by M.Arockia Lourdu Raj 23 Sep '13

23 Sep '13

Dear Professional Friends, I M.Arockia Lourdu Raj doing part-time Ph.D in Manonmanium Sundaranar University under the guidance of Dr. S Srinivasa Ragavan Librarian & Head, Department of Library and Information Science, Bharahtidasan University, Trichy. My research topic is " Awareness and Usage of Web Technologies among Library Professionals in Tamilnadu and Karnataka". Herewith I send a questionnaire link that is web-based, answer-driven dynamic questionnaire to collect information. I request librarians only from Tamilnadu and Karnataka to give your valubale response and support my research. Please be assured that your responses will be kept confidential and and used only for my research. your contact information will not be linked to your answers. http://www.orangeanalytics.com/wp/wplogin.html Thanks in advance With kind regards, M.Arockia Lourdu Raj Manager - Knowledge Management & Research System Blueocean Market Intelligence Vrindavan Tech Village, Building 2A, Lower Ground,East Tower Sarjapur Outer Ring Road, Bangalore – 560037 Mobile : 09880016201 E-mail : nimatum(a)gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Sad Demise of Librarian A R Sethi
by Jivesh Bansal 23 Sep '13

23 Sep '13

Dear All, It is extremely sorry to inform you the sad demise of Libn. A R Sethi, former University Librarian, Panjab University, Chandigarh and Ex. Deputy Librarian, J.N.U. New Delhi. A man of strong discipline and principles, he immensely contributed to the LIS profession. He was Head of Documentation Division in J.N.U., New Delhi. The computerisation of Panjab University Library had undergone during his tenure as University Librarian. To start the SATKAL Trust (Satinder Kaur Ramdev Memorial Trust for Advancement of Librarianship Trust) was the brainchild of Libn. Sethi. I whole heartedly pay my tribute to such a great soul. May his soul rest in peace. Regards. Dr. Jivesh Bansal, Sr. Assistant Librarian, Panjab University Library, Chandigarh-160014. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Important Announcement(NCDL-2014)
by Rasmita Mohanty 23 Sep '13

23 Sep '13

Dear All, This is to inform you all that due to enormous response and request of the audience the deadline for paper submission to the Two days UGC Sponsored National Conference to be held at Mumbai has been extended. Extended Dates : Submission of Full Papers: 15th November 2013 Acceptance Notification : 20th November 2013 Registration for Authors : 10th December 2013 Those who are interested to send their papers and has been denied due to the aforesaid deadline are now requested to send the papers as per the above mentioned deadline. Event Details : Two days UGC Sponsored National Conference on Digital Libraries: Re-shaping traditional Libraries into Next-Generation Libraries (NCDL-2014) 16th – 17th January 2014 Mumbai, India Hosted by: Tolani College of Commerce, Mumbai Re-accredited by NAAC as Grade-A For Details kindly visit the conference page at http://ncdl-2014.hpage.com -- ----------------------------------------------------------- Mrs. Rasmita Mohanty [MLISc(Gold Medal), UGC-NET, PGDLAN, PGDCA] Librarian & Organizing Secretary (NCDL 2014) Tolani College of Commerce (NAAC Re-accredited with Grade-A) Mumbai-400093 Phone:022-61535442 E-mail: rasmita06(a)gmail.com, rashmitam(a)tcc.tolani.edu URL: http://www.tolani.edu/tcc/index.php http://www.tolani.edu/tcc/userfiles/files/NCDL.pdf http://ncdl-2014.hpage.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Registrations Open: International Conference on Digital Libraries (ICDL) 2013
by ICDL TERI 23 Sep '13

23 Sep '13

TERI is organizing ICDL 2013 (International Conference on Digital Libraries) during 27–29 November 2013 at India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi. The conference would be inaugurated by Hon'ble VICE PRESIDENT OF INDIA. The major objectives of this mega event are: • To bridge the digital divide between developed and developing countries • To create a platform through capacity building on Digital Library, Knowledge Management and applications of Social Media ICDL 2013 is also expecting an august gathering of over 500 participants drawn from cross-disciplinary areas etc. We have received confirmations from several renowned international experts for participating in the deliberations. Some of the highlights of the conference would be: ü Thematic Workshop addressing on contemporary issues to a focused group of clientele ü Tutorials by leading DL experts of the World ü Conference deliberation by the luminaries of Digital Library ü Exposition by National and International Publishers, Knowledge Vendors For registration kindly visit our website: http://www.teriin.org/events/icdl/register.php Mailing Address: ICDL 2013 Secretariat The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) India Habitat Centre Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003, India Tel: +91 11 24682100 or 41504900 Fax: 24682144 Email: ICDL2013(a)teri.res.in Website: www.teriin.org/events/icdl -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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RICHEST AMERICAN UNIVERSITY HARVARD PLANS RECORD $6.5-BN FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN
by Ragaavendra R 23 Sep '13

23 Sep '13

Dear Moderator kindly circulate. RICHEST AMERICAN UNIVERSITY HARVARD PLANS RECORD $6.5-BN FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN Harvard, the richest university in the United States, said it would seek to raise some $6.5 billion in donations to fund new academic initiatives and bolster its financial aid programme. The fund-raising drive by the Cambridge, Massachusetts, institution is the university's biggest and believed to be the most ambitious ever undertaken by a university, ahead of one concluded last year by Stanford University in California that raised $6.2 billion. Harvard unveiled its campaign at an event featuring Bill Gates, who spent three years at the school in the 1970s before dropping out to co-found Microsoft. Gates, who was ranked by Forbes magazine this year as the world's second-richest person behind Mexico's Carlos Slim, joked about his decision to leave the university during a talk before alumni and donors. FOR COMPLETE READ AND REFERENCE LINK: http://www.financialexpress.com/news/richest-american-university-harvard-pl… Dispatcher note: Why don't our premier institution's follow this strategy to raise fund for their research programs instead looking at tax payers' money. Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and may not represent those of the Company or bind the Company. Any commitments made over e-mail are not financially binding on the company unless accompanied or followed by a valid purchase order. This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by Mail Scanner, and is believed to be clean. The Company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.jubl.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Books for All : a noble social venture
by noufal＠tatamotors.com 23 Sep '13

23 Sep '13

Dear friends, Pravin Bhasin, a professional manager with over 40 years of experience in top Indian MNCs, is in a new role for the past three years. Bhasin is the founder of the NGO 'Books for All' which makes good-quality books available to underprivileged children in schools which do not have libraries. Books for All is spearheaded by Pravin and Kanchan Bhasin. "The initial idea was very simple - to collect old and unused children's books lying in homes like ours," said Pravin about the reasons for the establishment of Books for All. "We started our first centre at Prathmik Pathshala, Gejha, on January 30, 2010, with the aim of helping children of Hindi-medium schools, mostly from underprivileged families, realise the importance of education as a ladder for a better quality of life and a focused career." "We converted one room," said Kanchan, "into a library. Infrastructure such as a white board, soft board and table to do artwork was provided, so that the children could look forward to spending their free time and be encouraged to read books." Books for All has a full-time librarian-cum-caretaker in charge of the centre who helps the children select books and further initiate the process of self-study. Books for All, which started out as a basic library concept, has become a multi-pronged initiative striving to tap the children's hidden talents such as public speaking, art and craft, theatre, and singing. "We want Books for All to complement the education system, by setting up library-cum-creativity centres in government/aided schools across North India. We want to help children realise their potential, boost their vitality and seize the opportunities that higher education can open to them," according to Kanchan. Pravin says they need a central warehouse for sorting, coding and further distribution of all material needed for the schools and for the children. They need to organise collection centres for books in offices and malls in major cities and transport all collections to the central warehouse. "The organisation also needs like-minded and committed volunteers to help take our mission forward," says Pravin. ( Source -education insider) Noufal.PP Library & Information Services Management Training Centre Tata Motors Jamshedpur Mob:09234607094 LP:0657 6693633 ******************************************************************************************************************************************************** "This e-Mail may contain proprietary and confidential information and is sentfor the intended recipient(s) only. If, by an addressing or transmission error,this mail has been misdirected to you, you are requested to delete this mailimmediately. You are also hereby notified that any use, any form of reproduction, dissemination, copying, disclosure, modification, distribution and/or publication of this e-mail message,contents or its attachment(s) other than by its intended recipient(s) is strictly prohibited. Any opinions expressed in this email are those of the individual and not necessarily of the organization. Before opening attachment(s), please scan for viruses." ******************************************************************************************************************************************************** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: JNU library strives for excellence, The Hindu NEW DELHI, September 23, 2013
by Dr. Ramesh C Gaur 23 Sep '13

23 Sep '13

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-newdelhi/jnu-library-st… Libraries are at the heart of any institute of learning. A good university must have a good library, otherwise it does not serve its purpose. Many students are disappointed every year when they do not make the cut to the mostly post-graduate, research-oriented Jawaharlal Nehru University. Since a seat at this university is as difficult to come by as some global universities that are famed for their libraries, the nine-storied JNU library too is trying to fulfil the expectations from it. “We have six lakh printed books and one lakh e-books available for circulation. We subscribe to 800 print journals annually from all major international and some Indian publications. We also have access to around 2,300 newspapers from 97 countries in 52 languages, and around 55 research databases. Currently, we also have 8 lakh digital newspaper clippings which are relevant to 72 subjects, and possess a rare collection of Urdu, Persian and Art books,” said JNU’s head librarian Ramesh Gaur, who was called in around two years ago to overhaul the library which had been leaderless for almost five years. “The most recent activity we carried out was to digitise around 20,000 thesis and dissertations, the hard copies of which were lying around. Those that are more than three years old can be accessed from anywhere in the world, whereas the others will be available on the net anywhere on the campus,” he said, adding that when he got there, the first thing he noticed was the mess in the mezzanine section on the ninth floor. The “before” pictures of this area show dusty books stacked high and almost reaching the ceiling, while “after” pictures show students sitting on wooden benches calmly reading or writing. “The room was hardly used, serving as a warehouse of sorts which was a pity since the view was so nice,” he said. There are lifts, so it is easy to make use of the stunning view of the entire campus as well as the neighbourhood. “The library has a carpet area of one lakh square feet and a seating capacity of 1,000. It opens at 8 a.m. and remains open until midnight. There is also a 24/7 reading room, which can seat more than a hundred on the ground floor. We have around 200 computers and a special section called “Helen Keller” meant for visually-challenged students with the latest assisted technology. Locker facilities are given to Ph.D. students and another new addition is more plug points for students to charge their computers. All our material has been catalogued,” Dr. Gaur said. Libraries have to evolve so there is a stock verification done routinely. The library, in a bid to be more involved, has also started the “JNU forum for mutual learning” where it organises guest lectures and author workshops. “Students want these workshops; we have editors coming and telling them how to get their work published, how to write abstracts, proposal letters and everything. We also organise book releases and other talk programmes and conferences,” he said. The latest facility the library has procured is the “turn it in” software that checks plagiarism. The university has made it compulsory for students to run their thesis through this software that points out any similarities that might exist with the work submitted and any other publication. “The Ph.D. supervisor also puts the thesis through this software, even after the student has submitted the report.” The library went one step further this past year when it set up a stall at the World Book Fair in the city showcasing student and faculty publications. “That was a first,” added Dr. Gaur. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Kimane Ratnakar: A Politician with Difference
by Vasanth 22 Sep '13

22 Sep '13

It was indeed very heartening to not that Kimane Ratnakar, Minister for Primary and Secondary Education and Department for Public Libraries in Karnataka State Government, saved six precious lives with his heroic act. Thanks a lot for Prof. Shalini R. Urs for bringing this exemplary and brave act of Kimane Ratnakar to the notice of LIS community through this forum. This is very significant that we are living in a time where politicians are exposed one side for their corrupt practices on a daily basis and on the other side we are witnessing an upsurge of communal politics, both are dangerous to the democratic set up of this country. Because of politicians’ illegal act, people especially our young minds are in recent time getting disillusioned of politics and politicians. In this context, it is very important for sharing a good samaritan work of politicians. After going through Prof. Shalini R. Urs madam posting on brave act of Kimane Ratnakar, I thought of sharing my encounter with him. I have had the opportunity to hear him twice in the land of socialist movement Shivamogga in August 2012 and this year in April. He was the chief guest for both the programs. One was the two day event organized by a group of likeminded people from Bellary on the theme “Progressive Movements in Karnataka” (ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಕಂಡ ಚಳವಳಿಗಳು)in Kuppalli, the birth place of modern Kannada literary icon Kuvempu in August 2012. This place also comes under the jurisdiction of Thirthahalli. Kimane Ratnakar is elected twice from the same constituency. He was presiding over the inaugural session of the program on “Progressive Movements in Karnataka”. On this occasion, Kimane Ratnakar spoke so eloquently about the literary works of Kuvempu and how Shivamogga a land of socialist movement responsible for bringing a revolutionary change in land reforms act in 1970s in Karnataka State. Through his speech one could make out easily that he is so erudite. He came to the program alone with his car driver and sat in last row without drawing any attention. Even he came in the second day also and heard few speeches sitting alone. He left the avenue without even giving any hint that he was there. This is what one of the participants wrote about Kimane Ratnakar in the online Kannada literary website Kendasampige.com (http://kendasampige.com/article.php?id=5615) I quote “ನಮಗೆ ಅಚ್ಚರಿ ಮತ್ತು ವಿಶೇಷವಾಗಿ ಕಂಡಿದ್ದು ಎಂದರೆ ಶಾಸಕಕಿಮ್ಮನೆ ರತ್ನಾಕರ. ಒಬ್ಬ ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಮನುಷ್ಯನಂತೆ ಡ್ರೈವರ್ ಜತೆ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮಕ್ಕೆಬಂದಿದ್ದ ಶಾಸಕ ಯಾವ ಹಮ್ಮುಬಿಮ್ಮಗಳಿಲ್ಲದೇ ನಿಜಕ್ಕೂ ಎಲ್ಲರ ನಿರೀಕ್ಷೆ ಮೀರಿಮಾತನಾಡಿದರು. ಇಂತಹ ಕಾಲದಲ್ಲೂ ಇಂಥಹ ಶಾಸಕರೂ ಇದ್ದಾರಾ..? ಎಂದು ನಮ್ಮನ್ನೇಪ್ರಶ್ನಿಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವಂತೆ ಮಾಡಿತು.” Another program was the 78th birthday celebration of famous literary figure and a well known journalist P. Lankesh in Shivamogga in April this year. On the occasion Kimane Ratnakar spoke about the lack of political awareness among the people. He said, he would be very happy if a person of his constituency asks him about what he did in the State assembly, his role in policy framework, questions he raised in the assembly sessions, funds utilized for the development of the constituency but he regretted that instead of asking him about his work as MLA, people invite him for home ceremonies, marriages, and birthday celebrations etc. This is very important today we expect that our MLA or local politicians should solve our personal problems. Because of this precise reasons that, there is money, caste and all other illegal acts played out openly in today’s politics. Politicians are there to involve in policy framework, participating in assembly discussions, not to solve personal problems or participating in home ceremonies, marriages etc. The new elected government in Karnataka has given him right portfolios as Minster for Primary and Secondary Education and also Department of Public Libraries. Both these portfolios are very sensitive and looking for revolutionary changes. Public primary education system in Karnataka is in very pathetic state. There is an immediate need to improve public school infrastructure and also quality of teaching otherwise strong private education lobby will destabilize this and keep out of poor children from schools. Kimane Ratnakar is very much aware of this fact. He recently spoke about nationalization of primary education. This is the first time after so many years, State Primary Education minister is talking of nationalization of schools. If this becomes a reality, would remain as landmark decision in the history of primary education in Karnataka. We would also hope that there will be a sea changing in public library system in Karnataka which is also in dire need of attention. Given that fact that, his progressive thinking mindset and humble political career, he would certainly (as he did to save six people) do good in both this ministry to help people of this state to educate and enrich their knowledge. (Views are personal) ------------------------- With best wishes Vasantha Raju N. GFGC-Periyapatna Mysore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Google Scholar to go?
by Padmanabha Vyasamoorthy 22 Sep '13

22 Sep '13

http://getpocket.com/a/read/441244289 http://www.maxkemman.nl/2013/09/what-if-google-killed-scholar/ This news about Google Scholar disappearing is very disturbing. Pl read and comment. Dr P Vyasamoorthy 30 Gruhalakshmi Colony Secunderabad 500015 Ph 040-27846631 / 9490804278 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Need Article
by Ajay Kum Sharma 21 Sep '13

21 Sep '13

Dear Library Professional, One of our faculty member has urgent need of the below mentioned article for his study and research purpose. Article title: On Colonial Hegemony: Toward a Critique of Brown Orientalism Author: Ajit Chaudhury<http://www.tandfonline.com/action/doSearch?action=runSearch&type=advanced&s…> Journal Name: Rethinking Marxism: A Journal of Economics, Culture & Society URL of the article: http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/08935699408658122?journalCode=rr… It would be highly appreciated if any one send the soft copy of this article for his reference. -- Thanks and regards. अजय कुमार शर्मा Ajay Kumar Sharma Assistant Librarian & In-charge, Journal Section, Central Library, Visva Bharati, Santiniketan - 731235, Bolpur, Birbhum, West Bengal & Webmaster of ABSLA Email: ajaysharma.lib(a)visva-bharati.ac.in Mobile No.: +91 9735111064 Office Land Line: +91 3463 262783 Ext. 220 Web: http://www.absla.org/ajay.html Web Blog: http://www.blogger.com/home?pli=1 *********************************************************** 1. Join today Digital Library Discussion Forum http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/dlrg 2. Join today LIS-Forum mailing list http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum *********************************************************** You can’t change the past but you can change the future, always remember to recycle... -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Requesting Article
by kaginelli pampapati 21 Sep '13

21 Sep '13

Dear professional,       One of our staff needs the following article for his research. Since we do not have  this in our databases, kindly provide full text if available in your library.    1        1. Riahi, D. N., “Stability and perturbation analyses for nonlinear convection in a mushy layer and in the presence of viscous dissipation”, Mechanics Research Communications, 39, 18-22 (2012)         2.  Bhatta, D. and Riahi, D. N., “Magnetic effect on nonlinear evolution of convective flow in a passive mushy layer”, Journal of Evolution Equations, in press (2012)        2. Guba, P.& Worster, M.G. 2010 “Interactions between steady and oscillatory convection in mushy layers. “ Journal of Fluid Mechanics 645, 411-434   Pampapati . K Librarian Jain University Center for Management Studies Bangalore Contact: 9743988176 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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LIS Professionals:Want to retool, reposition ? Here is a wonderful opportunity @ ICADL2013- Ahead of Time Registration Closes soon
by Shalini Urs 21 Sep '13

21 Sep '13

Dear LIS professionals: The LIS professionals have been talking about retooling and repositioning for a long time: here is an opportunity to Just DO IT ! The 15th International Conference on Asia-Pacific Digital Libraries (ICADL 2013) is brought to you by the International School of Information Management, University of Mysore and held in Bangalore, India, during December 9-11, 2013. The venue is Hotel Le Meridien, Bangalore. The theme of the conference is ³Social Media and Community Networks² Since its emergence in 2004, social media has become not just a rage but also an integral part of our daily lives and professional activities. Organisationsacademic, government, and corporates, are increasingly veering towards social media for not only reaching out to but also to engage with their customers and other stakeholders. Libraries are no exceptions and libraries across the world are using social media to promote services, highlight resources, integrating access, and to listen to the voices of their users. Libraries, the traditional agencies for building local communities of practice are finding new ways to build virtual communities with the help of the social media and its tools. ICADL 2013 offers a wonderful platform and brings a truly interdisciplinary group of researchers and practitioners of digital libraries with a focus on the theme of ³ Social Media and Community Networks.² Whether you are a practitioner or a researcherin the library and information profession, here is a chance to retool and reposition your career and the profession by learning more about the new media and the emerging tools through tutorials, plenary sessions, keynotes, contributed papers, exhibits, posters and other events. * Tutorials: ICADL 2013 offers an opportunity to familiarize oneself with cutting edge tools through its tutorials on the topics of Data Mining, Text Mining, and Social Network Analysis (http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/tutorials.html) * Contributed Papers: Our contributed papers showcase the current research trends in the field of digital libraries (http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/Accepted_Papers_and_Posters.html) * Talk-a-DL: We also have an innovative Talk-a-DL Programme-an Open House programme that offers a platform to delegates to share their thoughts and ask questions. * IDLI@ICADL: IDLI( Indian Digital Library Initiatives at ICADL2013) is another programme feature providing an opportunity for organisations to showcase their innovation in digital libraries (http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/idli.html) * InfoQuiz 2013: One other interesting programme is InfoQuiz 2013 (http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/infoquiz.html) Please compete and win a trip to ICADL 2013! ICADL 2013 has more to offer than just another Digital Library Conference! Come, learn, share and enjoy! Shalini Dr. Shalini Urs Chair, ICADL 2013 & Executive Director and Professor International School of Information Management University of Mysore Manasagangotri Mysore - 570006 Phone : + 91 821 2514699 Fax : + 91 821 2519209 www.isim.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Post of JRF in DLIS, AUS
by Apurba J Majumder 20 Sep '13

20 Sep '13

Eligible candidates are invited to attend “Walk-in Interview” for the post of Project Fellow to be held on 7th October, 2013, at 11.30 am at Department of Library and Information Science, Assam University, Silchar, Assam along with CV, attested copies of the marksheets and certificates. Project: “Design and Development of Institutional Repository for Assam University” funded by University Grants Commission (UGC). Principal Investigator: Dr. Mukut Sarmah, Asst. Prof. DLIS, AUS No of post: One Emoluments: Rs. 14,000/- (Rupees Fourteen Thousand) only per Month Qualifications: Master Degree in Library and Information Science with 55% marks (NET qualified candidates will be preferred). Desirable: Knowledge on Installation and Customisation of Open Source Software such as DSapce. The candidates are also requested to bring their supporting documents and original certificates. This post is purely temporary and will be filled on contract basis for the period till the project lasts. Candidates will be required to show their prohciency on operations of DSpace software practically during interview. No traveling or any other allowances will be paid for attending the interview. No separate call letter will be issued. The candidates can send application to the Principal Investigator before 07.10.2013 through E-mail: drmsarmah(a)gmail.com http://www.aus.ac.in/Advertisement%20Dept%20Lib%20an d%20Info%20Sc%20date%2020-9-2013.pdf<http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aus.ac.in%2FAdvertisement%…> -- ****************************** Apurba Jyoti Majumder Assistant Librarian Rabindra Library (Central Library) Assam University. Dargakona Silchar- 781011 Cell No: 09435268733* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Registrations Open: National Seminar Series on Publisher - Library Partnership
by Soji Mathew 20 Sep '13

20 Sep '13

Informatics (India) Limited is pleased to announce the dates and location for E-Content 2013, its National Seminar Series on Publisher - Library Partnership planned across four cities in India. Theme for this year's event is "Bridging the access gap - Integrating content, technology and services". The seminar will have keynotes and panel debates on this theme at all locations. This year the seminars will focus on introducing new content by publishers, new version of J-Gate, new publisher platforms and new publishers too. You will also witness a session on Discovery Services and a special product launch of journal hosting platform by Informatics (await the attractive name and functionality of the product). There will be an Online Quiz before the programs (please look forward to announcement on online quiz - coming soon) and during the program too with attractive prizes. Please join us in the series of debates on the evolving digital library landscape and interact with fellow librarians, panel of experts and our publisher partners on content and technology related issues in the following cities: Dates & Location: October 21, 2013 - Chennai October 22, 2013 - Ahmedabad October 23, 2013 - Delhi October 25, 2013 - Kolkata The publishers joining hands with us in these seminars are: Annual Reviews Maney Publishing SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics The Royal Society Publishing Registration is mandatory and free for all research and library professionals. Kindly click here for more details and registration: www.informindia.co.in/event2013 Regards, E-Content 2013 Team -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation to Discovery Seminar in Bangalore
by Soji Mathew 20 Sep '13

20 Sep '13

Informatics (India) Limited, Bangalore presents a seminar on OPAC, J-Gate and FedGate - Content Discovery J-Gate Plus - completely new avatar of J-Gate crossed a landmark figure of indexing 35,000+ journals qualifying to be the world's largest journal discovery service. Another landmark that was achieved last month was indexing 15,000+ open access journals in J-Gate making it the largest discovery service for open access journals also. We would like to celebrate the event by highlighting various facts and realities of discovery services and bringing in a clarity on what was done by OPAC then, J-Gate now and Content Discovery in future through an evening seminar titled OPAC, J-Gate and FedGate - Content Discovery on Friday 27th September 2013 from 5 PM to 7:30 PM at Hotel Fortune Park JP Celestial, Bangalore. Please join us for the program and make the seminar a fruitful exchange on Discovery Services. Kindly register for participating in the seminar: www.informindia.co.in/DiscoveryServices Venue: Fortune Park JP Celestial 5/43, Race Course Road, Near Anand Rao Circle, Bangalore Date & Time: Friday, 27th September 2013; 5:00PM - 7:30PM Regards, Informatics (India) Limited -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ICKM-2013 Call for papers
by drtc＠isibang.ac.in 20 Sep '13

20 Sep '13

Apologies for cross posting"" Extended Dateline for Call for Papers International Conference on Knowledge Modelling and Knowledge Management 20-21 November, 2013 Bangalore, India http://www.drtc.isibang.ac.in/ickm Hosted by: Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC) Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) Documentation Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institute, announces an International Conference on Knowledge Modelling and Knowledge Management to bring together experts from different areas of information science, computer science, artificial intelligence and other disciplines, who have a mutual interest in understanding and solving problems of knowledge modelling and knowledge management. The aim is to recognize and focus on new areas of knowledge modelling and knowledge management. Therefore philosophy, logic, linguistics, cognitive science, health care, management science, media, etc. are relevant areas, too. On behalf of the ICKM 2013 Committee, we invite you to submit your original research work and to participate in the International Conference on Knowledge modelling and Knowledge Management (ICKM), which will take place at Indian Statistical Institute on 20-21 November 2013, in Bangalore, India. Topics of interest to the conference include (but not limited to) the following: Knowledge Acquisition Knowledge sources Techniques of knowledge extraction Knowledge mining Ontology learning Crowdsourcing Knowledge Modelling and Reasoning Knowledge models Principled approaches Language, tools and methods Ontology and context Ontology and semantics Reasoning Methodology Application vs. general ontology Collaborative knowledge modelling Ontology sharing and reuse Ontology matching and matching techniques Ontology integration and allignment Role of reference ontology in ontology allignment Knowledge capture and refinement Natural language Processing Natural Language Processing (NLP) in knowledge engineering Natural language understanding, including syntactic parsing, word sense disambiguation, semantic role labelling etc. Text mining (e.g., named entity recognition, term and concept recognition, relation extraction) Lexical resources and corpora (e.g., dictionaries, thesaurus, ontology) Issues and challenges Applications and Case Studies Ontology driven information systems design Ontology based application systems Requirement centric engineering Domain ontologies, especially for Health sciences, Life science, Agriculture, E-commerce, E-Government, Law, Library science, Fine arts (not limited to these domains) Linked Data Architecture and infrastructure Symbiosis of linked data and open data Linked data publication Linked data publication; fusion of linked data and metadata Search, query, analysis and integration of linked data Reasoning, mining visualization and user interaction with linked data Domain specific applications (e.g., E-Government, Disaster, Life science etc.), mashup Evaluation Methods Evaluation frameworks Benchmarks Golden standards Important Dates Full paper submission ( Extended date): Monday, 30 September 2013, 12:00 IST Acceptance Notification : Tuesday, 20 October 2013, 12:00 IST Camera-ready copy: Thursday, 31 October 2013, 12:00 IST Registration (authors): Friday, 4 November 2013, 12:00 IST Paper Submission for ICKM 2013 Authors are invited to submit original, unpublished research papers (not being considered for publication elsewhere) in standard format (double column, single-spaced, 10-pt font) describing new ideas, models, theoretical and/or experimental research. Submissions will be judged based on originality, significance, interest, clarity, relevance, correctness, and presentation of their paper. Manuscripts should be submitted electronically, in Microsoft Office 2007 (.docx file) format and formatted according to the template available at http://www.drtc.isibang.ac.in/ickm/guidelines . Submission website: https://www.easychair.org/account/signin.cgi?conf=ickm2013 Uploading instructions and more detailed submission instructions for papers are available at conference websitehttp://www.drtc.isibang.ac.in/ickm For any questions about paper submissions, please contact the program committee at ickm2013@drtc.isibang.ac.in,bisu@drtc.isibang.ac.in Please circulate this CFP to your colleagues and fellow researchers. Further information about ICKM 2013 is available athttp://www.drtc.isibang.ac.in/ickm . We look forward to your contribution and to seeing you at ICKM 2013. ICKM 2013 Organizing Committee ARD Prasad, DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute (Chair), India Devika P. Madalli, Indian Statistical Institute, India Saiful Amin, Semantic Consulting Services Pvt. Ltd.,India Biswanath Dutta, Indian Statistical Institute, India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Free Software Day celebration at Kottayam
by Vimal Kumar V. 20 Sep '13

20 Sep '13

Dear Friends, Free Software Day 2013 celebrations at Kottayam. Organized by Kerala Shastra Sahithya Parishat and Democratic Alliance for Knowledge Freedom. Date and Time: 21 September 2013, 10 AM Venue: Urban Bank Hall Kottayam. Please participate... Regards, -- Vimal Kumar V. Technical Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: http://www.vimalkumar.info Blog: http://linuxhalwa.blogspot.com http://kohageek.blogspot.in --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have learnt" -Patrick White -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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MEETING HIGHLIGHTS USE OF OPEN DATA IN SCIENCE, HEALTH AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
by Ragaavendra R 20 Sep '13

20 Sep '13

Dear Moderator kindly circulate. MEETING HIGHLIGHTS USE OF OPEN DATA IN SCIENCE, HEALTH AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT At the end of a two-day conference in Switzerland, open knowledge experts emphasised the role of open data in strengthening science findings' credibility, fostering medical research and enhancing sustainable development. The 2013 Open Knowledge Conference, an annual event organised by the Open Knowledge Foundation, aimed at understanding existing trends with a specific focus on open data use in new areas and sectors. The event was held in Geneva on 17-18 September. FOR COMPLETE READ AND REFERNCE LINK: http://www.ip-watch.org/2013/09/18/meeting-highlights-use-of-open-data-in-s… Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and may not represent those of the Company or bind the Company. Any commitments made over e-mail are not financially binding on the company unless accompanied or followed by a valid purchase order. This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by Mail Scanner, and is believed to be clean. The Company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.jubl.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Call for papers
by Dr. Ranjit Das 20 Sep '13

20 Sep '13

Call for papers and participation UGC sponsored National Conference on digital library:Reshaping traditional library into next generation library 16th & 17th January 2014 at TOLANI COLLEGE OF COMMERCE,MUMBAI Call for papers: NCDL 2014 invites original papers and case studies on various facets of the conference theme and related areas. Theme 1: Planning, development and management of Digital Libraries Digital Library services Web design and Interfaces Digital Preservation Content organization and knowledge management Information Storage and Retrieval for global access E-learning & Information Literacy Theme 2: Digital Library Development: Technical Issues Organization of Electronic Resources: Cataloguing, metadata, XML, Dublin Core, Next Generation OPACs, etc. Indexing and Classification in a digital Environment, Taxonomies, Information architecture, Ontology, Natural Language Processing, Intelligent Mediators, etc. Resource Discovery Tools-Search Engines, Directories, Intelligent Retrieval, Multi and Cross Lingual Retrieval, Information audit, etc. User studies and system evaluation Theme 3: Collection Development in Digital environment Content management systems(CMS) Collection development & Management of e-Resources Software for Content management Open Courseware E-Publishing Theme 4: Resource sharing and Networking Consortia Open Archives Digital Repositories Open source software for library Management Theme 5: IPR issues in Digital Era Digital Rights Management. Library and information centers & IPR IPR and Open Access Theme 6: New Technologies and adaptability Library 2.0 & 3.0 Semantic web Semantic Digital Libraries FOSS(Free Open Source Software) based library Services E-Learning Smart Mobile Applications in Library Data Mining Library services through Could Computing Theme 7: Change Management Issues & strategies. Re-engineering of library collections and services in digital era Library & Information Centre management in digital era. Professional Ethics Core Professional Competencies Changing approach to information and meeting user expectations Best practices in Digital Library environment. Marketing of library services in digital era. For more details kindly visit http://www.tolani.edu/tcc http://ncdl-2014.hpage.com IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER: Submission of Abstracts with Full Papers: 1st October 2013 Notification for acceptance of papers15th October 2013 Registration for Authors: 10th November 2013 Last date of Registration:10th December 2013 Contact Details:Mrs. Rasmita Mohanty Organizing Secretary & Librarian Tolani College of Commerce 150-151 Sher-E-Punjab Scoiety Andheri East, Mumbai-400 093. Phone (O) 022-61535442 E-mail: rasmita06(a)gmail.com, rashmitam(a)tcc.tolani.edu -- सादर, सधन्यवाद Thanking You with regards डॉ.रन्जित कुमार दास Dr. Ranjit Kumar Das प्रभारी, पुस्तक अभिग्रहण अनुभाग In-charge,Book Acquisition Section, केन्द्रीय पुस्तकालय,भारतीय प्रौद्योगिकी संस्थान मुंबई Central Library,IIT Bombay पवई,मुंबई,400 076, भारत Powai,Mumbai-400 076,India Mob: 09819768924 off:022-25768924,25768079(Res) e-mail: drrkdas(a)iitb.ac.in email: bas.iitb(a)iitb.ac.in Email: ranjitkumardaskims(a)gmail.com Web: www.kiit.ac.in/icdleimc2011 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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An exemplary heroic and humane act by Karnataka Minister for Libraries doing the Library Profession proud
by Shalini Urs 19 Sep '13

19 Sep '13

Dear LIS Professionals, It is truly heartening to see Kimmane Ratnakar, Minister for Primary and secondary education, Government of Karnataka (and also Libraries) setting an example, where and when not even expected. He not only stopped his car, observing a drowning car in a lake , but also jumped into the lake along with his staff to save six lives. It is not only heartening but worth emulating not just by politicians but also by one and all. On the fateful Tuesday (September 17), 2013, the minister Kimmane Ratnakar was travelling in his official Innova vehicle to Bangalore from his native town of Thirthahalli and spotted the sinking car and ordered his convoy to stop. This happened near Beguvalli, 20km from Thirthahallli, when a white Maruti Swift car overtook it. About 15 minutes later, as Kimmane's car approached the Beguvalli Lake, the minister noticed the same Swift sinking in the lake. Kimmane, his gunman Halswamy, driver Chandrashekar and escort vehicle driver Krishnamurthy jumped into the water. The four men swam to the sinking car, whose trapped occupants were flailing their hands from the windows and rescued them. This act is truly exemplary and should be applauded. I also feel it is not out of place to mention one other facet of Shri Kimmane Ratnakar, which I had the first hand experience of. Recently, I had an occasion to listen to his talk and observe him during a function in Bangalore. I must say this; he is not only erudite in his address but also very humble and bowled me over by his humility and respect for Scholarship. Library profession should applaud and be proud to have a minister of the stature of Kimmane Ratnakar in charge of libraries. May his tribe multiply! Shalini -- Dr. Shalini R.Urs Executive Director and Professor International School of Information Management University of Mysore Manasagangotri Mysore - 570006 Phone : + 91 821 2514699 Fax : + 91 821 2519209 www.isim.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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E-READERS CAN MAKE READING EASIER FOR THOSE WITH DYSLEXIA
by Ragaavendra R 19 Sep '13

19 Sep '13

Dear Moderator pls circulate this. E-READERS CAN MAKE READING EASIER FOR THOSE WITH DYSLEXIA As e-readers grow in popularity as convenient alternatives to traditional books, researchers at the Smithsonian have found that convenience may not be their only benefit. The team discovered that when e-readers are set up to display only a few words per line, some people with dyslexia can read more easily, quickly and with greater comprehension. Their findings are published in the Sept. 18 issue of the journal PLOS ONE. FOR COMPLETE READ AND REFERENCE LINK: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/09/130918181126.htm Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and may not represent those of the Company or bind the Company. Any commitments made over e-mail are not financially binding on the company unless accompanied or followed by a valid purchase order. This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by Mail Scanner, and is believed to be clean. The Company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.jubl.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Seminar Series on Publisher - Library Partnership
by Soji Mathew 19 Sep '13

19 Sep '13

Informatics (India) Limited is pleased to announce the dates and location for E-Content 2013, its National Seminar Series on Publisher - Library Partnership planned across four cities in India. Theme for this year's event is "Bridging the access gap - Integrating content, technology and services". The seminar will have keynotes and panel debates on this theme at all locations. Dates & Location: October 21, 2013 - Chennai October 22, 2013 - Ahmedabad October 23, 2013 - Delhi October 25, 2013 - Kolkata The publishers joining hands with us in these seminars are: Annual Reviews Maney Publishing SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics The Royal Society Publishing Please keep watching the forum for further details. Regards, E-Content 2013 Team -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Requirement for Assistant Librarians
by Ramakrishna Reddy 19 Sep '13

19 Sep '13

Dear LIS Members, There is requirement for Two Assistant Librarians at Acharya Institute of Technology. If you are interested you can attend for Test/Interview on 21st September 2013 by 9.30 sharp. Bring 2 copies of CV, original certificates and 2 sets of copies of certificates. Details are given below: Position available: Assistant Librarian. No. of positions: 2 Available at: Acharya Institute of Technology, Soldevanahalli, Bangalore. Preference 1: Regular M.L.I.S. / M.Sc. in LIS candidates. Preference 2: Gents only. Date of Test/Interview: 21.09.2013 (Saturday). Time of Test/Interview: 9.30 am onwards. Walk-in Test/Interview: Allowed at 9.30 sharp. With Wishes, Dr. K Ramakrishna Reddy Chief Librarian Acharya Institutes Acharya Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Road Hesaraghatta Main Road Soldevanahalli, Bangalore - 560 090 Phone: 080-28396011 /28376431 Mobile: 9739038652 Residence: 080-23461829 E-Mail: ramakrishnareddy(a)acharya.ac.in krred(a)yahoo.com drkrreddy1655(a)gmail.com http://www.acharya.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library vacancies
by Paramjit Singh 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

SHRI RAM COLLEGE OF COMMERCE (University of Delhi) Various Post of LIBRARY Posted: 14 Sep 2013 04:45 AM PDT 1. Professional Assistant (Lib.) Educational Qualification Required: Essential: 1. M.Lib.Sc./ M.L.I.Sc <http://m.l.i.sc/>. Or equivalent with 50% marks; Or Master’s Degree in Arts / Science / Commerce or any other discipline with 50% marks and B.Lib.Sc <http://b.lib.sc/> / B.L.I.Sc <http://b.l.i.sc/>. with 50% marks. 2. Computer Science paper at Graduate / PG level or Six months Computer Science course from a recognized institution 2. Semi Professional Assistant (Lib.) Educational Qualification Required: Essential: 1. Graduate in Arts / Science / Commerce or any other discipline or any other higher qualification with 50% marks; 2. B.Lib.Sc <http://b.lib.sc/> / B.L.I. Sc. With 50% marks. 3. Cource in Computer Application at Graduate / PG level or Six months Computer Science course from a recognized institution. 3. Jr. Library & Information Assistant Educational Qualification Required: Essential: Direct recruitment:- 1. Passed Sr. Secondry or equivalent examination conducted by State Board of Education / university / Govt. recognized institutions. 2. Certificate in Library Science / Library and Information Science from a recognized institution. 4. Computer Course at Sr. Secondary Level or Basic Course in Computer Science / Word Processing from a recognized institution. 4. Library Attendant (MTS) Educational Qualification Required: Essential: 1. Passed 10th or equivalent examination from any State Education Board or Govt. recognized institution. 2. Certificate in Library Science / Library and Information Science from a recognized institution. Desirable: Computer as a subject at Secondary Level or Basic Course in Computers from any Institution. For more details please go to the college websites Thanks & Regards *Lr. Paramjit Singh* *Librarian * +91 9911270778 P *please consider the environment before printing this email !!!* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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TRIBUTES TO PROFESSOR LANCASTER
by Sadasivan KP 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

Prof Lancaster’s demise is indeed a shocking and saddening news for me. His visit to Trivandrum in response to my invitation and the days he had spent as a guest of the then RRL(CSIR), Trivandrum is unforgettable. I had the privilege of organizing three programmes of Prof. Lancaster during his visit : The CSIR Golden Jubilee Lecture on Scientific Productivity at RRLT, another lecture on a related topic in the University of Kerala and a Television Programme by DoorDarshan Kendra (the then existing only electronic media channel). The two lectures were attended by packed audience in the respective halls. The DD programme was a discussion associating Dr. AD Damodaran, the then Director of RRLT and Mr. S. Parthasarathy, the then British Council Librarian, Trivandrum. When he visited my Library, we had informal discussions on quite a few issues related to LIS and some of his replies refreshingly echo still in my thoughts…. “ Library is the last place I like to visit these days” ; “ …Well, the Paperless Society has in reality, its own constraints to be 100% paperless..” ; “ The smell of a new book, of its paper, admittedly brings in the nostalgic feeling of the print world..” When I was a student of LIS, while familiarizing with Prof. Lancaster’s works and contributions on ‘Information retrieval systems’ , ‘ Paperless Information Systems’ , ‘Indexing and Abstracting’ , ‘Measurement and Evaluation ’, etc., I was delightfully excited and was gazing at him as a child gazing at the glittering star, several light years afar ! Years after, in the early 1990s, when he visited Trivandrum as my guest (accompanied by his Italian wife), it was really ‘a dream come true’ effect in my life! I thankfully remember Prof. MA Gopinath, who telephonically informed me from Bangalore about Prof. Lancaster’s India visit …in his inimitable words: “Sadasivan! A BIG FISH is here around…Want to catch him? Act swiftly!” The result : ‘THE BIG FISH’ in Trivandrum the very next week ! Prof. Lancaster was a visionary scholar, whose insight triggered a host of novel ideas in formulating new theories and models with the strong back up of empirical studies. His simplicity and human approach endeared him to his friends and the public. I request our professional fraternity to join me in respectfully paying homage to the departed ! Sadasivan KP Consultant (Library) IIITMK, Technopark, Trivandrum & Former Head, Knowledge Resource Centre, NIIST(CSIR), Trivandrum -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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A special lecture on Information Sources for Social Sciences in Digital Library Environment: Obstacles and Opportunities
by putta swamy 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

Dear Moderator, May I request you kindly to announce this brief information once again for the benefit of professional friends who are interested to attend a special lecture in Jain University, Bangalore. Topic: A special lecture on 'Information Sources for Social Sciences in Digital Library Environment: Obstacles and Opportunities'. Speaker: Dr. M. Krishna Murthy, Faculty, DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute, Mysore Road, Bangalore Date: 20-09-2013 (Friday) Time: 2-00 p.m. Venue: Ground Floor Seminar Hall - 2, Jain University, Jayanagar 9th Block, Bangalore - 560069. All are cordially invited to attend the same. With warm regards, R.M. Putta Swamy, Chief Librarian, B N M Institute of Technology 27th Cross, 12th Main Road, BSK 2nd Stage, Bangalore - 560070. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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JSTOR India User’s Forum 2013 at INFLIBNET Centre Gandhinagar, IIT Madras and TISS Mumbai
by kruti trivedi 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

JSTOR India User’s Forum 2013 After successful informational events in New Delhi and Bangalore last year, JSTOR in collaboration with INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar organizing JSTOR India User’s Forum 2013 in Gandhinagar, Mumbai, orChennai this October. Event Locations and Dates Gandhinagar, October 1: INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar, 09:00 – 14:30 Chennai, October 4: Indian Institute of Technology Madras, 09:00 – 14:30 Mumbai, October 7: Tata Institute of Social Sciences, 09:00 – 14:30 Full agenda and list of speakers:http://about.jstor.org/content/2013-jstor-events-india Registration:There is no fee to participate in these events. Please choose your event location and confirm your attendance by visiting the link https://jstorindiaforum.eventbrite.com/ For participation and more information pl. do contact participation(a)jstor.org or kruti(a)inflibnet.ac.in With Regards, Kruti J Trivedi Scientist B (LS) INFLIBNET Centre (An IUC of UGC) Infocity, Gandhinagar - 382007 Email: kruti(a)inflibnet.ac.in Phone: 079-23268241 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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need article... Pls help
by shihabudeen kunju 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

Dear professionals, I need this article for a programme. these are the details of the article: http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/news/world/article1970290.ece Indian girls discover a bent for Beckham *From** **Catherine Philp<http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/public/profile/Catherine-Philp> ** **in Delhi* Published at 12:00AM, February 26 2003 WHEN the British hit film *Bend It Like Beckham* opened in Indian cinemas last year, millions flocked to watch the exploits of the football-mad heroine Jess defying her Punjabi parents for a chance at sporting stardom. …. Regards, Shihabudeen Kunju S Librarian NDTV Ltd New Delhi -110048 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Sharing some good news
by Vasumathi Sriganesh 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

Dear LIS Forum members I am very pleased to share a piece of good news. In a way it is a combination of more than one good thing. *Part I of the good news:* We recently registered our Foundation on a US based entity's fund raising portal - www.globalgiving.org. Global Giving helps non profits round the world, to raise funds. The registration process is lengthy, but they are very helpful, and we were able to complete all formalities well in time. Then we had to go through "a test" called the "Open Challenge". In the month of September - we had to prove that we would work hard at fund raising - *by getting a minimum total of $5000 from at least 40 different individuals* * * We are proud to state that we reached that target yesterday by raising 5000 from 47 donors. Now we will continue to be on the site on a long term basis. We can raise more funds for our project and we can even put up new projects to raise funds for. *Part II of the good news:* We got a donation of $500 from Dr. Eugene Garfield - a name that we have all revered and a person whose works we have all studied so much about! I had the privilege of meeting Dr Garfield when I was in the US for a conference where I got an award. It was simply delightful meeting him and his Indian wife (of Mumbai origin!). My young colleague later suggested that I should write to him and ask for a contribution. (I think I would never have thought of that on my own!!). So I wrote to him, and he immediately responded and sent a cheque for $500 to Global Giving - and it has shown on our Global Giving profile where we track donations. If any one of you is involved in voluntary work with charities or knows anyone who is - please ask them to check out www.globalgiving.org - and see if they can register there. It is time consuming but worth it. Do check out our page *Helping Medical Students Become Better Doctors*<http://www.globalgiving.org/projects/better-doctors-india/> Regards & best wishes to all on Ananta Chaturdashi! Vasumathi Sriganesh QMed Knowledge Foundation (Trust - Reg No: E-24663) A-3, Shubham Centre, Cardinal Gracious Road Chakala, Andheri East, Mumbai 400099 Tel: 91-22-40054474/75 Fax:91-22-40054358 Web: www.qmed.org.in <http://www.qmedkf.org.in/> www.indianmedicalsites.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Presentation on “Impact of Mobility in IT Industry” on Friday, 20th Sep 2013 at 6.00 p.m.
by Mohan Hr 17 Sep '13

17 Sep '13

Dear all, Pl. find an invite for the presentation on “Impact of Mobility in IT Industry” on Friday, 20th Sep 2013 at 6.00 p.m. The pdf invite is available at http://ieeecs-madras.managedbiz.com/pgms/2013/mm-130920.pdf While the entry to this pgm is free, PRIOR REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED FOR LOGISTICS Pl. register at http://goo.gl/qmzHz and attend the presentation. INVITATION ===================================================== Computer Society of India, Chennai Chapter IEEE Computer Society, Madras Chapter IEEE Professional Communication Society, Madras Chapter IEEE Technology Management Council, Madras Chapter Cordially invite you for a presentation on “Impact of Mobility in IT Industry” by Mr. S. Manikandan Consultant – Mobility Solutions Target Soft System, Chennai on Friday, 20th Sept 2013 at 6.00 p.m. at CSI Education Directorate, Taramani, Chennai – 600113 (Situated in the opposite lane to Indira Nagar MRTS Railway Station. About 100 meters away from the Dharmambal Women’s Polytechnic & Opposite to the Institute of Mathematical Sciences and Institute of Hotel Management) Mr. P. Kumar, Chairman, CSI Chennai Chapter Mr. H.R. Mohan, Chairman, IEEE CS & IEEE PCS Madras Chapter Mr. K.V. Rupchand, Chairman, IEEE TMC, Madras Chapter Programme ========= 6.00 p.m. : Tea & Fellowship 6.30 p.m. : Presentation 7.45 p.m. : Dinner About the presentation: ================= It is estimated that on an average more than 30 % of employees are mobile workers in many organizations and nearly three-fourth of companies consider working from home or on the road as part of their wider organizational culture. Vast majority of companies now believe these mobile workers are as productive as those working in the office. These statistics prove that they will be a great demand to create business applications that will benefit the mobile workforce to connect with the backend enterprise and other business applications and provide access to corporate data to make transactions through their mobile devices when they are on the move. Further, developing applications for mobility will be one of the highly promising career options for both young Computer Science graduates as well as experienced professionals in IT. Wireless Expertise, forecasts the number of smart phones that are sold per annum will increase from 165.2 million (in 2009) to 422.96 million (in 2013) and the total number of smart phone users will be 1.6 billion in 2013. These are the clear indications of the trends in the use of mobile technology in the industry. Today’s presentation will touch upon mobile applications and the impact of mobile technologies in the corporate working. About the Speaker: ============== Mr. S. Manikandan is a technical sales professional with over 17 years of experience in sales and marketing of ERP, CRM, BI and Business Process Automation Tools. He has been responsible for many SAP implementation and support projects across India for various industry verticals such as consumer goods, manufacturing, automotive, engineering and construction. He currently looks after the sales and marketing of SAP Mobility (Sybase unwired Platform) solutions at Target Soft systems -- one of the early movers into mobile application space and well positioned to offer enterprise mobility applications and training services across India. Some of the enterprise mobile applications that have been developed include Target Mobile Health Management System, Target Mobile Field Sales, and Target Mobile Project Management The training programs designed to provide adequate Domain Knowledge and expertise in verticals such as Manufacturing, Automotive, Banking, Healthcare etc. , targets at students to gain confidence to work in any MNC. Mr. Mani is also a sculptor and likes to travel and connect with people. While the entry to this pgm is free, PRIOR REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED FOR LOGISTICS Pl. register at http://goo.gl/qmzHz and attend the presentation. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for two articles.
by ddp 17 Sep '13

17 Sep '13

Dear Moderator, Kindly arrange to publish my request for soft copy of two articles on LIS forum. Thanks. Dear Professionals and friends, one of our faculty member needs following articles for her research purpose. If any one of you have access to it, kindly arrange to send the soft copy. "Changing conceptual change" by diSessa, A. A. Human development, Vol.50, No. 1 (2007) pp 39-46 "Conceptual change, history and science stories" by Arthur Stinner & Harvey Williams Interchange, Vol.24, issue 1-2 (1993) pp 87-103 (Springer) Regards. D. D. Prdnekar Homi Bhabha Centre For Science Education Tata Institute Of Fundamental Research V. N. Purav Marg, Mankhurd Mumbai 400 088. Te.No. : 022-25072337 / 25072303 E-Mail : library(a)hbcse.tifr.res.in / ddp(a)hbcse.tifr.res.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Need Help to resolve Issues relating to Library
by Ajay Kum Sharma 17 Sep '13

17 Sep '13

Respected Library Professionals, In our University, there are some issues relating to internal promotional rule for library post and also on other aspects. It would be helpful to us to resolve these issues if you kindly send the following documents through mail or post. - Hierarchical Staff Structure along with the number of sanctioned strength; - Ratio of cadrewise direct requirement and internal promotional rules; - Cadrewise direct requirement rules (i.e. Assistant Librarian, Professional Assistant, Semi Professional Assistant, Library Assistant, Library Attendant, & Other if any or as per the Designation in your Library); - Cadrewise Internal Promotional Rules (i.e. Assistant Librarian, Professional Assistant, Semi Professional Assistant, Library Assistant, Library Attendant, & Other if any or as per the Designation in your Library); - Reqruitment rules for the University Librarian, Deputy Librarian, Information Scientists (Whether it is single post then is there any provision to recruit a direct and internal interchangeable); - Cadrewise Job description; - Cadrewise Pay structure including ACP/MACP Therefore, my humble request to all the Librarians of the Central Universities to kindly provide the documents as mentioned above so that we can resolve the problem of our library staff. Thanks and regards. अजय कुमार शर्मा Ajay Kumar Sharma Assistant Librarian & In-charge, Journal Section, Central Library, Visva Bharati, Santiniketan - 731235, Bolpur, Birbhum, West Bengal & Webmaster of ABSLA Email: ajaysharma.lib(a)visva-bharati.ac.in Mobile No.: +91 9735111064 Office Land Line: +91 3463 262783 Ext. 220 Web: http://www.absla.org/ajay.html Web Blog: http://www.blogger.com/home?pli=1 *********************************************************** 1. Join today Digital Library Discussion Forum http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/dlrg 2. Join today LIS-Forum mailing list http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum *********************************************************** You can’t change the past but you can change the future, always remember to recycle... -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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I NEED ARTICLE
by Nandeesh Hg 17 Sep '13

17 Sep '13

Dear Sir/Madam please give the below mentioned full text Article. A software-based interactive system on BZK.SAU.FPGA10.1 micro computer design for teaching computer architecture and organization<http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/xpl/articleDetails.jsp?tp=&arnumber=6140175&quer…>Oztekin, H.<http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/search/searchresult.jsp?searchWithin=p_Authors:.…> ; Temurtas, F.<http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/search/searchresult.jsp?searchWithin=p_Authors:.…> ; Gulbag, A.<http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/search/searchresult.jsp?searchWithin=p_Authors:.…> Electrical and Electronics Engineering (ELECO), 2011 7th International Conference on <http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/xpl/mostRecentIssue.jsp?punumber=6132475> Publication Year: 2011 , Page(s): II-77 - II-81 IEEE CONFERENCE PUBLICATIONS [image: Save to Project icon] | [image: Request Permissions] <http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/search/searchresult.jsp?newsearch=true&queryText…> | [image: Click to Reveal Quick Abstract]Quick Abstract<http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/search/searchresult.jsp?newsearch=true&queryText…> | [image: PDF file icon]PDF<http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/stamp/stamp.jsp?tp=&arnumber=6140175> (594 KB) [image: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in's profile photo] *Nandeesh. H.G. ** Asst. librarian J.S.S. Academy of Technical Education C-20/1, Sector-62, Noida-201301, U.P.* *Phone: 0120-2400115 Ext-209 * * * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC- guidelines for MRP
by basavaraj basavaraj basavaraj 16 Sep '13

16 Sep '13

Dear LIS Forum Manager,kindly publish the following  matter in the LIS .forum news. Dear Professionals,          " Librarians are the real practitioners in the LIS profession. But, unfortunately they are the ultimate sufferers of all opportunities and benefits" UGC has proved it by its XII plan guidelines for major/minor research projects. In its project guidelines UGC has clearly discriminated the Librarians with teaching faculty and extended the benefit of major/minor research projects only to teaching faculty of LIS profession. With this decision, Librarians working in the degree Colleges and Universities are certainly deprived from the benefits of MRP . But, based on the recommendations of various Committees on Higher Education and the judgments of the Honourable High Courts, UGC itself has considered the Librarians as Teaching faculty and extended the benefits of UGC scales, status and FDP (FIP) facilities to Librarians on par with the teachers. Hence, the question of any discrimination between Librarians and Teaching staff of Library Science does not arise.  Therefore, the Librarians have no need to worry and afraid of the present guidelines. We have already approached and discussed the matter with the concerned authorities of UGC. In case, the things are not settled / modified within a short  period , we will take this matter very seriously and struggle for our professional existence and survival. Let us wait and hope for the best. DR. GADAGIN B R( IFLA Fellow & Ex. Vice-President,ILA ) Selection Grade Librarian Veerashaiva College, BELLARY -583104 E-mail: gadagin_raj(a)rediffmail.com Cell.No 9448544310 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article requirement
by LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER SUMANDEEP VIDYAPEETH 16 Sep '13

16 Sep '13

Dear All Our research scholar require following article on urgent basis. 1. Crim GA Post operative bleading : effect of micro leakage. American journal of Dental 1992 Vol 5 Page no. 109-12 -- Thanking You DIRECTOR, LEARNING RESOURCE CENTRE SUMANDEEP VIDYAPEETH PIPARIYA -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Requesting Article
by kaginelli pampapati 16 Sep '13

16 Sep '13

Dear Professional,  One of our faculty needs the following research article for his research purpose. If any one of you have  access to the article kindly arrange to send. 1.    Muddamallappa, M. S., Bhatta, D. and Riahi, D. N., “Linear stability analysis of convective flow in a mushy layer with non-uniform magnetic field and permeable mush-liquid interface, Journal of Porous Media, 13(10), 925-929 (2010).  2.    66. Bhatta, D., Muddamallappa, M. S. and Riahi, D. N., “On weakly nonlinear evolution of convective flow in a passive mushy layer, Nonlinear Analysis: Real World Applications, 11(5), 4010-4020 (2010). 3.    Riahi, D. N., “On nonlinear evolution approach for convective during alloy solidification”, Transport in Porous Media, 84(3), 655-662 (2010). 4.    Riahi, D. N., “On oscillatory modes of nonlinear compositional convection in mushy layers”, Nonlinear Analysis: Real World Applications, 10, 209-226 (2009). Pampapati . K Librarian Jain University Center for Management Studies BangaloreContact-97439881763 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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International Workshop on OSOD -- DRTC
by drtc＠isibang.ac.in 16 Sep '13

16 Sep '13

International Workshop on Open Science and Open Data (OSOD-2013) 7th October, 2013 Bangalore, India Hosted by: Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC) Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) & Creative Commons, USA Documentation Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institute along with Creative Commons USA announces an international workshop on Open Science and Open Data. The main objective of this workshop is to bring together International experts, practitioners and advocates of Open Access to Information to discuss and contemplate on key issues contributing to Open Science. The workshop also aims to serve as a platform for institutions, academicians, scientists and researchers interested in Open Science to exchange thoughts and processes 'How To' create Open content within legal framework. OSOD 2013 is open for all the library and information science professionals, academicians, researchers, scientists and students who are interested to know how to make content open. On behalf of the OSOD 2013 Committee, we invite you to participate in the International Workshop on Open Science and Open Data, which will take place at Indian Statistical Institute on 7th October 2013, in Bangalore, India. Registration Fee: Rs 500 for all the participants. Mode of payment: Demand Draft; The Demand Draft (DD) should be made in favour of Indian Statistical Institute, payable at Bangalore on or before 30th September, 2013 More information will be available soon at http://drtc.isibang.ac.in Contact e-mailed: head(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in (or) osod2013(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in Spot registration will be considered but prior confirmation is required through e-mail. We are looking forward to your participation and contribution at OSOD 2013. OSOD 2013 Organizing Committee: Devika P.Madalli(Convener), Indian Statistical Institute, India Biswanath Dutta, Indian Statistical Institute, India ARD Prasad, DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute, India OSOD 2013 International Workshop on Open Science and Open Data 7th October, 2013 Documentation Research and Training Centre Indian Statistical Institute Bangalore, India ====================================================== REGISTRATION FORM ================================================ DELEGATE RELATED INFORMATION =========================== (In CAPITAL letters) Organization/ Institution: Postal Address: Flat/Unit No. Block No.: Name of Premise/Building/Village: Area/Locality/Taluka: District/Town/City: State/ Province: Country: Pin Code: Phone No.: Mobile No.: E-mail ID: PAYMENT RELATED INFORMATION ============================ Full Registration: INR. 500.00 (Indian & SAARC Delegates) USD 50.00 (Foreign Delegates other than SAARC) Student Registration*: INR. 500.00 (Indian & SAARC Delegates) USD 30.00 (Foreign Delegates other than SAARC) *Students should produce a letter from the head of the Institute/Department on official letter head to avail the concession. Demand Draft No. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... Dated... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... for INR/USD ... ... ... ... ... ... (Demand Draft should be drawn in favor of Indian Statistical Institute, payable at Bangalore). (NB: In case of outstation or international demand drafts, please include appropriate bank transaction charges along with your demand drafts.) DETAILS OF INTERNATIONAL DELEGATES Passport Number: Nationality(as in passport): Place of Issue: Date of Issue/ Last Renewal: (DD/MM/YYYY) Date of Expiry: (DD/MM/YYYY) DECLARATION I ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ..., hereby declare that the information provided above is true to the best of my knowledge. Any deviation (whenever found) from the information provided is solely my responsibility, for which I may be penalized by appropriate authorities. Signature of Participant Signature of Sponsoring Authority Date: Date: Place: Place: -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Advertisement for the temporary post of “Library Trainee”
by Hemant Kumar Sahu 16 Sep '13

16 Sep '13

Dear Sir/Madam, Please circulate this advt for wide coverage. Thanks and Regards Hemant Sahu. ------------------------------ http://www.iucaa.ernet.in/Opportunities.html Requires Address: INTER-UNIVERSITY CENTRE FOR ASTRONOMY AND ASTROPHYSICS (An Autonomous Institution of the University Grants Commission), Pune University Campus, Pune – 411007. Phone : 020-2569 1414 2560 4100 Fax : 25604699 Number of posts: 01 (One) Qualification: Graduate in any discipline and Masters Degree in Library and Information Science (M.Lib. & I.Sc.) from a recognized university with first class. (Preference will be given to Science Graduate) Experience: At least one year working experience. Knowledge of computers is essential. Age limit: 25 years (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC) Tenure: One year Emoluments: Rs. 10,000/- p.m. Nature of Work: The nature of work will include handling various library housekeeping processes, both, traditional and automated using SLIM21 library software, work processes at the library counter, IUCAA Institutional Repository using DSpace, Network Assisted Server - CD Mirroring Server etc. They will be required to work in shifts (noon to late evening) on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays as per library requirement. Candidates meeting the above requirements can apply online by clicking here. For any problems in filling up the online application form, please send an email to recruit followed by @iucaa.ernet.in (recruit(a)iucaa.ernet.in) Last date for receiving applications: September 23, 2013 http://www.iucaa.ernet.in/Opportunities.html ************************************** Dr. Hemant Kumar Sahu B.Sc., M. Lib.I.Sc., NET(UGC),PhD. Scientific Officer-B, Library Inter-University Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA), Post Bag 4, Ganeshkhind, Pune - 411 007, Phone: + 91-020-25604308(o)-Library, Phone: 91-020-25604340 (o)- Direct fax: + 91-020 25604699 E-mail: hksahu(a)iucaa.ernet.in hksahu(a)gmail.com URL: http://www.iucaa.ernet.in/~hksahu *************************************** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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2nd SoFerence 2013: A place to make a difference...!!! - Call for paper & participation
by Mailing List Admin 16 Sep '13

16 Sep '13

Date: Fri, 13 Sep 2013 17:36:10 +0530 From: Nagappa B <nagappa.b(a)tcs.com> 2nd SoFerence: A National Level Social Conference on Failures, Learnings, Case Studies Best Practices, and Success Stories in Library & Information Science and related areas� Dear Professional Friends, With great support from many professional friends, the 1st SoFerence took place in 2011 with following objectives: - To publish only quality papers - To bring democratic approach in selection of papers - To do something unique & different than others - To provide an opportunity to exhibit the hidden talent of LIS professionals - To convert Professionals tacit knowledge into explicit Knowledge? - To create an environment for LIS professionals to come together and share their experiences. - To discuss on the failures, Learnings, success stories, best practices, recent trends, etc. in LIS & related fields. - To enhance the competencies of LIS professionals to meet the needs of the changing environment. The success of first event, encouraged us to organize 2nd SoFerence, which is scheduled on 19-20 Oct 2013, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Bangalore . Theme: Case Studies on Failures, Learnings, Process Improvements, New Initiatives, Best Practices, Success Stories, Current Awareness Services, Information Retrieval & Repackaging Query Handling, Librarian as SME, Application of ICT/LMS, Marketing of Info Products, HRM, etc.* Surveys on Users Satisfaction, Use of eBooks / Journals, Job Satisfaction, Career Growth, New Opportunities, etc.* Classroom Teaching v/s Internship in LIS, Soft Skills, Professionalism, Recent Trends, Future of Libraries, etc. Specific to LIS and related areas. Call for Papers: Unpublished and original papers on the above theme are invited. Papers will be accepted after thorough plagiarism check for stage presentation. Further, based on the participant's feedback and editorial advice, papers will be selected for the publication in SoFerence Proceedings (to be published after the event as a book with ISBN). Please visit soference site for author guidelines. - The full paper should be sent to: soference(a)gmail.com Awards & Recognitions: SoFerence Best Paper Award - Audience Choice (Overall) SoFerence Best Paper Award - Jury Choice (Every Session) Rapid Fire Quiz Award – (For Participants) Voice of SoFerence: Special Award - for Active Participants Spotlight Lectures: By eminent National & International Speakers Important Dates: October 5, 2013: Full paper Submission October 10, 2013: Registration Closes October 15, 2013: Acceptance for stage presentation Registration Fee*: - Working Professionals: Rs. 1500/- - Students & Retired Professionals: Rs. 1200/- *Includes SoFerence kit, Tea/Coffee, Snacks, Lunch and SoFerence Proceedings (to be sent after publication). #Only few seats available (Including authors on first come, first serve basis). Payment: The completed registration form along with the registration fee in the form of Cheque/DD in favour of "Karnataka State Library Association", payable at Bangalore should send to: Registration Committee-SoFerence 2013, C/o Information Resource Centre, LCenter, Tata Consultancy Services, Near Vydehi Hospital, Plot No.78, 79 & 83, EPIP Industrial Area, Whitefield, Bangalore - 560066, Karnataka, India. OR Pay registration fee online to KALA A/C: 1146101024883, Canara Bank, Vijayanagar Branch, Bangalore and email your registration form to soference(a)gmail.com Downloads: Click on the below links for brochure, registration form, & previous report: SoFerence 2013 Brochure SoFerence 2013 Registration Form SoFerence 2011 Report More details available @ https://sites.google.com/site/soference Email: soference(a)gmail.com Tel. +91 80 67251330/1/475 OR +91 7760505296 With Best Wishes Dr. Nagappa B. Organizing Secretary - SoFerence 2013 & Head | Information Resource Centre | Tata Consultancy Services Limited Pioneer Building, International Tech Park | Padandhur Agrahara | Whitefield Road | Bangalore - 560 066 | Karnataka | India Ph:- +91 80 67251330 | Buzz:- 4851330 / 4224 | Cell:- 91-7760505296

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Library as social space
by Jayadev P Hiremath 16 Sep '13

16 Sep '13

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-educationplus/library-a… -- Warm regards. Jayadev P Hiremath Independent Libraries Professional (Former Librarian - IBS,Kuwait) E-mail : jayadevh(a)hotmail.com LinkedIn : http://www.linkedin.com/pub/jayadev-p-hiremath/44/12a/2a0 Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/people/Jayadev-P-Hiremath/603802230 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Sign the Petition: Inclusion of Librarians in the UGC Major and Minor Research Projects
by Dr. Badan Barman 15 Sep '13

15 Sep '13

Respected form members, Sign the Petition for Inclusion of Librarians in the UGC Major and Minor Research Projects *Note:* Kindly send this form to each and every online group / forum for wide publication. Kindly go through the following Google Docs form and put your details below. On September 30, 2013 this form will be sent to the UGC as well as MHRD. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1z1pzZOoVPNORr6pCO_nQX8Mfqbv66VarQUNAHVQ3xx… *Our Previous Discussions* *Step 1:* Librarians are Not Eligible to Apply for UGC Major and Minor Research Project: * http://lislinks.com/forum/topics/librarians-are-not-eligible-to-apply-for-u… * *Step 2:* Draft Letter to UGC to Include Librarian in Eligibility to Apply for Major/Minor Research Project. http://lislinks.com/forum/topics/letter-to-ugc-to-include-librarian-in-elig… *Step 3:* Sign the Petition: Inclusion of Librarians in the UGC Major and Minor Research Projects. http://lislinks.com/forum/topics/sign-the-petition-inclusion-of-librarians-… Thanking you, Yours faithfully *Mailing Address:* Dr. Badan Barman, Assistant Librarian, Central Library, Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University, Housefed Complex, Last Gate, Guwahati-781006, Assam, India*. Official Phone (Indirect): *0361-2235971 / 0361-2234964 / 88110 16666. *Official Phone (Direct): *88110 16906* (Kindly call in between 10 am to 5 pm) Fax:* 0361- 2235398* Email:* badanbarman(a)gmail.com* * *Library and Information Science Links: *http://www.lislinks.com *Free Online UGC NET / SET / SLET Guide in Library and Information Science: *http://www.netugc.com *Open Access Journals Search Engine: http://www.oajse.com Official Website: *http://www.kkhsou.in* KKHSOU News and Announcements: *http://www.snkkhsou.org* ** KKHSOU Job Portal:* http://www.kkhsoujobportal.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Need an article
by Mamtha's Gmail 14 Sep '13

14 Sep '13

Dear professional friends, One of our faculty needs the following article for his research. Since we do not have this in our subscribed databases, kindly provide fulltext if available in your library. Comparing the sensory experience for the bitter taste perception of phenylthiocarbamide within human twins and singletons *Anthropol anz 2008; 66 (2):211-214* -- *Thank you & Regards * *Mrs Mamatha P. Kumar* *Chief Librarian* *Central Library* *Yenepoya University* *Yenepoya University **|** University Road, Deralakatte **|** Mangalore 575018 **|** Karnataka **|** India *T: +91 824 22046668/69/70 *|* Extn 310 *|*F: +91 824 2204667 *|* www.yenepoya.edu.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article request
by shashi bhat 14 Sep '13

14 Sep '13

Dear friends, One of our Post Graduate Student needs the following research article for her research purpose. If any one of you have access to the article kindly arrange to send. Comparing Sensory Experience in Bitter Taste Perception of Phenylthiocarbamide within and between Human Twins and Singletons: Intrapair Differences in Thresholds and Genetic Variance Estimates Sharma, Krishan http://www.schweizerbart.de/papers/anthranz/detail/66/73768/Comparing_Senso… http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18712160 With Regards, Mrs. Shashikala K Librarian, A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Constituent College of Nitte University, Deralakatte, Mangalore - 575018. Ph: 0824-2204572, 2204963 (ext.-234) Res: 0824-2202133 Mob: +919448869047. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article - Journal of Human values
by LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER SUMANDEEP VIDYAPEETH 13 Sep '13

13 Sep '13

Dear All We require following article on urgent basis. 1 Gandhi Tagore and new ethics of argumentation by A K Giri , Journal of Human values, April 2013 Vol. 7 Issue 1 page 43-63 Thanking You DIRECTOR, LEARNING RESOURCE CENTRE SUMANDEEP VIDYAPEETH PIPARIYA -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Special Lecture on "Information Sources in Social Sciences in Digital Library Environment: Obstacles and Opportunities"
by meera anand 13 Sep '13

13 Sep '13

Dear all LIS Professionals, We cordially invite you for the special lecture on "Information Sources in Social Sciences in Digital Library Environment: Obstacles and Opportunities". Speaker: Dr. M. Krishnamurthy Faculty, DRTC Indian Statistical Institute Bangalore-560 059   Date: Friday 20th Sep, 2013 Time: 2.00 p.m. Venue: Ground Floor Seminar Hall-2, Jain University, Jayanagar 9th Block, Bangalore   Abstract: The information source infrastructure inSocial Sciences needs to be strengthened. It isessential for social sciences in developing countries to paygreater attention to thenature ofknowledge and the need for its indigenization. In a situation of digital resources becoming more visible in the social sciences, use of these resources by scholars remains limited. Digital libraries are still evolving, and librarians and other information professionals are just beginning to understand and exploit the computer's ability to assist in the Social Science research process. Social scientists study all aspects of society- from past events and achievements to human behavior and relationships among group.Therefore, it is part of the social science institutions and associations to make a strategy that researchers and students become accustomed to regard Internet as a tool to be used in the learning process.   About the Speaker: Dr. M. Krishnamurthy is Faculty at Documentation Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Istitute, Bangalore. Prior to taking this assignment he served as librarian at Indian Statistical Institute and as University librarian at University of Mysore. He has 5 years of experience in teaching and 18 years of experience as a librarian. He is the recipient of the prestigious Fulbright Fellowship in 2006 and visited Graduate School of Library and Information Science, Illinois (USA) to carry out research in the field of digital library for the period of one year. He was also the recipient of the "Open Repository Scholarship: to attend a conference at Sydney, Australia in 2007. He has published 80 articles in national and international journals and conferences. He has received Bharath Shiksha Ratana Award in 2012, and Indian Library Association (ILA)"CD Sharma Best Paper Award" in 2013. His research interests are Information and Communications Technologie! s (ICTs), Institutional Repositories, Digital Libraries, Content Management Systems and Social Networking. At present he is Treasurer for the Association of British Scholars, Bangalore. He has visited USA, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Australia, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, and Scotland for academic assignments.     With Regards, Meeramani N Librarian School of Commerce and Management Studies Jain University 9th Block Jayanagar Ph: 080 43430920 Mob:9845500343 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Recection List In DSSB
by Deepu Mohanty 13 Sep '13

13 Sep '13

Respected Sir, I am a candidate for the post of Librarian, i found myself being rejected due to No. Diploma in Library science,but for your kind information Sir, now a days there is no Diploma course offered by any University,so a candidate persuing either Degree in Library Sc. ( B.Lib & Infn.Sc ) or Master Degree in Library science MA in library Sc. MLIB through direct mode as a regular candidate or MLISC from IGNOU through correspondence mode. In each case the candidate are eligible having the requisite qualification, but we found not only me but also a most of my friends having Master Degree in Library science MA in library Sc.( MLIB ) from Universities are Rejected due to No. Diploma in Library science certificate. Sir we found ourselves eligible in different Central Govt.Schools like Kendriya Vidyalaya, Navodaya Vidyalayas but how can we be Rejected with such mere condition. Shouldn't we claim for eligibility bfor DSSSB -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article Request
by Radha....:) 13 Sep '13

13 Sep '13

Dear All If anyone one is having access to below mentioned article, please mail to me at radharani(a)iitp.ac.in or radha1212(a)gmail.com. The detail of the article Title: Ptychography and Related Diffractive Imaging Methods Author: J.M. Rodenburg<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1076567007000031#> Journal: Advances in Imaging and Electron Physics<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/bookseries/10765670> (Volume 150<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/bookseries/10765670/150/supp/C>, 2008, Pages 87–184) Available at: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1076567007000031 Best regards Radharani Rit SLIA Central Library IIT Patna Bihar-13 ****************************************************************************************************************** “Why can't we get all the people together in the world that we really like and then just stay together? I guess that wouldn't work. Someone would leave. Someone always leaves. Then we would have to say good-bye. I hate good-byes. I know what I need. I need more hellos.” -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Status of College Librarians in different Colleges of West Bengal
by Biswajit Chaudhury 13 Sep '13

13 Sep '13

Dear SUNNY JOSEPH's<http://lislinks.com/profile/SUNNYJOSEPH?xg_source=msg_mes_network> Thanks for Sending the two orders and the Order of Delhi High Court regarding the status of Librarians in Universities and Government and Non-Government Colleges in India. But it is a pity that most of the teachers as well as principals (so called educated persons) in different colleges of west Bengal denied to accept it rather they deliberately try to humiliate the college librarians now and then. There is neither any status nor any leave rule for the Librarians in different Colleges although they are recruited as per UGC norms.In this respect I am also posting an order of Inspector of Colleges of Vidyasagar University but the Principals as well as the teachers of different colleges Under the university denied to accept it as there is no any clearly defined status or leave rule given by State Govt. You will be surprised that after 1996 the librarians who got retirement did not get neither any leave encasement nor leave refusal in West Bengal. The Higher education Department as well as the State Govt.have no any headache for that. Let us unit together against this through this forum. Mr. Biswajit Chaudhury Librarian (S G) Magishadal Raj College Mahishadal : Purba Medinipur West Bengal PIN-721628 Phone-9434801064 e-mail: bchaudhury67(a)gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ICADL 2013 is NOT just another DL Conference-No fluff, just stuff: Registrations Open
by Mailing List Admin 13 Sep '13

13 Sep '13

Date: Wed, 11 Sep 2013 17:26:37 +0530 From: Shalini Urs <ICADL2013chair(a)isim.ac.in> � Dear LIS Professionals, � There are conferences and conferences, but then there is one ORIGINAL Digital Library Conference in India in 2013; and that is ICADL 2013. � The year 2001 was truly an important milestone for the digital library movement in India. Indian library community witnessed its first truly international calibre conference in the domain of digital libraries in the year 2001 with the 4th ICADL being held in Bangalore during December 10-12. ICADL 2001 brought “who is who” of digital library community – Professors Hsinchun Chen, Prof Ian Witten, Edward Fox. Gary Marchionini, Michael Shepherd, and many others. This time around also ICADL promises to bring the best of digital library experts to India to share their cutting edge research and practices in “ Social Media and Community Networks”� � We bring you the same conference series, now in its 15th version-ICADL 2013, whose papers are published by Springer as its Lecture Notes in Computer Science, to you in India for the second time around after 12 long years! � For a glimpse of the accepted papers and posters (http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/Accepted_Papers_and_Posters.html) � � Here is an opportunity for the Indian LIS community to participate and learn about the new tools for the digital era. Tutorials at ICADL 2013, offer you an opportunity to retool and reposition yourself trough the techniques of ‘ Data Mining’; ‘Text Mining’ and ‘Social Network Analysis’. For more details on the tutorials (http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/tutorials.html) � Special Attraction: InfoQuiz 2013: Come, compete and win fabulous prizes: for more details (http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/infoquiz.html) � � Registrations open: come and join the real Digital Library Conference @ICADL 2013 � For registrations: http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/Registration.html � See you at the ICADL 2013! � Shalini Chair, ICADL 2013 & Executive Director and Professor International School of Information Management University of Mysore Mysore- 570006 � �

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Web Portal for students
by Mailing List Admin 13 Sep '13

13 Sep '13

Date: Wed, 11 Sep 2013 12:31:34 +0530 From: Ninan Ampily Joseph <ajmninan(a)gmail.com> A web portal has been launched for MSM College Library Kayamkulam. Please visit www.msmlibrary.webs.com and feedback your suggestions for any correction. A J M Ninan, Librarian, MSM College Kayamkulam Kerala

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CONNECT 2013 - 2 Day Conference & Exhibition on ICT : 24-25 September 2013 at Chennai Trade Centre Chennai.
by Mailing List Admin 13 Sep '13

13 Sep '13

Date: Wed, 11 Sep 2013 12:23:50 +0530 From: Mohan Hr <hrmohan(a)gmail.com> Dear All, *CONNECT-2013,* the premier annual Conference cum Exposition on Information and Communication Technology focusing on Tamil Nadu�s growth in ICT Sector is being organised by CII & Govt. of TN during 24-25, Sep 2013 at Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, Chennai. *Computer Society of India & IEEE Computer Society are supporting the event CONNECT-2013 as Supporting Associations.* *The Theme of CONNECT 2013 is �Towards Scaling New Frontiers in ICT�.* *The Conference cum Expo will include the following sessions apart from the Inauguration, Awards & Valedictory.* -- New Frontiers in Technology: SMAC (Social, Mobile, Analytics & Cloud Technology ) -- New Frontiers in creating an eco system of VCs and start-ups to foster innovation and entrepreneurship -- New Frontiers in Tech Reach : E Governance & Citizen Empowerment -- New Frontiers in Sustainability : Energy Efficiency, Smart Transportation, Green Manufacturing, Micro Grids etc. -- Policies & Frameworks for the growth of ICT sector *CONNECT-2013 will feature key addresses by eminent speakers such as* -- Mr S Mahalingam, Former Executive Director & CFO, Tata Consultancy Services Ltd -- Mr M F Farooqui IAS, Secretary, Department of Telecommunications, Government of India -- Mr R Chandrasekaran, Group Chief Executive � Technology & Operations, Cognizant Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd -- Mr Mike Nithavrianakis, Deputy High Commissioner, British Deputy High Commission -- Mr Lakshmi Narayanan, Vice Chairman, Cognizant Technology Solutions -- Mr Amit Gupta, Senior Technical Advisor, InMobile -- Dr Ashok Jhunjhunwala, professor, Indian Institute of Technology Madras -- Mr Bikram Bedi Singh, Head India Sales from Amazon -- Ms Chitra Ravi, Founder & CEO, EZ Vidya -- Dr Harish Hande, Managing Director, SELCO - India -- Mr Khalid Isar, Country Head of Alibaba.com -- Mr Krishna Giri, Managing Director � Health & Public Service, Asia Pacific,Accenture India -- Mr Lakshmanan Narayan (LUX), CEO & Co Founder, Unmetric Inc -- Mr Milan Rao, CEO, Airtel -- Mr T C Meenakshi Sundaram, Managing Director, IDG Ventures India -- Dr Omkar Rai, Director General, Software Technology Parks of India -- Mr Philip Heah, Senior Director, Government of Singapore -- Dr Prasad Modak, Chief Sustainability Officer and Dean , IL&FS Academy for Applied Development (IAAD) -- Mr Rajan Anandan, MD, Google India -- Mr Shirish Deodhar, CEO and Co-Founder, Sapience -- Dr S Sadagopan, Director, International Institute of Information Technology, Bengaluru -- Mr Ronnie Lee, Director, Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA) -- Mr Tanmoy Chakraborty, Head Global Government Business, TCS This year, United Kingdom has been invited to be the partner country. KPMG Advisory Services P Ltd has agreed to partner with CII as Knowledge Partner for CONNECT-2013. The exhibition, a part of CONNECT-2013 will consist of exhibitors from IT & ITES Companies , International Partner Country Pavilion, Educational Institutions, Telecommunication Companies, Network Providers etc. ***As the members of the supporting organization, the members of CSI & IEEE are eligible for concessional registration fee for this two days event CONNECT-2013 as under.* -- Members: Rs.1250/= (per person) (Pl. select the participant type CII / Yi Members) -- Academic Faculty & Students: Rs.1000/= (per person) (Pl. select the participant type Academic Institutions & NGO) In addition, Group Discount of 10% is applicable when 3 or more register together. You can register for CONNECT-2013 at http://www.cii.in/OnlineRegistration.aspx?Event_ID=E000016081 For more details regarding the event, please feel free to contact john.pravin(a)cii.in / sandhya.ramesh(a)cii.in / Ph.044-42444 555. Website: http://www.ciiconnect.com For a detailed brochure, pl. visit http://ieeecs-madras.managedbiz.com/pgms/2013/connect-2013.pdf As the seats are limited, pl. register at the earliest. Look forward to your participation and confirmation. With regards HR Mohan VP, CSI & Chairman, IEEE CS <http://infoforuse.blogspot.com/> k

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Professor Emeritus F. W. Lancaster passes away
by Mailing List Admin 13 Sep '13

13 Sep '13

Date: Wed, 11 Sep 2013 11:11:03 +0530 From: Dr. Poornima Narayana <poornima(a)nal.res.in> Dear Professionals A great intellectual and a teacher, Prof. Lancaster's demise is indeed a very sad news and loss to all of us. I was one of those fortunate one to have shared and interacted with the Prof. at his office at Graduate School of L&IS (GSLIS), Uni of Illinois Urbana Champaign (UIUC)during my Fulbright Fellowship. He was an ocean of knowledge in not only L&IS but related subjects as well. I join in with the fellow professionals all around the globe to offer my condolences to his bereaved family. May his soul rest in eternal peace. Poornima > Date: Mon, 9 Sep 2013 22:11:38 -0700 (PDT) > From: Nitin S. Joshi Joshi <nitinsjoshi(a)yahoo.com> > > For details, you may visit, > http://www.lis.illinois.edu/articles/2013/08/professor-emeritus-f-w-lancast… > _______________________________________________ > LIS-Forum mailing list > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum > > -- > This message has been scanned for viruses and > dangerous content by MailScanner, and is > believed to be clean. > -- Dr. Poornima Narayana +91-80-25086083(W) Fulbright Scholar +91-80-26682781 (R) Head, ICAST poornima.narayan(a)gmail.com National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) Bangalore 560017 INDIA -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Foreign varsities to set up campuses as companies, MHRD to change UGC
by Nitin S. Joshi Joshi 13 Sep '13

13 Sep '13

Foreign varsities to set up campuses as companies, MHRD to change UGC The Union Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) has sent proposals to the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion and the Department of Economic Affairs to permit foreign universities to open their campuses in the country as companies as provided under the Companies Act. As per the powers vested with the Central Government to make rules under the UGC ACT, the ministry is in the process of finalizing the UGC (Established and Operation of Campuses of Foreign Educational Institutions) Rules by which foreign universities can set up campus in India and issue foreign degrees. The Ministry had sought comments and observations of the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) and the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA) on the Rules. Both DIPP and DEA have supported the proposal. Under the proposed Rules, Foreign Educational Institutions (FEIs) can set up campuses in India once the FEIs have been notified as Foreign Education Provider (FEPs) by the UGC. FEI have to fulfill of certain eligibility conditions. Any FEI which intends to set up a campus in India would do so through an association to be registered as a company under section 25 of the Companies Act, 1956. The FEI shall be ranked among the top 400 universities of the world as per the ranking published by Times Higher Education, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) or the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) by Shanghai Jiao Tong University. A senior official of the MHRD close to the development on condition of anonimity said, " yes the proposal has been sent to the department of economic affairs for its approval and UGC rules are being reframed to allow quality foreign universties to open their campuses in India. It is expected to happen this year only and this will certainly imporve the quality of education being imparted in the country." All FEIs intending to apply under the Rules shall be not-for-profit legal entities, which have been in existence for at least twenty years and accredited by an accrediting agency of that country or in the absence of its accreditation in that country, by an internationally accepted system of accreditation. The FEP will offer programmes of study or courses to be of quality comparable to those offered to students in its main campus. Each FEI before being notified as an FEP would be required to maintain a corpus of not less than Rupees twenty five crores. The Rules also provide for penalties ranging from Rupees fifty lakhs to Rupees one crore for FEP who contravene any provision of these Rules or UGC Act, and the forfeited of corpus fund. The degrees awarded by these FEPs would be treated as foreign degrees only and the same shall be subject to the equivalence accorded by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) as per their system. Last year, the MHRD had asked the University Grants Commission (UGC) to identify possibilities within the existing laws of regulating and allowing the foreign educational institutions. Nitin S Joshi Librarian MAEER’s MIT School of Management (MITSOM) Kothrud, Pune 411038 M- 09922587907 Direct Line- 020-30273597 www.mitsom.org http://mitsomlibrary.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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[ELF] Call for Papers: On Redefining Libraries in Electronic Age- National Conference at VTU, Belgaum, Karnataka, India
by Engg-Lib-Forum from India 13 Sep '13

13 Sep '13

Dear Sir/Madam, Sorry for the cross posting, I am happy to inform you that, Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) is organising a National Conference on “Redefining Libraries in Electronic Age (RLEA-2013)”, in the month of November, 2013. At VTU Campus, Belgaum. The role of Library and Information Centers in the present era is ever changing and the traditional services have taken a new shape in the light of developments in Information and Communication Technologies [ICTs]. Physical locations for ease of access to Library resources no longer an issue. Now Libraries are facilitating their users with 24 x 7 access using Internet Technology. Today physical use of libraries is declining drastically and most of the Librarians are expressing their concern over this development and are feeling insecure due to fall of user attendance in Libraries. This need not be the concern of Librarians. Today the users are techno-savvy and access more information than the earlier users. The libraries used to supply limited reference resources to their users earlier, but today's users will get multiple resources on their fingertips. Hence the concern for Librarians of these days should be to redefine the role of Libraries in reaching out the right information to the right user at a right time. Hence a National Conference has been organized to provide a platform for discussing following main issues: Conference Theme: Redefining Libraries in Electronic Age Sub Themes: Redefining library building ü Effective utilization of physical space ü Additional facilities for library users Redefining the organization of knowledge ü Classification ü Cataloguing Redefining collection development, Information sources and services ü Collection development ü Information sources and services ü Electronic sources and services ü Evaluation of Information Sources ü Library networking and consortia ü Open Access Redefining the management of library and information centers ü Planning ü HRM & HRD ü Financial management and budgeting ü TQM ü Knowledge management ü Leadership and Public relations & Advocacy ü Soft skills for librarians Redefining the ICT applications for libraries ü Integrated Library Management Software [ILMS] ü Digital library technologies and digital preservation ü Content Management Systems [CMS] ü Internet technology ü Open Source Software ü Web 2.0 applications ü Mobile technologies Redefining the User Education ü Information Literacy ü Computer literacy ü Digital literacy Redefining the information society and information science ü Dr.SR Ranganathan's school of thought ü Relevance of Five Laws of Library Science in the present Internet era Redefining LIS education ü LIS as an Applied science ü LIS curriculum ü Collaboration of Library and LIS departments ü Library as a laboratory for LIS education ü Online Courses in LIS ü Open Educational Resources (OER) How to submit papers: Papers using the following author guidelines may please be submitted over email at: krmulla(a)gmail.com or krmulla(a)vtu.ac.in on or before the due date. Submit unpublished and original papers in MS-Word .doc or .docx format using Double Space and Times new Roman 12 font size Paper should have Title, Author/s name, Affiliation with complete address and E-mail address of authors, Abstract maximum of one paragraph and list of main Keywords. References need to be as per APA (American Psychological Association) reference/citation Style guide Tables or figures need to be incorporated in the text at appropriate places and numbered serially Size of the paper (A4 size) between 4 and 8 pages Who can Participate? Library and Information Science professionals working in academic and research institutes, corporate offices and public libraries. For more information regarding the event, you may please check conference website: http://www.vtu.ac.inor http://vtuerm12.webs.com/events.htm Important Dates · Paper Submission Deadline 30-09-2013 · Notification of Acceptance 10-10-2013 · Early bird offer for Registration 25-10-2013 Participation Fees (Early Bird Registration) · Library Professional Rs. 500/- · Students of LIS Schools Rs. 300/- Participation Fees (Registration After Deadline) · Library Professional Rs. 750/- · Students of LIS Schools Rs. 500/- Payment: Fees may please be paid via Demand Draft favouring 'Finance Officer, VTU' payable at Belgaum. The same may please be sent along with registration form to the organizing secretary at the address given below. Accommodation:- Limited Accommodation will be provided on request at VTU Campus. Not: Limited hostel accommodation is available (first come first serve basis) Publication of Conference Volume: Conference proceedings will be published with ISBN Number: 978-81-924696-0-7 You may contact the organizing secretary at: Dr. KR Mulla Organizing Secretary, Librarian, Visvesvaraya Technological University, “Jnana Sangama” Belgaum-590 018, Karnataka. +91-9449873452 (M), +91-9448031969 (M) +91-831-2498191 (O) +91-831-2498192 (Fax) Email: krmulla(a)vtu.ac.in URL: www.vtu.ac.in Conference Website: http://vtuerm12.webs.com/events.htm -- Posted By Engg-Lib-Forum from India to ELF at 9/12/2013 10:04:00 PM -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ICADL 2013 is NOT just another DL Conference-No fluff, just stuff: Registrations Open
by Shalini Urs 13 Sep '13

13 Sep '13

Dear LIS Professionals, There are conferences and conferences, but then there is one ORIGINAL Digital Library Conference in India in 2013; and that is ICADL 2013. The year 2001 was truly an important milestone for the digital library movement in India. Indian library community witnessed its first truly international calibre conference in the domain of digital libraries in the year 2001 with the 4th ICADL being held in Bangalore during December 10-12. ICADL 2001 brought “who is who” of digital library community – Professors Hsinchun Chen, Prof Ian Witten, Edward Fox. Gary Marchionini, Michael Shepherd, and many others. This time around also ICADL promises to bring the best of digital library experts to India to share their cutting edge research and practices in “ Social Media and Community Networks” We bring you the same conference series, now in its 15th version-ICADL 2013, whose papers are published by Springer as its Lecture Notes in Computer Science, to you in India for the second time around after 12 long years! For a glimpse of the accepted papers and posters (http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/Accepted_Papers_and_Posters.html) Here is an opportunity for the Indian LIS community to participate and learn about the new tools for the digital era. Tutorials at ICADL 2013, offer you an opportunity to retool and reposition yourself through the techniques of ‘Data Mining’; ‘Text Mining’ and ‘Social Network Analysis’. For more details on the tutorials (http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/tutorials.html) Special Attraction: InfoQuiz 2013: Come, compete and win fabulous prizes: for more details (http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/infoquiz.html) Registrations open: come and join the real Digital Library Conference @ICADL 2013 For registrations: http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/Registration.html See you at the ICADL 2013! Shalini Chair, ICADL 2013 & Executive Director and Professor International School of Information Management University of Mysore Mysore- 570006 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IASLIC's Workshop on Joomla
by IASLIC Kolkata 12 Sep '13

12 Sep '13

* * *A 3-Day Workshop * * * *on * * * *CONTENT MANAGEMENT* *Using Joomla* * *** *September 23-25, 2013*** * * * * * * * * *Organized by*** * * *Indian Association of Special Libraries &* *Information Centres * * * * * *In Collaboration with* * * * * *Bose Institute* *Centenary campus* *P-1/12 CIT Scheme No. VIIM, Kolkata - 700054 * * * * * * * * * * * *Indian Association of Special Libraries &* *Information Centres (IASLIC) * *P-291, CIT Scheme 6M, Kankurgachi, Kolkata – 7000054* *Website : http://www.iaslic1955.org.in Email : iaslic.india(a)gmail.com* * * * * * * * * * * *About IASLIC* * * IASLIC (Indian Association of Special Libraries & Information Centres), the national professional body in the field of Library and Information Science and Services enjoys the patronage of the MHRD, DST, CSIR, DRDO, RRRLF and other departments of the Govt. Of India. It receives financial assistance from them for carrying on its professional activities for the benefit of the society. “Energy, resources and information” being the three distinct ingredients for all developmental processes, IASLIC has been playing a crucial role by way of stimulating the informational activities of the special libraries and information centres, spread in the Ministries, Departments, Science and Technological Research Institutions, Corporate houses, Academic and Research Centres etc. IASLIC encourages and promotes the systematic acquisition, organization and dissemination of knowledge, the key capital for growth and development of the economy. As its social objective it organizes courses and programmes for development of manpower for effective utilization in any situation. IASLIC aims to promote its activities in all part of the country and in all spheres of social activities, academic and research work, including marketing and business research in corporate sectors. *About Bose Institute* * * The Bose Institute was founded by Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose, F.R.S., in 1917. The institute is one of the earliest, perhaps the first modern research institute in India. The institute has evolved over the years into a multi-disciplinary research organization with stress on fundamental research in Science and technology and is still developing highly competent and able scientific manpower for the country. The institute has on its staff highly qualified and experienced scientists working in the field of Botanical, Biological, Biochemical, Chemical and Physical sciences both basic and applied aspects. In addition to the research and development, the institute has recently introduced one Integrated M.Sc. - Ph.D. programme in Plant Molecular Biology and Biotecnology in collaboration with University of Calcutta and M.Sc. programme in Astrophysics in collaboration with St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata. The Bose Institute Library* *was founded by Sir Jagadis Chandra Bose in the year 1917 is a special science reference Library. It is extensively used by the faculty members and research scholars of other Institutes and Universities also. The Library has a collection of 0.50 lakh books and bound volumes periodicals. The library is in the verge of total computerization of its collection, provides access to more than 2200 E-Journals and 30000 E-Book collections. It is pioneer in subscribing BMN Reviews, Scopus of Elsevier and Century of Science of ISI Web of Science. *Patron* Prof. Shibaji Raha Director, Bose Institute, Kolkata *Co-Patron* Prof. Manikuntala Kundu Chairman, Library Committee, Bose Institute, Kolkata** * * *The Rector of the Course* * *Prof. Pijushkanti Panigrahi, General Secretary, IASLIC * * *Advisors* 1) Dr. J. N. Satpathi 2) Prof. Arjun Dasgupta 3) Prof. Amitabha Chatterjee 4) Prof. Ratna Bandyopadhyay 5) Prof. Krishnapada Majumder 6) Prof. Juran Krishna Sarkhel 7) Prof. Salil Chandra Khan 8) Prof. Pijus Kanti Jana 9) Prof. Subal Chandra Biswas 10) Shri. Saptarshi Ghosh *Organizing Committee* *Members* 1) Shri G C Basak 2) Shri P. Jana 3) Shri Sajal Kanti Goswami 4) Shri Harendra Nath Basu 5) Dr. Nitai RoyChowdhury 6) Shri Pradip K Sarkar 7) Dr. Jayati Ghosh 8) Dr. V. K. Thomas 9) Shri Narayan Chandra Ghosh 10) Shri Abhijit Dasgupta 11) Shri P K Sinha *Course Director* * *Prof. S. B. Banerjee Convener, Education Division, IASLIC * * *Workshop Coordinator* * *Dr. Arun Kumar Chakraborty *The Course Objective* * * In these days of multidimensional, multidirectional and multifaceted growth of the economy, information has attained a special status, the status as a factor of production, the instrument for change, the essential ingredient for innovation and research for development. Rapid acceleration and multiplication of the sources generating information are also observed. But the problem of availability accessibility, and use of information remains constant even in these days of ICT and digital technology. Content management is a way to help ensure easy flow and use of information in any environment. It is a process to create, manage and store information. Virtually it is an online information management. Content Management is, a newly coined term, in vogue for the past few years, although especially the business and corporate units have been handling it continuously for decades unknowingly, undefindly. Curiously, the term content management has evolved not by those who have been handling and using it but by the software communities. Content means information that is published or, made known to public. IASLIC being the national professional organization, its sole object is to extend its expertise to make the information professionals effective, help update and upgrade their knowledge and acumen to stimulate and strengthen the information activities. The present course with a little theoretical input would be practical based. *Course Contents* * * Defining Content Management Content Life Cycle Content Acquisition Why to Manage Content Fundamentals of Content Management Guidelines and Standards for Content Management Organisation and Storage of Contents Metadata Search Routines Content Management and Knowledge Management conflict or coalescence Content Management Team Practicals* Using Jumla* *Who can participate in the Workshop* * * Persons with MLIS Degree or working Professionals with at least BLIS/MCA degree employed in Library and Information Centres/Technical Information Centres/R & D Units/Academic Institutions or in MIS/DSS or in any other Information Centres in the corporate houses. Students completing MLIS/MCA courses may also apply. * * *Duration of the course* 3 days, September 23-25, 2013 *Accommodation* Outstation participants will have to make their own arrangements *Venue* The Seminar Room of the Centenary Building of Bose Institute P-1/12, CIT Scheme No. VI M, Kolkata – 700054 *Course Fee* Rs.3000/- (for IASLIC Individual members) Rs.3500/- (for Non-Members but sponsored by Institutional Members) Rs.4000/- (for Non-members & other Sponsored candidates)** *Mode of Payment* Payment should be made* *by DD/Cheque duly drawn in favour of * IASLIC* *Awarding of Certificates* Certificates will be awarded after completion of the course *How to Apply* Application form, obtainable from IASLIC office or Website, together with course fees payable by DD/Cheque duly drawn in favour of *IASLIC *may be sent to: Prof. S B Banerjee, Convener, Education Division IASLIC (Indian Association of Special Libraries and Information Centres), P- 291, CIT Scheme No. 6M, Kankurgachi, Kolkata – 700054. Phone: (033) 2362-9651 Email: iaslic(a)vsnl.net, iaslic.india(a)gmail.com Website: www.iaslic1955.org.in * * * * * * *A 3-Day Workshop* *on * *CONTENT MANAGEMENT*** * *** *Jointly Organized by* *IASLIC & Bose Institute* * * *PARTICIPATION FORM* * * * * 1. Name in full (in block letters) Mr./Ms. ……………………………............................................ 1. Address : ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….................. ………………………………………………Pin Contact No. ……………………….......... Email: ……………………………………………………................. 3. Are you a sponsored candidate? If yes, write the name and address of your sponsoring organization: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1. Are you a member of IASLIC? If yes, Please √ (tick) 5. Educational Qualifications : 6. Experience : Date: ……………….. ________________________ (Signature in full) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *(FOR SPONSORED CANDIDATES)* * * Name of the sponsoring organization: ……………………………………………………………………………………… The above mentioned candidate has been sponsored by the organization. Signature: …………………………………………………. Designation (with Office Seal): …………………………………………………………………………… -- * **Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi*, Hony General Secretary, IASLIC, P-291, CIT Scheme No. 6M, Kankurgachi, Kolkata - 700054 iaslic(a)vsnl.net or iaslic.india(a)gmail.com www.iaslic1955.org.in *Join IASLIC, Contribute to IASLIC, Strengthen IASLIC* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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MyLISA Orientation Programme for NET/SLET Aspirants
by Vasanth 12 Sep '13

12 Sep '13

Dear Professionals, Hearty Seasonal Greetings from MyLISA. MyLISA – Mysore Library and Information Scientists Association – is organizing an orientation programme called MyLISA OPENS (MyLISA Orientation Programme for Enthusiasts of NET/SLET). The Orientation Programme will prepare the aspirants of NET/SLET to face the exam confidently. The training programme is scheduled for little more than two months starting from last week of September 2013. The programme will be conducted in one of the reputed colleges in Mysore on Saturdays (between 2 pm to 6 pm) and Sundays (between 9 am to 1 pm). The admission fee will be Rs. 1000. Life members of MyLISA will get a concession of 25% and the fee for them would be Rs. 750. For details visit: http://mylisamysore.weebly.com/. The admission will be purely on first-cum-first-serve basis and please be informed that only limited number of seats is available. ------------------------- With best wishes Vasantha Raju N. PRO, MyLISA, Mysore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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International Workshop on OSOD-2013
by drtc＠isibang.ac.in 12 Sep '13

12 Sep '13

International Workshop on Open Science and Open Data (OSOD-2013) 7th October, 2013 Bangalore, India Hosted by: Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC) Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) & Creative Commons, USA Documentation Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institute along with Creative Commons USA announces an international workshop on Open Science and Open Data. The main objective of this workshop is to bring together International experts, practitioners and advocates of Open Access to Information to discuss and contemplate on key issues contributing to Open Science. The workshop also aims to serve as a platform for institutions, academicians, scientists and researchers interested in Open Science to exchange thoughts and processes 'How To' create Open content within legal framework. OSOD 2013 is open for all the library and information science professionals, academicians, researchers, scientists and students who are interested to know how to make content open. On behalf of the OSOD 2013 Committee, we invite you to participate in the International Workshop on Open Science and Open Data, which will take place at Indian Statistical Institute on 7th October 2013, in Bangalore, India. Speakers: Puneet Kishor Policy Coordinator for Science and Data Creative Commons USA Dr. ARD Prasad DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Dr. Devika Madalli DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Dr. Usha Munshi Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi Dr. Subbiah Arunachalam Information Scientist, Chennai Ms. Neha Choudhary(TBC) Centre for Internet and Society, Bangalore Dr. Sridhar Parishetty(TBC) Open Governance India, IIM Bangalore Zainab Bawa(TBC) Co-founder HasGeek Nisha Thompson(TBC) Aghyar Sajjad Anwar and Shashank Srinivasan(TBC) GeoHackers Prof. Ravikumar(TBC) Dr. Prabhakar(TBC) Narendra Prasad(TBC)  TBC To be confirmed Registration Fee: Rs 500 for all the participants. Mode of payment: Demand Draft; The Demand Draft (DD) should be made in favor of Indian Statistical Institute, payable at Bangalore on or before 27th September, 2013 More information will be available soon at http://drtc.isibang.ac.in We are looking forward to your participation and contribution at OSOD 2013. OSOD 2013 Organizing Committee Devika P.Madalli(Convener), Indian Statistical Institute, India Biswanath Dutta, Indian Statistical Institute, India ARD Prasad, DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute, India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fwd: Article request
by Manju Yadav 12 Sep '13

12 Sep '13

Dear All, I am in urgent need of following articles: 1) Performing Identities: Actresses and Autobiography by Mary Jean Corbett<http://muse.jhu.edu/results?section1=author&search1=Mary%20Jean%20Corbett> From: Biography <http://muse.jhu.edu/journals/biography> Volume 24, Number 1, Winter 2001 <http://muse.jhu.edu/journals/biography/toc/bio24.1.html> pp. 15-23 | 10.1353/bio.2001.0005 2) The Rumpled Bed of Autobiography: Extravagant Lives, Extravagant Questions by Sidonie Smith<http://muse.jhu.edu/results?section1=author&search1=Sidonie%20Smith> , Julia Watson<http://muse.jhu.edu/results?section1=author&search1=Julia%20Watson> From: Biography <http://muse.jhu.edu/journals/biography> Volume 24, Number 1, Winter 2001<http://muse.jhu.edu/journals/biography/toc/bio24.1.html> pp. 1-14 | 10.1353/bio.2001.0025 3) Narrative Identity Empiricized: A Dialogical and Positioning Approach to Autobiographical Research Interviews The Rumpled Bed of Autobiography: Extravagant Lives, Extravagant Questions by Sidonie Smith<http://muse.jhu.edu/results?section1=author&search1=Sidonie%20Smith> , Julia Watson<http://muse.jhu.edu/results?section1=author&search1=Julia%20Watson> From: Biography <http://muse.jhu.edu/journals/biography> Volume 24, Number 1, Winter 2001 pp. 1-14 | 10.1353/bio.2001.0025 <http://muse.jhu.edu/journals/biography/toc/bio24.1.html> -- Regards Manju Yadav PDPU Gandhinagar " Dont cry that it Happened ...... Smile that its Over!" -- Regards Manju Yadav " Dont cry that it Happened ...... Smile that its Over!" -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ICADL 2013 is NOT just another DL Conference-No fluff, just stuff: Registrations Open
by Shalini Urs 11 Sep '13

11 Sep '13

Dear LIS Professionals, There are conferences and conferences, but then there is one ORIGINAL Digital Library Conference in India in 2013; and that is ICADL 2013. The year 2001 was truly an important milestone for the digital library movement in India. Indian library community witnessed its first truly international calibre conference in the domain of digital libraries in the year 2001 with the 4th ICADL being held in Bangalore during December 10-12. ICADL 2001 brought “who is who” of digital library community – Professors Hsinchun Chen, Prof Ian Witten, Edward Fox. Gary Marchionini, Michael Shepherd, and many others. This time around also ICADL promises to bring the best of digital library experts to India to share their cutting edge research and practices in “ Social Media and Community Networks” We bring you the same conference series, now in its 15th version-ICADL 2013, whose papers are published by Springer as its Lecture Notes in Computer Science, to you in India for the second time around after 12 long years! For a glimpse of the accepted papers and posters (http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/Accepted_Papers_and_Posters.html) Here is an opportunity for the Indian LIS community to participate and learn about the new tools for the digital era. Tutorials at ICADL 2013, offer you an opportunity to retool and reposition yourself trough the techniques of ‘ Data Mining’; ‘Text Mining’ and ‘Social Network Analysis’. For more details on the tutorials (http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/tutorials.html) Special Attraction: InfoQuiz 2013: Come, compete and win fabulous prizes: for more details (http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/infoquiz.html) Registrations open: come and join the real Digital Library Conference @ICADL 2013 For registrations: http://www.isim.ac.in/icadl2013/Registration.html See you at the ICADL 2013! Shalini Chair, ICADL 2013 & Executive Director and Professor International School of Information Management University of Mysore Mysore- 570006 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Special Lecture on "Information Sources for Social Science in a Digital Library Environment: Obstacles and Opportunities"
by meera anand 11 Sep '13

11 Sep '13

Dear Members,  On behalf of Jain University, Bangalore, I cordially invites you for the Special Lecture on  “Information sources in social sciences in a digital library environment: obstacles and opportunities” Speaker:    Dr .M.Krishnamurthy                    Faculty, DRTC        Indian Statistical Institute        Bangalore -560059   Date:  Friday 20th Sept, 2013 Time: 2.pm Venue: Ground Floor Seminar Hall-2 , Jain University, Jayanagar 9th Block, Bangalore- 69  Abstract: The information source infrastructure in social sciences needs to be strengthened. It is essential for social sciences in developing countries to pay much greater attention to the parochial nature of its knowledge and the need for indigenization. In a situation of digital resources are becoming more visible in the social science, use of these resources by scholars remains limited. Social Science disciplines have come to rely on computers and electronic communication for some of their daily work, but the use of digital information resources has yet to become routine. Digital libraries are still evolving, and librarians and other information professionals are just beginning to understand and exploit the computer’s ability to assist in the Social Science research process. Research on prerequisites for development of digital libraries by exploring user needs, capabilities and preferences as well as obstacles they encounter while using existing electronic inform! ation resources in a pre-digital environment. Social scientists study all aspects of society—from past events and achievements to human behavior and relationships among groups. Therefore, it is part of the social science institutions and associations make a strategy that the social science educational system be so arranged that researchers and students become accustomed to regarding Internet as a tool to be used in the learning process.    About Speaker:  Dr. M. Krishnamurthy is Faculty at Documentation Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institute, Prior to taking this assignment he served as librarian of Indian statistical Institute Bangalore centre, and University Librarian, University of Mysore.  He has 18 years experience   as Librarian.  He is recipient of the prestigious Fulbright Fellowship in 2006 and visited Graduate School of Library and Information Science, Illinois (USA), and also he is recipient of the Open Repository Scholarship to attend Sydney, Australia conference in 2007. He has contributed extensively to national and international journals and conferences   (80 articles).  He received Bharath Shiksha Ratana Award in 2102, and ILA CD Sharma Best paper award in 2013..His research interests are in the uses of emerging information and communications technologies (ICTs) to enhance libraries and education. His research and teaching are in! the areas of Social Networking, Digital Archives, Digital Libraries, and Educational Technology. At present he is treasurer for the Association of British Scholars, Bangalore. He visited USA, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Australia, Singapore, Japan, and South Korea, Scotland for academic assignment.   Regards, Meeramani. N Librarian,Jain University Jayanagar 9th Block, Bangalore- 69 Ph: 080 43430920 Mob: 9845500343   -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ASIA'S LEADING ONCOLOGY JOURNAL CANCER SCIENCE ADOPTS OPEN ACCESS
by Ragaavendra R 11 Sep '13

11 Sep '13

Dear Moderator kindly circulate. ASIA'S LEADING ONCOLOGY JOURNAL CANCER SCIENCE ADOPTS OPEN ACCESS >From January 1, 2014, all newly published articles will be open access and free to view, download and share. As the journal of the Japanese Cancer Association, Cancer Science has been publishing high quality oncology research since its launch in 1907 as Gann, before being retitled as the Japanese Journal of Cancer Research. The journal now attracts over 1,300 submissions annually worldwide and has attained an Impact Factor of 3.479, establishing its role as the leading oncology journal in Asia. FOR COMPLETE READ AND REFERENCE LINK: http://www.newswiretoday.com/news/133510/Asias-Leading-Oncology-Journal-Can… Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and may not represent those of the Company or bind the Company. Any commitments made over e-mail are not financially binding on the company unless accompanied or followed by a valid purchase order. This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by Mail Scanner, and is believed to be clean. The Company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.jubl.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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F.W. Lancaster- A man and Champion in Library and Information Science
by Madaiah Krishnamurthy 11 Sep '13

11 Sep '13

It is very sad to know that F.W. Lancaster is no more! Over a period of four decades F.W Lancaster was continuously engaged as a visionary leader in the field of Library and Information Science. His research, writings, and teachings have earned him the highest honor in the profession . F.W. Lancaster excelled at many fronts as as scholar, educator, mentor, and writer. He visited India (Indian Statistical Institute), 1991 as Fulbright scholar and spent lot of time in the library (ISIBC) Recipient of the 1978, and 1992 award by the American Society for Information Science for the best book of the year on information science. His classic books are bible for the LIS professions namely , Indexing and abstracting theory and practice, If you want Evaluate your library Services, Paper Less Society,Online Systems for Information Access and Retrieval . I join thousands of professional friends around the world to condole his death and pray almighty to give peace to his soul. Regards, M.Krishnamurthy ************************************************************** Dr. M.Krishnamurthy,M.A.M.L.I.Sc.Ph.D. Fulbright Scholar, University of Illinois, USA. Faculty, DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute Bangalore- 560059 India URL: http://www.isibang.ac.in/~krish/ Phone No : 91-80-28483002/4/5 Ext 493 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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CONNECT 2013 - 2 Day Conference & Exhibition on ICT : 24-25 September 2013 at Chennai Trade Centre Chennai.
by Mohan Hr 11 Sep '13

11 Sep '13

Dear All, *CONNECT-2013,* the premier annual Conference cum Exposition on Information and Communication Technology focusing on Tamil Nadu’s growth in ICT Sector is being organised by CII & Govt. of TN during 24-25, Sep 2013 at Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, Chennai. *Computer Society of India & IEEE Computer Society are supporting the event CONNECT-2013 as Supporting Associations.* *The Theme of CONNECT 2013 is “Towards Scaling New Frontiers in ICT”.* *The Conference cum Expo will include the following sessions apart from the Inauguration, Awards & Valedictory.* -- New Frontiers in Technology: SMAC (Social, Mobile, Analytics & Cloud Technology ) -- New Frontiers in creating an eco system of VCs and start-ups to foster innovation and entrepreneurship -- New Frontiers in Tech Reach : E Governance & Citizen Empowerment -- New Frontiers in Sustainability : Energy Efficiency, Smart Transportation, Green Manufacturing, Micro Grids etc. -- Policies & Frameworks for the growth of ICT sector *CONNECT-2013 will feature key addresses by eminent speakers such as* -- Mr S Mahalingam, Former Executive Director & CFO, Tata Consultancy Services Ltd -- Mr M F Farooqui IAS, Secretary, Department of Telecommunications, Government of India -- Mr R Chandrasekaran, Group Chief Executive – Technology & Operations, Cognizant Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd -- Mr Mike Nithavrianakis, Deputy High Commissioner, British Deputy High Commission -- Mr Lakshmi Narayanan, Vice Chairman, Cognizant Technology Solutions -- Mr Amit Gupta, Senior Technical Advisor, InMobile -- Dr Ashok Jhunjhunwala, professor, Indian Institute of Technology Madras -- Mr Bikram Bedi Singh, Head India Sales from Amazon -- Ms Chitra Ravi, Founder & CEO, EZ Vidya -- Dr Harish Hande, Managing Director, SELCO - India -- Mr Khalid Isar, Country Head of Alibaba.com -- Mr Krishna Giri, Managing Director – Health & Public Service, Asia Pacific,Accenture India -- Mr Lakshmanan Narayan (LUX), CEO & Co Founder, Unmetric Inc -- Mr Milan Rao, CEO, Airtel -- Mr T C Meenakshi Sundaram, Managing Director, IDG Ventures India -- Dr Omkar Rai, Director General, Software Technology Parks of India -- Mr Philip Heah, Senior Director, Government of Singapore -- Dr Prasad Modak, Chief Sustainability Officer and Dean , IL&FS Academy for Applied Development (IAAD) -- Mr Rajan Anandan, MD, Google India -- Mr Shirish Deodhar, CEO and Co-Founder, Sapience -- Dr S Sadagopan, Director, International Institute of Information Technology, Bengaluru -- Mr Ronnie Lee, Director, Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA) -- Mr Tanmoy Chakraborty, Head Global Government Business, TCS This year, United Kingdom has been invited to be the partner country. KPMG Advisory Services P Ltd has agreed to partner with CII as Knowledge Partner for CONNECT-2013. The exhibition, a part of CONNECT-2013 will consist of exhibitors from IT & ITES Companies , International Partner Country Pavilion, Educational Institutions, Telecommunication Companies, Network Providers etc. ***As the members of the supporting organization, the members of CSI & IEEE are eligible for concessional registration fee for this two days event CONNECT-2013 as under.* -- Members: Rs.1250/= (per person) (Pl. select the participant type CII / Yi Members) -- Academic Faculty & Students: Rs.1000/= (per person) (Pl. select the participant type Academic Institutions & NGO) In addition, Group Discount of 10% is applicable when 3 or more register together. You can register for CONNECT-2013 at http://www.cii.in/OnlineRegistration.aspx?Event_ID=E000016081 For more details regarding the event, please feel free to contact john.pravin(a)cii.in / sandhya.ramesh(a)cii.in / Ph.044-42444 555. Website: http://www.ciiconnect.com For a detailed brochure, pl. visit http://ieeecs-madras.managedbiz.com/pgms/2013/connect-2013.pdf As the seats are limited, pl. register at the earliest. Look forward to your participation and confirmation. With regards HR Mohan VP, CSI & Chairman, IEEE CS <http://infoforuse.blogspot.com/> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Professor Emeritus F. W. Lancaster passes away
by Mailing List Admin 11 Sep '13

11 Sep '13

Date: Tue, 10 Sep 2013 23:34:55 +0000 From: Vara Lakshmi Rudrabhatla <rvsn1234(a)hotmail.com> Dear Professionals. It is sad to know that Prof Lancaster passed away. He visited our department in 1990s and taught subject indexing. His passion for teaching and critical outlook on professional issues is remarkable. He influenced the profession with his thoughts and his books are more cited as standard works. He made distinctive contribution to the profession and will hold a special position in our hearts. May his soul rest in peace! Prof R.S.R.Varalakshmi U.G.C. Emeritus FellowDept of Library and Information ScienceAndhra University, Visakhapatnam 530 003 Residence: 54-12-64/5, Bhanu Nagar H.B.Colony Post Visakhapatnam - 530 022 > Date: Tue, 10 Sep 2013 12:27:41 +0530 > From: mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > Subject: [LIS-Forum] Professor Emeritus F. W. Lancaster passes away > > Date: Mon, 9 Sep 2013 22:11:38 -0700 (PDT) > From: Nitin S. Joshi Joshi <nitinsjoshi(a)yahoo.com> > > For details, you may visit, > http://www.lis.illinois.edu/articles/2013/08/professor-emeritus-f-w-lancast… > _______________________________________________ > LIS-Forum mailing list > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum > > -- > This message has been scanned for viruses and > dangerous content by MailScanner, and is > believed to be clean. > -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: New iPhones put more polish on Apple's restrictions
by Dimple Patel 11 Sep '13

11 Sep '13

The announcement of Apple's new iPhone releases marks yet another highly anticipated product launch from the technology giant. As expected, the new iPhones will be faster, more powerful, and continue to hide the various anti-user restrictions behind a sleek and seductive user interface. Each release of a product or operating system from Apple means the latest and greatest they have to offer, including the strongest Digital Restrictions Management (DRM) technologies yet. The beauty of Apple products is how cleverly they use smooth curves and a shiny design to lock users into an experience controlled by a single corporation. The inner workings (or non-workings as the case may be) of its operating system, the availability of applications, and the low-level control over hardware are all hidden away from the public and tightly secured by Apple. As with previous iPhones, apps and devices come with a kill switch, third party peripherals are arbitrarily restricted, books and other media purchased from iTunes come with DRM, and all software must be cryptographically signed and approved by Apple. The iPhone 5s and 5c succeed in leaving their users at the mercy of Apple. The most anticipated new feature of the iPhone 5s is the inclusion of a new fingerprint scanner, which is advertised as an enhanced security feature tacked onto a software platform that lacks transparency, accountability, and is inherently untrustworthy. Rather than improving privacy and security, by encouraging users of the latest incarnations of the iPhone to use their fingerprints to unlock their device, Apple invites the possibility of verifying biometrically exactly who used an iPhone and at what time. We have seen Apple grow to more and more effectively lock down their hardware and software platforms, and in turn, lock in their users. Would-be Apple customers should be warned about the dangers Apple products create, and informed about the alternatives, workarounds, and ways to resist Apple's control. We invite anti-DRM activists to visit the Free Software Foundation's iPhone action page and send an email to Apple CEO Tim Cook letting him know that you won't buy an iOS device because of its proprietary software and DRM. Once you've done that, look into ways to use mobile devices without surrendering your freedom, such as Replicant and F-Droid. Sincerely, Kẏra Campaigns Organizer You can view this post online at https://defectivebydesign.org/iphone5c-warning. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Professor Emeritus F. W. Lancaster passes away
by Mailing List Admin 10 Sep '13

10 Sep '13

Date: Tue, 10 Sep 2013 15:49:12 +0530 From: Aragonda L Moorthy <almoorthy52(a)gmail.com> Dear Professionals, It is sad to know that F Wilifred Lancaster is no more. He has contributed immensely to the LIS field, some of which, including books that are seminal, have been highly cited. May his soul rest in peace. Dr AL Moorthy, Former Director-DESIDOC & Chief Consultant (Inf Sci), BrahMos Aerospace, Hyderabad Centre, Adj: DRDL Rear Gate, Kanchanbagh PO, Hyderabad-500058 Ph: (O) 040-24087111; Mob: 08447797774 On Tue, Sep 10, 2013 at 12:27 PM, Mailing List Admin < mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> wrote: > Date: Mon, 9 Sep 2013 22:11:38 -0700 (PDT) > From: Nitin S. Joshi Joshi <nitinsjoshi(a)yahoo.com> > > For details, you may visit, http://www.lis.illinois.edu/** > articles/2013/08/professor-**emeritus-f-w-lancaster-passes-**away<http://www.lis.illinois.edu/articles/2013/08/professor-emeritus-f-w-lancast…> > ______________________________**_________________ > LIS-Forum mailing list > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/**mailman/listinfo/lis-forum<http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum> > > -- > This message has been scanned for viruses and > dangerous content by MailScanner, and is > believed to be clean. > > -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Professor Emeritus F. W. Lancaster passes away
by Mailing List Admin 10 Sep '13

10 Sep '13

Date: Tue, 10 Sep 2013 12:02:40 +0530 From: Perin Marolia <pvmarolia(a)gmail.com> We at the SNDT Women's Univesity are very saddened to hear of the demise of Prof. W Lancaster. I clearly remember his visits to SNDT in the early 1990s and later. His intelligence and his pathbreaking work in LIS are impressive. He also had a fine sense of humour. May his soul rest in peace. Dr Perin Marolia On Tue, Sep 10, 2013 at 12:27 PM, Mailing List Admin < mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> wrote: > Date: Mon, 9 Sep 2013 22:11:38 -0700 (PDT) > From: Nitin S. Joshi Joshi <nitinsjoshi(a)yahoo.com> > > For details, you may visit, http://www.lis.illinois.edu/** > articles/2013/08/professor-**emeritus-f-w-lancaster-passes-**away<http://www.lis.illinois.edu/articles/2013/08/professor-emeritus-f-w-lancast…> > ______________________________**_________________ > LIS-Forum mailing list > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/**mailman/listinfo/lis-forum<http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum> > > -- > This message has been scanned for viruses and > dangerous content by MailScanner, and is > believed to be clean. > > -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Professor Emeritus F. W. Lancaster passes away
by Mailing List Admin 10 Sep '13

10 Sep '13

Date: Mon, 9 Sep 2013 22:11:38 -0700 (PDT) From: Nitin S. Joshi Joshi <nitinsjoshi(a)yahoo.com> For details, you may visit, http://www.lis.illinois.edu/articles/2013/08/professor-emeritus-f-w-lancast…

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Mobiles for Development
by Mailing List Admin 09 Sep '13

09 Sep '13

Date: Sun, 8 Sep 2013 10:47:01 +0530 From: Siva Shankar Kimidi <kimishivamlisc(a)gmail.com> Dear All: Greetings !!! Mobiles for Development <http://m4d.colfinder.org/> a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) by IIT Kanpur and CO About this Course <http://m4d.colfinder.org/node/8> Mobile devices, phones as well as Tablet computers, have been spreading fast across the globe. Spread of mobile phones in developing countries has been spectacular. More people have access to cell phones today than to clean water. Mobile communication and computing technologies have much potential to contribute to human development. This is already felt in some measure in learning. There are reports of new advantages and benefits in key other sectors such as agriculture and food production and rural credit and finance. This course is about important concepts and practices in mobile technologies that are relevant to learning and education, agricultural extension and rural credit and finance. http://m4d.colfinder.org/ -- Regards Siva Shankar K Mob: +919908035478

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membership updation
by IASLIC Kolkata 08 Sep '13

08 Sep '13

*Dear IASLIC Members* *We have uploaded membership list (as on July 01, 2013) in our website www.iaslic1955.org.in. The zone wise list is available and can be accessed by clicking Home > Membership > List of Valid Members> respective Zone. We request our honorable members kindly to check the list to verify your entry. Please feel free to inform us, if you find any anomaly, at the earliest to iaslic.india(a)gmail.com* *Your cooperation will help us to reach you with our publications regularly. * *Please request other members (known to you) also to extend their helping hands more and more towards IASLIC.* - -- * **Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi*, Hony General Secretary, IASLIC, P-291, CIT Scheme No. 6M, Kankurgachi, Kolkata - 700054 iaslic(a)vsnl.net or iaslic.india(a)gmail.com www.iaslic1955.org.in *Join IASLIC, Contribute to IASLIC, Strengthen IASLIC* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Lecture at JNU Library on 11th September 2013 at 10.30 am
by Dr. Ramesh C Gaur 08 Sep '13

08 Sep '13

Central Library, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) cordially invites you to the 13th Library Lecture Series and Outreach Programme Topic: Launching chat reference, Facebook, Twitter & other social media initiatives in a University Library Speaker: Mr. Tay Chee Hsien, Aaron Senior Librarian, NUS Libraries Central Library (Information Services), National University of Singapore Chairperson: Dr. M.G. Sreekumar Adjunct Professor, Humanities & Liberal Arts in Management & Chief Information Officer Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode Date: Wednesday, 11th September 2013 at 10.30 am Venue: Committee Room, Central Library, JNU, New Delhi About the Speaker: Mr. Tay Chee Hsein Aaron joined NUS Libraries in 2007. Much of his work has focused on extending the digital reach of the library by launching chat reference, Facebook, Twitter & other social media initiatives. As E-service facilitator, he is in charge of implementing, supporting & strategizing use of the discovery service, link resolver, Libguides & LibAnswers platforms as well as other online services. Aaron was named an international Library Journal Mover & Shaker in 2011 & received a silver award for outstanding librarian of the year at the Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians in 2012. He blogs regularly at Musings about librarianship blog http://musingsaboutlibrarianship.blogspot.sg/. Please make it convenient to attend. Regards Ramesh ************************************** Dr. Ramesh C Gaur PGDCA, MLISc,Ph.D. Fulbright Scholar (Virginia Tech, USA) University Librarian Jawaharlal Nehru University(JNU) New Meharuli Road, New Delhi - 110067 Tele +91-11-26742605, 26704551 Fax : +91-11-26741603 Email: rcgaur(a)mail.jnu.ac.in ;rcgaur66(a)gmail.com URL: www.jnu.ac.in Brief Profile: http://www.jnu.ac.in/Library/RameshCGaur.htm -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Announcement
by khaiser nikam 07 Sep '13

07 Sep '13

The University of Mysore, Department of Library and Information Science in collaberation with the University Academic Staff College will be organizing refresher course in Library and Information Science some time after December 2013. Interested college librarians can down load application form from the university website and apply . URL:http://www.ugcascmysore.ac.in/applications.html -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC-NET Key Answers Announcements
by Chikkamanju Nayaka 07 Sep '13

07 Sep '13

Dear Library and Information Science Friends please visit UGC Websites for ugc-net key answers announcement *Announcements* The Question Papers, Keys and Online Feedback System for Answer Keys (for UGC NET held on 30th June, 2013) are available between 07-Sept-2013 & 13- Sept-2013. Click here to view/download:- >> Question Papers<http://www.ugcnetonline.in/question_papers_june2013.php> >> Answer Key <http://www.ugcnetonline.in/Answer_keys_june2013.php> * *The candidates who have appeared in NET held on 30th June, 2013 can give online feedback upto 13th September, 2013 (midnight). Click here to submit:- >> Online Feedback for Answer Key <http://ugcnetonline.in/feedback> * *The result will be prepared on the basis of updated answer keys. * *No further grievance of the candidates regarding the keys will be entertained after 13th September, 2013. -- with regards Chikkamanju MLISc., M.PHIL., UGC-SET. Junior Research Scholar Dept. of Studies in Lib & Info. Sc., Manasagangothri, University of Mysore-570006 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Application invited for "RESEARCH ASSOCIATE & JRF"
by drtc＠isibang.ac.in 06 Sep '13

06 Sep '13

Indian Statistical Institute Documentation Research and Training Centre 8th Mile, Mysore Road Bangalore 560059 5th September 2013 ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE POST OF RESEARCH ASSOCIATE & JRF =========================================================== Applications are invited for the positions of a Research Associate (one) and JRF (one) for India-Trento Programme for Advanced Research (ITPAR)-Phase-III framework computer science Joint research project entitled Development of the Universal Knowledge Core (UKC), a large scale multilingual faceted knowledge. Title of Project : Development of the Universal Knowledge Core (UKC), a large scale multilingual faceted knowledge organised resource Research Associate =================== Qualification : Ph.D in Library and Information Science/Computer Science/Information Science Desirable: Good computer knowledge with programming skills Age: candidates should not be more than 35 years on 1st November, 2013. Fellowship : Rs.23,000/- pm + HRA and other facilities as per the DST (ITPAR-III) and ISI rules. Junior Research Fellow ===================== Qualification : A consistently good academic record with first or high second class in BE, B (Tech.) from a recognised university. Desirable: 1. Good computer knowledge with programming skills. 2. Degree in Library and Information Science. Age: candidates should not be more than 30 years on 1st November, 2013. Fellowship: Rs.18000/- pm + HRA and other facilities as per the DST (ITPAR-III) and ISI rules. Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae with names and addresses of two referees either by email (head(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in) or through post on or before 25 September 2013. These posts are purely temporary for duration of sponsored project only, therefore do not confer any right/claim implicit or explicit for any candidate to claim extension. These posts are subject to rules of Indian Statistical Institute. Note: i. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. ii. No TA/DA will be provided to the candidates to attend the interview. For further details, please contact: Dr. A.R.D. Prasad, Professor and Head, Documentation Research and Training Centre Indian Statistical Institute, 8th Mile, Mysore Road, Bangalore 560059 E-mail: head(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in Ph. No.080-28483002/3/4 extn.492 / 418 Issued with approval of Head, ISIBC. A.R.D. Prasad Professor and Head, DRTC -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for full text article
by Ravi Hullur 06 Sep '13

06 Sep '13

Dear All Professionals, One of our faculty members required the following journal article for research purpose. Kindly help me to get this article. Antianaerobic Antimicrobials: Spectrum and Susceptibility Testing Clin. Microbiol. Rev. *July 2013 **26**:**526**-**546**;* -- ** ** *** Regards Mr.Ravi Hullur Asst.Librarian KLE University, Belgaum Mob.No.9740638831 Blog:http://ravihullurs.blogspot.in/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Librarians are out of UGC's Minor and Major Project Scheme ??
by Ajay Kamble 06 Sep '13

06 Sep '13

Dear all, It is clearly mentioned in UGC's new guidelines for Major and Minor Research Projects that : 1. For Major Research Projects, *Only the teaching faculty of Library Science, Physical Education, Principals and Vice-Chancellors will also be eligible to participate in the scheme. * 2. For Minor Research Projects,* * *Only the teaching faculty of Library Science, Physical Education will also be eligible to participate in the scheme. * 1. Two words "Only" and "also" are creating Chaos in every library professional's mind. 2. Whether UGC consider Librarians as the teaching faculty or academic staff? 3. Does it means Librarians are kept away from the benefits of this scheme. 4. Then why Table of Minor and Major Research projects are still there in the API form of Library professionals? -- Thanks and Regards, Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 www.mlsc.co.nr www.ajaykamble.co.nr -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vaacancy @ IIM Bengaluru
by Veeru 05 Sep '13

05 Sep '13

Dear all, Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) invites applications for the post of *Chief Librarian<http://www.iimb.ernet.in/sites/default/files/u181/Chief%20Librarian%20Job%2…> (01)* * * *Deputy Librarian<http://www.iimb.ernet.in/sites/default/files/u181/Deputy%20Librarian%20IIMB…> (01) * * * *Librarian- Centre Services<http://www.iimb.ernet.in/sites/default/files/u181/Librarian%20-%20Centre%20…> (01)* * * To apply, send a cover letter and CV with the names and contact details of three referees to chro(a)iimb.ernet.in or by post to the following address: *Chief Human Resources Officer, *Indian Institute of Management Bangalore, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore - 560076. *The closing date for applications is 14th September 2013.* * * * * *For more details visit Website: * http://www.iimb.ernet.in/opportunities/administrative-positions -- Thanks and Warm Regards Virupaksh. B. H Library and Information Assistant National Library of India, Kolkata-700027 Email Id: *veerulis(a)gmail.com* * * * * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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happy teachers day
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 05 Sep '13

05 Sep '13

every librarian does more than a teacher in sharing the knowledge. THEIR CONTRIBUTION IN SHARING THE KNOWLEDGE THROUGH INFORMAL WAY TO THE STUDENT AND ACADEMIC IMMUNITY IS PAR EXCELLENCE. THEY DESERVE MORE THAN ANY ONE ELSE TO GREET AND WISH THEM ON THE OCCASION OF TEACHERS DAY. I WHOLE HEARTEDLY WISH EVERY LIBRARIAN AND EVERY TEACHER A HAPPY TEACHERS DAY Prof. N.LAXMAN RAO, -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Trainee
by Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai 05 Sep '13

05 Sep '13

Dear professional friends, Central University of Kerala, Kasaragod needs Library Trainees for its Library. *Qualification required:* 1. BLISc/MLISc (preferably MLISc). 2. Computer Knowledge. The selection will be based on practical test and interview. Stipend: *Rs. 9000/- *per month. Training period: *1 year*. Those who are interested may attend the walk-in-interview and practical test with all original certificates on *20th September, 2013 at 10am* at the Central University Office at Nayanmarmoola, Vidyanagar, Kasaragod. Contact Phone No. 04994- 255533 Regards, -- Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai *MA; MLISc; PGDEC; PGDCA; DCHN; NET; PhD.* Assistant Librarian & Publication Officer Co-ordinator, NMEICT Nodal Officer, Higher Education Survey Associate Editor, CUK Newsletter Central University of Kerala Vidyanagar P.O. Kasargod, Kerala, India Mob: 09447468586 Blog: www.dineshkoovakkai.blogspot.com Visit our library website at: www.universitylibrarycuk.yolasite.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Walk-in-Interview for the posts of Librarian, Asst. Librarian & Library Assistant at Seshadripuram Institutions, Bangalore.
by Sri Ramchandra Madar 04 Sep '13

04 Sep '13

SESHADRIPURAM INSTITUTIONS, 27, Nagappa Street, Seshadripuram, Bangalore-560020. Phone: 080-22955350. REQUIRES: I) Librarian: - MLISc from a recognized University. - Minimum 03 years experience in a college / University library. - Basic skills in using computer and software packages for library automation and networking. II) Asst. Librarian: - Degree in Library and Information Science from a recognized University. - Knowledge of using computer and library software for automation and networking. - Minimum 02 year working experience in and academic Library. III) Library Assistant: - Diploma course offered by the Board of Technical Education. - Basic knowledge of using computers in library working System. WALK-IN-INTERVIEW: On Thursday the 12th September,2013 at 10:00 PM. Eligible candidates may attend interview at Seshadripuram Campus along with, 1) Handwritten application, 2) Copies of certificates and Testimonials. Regards, Ramchandra Madar ( B.A., M.L.I.Sc.) Librarian, Roohi college of Nursing, Bangalore. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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INVITATION FOR REGISTRATION: Classification & Visualization, The Hague, 24-25 October 2013
by Aida Slavic 03 Sep '13

03 Sep '13

*Apologies for cross-posting* === INVITATION FOR REGISTRATION === International UDC Seminar 2013 entitled "Classification & Visualization: Interfaces to Knowledge" will take place on Thursday 24 - Friday 25 October in the National Library of the Netherlands (Koninklijke Bibliotheek), The Hague Conference website: http://seminar.udcc.org/2013. The objective of this conference is to explore cutting edge advances and techniques in the visualization of knowledge across various fields of application and their potential impact on developments in the more main stream bibliographic and documentary classifications. The conference will be opened by Prof. W. Boyd Rayward, well-known historian of the international organization of knowledge and the history of documentation and information science. His keynote address will set the scene for discussions on models and metaphors of knowledge and information visualization that bridge historical and technological perspectives. A series of eminent speakers will follow: Lev Manovich, Kathryn La Barre, Fabrice Papy, Marcel Worring, Luca Rosati, Andrea Resmini, Scott Weingart, Richard Smiraglia, Charles van den Heuvel, Andrea Scharnhorst etc. To learn more about conference programme and to register go to the conference website http://seminar.udcc.org/2013 Registration closes on 15 October 2013: EUR220 regular fee, students EUR180 Contact: seminar2013(a)udcc.org About the organizer: Classification & Visualization is the fourth biennial conference in a series of International UDC Seminars organized by the Universal Decimal Classification Consortium (UDC Consortium). We look forward to seeing you in October. =========================== -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invite to Contribute Paper
by Sunil MV 03 Sep '13

03 Sep '13

Dear All, This is to update on the UGC sponsored 2-Day National Seminar on Emerging Trends in E-Resource Management and Services<http://www.teresiancollege.com/nationalseminar2013/index.html>to be held on September 27 & 28, 2013 at Teresian College, Mysore. We are pleased to invite you to the National Seminar and to contribute article for presentation. *The last date for submission of article is extended to September 20, 2013*. The accepted papers will be published as edited seminar volume with* ISBN 978-93-83302-01-7*. For more details please visit the seminar webpagehttp://www.teresiancollege.com/nationalseminar2013/index.html . For themes of the Seminar please visit the following link http://www.teresiancollege.com/nationalseminar2013/themes.html We wish to inform you that Dr.. Mallinath Kumbar, Professor, Department of Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, Mysore has accepted our Invitation to be the Seminar Director and Dr. C.P. Ramasesh, Librarian, Mysore University Library, University of Mysore, Mysore, to be the Rapporteur of the Seminar. For accommodation and clarification about the registration please feel free to contact Smt. P. Rukminamma, Organizing Secretary @ Mobile: 9902317763 and Email: mysoreseminar2013(a)gmail.com. Regarding paper submission you can reach me at Mobile: 9986439832. This is for your information and request to contribute article for the seminar. With regards, -- *Please consider your environmental responsibility before printing this e-mail* Dr. Sunil M.V. Librarian SDM Institute for Management Development No. 1, Chamundi Hill Main Road, Siddharthanagar Post Mysore - 570 011, INDIA -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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SoFerence 2013: Last date for full paper Submission - Oct 5, 2013, Registration - Oct 10, 2013 and Acceptance of paper for stage presentation - Oct 15, 2013
by Nagappa B 03 Sep '13

03 Sep '13

SoFerence 2013: a place to do something unique & different than others Dear Professional Friends, Sharing knowledge with others will give you an opportunity to enhance your knowledge base. Wish to publish a quality paper? Wish to do something unique & different than others? Wish to get an opportunity to exhibit your hidden talent? Wish to convert your tacit knowledge into explicit Knowledge? Then, SoFerence 2013 is the best place to find the answer to your above questions with quality output. SoFerence: A National Level Social Conference on Failures, Learnings, Case Studies Best Practices, and Success Stories in Library & Information Science and related areas… Organized by: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Bangalore in collaboration with Karnataka State Library Association (KALA), Bangalore on October 19-20, 2013 @ Bangalore. Objectives: ü To create an environment for LIS professionals to come together and share their experiences. ü To discuss on the failures, Learnings, success stories, best practices, recent trends, etc. in LIS & related fields. ü To enhance the competencies of LIS professionals to meet the needs of the changing environment. Theme: v Case Studies on Failures, Learnings, Process Improvements, New Initiatives, Best Practices, Success Stories, Current Awareness Services, Information Retrieval & Repackaging Query Handling, Librarian as SME, Application of ICT/LMS, Marketing of Info Products, HRM, etc.* v Surveys on Users Satisfaction, Use of eBooks / Journals, Job Satisfaction, Career Growth, New Opportunities, etc.* v Classroom Teaching v/s Internship in LIS, Soft Skills, Professionalism, Recent Trends, Future of Libraries, etc.* * Specific to LIS and related areas. Call for Papers: Unpublished and original papers on the above theme are invited. Only Top quality papers will be accepted after thorough plagiarism check for stage presentation. Further, based on the participant's feedback and editorial advice, papers will be selected for the publication in SoFerence Proceedings (to be published after the event as a book with ISBN). Authors to follow the below guidelines, otherwise paper may not be considered for presentation: Ø Unpublished and original papers should be - in .doc format - in single-spaced, - A4 page size, - Times New Roman 12 font size, - between 4-10pages and - APA reference style Ø Scanned copy of Copyright Declaration letter (with the details of theme, title, author, etc.) duly signed by the author(s) should be sent along with the paper. Ø Paper should have Title, Author(s) Name, Organization Address, Tel. No., E-mail id, etc. Ø Registration is mandatory for authors as well as participants. Ø The full paper should be sent to: soference(a)gmail.com Who Can Participate? LIS Professionals, Students, Research Scholars, Content Managers, Information Managers, Publishers, ECM and KM Professionals, Academicians and others. Important Dates: October 5, 2013: Full paper Submission October 10, 2013: Registration Closes October 15, 2013: Acceptance for stage presentation Registration Fee*: - Working Professionals: Rs. 1500/- - Students & Retired Professionals: Rs. 1200/- *Includes SoFerence kit, Tea/Coffee, Snacks, Lunch and SoFerence Proceedings (to be sent after publication). #Registration is limited to 200 seats only (Including authors on first come, first serve basis). Payment: The completed registration form (download from https://sites.google.com/site/soference) along with the registration fee in the form of Cheque/DD in favour of "Karnataka State Library Association ", payable at Bangalore should send to: Registration Committee-SoFerence 2013, C/o Information Resource Centre, LCenter, Tata Consultancy Services, Near Vydehi Hospital, Plot No.78, 79 & 83, EPIP Industrial Area, Whitefield, Bangalore - 560066, Karnataka, India. More details available @ https://sites.google.com/site/soference Email: soference(a)gmail.com Tel. +91 80 67251330/1/475 OR +91 7760505296 Download: SoFerence 2013 Brochure: https://sites.google.com/site/soference/SoFerence%202013_Brochure%20Portrai… SoFerence 2013 Registration Form: https://sites.google.com/site/soference/SoFerence%202013_Registration%20For… You may wish to visit and see the SoFerence 2011 Report: https://sites.google.com/site/soference/SoFerence%202011%20-%20Report.pdf With Best Regards Dr. Nagappa B. 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Recruitment at Shivaji University, Kolhapur
by Prakash Bilawar 03 Sep '13

03 Sep '13

Dear Moderator, Kindly host the information as given below- One post of Professor in Library and Information Science at Department of Library and Information Science and One post of Deputy Librarian at B.B.K.Library is going to fill at Shivaji University Kolhapur, Maharashtra. Kindly see the link for more details- http://www.unishivaji.ac.in/recruitments.htm With best wishes. With Regards Mr.Prakash B.Bilawar Assistant Librarian Barr.Balasaheb Khardekar Library Shivaji University Vidyanagar Kolhapur-416 004, India Phone : +91-231-2609421 E-mail: prakashbilawar(a)rediffmail.com, pbb_lib(a)unishivaji.ac.in URL : http://www.unishivaji.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Librarians' Day
by rabinarayan mishra 03 Sep '13

03 Sep '13

sir, Kindly find attached herewith a report on the observance of Librarians' Day at Dept. of Lib. & Inf. Science, Mizoram University, Aizawl. I could not send the report due to non-availability of internet. This may be submitted in LIS-Forum for information of all. Dr. R N Mishra Celebration of Librarians Day in Department of Library and Information Science, Mizoram University, Aizawl The Department of Library and Information Science, Mizoram University, Aizawl observed the Librarians’ Day on 12th Aug., 2013 to commemorate the Birthday of Dr. S. R. Ranganathan, Father of Library Science with a flower tribute under the banner of IASLIC, Kolkota. The programme commenced in the August presence of Prof. R. K. Burman, DLIS, Guwahati University, Prof. P.K. Rath, Prof. R. K. Ngurtinkhuma, Dr. R. N. Mishra, Dr. Akhandanand Shukla, and Mr. Amit Kumar amidst a gathering of more than 40 students of MLIS, M.Phil. and Ph.D. Dr. Mishra highlighted the contribution of Dr. S. R. Ranganathan followed by a brief speech by Prof. P. K. Rath, who spoke on the significance of the Librarians’ Day. Prof. R. K. Burman, an admirer of Ranganathan’s Philosophy highlighted the significant contributions of Dr. S. R. Ranganathan in Library Science. He justified the profession of librarianship on the philosophy of Dr. S. R. Ranganathan. The students of MLIS, M.Phil and Ph.D. also delivered short speech on Dr. Ranganathan. Prof. R. K. Ngurtinkhuma, Head of the Department in his concluding remarks pointed out relevant issues of the profession. The programme concluded with the vote of thanks offered by Dr. Akhandanand Shukla -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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LIBRARIES ISSUE REPORT ON GLOBAL INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT
by Ragaavendra R 03 Sep '13

03 Sep '13

Dear Moderator kindly circulate. LIBRARIES ISSUE REPORT ON GLOBAL INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) has issued a report analysing emerging trends in today's global information environment. Against the background of a fast-changing information ecosystem, the IFLA Trend Report, conceived as a dynamic online platform instead of a static document, identifies five emerging trends in the fields of access to information, online education, privacy and data protection, hyper-connected societies and new technologies. An "insights paper," titled "Riding the Waves or Caught in the Tide? Insights form the IFLA Trend Report," was launched at the World Library and information Congress in Singapore on 19 August as a way to summarise the findings contained in the Trend Report website. According to IFLA, the development of new technologies will expand access to information for those that are familiar with digital tools, while people lacking digital literacy will experience additional access barriers. At the same time, online education will increase learning opportunities, and expanding data sets held by governments and companies may have significant consequences for individual privacy. In addition, hyper-connected societies will ease the coordination of collective actions, empowering non-state actors at the expense of traditional political parties. Finally, new technologies will redefine existing business models and transform the global information economy, IFLA said. Additional resources and a compilation of past contributions to the IFLA Trend Report online platform can be found here. REFERENCE LINK: http://www.ip-watch.org/2013/08/30/libraries-issue-report-on-global-informa… Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and may not represent those of the Company or bind the Company. Any commitments made over e-mail are not financially binding on the company unless accompanied or followed by a valid purchase order. This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by Mail Scanner, and is believed to be clean. The Company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.jubl.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IASLIC Foundation Day 2013
by IASLIC Kolkata 02 Sep '13

02 Sep '13

Dear Sir/Madam You are aware that 3rd September is an important date for IASLIC family. On this auspicious day of 1955, IASLIC was established as non-profit National professional body. Thus, the EC of IASLIC decided to observe the Foundation Day with a requests you all to observe the Foundation day of IASLIC. Let us join hands together on the eve of this auspicious day to strengthen IASLIC family - our Association. IASLIC Foundation Day ceremony will be observed on *Tuesday, the 3rd September, 2013* at 6:00 pm in the IASLIC office. Dr K K Kachukoshi, Former Librarian, Central Reference Library has kindly given his consent to talk on *Multilingual Approaches in INB : Problems and Possible Solutions.* on this occasion. You are cordially invited to the event. In case you are not in a position to attend, we request you to make it convenient to celebrate IASLIC Foundation Day 2013 at your place. You are also requested to send the report immediately so that we can include in our IASLIC Newsletter. With warm and personal regards -- * **Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi*, Hony General Secretary, IASLIC, P-291, CIT Scheme No. 6M, Kankurgachi, Kolkata - 700054 iaslic(a)vsnl.net or iaslic.india(a)gmail.com www.iaslic1955.org.in *Join IASLIC, Contribute to IASLIC, Strengthen IASLIC* * * -- * **Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi*, Hony General Secretary, IASLIC, P-291, CIT Scheme No. 6M, Kankurgachi, Kolkata - 700054 iaslic(a)vsnl.net or iaslic.india(a)gmail.com www.iaslic1955.org.in *Join IASLIC, Contribute to IASLIC, Strengthen IASLIC* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Citation Stacking
by Dinesh Siddaiah 02 Sep '13

02 Sep '13

Dear Friends, Citation stacking is another threat to scholarly world. The recent revelation of Thomson Reuters on Citation stacking and article published in the latest issue of "Nature" unveiled the another face of publishing world. I think it is an useful article and our responsibility of creating awareness among the scholarly information user is increasing. Please go through the full-text article @ http://www.nature.com/news/brazilian-citation-scheme-outed-1.13604 Thanking you and Best Regards, -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. Deputy Librarian, Central Library, Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, Nangal Road, Rupnagar, Punjab - 140 001. Email: dinesh(a)iitrpr.ac.in dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com Phone: 01881 - 242134 (O) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Articles invited for Journal of Knowledge and Communication Management (JKCM) Vol.3 No.2
by Shibu.K.M 31 Aug '13

31 Aug '13

Dear Sir/Madam Original research papers are invited for the Journal of Knowledge and Communication Management (JKCM) Vol. 3 No. 2. JKCM is a peer-reviewed half yearly journal which captures the latest pertaining information and disseminates both theoretical and practical information on knowledge and communication management and serves as a common platform for the discussion. The journal is dedicated to the exchange of the latest academic output and practical information on all aspects of managing knowledge. The journal publishes original research and case studies by academic, business and government contributors on strategies, tools, techniques, technologies and best practices in knowledge and communication management. The focus of this journal is on the identification of innovative Knowledge Management strategies and the application of theoretical concepts to real-world situations. This is a broad-based journal, covering all branches of knowledge and communication of information. It also publishes interdisciplinary research works. *Coverage * The scope of the Journal is broadly knowledge and communication management, surrounding all of the academic and professional disciplines which deal with recorded information. The areas of include, but are certainly not limited to: * Knowledge innovations and dissemination management Knowledge Management -case studies and best practices. Knowledge Management -strategies and models. Knowledge sharing in collaborative work environments Knowledge Management in libraries and information centers Knowledge Management in public sectors * New Media and E-Society in Knowledge management environment Digitization, heterogeneity and convergence Interactivity and virtuality Innovation, identity and the global village syndrome * Knowledge and Communication Structures Knowledge and Communication Strategies Knowledge engineering Integrating learning and knowledge infrastructure Internal and workforce communications Communication and organizational culture Knowledge organization, taxonomies and ontology Corporate communications KM and disaster management * Knowledge communication and Information Systems Knowledge Sharing Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Intelligent Systems IS Security Issues Mobile Applications Multimedia Applications Software Requirements and IS Architectures Wireless Communications * E-Society and digital communication divide Social & Political Aspects of KM Social Integration Social Book marking retention Social Software E-Democracy * Information Management Computer-Mediated Communication Content Development Cyber law and Intellectual Property Data Mining Human Computer Interaction Information Search and Retrieval Social and Organizational Aspects Virtual Communities * Digital services in E-society Service Broadcasting Political Reporting Freedom of Expression * Information Technology and Knowledge and Communication Knowledge Innovation Networks Digital Libraries Open Source Software Open access Social Networking *Author Guidelines* General Instructions for Authors:- Authors wishing to make a submission to the journal may note the following: Electronic submission of manuscripts is strongly encouraged. One copy of the paper, in MS word format, should be submitted as e-mail attachment to the chief editor at editorjkcm(a)gmail.com on or before 20 September 2013. By submission of a manuscript an author certifies that the work is original and neither has been previously published nor is currently under consideration for publication elsewhere. Every paper submitted to the journal will be blind-reviewed by members of the editorial board or qualified outside reviewers. On the recommendation of reviewers, a paper may be accepted, revised or rejected. The length of the contributions should be in the range of 4000-7000 words normally. Manuscripts should be written in English, typed double spaced, with ample margins and bear the title of the contribution. A brief autobiographical note of the author and co-authors, if any, should be supplied, including full name(s), position(s) held and name(s) of employing organization(s), address, E-Mail address and telephone/fax numbers. The papers must include an informative and completely self-explanatory abstract, 3 to 5 keywords and proper bibliographic references using Harvard Style of Referencing. Tables and illustrations should be given in on eye-legible size on separate sheets. They are to be numbered and fitted with concise, but self-explanatory captions. The location of each table or figure in the text should be specified at the appropriate place. Authors submitting articles for publication must warrant that their work is not an infringement of any existing copyright. Papers and published contributions become the legal copyright of the publisher unless otherwise agreed. Contributor(s) will be responsible for all views and opinions expressed by them in their papers. Neither the editor nor the publisher can accept any responsibility in this regard. The Editor reserves the right to reject papers that, in the view of the editorial board, either are of insufficient quality, or are irrelevant to the subject area. Editorial Board *Chief Editor: * Dr. Naushad Ali P.M Chairman, Department of Library and Information Science Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh *Executive Editors:* 1. Prof. Jean Louis Ermine, France 2. Prof. Gabriel Gomez, USA Please visit the following link for the latest issue of the journal. http://www.indianjournals.com/ijor.aspx?target=ijor:jkcm&volume=3&issue=1&t… Thanks and regards Shibu K M Assistant Librarian Pondicherry University Puducherry 605014 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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