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Dr. Francis Jayakanth won the first international EPT annual award - Congratulations!
by Madhan, M (ICRISAT-IN) 02 Jan '12

02 Jan '12

Dr Francis: We are all so proud of you. Congratulations! The Electronic Publishing Trust for Development is pleased to announce the winners of a new annual award to be made to individuals working in developing countries who have made a significant personal contribution to advancing the cause of open access (OA) and the free exchange of research findings. We received 30 proposals from organisations in 17 developing countries on four continents, naming individuals who have worked hard to promote OA and who have achieved substantial progress. The selection of a single winner was extremely difficult as we received nominations for so many individuals who have made impressive strides by any or all of the following means: * establishing OA institutional repositories; * setting up or encouraging conversion to OA journals; * achieving establishment of OA mandates requiring research to be OA on publication, or other policy developments; * advocating OA via seminars, publications, workshops, videos; * training others in the technology of setting up IRs; * preparing and establishing e-learning projects; * working towards the acceptance of Creative Commons licensing arrangements for research publications; * developing software for use in OA practices. Because of the high standard of the applicants, we have decided to name a single winner, but also to recognise three other individuals who were very close runners-up. All will receive a certificate and the winner will receive in addition an engraved plaque in the next few weeks. We are very happy to announce that the winner of the inaugural award is Dr. Francis Jayakanth of the National Centre for Science Information, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India. Dr Jayakanth played a significant role in the establishment of India's first institutional repository (IR) (http://eprints.iisc.ernet.in<http://crm.cis-india.org/administrator/components/com_civicrm/civicrm/exter…>). He now manages the IR and has provided technical support for establishing IRs in many other universities and institutes in India. He has been the key resource person at many events to train people in setting up IRs and OA journals. He has delivered presentations on IRs, OA journals, the OAI protocol, OAI compliance, and the benefits of OA to authors and institutions and the role of libraries. He has developed a free and open source software tool (CDSOAI), which is widely used. The Indian Institute of Science is the most prestigious institute in India and its IR now holds >31,400 records, making the century-old institute's research far more globally visible than before. The University Grants Commission in India has been impressed by the IISC's IR and has directed all universities in India to replicate this effort. Dr. Francis Jayakanth can indeed be considered an OA 'renaissance man', an advocate and technical expert in all aspect of OA development and an inspiration to all, both at the research and policy level. The EPT is proud to congratulate Dr. Jayakanth as our first Award winner. We believe this Award and the example of our first winner will inspire many others and lead to similarly impressive nominations in 2012. The runners-up for this award were (in alphabetical order): * Ina Smith, University of Stellenbosch, South Africa; * Tatyan Zayseva, Khazar University, Azerbaijan; * Xiaolin Zhang, National Science Library, Chinese Academy of Sciences. The EPT wishes to congratulate them and all who have been proposed, since without exception they have made a significant personal contribution to the sharing of research findings across the world. We will be sharing some of their stories and successes on our blog over the next few weeks. -- Madhan, M Manager, Library and Information Services International Crops Research Institute for Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) Patancheru, Hyderabad India www.icrisat.org<http://www.icrisat.org/> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Librarian Lords Universal College Malad - Mumbai, Maharashtra
by kamlesh hilal 31 Dec '11

31 Dec '11

*Librarian* Lords Universal College Malad - Mumbai, Maharashtra <http://www.indeed.co.in/rc/clk?jk=a0e82c3c49c6435c&from=vj&grandfrom=ja&tk=…> *Qualifications:* MLisc/MLib *Experience:* Min 2 yrs *Basic Job Description:* - Book Ordering, Classification, Cataloging - Entering Bibliographical Details of Books and Journals in LibSys - Arranging and Shelving of Books/Journals - Provide circulation and reference services, including research on the Internet and various Databases. - Maintenance of the library’s collection of books, serial publications,documentation, and audio visual and other material. - Furnishing information on library’s activities, facilities rules and services. - Process and maintain magazine and Newspaper collection. - Command over spoken and written English essential *Add.* Lords Universal College Opp Railway Station, Malad East Mumbai 400097 Tel: +91 22 28808552 http://www.lordsuniversal.edu.in/start.html Thanks (¨`·.·´¨) Always `·.¸ (¨`·.·´¨) Keep (¨`·.·´¨)¸.·´ Smiling! `·.¸.·´ Kamlesh B. Hilal B.R.Harne College of Engineering & Technology Wangani (W) 421503 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : kamleshhilal24(a)gmail.com : http://kamleshhilal.blogspot.com : http://www.slideshare.net/kamleshhilal/online-buying-for-librarians. Mob : 9322735397 /// 9833787311. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Use of Web Citations by LIS Professionals: An Online Survey
by prithvi raj 29 Dec '11

29 Dec '11

Dear Sir/Madam, I am Prithvi Raj K R working as a research scholar in the Dept of Library and Inforamtion Science, Kuvempu University, Karnataka. I have chosen a research topic entitled "Use of Web citations by LIS Professionals: A Survey". Please could you spare a few minutes of your time to complete our survey. If you have already responded to my earlier mail please ignore this. Otherwise kindly treat this mail as my *personal request *and respond as early as possible and facilitate to compiled my researsh report. To participate please click the link below or copy it into your web browser * http://kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?surveyID=ICJLIG_c2ec341c&u=webcita… *<http://kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?surveyID=ICJLIG_c2ec341c&u=webcita…> * * -- Thank you "We cannot change yesterday, and we cannot predict tomorrow, but we can live today. So be alive. Never let one day pass by without a smile" (¨`•.•´¨) Always `•.¸(¨`•.•´¨) Keep (¨`•.•´¨)¸.•´ Smiling! `•.¸.•´ ============================== K.R.Prithviraj Research Scholar Dept. of Library and Inf. Sci. Kuvempu University, Jnana Sahyadri-577451, Shivamogga. Karnataka, INDIA -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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implementing Compactus® Power3 technology to IIPM library - reg
by IIPM-Library 29 Dec '11

29 Dec '11

Dear library professional colleagues; We would like to implement Compactus® Power3 technology to our institute library to provide the qualitative information services to our user community and as well as providing well security to the learning resources. This technology is being brought out by Dexion Asia Sdn. Bhd., Malaysia. Seksyen 13, 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor Malaysia Frank Johnstone, MR2-01-01 Sri Acappella Commercial Annex No 1 Jalan Lompat Tinggi 13/33 Seksyen 13, 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor MalaysiaTel. +603 5511 1688 http://www.kasten-storage.com/Products/Mobile-Shelving/Compactus-Power/ We would like to know the vendors details of Compactus® Power3 technology in INDIA. We are also interested to know if any libraries have implemented this technology. We are definitely interested to know about its merits and limitations. We look forwarded to your valuable advise and communications, which will help us in a long way in putting all out efforts in implementing Compactus® Power3 technology to our institute library. Thanking you With regards Mr. Madhu K.N. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Asst. Librarian Indian Institute of Plantation Management (IIPM) (An Autonomous Organization Promoted by Ministry of Commerce & Industry - GOI) Jnana Bharthi Campus, Mallathalli Post, Bangalore - 560 056 Mobile No. 09916436565, Ph- (O) 080-23213515 Fax: 91-80-23212775, E-mail: library_iipm(a)vsnl.net 6Madhu(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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Article Request
by Obaiah B 29 Dec '11

29 Dec '11

Dear Members, One of our researcher in urgent need of fallowing article. If any one has access to this paper could you please send me a copy of it. *Citation: *Roa-García, M. C., S. Brown, H. Schreier, and L. M. Lavkulich ( 2011), The role of land use and soils in regulating water flow in small headwater catchments of the Andes, *Water Resour. Res.*, 47, W05510, doi:10.1029/2010WR009582. Thanks & Regards Obaiah ATREE -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Librarian Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital and Research Centre - Pune, Maharashtra
by kamlesh hilal 29 Dec '11

29 Dec '11

Librarian, Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital and Research Centre*Posted: 26-Dec-2011* Job Details - *Area of Work**Library Management* - *Industry**Education / Training* - *Location**Pune* - *Experience**1 - 3 Yrs * *Add.* *Deenanath mangeshkar Hospital,Pune* * Postal Address : * Erandawne, Pune 411 004. India *Telephone :* +91 20 40151000 / 66023000 (Mutiple Lines ) *Fax :* +91 20 25420104 * Email : * info(a)dmhospital.org jpmt(a)vsnl.com * Website : * www.dmhospital.org -- Thanks (¨`·.·´¨) Always `·.¸ (¨`·.·´¨) Keep (¨`·.·´¨)¸.·´ Smiling! `·.¸.·´ Kamlesh B. Hilal B.R.Harne College of Engineering & Technology Wangani (W) 421503 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : kamleshhilal24(a)gmail.com : http://kamleshhilal.blogspot.com : http://www.slideshare.net/kamleshhilal/online-buying-for-librarians. Mob : 9322735397 /// 9833787311. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Application of Sixsigma in Library Management .
by Suresh Natesan 28 Dec '11

28 Dec '11

Dear Professionals . Sixsigma application in library management is hot topic in to day library field. Even last NET exam also asking this question .The following link provide you detailed study of application of sixsigma in Library management. http://www.librariansinfo.blogspot.com/ -- N.SURESH M.Com.,M.L.I.Sc.,(NET).,M.Phil. Assistant Librarian and Information officer. Anna Centenary Library, Chennai-85 9788530304 http://iamnsuresh.blogspot.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Survey of women in senior academic positions
by Perin Marolia 28 Dec '11

28 Dec '11

Dear Friends, A survey is being conducted by Prof. Harsha Parekh, retired University Librarian, SNDT Women's University, and myself, on the *attitudes towards women in senior academic positions* in institutions in higher education. We are attaching a questionnaire and request all Librarians in Institutions of Higher Education (i.e. Universities, Colleges and other Higher Education Insitutions) to respond to it. *We request all lady respondents to answer all the questions, while men respondents should skip question 2. *Kindly click on the following link to access the questionnaire*: *http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/F82J8JC We look forward to your early response. With thanks and regards, Prof. Harsha Parekh and Dr. Perin Marolia NID Cell, UGC Project on Capacity Building of Women managers -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC-JRF grants-some doubts
by jasim s 27 Dec '11

27 Dec '11

Dear colleagues I went to Kerala University UGC-JRF-grants section to enquire about full time research in LIS.I told the section clerk that i wish to join for full time research by availing 3 year leave without allowance .As i am a permanent employee now in MG university ,i need to take leave without allowance for doing full time research.The section clerk told me that i can register as a full time research scholar,but cannot avail JRF grants from UGC.He opines that grants are only meant for the unemployed,and none was given fellowship in Kerala university who availed leave without allowance or none did full time research after getting leave without allowance..He further said that if i want to get grants under JRF scheme ,i should go to UGC and obtain permission to avail JRF grants.He advised me to go through UGC X1 five year plan document to get more information regarding this!!! i wish to get advice from LIS-FORUM members 1)is there any norms from UGC prohibiting in availing JRF grants(full time research) for employed persons even if they took leave without allowance from their current service? i expect a speedy reply Jasimudeen.s Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam Kerala -- Jasimudeen.s *Life is like a document:what matter is how good it is ,not how long it is"* * * *"Be in touch,I am just a mail away not a mile away"..* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Assistant Library & Information Officer jobs at National Library 2011
by Subhodip Bid 27 Dec '11

27 Dec '11

Assistant Library & Information Officer jobs at National Library 2011 *Location:* Kolkata Last Date: 21 February 2012 No. of Positions: 01 Pay Scale: (PB-2) Rs. 9300 - 34800 + Grade Pay Rs. 4600/- Applications are invited for the following post : Assistant Library & Information Officer (Reprography) Eligibility Conditions: 1) Bachelors Degree OR equivalent with Physics and Chemistry as Subject 2) 1) Bachelors Degree OR equivalent in Library Science 3) 2 Year experience in Rediography including Preservation and Printing Techniques or 2 Years experience in Microphotography and Photo-Duplication work in a recognised Library. How To Apply: *For More See Employment News 24-30 Dec 2011 * -- SUBHODIP BID M.Sc,M.L.I.S, AIS Information Professional National Library, Kolkata -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy @ Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh))
by Veeru 27 Dec '11

27 Dec '11

Dear Professionals, *Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University)* * Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh* * Rolling Faculty/ Non-Faculty vacancy (no last date)* Applications on prescribed format are invited from the eligible candidates for the following faculty and non-faculty positions: * * *1.Library Assistant (08) Pay Scale: - 5200- 20200/- GP 2000/-. Age Limit:- Between 18 and 27 years Minimum Qualifications: 1. Graduate/Post Graduate from a recognized University. 2. Passed Bachelor Degree in Library Science or one year Diploma in Library Science. 3. Knowledge of Computers. * How to Apply : Duly filled-in applications in the prescribed format may reach the Registrar, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur (CG) throughout the year by registered/ Speed post. Please visit *http://www.ggu.ac.in/download/Recruitment/Eligibility.pdf<http://www.ggu.ac.in/Recruitments.html> * *http://www.ggu.ac.in/download/Recruitment/Application30.11.11.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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reply:Suspected Leak of UGC -NET Question Paper
by jasim s 27 Dec '11

27 Dec '11

Dear friends What actually happened at CUSAT UGC-NET exam centre for LIS is clear now.The exam Co-ordinator of that centre revealed the incidents occured to some media persons in Kerala.The centre has not received question paper for LIS in time.He says that, may be it is because of the leave days before the christmas holidays.They got initimation from UGC to take photocopies of questions of LIS to distribute to candidates.They did it.thats all.see the malayalam newspaper story in this regard: http://www.madhyamam.com/epaper/epapermain.php?view=thumb&page=12&mode=sing… NB: dont ask CUSAT authorities the following questions.They wont answer to that questions. :) 1)when they took photocopies of LIS second and third paper. 2)when they found that question paper bundle for LIS alone lacks 3) when they informed UGC that LIS question paper bundle not received 4)when intimation from UGC received to CUSAT authorities to take photocopies of question papers 5)afterall,why only for LIS ,this photocopy-bundle missing happened. I agree to mithun's opinion in this regard who wrote exam in that centre that an investigation should be done in this matter. Jasimudeen.s Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam -- Jasimudeen.s *Life is like a document:what matter is how good it is ,not how long it is"* * * *"Be in touch,I am just a mail away not a mile away"..* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Know how you fared in NET, instantly
by Gurpreet singh 26 Dec '11

26 Dec '11

*Good News for ALL LIS Professionals* Students appearing for the National Eligibility Test (NET), 2012 will be able to evaluate their performance immediately after appearing for the much-simplified test. The University Grants Commission (UGC), which conducts the test for around 2.5 lakh students twice a year, on Thursday decided that candidates can take carbon prints of their optical reader answer sheets with them. This will enable students to know instantly how they have fared in the test, said UGC chairperson Ved Prakash. In another decision, the UGC has decided that all the question papers for the test will be objective type. Till now, two papers were objective and the third one subjective. This has led to delay in declaration of the results, sometimes forcing students to appear again. Students had earlier expressed their unhappiness over evaluation in the subjective type paper. Now, we will be able to declare the results much before next NET and to the satisfaction of students, Prakash said. The format will be applicable for the June 2012 exam and results will be announced by October before the next exam in December 2012. Only those who clear the NET are eligible for junior research fellowship and for appointment in colleges and universities. *Source HT 24-12-2011* *Gurpreet Sin**gh Libraries' In-Charge CT Group of Institutions Vill - Shahpur, P.O. - Udopur Via Jamsher Khas* *Jalandhar-144020 Punjab (India) Phone No.* +91-181-2995967/68 +91-181-5055125/26/27 Ext Library 219 ** email:- gpslibrarian(a)gmail.com ** ctlibrarian(a)gmail.com* *Website:- http://www.ctgroup.in **Click here for Library blog <http://ctiemtlibrary.blogspot.com/>* *Join LISPP "A Virtual Community of Library and Information Science Professionals of Punjab" <http://lispp.blogspot.com/>* ** <http://lispp.blogspot.com/> <http://goog_270314819/>**** -- 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 Mahesh Moolya 26 Dec '11

26 Dec '11

Dear Professionals, If any library holds below mention article. Please send me. Multimodality Imaging of Neoplastic and Nonneoplastic Solid Lesions of the PancreasRadiographics July-August 201131:993-1015; Mahesh Moolya Jr. Librarian K S Hegde Medical Academy Dearalakatte Mangalore 575 018 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Suspected Leak of UGC -NET Question Paper -Dec 2011
by mithun raj 26 Dec '11

26 Dec '11

Dear friends, I wrote UGC-NET exam, Dec 2011 in LIS at Vidyadhiraja Vidya Bhavan, Aluva, Kerala conducted under Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT). We were shocked to find that question booklets for Paper 2 and Paper 3 were duplicates of an original booklet. Instead of the coloured normal seal it beared a plain white sticker. So the seriel no of the booklet was same for all the candiates in LIS who wrote exam at this centre. The booklets of Paper 1 (General) and Paper 2 and 3 for other subjects were not faulty. When canditates raised objection, we were told to finish the exam and register a complaint afterwards. Candidates have given a written complaint to the UGC NET exam co-ordinator of CUSAT. A copy will be sent to UGC also. Some Malayalam channels reported the incident. The unverified information we got from different sources tell CUSAT does not recieved question booklets from UGC on time. Later on a copy was faxed from UGC to CUSAT and they photocopied the entire thing. If this is true, the questions of an important national exam were exposed to different people much before the exam. If CUSAT did not recieved the original booklets from UGC, then where it went missing? An inquiry should be made immedietly into this matter and the exam should be cancelled. On behalf of candidates who wrote exam at CUSAT centre, I register strong protest aganist the mismanagement of UGC NET -2011 and making a mockery of the candidates who wrote the exam all over India. -- Mithun Raj M. Scientific Assistant (Library) Indian Statistical Institute, Chennai Centre Library SETS Building, MGR Knowledge City, CIT Campus Taramani, Chennai- 683110 Mobile: +919379916419 Alt id: librarian.isic(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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Call for Papers: PLANNER 2012: Promotion of Library Automation and Networking in North East Region
by Dinesh Ranjan 26 Dec '11

26 Dec '11

*Sorry for crossposting* *Call for Papers* *PLANNER 2012: Promotion of Library Automation and Networking in North East Region* *Venue & Date:* Sikkim University Gangtok Sikkim March 1-3, 2012 The PLANNER 2012 is being organized during March 1-3, 2012 jointly by INFLIBNET Centre Ahmedabad and Sikkim University Gangtok. The theme of the Convention is “Building Participatory Library Services in Digital Era." This convention will provide a forum to LIS professionals to discuss and interact on the new challenges & dynamism for re-defining the Library and Information Services to meet the demands of the end users in the digital era. *Theme: Building Participatory Library Services in Digital Era* *Subtheme 1: Participatory Web Tools * - Web 2.0 and Library 2.0 - Social Networks - Mashups - Tagging & Social Bookmarking - Semantic Web - Technology Trends for and beyond 2.0 - From OPACs to Discovery tools *Subtheme 2 : Academic Libraries in Participatory age* - Participatory Librarianship Approach - Collective Intelligence and Collaborative Publishing - Library as Facilitators for Conversation and Interaction - Institutional Repositories - Open Journal/book and other Content Management Systems - Virtual Reference Services and Community Involvement - Digital collections - Building the Participatory Librarianship. *Subtheme 3 : Building Infrastructure of Participation* - Federated search and Discovery Services - Cloud Computing - Collaborative Access Management, Open ID - Case studies and best practices In view of your experienced and valuable professional contribution, we invite you to submit a paper for conference. We solicit your experienced and valuable contribution for the successful organization of this mega event. Further information Please visit http://www.inflibnet.ac.in/planner2012 I*mportant dates* Submission of full papers: December 31 2012 Date of Registration: Frebruary 15, 2012 *Further details, please contact: * Mr Ashok Kumar Rai Convener, PLANNER 2012 INFLIBNET Centre (An IUC Of UGC) Nr Gujarat University Guest House Navarangpura Ahmedabad-38009 email:planner2012@inflibnet.ac.in -- Dinesh Ranjan Pradhan Scientific Technical Officer (LS) INFLIBNET Centre (An IUC of UGC) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation to submit papers for Library and Information Professionals Summit (LIPS) 2012
by Debal C Kar 25 Dec '11

25 Dec '11

Society for Library Professionals and SLA Asian Chapter are going to organize jointly Library and Information Professionals Summit (LIPS) 2012 on Leadership, Ethics, Accountability and Professionalism in Library Service, 16-17 March 2012, New Delhi, India. For details contact http://www.slp.org.in/LIPS/Lips2012.html You are requested to submit your papers on the following themes:** * * *Thematic areas * The conference will discuss all aspects of libraries. Each theme will be divided into several sub-themes as detailed below, but not necessarily limited to: *Leadership, Ethics, and Accountability in LIS* · Strategizing leadership to bring about changes to work ethics and to build accountability · Knowledge of and focus on teaching & learning · Providing and participating in focused and sustained professional development · Building and leading teams to achieve goals · Using technology for learning and professional development · Communicating with community for awareness building · Leadership and management<http://www2.aau.org/coreprog/0104/themes.htm#Sub-Theme%201%3A%20Leadership%…>trait in LIS profession · Innovative leadership for implementing products and services · Cultural dimensions of LIS development: Learning from others · Rethinking leadership: preparing professionals as future leaders in LIS *Maximizing Leadership and Effectiveness * · Decision making and problem solving · Modeling and encouraging innovation and creativity · Building a personalized learning environment · Socio-economic transformation and institutional leadership · Professional development in institutional leadership through knowledge management *Ethics and Professionalism* · Reassembling management ethics for bringing work culture · Ethics and professionalism in LIS · Rationalization and professionalization in LIS related to leadership and accountability · Ethics & morality in LIS leadership · Critical dimensions of ethics in LIS leadership · Ethics in copyright and intellectual property rights/ fair use · Developing ethics, values and professionalism to better serve our clients *Digital Library, Leadership and Ethics* * * · Leadership initiative in digital libraries development and management · Case studies of leading successful digital libraries · Digital libraries: Ethics, standards and best practices · Digital information: Creation, usage and sharing in an ethical context · Digital information: Licensing and pricing issues * * *Paper Submission Guidelines* Participants are invited to contribute papers for presentation on the above themes and related aspects. The papers should be based on research surveys; case studies or action plans rather than theoretical explanations. Papers may submit through https://www.easychair.org/conferences/?conf=lips2012 Or Papers may sent to: Conference Secretariat at slp.lib(a)gmail.com 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 advised by The Program Committee by 31 January 2012. The paper submitted must not have been previously published or presented elsewhere. The Programme Committee will have the right to edit the papers. Selected papers will be published in the proceedings. *Dates to Remember: * Last Date for Submission of full paper January 15, 2012 Early Bird Registration February 15, 2012 Accepted papers will be included in the proceedings, only if Registered on or before February 15, 2012 * * Conference Secretariat *SLP Conference 2012* *C/o Institute of Economic Growth* *University of Delhi Enclave* *Delhi - 110007. India* Ph. 91-11-27667463; 27666364; 27666367 Fax: 91-11-27667410 Cell: 09899110787 Email: society.lib(a)gmail.com <asiansla(a)gmail.com> Dr Debal C Kar University Librarian Ambedkar University Library Lothian Road, Kashmere Gate DElhi 110093, India debal(a)aud.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Regarding AICTE mandate for e-journals
by nag naga raja 24 Dec '11

24 Dec '11

Dear Engineering College Professionals An association of engineering colleges from Chennai has dragged the apex regulatory body for technical education to court over its new rule making it mandatory for institutions to subscribe to foreign e-journals costing about Rs 13 lakh to Rs 15 lakh per annum. For full details of the news please ckick the link: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chennai/Cant-be-forced-to-buy-forei… Regards A.Nagaraja Librarian Sri Krishna Institute of Technology Bangalore-560090 NAGARAJA.A -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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(no subject)
by subhash khode 24 Dec '11

24 Dec '11

Dear library professionals Please explain the new rule of AICTE for library as given below "However, Institutions subscribing for DELNET / INDEST may continue to do so for the current year in place of Annexure I" In Annexure I(Prev. Appe. 10.) there are 8 online database essential for Engineering Institutes. What meaning of institutions subsribing for INDEST. If we are subscribing only IEEE from INDEST then is it ok? Subhash Khode Chief Librarian MIT, Ujjain -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Scientometrics. Free access to this journal for a limited access.
by Mailing List Admin 23 Dec '11

23 Dec '11

Date: Fri, 23 Dec 2011 11:25:16 +0530 From: Hanumanthappa Binnal <hvbinnal(a)gmail.com> Scientometrics - Free access to this journal for a limited access. Access link http://www.springerlink.com/content/1588-2861 Title Scientometrics Coverage Volume 1 / 1978 - Volume 90 / 2012 Collection Computer Science Subjects Information Storage and Retrieval Library Science Interdisciplinary Studies -- Hanumanthappa Veerabasappa. M.L.I.Sc.,M.Phil.,PGDHL.,UGC-NET. Library Assistant,Ragiv Gadhi University of Health Sceince. Karnataka. Mobile:9945268917 Bangalore-560041. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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POST OF LIBRARIAN AT CIASL, KOCHI
by Mailing List Admin 23 Dec '11

23 Dec '11

Date: Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:41:04 +0530 From: Vimal Kumar <vimal0212(a)gmail.com> Application is invited for the Post of Librarian at Cochin International Aviation Services Ltd. (CIASL), a Subsidiary of Cochin International Airport Ltd. (CIAL) 1 Post : LIBRARIAN 2 No. of post : 1 3 Educational Qualfications : B.LiSc (First Class) / M.Lisc 4 Experience : Minimum three years working experience in a reputed educational institution as librarian/asst. librarian with proficiency in computer application 5 Age : Not more than 35 years as on 31.12.2011* *6. Last Date : **31st December 2011* *More Details can be had from : http://www.ciasl.in/html/librarian.html* -- Vimal Kumar V. Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: http://www.vimalkumar.org Blog: http://linuxhalwa.blogspot.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "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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GOC/RBI Conversion Rates
by Mahendra Kumar Vishwakarma 23 Dec '11

23 Dec '11

We are also using RBI rates for the conversion but some of the vendors/sellers of books have the objection. They ask us "RBI do not sell any currency and they provide the indicative rates only and based on these indicative rates other Banks are doing business and fix the rates of buying and selling of foreign currency". It is my personal opinion that you may select the bank rates of a nationalized bank in which your institution has the bank account. -- *M.K. VISHWAKARMA * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Ph.D.
by subhash khode 22 Dec '11

22 Dec '11

Subject: Collection of Data for Ph.D. Thesis Dear Sir/Madam, I take pleasure in forwarding a questionnaire for receiving inputs from you for my Ph.D. Thesis entitled “Open Source Software in Libraries and Research Institutions of India : A Study ’’. I am pursuing my Ph.D. at the M.P. Bhoj Open University, Bhopal under the guidance of Dr. Sunil Singh Chandel. I would be grateful if you could kindly fill the online questionnaire at the earliest . Option-1 - For the non-users of OSS but familiar with the concept of OSS or tried for OSS http://www.kwiksurveys.com?s=OKIHMG_55155ef6<http://www.kwiksurveys.com/?s=OKIHMG_55155ef6> Option-2 For the users of Open source library automation Software http://kwiksurveys.com?u=osslm <http://kwiksurveys.com/?u=osslm> Option-3 For the users of open source digital library software http://kwiksurveys.com?u=osslib <http://kwiksurveys.com/?u=osslib> Thanking you, Yours truly, Subhash Khode Chief Librarian Mahakal Institute of Technology Ujjain(MP) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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REPORT- Short Term Course on E-resources for Research
by Shibu.K.M 22 Dec '11

22 Dec '11

*REPORT*** *Short term course on E-resources for Research* *“Incessant Scholastic accomplishments will make Aligarh Muslim University remain an Institution of Excellence”-** Mr. Sunil Kumar Singh (S.P, City, Aligarh)* Six days short term course on *E-resources for Research* organized by the Department of Library and Information Science, Aligarh Muslim University in collaboration with UGC Academic Staff College concluded by the Valedictory function held at the Audio Visual Hall of Department of Geology on 21stDec. 2011 *. Dr. Naushad Ali P.M,* Chairman, Dept. of Library Science welcomed the gathering and briefed about the workshop. The valedictory function was presided over by *Prof. Anwar Jahan Zuberi*, Dean Faculty of Social Science and *Mr. Sunil Kumar Singh*, Superintendent of Police, Aligarh City was the Chief Guest of the Function. During the speech, Mr. Sunil Kumar Singh stated that excellence of such intellectual exercises will shine the future of academic leadership of the University. Despite of advancement of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), E-resources are least used due to the lack of knowledge to browse the same to get relevant information. Unfortunately both our educators and administrators have not fully succeeded to explore the plethora of information available on the net. Such type of training programme will help our academician to make optimum use of web based resources. If such kind of intellectual activities continue, the university will cherish to remain at the helm of the higher education in the country. During* *the presidential address, *Prof. Anwar Jahan Zuberi, *the Dean,* *enlightened that even the educators find it difficult to locate most appropriate databases or resources to search for relevant information for their research and developmental activities. The course will help to solve this problem in some extent. She also appreciated the Department for selecting such a time demanding theme for this short term course conducted for the teachers of Faculty of Social Science of the University. More than forty five faculties, working professionals and research scholars were rigorously skilled over six days in total of eighteen sessions conducted in Auditorium of Faculty of Social Science, Computer Lab of the Department of Library and Information Science and Audio Visual Hall of Department of Geology, Aligarh Muslim University. Prof. Jagtar Singh, Dr. Shailendra Kumar, Mr. S. Mustafa Zaidi, Dr. Naushad Ali. P.M, Dr. Sudharma Haridasan, and Dr. Nabi Hasan acted as resource persons in the course. *Mr. Sunil Kumar Singh *and *Prof. Anwar Jahan Zuberi* distributed the certificates and CD contained course materials to the participants. *Dr. Reshma Jamal*, Academic Staff College extended the vote of thanks in the function. *(Dr. Naushad Ali P.M)* *CHAIRMAN* Dr. P.M Naushad Ali CHAIRMAN/Associate Professor Dept. of Library & Information Science Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, U.P-India-202002 pmnaushadali(a)yahoo.co.in +91-9897258855 Thanks and regards Shibu K M Department of Library and Information Science Aligarh Muslim University Aligarh 202 002 Mob: +91 9536767063 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for fulltext articles
by Mamtha's Gmail 22 Dec '11

22 Dec '11

Dear professional colleagues, Kindly provide fulltext of the following articles, if available in your library. *1.Tanne K, Koeniq H A, Burstone C J, Sakuda M*. Effect of moment to force ratios on stress patterns and levels in the PDL. <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2489636> J Osaka Univ Dent Sch. <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2489636> 1989 Dec; 29:9-16 2.*Tanne k, Lu Y C, Sakuda M* .Biomechanical responses of tooth to orthodontic forces applied at the lingual bracket positions. J Osaka Univ Dent Sch.1992 ;32:6-13. 3. *Jost-Brinkmann P G, Tanne K, Sakuda M, Miethke R R* . A FEM study for the biomechanical comparison of labial and palatal force application on the upper incisors. Finite element method.* <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8495950>* *Fortschr Kieferorthop. <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8495950>* 1993;54(2):76-82. *Thanks and regards *Mamatha PK Chief Librarian Yenepoya University Deralakatte Mangalore -575018 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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to reduce pdf size
by Mailing List Admin 21 Dec '11

21 Dec '11

Date: Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:50:50 +0530 From: Librarian <Librarian(a)intasbiopharma.co.in> Dear JRC Open the document in adobe Professional (seven or above) find file menu at menu bar and follow the step 1. Menu bar>>File>> reduce file size and save 2. Menu bar>>Advance>> PDF optimizer>> Make computable with adobe 5 or latter and save Thanks With regards, Ram

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Request for GOI, Min of Finance OM(Vinod K Sharma)
by Mailing List Admin 21 Dec '11

21 Dec '11

Date: Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:09:26 +0530 From: Dr. Vinod Kr. Sharma <drvinodsharma(a)gmail.com> Dear Professional, You may file RTI with the Min of finance to get the true copy of the said OM. Regards, Vinod K Sharma

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Article Request
by Obaiah B 21 Dec '11

21 Dec '11

Dear Members, Kindly provide me a copy of article mentioned below, if anyone have access. Hugh Cleghorn and Forest Conservancy in India Pallavi Das *Environment and History* 11(2005): 55-82 Regards Obaiah ATREE -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Librarian For mumbai location Podar Education Network - Mumbai, Maharashtra
by kamlesh hilal 21 Dec '11

21 Dec '11

*Podar Education Network* *Librarian For mumbai location* We are in the Education field since 1927.we have 40+ International schools across 27 Cities in India. Librarian Job Location: Mumbai (Bombay) Job Description: B.Lib/m.Lib.with minimum 1-2 years of experience.Freshers can also apply. Functional Area: Teaching / Training Functional Role: Librarian Candidate Requirement B.Lib/M.Lib with minimum of 1-2 years of experience.Freshers may also apply.. Experience: 0 - 2 Years Qualification: Graduate Preferred Resume Format: MS-Word *Podar Education Network* rahul siras Podar Centre,Parel post office lane,parel,mumbai-12, Mumbai (Bombay), Maharashtra India 400012 *Phone:* 022-43330023 *Website:* http://www.podar.org -- Thanks (¨`·.·´¨) Always `·.¸ (¨`·.·´¨) Keep (¨`·.·´¨)¸.·´ Smiling! `·.¸.·´ Kamlesh B. Hilal B.R.Harne College of Engineering & Technology Wangani (W) 421503 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : kamleshhilal24(a)gmail.com : http://kamleshhilal.blogspot.com : http://www.slideshare.net/kamleshhilal/online-buying-for-librarians. Mob : 9322735397 /// 9833787311. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ -- 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] : how to reduce the scaned pdf doc. size
by Radheshyam yadav 20 Dec '11

20 Dec '11

Hi, I think you have save it with high DP or use color option. If you using black and white then file size will be less. If document is color and u want to color scan then reduce the DP. If size is not reducing then PDF has option to reduce the file size, use it. Hope u will help it. Regards, --------------------------- ---On Tue, Dec 20, 2011 12:21 PM IST jrc wrote:>Dear friends,>>For archival purpose I scanned a 20 pages document in (hp scanjet 5590) and>make it editable PDF doc. its size goes more than 22 mb.>>Can any one please tell how to reduce the size of the document.>>thanks & regards>>JRC>>-- >This message has been scanned for viruses and>dangerous content by MailScanner, and is>believed to be clean.>>-------------- next part -------------->An HTML attachment was scrubbed...>URL: <http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/pipermail/lis-forum/attachments/20111220/28d1156e…>>_______________________________________________>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.

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Request for GOI, Min of Finance OM
by rajesh kusanur 20 Dec '11

20 Dec '11

Dear Professionals,Can someone kindly spare me a copy of the following Govt. of India, Ministry of Fiance OM "GoI. M.F. OM 23(7)-EII(A)/83 dated 7th Feburary 1984, (GFR 116(2)(1) (1978))," Library: Different from stores: As indicated in the GoI. M.F. OM 23(7)-EII(A)/83 dated 7th Feburary 1984, (GFR 116(2)(1) (1978)), “the position of library books, etc., is different from that of stores”. The above OM is reproduced below: “Librarian (not below the rank of Deputy Secretary to the Govt of India) subject to the powers delegated under Delegation of Financial powers Rules, 1978, may purchase books, etc., from the reputed and standard book sellers on the prevalent terms and conditions. Tenders need not be called for this purpose.”With regards,Rajesh K A -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IASLIC 25th National Seminar 2012
by Mailing List Admin 20 Dec '11

20 Dec '11

Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2011 09:35:54 +0530 (IST) From: Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi <panigrahipk(a)yahoo.com> IASLIC 25th National Seminar 2012 will be organized by Ananda Rangapillai Library, Pondicherry University During December 10-13, 2012 Main Themes: Intellectual Property Rights : Problem and Prospects with Special Reference to Library and Information Services SIG on Social Science Strategic Planning for Library Management SIG on Computer Applications in LIS Semantic Web Organising Secretary Dr R Samyuktha, University Librarian, Ananda Rangapillai Library, Pondicherry University librarian(a)pondiuni.edu.in Detail information will be announced by IASLIC shortly. ********** ----- Pijushkanti Panigrahi, General Secretary, IASLIC ========================================================================================================== Dr Pijushkanti Panigrahi, Professor & Head, Dept of Lib and Inf Science, 3rd Floor Asutosh Building, University of Calcutta, 87/1 College Street,Kolkata - 700 073, West Bengal, India, email : panigrahipk(a)yahoo.com, (M) : +91 94342 43522. General Secretary, Indian Association of Special Libraries and Information Centres (IASLIC), P-291, CIT Scheme No 6M , Kankurgachi, Kolkata – 700 054, India; Associate Editor, IASLIC Bulletin ; Member, Continuing Professional Development and Workplace Learning (CPDWL), International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), Netherlands Member, Library Committee, The Asiatic Society, Kolkata. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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how to reduce the scaned pdf doc. size
by jrc 20 Dec '11

20 Dec '11

Dear friends, For archival purpose I scanned a 20 pages document in (hp scanjet 5590) and make it editable PDF doc. its size goes more than 22 mb. Can any one please tell how to reduce the size of the document. thanks & regards JRC -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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GOC Conversion
by ಸಿ.ಟಿ.ಕಾಂತರಾಜ್ (CTK) 19 Dec '11

19 Dec '11

Dear Professional Friends, AICTE has made some mandatory regulations to subscribe international e Journal packages to the colleges comes under its per-view. Accordingly we got the quotations and prepared the proposal and got it approved from our college management. We have used the GOC in converting the foreign currencies. All of us know, GOC will fix the indian currency rate to foreign currencies and it announces the rate once in a month. Today I have received an email regarding the change of currency conversion and they have changed the USD rate to 56.30. Suddenly they have changed the conversion rate in between the month. Is it fair? If the currency rate comes below 50 INR will they return the amount? -- With Regards, C.T.Kantharaj Librarian, Cambridge Institute of Technology, K.R.Puram, Bangalore - 560036 -------------------------------- Phone: 080-25618798 / 99 Mobile: 9448611800 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vendor list for outsourcing Library Services
by Kshipra Sardesai 19 Dec '11

19 Dec '11

Dear Friends, Please send me the List of vendors who offer the Library services itiating from dusting to sheving.We intend to do the rectroconversion to our archive collection which is stored at 15 km from our main Library.This collection includes bound volumes of journals. Your help will be hignly appreciated. With regards Kshipra Sardesai Reserve Bank of India Library Dept of Economic and Policy Research RBI, COB,6th floor, Mumbai 400001 Ph No 22601000 extn 2701 M 9969843689 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Post: Library Assistant in a Medical Library
by Library 18 Dec '11

18 Dec '11

Dear Sir/Madam, Kindly post this advertisement in the LIS forum. Thank you. A young, dynamic and proactive *Library Assistant* who can extend his /her help in building a state-of-the-art medical library is required for NU Hospitals at Padmanabhanagar, Bangalore. The incumbent should possess a bachelor degree in library and information science or Documentation; thorough knowledge of MS Office is required. Person residing in and around Padmanabhanagar is preferred. Salary is negotiable. Interested can send his / her resume / CV to library(a)nuhospitals.com with in 31th Dec. 2011. With regards, Librarian NU Hospitals -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Indian Institute of Law
by Paramjit Singh 17 Dec '11

17 Dec '11

* Application Invited for the following at Indian Institute of Law http://ili.ac.in/vacancy2010.htm * - * Assistant Librarian (1 Post)-UR * *: Pay Scale : Rs. 15600-39100/-, Academic Grade* *Pay Rs. 6000/-* *Essential Qualifications* : i) Masters degree in Library Science / Information Science / *Documentation Science or an equivalent professional degree with at least 55% marks* *or its equivalent grade where grading system is practiced and a consistently good* *academic record with knowledge on computerization of library.* *(ii) Qualifying in the National Eligibility Test (NET) or other accredited test like* *SLET/SET in Library Science conducted for the purpose by the UGC or any other* *agency approved by the UGC.* *(iii) Candidates, who are, or have been awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with the* *University Grants 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* *Assistant Librarian.* *Desirable : * Degree in Law. * Library Assistant (1 Post) - UR: * *Pay Scale: Rs. 9300-34800, Grade Pay Rs. 4200/-** Essential Qualifications: **Graduation with Degree/ Diploma in Library Science from a * *recognized University.* * Desirable: **Knowledge of Computer Applications in a Library and experience of * *atleast one year in a reputed library.* *http://ili.ac.in/qualification.pdf* <http://ili.ac.in/qualification.pdf>* * -- *Warm regards** * * * *Paramjit Singh* *Librarian* *Mobile: +919911270778* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Please listen seminar organisers
by Vimal Kumar 17 Dec '11

17 Dec '11

Dear Friends, Lot of seminars in national level announced recently. Announcement appeared in most of the discussion forums, blogs and social networking sites for library professionals. Paper presentation is the attraction of the seminar. Invitation mainly for attending the conference and inviting papers for presentation. Both participants and those who submit papers are need to register and pay the fee. Often, seminar registration fee is between Rs. 500 and 5000. Organisers also receiving fund from other agencies. Unfortunately, seminar organisers are not ensure the quality and content of the seminar. Most of the papers are equivalent to class assignment. All papers are accepted without peer reviewing. And no provision for plagiarism checking. It seems that main aim of the organisers are collect money by receiving maximum number of registration. Seminars should encourage the advancement of knowledge. Such events should act as a platform for showcasing current trends in the topic and participants can brush up their existing knowledge. Seminar organisers must ensure the quality of the event by receiving papers only after strict checking. And organisers should not receive registration fee from participants who like to submit papers. Prize for best paper is ideal for encourage authors to prepare quality publications. Separate prizes should distribute for best paper from student and working professionals. Organisers should send certificate to authors who could not attend the seminar. I request seminar organisers to rethink about existing practices followed in scholarly communication events. -- Vimal Kumar V. Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: www.vimalkumar.org Blog: http://linuxhalwa.blogspot.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "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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Center for the Book
by Jayadev P Hiremath 16 Dec '11

16 Dec '11

Center for the Book http://www.read.gov/cfb Created in 1984, the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress has been dedicated to creating affiliate centers in the 50 states. These affiliates (and the Center, of course) work together to "sponsor programs that highlight their area's literary heritage and call attention to the importance of books, reading, literacy and libraries." On their website, visitors can learn about the affiliate centers in each state, and also learn about the annual "Idea Exchange Day". Visitors to the site can read their annual report, learn about their staff members, and also check out their annual newsletters. Along the left-hand side of the page sit the "Resources". Here visitors can wander through author webcasts, booklists, local resources organized by geography, and their upcoming literary contests -- 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 Meteorology and Atmospheric Phsyics
by NASAR 16 Dec '11

16 Dec '11

Dear Professionals, I am in need of the following articles. Can anybody send me soft copies of the same. 1. V Rakesh, R Singh and PC Joshi,Intercomparison of the performance of MM5/WRF with and without satellite data assimilation in short-range forecast applications over the Indian region , Meteorology and Atmospheric Physics,Volume 105, Numbers 3-4, 133-155, DOI: 10.1007/s00703-009-0038-3. 2. V. Rakesh and P. Goswami,Impact of background error statistics on 3D-Var assimilation: case study over the Indian region -- , Meteorology and Atmospheric Physics, Volume 112, Numbers 1-2, 63-79, DOI: 10.1007/s00703-011-0128-x 3.R Singh, CM Kishtwal, PK Pal and PC Joshi, Assimilation of the multisatellite data into the WRF model for track and intensity simulation of the Indian Ocean tropical cyclones, Meteorology and Atmospheric Physics,Volume 111, Numbers 3-4, 103-119, DOI: 10.1007/s00703-011-0127-y 4. V Rakesh, R Singh, PK Pal and PC Joshi, Impacts of Satellite-Observed Winds and Total Precipitable Water on WRF Short-Range Forecasts over the Indian Region during the 2006 Summer Monsoon, Weather and Forecasting, 2009,Journal of American Geophysical Soceity , vol. 24, no6, pp. 1706-1731. Best Regards Abdunnasar. A Library Officer Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology Thiruvananthapuram -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Workshop on Science Information Literacy & Scholarly Writing
by Vimal Kumar 16 Dec '11

16 Dec '11

Mahatma Gandhi University Library, Kottayam, Kerala organizes a 3 day *National Workshop on Science Information Literacy & Scholarly Writing***<http://inbofa2011.agrimainfotech.com/seminar/national%20seminar.html> * *during 17-19 January 2012 in association with the Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment (KSCSTE), Government of Kerala and Centre for Information Literacy Studies, University of Kerala. Library professionals, faculty and research scholars can participate. Registration Fee is Rs. 1000/ only. Last date of registration is January 10, 2012. For further details, contact Smt. Annu George, General Convenor & Deputy Librarian, Mahatma Gandhi University (email: annumgu(a)gmail.com Mob: 9495063091) Brochure *http://tinyurl.com/6mdut2a Registration form **http://tinyurl.com/6u582ja* -- Vimal Kumar V. Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: http://www.vimalkumar.org Blog: http://linuxhalwa.blogspot.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "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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Minutes of NCSI-Net lecture held on 10 december 2011
by shivaram gowda 16 Dec '11

16 Dec '11

Dear Members NCSI-Net lecture for the month of August 2011 held at NCSI seminar hall on 10th December 2011. Around 15 members and fellow professionals were present. Lecture (Demonstration) started on Innovations in Library Automation Process: The Trion Journey” by Sven Carlson, CEO, Trion AG. Speaker started his talk by explaining the traditional library concepts and how he entered in to the field of developing library technologies. He highlighted the role of front desk operators in maintaining cordial relation and attracting patrons to use the library resources, he also spoke about how it can be automated to self check-in and check-out mechanism using RFID technologies and making service available for 24X7. He gave demo of Trion technologies like self-service kiosks, Automatic sorting and transporting them to right floor (right rack) etc. The video presentation of libraries who have implemented Trion technologies was interesting. He also talked about the costs involved in implementing these technologies in the beginning of planning new library and implementing in the later stage. There was a good interaction from the audience. NCSI-Net coordinator thanked speaker of the day for detailed talk and discussion on RFID technologies for libraries, and lecture was concluded Mr. Seven Carlson can be contacted for further information from address given below Mr. Seven Carlson, CEO Trion AG library system IM Schorli 1, CH-8600, Dubendorf Telfon: +41(0)445331600 Mobile:+41(0)796596686 E-mail:seven.carlson@trionag.ch With warm regards NCSI-Net Coordinators Shivaram BS ICAST, CSIR-NAL Kodihalli Bangaluru-560017 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Congratulations to INFLIBNET Centre
by Suresh Balutagi 15 Dec '11

15 Dec '11

Dear Professional Friends, Please join me in Congratulating Dr. Jagdish Arora, Director, INFLIBNET Centre, Ahmedabad and his team for getting “eINDIA Award 2011” at India’s Largest ICT Event “eINDIA”, held at Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Once again my heartiest congratulations for their great achievement. With Best Regards, Suresh Balutagi Resource Centre DA-IICT Gandhinagar Gujarat -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Congratulations!! "eINDIA Jury Award 2011"
by suresh jange 15 Dec '11

15 Dec '11

Dear Professional Friends, Please join me in Congratulating Dr. R. B. Gaddagimath, University Librarian, Gulbarga University Library and his team for getting “eINDIA Jury Award 2011” under the category of ‘Best ICT Enabled University Library’ at India’s Largest ICT Event “eINDIA”, held at Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Once again my heartiest congratulations for their great achievement. With Best Regards, ---------------------------------- Dr. Suresh Jange, IFLA-ALP Fellow Deputy Librarian, Virtual Learning Resource Centre Central Library, 'Jnana Ganga', Gulbarga University , Gulbarga - 585 106 Karnataka , India E-mail: suresh_jange(a)rediffmail.com URL-www.freewebs.com/sureshjange/ PH: 91-08472-263260 (O), 91-09902570129 (M) ------------------------------------ Dr. Suresh Jange, IFLA-ALP Fellow Deputy Librarian, Virtual Learning Resource Centre Central Library, `Jnana Ganga�, Gulbarga University, Gulbarga � 585 106 Karnataka, India E-mail: suresh_jange(a)rediffmail.com URL-www.freewebs.com/sureshjange/ Phone: 91-08472-263260 (O), 91-09902570129 (M) -- 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] KALA National Conference on "Libraries and Development: Present and Future" on 9, 10 & 11 February 2012
by rajendrababu.hanumanthappa＠wipro.com 15 Dec '11

15 Dec '11

Dear LIS Professionals, Due to unavoidable reasons, the proposed KALA National Conference to be held on 9, 10 and 11 February 2012 has been postponed to early June 2012. We shall get back to you soon with more details. Regards, Rajendra Babu H General Secretary, Karnataka State LIbrary Association (KALA). From: Rajendrababu Hanumanthappa (WT01 - Talent Transformation) Sent: Wednesday, November 16, 2011 6:42 PM To: 'ncsi-net(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in'; 'lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in'; 'lisl-forum(a)gmail.com' Cc: 'pyrajendrakumar(a)gmail.com'; 'Ragaavendra R'; 'Byrappa, Ananda (GE Global Research)'; 'Gayatri Sen'; 'bachalapur(a)gmail.com'; 'kadaba.n.prasad(a)gmail.com'; 'raghavan(a)isibang.ac.in'; 'krish(a)isibang.ac.in'; 'V L KALYAN'; 'warmvka(a)gmail.com'; 'pandiyan.m' Subject: KALA National Conference on "Libraries and Development: Present and Future" on 9,10 & 11 February 2012 Dear LIS Professionals, KALA is happy to announce The National Conference on "Libraries and Development: Present and Future" to be held on 9th ,10th & 11th February 2012 in Shravanabelagola, Karnataka. Conference Theme: “Libraries and Development: Present and Future” Sub Themes: Privatisation of libraries (public libraries) with emphasis on public-private partnership Financial resource mobilization including fee-base services Karnataka Public Libraries Act (1965) Metrics Management Measuring Scholarly Impact Public Libraries: · Community Information centers; Information kiosks; Tele centers vis-à-vis public libraries. · Public Library situation in different states (situation reports) · Public Libraries vis-à-vis distance education · Collection development/ Evaluation · Staff position · Use/ User studies · Rural Libraries School and College Libraries · Library services in Schools and Colleges · School library management · Collection Development and Organization · New models of acquisition (e-books, e-journals) · Case Studies and Best Practices · Use/ User studies · Digital Libraries · Library Automation · Institutional Repositories (IR) · Library website · College Library consortia Special/ Industrial Libraries · Best practices · Web based information services · Innovative information services · Competencies/ Skills required Call for Papers Original contributions based on applications/ deployments/ research/ surveys/ best practices related to the theme and subthemes mentioned, are invited for conference presentations and poster presentations. Based on technical committee's recommendations, papers for the national conference shall be selected and published in the conference volume. Registration for all authors is mandatory for paper presentation. Paper Submission · Authors may submit their papers on or before 22nd December 2011. · Papers should be submitted in a detailed format suggested in the conference website. · Acceptance of paper for presentation will be intimated to the authors by 16th January 2012. · In case of co-authors, correspondence will be sent to the first author only. · The deadline for registering for the National conference is 31st January 2012. · Accepted papers will be called for presentation based on editorial committee's scrutiny. All the submitted papers for the conference would go through the Plagiarism Detection Process. If the plagiarism is >10%, the article would be referred back to the author for necessary revision. · Papers can be submitted through an email to Dr. K N Prasad: kadaba.n.prasad(a)gmail.com<mailto:kadaba.n.prasad@gmail.com> Author Guidelines Manuscripts Requirements · Length: Not >10 pages maximum for a paper. However, authors are advised to write as much precise as possible. · Theme Font: Times New Roman · Font Size: Heading -20, Sub Heading -16, and rest of the text - 12. · Title: The title should be concise. · Paper Format: The paper should have the following details: o Sub-Theme of the paper to which the paper belongs to o Author's / Co-Author's name o Communication address o Contact details such as telephone number and email o An abstract of 100-150 words along with 8-10 key words · Headings and Sub-headings should be short and defined clearly · Footnotes may be used wherever necessary, which should be identified in the text by consecutive numbers, placed as superscript. · Case Studies proposed may preferably be supported by real life case examples from business/academic situations · Quality of Illustrations, Photos etc. must be good with original caption and in black and white · Tables and Figures, if any must have a brief caption written on the bottom of the figure and provide the due reference of the original work. · All text should be justified References must be in standard format as given below: · For Books: Author (Surname, initials), (year), title, publisher, place of publication. · For Journals: Author, A., & Author, B. (Year). Article title. Title of Periodical, Vol (Issue), pp-pp · For Web pages: Author, A., & Author, B. (Year). Title of the web page. Retrieved from http://... [Accessed on Date, Month & Year]. Venue: Auditorium, Library Building, Behind Bus Stand, Shravanabelagola, Hassan District, Karnataka. Date: 9th ,10th & 11th February 2012. Registration Fee: Rs. 2200.00: With Tutorials for Delegates (Conference Kit, Gift, Food, Accommodation, Local Site seeing and Yoga) Rs. 2000.00: Without Tutorials for Delegates (Conference Kit, Gift, Food, Accommodation, Local Site seeing and Yoga) Rs. 1500.00: For the family members accompanying the delegates (Gift, Food, Accommodation, Local Site seeing and Yoga) Tutorials would be held on 9th February 2012 for the duration of three hours. Tutorial on “Building/ Developing a Library Website Using Drupal” by experts in the Industry. The participants shall get the tutorial material on CD, including the related software. Early bird registration option is available for the registration before 31December 2011. A discount of Rs 200 will be extended for all the above registration options Payment The DD/ Cheque should be drawn in favour of “Karnataka State Library Association” payable at Bangalore, Karnataka. Please send the filled in Conference registration forms and DD / Cheque to the address as below Rajendra Babu H General Secretary Karnataka State Library Association C/o Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science (SRELS) # 702, 'Upstairs', 42nd Cross, III Block Rajajinagar, Bangalore - 560 010 Contact: +91-9916457890 / +91-9880297932 Advisory Committee: · Sri Sri Sri Charukeerthi Bhattaraka Swamiji, Shravanabelagola and Chief Patron. · Prof. V G Talawar, Vice Chancellor, University of Mysore, Mysore · Mr. P Y Rajendra Kumar, Conference Director and President KALA, Bangalore · Mr. D Surendra Kumar, Dharmastala, Karnataka · Mr. S Jithendra Kumar, President K.J,A · Dr. Hampa Nagarajaiah, Former President, Kannada Sahithya Parishat and Kannada Writer, Bangalore. · Prof. C R Karisiddappa, Former UGC Emeritus Fellow. Karnatak University, Dharwad. · Mr. N V Sathyanarayana, Chairman & Managing Director, Informatics India Ltd, Bangalore · Dr. I R N Goudar, Rtd, Head ICAST, NAL and Visiting Prof. and Lib Adviser, University of Mysore · Prof. I K Ravichandra Rao, Professor, DRTC,ISI, Bangalore. · Prof. Shalini R Urs, Executive Director, ISiM, University of Mysore, Mysore · Mr. K G Venkatesh, Director, Department of Public Libraries, Bangalore. · Mr. Ashok Kumar, Executive Officer, Sri Muth, Shravanabelagola Technical Committee: · Dr. K N Prasad, Executive Officer, SRELS, and KALA-GC member, Bangalore. · Prof. A Y Asundi, Rtd. Professor, Bangalore University, Bangalore · Prof. K S Raghavan, DRTC, ISI, Bangalore · Dr. M S Sridhar, Rtd. Head, Library and Doc. Centre, ISRO, Bangalore · Dr. N S Harinarayana, Associate Professor, DLISc, University of Mysore, Mysore · Mrs. Usha Mukunda, Member, Knowledge Commission, Karnataka Organizing Committee: · Dr. P V Konnur, Librarian, BUB, Bangalore · Mr. V L Kalyan, Library Advisor, DRTC, ISI and KALA-GC member, Bangalore · Dr. M M Bachalapur, Librarian, KIT, Tiptur and KALA-GC member, Bangalore · Mrs. Gayathri Sen, Librarian, PESIT and KALA-GC member, Bangalore · Mr. Raghavendra, Library Executive, Jubilant Biosys, and VP, KALA, Bangalore · Dr. K R Mulla, Spl officer, VTU, Balgaum and Joint Sec, KALA, Bangalore · Mr. Shreenivas H E, Asst. Libn, Alliance University, and Joint Sec, KALA, Bangalore · Dr. Nagappa B, Branch Head, TCS, Bangalore. · Mr. S K Hosamani, Chief Librarian, DPL, Bangalore For the conference Brochure, Registration form and other details, please visit www.kalaonline.com<http://www.kalaonline.com> Regards, Rajendra Babu H General Secretary, Karnataka State LIbrary Association (KALA). 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Winter Course (Jan 2-8, 2012) at CSCS, Bangalore: Rethinking Mental Health
by Pavithrabai M S 15 Dec '11

15 Dec '11

Dear All, Winter Course starts at CSCS, Bangalore: Course Title: Rethinking Mental Health: Between the Windscreen and the Rearview Mirror Dates: Jan 2-8, 2012 (10 am to 6 pm) Venue: Centre for the Study of Culture and Society (CSCS), Bangalore Course Instructor: Anup Dhar I have uploaded the full outline of the course at VISIT: http://www.cscs.res.in/cscs/announcements_folder/announcements.2009-11-16.7… www.cusp.net.in http://aud-in.academia.edu/AnupDhar/Teaching/27910/Winter_Course_Jan_2-8_20… http://aud-in.academia.edu/AnupDhar/Teaching/27910/Course_Title_Rethinking_…. -- With Best Regards : Ms. Pavithrabai M S Librarian Centre For the Study Of Culture and Society No. 827, 29th Main Road, Poornaprajna HBCS Layout Uttarahalli, BANGALORE - 560 061 Tel ph No:91-80- 26730476/26730967/26730268 website:www.cscs.res.in Email: pavithrabai(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] Barrier & seeking solution for digitization of thesesfor digital library.
by Dr. J. K. Vijayakumar 14 Dec '11

14 Dec '11

Generally institution can not make any claim of ownership of student dissertations or theses. However, the institution can retain a non-exclusive license to make copies of dissertations or theses as needed for the academic or archival purposes of the institution. This can include providing open access to the work on the Internet (institutional repository). If necessary, to protect legitimate proprietary interests and IP (such as patent rights), students should have an option to delay the public display of their dissertation or thesis (embargo period), until they secure the patent. So, the copyright and IP right should remain with the student/researcher, not with the institution. Dr. J. K. VIJAYAKUMAR. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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J-Gate newsletter
by Mailing List Admin 14 Dec '11

14 Dec '11

---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:06:56 +0530 From: Ratnakar Aspari <aspari_r(a)hotmail.com> To: Lisforum NCSI <lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> Dear All, December issue of J-Gate newsletter has been rleased. Please click the below link to access the current issue of J-Gate Newsletter. http://informindia.co.in/iil_newsletter.htm Ratnakar

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British Library's Early News Paper Goes Online
by krish＠isibang.ac.in 14 Dec '11

14 Dec '11

Dear All, Please find information on British Library's early News Paper archive goes online in the Guardian http://www.guardian.co.uk/media/2011/nov/29/british-library-newspaper-archi… M.Krishnamurthy -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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2013 "Jay Jordan IFLA/OCLC Early Career Development Fellowship"
by Dr. J. K. Vijayakumar 14 Dec '11

14 Dec '11

The Fellowship Program is for library and information science professionals who are in early stages of career development and from countries with developing economies. Eligibility is limited to those who are from a qualifying country, have a degree in library or information science obtained within the past five years, and have at least three years, but no more than eight years, of library or information science experience. These and other qualifications are explained in detail in the Program Guidelines. Application Deadline: 17 February, 2012 Selection: March - July 2012 Announcement: August 2012 Program Dates: April - May 2013 More details from http://www.oclc.org/us/en/community/careerdevelopment/fellows/default.htm ---------- Dr. J. K. VIJAYAKUMAR, IFLA/OCLC Fellow 2002 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Workshop on Academic Writing
by Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai 14 Dec '11

14 Dec '11

Dear All, The Central University of Kerala, Kasaragod is organizing a three-day workshop on ACADEMIC WRITING from 23rd to 25th January, 2012. The following are the modules included in the workshop. 1. Writing research proposal 2. Information sources and search strategies 3. Style manual and reference software 4. Data analysis software 5. Preparing manuscript for publication 6. Copyright and plagiarism 7. Impact factor 8. Academic performance indicators Eminent resource persons will be handling the sessions. The maximum intake is 30 and the selection will be on first come first served basis. The workshop is mainly targeted to the Research Scholars in Humanities and Social Sciences. The Ph.D. aspirants can also apply. Those who wish to apply may send their application with DD for Rs. 1000/- as Registration Fee to : The Co-ordinator, Workshop on Academic Writing, University Library, Central University of Kerala, Kasaragod, Kerala-671 123 before 2nd January 2012. The application form can be downloaded from the University Library website at : www.universitylibrarycuk.yolasite.com/workshop.php Feel free to contact the Co-ordinator Dr. Dineshan Koovakkai, Assistant Librarian for further details. E-mail: dineshank(a)gmail.com Phone-04994-255533 Mob: 09447468586 Regards, -- Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai Assistant Librarian & Co-ordinator, NMEICT Nodal Officer, Higher Education Survey Central University of Kerala Vidyanagar P.O. Kasargod, Kerala, India 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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Fw: Take Down Censorship, Not Free Speech -- Please Sign the Online Petition
by Dimple Patel 14 Dec '11

14 Dec '11

The Indian government, which this year already passed new content-removal rules for websites, now wants to take it a step further and censor some of the most-used websites like Google and Facebook -- before the people of India even get to see the content! India's Telecom Minister Kapil Sibal is asking internet and social media companies to proactively pre-screen user-generated content and remove it before it gets published. Really? This brazen attempt to silence expression online must not be tolerated and cannot be allowed to come to pass. We've seen the chilling effect these types of measures have in censorship regimes like China, Iran, and, Burma. Now India? As more and more of India's 1.2 billion people come online -- internet usage is expected to triple over the next three years to 300 million users -- we have to work together to ensure India's right to information is protected and all our rights to view content, wherever we may live, are respected. The Minister is starting to hear the opposition to this law -- now we need to turn up the pressure until he backs down. Sign below: http://www.accessnow.org/take-down-censorship-not-speech Currently, executives from companies like Google and Facebook are discussing this proposal with the Indian government. Besides the blatant violation of freedom of expression, prescreening puts an extraordinary burden on companies, would slow down the delivery of information, and makes corporations the arbiters of speech. Whether or not companies feel such screening is plausible, they cannot be asked to be the ones to determinine what is disparaging and what is not. With our collective voice, we have the opportunity to prevent this rights-restricting proposal before it gets off the ground! Minister Sibal has said he endorses freedom of the press, but classifies speech on these sites as different. But we know there won't be a free press without free speech online. Let's call on the Indian government to endorse the democratic principle of freedom of speech by revising their content-removal rules and dropping this attempt to force companies to prescreen user generated content. http://www.accessnow.org/take-down-censorship-not-speech ( The message above is from accessnow.org, posted here for discussion, with a suggestion that Chapter Members take a look at the petition and sign the petition ) Sivasubramanian M -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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One day workshop on Profiling Research Publications for Quality Research
by Ratheesh K 14 Dec '11

14 Dec '11

Dear Sir, Please post the announcement of the Workshop on 'Profiling Research Publications for Quality Research' in LIS-Forum Dear all, University Library,Cochin University of Science and Technology is conducting a one day workshop on Profiling Research Publications for Quality Research on Tuesday, 3rd January 2012. This program, a kind of a workshop will discuss the ways to optimize the research publication activities. The workshop will discuss the structure of research publications, review and indexing process, methods of generating good publications, global databases, research networks and other required research publication activities. Online Registration form at : http://library.cusat.ac.in/wprp/ Interested people may contact Workshop Convener Mrs. Baby Valsala C.P University Librarian in-charge University Library Cochin University of Science and Technology South Kalamassery, Kochi-682 022, Kerala Ph : 0484 -2862130 , 2575715 ,Mob:9947275886 Email: ul(a)cusat.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ASIS&T SIG-III InfoShare Student and Professional Membership Award
by atanu 14 Dec '11

14 Dec '11

Please see two announcements below. It was posted in Sigiii-l mailing list. Thank you for your kind attention. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Professional Membership Award: We are soliciting nominations of candidates for the InfoShare Membership Award. **** ** ** Please include a Curriculum Vitae and a brief description of why this person is deserving of membership, including their willingness to promote ASIS&T within their networks and build relationships between ASIS&T and the national/regional organizations. Awardees will be decided by a vote of the SIG-III officers at the end of 2011. All Curriculum Vitae will be kept private, viewable only by SIG-III officers. Each membership award will be for one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year if the new member proves to be a strong advocate for ASIS&T in their home country during the course of the year. Awardees will be asked to submit a report on their activities by next year's Annual Meeting, which may include, but are not limited to: a. sharing ASIS&T publications that they receive (the Bulletin of ASIS&T and JASIS&T) with other colleagues b. promoting the SIG-III paper contest among their colleagues c. serving as a contact/coordinator for ASIS&T members traveling to their area who may be able to speak about ASIS&T and information science d. having the ability to strengthen the relationships between ASIS&T and the national/regional organizations, and e. sponsoring lectures on information science topics in their area on behalf of ASIS&T We look forward to welcoming new members to ASIS&T from across the globe, especially from countries that have never been ASIS&T members or have limited ASIS&T membership, with your help. Please start thinking about candidates among your networks and send your nominations of deserving candidates to Abebe Rorissa (arorissa(a)albany.edu) or Devendra Potnis ( dpotnis(a)utk.edu) or Fatih Oguz (F_oguz(a)uncg.edu).**** ** ** Deadline for all nominations is December 23, 2011. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Student Membership Award: ----------------------------------------------------------------------- The ASIS&T International Information Issues Special Interest Group (SIG-III) is pleased to announce that for 2012 we will be able to sponsor a group of deserving information science PhD and Masters students who STUDY and RESIDE in developing countries for complimentary ASIS&T memberships. We are soliciting nominations of student candidates for the InfoShare Student Membership Award. Please include a Curriculum Vitae (or equivalent) and a brief description of why this person is deserving of membership, including their willingness to promote ASIS&T within their networks. Awardees will be decided by a vote of the SIG-III officers at the end of 2011. All Curriculum Vitae will be kept private, viewable only by SIG-III officers. Each membership award will be for one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year if the new member proves to be a strong advocate for ASIS&T in their home country during the course of the year. Awardees will be asked to submit a report on their activities by next year’s Annual Meeting, which may include, but are not limited to: a. sharing ASIS&T publications that they receive (the Bulletin of ASIS&T and JASIS&T) with other colleagues b. promoting the SIG-III paper contest among their colleagues c. serving as a contact/coordinator for ASIS&T members traveling to their area who may be able to speak about ASIS&T and information science d. having the ability to strengthen the relationships between ASIS&T and the national/regional organizations, and e. sponsoring lectures on information science topics in their area on behalf of ASIS&T We look forward to welcoming new members to ASIS&T from across the globe, with your help. Please start thinking about student candidates among your networks and send recommendations of deserving students to Abebe Rorissa ( arorissa(a)albany.edu) or Devendra Potnis (dpotnis(a)utk.edu) or Fatih Oguz ( F_oguz(a)uncg.edu).**** Deadline for all nominations is December 23, 2011. Best wishes, Abebe Rorissa **** Devendra Potnis**** Fatih Oguz**** ** ** SIG-III Web site: http://www.asis.org/SIG/SIGIII/index.htm **** InfoShare page: http://www.asis.org/SIG/SIGIII/index.htm**** ** ** Devendra Dilip Potnis, PhD, MPA, MS**** Assistant Professor**** School of Information Sciences, University of Tennessee**** Suite 442 Communications Bldg., 1345 Circle Park**** Knoxville, TN - 37996**** https://www.sis.utk.edu/users/devendra-potnis**** ** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IFLA Conference2012 - Agricultural Libraries SIG- Call for Papers
by eswara reddy deva 13 Dec '11

13 Dec '11

*Call for Papers* *Theme: * Social networking for agricultural research, education, and extension service: an international perspective The IFLA Agricultural Libraries Special Interest Group in association with the International Association of Agricultural Information Specialists (IAALD) invites papers for presentation at IFLA General Conference, Helsinki, Finland in August 2012. Social networking is a hackneyed phrase. It is a tool to connect people to people. Agricultural research, education, and extension are establishing connections with one to one and many to many in sharing and exchange of information. The advent of Internet has greatly facilitated and reinforced these connections by a variety of social network sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Blog, Flicker, Ning etc. The session will focus on pragmatic approach on the role of social media as a catalyst in establishing connections for advancing agriculture. Proposals must focus on one or more of the following topics with reference to the country/region/institution: 1. Role of social media for agricultural research 2. Role of social media for agricultural education 3. Role of social media for agricultural extension service 4. Role of social media for sustainable agriculture 5. Role of social media for agribusiness and marketing *Submissions* Proposal abstract (max 500 words) must be submitted by *January 20, 2012*on any one or more of the topics listed above to dereddy(a)tamu.edu. Submission is to include presenter's name, position, institution, and email address. All fees, including registration to the conference, travel, accommodation etc. are the responsibility of the authors. Notification of acceptance of proposals will be completed by February 20, 2012. Deva E. Reddy, PhD Convener, IFLA Agricultural Libraries SIG Chair, IFLA Science & Technology Libraries Section Associate Professor Texas A&M University Libraries College Station, TX 77843-5000 United States Tel.979-862-1062 Fax.979-458-0112 dereddy(a)tamu.edu<https://mail.library.tamu.edu/owa/redir.aspx?C=b51457bd83d24311a0cab509ecc5…> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Barrier & seeking solution for digitization of theses for digital library.
by Binod Yadav 13 Dec '11

13 Dec '11

Dear friends, We are working on setting up digital library of our institutional repositories mainly theses of postgraduate (MD/MS) students. Friends, there is a question/ concern kept on the floor regarding the Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) which we feel the barrier/ infringement to proceed the above job. Please share your views, copy of rules /acts if any for reference purpose to set up the digital library Look forward to your support. Thanks ___________________ Binod Kumar Yadav Senior Librarian B. P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences Dharan, Nepal Phone: +97725525555 Mobile:+977-9804060641 -- 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 Dr.D.P Prathap 13 Dec '11

13 Dec '11

Dear colleagues: Please provide the following article, if anybody has access: Physiologia plantarum (Wiley) 2007 Vol.130, No.2, pp.218-229 Hugo etal Evaluation of the stress inducible...... Thanking you Yours Sincerely Librarian Sugarcane Breeding Institute Coimbatore m:9677502392 -- 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 ICDL 13 Dec '11

13 Dec '11

CALL FOR PAPERS World Digital Libraries: An International Journal (WDL) announces Call for Papers World Digital Libraries: An International Journal is a peer reviewed bi-annual journal on digital libraries. The journal is being published since last 4 years and has already gained acclamation among the global library community. Previous issues are available at http://bookstore.teriin.org/journal_inside.php?material_id=477 The aim of the journal is to advance the theory and practice of acquisition, organization, management and dissemination of digital information on a sustainable basis. The journal is having global coverage and provides a platform for library and information science professionals to express views and share experiences. The journal seeks quality research papers/articles/reviews/short communications that present original theoretical approaches and experimental case studies related to digital library development and maintenance. · Theoretical and methodological issues of DL · Issues related to electronic resources management, digital preservation, multiple access, multi-linguality; and other DL technology aspects · Digital rights management, copyright issues and other security aspects; · Initiatives taken towards digitization through lucid case studies; · Current developments across the globe The contribution should examine concepts, analyses, new approaches, and techniques pertaining to this field. Case studies covering new initiatives, as well as procedural breakthroughs of important issues in the digital library field would be included. Book reviews will cover recent books in the field, reviewed by an independent reviewer. Please refer to any previous issue or write to us for Instructions to Authors All submissions will be peer-reviewed using the criteria of originality, accuracy, and quality of contribution in these fields. You are requested to submit paper for the same to pkbhatta(a)teri.res.in address below. Dr P K Bhattacharya Editor, World Digital Libraries Knowledge Management Division TERI Darbari Seth Block, Habitat Place Lodi Road, New Delhi - 110 003 Tel: 24682100, 41504900 Fax: 24682144-24682145 E-mail: pkbhatta(a)teri.res.in Thanking you and with personal regards Yours sincerely, P K Bhattacharya Editor, WDL ============================ EDITORS & EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS World Digital Libraries: An International Journal (WDL) Editor-in-Chief: Prof N Balakrishnan, Professor & Associate Director, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India Editor: Dr P K Bhattacharya, Fellow, TERI, New Delhi Editorial Board: Dr. Jagdish Arora, Director, INFLIBNET, India Prof. José Luis Borbinha, INESC-ID - Information Systems Group, Engineering School, Lisbon Technical University, Portugal Prof. Daniel Chandran PhD, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Technology, Sydney, Australia Prof. Ching-chih Chen PhD, Graduate School of Library and Information Science, Simmond College, USA Dr Gobinda Chowdhury, Department of Computer and Information Sciences, University of Strathclyde, UK Dr P R Goswami, Director, National Social Science Documentation Centre (NASSDOC), Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi, Prof. Alan Hopkinson, Head of Library Systems, Learning Resources, The Sheppard Library, Middlesex University, UK Prof. Ee-Peng Lim, PhD, Associate Professor and Head, Division of Information Systems, School of Computer Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Prof. Gary Marchionini, School of Information and Library Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA Dr. A. Lakshmana Moorthy, Director, Defence Scientific Information and Documentation Centre, India Dr Usha Mujoo-Munshi, Chief Librarian, Indian Statistical Institute, India, Kolkata, India Prof. Dr Erich J Neuhold, Professor, Computer Science, Chairman of the Advisory Board of the Research Studios Austria, University of Vienna, Austria Prof. Paul Nieuwenhuysen, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium Mr John Paschoud, Information Systems Engineer of the Library, London School of Economics, UK Dr. A.R.D. Prasad, Documentation Research & Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore, India Prof. Dr Michael Seadle, Director, Berlin School of Library and Information Science, Humboldt University Berlin, Germany Dr. V N Shuka, Director (Application), CDAC, India Prof. Ingeborg Torvik Sølvberg PhD, Dept. of Computer and Information Science, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway Prof. M G Sreekumar Phd, Librarian, Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode, India. Prof. Shigeo Sugimoto, Graduate School of Library, Information and Media Studies, University of Tsukuba, Japan Prof. P. Tapio Varis Ph.D. , Acting President, Global University System., Unesco Chair in global eLearning with applications to multiple domains, Professor and Chair of Media Education, University of Tampere, Finland Prof. Shalini R. Urs PhD, Executive Director, International School of Information Management, University of Mysore, India Prof. Om Vikas PhD, Director, ABV Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management, India Prof Ian H. Witten PhD, Department of Computer Science, University of Waikato, New Zealand ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Disclaimer: The information contained in this e-mail is intended for the person or entity to which it is addressed, and it may contain confidential and/or privileged material. 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Post of Assistant Librarian & Information Scientist in Assam University , Silchar.
by Apurba J Majumder 12 Dec '11

12 Dec '11

*Post of Assistant Librarian & Information Scientist in Assam University , Silchar.* Last date: 13/01/2012 For details visit: http://www.aus.ac.in/regularposts.html *Advt*: http://www.aus.ac.in/employment_notification_december_2011.pdf *Eligibility*: http://www.aus.ac.in/eligibility_guidelines_december_2011.pdf *Apl. form:* http://www.aus.ac.in/nonteaching_application_december_2011.pdf -- ****************************** Apurba Jyoti Majumder Assistant Librarian Rabindra Library (Central Library) Assam University. Dargakona Silchar- 781011 Cell No: 09435268733, 09707626388* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Applications invited for Library Professionals_reg
by sankar kumar 12 Dec '11

12 Dec '11

Dear Moderator: I will be thankful if you kindly circulate the following information among the Forum members With best wishes P. Sankara Kumar Hyderabad IBS Ahmadabad welcomes Library Professionals Applications are invited for Asst. /Deputy Librarian position at IBS Ahmadabad Campus. The candidates should have M.L.Sc / M.Li.Sc or equivalent regular degree from reputed university with minimum 55% marks, at least 4-10 years of experience in academic / research institutions. All candidates should be computer savvy with good communication skills. Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested candidates may forward their detailed bio-data to satya(a)ibsindia.org on or before 21st December, 2011 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Seminar 2012 @ DLIS, University of Burdwan
by P. S. Mukhopadhyay 12 Dec '11

12 Dec '11

Dear all Please find the necessary information regarding the ensuing national seminar to be organized by the Department of LIS, The University of Burdwan. Please follow the guideware given in the online brochure for submitting your paper. The seminar URL is given below: http://www.buruniv.ac.in/Notices/LIS_2011127_NOT_WEBPAGE.pdf -- ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Parthasarathi Mukhopadhyay Assistant Professor, Department of Library and Information Science, University of Burdwan, Burdwan - 713 104 (WB), India ----------------------------------------------------------------------- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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School Librarian, Mainadevi Bajaj International School - Mumbai, Maharashtra
by kamlesh hilal 12 Dec '11

12 Dec '11

University of Cambridge International Examinations Cambridge International Centre *Rajasthani Sammelan's Mainadevi Bajaj International School* IB & IGCSE authorized School in Malad Invites applications for the following positions due to the expansion plan of the school for the new academic year 2012-13 - *Trained Teachers for Pre-Primary, Primary, IGCSE & IB Diploma* - *Coordinators* with IB/IGCSE exp. - *Lab Assistant, School Librarian, Admissions Officer* R. S. Campus, S. V. Road, Malad (W), Mumbai-64. Mob.: 9004444082 *www.mbis.org.in* Thanks (¨`·.·´¨) Always `·.¸ (¨`·.·´¨) Keep (¨`·.·´¨)¸.·´ Smiling! `·.¸.·´ Kamlesh B. Hilal B.R.Harne College of Engineering & Technology Wangani (W) 421503 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : kamleshhilal24(a)gmail.com : http://kamleshhilal.blogspot.com : http://www.slideshare.net/kamleshhilal/online-buying-for-librarians. Mob : 9322735397 /// 9833787311. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Librarian, Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai
by kamlesh hilal 12 Dec '11

12 Dec '11

Librarian *Experience: * 1- 4 Years Mumbai Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies Job Summary Key Skills : "Librarian" <http://www.timesjobs.com/jobskill/Librarian-Jobs>, "Library Management" <http://www.timesjobs.com/jobskill/Library-Management-Jobs>, "Book Issuing" <http://www.timesjobs.com/jobskill/Book-Issuing-Jobs> Experience: 1 - 4 Years Specialization: Librarian Job Function: Teaching/Education Industry: Educational/Training Qualification: Post Graduation - Others -Post Graduate (Others -Relevant Stream) School & Graduation - Others -Graduate (Others -Relevant Stream) CTC: As per Industry Standards Job Description Responsible for handling day to day functioning of library. Additional Information: The qualification and pay scale for the post are as presubscribed by the University of Mumbai, AICTE & DTE from time to time. Applicants who are already employed must send their application through proper channel. Application is required to accounts for break, if any in their academic career. The details of the qualification pay scale & allowance will be supplied on request from applicants. Applicants with full details should reach within 15 days from the date of publication of this advertisement. Address : Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies, R.S. Campus S.V. Road, Malad (West), Mumbai 400064. Thanks (¨`·.·´¨) Always `·.¸ (¨`·.·´¨) Keep (¨`·.·´¨)¸.·´ Smiling! `·.¸.·´ Kamlesh B. Hilal B.R.Harne College of Engineering & Technology Wangani (W) 421503 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : kamleshhilal24(a)gmail.com : http://kamleshhilal.blogspot.com : http://www.slideshare.net/kamleshhilal/online-buying-for-librarians. Mob : 9322735397 /// 9833787311. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation to submit papers for Library and Information Professionals Summit (LIPS) 2012
by Debal C Kar 11 Dec '11

11 Dec '11

Society for Library Professionals and SLA Asian Chapter are going to organize jointly Library and Information Professionals Summit (LIPS) 2012 on Leadership, Ethics, Accountability and Professionalism in Library Service, 16-17 March 2012, New Delhi, India. For details contact http://www.slp.org.in/LIPS/Lips2012.html You are requested to submit your papers on the following themes:** * * *Thematic areas * The conference will discuss all aspects of libraries. Each theme will be divided into several sub-themes as detailed below, but not necessarily limited to: *Leadership, Ethics, and Accountability in LIS* *Maximizing Leadership and Effectiveness * *Ethics and Professionalism* *Digital Library, Leadership and Ethics* * * *For details contact: *http://www.slp.org.in/LIPS/Lips2012.html** -- Debal C Kar, PhD University Librarian Ambedkar University, Delhi Library Sector-9, Dwarka, New Delhi-110077 Lothian Road, Kashmere Gate, Delhi 110006 debal(a)aud.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Migrate or Merge your LIS Group with LIS Links
by Badan Barman 10 Dec '11

10 Dec '11

Respected forum members, At present LIS Links (http://www.lislinks.com) have 6,996 Library and Information Science Professionals as members. In this occasion of happiness, I would like request you to migrate your own group related to LIS that are over Yahoo Groups, Google Groups, Facebook, Orkut, and others with LIS Links (I think we have already 80% and above members of your group in our database). Even, I will be glad to help you to migrate your group successfully. If we can merge the small groups with LIS Links it will have many benefits. We all can solve many problem at a time. Further, Your Group over LIS Links will have many facilities beyond your existing group over Google, Yahoo or Facebook. Besides private or group chat, provision of sending SMS alert, your group will have the following facilities * Your unique website address * Just like a formal website, you can create pages for your group. * Sending "comments" to the entire group members at a time. * "Discussion forum" for discussing any issues online. * "Text Box" to write content about your group. * RSS Reader to pull out contents from other. * Provision of sending email message to the entire group members. * Provision of making a group private or public. * Provision of contacting individual members. And all other facilities you saw over the LIS Links.. Thanking you, Yours faithfully (Sri Badan Barman) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Free E-books
by subhash khode 10 Dec '11

10 Dec '11

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Empowering Academic Libraries in Knowledge Society : Hurry Register Now !!!
by sandeep bhavsar 09 Dec '11

09 Dec '11

Respected All http://universityofmumbailibrary.webs.com/ National Seminar on Empowering Academic Libraries in Knowledge Society 21st & 22nd December 2011 Registration Details : Library Professionals Rs.1500/- Students Rs.750/- ( Excluding Seminar Volume ) The Registration fee covers seminar kit, seminar volume, lunch and tea for two days. On-the-spot registration on the actual run day will not be permitted. All registration must be done by 15thDecember, 2011. Seminar Venue Prof. D. N. Marshall Auditorium Jawaharlal Nehru Library, University of Mumbai Kalina, Santacruz (E), Mumbai 400 098 For more details please visit : http://universityofmumbailibrary.webs.com/ Thanks and Regards Sandeep Bhavsar Librarian Dr.V.N.Bedekar Institute of Management Studies Thane(W) 400601 MUMBAI. INDIA -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Report of Open Access Day at CFTRI, Mysore
by padmavathi t 09 Dec '11

09 Dec '11

Dear Moderator, Please announce the appended content. Regards, Padmavathi CFTRI, Mysore Report of the Open Access Day Celebration at CSIR‐CFTRI, Mysore In accordance with the CSIR open access mandate, the first ‘Open Access Day” celebration was held at CSIR-CFTRI on Friday, the 2nd December 2011 at the IFTTC Auditorium, CFTRI. The primary objective of this was creating awareness about the benefits of Open Access publishing among the CFTRI Research community. Dr. Geetha Seetharam, Head, Library, CSIR-CFTRI welcomed the gathering and gave an introduction about the open access initiatives at CSIR. The Chief Guest, Dr. Gangan Prathap, Director, NISCAIR, New Delhi who inaugurated the “Open Access Day” also launched the Eprints@CFTRI web site (Institutional Repository of CSIR-CFTRI URL: http://ir.cftri.com) The topic of his inaugural talk was “Science Communication Channels: Open access avenues and institutional repositories”. In his inaugural talk, Gangan Prathap, Director, NISCAIR said that the access to the scientific data and research papers has many advantages. The exchange of ideas and research between reputed scientific institutions in the world will be the future of science and technology. “We will be able to share and exchange the ideas about particular research process done in Brazil and China and that of India. There should not be any hesitation to make the research findings public in fear of somebody finding a mistake or pose a challenge to it. The data used by others and challenged by others is good. Science learns from mistakes and don’t be afraid of it,” he told the gathering. He cited the example of how famous drug companies in India and worldwide and retail giants like Wal-mart have a process called data mining to keep tab on their progress in the respective markets. He appreciated the role of CSIR‐CFTRI in actively advocating and promoting the OA initiatives. He congratulated CSIR-CFTRI, Head, Library & team and presented a ‘Gold Plaque' as a special appreciation award for their contribution towards the CSIR Open Access Movement. Dr. G. Venkateswara Rao, Acting Director, CFTRI, presided over the open access day. In his presidential address, he briefed about the institute’s library collection, e-resources, infrastructure and various other services offered to institute staff. He also said that CFTRI’s works and research papers were available hitherto within the campus through LAN and switching to open access would provide full text of all resources through internet. Dr. P. V. Salimath, Head, Biochemistry & Nutrition and Mr. S. N. Krishna Rao, Head, Computer Centre were also present on the dias during the Open Access Day Celebration. The technical session on “Benefits of Open Access for Scholarly Literature” was delivered by Dr. Francis Jayakanth, Scientific Officer, NCSI, IISc, Bangalore.In his presentation, he highlighted about the open access movement, journal system and initiatives being adopted globally. He also talked about the author’s concern and rights about OA. “Open Access Initiatives of NAL, Bangalore” was delivered by Dr. Poornima Narayana, Head, ICAST. In her presentation, she highlighted about the OA movement and emphasised about the CSIR OA Mandate and policy. She talked about the various initiatives taken for the establishment of NAL-IR and OA initiatives. She also mentioned of Open access day celebration at CSIR-NAL and about the NAL-IR user awareness program. “Eprints@CFTRI: IR of CFTRI- a bird’s eye view” was delivered by Mrs. T. Padmavathi, Senior Technical Officer, Library. In her presentation, shetalked about the IR initiatives at CFTRI and also highlighted the guidelines for self archiving and the publishers’ copyright policies to be followed for making the IR 100% OA. Dr. Geetha Seetharam Head, Library CFTRI, Mysore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Urgent requirement for DSpace Developer for Delhi.‏
by Vinayak Gonjare 09 Dec '11

09 Dec '11

Dear All, We are looking for .DSpace Developer for Delhi for our Company New Horizon india Ltd for our Client Location.(Interra IT) New Horizons, a joint venture of New Horizons Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: NEWH) and the Shriram group, is an Indian company with a global footprint operational since 2002 engaged in the business of knowledge delivery through acquiring, creating, developing, managing, lending and licensing knowledge in the areas of IT, applied learning, technology services and supplementary education. The company has pan India presence with 15 offices from 19 yrs in India apart Countries. http://www.nhindia.com Job Location: Delhi Exp: DSpace Developer (2 + yrs Exp) Interested candidates can revert me with their resume on the given mail id: Shweta.sonkar(a)nhindia.com or can call me on my following Contact No. Thanks and regards, Shweta Sonkar New Horizons India Ltd A-12, sector-59, Noida (U.P) Direct Ph : 0120-4680910 || Email :-shweta.sonkar@nhindia.com www.newhorizons.com || www.nhindia.com || www.nhinfomedia.com "Success is a journey not a destination" -- 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 : ICTK2012, 10 - 13 July 2012, Bangalore, India
by ictk drtc 09 Dec '11

09 Dec '11

**** APOLOGIES FOR CROSS-POSTING **** *International Conference on Trends in Knowledge and Information Dynamics** 10-13, July, 2012* *Hosted by: Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC) Indian Statistical Institute (ISI)* *Bangalore, India* *http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/ictk* Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC) of Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) was founded by late Prof. S.R. Ranganathan in 1962. We are happy to announce ICTK-2012 as part of DRTC Golden Jubilee celebrations. *CALL FOR PAPERS* We invite extended abstracts in English on a wide range of *themes and sub themes.* Broadly the themes of the conference are divided into main streams. However, authors are encouraged to submit papers on narrower and related areas, as the following are only broader guiding themes. Stream 1: Trends in Library Education and Research Stream 2: Trends in Public Library Services Stream 3: Trends in Domain Specific Information Systems and Service Stream 4: Trends in Open Access to Information and Data Stream 5: Trends in ICT applications to Library and Information Science For complete list of topics please visit * http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/ictk/themes* Extended abstract may be sent to: ictk2012 at drtc dot isibang dot ac dot in LAST DATE FOR ... - Submission of Extended Abstract: *1st February, 2012* - Acceptance of Extended Abstract: *1st March, 2012* - Submission of Full Paper: *1st April, 2012* - Camera Ready Copy (after suggestions from reviewers): *1st June, 2012* - Registration: Opens from *15th December,2011 *onwards *CONTACT AND ENQUIRY* Prof. A.R.D. Prasad (Convener - ICTK-2012) Documentation Research & Training Centre (DRTC), Indian Statistical Institute (I.S.I), 8th Mile, Mysore Road, R.V. College Post, Bangalore - 560059, Karnataka INDIA Phone: +91-80-28482711 Fax : 91-80-28484265 Email: ictk2012 at drtc dot isibang dot ac dot in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article
by ksgimahesh 09 Dec '11

09 Dec '11

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RRC Monthly Meeting- Lecture on Digital Library Perspective of Cloud Computing
by Mailing List Admin 09 Dec '11

09 Dec '11

Date: Thu, 08 Dec 2011 11:27:27 +0500 From: Upadhyay P K <pku(a)nic.in> RANGANATHAN RESEARCH CIRCLE (An organ of Ranganathan Research Trust, Regd.:25953, 1995) J8/123, Rajouri Garden, New Delhi Date : 7th Dec, 2011 Manager Program Committee SUBHASH DESHMUKH A-103, C-DOT Apartments, GH 2, Gurgaon, Haryana 122003 Ph. 01242578715, 9873680484 We have the pleasure to announce the 139th Monthly Meeting of RRC on 10th Dec.2011 (2nd Saturday) at 10.00 hrs. Venue : Conf�rence Hall (New Building) Indian Statistical Institute, Opp. Katwaria Sarai, Near Qutub Hotel, New Delhi-110 016 Date & Time: 10th December 2011 at 10:00 hrs Chairperson : Sh. Ramesh Singh Sr. Technical Director, National Informatic Centre, New Delhi Speaker : Sh. Gopal Krishan Computer Service Centre, IIT Delhi, New Delhi & Speaker : Sh. P.K. Upadhayay Technical Director, National Informatic Centre, New Delhi Topic: Cloud Computing and its Applications in Library and Information Management Kindly make it convenient to attend the meeting and participate to benefit the group by discussions. Thanking you, Yours sincerely, (SUBHASH DESHMUKH)

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Artical Required
by sridhar gowda 09 Dec '11

09 Dec '11

Dear professionals, One of our Research in need of the below article and review of literature is required, if u have, please mail to *bhyrappa.m(a)gmail.com* LIBRARY FACILITIES AND SERVICES FOR SOCIALLY DISADVANTAGED AND PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED CATEGORIES IN ACADEMIC INSTITUTIONS *Key words:* Library facilities for socially disadvantaged communities Library facilities for socially disadvantaged categories Library services for socially disadvantaged communities Library services for socially disadvantaged categories Library facilities for physically challenged communities Library facilities for physically challenged categories Library services for physically challenged communities Library services for physically challenged categories -- ** ** Sridhar M. P. Librarian, Narayana Hrudayalaya College of Nursing, Bangalore-99 Ph. +91-8867628030 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation for NCSI-Net monthly lecture-10 December 2011-reminder
by shivaram gowda 09 Dec '11

09 Dec '11

Dear Members I cordially invite you all for NCSI-Net monthly lecture scheduled on 10th of December 2011 (Second Saturday) at NCSI Seminar hall at 11.00AM. Details of the Talk: Topic: Innovations in Library Automation Process: The Trion Journey Speaker: Sven Carlson Date & Time: 10/12/2011 at 11.00 AM Venue: NCSI Seminar Hall, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore About Lecture: Library Automation and Technologies have been evolving to keep up with the ever changing times and needs of the users. We are now at a juncture where libraries need to be accessible to users 24 by 7. Huge libraries face daunting challenges in transporting the books to the right rack at the right time so as not letting users lose out on the much required resources. Keeping up with the changing trend, Trion Technologies has pioneered in return, transporting and sorting systems at the library. A one of its kind company, they have come up with total RFID solutions to libraries of every size. A Swiss based company which works both with international system integrators along with regional local partners. For existing and small libraries the company provides self-service kiosks along with single return units, which make return process accessible to patrons 24 by 7 Trion products enable the introduction of customer friendly self-service concepts while the library staff benefits from better work conditions through elimination of monotonous work and improved ergonomics. The talk would give a complete introduction to their gamut of products and display their uniqueness. About Speaker: Sven Carlson, a Norwegian citizen, has a master degree in electronics from ETH Zurich, Switzerland. Thereafter he finished a post graduate business study at the Norwegian School of Business Oslo, Norway. Mr. Carlson has started several high tech start-up companies. In 2003 he established Trion AG which develops, produces and distributes RFID-based self-service systems for libraries. Kindly confirm your participation to NCSI-Net coordinators With Warm Regards NCSI Coordinators Shivaram BS ICAST, CSIR-NAL Kodihalli Bangaluru-560017 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: Refresher Course at Gujarat University, Ahmedabad
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 09 Dec '11

09 Dec '11

Dear Professionals,Academic Staff College, Gujarat University is going to organise Refresher Course onChallenges and Opportunities in Post Modernisation of Libraries in the subject of Library and Information Science, From 9th January, 2012Interested candidate shall contact bellow mentioned person: 1. Mrs.Geeta Girish Gadhavi - Head, Deptt. of Library & Information Science, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad - 98257 85008Geeta Gadhavi <geetagadhavi(a)ymail.com> 2. Dr.Prasad Brahmbhatt - Director, Aademic Staff College, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad - 99251 59751 3. Dr.Jagdish Joshi - Joint Director, Academic Staff College, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad - 94265 87963 OR consult website at http://www.gujaratuniversity.org.in or www.ascgujarat.org for more detail e - mail : info(a)ascgujarat.org or asc(a)ascgujarat.org with personal regards Geeta Gadhavi Geeta Girish Gadhavi Asst.Prof./Co-Ordinator, Dept.of Library & Information Science, Gujarat University Ahmedabad - 380 009 079 - 2630 1363 098257 85008 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Post of Assistant Library & Information Officer jobs at National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC)
by Subhodip Bid 08 Dec '11

08 Dec '11

*Assistant Library & Information Officer jobs at National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) for Scheduled Castes by deputation: * *Location:* New Delhi Last Date: 30 December 2011 Number of Post – One ( SC) Pay Scale: (PB-3) Rs. 15600 - 39100 + Grade Pay Rs. 5400/- *Eligibility Conditions: * * * 1) Masters Degree in Library Science or Information Science or Documentation Science 2) 3 Years professional experience in a public or institutional library For more details : http://ncsc.nic.in/writereaddata/linkimages/169.pdf -- SUBHODIP BID M.Sc,M.L.I.S, AIS Information Professional National Library, Kolkata -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Job Opening for Information Management Trainee at NIFT
by anand bandi 08 Dec '11

08 Dec '11

The National Institute of Fashion Technology, Govt.of India, have a procedure to recruite the fresh MLISc Candidates as Information Management Trainee to give the opportunity to the candidates to expose themselves to LIS activities in a fully automated environment. Such selected candidates will be paid a stipend of Rs 8000=00 per month for the period of one year. On successful completion of the Traineeship, the Candidate will be awarded with NIFT Certificate which will be a stepping stone for those who aspire to be a successful Professionals. NIFT, Mumbai invite the application from MLISc Post Graduates for the position of Information Management Trainee. Intrested Candidates who are eligible may forward their CV online to the undersigned latest by 22nd December 2011. The short listed Candidates will be called for personal Interview giving 7-8 days time. Dr.A.N.Bandi, Head, Resource Centre, National Institute of Fashion Technology, NIFT Campus, Plot No.15, Sector 4, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai - 410 210. Ph.91-22-27747080/81 Mobile : 09892192799 e-mail: anb321in(a)yahoo.co.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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publication
by Rajani Mishra 08 Dec '11

08 Dec '11

Dear Moderator! Kindly publish this massage on lis-forum. Articles are welcome to be published in the Bioinfo publication which is a peer reviewed and indexed journal. Frequency is Quarterly and is a open access publication. for detail can log on to the given website. http://www.bioinfo.in/ <http://www.bioinfo.in/index.php>index.php<http://www.bioinfo.in/manuscript_submission.html> Thanks. Dr. Rajani Mishra 09452564524 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for Information
by Dr.D.P Prathap 08 Dec '11

08 Dec '11

Dear Colleagues If anybody has access to the following, please provide: *Chapter entitled "...functional genomics in sugarcane....." * *IN* *Advances in Botanical Research, Vol.60, 2011* (Elsevier publication) Thanking you Yours sincerely T.Shanmuganathan T.O. (Library) Sugarcane Breeding Institute m:9677502392 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Librarian Delhi Public School, Pune
by kamlesh hilal 08 Dec '11

08 Dec '11

Librarian *Experience: * 1- 4 Years Pune Job Summary Key Skills : "Librarian" <http://www.timesjobs.com/jobskill/Librarian-Jobs>, "Library Management" <http://www.timesjobs.com/jobskill/Library-Management-Jobs>, "Book Issuing" <http://www.timesjobs.com/jobskill/Book-Issuing-Jobs> Experience: 1 - 4 Years Specialization: Librarian Job Function: Teaching/Education Industry: Educational/Training Qualification: Post Graduation - Others -Post Graduate (Others -Relevant Stream) School & Graduation - Others -Graduate (Others -Relevant Stream) CTC: As per Industry Standards Job Description Role requires handling the work related to Librarian. Additional Information: Other liberal perks like contributory P.F. D.A as per central govt. norms,LTC, Leave Encashment, free transport, free education of two offspring, etc, as per DPS society norms. Job Posted By Delhi Public School For more than Information click on that link http://www.dpspune.com/ http://www.dpspune.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=33&Itemid=… Thanks (¨`·.·´¨) Always `·.¸ (¨`·.·´¨) Keep (¨`·.·´¨)¸.·´ Smiling! `·.¸.·´ Kamlesh B. Hilal B.R.Harne College of Engineering & Technology Wangani (W) 421503 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : kamleshhilal24(a)gmail.com : http://kamleshhilal.blogspot.com : http://www.slideshare.net/kamleshhilal/online-buying-for-librarians. Mob : 9322735397 /// 9833787311. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ -- 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 Veeru 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Dear Professionals, Will you please help me to get this article fulltext, it is an very urgent requirement for one our Resarch Scholar *1.Author*: Henk, M *Title*:Developing and implementing a Moodle-ares integration for physical and electronic reserves at a small liberal arts college(2010) *Journal:*Journal of Interlibrary Loan, Document Delivery & Electronic Reserves, Vol.no.20(3), page no-149-158. 2.Black, E.L. (2008) *Title*: Toolkit approach to integrating library resources into the learning management system . * Sourcel- *Journal of Academic Librarianship, 34(6), 496-501 -- 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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Question
by subhash khode 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Respected library professionals, At present we have MBA course in our three institutions in the campus but now we are going to close down two of them and want to merge books of closed institutes in the running institute. Is it possible to enter books of closed institutes in the accession register of running institute to utilize these books and fullfill the books' purchasing requirements of AICTE without purchasing new books. Please explain the procedure for the same Subhash Khode Librarian MIT, Ujjain -- 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 -IFLA Science & Technology Libraries
by eswara reddy deva 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Call for Papers IFLA Science and Technology Libraries Section Papers are invited to be presented at 78th IFLA General Conference and Assembly, Helsinki, Finland in August 2012 Theme: The Role of Libraries in Data Curation, Access, and Preservation: an International Perspective Data curation, access, and preservation are integral to the advancement of research in science and technology. For further definition and clarification of the role of data in research see the Digital Curation Centre (DCC) website: ( http://www.dcc.ac.uk/digital-curation/what-digital-curation) The session will focus on the role of libraries and librarians in data curation in various countries and the challenges associated with establishing and operating data curation repositories, on a local or national level. Proposals must focus on one or more of the following topics: 1. Key issues confronted in establishing a national plan for data curation 2. The role of libraries in establishing data curation repositories. 3. A financial model for sustaining data curation within the library and/or university. 4. Training and preparation of librarians to participate in data curation. Submissions Proposal abstract (max 500 words) must be submitted by January 15, 2012, on any one or more of the topics listed above, with the topic to be discussed clearly identified by number from list above. Submission is to include presenter's name, position, institution, and email address. Please note that all fees, including registration to the conference, travel, accommodation etc. are the responsibility of the authors. Notification of acceptance of proposals will be completed by February 15, 2012 Deva E.Reddy,PhD Chair, IFLA Science & Technology Libraries Section Associate Professor Texas A&M University Libraries College Station, TX 77843-5000 United States Tel.979-862-1062 Fax.979-458-0112 dereddy(a)tamu.edu -- 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 Gouri Sankar Karmakar 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Dear Professional Colleagues If anybody has access to the following articles, please provide me which is required by one of our faculty: *Puppets on a string: women’s wage work and empowerment among female tea plantation workers of Sri Lanka By Vidyamali Samarasinghee The Journal of developing areas 27 (April 1993) 329-340* -- With regards, Gouri Sankar Karmakar Librarian, Pandu College Pandu, Guwahati Assam, PIN: 781 012 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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My new assignment as Professor of Library & Information Science, Director, School of Applied Sciences & University Librarian @ Rani Channamma University
by Mailing List Admin 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2011 23:22:13 +0530 From: Pandurang Konnur <pvkonnur(a)gmail.com> Dear Friends, I am happy to inform you that, , I have been appointed as Professor of Library & Information Science, Director, School of Applied Sciences & University Librarian at Rani Channamma University Belagavi, Karnataka State. As University Librarian of Bangalore University, I have tried my best to be of some use to all of your academic life. Some of you have made very fruitful use of my efforts. I thank all of you for having given me an opportunity to serve you all. If you need any assistance from, please be in touch with me on my following email address. With very high regards to all of you, -- Dr.P.V.Konnur Fulbright Fellow University of Illinois (US) Professor of Library & Information Science, Director, School of Applied Sciences & University Librarian, Rani Channamma University, Jnana Sangama, Belagavi, (Karnataka State) email: pvkonnur(a)gmail.com

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Invitation for NCSI-Net monthly lecture-10 December 2011
by shivaram gowda 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Dear Members I cordially invite you all for NCSI-Net monthly lecture scheduled on 10th of December 2011 (Second Saturday) at NCSI Seminar hall at 11.00AM. Details of the Talk: Topic: Innovations in Library Automation Process: The Trion Journey Speaker: Sven Carlson Date & Time: 10/12/2011 at 11.00 AM Venue: NCSI Seminar Hall, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore About Lecture: Library Automation and Technologies have been evolving to keep up with the ever changing times and needs of the users. We are now at a juncture where libraries need to be accessible to users 24 by 7. Huge libraries face daunting challenges in transporting the books to the right rack at the right time so as not letting users lose out on the much required resources. Keeping up with the changing trend, Trion Technologies has pioneered in return, transporting and sorting systems at the library. A one of its kind company, they have come up with total RFID solutions to libraries of every size. A Swiss based company which works both with international system integrators along with regional local partners. For existing and small libraries the company provides self-service kiosks along with single return units, which make return process accessible to patrons 24 by 7 Trion products enable the introduction of customer friendly self-service concepts while the library staff benefits from better work conditions through elimination of monotonous work and improved ergonomics. The talk would give a complete introduction to their gamut of products and display their uniqueness. About Speaker: Sven Carlson, a Norwegian citizen, has a master degree in electronics from ETH Zurich, Switzerland. Thereafter he finished a post graduate business study at the Norwegian School of Business Oslo, Norway. Mr. Carlson has started several high tech start-up companies. In 2003 he established Trion AG which develops, produces and distributes RFID-based self-service systems for libraries. Kindly confirm your participation to NCSI-Net coordinators With Warm Regards NCSI Coordinators Shivaram BS ICAST, CSIR-NAL Kodihalli Bangaluru-560017 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy @ Dr. Hari Singh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar (M.P.), INDIA
by Veeru 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

Dear Professionals, *Dr. Hari Singh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar (M.P.), INDIA* (A Central University Established by an Act No.25 of 2009 of Parliament) Website : www.dhsgsu.ac.in Ph : + 91- 7582- 264055, Fax : + 91- 7582- 264236 Advt. No./R/A-NT/02/2011, Dated : 25/11/2011 *Librarian 01 (UR) * *Department *Jawahar Lal Nehru Library *Scale of Pay *PB-4; 37400-67000 (PB-4) AGP 10000 *Assistant Librarian 01 (UR)* *Department *Jawahar Lal Nehru Library *Scale of Pay *PB-3;15600-39100 (PB-3) AGP 6000 *Librarian/Technician 01 (UR)* *Scale of Pay* PB-1; 5200-20200 GP 2000 Detailed information regarding Educational Qualification, Experience, Application Form, Age, etc. can be downloaded from the University website * www.dhsgsu.ac.in*. Last date for submission of application is *10.01.2012*upto 5.30 (P.M.). The application should be sent through Registered/Speed Post to the *Assistant Registrar (Recruitment),* Dr. Hari Singh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar-470 003 (M.P.). *More information Visit:* http://www.dhsgsu.ac.in/infodetails.php?id=140 http://www.dhsgsu.ac.in/userfiles/Advt_NT-02_NEW2011Revised(3).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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Dear professionals please visit http://www.ngcnalgonda.org/library.html
by Laxma Reddy J 06 Dec '11

06 Dec '11

Dear Practicing Librarians please visit our site This library is automated with sioul 2.0 and web opac is available. http://www.ngcnalgonda.org/library.html Comments and Suggestions will be appreciated. With Regards, Laxma Reddy 09908115333 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ALCTS Online Course Grant for Library Professionals from Developing Countries
by sandeep bhavsar 06 Dec '11

06 Dec '11

Respected All TheAssociation for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS) is now accepting grant applications for the February-September 2012 sessions of the association’s four-week fundamentals online courses. One free seat per online continuing educational course session is available to librarians and information professionals from developing countries. For background information about the grant, including criteria for applying, please see: http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alcts/awards/grants/onlinegrant.cfm Fundamentals of Acquisitions Session 1: February 27 - March 23 Session 2: April 7 – May 11 Session 3: July 30 – August 24 TheFundamentals of Acquisitions (FOA) web course focuses on the basics of acquiring monographs and serials: goals and methods, financial management of library collections budgets, and relationships among acquisitions librarians, library booksellers, subscription agents, and publishers. In this course, you will receive a broad overview of the operations involved in acquiring materials after the selection decision is made. Note that in FOA, we distinguish between collection development, which involves the selection of materials for the library; and acquisitions, which orders, receives, and pays for those materials. Fundamentals of Electronic Resources Acquisitions Session 1: March 5 – March 30 Session 2: April 23 – May 18 Session 3: July 23 – August 17 TheFundamentals of Electronic Resources Acquisitions (FERA) Web course will provide an overview of acquiring, providing access to, administering, supporting, and monitoring access to electronic resources. It will provide a basic background in electronic resource acquisitions including product trials, licensing, purchasing methods, and pricing models and will provide an overview of the sometimes complex relationships between vendors, publishers, platform providers, and libraries. This course is sponsored by Harrassowitz. Fundamentals of Collection Development and Management Session 1: March 19 – April 13 Session 2: May 7 – June 1 Session 3: August 20 – September 14 TheFundamentals of Collection Development and Management addresses the basic components of these important areas of responsibility in libraries. Components include complete definition of collection development and collection management; collections policies and budgets as part of library planning; collection development (selecting for and building collections); collection management (e.g., making decisions after materials are selected, including decisions about withdrawal, transfer, preservation); collection analysis—why and how to do it; outreach, liaison, and marketing; and some suggestions about the future for collection development and management. This course is sponsored by Coutts-Ingram. Fundamentals of Preservation Session 1: March 26 – April 20 Session 2: May 21 – June 15 The Fundamentals of Preservation introduces participants to the principles, policies and practices of preservation in libraries and archives. The course is designed to inform all staff, across divisions and departments and at all levels of responsibility. It provides tools to begin extending the useful life of library collections. Components include preservation as a formal library function and how it reflects and supports the institutional mission; the primary role of preventive care, including good storage conditions, emergency planning and careful handling of collections; the history and manufacture of physical formats and how this impacts preservation options; standard methods of care and repair, as well as reformatting options; and challenges in preserving digital content and what the implications are for the future of scholarship.To apply, go to: https://alctsprogram.wufoo.com/forms/alcts-online-course-grant-application-… Regards Sandeep Bhavsar Librarian Dr. V N Bedekar Institute of Management Studies Thane -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Globethics.net: Keep it free - Donate a book
by atanu 05 Dec '11

05 Dec '11

Please find below an appeal from Globethics.net. Thank you for your kind attention. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Keep it free - Donate a book Gratis selamanya - Sumbangkan buku Maintenez Globethics.net gratuit - Donnez un livre 捐赠一本书，免费获得更多好书 Halte es frei - Spende ein Buch Mantenga Globethics.net gratis - Regale un libro Dear Globethics.net Participant, It was Atanu Garai, a young Indian who worked to promote internet access for Indian villages, who approached me as Founder of Globethics.net in 2006: “We need a free online library for improvement of values in our society. Can you develop it? I will support you.” Now, five years later, you are one of more than 40’000 registered participants in our global ethics network Globethics.net. You can profit from free access to over one million journal articles and books on this website. Enable others - students, teachers, medical doctors, public servants, traders, activists, especially in developing countries who often cannot afford to buy books and journals, to download them for free also in future. Support the work of Globethics.net with a donation. You can now donate directly on our website! www.globethics.net/web/ge/donations With 5 US dollars you make five articles available in the online library. With 17 US dollars you cover the costs for one year of one registered participant getting access to one million documents in the Globethics.net library. With 20 US dollars you can finance professional submissions of 50 documents into the library and allow over 40’000 participants to access for free, including yourself. With 40 US dollars you can finance an e-book and allow thousands of teachers in developing countries to access it free of charge. With 1000 US dollars you can finance a yearly subscription of three academic journals and empower students and professionals around the world who otherwise do not have access to them. Why donate to Globethics.net? Globethics.net is a non-profit foundation that offers its services thanks to funds from private and public donors. To continue offering one million full-text documents for free in its library, especially to developing countries, extensive funds are needed. If you feel committed to what we do and want to support us financially, there now is an easy way to do so. A donation page on our website enables you to donate the amount you choose in a secure way. You can either donate to Globethics.net projects in general or support a specific project. It takes only four steps to make a change and improve access to knowledge for everyone. Other ways of supporting Globethics.net If you cannot make a donation to Globethics.net there are other ways to support, Such as submitting your documents to the Globethics.net library and thus offering knowledge resources to a wide audience. The secretariat is also looking for people who can assist in translating short documents from time to time. If you can help, please contact us at infoweb(a)globethics.net. Keep it free. Share a book. Donate now. Thank you! Christoph Stueckelberger Executive Director and Founder of Globethics.net -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Three Day Workshop on Academic Writing Skills at Kerala Forest Research Institute, Peechi, Thrissur
by Vijayakumar K P 05 Dec '11

05 Dec '11

Please include the announcement of the Workshop on Academic Writing Skills in LIS-Forum *Workshop on Academic Writing Skills * *21 - 23 December 2011* * * *Organized jointly by * * * Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment, Kerala Forest Research Institute, Peechi and Centre for Information Literacy Studies, University of Kerala at Kerala Forest Research Institute, Peechi, Thrissur, Kerala** * * * * *Introduction* Realizing the need for imparting instructions related to academic/technical writing to the researchers, research guides in Science and Technology, Social Sciences and Humanities, the Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment (KSCSTE), Government of Kerala and Centre for Information Literacy Studies (CILS), University of Kerala have taken the initiative of organizing a series of workshops on Academic Writing. Taking the cue and drawing inspiration from the earlier programmes, a three day *Workshop on Academic Writing Skills* is being organized jointly with Kerala Forest Research Institute (KFRI), Peechi, Thrissur. ** *Objective of the Workshop* * *The main objective of the Workshop is to familiarize the Scientists, Research Scholars and Information Professionals with* *the latest trends in academic/technical writing including the style manuals and the reference management softwares, especially, the open sources. *Target Group* * *The Workshop is primarily meant for scientists, research guides and research scholars working in the S & T research institutes and Departments of universities. The information professionals of research institutions and universities can also participate. The number of participants is limited to 40. * * *Topics to be covered* * ** *-- The writing process -- Preparation of journal articles -- Thesis writing -- Preparation of project proposals -- Digital information sources and techniques of information search -- Reference management softwares -- Data analysis softwares -- Open access publishing -- Research quality indicators -- Style manuals and citation practices *Resource Persons* * *The resource persons include academicians and researchers who have made a mark in the field of academic writing / technical writing and experts in handling data analysis and reference management software.. *Organizers* * *The Workshop is organized jointly by Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment (KSCSTE), Kerala Forest Research Institute (KFRI), Peechi and Centre for Information Literacy Studies (CILS), University of Kerala. The Organizing Secretaries are *Dr. Ajit Prabhu, V.*, Joint Director, KSCSTE, *Dr. R. C. Pandalai,* Programme Co-ordinator, Extension and Training Division, KFRI and *Dr. Vijayakumar, K. P.,* Hon. Director, Centre for Information Literacy Studies, University of Kerala. *Venue & Date* ** * *The venue of the Workshop is Kerala Forest Research Institute (KFRI), *situated at Peechi, a sylvan location 20 km east of Thrissur, Kerala. *The dates of the workshop are 21 – 23 December 2011. *Registration* * * * *Registration to the Workshop is absolutely free. But, participants have to make their own arrangements for travel and accommodation. The organizers will provide course materials, lunch and light refreshments as part of the Workshop. Admission is purely on first come first served basis. However, preference will be given to scientists, researchers and library and information professionals serving in the R & D establishments falling within the ambit of KSCSTE. *Application* Applications should be sent by mail or e-mail in the format given in the next page on or before 14 December 2011 to: Dr. Vijayakumar, K. P., Hon. Director, Centre for Information Literacy Studies, Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 034. *Email: **kpvijayakumar2(a)gmail.com*<kpvijayakumar2(a)gmail.com> ** ** ** * * *Format of the Application Form* * * * * *Workshop on* *Academic Writing Skills* *Kerala Forest Research Institute, Peechi* * * *21 – 23 December 2011* * * * * * * Name : Designation : Official Address : E-mail : Phone Office : Residence : Mobile : Area of specialization : Research experience : (in years) Are you a research guide? : Yes/No Date: Signature Vijayakumar K P Hon. Director, Centre for Information Literacy Studies University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram -- 695 034 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for Journal
by Bharat Alasandi 05 Dec '11

05 Dec '11

Dear All Professional colleagues, one of our Research Scholar wants the following journal for his research work. If any body have the information please circulate us. *Journal of Bombay branch Royal Asiatic Society Vol. X. * Kindly do the needful oblige Thanking you -- Bharat B. Alasandi Librarian Bharatesh Education Trusts Global Business School B.C. 188 Fort Road Belgaum - 6 Karnataka E-mail : bharatalasandi(a)gmail.com Phone: 9986135406 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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REPORT- Workshop on Web Content Management (WCM 2011) held on 3rd-4th December, 2011
by zafar iqbal 05 Dec '11

05 Dec '11

Report Workshop on Web Content Management (WCM 2011) 3rd-4th December, 2011 Organized by Department of Library and Information Science AligarhMuslim University, Aligarh 202 002 “TWO DAY WORKSHOP ON WEB CONTENT MANAGEMENT CONCLUDED IN ALIGARH MUSLIM UNIVERSITY” National Workshop on Web Content Management (WCM 2011) organized by the Department of Library and Information Science, Aligarh Muslim University got off with recitation from the Quran. Dr. Naushad Ali P.M, Chairman & Coordinator of the workshop welcomed the gathering and gave an introduction about the workshop. The workshop was inaugurated by Prof. P.K Abdul Azis, Vice Chancellor, Aligarh Muslim University. He appreciated the efforts made by the department of Library and Information Science holding such a wonderful workshop on such a novel theme of the time. Subject Information Gateway in Information Technology (SIGIT--www.itsubjectgateway.com-- funded by DST, Govt. of India) also launched by the Vice Chancellor of Aligarh Muslim University in the inaugural function. During the inaugural speech, Prof. Abdul Azis said that the Aligarh Muslim University has set another milestone in the field of Information and Communication Technology with the launch of the Subject Gateway in Information Technology (SIGIT) and the 3G/Wimax service. Prof. Azis appreciated the efforts of the Department of Library and Information Science in developing SIGIT, hub of Knowledge. He said that the present era is information based and we are living in a world where only those individuals or nations will achieve success who have knowledge power. Prof. P.B Mangla, former member, National Knowledge Commission stated that Users find it difficult to locate most appropriate databases or resources to search for relevant information according to their need. In this situation portals act as an intermediary to solve the problem by customizing information content to meet specific user need. He further said that technology is the key to access the information and its management is vital for easy access. Dr. R.K Chadha, Joint Secretary, Parliament of India appreciated the department in selecting such an apt theme of the time for the workshop. He said that the technology revolution has brought many changes to the way libraries and library staff provides information to users. Librarian should use modern tools to provide quicker, more complete and more sophisticated services to the users. Prof. Anwar Jahan Zuberi, Dean Faculty of Social Science enlightened that users find it difficult to locate most appropriate databases or resources to search for relevant information to their need. Web Content Management tools will help to solve this problem in some extent.Prof. Shabahat Husain extended the vote of thanks in the inaugural function of the workshop. More than seventy working librarians all over the country were rigorously trained over two days in total of eight sessions conducted in Computer Lab, Computer Science Department and Audio Visual Hall, Department of Geology, Aligarh Muslim University. Dr. R.K Chadha, Dr. Madhusudhan, Mr. S. Mustafa Zaidi, Dr. Monawwer Eqbal and Mr. Nitin Swaroop were trainers in the workshop. Valedictory function was presided over by Prof. V.K Abdul Jaleel, Registrar, Aligarh Muslim University on 4th Dec. 2011. In the presidential address, Prof. Jaleel stated that training programs in the form of Workshops are crucial in developing the skills of the library professionals as only a competent person will be able to cater to the increasingly demanded as well as complicated ways and means of information provision. Dr. Naushad Ali P.MChairman & Coordinator of the workshop welcomed all the dignitaries of the gathering. Prof. S.M Shafi, Head, Dept. of Library Science, Universityof Kashmir, was the Chief Guest and Dr. Jamil Ahmad Qureshy, Director of Libraries, PMBFU, Al Khobar, KSA was the Guest of Honour. Prof. V.K Abdul Jaleel, Registrar distributed the certificates to the participants. Prof. Shabahat Husain extended the vote of thanks in the valedictory function. Dr. Naushad Ali P.M Chairman & Coordinator WCM-2011 Department of Library & Information Science Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Trainee urgent
by Snehashree Rahalkar 05 Dec '11

05 Dec '11

Dear Sir / Madam, Odyssey Capital Pvt.Ltd. is looking for ‘Library Trainee’ for 6 months (temporary post/ leave vacancy) at our Worli location. Job profile of ‘Library Trainee’ Qualification: • BLIS or MLIS • Advanced computer knowledge • Knowledge of Regional Language Experience: • 0 - 1 year • Good written & oral communication skill • Well versed with MS-Office, MS-Outlook. *ONLY MUMBAI RESIDENT* Job description: • Assisting in Acquisition/Subscription/Renewal of Library documents • Handling Circulation Counter (Issue-return etc.), Reader Assistance • Use of Library Software (D space), • Shelving of books & periodicals • Information search through Internet, • Any other duties assign by library lead. Salary: Salary would range between Rs. 8000/- to Rs. 10,000/- depending on candidate’s Qualification. Send your resume to snehashreer(a)ocpl.co.in with subject line ‘Library Trainee’ 10th Dec 2011. Short listed candidates will be called for an interview and test. Snehashree Shriram Rahalkar. Information Specialist, Odyssey Capital Pvt. Ltd. Worli, Mumbai-400018 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Country's first floating library in Sundarbans
by ashis biswas 05 Dec '11

05 Dec '11

Country's first floating library in Sundarbans Southern Health Improvement Samiti, an NGO, is collaborating with the West Bengal Sarva Siksha Mission, for the launch of the first-of-its-kind floating library on a motorized boat. The free-of-cost floating library will cater to eight islands in the Patharpratima block of the Sunderbans initially. Union minister of state for tourism Sultan Ahmed will inaugurate the library at Ramganga Jetty No. 1 in Patharpratima block on Wednesday. The floating library will begin with 4,000 books provided by the Sarva Siksha Mission. "We want to take the number to 1,000. The books will include both texts for secondary and higher secondary levels," Ahmed told TOI. Union minister of state for tourism Sultan Ahmed will inaugurate the library at Ramganga Jetty No. 1 in Patharpratima block on Wednesday. The floating library will begin with 4,000 books provided by the Sarva Siksha Mission. "We want to take the number to 1,000. The books will include both texts for secondary and higher secondary levels," Ahmed told TOI. The authorities were inspired to take up the project by Dominique Lapierre. Between 1997 and 2002, the famous author donated four large motor boats on which mobile boat dispensaries are being run for the islanders of the Sunderbans. The floating library which has cost the government around Rs 50,000 will be anchored beside the floating dispensary. The authorities were inspired to take up the project by Dominique Lapierre. Between 1997 and 2002, the famous author donated four large motor boats on which mobile boat dispensaries are being run for the islanders of the Sunderbans. The floating library which has cost the government around Rs 50,000 will be anchored beside the floating dispensary. But the library will not be stationary. It will move from one island to another after a week so that most islanders can access it. But the library will not be stationary. It will move from one island to another after a week so that most islanders can access it. Siksha Bandhus attached to district Sarva Siksha Mission, who hail from the islands, will keep the islanders updated about the new arrivals in the library and teach them how to use it. Siksha Bandhus attached to district Sarva Siksha Mission, who hail from the islands, will keep the islanders updated about the new arrivals in the library and teach them how to use it. (Collected from Times of India archive) Regards, Ashis Biswas Librarian, Victoria Institution (College) -- 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 Access to Legal Information & Research in the Digital Age (ICALIRDA 2012)”.
by sufian ahmad 05 Dec '11

05 Dec '11

Dear Moderator, Kindly disseminate the below given information regarding “International Conference on Access to Legal Information & Research in the Digital Age (ICALIRDA 2012)” amongst the library and information professionals. Thanks and regards. -- Sufian Ahmad (Librarian) Sahitya Akademi, 35, Rabindra Bhawan, Mandi House, Delhi Dear Sir, It’s our great pleasure to invite you to participate in the first “International Conference on Access to Legal Information & Research in the Digital Age (ICALIRDA 2012)”. A brief overview about the event is as under: Organizers: National Law University, Delhi SAARC Law Mohan Law House Location: Auditorium, National Law University, Delhi Sector-14, Dwarka, New Delhi-110078 India Main Theme International Conference on Access to Legal Information & Research in the Digital Age (29 Feb-02 March 2012) Sub Themes - Legal Education and Research: Current Development in Digital Age - Role of ICT in Development of Comparative Jurisprudence - International Law and Globalization in Digital Age - Current Trends in Legal Publishing :IPR Issues & Challenges - Licensing for Digital Resources - Best Practices of Information & Knowledge Management in Libraries - Open Access Initiatives and Scholarly Publishing - Free Access to Law Movement: National & International Perspective - Access, Authorization and Authentication of Digital Web Information - Role, Relevancy and Research: Online Legal Databases Paper Submission Dates Submission of Abstracts : 1st December 2011 Notification of Acceptance : 1st January 2012 Full Paper Submission : 31st January 2012 Registration Early Bird Registration Begin : 15th November 2011 Early Bird Registration Closes : 31st January 2012 Registration Closes : 15th February 2012 Website Complete Registration form is available online at www.nludelhi.ac.in http://www.nludelhi.ac.in/pdf/International_Conference_on_Access_to_Legal_I… We look forward to your gracious presence at the international event. For further information you are pleased to contact me. With best regards, Priya Rai Conference Convener *icalirda2012(a)gmail.com* <icalirda2012(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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Student Seminar Circular
by drtc＠isibang.ac.in 05 Dec '11

05 Dec '11

INDIAN STATISTICAL INSTITUTE Documentation Research and Training Centre 8th Mile Mysore Road Bangalore 560059 Seminar on Bridging Copyright to Open Access: The Issues and Probable Solutions Abstract: In the context of Open Access (OA) Resources, there has always been a widespread assumption that OA violates copyright law. It seems that the struggle is probably more against the perception, not the reality; to the extent that, it is often felt that to get rid off infringement has been comparatively easier than steering clear of this assumption! But, now, due to the enhanced knowledge of OA and relevant copyright issues, more and more authors started to either publish in Open Access journals directly or to self-archive in repositories. This allows the author to post his/her articles in an institutional repository as well as use the same for teaching and delivering in classroom presentations. Some renowned publishing houses e.g. Blackwell and Springer also felt the need and started allowing more and more OA options and self-archiving of articles published in their journals. This Seminar focuses on: (1) a few copyright models which distinguish the copyright and related rights in the case of traditional academic journals, for example, in which copyright is usually transferred from the author(s) to the publisher. (2) to redefine the balance of rights between authors and publishers with relevant examples. Student Presenter : Madhuryamay Das Venue : DRTC Classroom Date : 07/12/2011 Time : 2:00 pm All are cordially invited Devika P. Madalli Seminar Co- ordinator -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Nat Conf on INNOVATIVE LIBRARY SERVICES IN DIGITAL ERA - Papers invited
by Arunachalam Hariharan 05 Dec '11

05 Dec '11

NATIONAL CONFERENCE on INNOVATIVE LIBRARY SERVICES IN DIGITAL ERA (NCILSDE) SALIS - 2012 Date : 19th Jan to 21st Jan 2012 Organized by Central Library Dr. Mahalingam College of Engineering and Technology (MCET) Pollachi Jointly with Society for the Advancement of Library and Information Science (SALIS) Pre-Conference Tutorial on Eprints - an Open source Digital Repository Software : 19th January 2012 Main Conference :20th &21st January 2012 Last date for submission of Papers : 23.12.2011 Last date for Registration : 30.12.2011 Conference Web site: http://mcet.in/events/NCILSDE-2012/ http://autolib-india.net/salis/salis_nationalprog.asp OBJECTIVE OF NCILSDE : NCILSDE aims at providing a national platform to LIS professionals and all stakeholders to explore, discuss and share ideas and knowledge related to innovative and onsite library services in digital era. THEMES: 1. User Expectations and Requirements in the Knowledge Society Digital natives- curriculum - research,â€" career development and personality development â€" for academic, special and public library users 2.Information Resources and Collection Building Moving beyond library resources - resource reallocation â€" procurement, accessibility and connectivity, policy, resource requirements for various agencies - UGC/NAAC, AICTE/NBA, IMC, etc 3.Innovative Library Services innovative thinking, redefining information system and services â€" KM initiatives -knowledge based library services, information literacy - evidence based LIS practices and process 4.IT/WEB Enabled Library Services Alert/profile service using next generation web tools such as RSS, Blog, WEB 2.0 - e-learning practices 5.Digital Initiatives Building knowledge repositories for enhancing information access, OAI and open sources, user interface and preservation 6.Connecting Users to the Resources E-resources, ILL, Resource sharing, and consortium. 7.Technology Implementation for Next Generation Library Services HW/SW requirements, ICT infrastructure, information /web portal and security technologies 8.Customer Relationship Management (CRM) marketing of information products and services 9.Current Research Trends and Human Resource Management continuous learning & education, research and training â€" outreach activities, role of professional bodies in training and imparting latest knowledge, etc SUBMISSION DETAILS: Authors are requested to submit a copy of full paper through e mail format: MS-WORD, font: Times New Roman, Size, 12, space: 1.5 line, paper size: A4, column: single, reference style: APA, keyword: 2-5 words, abstract: 100-200 words, paper length: 3-8 pages in camera-ready form.Charts, graphs and photographs can be inserted only if absolutely essential at the proper place. Selected papers will be included in the conference proceedings and will also be published in SALIS journals. The editorial committee reserves right to accept or reject a paper based on the quality and committee recommendations. A declaration by the author(s) should be given separately stating that the paper has not been presented / published elsewhere. Papers accepted for presentation will be intimated to the first author by e-mail. The decision of the editorial committee regarding the acceptance of the paper for presentation will be final. Best Paper Award- Best paper award will be given to LIS professionals and students for the best paper presented in the conference For more details about the conference, please visit the conference web site REGISTRATION FEES: Programme Individual SALIS Members Students Conf & Tutorial 1200 1100 1000 Conference 800 800 800 Tutorial 450 400 300 The applicants should send their applications in the specified format along with DD (in favor of The Principal, Dr.MCET, Pollachi) to reach us on or before 30.12.2011 IMPORTANT DATES: Last date of Registration: 30.12.2011 CONFERENCE SECRETARIAT - CONTACT ADDRESS Mrs. A. Chitra Dhavaputhalvi Organizing Secretary / Librarian Dr.Mahalingam College of Engineering and Technology Udumalai Road, Pollachi-642 003. Tamilnadu, India. Ph: 91-4259-236030/40/50,Fax: 91-4259-236060/70 Cell: 9994544655 Mail ID: ncilsde12(a)drmcet.ac.in ---------------------------------------------------------------- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Job Opportunity at Children Book Trust Delhi
by Arora 05 Dec '11

05 Dec '11

About Children’s Book Trust CBT is the country’s oldest children’s book publisher, founded in 1955 by Shankar, the famous political cartoonist. It publishes titles that are household names in the country, for age groups 5-15. CBT publishes only story books, and such – and does not publish text books. Located in prime location in central Delhi, CBT also owns the Shankar Doll Museum, the world’s largest costume doll museum; and also organizes the well known Shankar’s On-the-spot Painting Competition. Requirement As part of strategy to increase availability of quality books to the children of India, CBT is currently re-defining its marketing strategy. In this process there is need of following: Position Market Analyst Experience 1-2 years (may be relaxed for exceptional candidate) Job Description  Research trends among bulk buyers (government, and private)  Maintain communication and relationship with existing sales channels  Email, mail re new book releases to existing and potential bulk clients  Organize existing sales data, and other databases  Create database of key people in governmental education sector  Create databases of potential bulk buyers, distributors  New Tenders - scan newspapers, other trade press, to identify upcoming tenders for purchase of books by government  New Tenders – ensure CBT proposal is submitted in time for new tenders  Prepare Monthly Sales Report  Digital Strategy – coordinate with IT team and editorial and organize digitization of previous titles published by CBT  Digital Strategy – coordinate with IT team to prepare e-flyers about new titles  Digital Strategy – assist the web team for marketing content  Create database of competition – and analyze trends, sales of competition  Create database of reviewers, journalists who review children books  Create database of newspaper sections that focus on children  Coordinate CBT participation in conferences and book fairs  Identify and implement strategies for promotion of book sales among school, government, retail, and individual buyers  Identify strategies for promotion of monthly magazine, Children’s World Skills Required  Internet Based Research  Business Communication  MS Excel, PowerPoint  Problem Solving Skills | Can-do Attitude  Proactive Telephone | Tele-calling Skills Interested candidates may contact Sushma Arora Trustee, CBT at sushekher(a)gmail.com for further details Sushma Arora trustee, Children Book Trust -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC-NET results JUNE 2011
by jasim s 02 Dec '11

02 Dec '11

-- Dear colleagues Once again it gifted sadness to the library professionals who went through with the UGC-NET results of june 2011.This time only 11 persons qualified(3 JRF+8 NET).lt was 5 or 6 in december 2010.I qualified NET in that December and now cleared JRF.I dont know why this low stats occuring in LIS field only.The questions were someway IT oriented in last december and it was majority conventional type questions in june.I expected much more NET clearers this time,but it didnt happen. I think a revamp should be made by LIS candidates in writing future NET exams.For the third paper i followed the "KISS" Principle (Keep It Short and Simple) this time.Wrote a small intro first for essay type questions ,then sub headings,underlining main points etc.There was no specific guide material i used,but capsulated recipes of common questions was there in mind.I request other achievers of this time to add their views to this forum. Jasimudeen.s MG University Library Kottayam Kerala *Life is like a document:what matter is how good it is ,not how long it is"* * * *"Be in touch,I am just a mail away not a mile away"..* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Kalpakkam Calling - READIT Conference
by C. Jayakumar 02 Dec '11

02 Dec '11

Dear Sir/Madam, We are glad to inform you that we are organizing a Conference on the theme Knowledge Sharing with Semantic Grids during December 28-29, 2011 at IGCAR Kalpakkam. This Conference forms a part of the series "Recent Advances in Information Technology (READIT)" organized by the Madras Library Association (Kalpakkam Chapter) and SIRD, IGCAR. READIT series of conferences are being conducted from 1995 onwards. The previous Conferences were well received by professionals engaged in IT and Library & Information services and Academic institutions. The Conference will be preceded by a one-day Tutorial on "Preservation techniques for archives" on 27/12/2011. 8th National Conference on "Recent Advances in Information Technology" (READIT) Theme: Knowledge Sharing with Semantic grids December 28 -29, 2011 Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research, Kalpakkam URL : http://www.igcar.gov.in/igc2004/sird/readit_11/8thReadit.html Conference Sub Themes Advanced Digital Library Infrastructure Semantic Web Evolution Agent Programming Grid Computing and Semantic Web Content organization and knowledge management Metadata for knowledge sharing Collaboration and Networking between libraries Digital Preservation Pre-Conference Tutorial on Preservation techniques for archives 27 December 2011 Organized by Madras Library Association (Kalpakkam Chapter) In association with Scientific and Information Resource Division Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research Address for correspondence Dr.M.Sai Baba Convener, Organizing Committee, READIT, Head, Scientific Information Resource Division, & Associate Director, Resources Management Group Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research, Kalpakkam 603 102, Tamil Nadu. Phone: +91 44 27480281 Fax: +91 44 27480096 E-mail: readit(a)igcar.gov.in ; msb(a)igcar.gov.in URL : http://www.igcar.gov.in/igc2004/sird/readit_11/8thReadit.html -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IGI Global-Encyclopedia of Digital Library :Last Call for Paper Submission
by Dr.Tariq Ashraf 02 Dec '11

02 Dec '11

**** * * * * *In sequel to* *Developing Sustainable Digital Libraries: Socio-Technical Perspective , 2010* ** ***Encyclopedia of Digital Libraries: Design and Development* An encyclopedia edited by Dr.Tariq Ashraf and Puja Anand Gulati University of Delhi, India To be published by IGI Global: http://www.igi-global.com/authorseditors/authoreditorresources/callforbookc… *LAST CALL FOR ARTICLES * *Final Submission Deadline: December 31, 2011* *Introduction* * * The encyclopedia commissioned by IGI Global attempts to capture a wide spectrum of issues involved in the process of developing digital libraries and collect the latest advancements and research on new processes, developments, and technologies for the dissemination, access, and analysis of information through digital libraries -serving as a stand-alone source for anyone requiring an instant update on the many innovations that have taken place over the past few years. It is proposed to be a type of reference work, a compendium holding information on all aspects of digital libraries, made up of individual articles written by experts on the various topics and giving a broad overview and background information and referring to a wide range of digital library practices throughout the world, filling the gap in currently available digital library literature The volumes will provide an articulated framework for analysis to help identify and understand the ever-changing nature and progressive development of digital libraries. Taking an all-encompassing overview of relevant issues from the evolution of information storage systems to the future prospects for digital libraries, the contributors are expected to provide a lucid insight to the field investigating the complex interaction of library organization and technological achievements, with special emphasis on how things are done. To this end, we propose to cover a broad range of topics, including digitization of collections, information storage and retrieval systems, indexing and classification of data, among others. Divided into three volumes, it aims to look at how a digital library is designed, giving due attention to the technological requirements; explores the status of digital libraries in the information world and their relationship with other disciplines such as economics and law giving a brief account on the evolution of digital libraries, discussing details about specific aspects . Devoted to an examination of technological issues related to the storage of digital information in various formats (e.g. text, image, sound and other multimedia), as well as knowledge representation schemes, networks and distribution, and representation of information, chapters would provide extensive theoretical and practical coverage of issues concerning the social context of digital libraries: usability and preservation, economic and legal aspects, scientific applications, and future prospects. Thus encyclopedia will attempt to make a significant contribution to the field, providing a good reading material for a ground-breaking, multifaceted investigation into the socio-technical ecologies of computers, people, and information, serving as a detailed technical treatise on digital library design and implementation'; and is 'focused upon designing and developing digital libraries', presenting a clear description and overview of all the many different facets of a digital library. Each chapter will succinctly cover its aims and spells out the many considerations that need to be taken into account when planning a digital library. It would be well referenced, so that readers wishing to delve more deeply are able to. It is a work that can be read through and also used as a reference tool in its own right. *Objective of the Encyclopedia* * * The *Encyclopedia of Digital libraries * will provide a compendium of terms, definitions and explanations of concepts, processes and acronyms. Additionally, this volume will feature shorts articles (3,000-3,500) authored by leading experts offering an in-depth description of key terms and concepts related to different areas, issues and trends in digital libraries Hoping to cover topics such as: Metadata creation and management; personal digital libraries; deployment of digital collections; AI in digital libraries; architecture of digital library systems; social web approaches; sustainable approaches; content and workflow management; electronic theses and dissertations (sourcebooks); censorship; open access; effective weeding practices; Image management; weblogs and libraries; RFID in libraries; digital humanities; digital library economics; digitization centers; green libraries; etc., the encyclopedia will put digital library in context, placing it against traditional library development . Looking at the evidence of digital library developments from around the world, the global perspective would be its biggest assets. Information Storage and Retrieval for Global Access Digital Library Planning, Development and Management Digital Library Networks and Information Sharing Digital Libraries Selection of Material/ Preserving Socio-Cultural Heritage Digital Preservation Strategies Digital Library Services Digital Library Communities Open Archive Initiatives and Institutional Repositories Digital Library Tools and Techniques Semantics, Thesauri and Metadata Digital Library Models , Architecture and Technology Digital Rights Management and Intellectual property Rights Digital Library and Sustainability User Studies and System Evaluation Digital Divide Digital Library Country Reports (SAARC Region) Digital Library Case Studies* * Submission Procedure Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit *on or before 31st May 2011 *, an article proposal clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed article. Authors of accepted proposals will be notified by *September 15, 20*11 about the status of their proposals and sent article guidelines. Full articles are expected to be submitted by *November 15, 2011 *. All submitted articles will be reviewed on a double-blind review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project. [1]<http://mail.google.com/mail/?ui=2&view=js&name=main,tlist&ver=43_L7HuMIpg.e…> *Publisher* This encyclopedia is scheduled to be published by IGI Global (formerly Idea Group Inc.), publisher of the “Information Science Reference” (formerly Idea Group Reference), “Medical Information Science Reference” and “IGI Publishing” imprints. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit www.igi-global.com <http://www.igi-pub.com/>. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2009. *Important Dates* *December 31 , 2011: *Final Article Submission Author Guidelines and Copy Right Declaration Attached. * * *Inquiries and submissions can be forwarded electronically (Word document) to:* Dr.Tariq Ashraf Puja Anand Gulati and (Mr.) Joel A. Gamon , Development Editor Editorial Content Department IGI Global (Disseminator of Knowledge since 1988) (Formerly "Idea Group Inc.") Email: *jgamon(a)igi-global.com<xxxxx(a)igi-global.com> * or igi.jgamon(a)gmail.com Website: www.igi-global.com ------------------------------ <http://mail.google.com/mail/?ui=2&view=js&name=main,tlist&ver=43_L7HuMIpg.e…> -- *Thanks & Regards* ** *Dr.Tariq Ashraf I Delhi University Library System I University of Delhi South Campus I Benito Juarez Road **New Delhi (India )110021 *I * Email: *tariq22(a)gmail.com i *tariq(a)south.du.ac.in* <tariq(a)south.du.ac.in> *I Ph: 011-24110221 **Fax: 011-24110221 I M:9868335593 I Website: ** http://www.du.ac.in* <http://www.du.ac.in/> -- 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. P. V. Konnur
by Mohan T A 01 Dec '11

01 Dec '11

Dear Professionals Let’s Congratulate Dr. P. V. Konnur for joining as Professor at RaniChannamma University, Belgavi, Karnataka. Dr. Dr. P. V. Konnur was working as Librarian, Bangalore University Bangalore.On behalf of all LIS Professionals, I extend hearty congratulations to him & wish him best of luck in his academic and research axctivity. Dr. P.V. Konnur is one of the most accomplished LIS professionals in India. He has been recognized across the country. Some of them are given below: · IASLIC-S.M.Ganguli Librarian of the year 2009, Indian Association of Special Libraries and Information Centre, Kolkata (2010) · KarnatakaStateAward for Best Librarian (Academic), Govt. of Karnataka (2007) · Dr. Harish Chandra – Sushila Chandra Best Librarian Award 2006, Society for Advancement of Library and Information Science (SALIS) (2006) · Fulbright Scholarship of United States Education Foundation USEFI - United states educational foundation in India (Aug. 2002 to Feb.2003) thanking you 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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Request for Article
by Dr.D.P Prathap 01 Dec '11

01 Dec '11

Dear Colleagues If anybody has access to the following articles, please provide: Chromosome Transmission by Saccharum robustum in Interspecific Crosses JOURNAL OF HEREDITY (oxford) (1968) 59(4): 245-247 Glover JD, Reganold JP, Bell LW et al (2010) Increased food and ecosystem security via perennial grains. SCIENCE 328:1638–1639 Thanking you Yours sincerely Shanmuganathan Library Sugarcane Breeding Institute Coimbatore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IJODLS : Published First Issue
by jiban＠isical.ac.in 01 Dec '11

01 Dec '11

Dear Professional Colleagues, It is my pleasure to announce that the International Journal of Digital Library Services (ISSN: 2250-1142) has just published its' first issue that can be accessible from www.ijodls.in We invite you to visit the Table of Contents and review the items of your interest. Submit original papers to IJODLS at chiefeditor(a)ijodls.in Thanks for the continuing interest on this Journal. Jiban K. Pal Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata ____________________________________________________________________ Quote: The secret of genius is to carry the spirit of childhood into maturity ... (Thomas Henry Huxley) This mail is scanned by Ironport -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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SNDT State level conference Paper submission date is extended to 10th December 2011.
by Bhupendra Bansod 01 Dec '11

01 Dec '11

Dear all, Paper submission date is extended to 10th December 2011. SNDT Women’s University Library is organise a State level confernce on Academic Libraries in the Electronic Era (ALEE2012) Electronic Resource Development and Access on 17th and 18th January 2012 * * *Theme*: Electronic ResourceDevelopment and Access in Academic Libraries Sub-themes * * *Scholarly Communication Processes in academic Libraries* · E-Library Resources in electronic environment · Open Access E-Resources · Digital Preservation, Digitization projects * * *E- Resources : Collection Development: Technology, Infrastructure, Policies * · Resource Acquisition and Consortia formulation · Institutional Repositories, electronic theses and dissertations * * *Library Services in electronic environment: Best practices, innovations, eco-friendly Libraries* · Information Literacy · University–College Libraries : Linkages and alliances for e resource management · Use of Social media in academic libraries, web 2.0 tools and their use in academic libraries * * * Usage and User Studies* · Usage and statistics of e-resources · Copyright and IPR issues · Marketing and Promotion of E Resources * * *Call for Papers* : Original contributions based on applications / research / surveys / practices related to the theme are invited for presentations and poster presentations. All papers should be submitted through email only. Email address to send the papers is aleeconf2012(a)gmail.com Guidelines for the Contributors: All papers will be evaluated by a team of experts. Each contributor is required to submit double spaced copy of the full paper (Not exceeding 2000 words –through e mail) and an abstract (Not exceeding 200 words) in MS WORD (2007) format in English in Times New Roman. Contributors are requested to use font size 12 in A4 size set up with one inch margin all around for consistency. References should be given in APA format. Final paper submission must accompany a certificate by the author(s) that the paper is an original piece of work and has neither been published nor submitted for publication elsewhere. * * *REGISTRATION FEE: * Rs.1200/- will include • Conference kit • CD of papers submitted • Conference Lunch & High Tea For students and retired librarians : Fee Rs. 800/- It will not be possible to provide accommodation of any type. But accommodation may be chosen from a wide range of hotels/hostels the details of which will be provided with the intimation of acceptance of paper. * * *IMPORTANT DATES:* Paper submission date is extended to 10th December 2011. Conference : 17th and 18th January 2012 Acceptance Notification : 12th December 2011 Registration Deadline : 30th December 2011 VENUE: S.N.D.T. Women’s University, Churchgate, Mumbai – 400 020 *For further information, please contact * *Dr. Sushama Powdwal, * *Organizing Secretary* *University Librarian & Head,* *SHPT School of Library Science* *SNDT Women’s University, * *1, Nathibai Thakersey Road,* *Mumbai 400 020* *Tel. 22085439, (M) 9223450056* * 22072792* *Email sushama_juhu(a)rediffmail.com* * spowdwal(a)gmail.com* -- Bhupendra Bansod, Librarian, PVDT College of Education, SNDT Women's University, Churchgate, Mumbai - 20 Mo. +91 9029092218 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Professionals on Contract basis
by Dr Ramesh C Gaur 01 Dec '11

01 Dec '11

Some service agency may like to engage some library professional for following works: 1. Classification , Cataloguing in to library software of books related to Foreign languages such as Russian and other European Languages 2. Classification , Cataloguing in to library software of books related to Tamil Language 3. A good stenographer / typist with good command over English 4. A library professional with knowledge and experience in Web designing / designing of Portal All above engagements may be on contract basis for period ranging from 6 months to 2 years. Payment may be as per experience and knowledge. Professional for classification and cataloguing may be engaged on per record / per entry basis. May send your CVs immediately at gaur(a)ignca.nic.in . If found suitable, you may be contacted directly by that agency. No query pl. Ramesh Gaur -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Workshop on Using Different Metrics for Assessing Research Productivity
by Nadeem Sohail 30 Nov '11

30 Nov '11

Dear Sir/Madam, *Library, Documentation & Information Science Division, Indian Statistical Institute, New Delhi is organising * *National Workshop on Using Different Metrics **for Assessing Research Productivity * ***during February 16- 17, 2012 at ISI, New Delhi Campus.* ** *We have the pleasure to invite you to participate in the Workshop.* ** *Themes * - · *Research evaluation* - · *Indicators of research performance* - · *Software tools for bibliometric analysis* - · *Institutional roles in research measurement* *Call for Papers* The workshop invites unpublished conceptual and empirical research papers and case studies on the themes and sub-themes of the workshop. Please note that papers presented in the workshop will be published in proceedings or edited book. ** *Guidelines for the Authors * · An unpublished original work should be submitted with a covering/copyright letter signed by the author/s. The letter should mention the sub-theme under which the paper falls. · Abstract must include a clear indication of the purpose of research, methodology, results, implications, and key references. Abstract should be of approximately 150-250 words along with minimum three key words. Full text and abstract should be single-spaced on A4 page size, 12 point font size, Times New Roman font type. · Name/s, addresses of the author/s for correspondence along with telephone. · Follow the Harvard Referencing style of citation for all references and bibliographies. · The manuscripts should be in (.doc format) sent to the Organizing Secretary at khatri(a)isid.ac.in , khatri52(a)hotmail.com For more Information Kindly visit: * http://www.isid.ac.in/~library/workshop.html* We are looking forward to welcome you to Workshop at ISI, New Delhi Campus. With best regards, *Dr. N. K. Khatri*, *Organising Secretary* Associate Scientist & In-charge, Library Indian Statistical Institute, Delhi Center 7, S.J.S. Sansanwal Marg Opp. Katwaria Sarai Bus Stop, Near Qutab Hotel, New Delhi - 110 016 Phones: 011-41493975, 9910613694 E-mail: khatri(a)isid.ac.in khatri52(a)hotmail.com Website: www.isid.ac.in -- * Nadeem Sohail Member Organising Committee O.P.Jindal Global University ** Sonepat-Narela Road, Near Jagdish Village Sonipat, Haryana-131001 R: 7503586565, O: 9991174297 E:nsohail@jgu.edu.in www.jgu.edu.in P Please do not print this email unless it is absolutely necessary. Spread environmental awareness. * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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KohaCon11 Reports
by Vimal Kumar 30 Nov '11

30 Nov '11

KohaCon11 was held 31 October to 6 November 2011 in Thane, India. Bob Birchall reports: One of the exciting aspects of the Hackfest was that a Koha training course was conducted for about 36 local librarians and students. Run over two days, the course covered all major features of Koha. Trainers were Jo Ransom (New Zealand), Marijana Glavica (Croatia), Irma and Bob Birchall (Australia) and Savitra Sirohi (India); Brooke Johnson (US) helped out and ByWater Solutions provided the training Koha instance – a real international effort! It was a pleasure to teach these librarians who were so hungry for knowledge of Koha. Also during the Hackfest the translation of Koha into Hindi was progressed and translation into Marathi started. Congratulations to the staff and students of VPM Thane for this outstanding contribution to Koha. Robin Sheat reports: A few of us got together to work on improving Koha’s Open Library integration. On the OL side there was Noufal Ibrahim and Anand Chitipothu. From the Koha side, Dobrica Pavlinušić, Ian Walls, Savitra Sirohi, and I spent time discussing how to make things work. I then spent much of the hackfest adding features to Koha that would allow Open Library to become something of a central cover repository with streamlined uploading to it. At the same time, Anand was working on the APIs on the OL side that Koha would talk to to make this easy. This project is still a work in progress, but the current state can be seen at http://bugs.koha-community.org/bugzilla3/show_bug.cgi?id=7152. For more stuff about the Open Library + Koha integration that went on, have a look at Noufal’s blog post at http://blog.openlibrary.org/?p=954. JoAnn Ransom blogged about some of her KohaCon11 experiences at http://library-matters.blogspot.com/2011/10/notes-from-day-1-of-kohacon11-i…. The slides from her keynote address are at http://www.slideshare.net/jransom/it-takes-a-village-9955138. Paul Poulain blogged about BibLibre’s presentations at http://drupal.biblibre.com/en/blog/entry/kohacon11-our-presentations. Information Courtesy: http://koha-community.org -- Vimal Kumar V. Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: www.vimalkumar.org Blog: http://linuxhalwa.blogspot.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "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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Refresher course in LIS
by Pardeep Rai 29 Nov '11

29 Nov '11

Dear Moderator kindly mail the same to the forum CPDHE-Delhi University is organising refresher course in Library and information science from 19 Dec 2011 to 7 January 2012 . http://cpdhe.ac.in form can be downloaded from the above link. -- Dr.Pardeep Rai Librarian Maitreyi College University of Delhi Chanakya Puri, New Delhi 110021( India) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation - presentations
by SRELS 29 Nov '11

29 Nov '11

Dear Moderator : Kindly arrange to announce the following presentations for the benefit of the lis-forum members. Yours truly, K.N. Prasad Executive Officer, Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science ******** Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science, Bangalore and Ranganathan Centre for Information Studies, Bangalore Cordially invite you to the presentations by 1.Dr. K.S. Raghavan, Professor, DRTC (ISI), Bangalore, on 'Designing an Undergraduate Training Programme in LIS' presented at the Workshop on Building Library and Information Science Programme in the University of Danang held from 12-14 September 2011 at the University of Danang,Vietnam. 2.Dr. I.K. Ravichandra Rao, Professor, DRTC (ISI), Bangalore on 'Citations, Relevance and Authors' presented at the 7th International Conference on Webometrics, Informetrics and Scientometrics & 12th COLLNET Meeting held from 20-23rd September 2011 in Istanbul, Tur 3. Dr. M. Krishnamurthy, Associate Professor, DRTC (ISI), Bangalore on the International Seminar on Ranganathan's Five Laws of Library Science held from 19th to 20th October 2011 at Daejon, Seoul, Korea. on Saturday, 3rd December 2011 at 6.00 p.m. at Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science 702, 42nd Cross, 3rd Block, Rajajinagar, Bangalore 560 010. RSVP: Ph: 080-23305109 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Tribute To Tagore by CUJIS
by ashis biswas 29 Nov '11

29 Nov '11

Dear All, With pleasure to inform that Department of Library and Information Science, University of Calcutta published its annual journal "Calcutta University Journal of Information Studies" (CUJIS, No. 12) in 2010 based on the university decision to publish all departmental journals on the theme "Rabindranath Tagore"to celebrate the 150th birth anniversary of the great poet. Prof. Dhrubajyoti Chattopadhyay, Pro-Vice- Chancellor for Academic Affairswrote in his Forwarding message that Dept. of LIS was the first dept who published the journal on the theme. CUJIS, No. 12, 2010( ISSN 0973-5771) :-Some of the articles (bibliographical information and abstract) in English have been given below: *Rabindranath and the University of Calcutta *Rabindranath Tagore's Vision on Value Education/ Subodh Gopal Nandi * Rabindranath Tagore's Visions and Missions for Library/ Ashis Biswas, Librarian, Victoria Institution (College), Kolkata Abstract: This paper is a tribute to Rabindranath Tagore in his 150th birth anniversary. It draws a picture of Tagore's visions and missions for library. His associations with various libraries and support for library movement have been shown chronologically in the beginning of this paper. Libraries namely Sabitri library, Chaitanya library, Rammohan library and Bengal Library Association have been mentioned here. In the second part critical analyses on his two articles, viz., 'Library' and 'Functions of a Library' have been provided. It states the ideological and functional aspects of library. The third part of this paper shows the development and organization of Santiniketan and Visva- Bharati library. The transformation of Brahma Vidyalaya into Visva-Bharati and its library's growth has been presented. This part also states Tagore's plans for the development of the Visva-Bharati library. In the last part Tagore's active involvement in the organization of rural and mobile library has been discussed. It shows the crucial role played by Chalantika or Circulating Library * Mission of Open Access System - Vision of Rabindranath Tagore/ Nivedita Bhattacharyya * Rabindranath Beyond the Library/ Pubalika Bhattacharya Maitra *Community Development through Rural Reconstruction Programme by Rabindranath Tagore: An overview with Special Reference to Rural Library Services/ Pritam Gurey * Doctoral Dissertations on Rabindranath Tagore available at the Central Library, University of Calcutta/ Dipa Roy *Rabindranath Tagore's Visions and Missions for Library/ Ashis Biswas * Tagore's Vision on Education and Libraries/ Parikshit Mondal and Snigdha Naskar * Education System in India: A View Point from Rabindranath Tagore/ Goutam Dutta Note that there are09 more articles in Bengali in addition of two articles written by Tagore. With regards Ashis Biswas Victoria Institution (College), Kolkata -- 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 Dr.D.P Prathap 29 Nov '11

29 Nov '11

Dear colleagues Please provide the following article, if available: Glover JD, Reganold JP, Bell LW et al (2010) Increased food and ecosystem security via perennial grains. *Science 328:1638–1639* Thanking you Yours Sincerely Technical officer (Library) m:9677502392 -- 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 Harish Y S 29 Nov '11

29 Nov '11

Sir One of our faculty memeber required following article if availbale please send me the soft copy of below articles. Please download the below mentioned papers from ASME digital library. E067 CUSTOMER OPINION ON PRODUCTS OR SERVICES AND TO RANK THE CUSTOMER REVIEWS BASED ON ITS FEATURES RAVI KUMAR V., K. RAGHUVEER AND ANUP ..............................87 E096 INTRUSION DETECTION IN WIRELESS SENSOR NETWORK WITH LONGER AND SHORTER TRANSMISSION AND SENSING RANGES K. RAGHUVEER AND SRIKANTH K. S .........................................229 Web link to Conference proceeding : http://www.asme.org/products/books/4th-international-conference-on-computer… -- Regards Harish Y S Librarian National Institute of Engineering, Manandavadi Road, Mysore-8, Mob - +919886384826 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Acqusition of CD/DVD
by silent listener 29 Nov '11

29 Nov '11

Dear fellow professionals, We are having CDs/DVDs accomanied with books in our Library. If we keep an acqusition register for the above what will be the format/.details in teach columns. What way should follow to give number to each item whether serial number or any letter preceed it. Let me also know that which is the best way to maintsin it other than keeping it in CD/DVD Bags. Kindly provide the details in case of any such product. Thankingyou JOSEPH ZACHARIA +919947997767 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Assistant Librarian, Express Publications (Madurai) Ltd (Chennai)
by kamlesh hilal 29 Nov '11

29 Nov '11

Assistant Librarian (2-3 yrs) 1 Opening(s) Express Publications (Madurai) Ltd * * <http://naukri.com/tieups/tieups.php?othersrcp=11497> *Experience:* 1 - 3 Years *Location:* Chennai *Education:* UG - Any Graduate - Any Specialization PG - M.Sc - Other *Industry Type:* Media/Dotcom/ Entertainment *Role:* Content Developer *Functional Area:* Content, Journalism * * Job Description The job would involve indexing of The New Indian Express & competitors, Photo Indexing, Uploading of digital pages on server & Newspapers archive maintenance. Candidate may also be required to search Internet and in-house databases to handle all type of reference queries from reporters, correspondents & Editors. Qualification • MLISc, MSc Information Science, Post Graduate in Journalism Experience: • Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience from any academic/special libraries. Preference will be given to the candidates from Tamil Nadu. Freshers can also apply. *Keywords:* Assistant Librarian, Librarian, Indexing Assistant, Researcher Desired Candidate Profile Desired Profile • Proactive efficient individual with interest to work in Library Science field • Good knowledge of current affairs • Strong English-language skills • Sound computer skills • Ability to work under tight deadlines • Ability and eagerness to learn new technologies Company Profile Express Network Private Limited, promoted by The New Indian Express group, was incorporated on August 13, 1999, under the Indian Companies Act, 1956. Express Publications (Madurai) Limited publishes the prestigious English language newspaper The New Indian Express from 21 centres in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala and Orissa. Contact Details *Company Name:* Express Publications (Madurai) Ltd *Website:* http://expressbuzz.com/ *Executive Name:* P Nataraj *Address:* Express Publications (Madurai) Ltd Express Gardens, 29, 2nd Main Road, Ambattur Industrial Estate, CHENNAI,Tamilnadu,India 600058 *Email Address:* p_nataraj(a)expressbuzz.com *Telephone:* 44-91-23457655 Thanks (¨`·.·´¨) Always `·.¸ (¨`·.·´¨) Keep (¨`·.·´¨)¸.·´ Smiling! `·.¸.·´ Kamlesh B. Hilal B.R.Harne College of Engineering & Technology Wangani (W) 421503 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : kamleshhilal24(a)gmail.com : http://kamleshhilal.blogspot.com : http://www.slideshare.net/kamleshhilal/online-buying-for-librarians. Mob : 9322735397 /// 9833787311. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Free Lancers for NewGenLib
by Jai Haravu 28 Nov '11

28 Nov '11

Verus Solutions, (www.verussolutions.biz) the developers of NewGenLib (NGL) have taken the initiative to develop Free Lancers in different parts of the country. The Free Lancers will get free training in installing the latest version of NGL (version 3.0.3), training and presumably trouble shooting. Free Lancers could be librarians or software professionals and need not have had any previous experience with NGL. Training of Free Lancers will be done online via a remote desktop application such as TeamViewer. There is no charge for becoming a Free Lancer and it is up to the free lancer to charge or not charge the library that he/she helps. In fact the remote desktop method is also being used for trouble shooting current installations as well. I think this is an innovative initiative and I hope professionals will take advantage of this and help smaller libraries to use a good library management system. Haravu -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Webchat video on " Librarians as change Agents"
by Dr.Nabi Hasan 28 Nov '11

28 Nov '11

Dear colleagues If you missed the web chat on Librarians As Change Agents, watch the video online at http://www.vimeo.com/32311075 Unfortunately, the first 2 minutes were not recorded which may contain the introductions. thanks and regards, -- Dr. Nabi Hasan Deputy Librarian, Central Library Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Hauz Khas, New Delhi - 110016, India Phone - +91-11-2659-1452 (Work) E-mail: nabihasan(a)gmail.com ; hasan(a)library.iitd.ac.in Web: http://library.iitd.ac.in/about/hasan.html -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ISiM Special Lecture (17) - Individual Differences in Phishing Susceptibility
by Athif Mohammed 28 Nov '11

28 Nov '11

International School of Information Management University of Mysore ISiM Special Lecture (17) "Individual Differences in Phishing Susceptibility: An Integrated Information Processing Model" by Dr. Arun Vishwanath, Ph.D., MBA Director of Graduate Studies Associate Professor Department of Communication Adjunct Associate Professor Management Science & Systems State University of New York at Buffalo USA Date and Time: November 30, 2011 : 11:00 AM You are cordially invited Dr.Shalini R Urs Executive Director and Professor Regards, Athif Mohammed Assistant Manager International School of Information Management (ISiM) University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysore - 570006. Email- athif(a)isim.ac.in Website: 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 Assistant Library and Information Officer (French Language) in National Library, Kolkata, Ministry of Culture
by Subhodip Bid 28 Nov '11

28 Nov '11

One Assistant Library and Information Officer (French Language) in National Library, Kolkata, Ministry of Culture. The post is Unreserved. The post is suitable for Physically Handicapped persons with Disability viz. Orthopaedically Handicapped/Locomotor disability/Cerebral Palsy with One Arm Affective (OA)/One Leg Affected (OL). QUALIFICATION : ESSENTIAL : A. EDUCATIONAL : i) Bachelor’s degree in the French Language from a recognized University or equivalent. ii) Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Library Science of a recognised University/Institute or equivalent. B. EXPERIENCE: Two years’ experience in a recognized Library or Two years’ experience in computerization of a recognized Library or Post Graduate Diploma in computer application from a recognized Institute or equivalent. DESIRABLE: Master’s degree in Library Science of a recognized University/Institute or equivalent. DUTIES: The Assistant Library and Information Officer (French Language) will be in-charge of the French division and responsible for technical and administrative jobs in the division. He/she will supervise and guide the work of his/her colleagues and recommend plan and policies for promoting readers’ service. HQ: National Library, Kolkata. -- SUBHODIP BID M.Sc,M.L.I.S, AIS Information Professional National Library, Kolkata -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article Required Urgent
by sridhar gowda 26 Nov '11

26 Nov '11

Dear professionals For one of our student Research the below journal articles are urgently required, if u have access these full text article, please mail to sridhar.cool06(a)gmail.com 1. J Paediatr Child Health. 2003 Apr;39(3):163-5. Systematic review of the role of pre-oxygenation for tracheal suctioning in ventilated newborn infants. by Pritchard MA, Flenady V, Woodgate P. 2. Intensive Crit Care Nurs. 1993 Mar;9(1):48-54. Performing endotracheal suction on children: a literature review and implications for nursing practice. by Knox AM. 3. J Paediatr Child Health. 2003 Apr;39(3):163-5. Systematic review of the role of pre-oxygenation for tracheal suctioning in ventilated newborn infants. by Pritchard MA, Flenady V, Woodgate P. 4. Crit Care Nurs Clin North Am. 2005 Dec;17(4):329-40, ix. Clinical judgments about endotracheal suctioning: what cues do expert pediatric critical care nurses consider? By Thomas M, Fothergill-Bourbonnais F. 5. Neonatal Netw. 1999 Feb;18(1):51-5. Suctioning smarter: answers to eight common questions about endotracheal suctioning in neonates. By Wrightson DD. 6. Journal of St Luke's Society for Nursing Research, 3(1), 1-10. Reaction of preterm infants to soothing care after endotracheal suction: Case study. By Kondo, Y., & Horiuchi, S. (1999). 7. Neonatal Netw. 1999 Feb;18(1):51-5. Suctioning smarter: answers to eight common questions about endotracheal suctioning in neonates. By Wrightson DD. 8. Neonatal Netw. 1991 Feb;9(5):7-15. Endotracheal suctioning and the infant: a nursing care protocol to decrease complications. By Hodge D. -- ** ** Sridhar M. P. Librarian, Narayana Hrudayalaya College of Nursing, Bangalore-99 Ph. +91-8867628030 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy at SREE CHITRA TIRUNAL INSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL SCIENCES & TECHNOLOGY THIRUVANANTHAPURAM—695 011, INDIA. (An Institute of National Importance under Govt.of India)
by DIMPLE SUDHEER 26 Nov '11

26 Nov '11

Lib.-cum-Documentation Asst.—A: Existing/Expected Vacancy - 2 (Two) [SC-1, OBC-1]; Qualification & Experience: (1) Ist class Degree (2) Ist class BLISc. (3) 1 yr. experience in the job. (4) Knowledge in computer operation. Pay Band: 5200—20200 (starting pay `8560/-) with grade pay `2800/-. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Presentations
by SARADA RANGANATHAN ENDOWMENT FOR LIBRARY SCIENCE 26 Nov '11

26 Nov '11

Dear Moderator : Kindly arrange to announce the following presentations for the benefit of the lis-forum members. Yours truly, K.N. Prasad Executive Officer, Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science ******** *Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science, Bangalore *and *Ranganathan Centre for Information Studies, Bangalore * *Cordially invite you to the presentations* by 1.Dr. K.S. Raghavan, Professor, DRTC (ISI), Bangalore, on ‘*Designing an Undergraduate Training Programme in LIS’* presented at the Workshop on Building Library and Information Science Programme in the University of Danang held from 12-14 September 2011 at the University of Danang,Vietnam. 2.Dr. I.K. Ravichandra Rao, Professor, DRTC (ISI), Bangalore on ‘*Citations, Relevance and Authors’* presented at the 7th International Conference on Webometrics, Informetrics and Scientometrics & 12th COLLNET Meeting held from 20-23rd September 2011 in Istanbul, Tur 3. Dr. M. Krishnamurthy, Associate Professor, DRTC (ISI), Bangalore on the International Seminar on *Ranganathan’s Five Laws of Library Science* held from 19th to 20th October 2011 at Daejon, Seoul, Korea. *on* Saturday, 3rd December 2011 at 6.00 p.m. *at *Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science 702, 42nd Cross, 3rd Block, Rajajinagar, Bangalore 560 010. RSVP: Ph: 080-23305109 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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PROFESSOR K.A. ISAAC COMMEMORATION LECTURE - 2011
by Sadasivan KP 25 Nov '11

25 Nov '11

Dear All, I have immense pleasure to invite you to the 7th Professor K.A. ISAAC Commemoration Lecture (2011) organized by Kerala Library Association on 2nd December 2011 at Trivandrum. The detailed programme is as under : 1. Welcome : Dr. A. Gopikuttan Vice President, Kerala Library Association & Head, Dept. of Library & Information Science, University of Kerala 2. Presidential Address : Shri K.P. Sadasivan President, Kerala Library Association 3. Commemoration Lecture : Shri T.P. Sreenivasan, IFS (Retd.) Vice Chairman,Kerala State Council for Higher Education & Formerly, Ambassador of India, Permanent Representative of India to the UN,Vienna & Governor for India of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Vienna Topic : Education for a Changing World 4. Reminiscences of Prof. Isaac : Dr. C.V. Rajan Pillai Former University Librarian, CUSAT & Head, Dept. of Library & Information Science, M.G. University 5. Vote of Thanks Shri A. Hashim Treasurer, Kerala Library Association Date, Time & Venue : 2nd December 2011 ; 3.30 pm ; DLIS Lecture Hall,University of Kerala K.P. Sadasivan President Kerala Library Association 36, II Floor ,Kairalie Plaza, Karamana, Trivandrum - 695 002 919447903282 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Journals publication and Impact Factor
by Ratnakar Aspari 25 Nov '11

25 Nov '11

Dear Moderator: I request you to post this on lis-forum. Thanking you A. Ratnakar New Delhi ___________ There is an interesting editorial by Prof. Balaram in the latest issue of "Current Science" (25th Nov 2011) titled "Journals : Costs amd Impact Factor" in which he discusses about the publishing empire of Rupert Murdoch which is in news in recent times for wrong reasons, George Monbiot's article in Guardian dated 29 August 2011 and to one of his pet peeves (Balaram's words) - the costs of maintaining academic libraries where science journals ‘consume 65% of their budgets. He also touches upon Scientometrics and the Impact Factor issues. He concludes "As the number of scientific institutions grows rapidly in India, there is an urgent need to review journal pricing policies of commercial publishers and to adopt a more informed and tempered view of bibliometric indices in assessments of scientific research". For full details access http://www.ias.ac.in/currsci/25nov2011/1259.pdf. Ratnakar New Delhi -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Workshop on Library Management using 21st century Tools and Techniques at Alandi, Pune
by Vandana Khandelwal 25 Nov '11

25 Nov '11

Dear moderator, Please announce workshop information once again as there is correction in the previous dates. Dear LIS Professional, We are pleased to inform you that MIT PUNE`sMaharashra Academy of Engineering Alandi (D) and Algorhythms Consultants Pvt. Ltd. is organizing a two daysNational workshop on "Library Management using 21st century Tools and Techniques"on 16th and 17th, November 2011. The objective of the workshop is to encourage and create awareness among library professionals about present day trends in library automation to enhance library services. Practice sessions of these tools will be conducted with SLIM21 library management software. We extend this warm invitation to all the eminent LIS Professional to participate in this workshop. Registration-Early bird offer for the workshop is Rs.1500/-; this offer is valid till the 05 December 2011. After the cut-off date the Course fees is Rs. 1800/-. Kindly send, the dully filled registration form along with the DD of Rs. 1500/- in favour of the “Principal, MAE Alandi, Pune” payable at Alandi, Pune; to the Workshop Convener on or before 05 December 2011. The Target Audience: Library and Information Technology Specialists from, Colleges, Universities, Industries, Library Science Teachers and Students. The number of participants is restricted to 30 and admission will be strictly on a first-come-first-served basis. Accommodation will be provided on first come first basis at very nominal charges on prior intimation You are kindly requested to give this event a wide publicity. We look forward to meet you in this workshop. Please see the brochure for details of the workshop on our web site www.maepune.ac.in. Thanking you and looking forward for your active participation. (Ms. Vandana Khandelwal) Librarian & Workshop Convenor Maharashtra Academy of Engineering Alandi (D) Tal. Khed, Dehu Phata Dist. Pune 412 105 020-30253600,30253541 vbkhandelwal(a)lib.maepune.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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request
by manoj verma 24 Nov '11

24 Nov '11

Dear Sir/Madam, If you have the following article then provide me so that I can give it to my user. The details is as below- Cholin, V. S. (2005), 'Study of the application of information technology for effective access to resources in Indian university libraries', The International Information & Library Review 37(3), 189-197 thanks manoj MANOJ KUMAR M.Sc.(Physics), MLISc., M.PHIL(LIS)., UGC-NET(Jun. & Dec., 2006), ADCA LIBRARIAN Dr. Ambedkar Government P.G.College Unchahar, Raebareli UP-229404 www.dagpgcunchahaar.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy, Dnyan Ganga Education Trust's International School, Thane
by kamlesh hilal 24 Nov '11

24 Nov '11

*Dnyan Ganga Education Trust's International School* Dnyan Ganga Education Trust's International School - Thane, Maharashtra <http://www.indeed.co.in/rc/clk?jk=6c89bc601d675ba4&from=vj&grandfrom=ja&tk=…> *(ICSE Board) Vacancies For The Following Post:* C.E.O/ Administrative Officer Principal (Five/ ten years of experience) Vice-Principal Subject Teachers pre-primary, primary and secondary sections Activity Teachers sports, music, yoga, art and craft and computer. Librarian Administrative Staff Clerks (Graduation with Computer excellence) Apply within ten days with Bio-Data. Founder and Chairman Prof. B.D. *Add.* Patil M.A, MA, M.Phil, B.Ed Behind M.J.J. Shah Polytechniqe College, Kasarvadavali Naka, Ghodbunder Road-Thane (W) Tel: 022 2597187/ 25973273 -- Thanks (¨`·.·´¨) Always `·.¸ (¨`·.·´¨) Keep (¨`·.·´¨)¸.·´ Smiling! `·.¸.·´ Kamlesh B. Hilal B.R.Harne College of Engineering & Technology Wangani (W) 421503 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : kamleshhilal24(a)gmail.com : http://kamleshhilal.blogspot.com : http://www.slideshare.net/kamleshhilal/online-buying-for-librarians. Mob : 9322735397 /// 9833787311. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library science 000? why not 300?
by P. S. MANJUNATHA 24 Nov '11

24 Nov '11

Respected Professionals, library science as part of the social sciences in the context of traditional library services and the role of libraries in society and education. These are indeed important roles, and the DDC makes explicit provision for each. However, the field of library and information science, like computer science, is truly interdisciplinary in nature and is broader than traditional library services. Main class 000 Computer science, information & general works includes 001 Knowledge, 001.4 Research, 004-006 Computer science, and 069 Museology—all interdisciplinary fields closely allied with the interdisciplinary field of library and information science. Regards, P. S. MANJUNATHA LIBRARIAN B.N.M.I.T. SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES BANGALORE -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC NET Suggestion
by Arun Kumar 23 Nov '11

23 Nov '11

Please inform me which book is better for passing paper I and Paper III Your's Arun Kumar T.S East Point College of Engineering and Technology Bidarahalli Bangalore Email: tsarunkumarmsc(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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ISBN
by Mailing List Admin 23 Nov '11

23 Nov '11

Date: Wed, 23 Nov 2011 11:18:38 +0530 From: Bindu Sharma <bindu(a)origiin.com> Dear Friends, We releases Dictionary on Indian Patent Law recently and want to have ISBN number for the same. Please let me know how to get it and roughly how much time does it take. Thank you. Best regards, Bindu Sharma Patent Attorney Origiin IP Solutions LLP #51, 15th Cross, HSR Layout, Sector 4, Bangalore-560034, India Email: <mailto:anita@origiin.com> bindu(a)origiin.com | Mobile: +919845693459 | <http://www.origiin.com/> www.origiin.com Linkedin Profile: <http://www.linkedin.com/in/bindusharma> http://www.linkedin.com/in/bindusharma Blogs: <http://origiinipae.blogspot.com/ > http://origiinipae.blogspot.com/ , <http://inventorshub.blogspot.com/> http://inventorshub.blogspot.com/

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Please mail your IATLIS Conference PPTs, accommodation requirements and travel plans to Mrs. Geeta Gadhvi
by Jagtar Singh 23 Nov '11

23 Nov '11

Dear All, As coundown for the XXVIII IATLIS National Conference, being held at Gujarat University, Ahmedabad from 26-28 November 2011 has already started. I request you all kindly to mail your IATLIS Conference PPTs, accommodation requirements, and travel plans to Mrs. Geeta Gadhvi to avoid last minute problems. Otherwise, it will be very difficult to find accommodation for you and receive you. Pl take care. Mrs. Geeta Gadhvi's email address is: "Geeta Gadhavi" <geetagadhavi(a)ymail.com> Warm regards, Jagtar Singh Dr. Jagtar Singh, President, Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS) & Professor, Department of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala Pin - 147 002 (India) Email: jagtar.kindu(a)gmail.com Tel: +91 (0)175 304 6179 (Work) +91 (0)175 228 2727 (Home) Fax: +91 (0)175 228 3073 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Koha Trademark Fund - A request for support and donations
by Indranil Das Gupta 22 Nov '11

22 Nov '11

Dear all, Forwarding this request from Joann Ransom, Head of Libraries, Horowhenua Library Trust, New Zealand - the birthplace of Koha. If you are a Koha user or feel passionate about FOSS in the library, this is the time to support them, and in turn support *us*. thanks and regards -indranil das gupta ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Joann Ransom <jransom(a)library.org.nz> Date: 2011/11/22 Subject: [Koha-devel] Plea for help from Horowhenua Library Trust re: Koha To: koha-devel(a)lists.koha-community.org, koha <koha(a)lists.katipo.co.nz>, web4lib(a)webjunction.org As I am sure most of you are aware, Horowhenua Library Trust is the birth place of Koha and the longest serving member of the Koha community. Back in 1999 when we were working on Koha, the idea that 12 years later we would be having to write an email like this never crossed our minds. It is with tremendous sadness that we must write this plea for help to you, the other members of the Koha community. The situation we find ourselves in, is that after over a year of battling against it, PTFS/Liblime have managed to have their application for a Trademark on Koha in New Zealand accepted. We now have 3 months to object, but to do so involves lawyers and money. We are a small semi rural Library in New Zealand and have no cash spare in our operational budget to afford this, but we do feel it is something we must fight. For the library that invented Koha to now have to have a legal battle to prevent a US company trademarking the word in NZ seems bizarre, but it is at this point that we find ourselves. So, we ask you, the users and developers of Koha, from the birth place of Koha, please if you can help in anyway, let us know. Regards, Jo. -- Joann Ransom RLIANZA Head of Libraries, Horowhenua Library Trust. -- Indranil Das Gupta Phone : +91-98300-20971 Blog : http://indradg.randomink.org/blog IRC : indradg on irc://irc.freenode.net Twitter : indradg -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Please exchange editable Office documents only in ODF Format. No other format is acceptable. Support Open Standards. For a free editor supporting ODF, please visit LibreOffice - http://www.documentfoundation.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Global Awareness Programme
by Benny M D 22 Nov '11

22 Nov '11

Dear Professionals, This is with reference to one of my previous communications to this forum (given below) regarding resources for Global Awareness Programme (GAP) for students in Middle and Senior School. After a lot of online research, and discussions with professional friends around the world, we have come across an excellent online current affaires service called "THE DAY <http://www.theday.co.uk/> "(www.theday.co.uk <http://www.theday.co.uk/> ) linking the daily news to different parts of the school curriculum. We are using this resource for the last one year and found it very useful. This online daily news service for 11-18 year olds provide three stories a day, linking the news with the full curriculum and these stories come complete with discussion points and class activities, and are perfect for assemblies, Citizenship, formative assessments, class projects and assignments, commentaries in various subjects, general awareness programmes (GAP), extended essays and theory of knowledge topics or as topical introductions to any subject. It's popular with teachers because it helps to save them time and engage their students. "This is an international service created in the UK with a mission <http://www.theday.co.uk/info/our-mission> to raise the aspirations and abilities of students and prepare them for the wider world. Launched by a group of professional journalists formerly of The Financial Times, "The Day <http://www.theday.co.uk/> " already deliver to more than 1800 schools in the UK and in 15 other countries including international schools in India such as "The International School Bangalore" (TISB). " For a school with 500 students, it will cost less than 40 Rupees per student for an annual subscription for the whole school. Those of you professionals looking for similar resources may visit the below links for more information and for a three weeks subscription free of charge <http://www.theday.co.uk/sign-up/sign-up-schools-3-weeks-free-trial> . 1. http://www.theday.co.uk/info/the-day-explained <http://www.theday.co.uk/info/the-day-explained> 2. http://www.theday.co.uk/ <http://www.theday.co.uk/> 3. http://www.theday.co.uk/sign-up/sign-up-schools-3-weeks-free-trial <http://www.theday.co.uk/sign-up/sign-up-schools-3-weeks-free-trial> Best wishes Benny M.D. TISB www.tisb.org <http://www.tisb.org/> [LIS-Forum] Global awareness Programme Benny M D benny at tisb.ac.in <mailto:lis-forum%40ncsi.iisc.ernet.in?Subject=Re%3A%20%5BLIS-Forum%5D%2 0Global%20awareness%20Programme&In-Reply-To=%3C74C4CA3A0311AD4FB125E3EC6 5BBF5FA037F5189%40tisb-srv.tisb.ac.in%3E> Wed Sep 15 15:03:08 IST 2010 * Previous message: [LIS-Forum] ubutu help <http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/pipermail/lis-forum/2010-September/011176.htm l> * Next message: [LIS-Forum] Any library subscribes Journal of Academic Librarianship <http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/pipermail/lis-forum/2010-September/011178.htm l> * Messages sorted by: [ date ] <http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/pipermail/lis-forum/2010-September/date.html# 11177> [ thread ] <http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/pipermail/lis-forum/2010-September/thread.htm l#11177> [ subject ] <http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/pipermail/lis-forum/2010-September/subject.ht ml#11177> [ author ] <http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/pipermail/lis-forum/2010-September/author.htm l#11177> ________________________________ Dear Professionals, We are looking for a good resource for our Global Awareness Programme in the Middle School. Our interest is in resources which are updatable at least once in every 6 months and which primarily consist of worldwide newspaper and magazine articles on a range of themes (in a ring binder) which are added to when the supplement comes out. The themes should include topics such as global warming, medical ethics, social responsibility, international relations, poverty eradication, disease control, politics, etc. In case if any of you are using similar resources in your school kindly provide the details. Best wishes Benny M.D. HoD, Department of Library The International School Bangalore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Virtual Learning Resource Center and Digital Library, Gulbarga University, Gulbarga- Online voting - digitalLEARNING::eINDIA 2011 Awards
by suresh jange 22 Nov '11

22 Nov '11

Dear Sir/ Madam, I am pleased to inform you that the Virtual Learning Resource Center and Digital Library of Gulbarga University Library has been nominated for the digitalLEARNING :: eiNDIA 2011 Awards under the category “Digital Learning : Education - Best ICT enabled University of the Year”.  Online voting for the Awards is on now and closes on 10th December 2011.  In this connection I appeal your kindself to caste your valuable vote using following link and vote for VLRC&DL : Virtual Learning Resource Centre and Digital Library :: Gulbarga University Library, Karnataka, INDIA as Best ICT Enabled University of the Year. Kindly use following steps: http://www.e-india.net.in/2011/Newsletter-images/eINDIA-2011-votenow.html Click on Vote Now (Mouse appearing on top right side of the menu) Click on Digital Learning Awards- Vote Fill the voter registration form v     After! that in the second page, select v     Best ICT Enabled University of the Year - VLRC&DL : Virtual Learning Resource Centre and Digital Library :: Gulbarga University Library, Karnataka, INDIA v     Finish the form by clicking Finish Button.With regards, Yours sincerely, Dr Suresh JangeDeputy LibrarianGulbarga University, Gulbarga body { background: #FFF; } Dr. Suresh Jange, IFLA-ALP Fellow Deputy Librarian, Virtual Learning Resource Centre Central Library, `Jnana Ganga�, Gulbarga University, Gulbarga � 585 106 Karnataka, India E-mail: suresh_jange(a)rediffmail.com URL-www.freewebs.com/sureshjange/ Phone: 91-08472-263260 (O), 91-09902570129 (M) -- 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 Harish Y S 22 Nov '11

22 Nov '11

Sir One of our faculty memeber required following article if availbale please me the below articles. http://www.sciencedirect.com/science?_ob=ArticleListURL&_method=list&_Artic… Deposition of molybdenum chalcogenide thin films by the chemical deposition technique and the effect of bath parameters on these thin films Original Research Article Materials Research Bulletin, Volume 25, Issue 1, January 1990, Pages 15-23 P. Pramanik, S. Bhattacharya and http://www.springerlink.com/content/q503214480708444/ Preparation and characterization of thin films of molybdenum sulphide and selenide by a chemical deposition technique P. Pramanik and S. Bhattacharya -- Regards Harish Y S Librarian National Institute of Engineering, Manandavadi Road, Mysore-8, Mob - +919886384826 ysharish(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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Submission Date Extended - JSS College Conference @ Mysore
by JSS Conf 2011 22 Nov '11

22 Nov '11

Dear LIS Friends, The organizer have received overwhelming response from the library community for UGC sponsored National Conference on *Managing Academic Libraries: Issues and Trends* to be held on December 16-17, 2011 at JSS College, Mysore. As many of the potential authors have requested time to finalize on their paper. The conference organizing committee is pleased to extend the submission date for research paper till *Wednesday, November 30, 2011*. You are requested to kindly submit a paper relevant to the theme of the conference before the said date. Please visit the conference web page www.sdmimd.ac.in/jssconf2011 <http://www.sdmimd.ac.in/jssconf2011/index.html>for more information. The acceptance or otherwise of the submitted papers will be informed by December 5, 2011. For any further clarification contact Mr. M.C. Siddalingaswamy, Organizing Secretary @ mcsiddalingaswamy(a)gmail.com With Sincere Regards, *JSS Conference 2011* JSS College of Arts, Commerce & Science Ooty Road, Mysore – 570 025 Website: www.sdmimd.ac.in/jssconf2011 ------------------------------------------------------------ *M.C. Siddalingaswamy * Organizing Secretary Mobile: +91 9900335780 ; Email: mcsiddalingaswamy(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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Call for papers in ‘International Journal of Information Research (ISSN: 2249-8192)
by Shriram Pandey 22 Nov '11

22 Nov '11

Dear Sir, Please post the following massage in Forum. Dear Sir/Madam, I am very pleased to inform all of you that with the work of national and International editorial board member and review committee we have launched an ‘International Journal of Information Research (ISSN 2249-8192)’ on the completion of 100 years of Library and Information Science education in India. The first issue of September, 2011 appeared with the following articles. TABLE OF CONTENTS Editorial What’s missing from Google Books? Michele Seikel and Thomas Steele pp. 1-6 Beyond Web 2.0: semantic web and it’s influence on library services John Paul Anbu K. and Sridevi Jetty pp. 7-14 Virtual reference services at the main library of King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: a case study Md. Safiqur Rahaman and Khadeeja Ansari pp.15-28 Self-archiving in open access institutional repositories: whose court is the ball in? Rupak Chakravarty pp. 29-36 Current trend and development of institutional repositories in India Rashmi Rekha Gohain pp.37-56 Information literacy competency among the post-graduate students: a case study Madhusoodanan C. and A.K. Baradol pp.57-69 Reading and library usage habits of the college students Fayaz Ahmad Loan pp.70-82 Preservation and access to manuscript heritage in India Ramesh C. Gaur pp.83-98 A bibliometric analysis of the ‘IFLA Journal’ during 2006-2010 Akhtar Hussain and Nishat Fatima pp.99-110 Development of Indian agricultural libraries from NATP to NAIP with special reference to information and communication technology applications Sunil Goria pp.111-124 Book Review Distribute learning and Virtual librarianship Akhilesh K.S. Yadav p.125 The philosophy of software: Code and mediation in the digital age V.K. Mishra p.126 Creating the customer-driven library: Building on the bookstore model Ajay Kumar p.127 I am glad to invite you to submit your article for the March, 2012 issue of ‘International Journal of Information Research (ISSN: 2249-8192)’. The International Journal of Information Research is a fully peer-reviewed print as well as online open access scholarly journal that is being published quarterly by the ‘Society for Scholarly Publishing and Open Access Resources (SPOARS)’. This is a print as well as an online open access journal for library, information and management (LIM) professionals. In this journal articles, reviews, proceeding papers, and news items, etc are published. SUBMISSION GUIDELINES a) Authors are requested to submit their manuscripts in .doc or .rtff format by email attachment to editorijir(a)gmail.com. Submissions should not be longer than 5,000 words including abstract, figures, tables, references and appendices. All manuscripts submitted to the journal will be double-blind refereed by expert and members of the editorial board. The journal’s committee will remove personal details for the purpose of blind review process. b) The Journal’s committee may also decide for open review process. Therefore, for fast processing of peer-review, author can also send two reviewers name in their concerned specialised areas. But, it will be decided by the journal’s committee that nominee by authors would review the article or not. c) Manuscript should start with the title of paper, names of the authors and affiliations, the full address and E-mail ID with contact numbers. When the paper is published online there will be a link to the authors email address so that readers can contact you for further information. It is also required but not compulsory that author will submit his brief introduction for publication with article. d) Authors are requested to submit his manuscripts with abstracts of 250-300 words outlining the objectives, scope, methodology, key findings of the paper, and its implications with selected keywords. It is important that the abstracts should be clear, easily understandable, specific and in concise form. e) Manuscript reference style should be properly into APA (American Psychological Association) format. Fonts of the articles should be into twelve (12) points and in ‘Times New Roman’ style. f) Contributors should also provide at least three broad terms or keywords for search facility that highlight the topics covered by the paper. Within the journal website there will be a search facility to look for papers that have been published and the keywords will be used in conjunction with this. Scope and Coverage Authors are requested to submit manuscript related to the trends and developments in the field of library and information studies. Research outcomes will be accepted for publication only on the basis of its originality, methodology and implications. The journal accepts academically robust papers, topical articles and case studies that contribute to the area of research and practice of Information Science. The journal publishes works in the categories: research papers, case studies, conference reports, view points and book reviews. Here are some sub-themes of the journal’s scope and coverage: Knowledge Management; Information Seeking Behaviour; Research Methodology; Training, Research and Development; Information Literacy; Information Literacy Skills; Models of Information Literacy; Digital and Hybrid Libraries; Digital Collection and Preservation; Collection Development and Management; Electronic Publishing and Open Access; Library Automation: Classification, Cataloguing and Organizations; Virtual Reference Services; Databases and Information Retrieval Techniques; Human, Culture and Technology Drivers; Institutional Repositories; Knowledge Discovery Tools and Techniques; Web Ontology; Data Mining and Web Analysis; Search Techniques and Page Ranking; Semantic Web; Metadata Harvesting and Web Resources; Federated Search; Standards and Protocols; Knowledge, Architecture and Mapping; Interoperability Issues; Open Source Software; Social Networking; Knowledge Networks; User Assessment Tools and Techniques; Intellectual Property Right (IPR), Copyright and Plagiarism; Information Seeking Pattern in Digital Environment; Usage Statistics; Research and Performance Evaluation; Citation Analysis; Knowledge Dissemination Mechanism and Practices; Open Access and Knowledge Dissemination; Scholarly Communications, Grey Literature; Institutional Repositories; Knowledge Processing and Content Organization; Role of Web in Information Dissemination; Social Networking; Library and Information Science Education; LIS Curriculum Development; Information Studies; LIS Education: Problems and Issues; Curriculum Framework; Competency based Curriculum; Research and Development; Teaching Practice and Techniques; Current Tends and Development; Competencies, etc and all areas of library and information science and management. =================================== Best Regards Prof. H. N. Prasad, Editor-in-Chief Department of Library and Information Science Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi (U. P.) PIN -221 005 (India) Contact No. +91- 9415336709 (Mob.) Email ID: editorijir(a)gmail.com http://www.bhu.ac.in/dlis/ ==================================== -- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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LIS Research Interns: Walk-in-Interviews at NISCAIR
by G Mahesh 22 Nov '11

22 Nov '11

NISCAIR is holding a walk-in-interview for four positions of CSIR Diamond Jubilee Research Interns in the field of Library and Information Science. The candidates should have first class in M Lib Sci with a BSc degree. Age not exceeding 25 years. The interview will be held on 24.11.2011 (Thursday). More details available at: http://www.niscair.res.in/Downloadables/RI-Advt-14nov11-revised.pdf G. Mahesh Principal Scientist NISCAIR ----------------------------------------- This email was sent using NISCAIR's web mail service. "" http://niscair.res.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 jasim s 21 Nov '11

21 Nov '11

dear colleagues Kindly forward me the soft copy of the following article.its urgent pls... www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1383586603002648 title:interactions of metal ions with chitosan based sorbents:review Jasimudeen.s MG University Library Kottayam Kerala -- Jasimudeen.s *Life is like a document:what matter is how good it is ,not how long it is"* * * *"Be in touch,I am just a mail away not a mile away"..* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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State level confernce at SNDT Mumbai
by Bhupendra Bansod 21 Nov '11

21 Nov '11

SNDT Women’s University Library is organise a State level confernce on Academic Libraries in the Electronic Era (ALEE2012) Electronic Resource Development and Access on 17th and 18th January 2012 * * *Theme*: Electronic ResourceDevelopment and Access in Academic Libraries Sub-themes * * *Scholarly Communication Processes in academic Libraries* · E-Library Resources in electronic environment · Open Access E-Resources · Digital Preservation, Digitization projects * * *E- Resources : Collection Development: Technology, Infrastructure, Policies * · Resource Acquisition and Consortia formulation · Institutional Repositories, electronic theses and dissertations * * *Library Services in electronic environment: Best practices, innovations, eco-friendly Libraries* · Information Literacy · University–College Libraries : Linkages and alliances for e resource management · Use of Social media in academic libraries, web 2.0 tools and their use in academic libraries * * * Usage and User Studies* · Usage and statistics of e-resources · Copyright and IPR issues · Marketing and Promotion of E Resources * * *Call for Papers* : Original contributions based on applications / research / surveys / practices related to the theme are invited for presentations and poster presentations. All papers should be submitted through email only. Email address to send the papers is aleeconf2012(a)gmail.com Guidelines for the Contributors: All papers will be evaluated by a team of experts. Each contributor is required to submit double spaced copy of the full paper (Not exceeding 2000 words –through e mail) and an abstract (Not exceeding 200 words) in MS WORD (2007) format in English in Times New Roman. Contributors are requested to use font size 12 in A4 size set up with one inch margin all around for consistency. References should be given in APA format. Final paper submission must accompany a certificate by the author(s) that the paper is an original piece of work and has neither been published nor submitted for publication elsewhere. * * *REGISTRATION FEE: * Rs.1200/- will include • Conference kit • CD of papers submitted • Conference Lunch & High Tea For students and retired librarians : Fee Rs. 800/- It will not be possible to provide accommodation of any type. But accommodation may be chosen from a wide range of hotels/hostels the details of which will be provided with the intimation of acceptance of paper. * * *IMPORTANT DATES:* Paper and Abstract Submission : 30th November 2011 Conference : 17th and 18th January 2012 Acceptance Notification : 12th December 2011 Registration Deadline : 30th December 2011 VENUE: S.N.D.T. Women’s University, Churchgate, Mumbai – 400 020 *For further information, please contact * *Dr. Sushama Powdwal, * *Organizing Secretary* *University Librarian & Head,* *SHPT School of Library Science* *SNDT Women’s University, * *1, Nathibai Thakersey Road,* *Mumbai 400 020* *Tel. 22085439, (M) 9223450056* * 22072792* *Email sushama_juhu(a)rediffmail.com* * spowdwal(a)gmail.com* -- Bhupendra Bansod, Librarian, PVDT College of Education, SNDT Women's University, Churchgate, Mumbai - 20 Mo. +91 9029092218 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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KALA National Conference on "Libraries and Development: Present and Future" on 9, 10 & 11 February 2012
by rajendrababu.hanumanthappa＠wipro.com 21 Nov '11

21 Nov '11

Dear LIS Professionals, KALA is happy to announce The National Conference on "Libraries and Development: Present and Future" to be held on 9th ,10th & 11th February 2012 in Shravanabelagola, Karnataka. Conference Theme: “Libraries and Development: Present and Future” Sub Themes: Privatisation of libraries (public libraries) with emphasis on public-private partnership Financial resource mobilization including fee-base services Karnataka Public Libraries Act (1965) Metrics Management Measuring Scholarly Impact Public Libraries: · Community Information centers; Information kiosks; Tele centers vis-à-vis public libraries. · Public Library situation in different states (situation reports) · Public Libraries vis-à-vis distance education · Collection development/ Evaluation · Staff position · Use/ User studies · Rural Libraries School and College Libraries · Library services in Schools and Colleges · School library management · Collection Development and Organization · New models of acquisition (e-books, e-journals) · Case Studies and Best Practices · Use/ User studies · Digital Libraries · Library Automation · Institutional Repositories (IR) · Library website · College Library consortia Special/ Industrial Libraries · Best practices · Web based information services · Innovative information services · Competencies/ Skills required Call for Papers Original contributions based on applications/ deployments/ research/ surveys/ best practices related to the theme and subthemes mentioned, are invited for conference presentations and poster presentations. Based on technical committee's recommendations, papers for the national conference shall be selected and published in the conference volume. Registration for all authors is mandatory for paper presentation. Paper Submission · Authors may submit their papers on or before 22nd December 2011. · Papers should be submitted in a detailed format suggested in the conference website. · Acceptance of paper for presentation will be intimated to the authors by 16th January 2012. · In case of co-authors, correspondence will be sent to the first author only. · The deadline for registering for the National conference is 31st January 2012. · Accepted papers will be called for presentation based on editorial committee's scrutiny. All the submitted papers for the conference would go through the Plagiarism Detection Process. If the plagiarism is >10%, the article would be referred back to the author for necessary revision. · Papers can be submitted through an email to Dr. K N Prasad: kadaba.n.prasad(a)gmail.com<mailto:kadaba.n.prasad@gmail.com> Author Guidelines Manuscripts Requirements · Length: Not >10 pages maximum for a paper. However, authors are advised to write as much precise as possible. · Theme Font: Times New Roman · Font Size: Heading -20, Sub Heading -16, and rest of the text - 12. · Title: The title should be concise. · Paper Format: The paper should have the following details: o Sub-Theme of the paper to which the paper belongs to o Author's / Co-Author's name o Communication address o Contact details such as telephone number and email o An abstract of 100-150 words along with 8-10 key words · Headings and Sub-headings should be short and defined clearly · Footnotes may be used wherever necessary, which should be identified in the text by consecutive numbers, placed as superscript. · Case Studies proposed may preferably be supported by real life case examples from business/academic situations · Quality of Illustrations, Photos etc. must be good with original caption and in black and white · Tables and Figures, if any must have a brief caption written on the bottom of the figure and provide the due reference of the original work. · All text should be justified References must be in standard format as given below: · For Books: Author (Surname, initials), (year), title, publisher, place of publication. · For Journals: Author, A., & Author, B. (Year). Article title. Title of Periodical, Vol (Issue), pp-pp · For Web pages: Author, A., & Author, B. (Year). Title of the web page. Retrieved from http://... [Accessed on Date, Month & Year]. Venue: Auditorium, Library Building, Behind Bus Stand, Shravanabelagola, Hassan District, Karnataka. Date: 9th ,10th & 11th February 2012. Registration Fee: Rs. 2200.00: With Tutorials for Delegates (Conference Kit, Gift, Food, Accommodation, Local Site seeing and Yoga) Rs. 2000.00: Without Tutorials for Delegates (Conference Kit, Gift, Food, Accommodation, Local Site seeing and Yoga) Rs. 1500.00: For the family members accompanying the delegates (Gift, Food, Accommodation, Local Site seeing and Yoga) Tutorials would be held on 9th February 2012 for the duration of three hours. Tutorial on “Building/ Developing a Library Website Using Drupal” by experts in the Industry. The participants shall get the tutorial material on CD, including the related software. Early bird registration option is available for the registration before 31December 2011. A discount of Rs 200 will be extended for all the above registration options Payment The DD/ Cheque should be drawn in favour of “Karnataka State Library Association” payable at Bangalore, Karnataka. Please send the filled in Conference registration forms and DD / Cheque to the address as below Rajendra Babu H General Secretary Karnataka State Library Association C/o Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science (SRELS) # 702, 'Upstairs', 42nd Cross, III Block Rajajinagar, Bangalore - 560 010 Contact: +91-9916457890 / +91-9880297932 Advisory Committee: · Sri Sri Sri Charukeerthi Bhattaraka Swamiji, Shravanabelagola and Chief Patron. · Prof. V G Talawar, Vice Chancellor, University of Mysore, Mysore · Mr. P Y Rajendra Kumar, Conference Director and President KALA, Bangalore · Mr. D Surendra Kumar, Dharmastala, Karnataka · Mr. S Jithendra Kumar, President K.J,A · Dr. Hampa Nagarajaiah, Former President, Kannada Sahithya Parishat and Kannada Writer, Bangalore. · Prof. C R Karisiddappa, Former UGC Emeritus Fellow. Karnatak University, Dharwad. · Mr. N V Sathyanarayana, Chairman & Managing Director, Informatics India Ltd, Bangalore · Dr. I R N Goudar, Rtd, Head ICAST, NAL and Visiting Prof. and Lib Adviser, University of Mysore · Prof. I K Ravichandra Rao, Professor, DRTC,ISI, Bangalore. · Prof. Shalini R Urs, Executive Director, ISiM, University of Mysore, Mysore · Mr. K G Venkatesh, Director, Department of Public Libraries, Bangalore. · Mr. Ashok Kumar, Executive Officer, Sri Muth, Shravanabelagola Technical Committee: · Dr. K N Prasad, Executive Officer, SRELS, and KALA-GC member, Bangalore. · Prof. A Y Asundi, Rtd. Professor, Bangalore University, Bangalore · Prof. K S Raghavan, DRTC, ISI, Bangalore · Dr. M S Sridhar, Rtd. Head, Library and Doc. Centre, ISRO, Bangalore · Dr. N S Harinarayana, Associate Professor, DLISc, University of Mysore, Mysore · Mrs. Usha Mukunda, Member, Knowledge Commission, Karnataka Organizing Committee: · Dr. P V Konnur, Librarian, BUB, Bangalore · Mr. V L Kalyan, Library Advisor, DRTC, ISI and KALA-GC member, Bangalore · Dr. M M Bachalapur, Librarian, KIT, Tiptur and KALA-GC member, Bangalore · Mrs. Gayathri Sen, Librarian, PESIT and KALA-GC member, Bangalore · Mr. Raghavendra, Library Executive, Jubilant Biosys, and VP, KALA, Bangalore · Dr. K R Mulla, Spl officer, VTU, Balgaum and Joint Sec, KALA, Bangalore · Mr. Shreenivas H E, Asst. Libn, Alliance University, and Joint Sec, KALA, Bangalore · Dr. Nagappa B, Branch Head, TCS, Bangalore. · Mr. S K Hosamani, Chief Librarian, DPL, Bangalore For the conference Brochure, Registration form and other details, please visit www.kalaonline.com<http://www.kalaonline.com> Regards, Rajendra Babu H General Secretary, Karnataka State LIbrary Association (KALA). Please do not print this email unless it is absolutely necessary. The information contained in this electronic message and any attachments to this message are intended for the exclusive use of the addressee(s) and may contain proprietary, confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient, you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Please notify the sender immediately and destroy all copies of this message and any attachments. WARNING: Computer viruses can be transmitted via email. The recipient should check this email and any attachments for the presence of viruses. The company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.wipro.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 at Jammu
by sangeeta gupta 21 Nov '11

21 Nov '11

Dear Sir/Madam, It is a pleasure to announce that DLIS,University of jammu is going to organise National seminar on Innovative challenges in Information Services: Changing paradigm for Sustenance of Library & Information Centers in Digital Era organized by Department of Library & Information Science, University of Jammu, Jammu on March 01-02, 2012. For details please refer http://www.jammuuniversity.in/index.asp All the academicians, faculty members, research scholars, LIS Professionals corporate persons, practitioners and consultants are cordially invited to participate in theSeminar I am sure that with your efforts and help this Seminar will be a grand success. Prof. Sangita Gupta Head and Organising Secratery Deptt. of Library and Information Science University of Jammu Jammu -J & K 180006 Email:sangitauniv@gmail.com 09797597072,09419134620,R-01912433691 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Articles Request
by Vijay Jalagar 21 Nov '11

21 Nov '11

*Hello Good morning guys,* * * *One of Research Student needs the following articles urgently for his Thesis work.* * * *If possible send to given e-mail address vijayakashdts(a)gmail.com* * * * * 1. Disinfection by endodontic irrigants and dressings of experimentally infected dentinal tubules. Source: Dental Traumatology, 1990: Vol-6; Issue (4): Pages 142-9 2. chelation in root canal therapy: ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid for cleansing and widening of root canals. Source: Odontologisk tidskrift. 1957; 65, 3-11 3. Materials and technics in root canal treatments in Switzerland–a determination of their status. Source: Schweiz Monatsschr Zahnmed 1995; 105:1265–71. 4. Sonic and ultrasonic instruments for endodontics. 2. Operative sequence and clinical advantages. Source: Stomatol Mediterr. 1989 Jul-Sep; 9(3):259-65. 5. The choice of irrigant during hand instrumentation and ultrasonic irrigation of the root canal: a scanning electron microscope study. Source: Aust Dent J 1995 Apr;40(2):85-90. -- Thanks and Regards, Mr.Vijayakumar Jalagar Librarian B.V.V.Sangha's P.M.N.M Dental College and Hospital, Bagalkot-587101 Karnataka, India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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There are three Conferences in Library and Information Science in India in March 1-3, 2012
by Badan Barman 20 Nov '11

20 Nov '11

Respected forum members, While going through LIS Links: http://www.lislinks.com website "Events" tab, I just discover that there are three conferences in Library and Information Science in India in March 1-3, 2012. Please find in the following the details of the same. Can any one of them be postponed? Otherwise they all will be affected. 1. INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ELECTRONIC PUBLICATIONS 2012 March 1, 2012 to March 2, 2012 – Pondicherry. Organized by Department of Library & Information science and Central Library Pondicherry University 2. Promotion of Library Automation and Networking in North East Region (PLANNER) - 2012 on "Building Participatory Library Services in Digital Era" March 1, 2012 to March 3, 2012 – Sikkim University, 6th mile, Samdur, P.O.: Tadong-737102, Gangtok, Sikkim, India. Details: http://www.inflibnet.ac.in/planner2012/index.html Organized by INFLIBNET 3. National Seminar on “Innovative Challenges in Information Services: Changing Paradigm for Sustenance of Library and Information Centers in Digital Era” March 1, 2012 to March 2, 2012 – University of Jammu Organized by Department of Library & Information Science, University of Jammu, Jammu, Sponsored by UGC Thanking you, Yours faithfully (Sri Badan Barman) Academic Consultant, Library & Information Science, Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University, Housefed Complex, Last Gate, Guwahati-781006, Assam Toll Free Number: 1800 345 3613 Phone: 0361-2234964 / 2235971 / 092070 49493 Fax: 0361- 2235398. Institutional Websites: http://www.snkkhsou.org / http://www.clkkhsou.org / http://www.kkhsou.in Personal Websites: http://www.lislinks.com / http://www.lisformats.com / http://www.oajse.com / http://www.netugc.com Note: If you forward this e-mail, please delete my e-mail address to reduce Spam, Viruses & Identity Theft! -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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AICTE - E-resource
by nrusingh dash 19 Nov '11

19 Nov '11

Dear friends on a search at AICTE website http://www.aicte-india.org/importantlinks2012-13.html the link Corrigendum to Approval Process 2012 - 2013 attracted my attention so i clicked and found so many changes have been made. Just go through it and update yourself, specially e-resources part thanks Nrusingh Kumar Dash Librarian Silicon Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar-24 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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XXVIII IATLIS National Conference, 26-28 November 2011, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, Regarding
by Jagtar Singh 18 Nov '11

18 Nov '11

All the contributors and presenters of the accepted papers and abstracts are requested to immediately mail their PPTs, accommodation requirements, and travel plans to Mrs. Geeta Gadhvi, the Local Organizing Secretary of the XXVIII IATLIS National Conference, 26-28 November 2011, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad to avoid last minute problems. The poster presenters are also requested to contact her for any clarifications and necessary information. Her email address is: "Geeta Gadhavi" <geetagadhavi(a)ymail.com> See you at Ahmedabad on 26 November 2011. Please take care. All the best, Jagtar Singh Dr. Jagtar Singh, President, Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS) & Professor, Department of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala Pin - 147 002 (India) Email: jagtar.kindu(a)gmail.com Tel: +91 (0)175 304 6179 (Work) +91 (0)175 228 2727 (Home) Fax: +91 (0)175 228 3073 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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7th TB Rajashekar Memorial seminar minutes
by shivaram gowda 18 Nov '11

18 Nov '11

Dear Members It is a great pleasure to share with all of you that NCSI-Net team along with NCSI successfully organized 7th Dr. TB Rajashekar Memorial Seminar (2011): Designing Web Portal / Gateway Services Using Drupal on Saturday 12th November 2011 at NCSI Seminar hall, IISc, Bangalore. The response for the seminar by the students and the budding LIS professionals was overwhelming. We had 60+ registrations of which most of them were students and young professionals from various universities and organizations in Karnataka andTamil Nadu. Seminar started off with a brief introduction about Dr.T.B.Rajashekar Memorial Seminar Series by Dr. Francis Jayakanth. He also highlighted late Dr. TBR’s passion towards teaching and educating young professionals about the latest developments in the field of ICT and their applications in providing information services The first technical session by Dr. Francis was on Introduction to Web portals/ Gateways & Overview on Drupal. The speaker touched upon different types of content that the LIS professionals need to handle and the associated challenges in managing these content. He also spoke about content and their characteristics, the need for content management, and the ease with which content management systems can be deployed for managing the content. He also highlighted the how libraries can effectively use the CMS to provide gateway and other kinds of information services to the users. After the coffee/tea break Mr. Maruthu Pandiyan demonstrated the Installation of DRUPAL and its dependency tools on the windows XP platform. Mr. Shivaram talked about Modules, their installation and configuration, Content creation, Custom content creation, Multilingual functionalities of DRUPAL. All these features of DRUPAL were demonstrated to the participants. Mrs. Jayashree talked about Themes and site configuration functionalities, she also highlighted number of third party themes available for DRUPAL and how to configure in order to change the look and feel of the web portal, the presentation was followed by demo of these features. After the lunch break. Mr. Pandian demonstrated configuring Menus, Blocks and User management features of DRUPAL. He showed how to create custom menus and blocks as per individual user requirements and also talked about available contributed modules for these features. Mrs. Jayashre demonstrated Views Configuration in DRUPAL, showed two different views for custom content of News paper clips and RSS feed. She also touched CRON settings and Back-up features of DRUPAL. Mr. Madhuresh, as a case study, demonstrated building a library portal for a R & D establishment. He showed how to integrate library services like Feed aggregators, creating structured content with the help of taxonomy functionality, Table of Content service etc, In career advice session Mr. Prasanna spoke about the importance of communication skills, CV preparation, how to prepare for an interviews etc, which are essential for young professionals to build their careers. Mr. Ananda Byrappa advised students and young professionals to emulate successful personalities by way of developing positive attitude, being a constant learner, being passionate about the work and most importantly, to have an impeccable personal value system. Mr. Shivaram proposed the vote of thanks. NCSI-Net is thankful to all seminar participants. Judging by the seminar feedback of the participants, the seminar was a great success. We also thank all the HODs and the teaching faculty of various universities especially Dr. Poornima Narayana, Head ICAST, Dr. KempRaj, Chairman, DLIS, Bangalore University, Dr. Ramesha, Reader,Bangalore University, Principal NMIT, Bangalore and heads of reputed organizations for having deputed their students and staff for the seminar. We are thankful to Director IISc and Chairman of NCSI, IISc, and Staff of NCSI for their support in organizing the seminar. Our special thanks to all speakers of the day and all the NCSI-Net members for their excellent support. All presentation files and Lab Instruction materials used during the seminar are available at http://ncsi-net.ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/workshop/material2011.html Your comments and suggestions are most welcome and they may be sent to Shivaram Gowda, shivarams_gowda(a)yahoo.com / Francis Jayakanth franc(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in With warm regards NCSI-NET Coordinators Shivaram BS ICAST, CSIR-NAL Kodihalli Bangaluru-560017 -- Shivaram BS ICAST, NAL CSIR Kodihalli, Bangalore-560017 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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SALIS-Nat Library Week Celebration cum Spl Function-27.11.11 at BHC, Trichy
by Arunachalam Hariharan 18 Nov '11

18 Nov '11

Society for the Advancement of Library and Information Science (SALIS) Cordially invites you all to the Special Function on National Library Week Celebration & Felicitation /Honoring LIS Retired Professionals/ Ph.D. Awardees Date: Sunday, 27th November 2011 Venue: Bishop Heber College, Trichy Programme Schedule 09.00 - 10.00 AM. Registration 10.00.- 10.05 AM Prayer 10.05 - 10.15 AM Welcome Address by Dr. S.Surianarayanan, President, SALIS 10.15 - 10.25 AM Address by Dr. S.Muralidhar, General Secretary, SALIS 10.25.- 10.40 AM Special Lecture by the Chief Guest 10.40 - 11.00 AM Honoring Retired LIS Professionals and Ph.D Awardees by the Chief Guest 11.00 – 11.10 AM Tea Break 11.10 – 11.20AM Nomination/Election of SALIS Tiruchi Chapter Office bearers 11.20 – 12.55 PM Certificate Distribution Strengthening SALIS Activities Framing Policy Guidelines Feedback from Chapters Discussion and Future Role of SALIS 12.55 - 01.00 PM Dr. J.Manalan, Co-ordinator Vote of thanks - 01.00 – 02.00 PM Lunch (N.B. Kindly confirm your participation to Dr. J.Manalan (jesudossmanalan @ gmail.com) on or before 26.11.2011 for making further arrangement) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. S.Surianarayanan President, SALIS -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ILA conference at Mangalore, D.K.,KARNATAKA
by sandeep bhavsar 17 Nov '11

17 Nov '11

Dear Professional Friends, A warm welcome to you to attend ILA Conference at Mangalore !! On behalf of ILA, I am very much pleased to invite you all to attend the INDIAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION -The 57th Annual conference which will be organised by St.Agnes Centre for Post Graduate Studies & Research, Mangalore, Karnataka, in collaboration with Karnataka State College Librarians’Association (R) Bangalore, Karnataka on February 23-25, 2012 on the theme "KNOWLEDGE SOCIETY: INNOVATIONS IN LIBRARIANSHIP".You are requested to consider this as an opportunity to contribute a research paper for the conference. You can make your visit to Mangalore for the conference a memorable one in 'Namma Kudla' (Our Mangalore), by having an outing during your stay by enjoying the beauty and rich culture of Mangalore.Your family/ companion can also join with you if you wish so. Please click on the following link for more information http://ilaconference2012.weebly.com . Please do attend. Dr.Vishala B.K. Organising Secretary ST.AGNES CENTRE FOR POST GRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH, ST.AGNES COLLEGE (AUTONOMOUS) Mercara Hill Road, Bendore , Mangalore-575002 Dakshina Kannda Karnataka State -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Recruitment of a Librarian at Future Campus School, Kolkata
by subhayu dan 17 Nov '11

17 Nov '11

*Recruitment of a Librarian at Future Campus School, Kolkata* Essential Qualification: BLISc Experience: 1 year (running a CBSE affiliated school library) Method of recruitment: Written test followed by an interview Interested candidates may send their latest curriculum vitae / biodata at subhayu.dan(a)gmail.com before 23rd November, 2011. E-mail biodata / curriculum vitae in MS Word File. Last date of receipt of applications: 23 November 2011 Shubhau Dan Library Future Campus School Sonarpur, Kolkata-150 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Koha - 2011 Annual Library Automation Perceptions survey
by Parthasarathi Mukhopadhyay 17 Nov '11

17 Nov '11

Dear All Requesting to act as per the following mail to join a global survey on Koha Thanks and regards, ---------------------------------------------------- Dr. Parthasarathi Mukhopadhyay Assistant Professor (Sr. Scale) Department of Library and Information Science The University of Burdwan (WB) ------------------------------------------ To all libraries using Koha: As Joann mentioned, I am collecting data for the 2011 Annual Library Automation Perceptions survey. This survey aims to provide some general measurement of the levels of satisfaction that libraries have with their library automation systems and the organizations that support them. I am aware that many libraries using Koha do so independently without direct involvement of a support firm. Even in these cases, data regarding the perceived quality and functionality of the automation system would be very helpful. The survey also probes at the relative level of interest in open source automation systems. I do hope that all libraries using Koha will respond to the survey. The survey forms are linked to each library’s entry in the lib-web-cats directory, so you will need to submit an entry if your library is not already represented. A large number of libraries using Koha are already represented, but I’m sure that there are many still missing. See: [http://www.librarytechnology.org/libraries.pl?ILS=Koha] [http://www.librarytechnology.org/map.pl?ILS=Koha] A strong response will help document the worldwide impact of Koha. To participate in the survey, you can start with the instructions given on the current posting on the top page of Library Technology Guides: [http://www.librarytechnology.org/] Marshall Breeding -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Ph.D.
by subhash khode 17 Nov '11

17 Nov '11

Subject: Collection of Data for Ph.D. Thesis Dear Sir/Madam, I take pleasure in forwarding a questionnaire for receiving inputs from you for my Ph.D. Thesis entitled “Open Source Software in Libraries and Research Institutions of India : A Study ’’. I am pursuing my Ph.D. at the M.P. Bhoj Open University, Bhopal under the guidance of Dr. Sunil Singh Chandel. I would be grateful if you could kindly fill the online questionnaire at the earliest . Option-1 - For the non-users of OSS but familiar with the concept of OSS or tried for OSS http://www.kwiksurveys.com?s=OKIHMG_55155ef6<http://www.kwiksurveys.com/?s=OKIHMG_55155ef6> Option-2 For the users of Open source library automation Software http://kwiksurveys.com?u=osslm <http://kwiksurveys.com/?u=osslm> Option-3 For the users of open source digital library software http://kwiksurveys.com?u=osslib <http://kwiksurveys.com/?u=osslib> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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The National Library Week Celeberation at DLISc. BUB
by bramesha B 17 Nov '11

17 Nov '11

Dear ALL, We cordially invite you to National Library Week Celeberation at Dept. of Library and Information Science, Bangalore University, Bangalore on 18th November 2011. The programme schedule as follows: Topic: Brand “YOU”…. Speaker: Mr. Saurabh Kale Venue: Dr. S.R. Ranganathan Hall, Dept. of Library and Information Science, Bangalore University Date: 18th Nov 2011 Time: 2.00pm *About the Topic:* The topic covers building your own space or image in whatever aspect you work / and wherever you are in, the effective communication skills to be successful in work and life, Ethics, Character/ Personality building, Attitude towards life, Global understanding of English and so on. *About the Speaker:* Saurabh was born and brought up in Mumbai, studied in Pune and working out of Bangalore. He has done his Bachelors in Computer Science and MBA from University of Pune. He has been working in Learning and Development domain for the past 7 years. He started his career with Cubs Adventure, where he trained CXOs on Life Skills and Leadership Development. He moved on to Corporate trainings and joined Syntel Ltd and later Wipro Technologies. As a Talent Transformer, he has an expertise in needs mapping for training, team-building and Psychometrics analysis. He likes; travelling, listening to music and reading. Off the work – his interests spans in to; · Theatre and documentary making. · Understanding human behavior. His message to the audience: “Winners never Quit…”. Thanking you, Dr. T.D. Kemparaju, Professor and Chairman, Faculty and Students, DLISc., BUB -- Dr. Ramesha Associate Professor Dept. of Library and Information Science Bangalore University Jnana Bharathi Campus BANGALORE - 560 056 Phone: Mobile 09481246961 Office Direct :080 22961401 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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An Interesting Article -'Where Data Lives'
by Venkata Kesavan 17 Nov '11

17 Nov '11

Dear Friends, You may like to read the article, entitled 'Where Data Lives', published in the Popular Science magazine, November 2011 (pp. 44-48, India Issue), which deals with the 10 Most Amazing Database Systems in the world, that do a lot more than just storing knowledge. The full-text of this article can be accessed at: http://www.popsci.com/technology/article/2011-10/ten-most-amazing-databases- world This article features the following Databases, including WORLDCAT. 1. The Combined DNA Index System 2. The Encyclopedia of Life 3. The Food and Agriculture Organization Database 4. The Genographic Project 5. The International Panel on Climate Change's Data Distribution Centre 6. The MD:Pro 7. OKCupid's OKTrends 8. Sloan Digital Sky Survey Database 9. The Wayback Machine 10. WorldCat Regards, R . VENKATA KESAVAN DGM & HEAD TIMES ARCHIVES & KNOWLEDGE CENTRE (TAKC) THE TIMES GROUP THE TIMES OF INDIA BUILDING, 2ND FLOOR DR. D. N. ROAD MUMBAI 400 001 PH: (B): +91-22-66353535 (EXT.: 4470) CELL: 09323812172 TAKC - Knowledge is Our Heritage . Disclaimer :- The information in this e-mail and any attachments is confidential and may be legally privileged. It is intended solely for the addressee or addressees. If you are not an intended recipient, please delete the message and any attachments and notify the sender of misdelivery. Any use or disclosure of the contents of either is unauthorised and may be unlawful. All liability for viruses is excluded to the fullest extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this message are those of the individual sender, except where the sender states them, with requisite authority, to be those of the specific TIMES GROUP company. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Dr. Bidhan Chandra Biswas is no longer with us
by Sambhu Nath Halder 17 Nov '11

17 Nov '11

Dear All, It is with great sadness that our eminent teacher Dr. Bidhan Chandra Biswas is no longer with us, who passed away today morning at *Fortis hospital* on EM By-pass road in Kolkata**. The demise of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Biswas is a great loss to Indian Library and Information Science Profession. He was a sincere, dynamic and student friendly teacher in the Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kalyani. No words can solace and fill the void. He was a lot of things to many people and will be missed tremendously. All LIS professionals in West Bengal join to convey our heartfelt condolence to his family for this irreparable loss. We will continue to hold our “BCB Sir” in our heart and our thoughts. With deep sympathy, *Sambhu Nath Halder Chief Librarian* ==================== Learning Resource Centre JDBI (Main Campus) 11 Lower Rawdon Street Kolkata - 700 020 Mobile: +91 9733964714 ==================== -- 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] Fwd: Verus starts NewGenLib adaptation program
by Upadhyay P K 17 Nov '11

17 Nov '11

Dear friends, It is very good posting in this forum on adoption of OSS and other softwares. There have been varying opinion. Last year I had posted various mails on pros and cons of OSS and Commercial softwares. In relation to NewGenLib and KOHA, technically I would prefer NGL to KOHA. Few of the reasons are: Technology platform of NewGenLib has been PsotgreSQL backend, Apache server and JAVA at front end. These are the most preferred choices like .Net for development of softwares, although various technologies are being used for others including Open and proprietary. I do not understand why developers of KOHA application used/chose PERL langauage for front development and MySQL as back end. What will be long term implication, time will tell. Although KOHA has been customized for PostgreSQL and Windows lateron. Another fascinating technology of NewGenlib is their search engine Solr and ZOTERO. For Bibliographic and Authority data searches NGL now uses Solr. Solr is the popular, blazing fast open source enterprise search platform from the Apache Lucene project. Even DSpace also uses Lucene and now it has customized for use of Solr. Again here, KOHA is using ZEBRA search engine not so popular like Lucene and Solr. I find it easy to integrate DSpace and NewGenLib with portal using JSP and common connectors more of JAVA technology. Both of softwares are licensed as GPL not BSD. Although I prefer BSD, DSpace is BSD licensed. Both the software are now being supported in India by private firms, it is good. Again I would repeat that either Open Source, Free or commercial, total implementation of the information system/software that matters and it hardly makes any difference in cost. Some of the research articles will help you to understand the efforts of library automation and digital library implementation. I liked one such paper by S R Birje on Library Automation case study in SRLELS Journal of Information Management, V48 (2), April 2011, p131-145. Although some of the cost and effort estimation could also have been incorporated in this paper like OPAC Hosting on Internet server, Database Hosting, Customization, Post implementation support, etc. for others to understand implementation. Even Dr Goudar also comprehensively on his experience in migration from one application to other. If any one like to discuss more on the issue, I would be happy to extend my inputs. with kind regards P K Upadhyay NIC, Delhi On 10/04/11, Shamprasad Pujar <pujar(a)igidr.ac.in> wrote: > > Dear Members, > > I think it is a very good opportunity for libraries which have not yet > undertaken complete automation. The members, who wish to participate in this > programme at NO COST, may check details available in the forwarded message. > > best Regards, > > Dr S.M. Pujar > Deputy Librarian > IGIDR, Mumbai > ======================================= > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: NewGenLib - Verus Solutions <info(a)verussolutions.biz> > Date: Tue, Oct 4, 2011 at 9:16 AM > Subject: Verus starts NewGenLib adaptation program > To: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in > > > > Dear Patrons: > > Verus Solutions has started "NewGenLib Adaptation Program". You may also > recommend this program for other libraries. > > What is "NewGenLib Adaptation Program"? > ------------------------------------------------------------ > This program is for libraries which are planning to automate their libraries > in just 4 days. This is time-bound program. The duration of this program is > 32 hours (4 - days). And it is very simple. There are schedules for this > program. If you strictly follow the schedule you will fully automate your > library in just 4 days. You will be visually observing your users' (and > management) satisfaction and praise for library services. > > What should you do to enroll to this program? > --------------------------------------------------------------- > Please visit http://www.verussolutions.biz/web/nglAdaptationProgram and > enrol your library for the program. You may also share this link with > libraries that are planning to implement library automation. > > What happens after enrollment? > -------------------------------------------- > NewGenLib Open Source Team will do the following tasks for you > > Step 1 - Installation: We will download and install the latest version of > NewGenLib on your system. If you have any clients we will install NewGenLib > clients. > > Step 2 - Training: This is a 24 hour program (3 days). In this step we will > train you on all the critical functionalities of library management. > > Step 3 - Installing migrated data: We will be collecting you data to convert > it into NewGenLib schema. The privacy of your library data will be strictly > be maintained. NewGenLib Open Source Team will be accepting a Non-Disclosure > Agreement from you to protect the privacy of your data. The process of > collecting the data will happen at step 1 itself. So that at the end of the > program the converted data is installed. > > Step 4 - System maintenance and support: We will provide you with > information on process to get instant help from us. Maintaining NewGenLib is > very cost effective. > > Is this program strictly based on schedule? > ---------------------------------------------------------- > The program is designed for 32 hours, that is 4 days x 8 hours per day. > However you are at your liberty to allot time for this program. > > What are the costs involved in taking up this program? > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- > Verus Solutions does not charge any thing for this program. This is > absolutely a free program. All you need is a decent Internet connection as > all the tasks are executed on-line. > > For any queries you may send us an email to info(a)verussolutions.biz > > > Wishing you a happy library management > > Warm regards > NewGenLib Open Source Team > Verus Solutions > > -- > This message has been scanned for viruses and > dangerous content by MailScanner, and is > believed to be clean. > >

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E-Content 2011 - Panel Debate Topics
by Soji Mathew 16 Nov '11

16 Nov '11

We are pleased to announce the Panel Debate topics for E-Content 2011 - From Discovery to Delivery Chandigarh - November 21, 2011 - Metadata for Resources Discovery Bhubaneswar - November 23, 2011 - User Interfaces for Intuitive Discovery Hyderabad - November 24, 2011 - Beyond Discovery: New Access and Delivery Models Pune - November 25, 2011 - Seamless Discovery: Federation vs. Aggregation We have experts debating on the above issues in the seminar platform. Please register yourself for participating in the seminar to listen to the panelists or question them. Register at: www.informindia.co.in/event2011 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. Hurry up... few seats left... Regards, Soji Mathew Informatics (India) Limited | 194, R. V. Road, Basavanagudi | Bangalore - 560004, India www.informindia.co.in | Phone: +91 80 4038 7777 | Fax: +91 80 4038 7600 -- 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 Vijay Jalagar 16 Nov '11

16 Nov '11

Hi guys, One of our research student needs the following article urgently, if possible send to given email address: vijayakashdts(a)gmail.com "The estimation of cement film thickness by an in vivo technique" Source: British Dental Journal, 1971; Vol-131; pages: 107-111 -- Thanks and Regards, Mr.Vijayakumar Jalagar Librarian B.V.V.Sangha's P.M.N.M Dental College and Hospital, Bagalkot-587101 Karnataka, India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IJODLS ISSN:2250-1142
by arjun k 16 Nov '11

16 Nov '11

Dear IJODLS team Members, Firs of all, Congrats to all members of International Journal of Digital Library Services (IJODLS). it is my pleasure to announced that our Journal entitled International Journal of Digital Library Services (IJODLS) got ISSN no. ISSN of IJODLS is as follows: International Journal of Digital Library Services (ISSN:2250-1142) ISSN:2250-1142 International Journal of Digital Library Services. -- -- With regards Arjun Editor-In-Chief IJODLS www.ijodls.in ISSN:2250-1142 -- 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 Veeru 16 Nov '11

16 Nov '11

Dear Professionals, Will you please help me to get this article fulltext, it is an very urgent requirement for one our Resarch Scholar. Details are as follows, Title: A Quantitative PCR Assay for Rapid Detection of *Shigella*Species in Fresh Produce *Authors: *Lin, Wen S.1<http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/iafp/jfp/2010/00000073/00000002/art00…>; Cheng, Chorng-Ming2<http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/iafp/jfp/2010/00000073/00000002/art00…>; Van, Khanh T.2<http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/iafp/jfp/2010/00000073/00000002/art00…> *Source:* Journal of Food Protection®<http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/iafp/jfp;jsessionid=fm3nb37in333q.ali…>, Volume 73, Number 2, February 2010 , pp. 221-233(13) *Publisher: *International Association for Food Protection<http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/iafp;jsessionid=fm3nb37in333q.alice> -- 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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Post of Librarian, Padmashree Dr. D.Y.Patil Institute of Management - Pune.
by kamlesh hilal 16 Nov '11

16 Nov '11

Librarian *Experience: * 1- 4 Years Pune *Job Summary* Key Skills : "Librarian" <http://www.timesjobs.com/jobskill/Librarian-Jobs>, "Library Management" <http://www.timesjobs.com/jobskill/Library-Management-Jobs>, "Book Issuing" <http://www.timesjobs.com/jobskill/Book-Issuing-Jobs> Experience: 1 - 4 Years Specialization: Librarian Job Function: Teaching/Education Industry: Educational/Training Qualification: Post Graduation - Others -Post Graduate (Others -Relevant Stream) School & Graduation - Others -Graduate (Others -Relevant Stream) Responsible for handling day to day functioning of library. Additional Information: For MBA course. Educational qualification, experience & pay scales as per AICTE, Govt. of Maharashtra & University of Pune norms. Pay scales as per 6th Pay Commission. Eligible and interested candidates can attend walk-in-interview from 11th November to 13th November 2011 between 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. along with photograph & attested Xerox copies of certificates. [Padmashree Dr. D.Y.Patil Institute of Management Affiliated to University of Pune, approved by Govt. of Maharashtra & AICTE. Address : Padmashree Dr. D.Y.Patil Institute of Management Studies Sector No. 29, Behind Akurdi Railway Station, Nigdi Pradhikaran, Akurdi, Pune-411044 -- Thanks (¨`·.·´¨) Always `·.¸ (¨`·.·´¨) Keep (¨`·.·´¨)¸.·´ Smiling! `·.¸.·´ Kamlesh B. Hilal B.R.Harne College of Engineering & Technology Wangani (W) 421503 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : kamleshhilal24(a)gmail.com : http://kamleshhilal.blogspot.com : http://www.slideshare.net/kamleshhilal/online-buying-for-librarians. Mob : 9322735397 /// 9833787311. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Post of Librarian(SC), Shifastar Technologies Pvt Ltd,
by kamlesh hilal 16 Nov '11

16 Nov '11

Post of Librarian(SC) 1 Opening(s) Shifastar Technologies Pvt Ltd, hiring for Shifastar Technologies Pvt Ltd *Experience:* 1 - 5 Years *Location:* Mumbai * * *Education:* UG - Any Graduate - Any Specialization PG - Any PG Course - Any Specialization *Industry Type:* Medical/ Healthcare/Hospital *Role:* Admin Services/Medical Facilities *Functional Area:* Healthcare, Medical, R&D *Posted Date:* 04 Nov Job Description Job Description & Specification Designation 1.0 Librarian Department 2.0 Library Reports To 3.0 Medical Director Broad Function 4.0 4.1 Formulate library policies and procedures. 4.2 Monitor availability of current materials for each discipline at the hospital. 4.3 Budget allocation. 4.4 Liaison with book vendors and subscription agencies. 4.5 Acquisition, cataloging, arrangement, organization, and evaluation of library materials in any format. 4.6 Negotiation of licensing agreements with vendors of electronic resources. 4.7 Answering reference questions, performance of mediated searches of knowledge based information resources, and provision of other information. 4.8 Circulation or control of materials. 4.9 Notification to hospital staff of new information in their areas of interest. 4.10 Audiovisual services. 4.11 Promotion of library services. 4.12 Cooperation with other libraries to optimize resource sharing. 4.13 Information needs assessment and user surveys. Principal Responsibilities 5.0 Principal Responsibilities 5.1 Provide customer friendly service 5.1.1 Identify, retrieve, organize, repackage and present information in an actionable form. 5.1.2 Help control the flood of available information by selecting what is relevant and usable and, when required, analyzing or synthesizing the content. 5.2 Implementation 5.2.1 Risk & safety management To ensure that documents from the library are used in the proper manner by library patrons To protect library material from theft and damage In case of natural / man-made disasters, to ensure safety of library patrons 5.2.2 Fiscal management Plan and monitor annual library budget that meets the needs of all departments of AHIRC and accountable for the same. Construct and maintain cost effective library facilities without sacrificing quality. Qualifications 6.0 Qualifications 6.1 Masters of Library and Information Science *Keywords:* Librarian Desired Candidate Profile Experience 7.0 Experience 7.1 Three years independently managing a hospital library Skills 8.0 Skills 8.1 Effective communication skills 8.2 Works well with others in a team 8.3 Technology savvy with Internet searching skills 8.4 In-depth knowledge of print and electronic information resources in the specialized subject areas of AHIRC. 8.5 Design and management of information services that meet the strategic information needs of the individual or group being served. Company Profile Shifastar Technologies Pvt Ltd Contact Details *Company Name:* Shifastar Technologies Pvt Ltd *Website:* http://www.shifastar.com *Executive Name:* swapnil chavan *Address:* C-Floral Deck Plaza, MIDC, Andheri East MUMBAI,Maharashtra,India 400093 *Email Address:* career(a)shifastar.com *Telephone:* 91-22-28329610 -- Thanks (¨`·.·´¨) Always `·.¸ (¨`·.·´¨) Keep (¨`·.·´¨)¸.·´ Smiling! `·.¸.·´ Kamlesh B. Hilal B.R.Harne College of Engineering & Technology Wangani (W) 421503 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : kamleshhilal24(a)gmail.com : http://kamleshhilal.blogspot.com : http://www.slideshare.net/kamleshhilal/online-buying-for-librarians. Mob : 9322735397 /// 9833787311. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Origiin Newsletter-November 2011 edition
by Mailing List Admin 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

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TNEB Handbook
by poornachandra naik 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

Dear Professionals, I need your help regarding handbook titled "Tamil Nadu Electricity Board handbook", as its availability and latest editions. Regards, Poornachandra P Naik Documentation Section Chemtex Consulting of India (Pvt) Ltd. Old Airport Road Bangalore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vecancy @ NABI Mohali
by Veeru 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

Dear Professionals, * National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI)* (Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology) C-127, Industrial Area, S A S Nagar, Phase 8, Mohali, Punjab, India-160071 *1.Library cum Informatics Officer : 01 post* *2.Library Assistant : 02 posts * *Application Fee* : Rs.100/- (No application fee for SC/ST/PWD candidates), by means of Demand Draft (issued by State Bank of India only), drawn in favour of “National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute, Mohali” payable at Phase-1Br., Mohali. *How to Apply* : Application in the prescribed format should be sent to the *Administrative Officer, National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute, C-127, Phase-VIII, Industrial Area, SAS Nagar, Mohali, Punjab-160071 (India) * super-scribing ‘Application for the post of __________” on the envelope, so as to reach on or before *30/11/2011*. *Please visit *http://www.nabi.res.in/permanent.aspx for all the details and application format * http://www.nabi.res.in/Vacancies/NABI/Permanent/AdvtNo_7_2011/TechnicalAdmi… * -- 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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About journal selection
by Ashwini.H.S. ashu 14 Nov '11

14 Nov '11

Dear Professionals, Is there any particular criteria for selecting a journal for a bibliometric study? or can we pick and choose any journal? Please give your valuable solution for this. Thank you Regards, Ashwini, H.S. Library and Information Assistant Central Institute of Indian Languages Mysore. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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SOUDHA LIBRARY TO GO DIGITAL
by Ragaavendra R 14 Nov '11

14 Nov '11

Soudha library to go digital The State government seems to be hurrying on the e-path. After spending Rs 33.75 lakh to gift iPads to MLCs, it has now embarked on digitising the Legislature library. Presently, very few legislators are seen entering the library room. The library is off limits for the general public. This being the case, the Libraries Committee of the legislature has recommended for the digitisation process, in the hope that legislators make use of it more effectively. The aim is to make the 1.30 lakh-odd books, proceedings of the legislature and other documents available to the legislators at the click of a button. The Committee took the decision to go digital in 2008 with the project being executed by Bangalore University. Council Chairman D H Shankaramurthy, the chairman of the committee, said that recently, the State government had decided to gift the MLCs with iPads 2, mainly for this purpose. With the e-library being made functional in the next three months, legislators could access the literature from wherever they are. Dr P V Konnur, librarian, BU and his team have completed cataloguing the books, while it is being contemplated to hand over the digitisation process to the Digital Library of India. Shankaramurthy said that ultimately he would like to link the Karnataka library to e-libraries of other States and also that of Parliament. He said that as an Opposition leader in 2001-02, he had toured Ubrani hobli in Channagiri taluk of Davangere district, where he was moved by the drinking water problems of the people. “I made a visit to the library to find out more about the region and the ways in which water could be supplied there. Today, the project has neared completion and people of Ubrani and surrounding villages will soon have drinking water,” he said. The Channagiri-Ubrani Lift irrigation project entails about 1.2 TMC of water being lifted from the Bhadra River and stored in a lake in Ubrani, which is in turn linked to other lakes. As in May this year, the library had a collection of about 1.30 lakh volumes of printed books, reports, government publications, debates, gazettes and other documents. The library that was set up in 1930 has literature pertaining to a wide range of topics. Debates of Indian Parliament, state legislatures, reports of central and state governments, United Nations and its agencies, Gazettes of central and state governments, periodicals and publications brought out by the Secretariats of the two Houses, are the other important collections in the library. The collections are primarily in English and Kannada. SOURCE LINK: http://www.deccanherald.com/content/204434/soudha-library-go-digital.html 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 Award
by Prof. Juran Krishna Sarkhel 13 Nov '11

13 Nov '11

Dear Moderator, Please post the following in the LIS-Forum: The following IASLIC awards for the year 2010 have recently been declared. a) S. M. Ganguli IASLIC Best Librarian of the year Award 2010: Dr. S. N. Singh, Head, Library, National Institute of Virology, Pune. b) S. R. Ranganathan IASLIC Medal for the Best Article for the 2010: Dr. Gautam Maity, Associate Professor, DLIS, Jadavpur University c) Prof A. K. Mukherjee- IASLIC Lifetime Achievement Award for Retired Librarian 2010: Dr. P. C. Shah, former Director, ATIRA, Ahmedabad d) Smt. A. Satyavathi and Prof. A. A. N. Raju - IASLIC Best Young LIS Teacher Award 2010 - Dr. Subarna K. Das, Associate Prof., Jadavpur University, Calcutta. e) Prof. Prabir Roychoudhary and Amita Ray Choudhary - IASLIC Best LIS Teacher Award 2010 - Prof. N. R. Satyanarayana, Bhimrao Ambedakar Central University, Lucknow. Let us join to congratulate them. Dr. J. K. Sarkhel Professor of Library & Information Science & Director, Directorate of Open and Distance Learning University of Kalyani Kalyani-741235 West Bengal; India Mobile: 09433175705 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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INBOFA 2012: International Book Fair organise by Mahatma Gandhi University Library
by Vimal Kumar 13 Nov '11

13 Nov '11

Venue : Sports pavilion, Mahatma Gandhi University Campus, Priyadarshini Hills, Kottayam, Kerala. Date & Duration : 11 days, from 13th to 23rd January 2012. Timings : 10 am to 7:30 pm on all days. Inauguration : At 2.00 pm on 13th January 2012 at Mahatma Gandhi University. The Fair will be open to the public from the same day. How to reach : 13 km from Kottayam Railway Station/Private Bus Stand 4 km from Ettumanoor 80 km from Kochi Airport Route: Deviate from MC Road at Gandhinagar/Ettumanoor. Public Transport: Private Buses from Nagampadom Bus Stand close to Kottayam Railway Station. Registration Participation in the Fair is open to publishers, booksellers, book distributors and dealers/manufacturers of teaching aids/CD-ROMs. Rental: Stall (3mtr. x 3mtr.): Rs. 10000/-. Exhibitors who rent 3 or more stalls are eligible for a discount of 15%. Contact Information Ph: 0481-6065087, 6065088 Email: inbofa2012(a)mgu.ac.in Website: http://www.inbofa2012.mgu.ac.in -- Vimal Kumar V. Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: www.vimalkumar.org Blog: http://linuxhalwa.blogspot.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "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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Invitation - Workshop on Citizen Journalism and New Media (Jaipur November 26-28)
by rajesh mishra 12 Nov '11

12 Nov '11

Jaipur: November 26-27, 2011 Apply online at: http://drc.urmul.org ABOUT THE EVENT: Citizen Journalism is act of citizen playing an active role in the process of collecting, reporting, analyzing and disseminating news and information. It has put democracy back in people's hands. Citizen Journalists, equipped with mobile phones, portable cameras, and blog, are rapidly becoming alternative media as a reliable and wide-ranging source of information throughout the world. Citizen Journalism plays an important role on development of the society towards spreading information, unearthing corruption or just disseminating news on anything happening in the community. This workshop is designed to serve media workers and those who look after media/documentation in nonprofit organizations. Many of these organizations are small and modestly resourced. It’s safe to assume that many of the participants are just beginning to learn how to use new media technologies and storytelling in their work; some may be completely unfamiliar with multimedia journalism and social media, with a few at the “intermediate” skill level. The workshop will offer a supportive and informal atmosphere to encourage participants to try unfamiliar things and to learn new skills. TENTATIVE AGENDA 2 days, 9am to 5pm everyday CITIZEN JOURNALISM -- Introduction to important aspects of covering a story -- Practical tips on writing -- Practical tips on recording information and taking photographs -- Introduction to citizen journalism resources and networks -- Practical session on writing stories for citizen journalism SOCIAL MEDIA -- Setting up a blog -- Introduction to social networking sites -- Learning to create a strategy to use social media to pull in more traffic to your blog -- Managing your blog and other social network accounts PHOTO AND AUDIO-VIDEO EDITING -- Learning to use free and open source audio editing tool -- Publishing audio material -- Learning to use free and open source video editing tools -- Publishing videos online -- Learning to use free and open source photo manipulation tools For this workshop you are requested to bring samples of stories you have written or any type of case studies or reports you may have collected in the past. Also bring information about your organisation – mission, goals, objectives and list of activities and achievements. SOME BENEFITS TO THE PARTICIPANTS: -- Participants will be equipped in collecting and developing stories for citizen journalism. -- Participants will be able to produce short videos and audio clips that will be able to support their stories. -- Participants will begin to use social media for publishing and campaigning their stories. PLEASE NOTE: -- Selection: Participants will be selected after reviewing their application form -- Venue: Final venue, timings will be informed to the selected participants. -- Workshop Fee: Rs.1200/- to paid in cash or cheque in favor of URMUL Trust, payable at Bikaner. -- Breakfast, lunch, tea/coffee/snacks will be provided. -- There will be no travel or accommodation allowances provided to the participants. -- Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptop, digital camera, handy-cam, etc. -- Limited Internet access will be available at the workshop. Please bring your own 3G devices. -- Shared/dormitory accommodation can be arranged on request, to be paid extra. -- DVD containing Free/Open Source Software will be distributed free among the participants. ORGANISER: Desert Resource Centre (http://drc.urmul.org ) – an initiative in the desert region of India - to research, document, disseminate and to facilitate in capacity building of grass root organisations. TRAINERS / FECILITATORS: Mahiti (www.mahiti.org) Mahiti is a 'Social Enterprise' based in the 'Garden City of India, Bangalore'. Mahiti empowers clients to reduce the cost and complexity of Information Technology through the strategic use of Free/Open Source Software. FOR ANY INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Ravi Mishra – Mobile: 8875770939 – Email: drc(a)urmul.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Kendriya Vidyalaya Library Policy Revision Committee
by faisal sl 12 Nov '11

12 Nov '11

Dear All, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) is the premier organization in school education sector in India with 1085 schools and 10,58,450 students (as on 31.03.2011). Qualified Librarians are being posted in KVs form the beginning of KVS's inception in 1965. In 2008, a Policy for KV Libraries was developed and since then implemented. This Policy is under revision now to adopt all the new trends happening in the fields of School Librarianship, teaching and learning. A core committee was formed in September 2011 and is working to prepare a new set of Library Guidelines for Kendriya Vidyalayas all over the country. As a member of the Committee, I like to invite your productive comments and suggestions on the subject. Regards S.L.Faisal General Secretary Kerala Library Association <http://www.keralalibraryassociation.org%20>(KLA) & Librarian Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pattom <http://librarykvpattom.wordpress.com> Thiruvananthapuram-695 004 Kerala, India Ph.09447699724 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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India’s first Dictionary on Indian Patent Law
by Bindu Sharma 12 Nov '11

12 Nov '11

*India’s first Dictionary on Indian Patent Law* *Origiin IP Solutions LLP, Bangalore [INDIA] publishes first Dictionary of its kind in India. The dictionary has been designed in a unique manner explaining legal meaning of the key terms with reference to relevant sections and rules, illustrations, case-laws wherever applicable. The dictionary not only explains the key terms used in the Indian Patents Act but also lists the differences between closely related terms such as inventor vs application, patent vs patent application etc. * * * *This dictionary will be of great value to the candidates appearing for the Indian Patent Agent Examination and IP Practitioners working in law firms as well as IP departments of the innovation based companies. It is a must for the departmental library.* *About the authors* *Bindu Sharma, Patent Attorney, Origiin IP Solutions LLP* *Bindu Sharma is a law graduate and a registered Patent Agent with Indian Patent Office. She has around 8 years of excellent work experience working with premium academic institutions and industries. She has vast experience in patent searches, patent drafting, prosecution, copyright and design law. She has presented several papers in symposium/conferences, and has paper publications in reputed journals and has been actively involved in providing trainings on Intellectual Property to corporates and academic institutions. She has been speaker in several conferences, symposium and workshops.* *Anita Kalia, Patent Attorney, Origiin IP Solutions LLP*** *Anita Kalia is a Registered Patent Agent with Indian Patent Office. She practices Patent Law mainly the technology areas of Software, Information Technology, mechanical, electronics and telecommunications. Anita has extensive experience in Patent Drafting, searching, Invention Analysis and Prosecution of patent applications at Indian patent Office as well as Internationally.* *Main Highlights of Dictionary* Ø *More than 430 patent terms defined in detail* Ø *More than 30 differences between important terms most commonly used in Patent Law* Ø *Reference to relevant sections and rules* Ø *Provides straightforward explanations of patent law terminology simple language* Ø *Storehouse of information* *Cost: **300 INR per copy (additional 75 INR for shipment)* *How to order* *Dictionary on Indian Patent Law can be ordered by making payment of 300 INR (additional 75 INR for shipment) by cheque or demand draft payable to Origiin IP Solutions, Bangalore.* *Postal address:* Origiin IP Solutions LLP #51, MCHS, 15th Cross HSR Layout, Sector 4, Bangalore, Karnataka India Pin: 560034 Phone 9845693459 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 9845693459 end_of_the_skype_highlighting, 9880213204 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 9880213204 end_of_the_skype_highlighting Email: info(a)origiin.com, origin.training(a)gmail.com For more details, click the link below: http://origiinipae.blogspot.com/2011/11/indias-first-dictionary-on-indian.h… Best regards, Bindu Sharma *Origi**in* *IP Solutions LLP* [Intellectual Property Rights] Bangalore Phone: +919845693459, +918025830363 Website: www.origiin.com Email: bindu(a)origiin.com, origiin2010(a)gmail.com Blog: http://origiin.blogspot.com, http://origiinipae.blogspot.com Linkedin Profile: http://in.linkedin.com/in/bindusharma *Without patents, the future of your business may be owned by someone else* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Need Journal: June 2010 issue.
by Pavithrabai M S 12 Nov '11

12 Nov '11

Dear professionals, One of My faculty Member need this article/Issue. If your institution/organization subscribing this Journal, Kindly send it to me. I will be thankful to you, its an urgent. Journal : Social Science Probings Issue : June 2010 Published by Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR) Thanking you, -- With Best Regards : Ms. Pavithrabai M S Librarian Centre For the Study Of Culture and Society No. 827, 29th Main Road, Poornaprajna HBCS Layout Uttarahalli, BANGALORE - 560 061 Tel ph No:91-80- 26730476/26730967/26730268 website:www.cscs.res.in Email: pavithrabai(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] NewGenLib Adaptation program
by Jai Haravu 11 Nov '11

11 Nov '11

This is concerning Mr P K Uphadya's posting on the relative strengths and weaknesses of NewGenLib (NGL) and Koha in the open source space for library management systems. It would be nice if existing users of these software systems can post their experiences with their implementation of these software. This would help professionals in evaluating the software suitable for them..NGL's latest version 3.0.3 has many customizable features (in addition to what Mr Upadhyay has pointed out) including the use of VuFind as the OPAC front-end as well as enabling mobile enhancements. I would also like to add from my experience that NGL has many features specific to the practices followed in Indian academic and special libraries. This may also be a factor to consider and comment upon when comparing software. I hope people will exchange their experiences on these as well. Haravu On 10-11-2011 21:37, lis-forum-request(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in wrote: > Send LIS-Forum mailing list submissions to > lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > lis-forum-request(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > > You can reach the person managing the list at > lis-forum-owner(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of LIS-Forum digest..." > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. Re: Fwd: Verus starts NewGenLib adaptation program (Upadhyay P K) > 2. Assistant Librarian in Central Institute of Indian Languages > (Satish S) > 3. National Library Week Celebrations by KALA > (rajendrababu.hanumanthappa(a)wipro.com) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Wed, 09 Nov 2011 18:41:34 +0530 > From: Upadhyay P K<pku(a)nic.in> > To: Shamprasad Pujar<pujar(a)igidr.ac.in>, lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > Subject: Re: [LIS-Forum] Fwd: Verus starts NewGenLib adaptation > program > Message-ID:<fc6d1cf6b047.4ebac95e(a)nic.in> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > > Dear friends, > > It is very good posting in this forum on adoption of OSS and other softwares. There have been varying opinion. Last year I had posted various mails on pros and cons of OSS and Commercial softwares. > > In relation to NewGenLib and KOHA, technically I would prefer NGL to KOHA. Few of the reasons are: > Technology platform of NewGenLib has been PsotgreSQL backend, Apache server and JAVA at front end. These are the most preferred choices like .Net for development of softwares, although various technologies are being used for others including Open and proprietary. I do not understand why developers of KOHA application used/chose PERL langauage for front development and MySQL as back end. What will be long term implication, time will tell. Although KOHA has been customized for PostgreSQL and Windows lateron. > > Another fascinating technology of NewGenlib is their search engine Solr and ZOTERO. For Bibliographic and Authority data searches NGL now uses Solr. Solr is the popular, blazing fast open source enterprise search platform from the Apache Lucene project. Even DSpace also uses Lucene and now it has customized for use of Solr. Again here, KOHA is using ZEBRA search engine not so popular like Lucene and Solr. > > I find it easy to integrate DSpace and NewGenLib with portal using JSP and common connectors more of JAVA technology. > > Both of softwares are licensed as GPL not BSD. Although I prefer BSD, DSpace is BSD licensed. > > Both the software are now being supported in India by private firms, it is good. Again I would repeat that either Open Source, Free or commercial, total implementation of the information system/software that matters and it hardly makes any difference in cost. > > Some of the research articles will help you to understand the efforts of library automation and digital library implementation. I liked one such paper by S R Birje on Library Automation case study in SRLELS Journal of Information Management, V48 (2), April 2011, p131-145. Although some of the cost and effort estimation could also have been incorporated in this paper like OPAC Hosting on Internet server, Database Hosting, Customization, Post implementation support, etc. for others to understand implementation. > > Even Dr Goudar also comprehensively on his experience in migration from one application to other. > > If any one like to discuss more on the issue, I would be happy to extend my inputs. > > with kind regards > > P K Upadhyay > NIC, Delhi > > > On 10/04/11, Shamprasad Pujar<pujar(a)igidr.ac.in> wrote: > >> Dear Members, >> >> I think it is a very good opportunity for libraries which have not yet >> undertaken complete automation. The members, who wish to participate in this >> programme at NO COST, may check details available in the forwarded message. >> >> best Regards, >> >> Dr S.M. Pujar >> Deputy Librarian >> IGIDR, Mumbai >> ======================================= >> >> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >> From: NewGenLib - Verus Solutions<info(a)verussolutions.biz> >> Date: Tue, Oct 4, 2011 at 9:16 AM >> Subject: Verus starts NewGenLib adaptation program >> To: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in >> >> >> >> Dear Patrons: >> >> Verus Solutions has started "NewGenLib Adaptation Program". You may also >> recommend this program for other libraries. >> >> What is "NewGenLib Adaptation Program"? >> ------------------------------------------------------------ >> This program is for libraries which are planning to automate their libraries >> in just 4 days. This is time-bound program. The duration of this program is >> 32 hours (4 - days). And it is very simple. There are schedules for this >> program. If you strictly follow the schedule you will fully automate your >> library in just 4 days. You will be visually observing your users' (and >> management) satisfaction and praise for library services. >> >> What should you do to enroll to this program? >> --------------------------------------------------------------- >> Please visit http://www.verussolutions.biz/web/nglAdaptationProgram and >> enrol your library for the program. You may also share this link with >> libraries that are planning to implement library automation. >> >> What happens after enrollment? >> -------------------------------------------- >> NewGenLib Open Source Team will do the following tasks for you >> >> Step 1 - Installation: We will download and install the latest version of >> NewGenLib on your system. If you have any clients we will install NewGenLib >> clients. >> >> Step 2 - Training: This is a 24 hour program (3 days). In this step we will >> train you on all the critical functionalities of library management. >> >> Step 3 - Installing migrated data: We will be collecting you data to convert >> it into NewGenLib schema. The privacy of your library data will be strictly >> be maintained. NewGenLib Open Source Team will be accepting a Non-Disclosure >> Agreement from you to protect the privacy of your data. The process of >> collecting the data will happen at step 1 itself. So that at the end of the >> program the converted data is installed. >> >> Step 4 - System maintenance and support: We will provide you with >> information on process to get instant help from us. Maintaining NewGenLib is >> very cost effective. >> >> Is this program strictly based on schedule? >> ---------------------------------------------------------- >> The program is designed for 32 hours, that is 4 days x 8 hours per day. >> However you are at your liberty to allot time for this program. >> >> What are the costs involved in taking up this program? >> -------------------------------------------------------------------------- >> Verus Solutions does not charge any thing for this program. This is >> absolutely a free program. All you need is a decent Internet connection as >> all the tasks are executed on-line. >> >> For any queries you may send us an email to info(a)verussolutions.biz >> >> >> Wishing you a happy library management >> >> Warm regards >> NewGenLib Open Source Team >> Verus Solutions >> >> -- >> This message has been scanned for viruses and >> dangerous content by MailScanner, and is >> believed to be clean. >> >>

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Granthsoochi - free online catalog on Koha
by savitra sirohi 11 Nov '11

11 Nov '11

All, We are offering a a free service that allows you to publish up-to 2,500 catalog records on the Internet. The online catalog is available here: http://granthsoochi.osslabs.biz You can use this site to: * Catalog your books and other material * Publish your catalog on the Internet for everyone to see * Share your catalog records with others * Use catalog records created by others * Create catalog records using sources such as Library of Congress * Export your catalog records in MARC formats You will be able to see your records by filtering on your library name. The platform is Koha based and is hosted on high availability cloud computing platform. Those interested in using the site can contact us using the contact form available here: http://www.osslabs.biz/contactus Updates on this project will be available at this url: http://www.osslabs.biz/koha/granthsoochi Thanks, Savitra Sirohi Nucsoft OSS Labs Professional IT support for Open Source Software http://www.osslabs.biz -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IITs, IIMs not in league of MIT, Leeds: World Bank
by Rahul Hiremath 11 Nov '11

11 Nov '11

IITs, IIMs not in league of MIT, Leeds: World Bank World Bank Director Education Elizabeth M King has said that although India is enrolling more students in schools and colleges, the quality of education in the country remains poor. She also pointed out that the country has good institutions like IITs and IIMs but they are not in the league of MIT and Leeds in terms of quality of education. "It's not enough that you are putting more children into schools and colleges each year, you will have to bring them at par with international standard. Though India has some good institutions like IITs and IIMs, they are not as tall as institutions like MIT and Leeds in terms of quality of education provided," said Elizabeth M King said on the sidelines of World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) in Doha. She said that inequality in the distribution of resources is causing trouble in achieving high education standards. "Most of the people who come to even IITs and IIIMs have to be from well-off families, where are the opportunities for the poor? Government is not using the funds appropriately," King said. She, however, praised HRD Minister Kapil Sibal, saying he has a good vision for future of India and is open to technological innovations. "I met him (Sibal) in March. He has a good vision to implement the Constitution. I think it will be interesting to see how Aakash (world's most affordable tablet PC launched by the Government) is going to change the education scenario in India. I see it doing so in many ways," she said. King also praised the education policy for girl child in Haryana, saying she saw something similar being implemented in Brazil recently. "Such schemes not only help to increase the literacy rates among girls, they also abate the fears of early marriage among girls," she said. [Source: Economic Times] Rahul R.Hiremath Librarian N.S.S. College of Commerce & Economics Tardeo Mumbai – 34 http://rahulrh.yolasite.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Co.Nx Webchat with R. David Lankes, Thursday, November 17 @ 8:30 pm
by Mailing List Admin 11 Nov '11

11 Nov '11

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Fwd: Verus starts NewGenLib adaptation program (Upadhyay P K) -- Rgds Koha
by savitra sirohi 11 Nov '11

11 Nov '11

All, in response to Mr. P K Upadhyay's message on Koha technology stack and its search engine: 1. Solr Search Engine: Agreed, Solr/Lucene is better. But Zebra is very good too, I don't beleive any library has serious issues with Zebra. Also Koha will have Solr very soon. You can see a working implementation of Koha with Solr here: http://178.79.186.94 (OPAC) To try searches use following search terms: a* (to see a lot of records and then refine) Sample Chinese search term: 梁诗正等编 2. On Perl & Mysql: Perl is very fast, and it has vast software libraries (see cpan.org) that make programming new features on Koha very quick. MySQL is the world's most widely used Open Source DBMS, very large libraries run on this platform without any problems, e.g. British Council Libraries in India and Sri Lanka have 2 million loans per year. This is running smoothly on Mysql. Java and PostgreSQL are very good, but there is no reason to select a software purely on one's perceptions of a technology stack. The fact is that Perl & MySQL have served Koha and its user very well over the last 10 years and likely to continue to do so in the future. 3. Koha vs. Newgenlib Koha is a true open source with a wide global community and a wide developer and vendor base. This is the true advantage of Koha over Newgenlib. The implications of this are: - Koha is likely to improve exponentially due to the wide pool of sponsors and developers - Koha is going to be open source forever, no single entity controls the software. Vendors can come and go but this has not impact on the health of the software and its development trajectory. - Koha is developed using a true open source development process. Diverse group of people including librarians, developers, software architects are involved in decision making. This makes the software quality better. Thanks, Savitra Sirohi Nucsoft OSS Labs Professional support for Open Source Software http://www.osslabs.biz Message: 1 Date: Wed, 09 Nov 2011 18:41:34 +0530 From: Upadhyay P K <pku(a)nic.in> To: Shamprasad Pujar <pujar(a)igidr.ac.in>, lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Subject: Re: [LIS-Forum] Fwd: Verus starts NewGenLib adaptation program Message-ID: <fc6d1cf6b047.4ebac95e(a)nic.in> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Dear friends, It is very good posting in this forum on adoption of OSS and other softwares. There have been varying opinion. Last year I had posted various mails on pros and cons of OSS and Commercial softwares. In relation to NewGenLib and KOHA, technically I would prefer NGL to KOHA. Few of the reasons are: Technology platform of NewGenLib has been PsotgreSQL backend, Apache server and JAVA at front end. These are the most preferred choices like .Net for development of softwares, although various technologies are being used for others including Open and proprietary. I do not understand why developers of KOHA application used/chose PERL langauage for front development and MySQL as back end. What will be long term implication, time will tell. Although KOHA has been customized for PostgreSQL and Windows lateron. Another fascinating technology of NewGenlib is their search engine Solr and ZOTERO. For Bibliographic and Authority data searches NGL now uses Solr. Solr is the popular, blazing fast open source enterprise search platform from the Apache Lucene project. Even DSpace also uses Lucene and now it has customized for use of Solr. Again here, KOHA is using ZEBRA search engine not so popular like Lucene and Solr. I find it easy to integrate DSpace and NewGenLib with portal using JSP and common connectors more of JAVA technology. Both of softwares are licensed as GPL not BSD. Although I prefer BSD, DSpace is BSD licensed. Both the software are now being supported in India by private firms, it is good. Again I would repeat that either Open Source, Free or commercial, total implementation of the information system/software that matters and it hardly makes any difference in cost. Some of the research articles will help you to understand the efforts of library automation and digital library implementation. I liked one such paper by S R Birje on Library Automation case study in SRLELS Journal of Information Management, V48 (2), April 2011, p131-145. Although some of the cost and effort estimation could also have been incorporated in this paper like OPAC Hosting on Internet server, Database Hosting, Customization, Post implementation support, etc. for others to understand implementation. Even Dr Goudar also comprehensively on his experience in migration from one application to other. If any one like to discuss more on the issue, I would be happy to extend my inputs. with kind regards P K Upadhyay NIC, Delhi -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Library Week Celebrations by KALA
by rajendrababu.hanumanthappa＠wipro.com 10 Nov '11

10 Nov '11

Dear Professionals, KALA takes immense pleasure in inviting you to join us in Celebrating National Library Week during 14-20 November 2011. The Program is as follows. ========================================================= Date: 15th November 2011 Topic: "Mind Openers: How Inquisitive Are YOU?" Speaker: Mr. K V Ramaswamy, Renowned Behavioral Trainer, Bangalore. Time: 14.30pm onwards, Venue: Auditorium, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology (NMIT), Yelahanka, Bangalore. For more details please contact: Mr. Gangadhar, Chief Librarian, NMIT. Ph: +91-9379835009 e-mail: gangadhar67(a)yahoo.com<mailto:gangadhar67@yahoo.com> ========================================================= Date: 16th November 2011 Topics: 1. "Governance at Cross Roads" by Mr. A Ramaswamy, Former Chairman of Karnataka Appellate Tribunal (KAT), Bangalore-82. 2. "Libraries at the Cross Roads" by Dr. Siddamalliah H S, Principal, Library and Information Officer, NIMHANS, Bangalore. Time: 14.00pm onwards, Venue: Auditorium, CMR Institute of Management studies, #2, 3rd' C' Cross. 6th 'A' Main, HRBR Layout, Kalyan Nagar, Bangalore - 560043. For more details please contact: Mr. Paramashivaiah H S Chief Librarian, CMR Institute of Management studies Ph: +91-9448190951 e-mail: paramashiv(a)gmail.com<mailto:paramashiv@gmail.com> ============================================== Date: 17th November 2011 Topic: "Open Access to Scholarly Literature" Speaker: Dr. Francis Jayakanth, NCSI, IISc, Bangalore. Time: 14.30pm onwards, Venue: Auditorium, SJB Institute of Technology, Uttarahalli-Kengeri Road, Bangalore. For more details please contact: Mr. Vinay C Chief Librarian, SJBIT. Ph: +91-9886811828 e-mail: vinayc1975(a)gmail.com<mailto:vinayc1975@gmail.com> ============================================== Date: 18th November 2011 Topics: 1. "Sustainability: A Primer" by Mr. Bijal Rasbihari Chhaya, Principal Consultant, Talent Transformation, Wipro. 2. "What a Wonderful world!" by Mr. Subhankar Biswas, Renowned Artist, Bangalore. Time: 16.30pm onwards, Venue: Auditorium, Raman Research Institute, C V Raman Avenue, Bangalore. For more details please contact: Dr. Meera B M Chief Librarian, RRI. Ph: +91-9844519180 e-mail: meera(a)rri.res.in<mailto:meera@rri.res.in> ================================================ Date: 19th November 2011 Topic: "Behavioral Training in the Corporate World" by Mr. Sudip Majumder, Manager, Global Enablement and Delivery, Talent Transformation, Wipro, Bangalore" Time: 10.30am onwards, Venue: Auditorium, Kalpataru Institute of Technology (KIT), Tiptur, Tumkur Dist, Karnataka. For more details please contact: Dr. Bachalapur M M Chief Librarian, KIT and Governing Council Member, KALA. Ph: +91-9740016911 e-mail: bachalapur(a)gmail.com<mailto:bachalapur@gmail.com> ================================================ I request you to please make it convenient to attend the events and encourage your professional friends to attend the programs organized and make it successful. For any further clarifications/ details, please feel free to contact KALA office bearers; Raghavendra R Vice President, KALA e-mail: raghupawar(a)gmail.com<mailto:raghupawar@gmail.com> Rajendra Babu H General Secretary, KALA. e-mail: rhbabu2003(a)yahoo.co.in<mailto:rhbabu2003@yahoo.co.in> Please do not print this email unless it is absolutely necessary. The information contained in this electronic message and any attachments to this message are intended for the exclusive use of the addressee(s) and may contain proprietary, confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient, you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Please notify the sender immediately and destroy all copies of this message and any attachments. WARNING: Computer viruses can be transmitted via email. The recipient should check this email and any attachments for the presence of viruses. The company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.wipro.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Assistant Librarian in Central Institute of Indian Languages
by Satish S 10 Nov '11

10 Nov '11

There is a post of Assistant Librarian in Central Institute of Indian Languages, Ministry of Human Resource Development). For more details see below link http://http://ssckkr.kar.nic.in/Eng%20Advt-3-2011.pdf<http://http//ssckkr.kar.nic.in/Eng%20Advt-3-2011.pdf> -- SATISH.S MLISc., M.Phil RVCE, BENGALORU. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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MyLISA Lecture on 'Innovative Approaches in Library Liaison'
by Sunil MV 09 Nov '11

09 Nov '11

MyLISA, Mysore cordially invites you to the lecture on *Innovative Approaches in Library Liaison* BY: Dr. Jesudoss Manalan Librarian Bishop Heber College Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu followed by * Nirmal Library Automation Software DEMO * BY: Dr. Venugopal Former University Librarian Director Nirmal Library Automation Software Tiruchirappali, Tamil Nadu on November 12, 2011 at 3:30 PM *Venue: *Basudeve Somani College, Mysore -- *Please consider your environmental responsibility before printing this e-mail* Sunil M.V. Public Relation Officer - MyLISA, Mysore Librarian SDM Institute for Management Development No. 1, Chamundi Hill Main Road Siddharthanagar Post Mysore - 570 011 KARNATAKA -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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E-Content 2011 - Keynote Speakers Announced
by Soji Mathew 09 Nov '11

09 Nov '11

We are pleased to announce the Keynote speakers for E-Content 2011 - From Discovery to Delivery Chandigarh - November 21, 2011 Dr. Rajneesh Arora Vice Chancellor Punjab Technical University, Kapurthala Bhubaneswar - November 23, 2011 Prof. (Dr.) Ashok S. Kolaskar Vice Chancellor KIIT University, Bhubaneswar Hyderabad - November 24, 2011 Prof. Ramakrishna Ramaswamy Vice Chancellor University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad Pune - November 25, 2011 (will be announced shortly) Please register yourself for participating in the seminar to listen to these eminent speakers. Register at: www.informindia.co.in/event2011 Hurry up... Only few seats left... Regards, Soji Mathew Informatics (India) Limited | 194, R. V. Road, Basavanagudi | Bangalore - 560004, India www.informindia.co.in | Phone: +91 80 4038 7777 | Fax: +91 80 4038 7600 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Workshop on Web Content Management (WCM 2011)
by Shibu.K.M 09 Nov '11

09 Nov '11

*Workshop on Web Content Management* *(WCM 2011) ** (3rd -4th December, 2011)* *Organized by*** *Department of Library and Information Science, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh*** *(Partially supported by **DST under Project Mode)*** * * *About the Workshop* Information Technology has made advances over the last several years. As the World Wide Web grows, it is becoming more and more complex for humans to efficiently find and exploit the information. The underlying idea of having a description of data available on the Web is organized in such a way as to be used by machines. Therefore management of information on web is crucially important for better utilization of resources. The information professionals in all kinds of information warehouses have to apply the tools and techniques of ICT to meet the changing requirements of the users by innovating its procedures and systems. This workshop aims to help the library professionals to get an overview and hands on experience on designing library web portals and developing subject gateways. This workshop intends to sharpen the skills of information professionals to present information effectively using internet technology. *Web Portal Designing* Web portal is a web site that functions as a point of access to information in the World Wide Web. A portal presents information from diverse sources in a unified way. This workshop will give hands on training to most of the activities involved in designing a library web portal. *Subject Gateways* Gateways are the Internet search tools to help people find resources on the Internet. They are Internet based services designed to help users locate high quality information that is available on the Internet. *Participants* The Workshop is primarily meant for: · Library and Information Science professionals · IT professionals and · Academicians The total in take would be 30 participants on first come first served basis. *Resource persons* Eminent resource persons will be invited from the reputed institutions in the country. * * *Important Dates* Registration starts 10th November, 2011 Registration closes 30th November, 2011 *Registration* There is a registration fee of Rs 500. It includes the workshop folder, working lunch, and high tea. Registration fee can be paid by Cash/Bank Draft drawn in favour of *the Coordinator, WCM2011 payable at Aligarh*. Participants will be given a certificate on successful completion of the workshop. * * *Accommodation* Accommodation may be arranged on nominal tariffs for the participants in the University Guest House/near by hotels on first come first served basis. * * *About the Department of Library and Information Science, AMU, Aligarh* Department of Library and Information Science of Aligarh Muslim University is a premier institution in the field of Library and Information Science in India with a history that reaches back about sixty years. The foundation of the Department was laid way back in 1950-51 with the introduction of a 'Certificate Course in Library Science', by the then University Librarian, Padma Shri Prof. S. Bashiruddin. Encouraged by the success of the certificate course, late Prof. S. Bashiruddin introduced 'Bachelor of Library Science' in 1958-59 with full time lecturers for the first time in the country. The Certificate course was discontinued in 1968-69. Subsequently, 'Master of Library Science' was introduced in 1970-71. Another pioneering step taken by the department in the year 1986-87 was the introduction of Library Science as a subsidiary subject at B.A level in the Faculties of Arts and Social Science. Realizing the need and importance of research in the subject, the Department started M.Phil/Ph.D programmes since 1990-91. The teaching faculty of the department includes one Professor, three Associate Professors, two Assistant Professors, and two Guest Faculties. Using the modern ICT facilities in the dept, the faculty members are engaged in active research on various aspects of LIS. At present, the department has two ongoing projects sponsored by ICSSR and Department of Science and Technology Govt. of India. In the past also few UGC sponsored projects have been successfully completed. The guild of academic activities such as conferences, seminars, workshops and extramural lectures of eminent scholars have always been regular features of the department. * * *About DST Funded Project* Department of Science & Technology (DST) was established in May 1971, with the objective of promoting new areas of Science & Technology and to play the role of a nodal department for organizing, coordinating and promoting S&T activities in the country. Department of Library and Information Science, Aligarh Muslim University is developing Subject Information Gateway in Information Technology (SIGIT), first full-fledged subject information gateway exclusively in the field of Information Technology (IT) fully funded by DST. SIGIT comprehensively covers all areas of Information Technology like e-journals, e-books, IT schools and their curriculum links, databases, free as well as open source software, research projects, electronic theses and dissertations, programming languages, forthcoming conferences/workshops, fellowships and grants, training programmes in IT, etc. and it indents to cater the information needs of the specialists who are directly or indirectly concerned with IT as a subject or an activity. It will be also useful for scientists, academicians, researchers, authors, students, etc. who are engaged in IT based study/research work. *ORGANIZING COMMITTEE* * * *DIRECTOR* * * *Prof. Shabahat Husain* (Prof. DLIS & Librarian-In-Charge, M A Library, AMU, Aligarh) * * *COORDINATOR* * * *Dr. Naushad Ali P.M* (Chairman, DLIS, AMU, Aligarh) * * *COMMITTEE MEMBERS* * * *Mr. S. Mustafa Zaidi* (Asso. Prof. DLIS, AMU, Aligarh) *Dr. Sudharma Haridasan* (Asso. Prof. DLIS, AMU, Aligarh) *Dr. Nishat Fatima* (Asst. Prof. DLIS, AMU, Aligarh) *Dr. Mehtab Alam Ansari* (Asst. Prof. DLIS, AMU, Aligarh) *Mr. Shibu K.M* (Guest Faculty, DLIS, AMU, Aligarh) *Ms. Surayya Ghalibeen* (Guest Faculty, DLIS, AMU, Aligarh) * * *Address for Correspondence* * * *Coordinator* WCM 2011 Department of Library and Information Science Aligarh Muslim University Aligarh 202 002 Phone: Tel: 0571 2700039 Email: wcmdlis(a)gmail.com For queries, please may contact: *Mr. Shibu K.M*, Dept of Library and Information Science, Mob: +91 9536767063 E-mail: shibukm123(a)gmail.com *Registration Form* Name: Mr./Ms./Mrs./Dr./Prof._________________________________________________________ Designation: ___________________________________________________________ __________ Organization: _____________________________________________________________________ Address : _________________________________________________________________________ City: ________________ Pin: ____________State: ______________ Country: _________________ Phone: Office:_____________________________ Res.:____________________________________ Fax: ______________________________ Mobile:_____________________________________ E-mail: _____________________________________________________________________________ Accommodation Required: Yes No Mode of Payment Cash DD/Cheque * * *Details of Demand Draft (DD)* Kindly make the DD in favour of “*the Coordinator, WCM2011*” Payable at Aligarh No.___________________ Date ___/___/________ Bank ________________________ Branch___________________Amount_____________ * * * * *Travel Schedule* Date Time Mode Arrival Return Date : Place : Signature Please send the Registration Form to* *:* Dr. Naushad Ali P.M, *Coordinator, WCM 2011, Department of Library and Information Science, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh 202 002 Thanks and regards Shibu K M Department of Library and Information Science Aligarh Muslim University Aligarh 202 002 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Recruitment of Two apprenticeship trainees
by NIMR-LIBRARY 09 Nov '11

09 Nov '11

Dear All, Kindly circulate the follwoing among forum members. National Institute of Malaria Research Sector 8, Dwarka New Delhi-110 077 Recruitment of Apprenticeship Trainees at Library of National Institute of Malaria Research Delhi Library of National Institute of Malaria Research requires Two young professionals to work as Apprenticeship trainees for the year 2012 (January- December 2012) purely on temporary basis for the proposed term. Qualifications and method of recruitment are furnished below. Qualifications: Freshly pass out BLIS graduates (Results declared in 2011) from a recognized University or Institute Tenure: January to December 2012 Stipend: Rs 11500/- (Rupees Eleven thousand five hundred only) consolidated, no other allowances Method of recruitment: Interested candidates may send their curriculum vitae/biodata to The Director, National Institute of Malaria Research, Sector 8, Dwarka, New Delhi-110 077 by post or E-mail their biodata in MS Word File to librarian(a)mrcindia.org. Candidates sending their application through post are requested to super scribe the envelop with "Application for the post of Apprenticeship trainee at NIMR Library" Last date of receipt of applications: 30 November 2011 Note: The applications will be screened initially and only short listed suitable candidates (10-15 candidates) will be called for personal discussion in December 2011. Selected candidates will have to join in January 2011. Selected candidates have to make their own arrangements for stay in Delhi. Candidates will have to bring all original documents, certificates at the time of Personal discussion. Director NIMR -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IATLIS Awards: Call for Nominations. Closing Date: 15 November 2011
by Jagtar Singh 08 Nov '11

08 Nov '11

IATLIS Awards – Call for Nominations In the last general body meeting of the Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS) held on 18 November 2010 at University of Pune, Pune, the increase in the number of LIS teachers and IATLIS members was highly appreciated. In view of the increase of LIS teachers and members, it was resolved to give the following awards on an annual basis. Therefore, IATLIS invites nominations from LIS teachers /professionals / researchers for the following two awards: 1. IATLIS – Motiwale Best LIS Teacher Award 2011 2. IATLIS – Mrs. Ratna Laxman Rao Best LIS Teacher / Professional Award 2011 3. IATLIS - Prof. S.P. Narang Research Promotion Award 2011 A. Eligibility for IATLIS – Motiwale Best LIS Teacher Award, and IATLIS – Mrs. Ratna Laxman Rao Best LIS Teacher / Professional Award: Executive Council Members of IATLIS are not eligible to be nominated for these awards. The nominee should have at least 10 years of teaching experience at the post-graduate level or 10 years professional experience at a senior level, and should be in service. A person can receive the award only once and one person can nominate only one LIS teacher / professional for each award at a time. B. Eligibility criteria for IATLIS - Prof. S.P. Narang Research Promotion Award to be given every alternate year to an LIS Teacher: The teacher must be in-service in a UGC recognized university on a full-time basis and must have at least 10 years of teaching and research experience in Library and Information Science. The following aspects of the research work during previous two years shall be considered for the award: Supervision of Ph.D. research work Research funding got from national and international bodies. Research papers published in peer-reviewed journals. Research publications that got citations. The recipient LIS teacher/researcher will be given a citation and a memento/shawl at the Annual IATLIS Conference. The nominations will be considered by an Awards Committee constituted by the IATLIS Executive Committee. An award will not be given in case majority of the Committee Members feel that no one has been found suitable for that award. Nominations in quadruplicate (four copies) with all the supporting documents should reach The General Secretary, IATLIS, Department of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala 147002 (Punjab) on or before 15 November 2011. In addition to four copies of nominations in hard copy form, a soft copy of nominations should also be sent to the General Secretary, IATLIS by email at iatlis.patiala(a)gmail.com. No communication other than nominations will be entertained and the decision of the Awards Committee will be final. Dr. H.P.S. Kalra, Joint Secretary, IATLIS iatlis.patiala(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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ILA CONFERENCE AT MANGALORE, D.K. ,KARNATAKA
by Vishala BK 08 Nov '11

08 Nov '11

*ILA Annual Conference 2012 at Mangalore* Dear professional friends, *The 57th Annual conference* of the *INDIAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION -* will be organised by St.Agnes Centre for Post Graduate Studies & Research, Mangalore, Karnataka, in collaboration with Karnataka State College Librarians’Association (R) Bangalore, Karnataka on* **February** *23-25, 2012 on the theme *"KNOWLEDGE SOCIETY: INNOVATIONS IN LIBRARIANSHIP".* Last date of Submission of Fulltext Papers : 25.12.2011 Acceptance Notification : 10.01.2012 Conference : 23-25 February, 2012 Venue : St.Agnes Centre (Autonomous) Bendore, Mangalore-575002 Karnataka, India More details are available at the website http://ilaconference2012.weebly.com/index.html Contact details *Dr. Vishala B.K.* *Organising Secretary** *Head and Selection Grade Librarian St.Agnes Center for P.G. Studies & Research Library, Mercara Hill Road, Bendore, Mangalore-575002, Karnataka, India Phone: 09448824505; (M), 09880984544 Email: *bk.vishala(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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Reg: Article Needed
by ksgimahesh 08 Nov '11

08 Nov '11

Dear Professionals, One of My faculty Member urgent need this article for her research work. Any one can send me the below articles. 1. Cyclic strain resistance and fracture behaviour of Al2O3-particulate[image: next term]<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/014211239598939Z#hit2> -[image: previous term]<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/014211239598939Z#hit1> reinforced[image: next term]<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/014211239598939Z#hit3>2014 aluminium alloy metal-matrix composites *International Journal of Fatigue*<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/journal/01421123> Volume 17, Issue 3<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science?_ob=PublicationURL&_hubEid=1-s2.0-S014…>, April 1995, Pages 183-199 , 2. On the castability of Al-Si/SiC particle-reinforced metal-matrix composites: Factors affecting fluidity and soundness<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/026635389390016A?_alid=180…> *Composites Science and Technology*<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/journal/02663538>, Volume 49, Issue 1<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science?_ob=PublicationURL&_hubEid=1-s2.0-S026…>, 1993, Pages 1-12 3. *Effect of solidification rate and metal feedability on porosity and SiCAl2O3 particle distribution in an Al-Si-Mg (359) alloy<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/0266353895000011?_alid=180…> * *Composites Science and Technology*<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/journal/02663538>Volume 53, Issue 3<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science?_ob=PublicationURL&_hubEid=1-s2.0-S026…>, 1995, Pages 301-315 -- *With Regards* ** * Mahesh. Y Assistant Librarian, K.S.School of Engineering & Management, K.S.Group of Institutions, Bangalore-62. * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Asst. Librarian / Librarian - Mumbai
by kamlesh hilal 08 Nov '11

08 Nov '11

Asst. Librarian / Librarian - Mumbai 1 Opening(s) Personnel Selekt, hiring for India’s premier cultural institution * * <http://naukri.com/tieups/tieups.php?othersrcp=11497> *Experience:* 4 - 9 Years *Location:* Mumbai, Mumbai Suburbs *Compensation:* Attractive Compensation with benefits and a 5 day week *Education:* UG - Other Graduate - Any Specialization PG - Any PG Course - Any Specialization,Post Graduation Not Required *Industry Type:* Education/ Teaching/Training *Role:* Librarian *Functional Area:* Teaching, Education *Posted Date:* 03 Nov Job Description The incumbent would work a 5 day week and be responsible for providing effective library and research services to local and international users and be responsible for the maintenance of the Library and all its content matter. Evaluating the existing library systems and controls and upgrading them if required to reflect a modern knowledge center, updating library policies and procedures, keep abreast of the latest technology and source and track for the availability of new products best suited to the Library, Proper catalogue and display of new acquisitions, prepare specific research reports, conducting workshops for various users, monitor and regularly renew subscriptions, relationship management with internal and external customers, etc are some important job attributes. *Keywords:* Librarian, Information Executive, Desired Candidate Profile Applicants should be smart and presentable aged 26 – 32 years with at least a degree in Library Science and 5 – 10 years experience in the Library / Information Management function of a multinational organization. High computer literacy levels with a knowledge of various library software packages and good exposure to working in a digital environment are some important characteristics aspirants should possess. Company Profile Client of Personnel Selekt is India’s premier cultural institution which is 4 decades old. The first multi-venue, multi-purpose cultural centre to be built in South Asia, it has been committed since its inception to promoting and preserving the country’s rich and vibrant traditions in music, dance and theatre, as well as catalyzing new and innovative work in the field of the performing arts. With multiple modern theatres, a photography gallery, research and training center and extensive archival and library facilities located in the heart of Mumbai’s business district, our client presents more than 500 events each year across all major art forms. Contact Details *Company Name:* Personnel Selekt *Website:* http://www.personnelselekt.com *Executive Name:* Ms Subhashita Shetty *Address:* Not Mentioned *Email Address:* pselekt(a)vsnl.com *Telephone:* Not Mentioned *Reference ID:* NK - 979 / 11 -12 -- Thanks (¨`·.·´¨) Always `·.¸ (¨`·.·´¨) Keep (¨`·.·´¨)¸.·´ Smiling! `·.¸.·´ Kamlesh B. Hilal B.R.Harne College of Engineering & Technology Wangani (W) 421503 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : kamleshhilal24(a)gmail.com : http://kamleshhilal.blogspot.com : http://www.slideshare.net/kamleshhilal/online-buying-for-librarians. Mob : 9322735397 /// 9833787311. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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OA day at CSIR-NAL.
by Dr.Poornima Narayana 08 Nov '11

08 Nov '11

Dear Members The first ever celebrations of 'International Open Access Day' event was held at CSIR-NAL on 24th October 2011 in commemoration with the 'International Open Access Week' being celebrated during 24th -30th October 2011. This global event in its 4th year is an opportunity for the academic and research community to continue to learn about the potential benefits of Open Access (OA), to share what they have learned from professional colleagues, and to help inspire in wider participation in helping to make OA a new norm in scholarship and research. The program was organized at SR Valluri Auditorium in the afternoon. Dr. Poornima Narayana, Head, ICAST welcomed the gathering and highlighted the significance of open access movement and initiatives being adopted around the world. To convey complete awareness about OA and related issues appropriately, a 'road show' of video clipping depicting the advantages of OA was screened followed by a power point presentation on the current scenario of OA at international and national levels. The OA mandate framed by the CSIR Core Committee constituted by DG, CSIR and the guidelines / policies were highlighted. Mr. Shyam Chetty, Director, CSIR-NAL in his remarks highlighted the advancement in this direction and mentioned about the adoption of OA mandates/policies at CSIR, decided by DG, CSIR to ensure that the concept of OA is really accepted and implemented to make appropriate action plan, draw time lines and negotiate with publishers, the authors hosting rights and institutional archival rights in consonance with the OA mandates. He also mentioned that as per DG,CSIR's directive, CSIR will lead the OA movement within the country and take on board other scientific channels to form a 'National Open Access Policy' including legislation if necessary to mandate the availability of out put of publicly funded research in public domain in near future. He appreciated the role of CSIR-NAL in actively advocating and promoting the OA initiatives. He congratulated Head, ICAST & team representing CSIR-NAL for being recently awarded the 'Platinum Award' for the pioneering contributions to the CSIR OA movement along with CSIR-NIO. He further mentioned that the CSIR-NAL's Institutional Repositories (IR) has been one of the top ranked open repositories in the world's leading IRs. He mentioned that CSIR-NAL has been identified as the nodal point for guiding/setting up of IRs of not only other CSIR labs but other institutions in the country, as well and main committee constituted by the DG, CSIR apart from having a member from CSIR-NAL, has also identified a group for imparting training to the other CSIR laboratories with two members. The Chief Guest of the day was Prof. P. Balaram, Director, IISc and the editor of the popular journal 'Current Science'. Prof. Balaram with enormous contribution in science communication research, is an advocate of open access especially open archives. The topic of his presentation was on 'Science Publishing: Issues of Access' wherein he expressed his concern over the science publishing, the publisher's growing monopoly and in particular authors rights. He opined that open archives - one of the prominent OA channel is more preferable for promoting scholarly communication. In his own words "much publicly-funded research work done in India and other developing countries appears in high impact factor journals. The key question is, how should the fruits of publicly-funded research be made available to readers in the developing world at no cost? Since the question of who pays for open access journals is unresolved, scientists should go ahead and promote open archives. His concern regarding the funding of publishing in OA journals was clearly evident when he remarked 'OA - who will pay for the publishing - Authors or Readers??' In Europe and the United States, the costs of publishing in open access journals are underwritten by grants from bodies such as the Wellcome Trust, the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, and the US National Institutes of Health. These all provide grants that are far larger than any seen by scientists in developing countries." He appreciated the efforts of Librarians / Information Scientists for bridging the gap in providing the much needed information between the publishers and the information seekers. Professor suggested that the various consortiums, forums and organizations in the country have to come together for negotiations with the publishers with clearly defined agreements towards post-termination and perpetual access and discuss at length these issues at national policy making level while coming out with strong legislation to have sustainable open access model. Professor's speech was received with thunderous applause. Dr. L. Venkatakrishnan, Head of Experimental Aerodynamics Division, CSIR-NAL was the second speaker of the day on the topic 'Open Access: Promised Utopia Or Eventual Reality?' He gave a brief background on publication channel with peer review, a lengthy process taking around 18-21 months. His presentation touched upon the various channels/routes of OA: green, and gold for archival purposes. He presented a clear picture of rising / escalating cost of the commercial journals as the actual reason for the evolution of Open Access while citing the different OA journal models: completely free and author-pays-model (PLOS). In total agreement with Prof. Balaram's statement of promoting OA through open archives (IR), he put a straight forward question "Faculty creating, editing and reviewing content - Are publishers required?". Citing the famous phrase "Chicken or Egg", he pondered over the issue of 'More Downloads ?More Citations' Or More Citations ?More Downloads?' Regarding the funding aspect especially in developing countries which professor had already raised in his speech, Dr. Venkatakrishnan mentioned that general reaction of OA as 'Wider Access? More Downloads ?More Readers ?More Citations and finally to more funding'. He also provided some insight into the copyright policies of different publishers and statistics of authors citations/downloads in OA Context. Mr. BS Shivaram anchored the event while Mr. S R Dey proposed vote of thanks. http://www.icast.org.in/confICAST.php -- Dr. Poornima Narayana +91-80-25086083(W) Fulbright Scholar +91-80-26682781 (R) Head, ICAST poornima.narayan(a)gmail.com National Aerospace Laboratories Bangalore 560017 INDIA -- Dr. Poornima Narayana +91-80-25086083(W) Fulbright Scholar +91-80-26682781 (R) Head, ICAST poornima.narayan(a)gmail.com National Aerospace Laboratories Bangalore 560017 INDIA -- Dr. Poornima Narayana +91-80-25086083(W) Fulbright Scholar +91-80-26682781 (R) Head, ICAST poornima.narayan(a)gmail.com National Aerospace Laboratories Bangalore 560017 INDIA -- Dr. Poornima Narayana +91-80-25086083(W) Fulbright Scholar +91-80-26682781 (R) Deputy Head, ICAST poornima.narayan(a)gmail.com National Aerospace prn_1_in(a)yahoo.com Laboratories 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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Resscheduling of National seminar on Preservation of Information Resources in 21st century
by rabinarayan mishra 07 Nov '11

07 Nov '11

sir, Due to unavoidable circumstances and reasons beyond control, the National Seminar on Preservation of Information Resources in 21st century scheduled to be held on 23rd-25th November 2011 in the Dept. of Lib. & Inf. Science, Mizoram University, Aizawl has been rescheduled and postponed to 27th-29th February 2012. The last date for submission of paper is 31st December, 2011. Dr. R N Mishra Seminar Coordinator Ddept. of Lib. & Inf. sc. Mizoram University Aizawl -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Position of JRA (Junior Research Associate) @ ITC R&D Centre
by Hemanth Rao KR 07 Nov '11

07 Nov '11

Dear Friends, There is a position open for *JRA (Junior Research Associate) with ITC R&D Centre, ITC Limited* based in Bangalore. *Eligibility & Requirements: *M.L.I.S. (Masters in Library & Information Science) with Basic Science degree will be preferred. Library management, Ability to create internal newsletters/bulletins and handling daily newsletters, Carry out online publishing, maintaining tools for Information services, Intranet site maintenance Ability to understand the Scientists' area of interest and set-up alerts. The candidate is expected to be well versed with computers, Internet and library software's/tools Excellent communication skills. Good customer service skills and analytical skills. Ability to apply existing and emerging technologies to new initiatives and improve library services. Ability to work both independently and in a team. Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple deadlines without losing focus on quality. Keen learner & Pro-active. *Required Experience: *0-2 Years *Functional Area:* Knowledge Centre/Library *Salary:* As per Corporate standard Interested can send their updated resume to unnikrishnan.g at itc.in or unnikrishnangk at yahoo.com by 8th Nov 2011 along with a mention of present CTC in the mail. *Best Wishes & Regards,* Hemanth Rao KR, Knowledge Centre, ITC R&D Centre, Bangalore Ph: 9611695838 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Asst. Librarian / Librarian - Mumbai at Personnel Selekt
by kamlesh hilal 06 Nov '11

06 Nov '11

Asst. Librarian / Librarian - Mumbai at Personnel Selekt*Posted by*: *Personnel Selekt* *Posted date*: *03-Nov* *Job Description:* The incumbent would work a 5 day week and be responsible for providing effective library and research services to local and international users and be responsible for the maintenance of the Library and all its content matter. Evaluating the existing library systems and controls and upgrading them if required to reflect a modern knowledge center, updating library policies and procedures, keep abreast of the latest technology and source and track for the availability of new products best suited to the Library, Proper catalogue and display of new acquisitions, prepare specific research reports, conducting workshops for various users, monitor and regularly renew subscriptions, relationship management with internal and external customers, etc are some important job attributes. *Keywords:* Librarian, Information Executive, *Desired Candidate Profile* Applicants should be smart and presentable aged 26 &ndash 32 years with at least a degree in Library Science and 5 &ndash 10 years experience in the Library / Information Management function of a multinational organization. High computer literacy levels with a knowledge of various library software packages and good exposure to working in a digital environment are some important characteristics aspirants should possess. *Experience Required*: 4 - 9 Years *Education Required*: UG - Other Graduate - Any Specialization PG - Any PG Course - Any Specialization,Post Graduation Not Required Post DetailsJob TitleAsst. Librarian / Librarian - Mumbai at Personnel SelektClassificationEducation & Training Jobs<http://www.spanjobs.com/category/education-training.html>Job TypeFull-time <http://www.spanjobs.com/category/full-time.html>LocationMumbai JobsCountry <http://www.spanjobs.com/category/.html>Job SalaryAttractive Compensation with benefits and a 5 day weekCompany and Contact Details CompanyPersonnel SelektCompany ProfileClient of Personnel Selekt is India s premier cultural institution which is 4 decades old. The first multi-venue, multi-purpose cultural centre to be built in South Asia, it has been committed since its inception to promoting and preserving the country s rich and vibrant traditions in music, dance and theatre, as well as catalyzing new and innovative work in the field of the performing arts. With multiple modern theatres, a photography gallery, research and training center and extensive archival and library facilities located in the heart of Mumbai s business district, our client presents more than 500 events each year across all major art forms. *Address:*Not MentionedContact Person NameMs Subhashita Shetty -- Thanks (¨`·.·´¨) Always `·.¸ (¨`·.·´¨) Keep (¨`·.·´¨)¸.·´ Smiling! `·.¸.·´ Kamlesh B. Hilal B.R.Harne College of Engineering & Technology Wangani (W) 421503 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : kamleshhilal24(a)gmail.com : http://kamleshhilal.blogspot.com : http://www.slideshare.net/kamleshhilal/online-buying-for-librarians. Mob : 9322735397 /// 9833787311. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Post of Librarian(SC) at Shifastar Technologies Pvt Ltd
by kamlesh hilal 06 Nov '11

06 Nov '11

Post of Librarian(SC) at Shifastar Technologies Pvt Ltd*Posted by*: *Shifastar Technologies Pvt Ltd* *Posted date*: *04-Nov* *Job Description:* Job Description & Specification Designation 1.0Librarian Department 2.0Library Reports To 3.0Medical Director Broad Function 4.0 4.1Formulate library policies and procedures. 4.2Monitor availability of current materials for each discipline at the hospital. 4.3Budget allocation. 4.4Liaison with book vendors and subscription agencies. 4.5Acquisition, cataloging, arrangement, organization, and evaluation of library materials in any format. 4.6Negotiation of licensing agreements with vendors of electronic resources. 4.7Answering reference questions, performance of mediated searches of knowledge based information resources, and provision of other information. 4.8Circulation or control of materials. 4.9Notification to hospital staff of new information in their areas of interest. 4.10Audiovisual services. 4.11Promotion of library services. 4.12Cooperation with other libraries to optimize resource sharing. 4.13Information needs assessment and user surveys. Principal Responsibilities 5.0 Principal Responsibilities 5.1 Provide customer friendly service 5.1.1 Identify, retrieve, organize, repackage and present information in an actionable form. 5.1.2 Help control the flood of available information by selecting what is relevant and usable and, when required, analyzing or synthesizing the content. 5.2Implementation 5.2.1Risk & safety management To ensure that documents from the library are used in the proper manner by library patrons To protect library material from theft and damage In case of natural / man-made disasters, to ensure safety of library patrons 5.2.2Fiscal management Plan and monitor annual library budget that meets the needs of all departments of AHIRC and accountable for the same. Construct and maintain cost effective library facilities without sacrificing quality. Qualifications 6.0Qualifications 6.1Masters of Library and Information Science *Keywords:* Librarian *Desired Candidate Profile* Experience 7.0Experience 7.1Three years independently managing a hospital library Skills 8.0Skills 8.1Effective communication skills 8.2Works well with others in a team 8.3Technology savvy with Internet searching skills 8.4In-depth knowledge of print and electronic information resources in the specialized subject areas of AHIRC. 8.5Design and management of information services that meet the strategic information needs of the individual or group being served. *Experience Required*: 1 - 5 Years *Education Required*: UG - Any Graduate - Any Specialization PG - Any PG Course - Any Specialization Post DetailsJob TitlePost of Librarian(SC) at Shifastar Technologies Pvt Ltd ClassificationPharma, Healthcare & Biotechnology Jobs<http://www.spanjobs.com/category/pharma-healthcare-biotechnology.html>Job TypeFull-time <http://www.spanjobs.com/category/full-time.html>LocationMumbai JobsCountry----------------- <http://www.spanjobs.com/category/.html>Job Salary---------Company and Contact DetailsCompanyShifastar Technologies Pvt LtdCompany ProfileShifastar Technologies Pvt Ltd *Address:* C-Floral Deck Plaza, MIDC, Andheri East MUMBAI,Maharashtra,India 400093Contact Person Nameswapnil chavan -- Thanks (¨`·.·´¨) Always `·.¸ (¨`·.·´¨) Keep (¨`·.·´¨)¸.·´ Smiling! `·.¸.·´ Kamlesh B. Hilal B.R.Harne College of Engineering & Technology Wangani (W) 421503 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : kamleshhilal24(a)gmail.com : http://kamleshhilal.blogspot.com : http://www.slideshare.net/kamleshhilal/online-buying-for-librarians. Mob : 9322735397 /// 9833787311. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC Sponsored Two days National Seminar at Ghatal Rabindra Satabarsiki Mahavidyalaya, Ghatal, Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal
by Ajay Kum Sharma 06 Nov '11

06 Nov '11

Dear Library Professionals, UGC Sponsored Two days National Seminar On User Empowerment through Information Technologies (IT) in College Libraries During 22nd and 23rd November 2011 will be Organised by The Department of College Central Library, Ghatal Rabindra Satabarsiki Mahavidyalaya, Ghatal, Paschim Medinipur, Pin – 721212, West Bengal, In Collaboration with Chandrakona Vidyasagar Mahavidyalaya, Chandrakona Town, Paschim Medinipur. Subtheme 1. Ethical and Ideological issues of Library Profession in the IT era and with context of user empowerment. 2. Political and Educational issues of user empowerment 3. Role of professional organizations for user empowerment. 4. Roll of Librarians as a professional for user empowerment in the college libraries. 5. Present scenario of user empowerment in the college libraries. 6. Roll of Library profession for user empowerment through IT. 7. User empowerment is the main motto of library management through IT. 8. Management role of library administrations for user empowerment in the college libraries. 9. Library Automation, Internet faculties, Mobile services and online OPAC are the main thrust area for user empowerment in the college libraries. 10. User empowerment through Its in the college libraries 11. Social role of Information Technologies (IT) in the college libraries 12. Community and Indigenous user empowerment system through IT. 13. Empirical issues of user empowerment. 14. State of ICT/IT application for user empowerment in college library service. Target Audience: Apart from LIS professionals, teachers, researchers, students, scientists, social scientists, IT specialists along with information users from different disciplines and activities are expected to participate and render their experiences and suggestions on the seminar topic. Call for Papers: We invite articles on the aforementioned subthemes. Full papers in MS Word references following Indian Standard (IS: 2381 1978) in CD or by e-mail at ranajitkm(a)yahoo.co.in and a hard copy of the same must reach us by 9th November 2011. Registration Fee: Students (VU & GRSM): RS. 150.00 Others: Rs. 300.00 Accomodation: Rs. 500.00 Payment should be made by cash / Demand Draft in favour of Principal, Ghatal Rabindra Satabarsiki Mahavidyalaya, Ghatal, Paschim Medinipur, Pin – 721212, West Bengal. Last date of registration is 19th November 6, 2011. Address for Communication: *Mr. Ranajit Kumar Mandal* Ghatal Rabindra Satabarsiki Mahavidyalaya, Ghatal, Paschim Medinipur, Pin – 721212 Mobile No. 9153259648, 8926105639 Email: ranajitkm(a)yahoo.co.in -- Thanks and regards. 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 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 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Kohacon11 News in DNA Newspaper
by sandeep bhavsar 06 Nov '11

06 Nov '11

Hi All Please have a look at Kohacon11 News covered by DNA newspaper. http://epaper.dnaindia.com/epapermain.aspx?edorsup=Sup&queryed=37&querypage… Thanks and Regards Sandeep Bhavsar Librarian Dr.V.N.Bedekar Institute of Management Studies Thane(W) 400601 MUMBAI. INDIA -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NATIONAL CONVENTION OF MEDICAL LIBRARY ASSOCIATION OF INDIA (MLAI)
by K Madhu 05 Nov '11

05 Nov '11

NATIONAL CONVENTION OF MEDICAL LIBRARY ASSOCIATION OF INDIA (MLAI) 7 to 9 December 2011 Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India Website: http://www.mlai.in/ Organizing committee pleased to inform you that the National Convention of Medical Library Association India will be held from 7th to 9th December, 2011 at Dr. Rajendra Prasad Govt. Medical College College Kangra at Tanda Organized by: Medical Library Association of India (MLAI) Deadline for abstracts/proposals: 1 December 2011 Check the event website <http://www.mlai.in/> for latest details. -- 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 E-Resources for Faculty Members of Social Sciences
by Shibu.K.M 05 Nov '11

05 Nov '11

Dear Colleagues The Academic Staff College in collaboration with the Department of Library & Information Science, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh is organizing a Short Term Course on *E-Resources for the Faculty Members of Social Sciences * from *17/12/2011 to 22/12/2011*. *Area Covered:* Web Sources and Services Online and Database Searching Open Access Sources Discipline specific Databases (Social Science) Information use ethics: Copyright issues and plagiarism Proforma for Registration may be downloaded from the Website www.asc.amu.orgor it may be collected from the office of the Academic Staff College on all working days and send the filled registration form to the Director, Academic Staff College, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh. Last Date for Registration: *30/11/201 (Strictly on first come first serve basis) * Venue*: *UGC Academic Staff College, AMU, Aligarh Timing: 3.00 pm to 7.50 pm** Conveyance allowance will be paid to the participants on the successful completion of the course. We look forward to your active participation in this Programme. Course Coordinator: *Dr. Naushad Ali P.M* Chairman Department of Library & Information Science Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh 202 002** Thanks and regards Shibu K M Department of Library and Information Science Aligarh Muslim University Aligarh 202 002 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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SURVEY TO KNOW THE IMPACT OF COPYRIGHT IN LIBRARY SERVICES : INDIA
by musheer khan 05 Nov '11

05 Nov '11

*Madam/Sir I am conducting a survey to analyze the impact of copyright on library services in India and U.S.A. for my research work . I would like to request you to fill up this questionnaire and give your valuable suggestion in the space provided.The information will be used only for research work. I will be highly thankful to you for this kindned.* * * * * *Please check this link * * * http://www.kwiksurveys.com?s=OHHDMG_a313ba27<http://www.kwiksurveys.com/?s=OHHDMG_a313ba27> * Musheer Ahmad Khan Research Scholar Department of Library and Information science Aligarh Muslim University U.P, India* -- مشير احمد خان MUSHEER KHAN RESEARCH SCHOLAR AMU ALIGARH 09319482353 on web: www.musheerahmadkhan.blogspot.com www.amualigarh.ning.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Routledge trials new author rights policy for Library and Information Science Journals
by Mallikarjun 05 Nov '11

05 Nov '11

Dear All, Here is another good news on Open Access from Routledge publisher, a two year pilot test by Routledge group on author right policy for library and information science journals, under this, author will retain the copyright to their work and can post in their institutional repository without any embargo period. follow the below link for details http://www.informa.com/Media-centre/Press-releases--news/Latest-News/Routle… List of Library and Information Science journal included http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/pdf/author/lis-journals.pdf Regards !~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!! Mallikarjun Dora Professional Assistant Vikram Sarabhai Library Indian Institute of Management, Ahemadabad http://mallikarjundora.wordpress.com/ !~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!! -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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