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E - book reader from Kerala Based Firm
by Saji S Nair 04 Feb '10

04 Feb '10

Dear All, EC Media e-reader will shortly be one of the additions in E-book reader's family. As it claims, the gadget is available in 6 and 9 inch screen formats, with touch screen interface, annotations, text-to-speech, multiple language support, wireless internet capability, and also make use of Digital Rights Management technologies. This E-reader is the concept of DC Books, one of the leading publishers in India. It will be available in the market within a couple of months. Read the full story at: http://www.manoramaonline.com/cgi-bin/MMOnline.dll/portal/ep/contentView.do… With warm regards -- Saji S. Nair Library & Information Services Division Regional Cancer Centre Medical College Campus Trivandrum - 695011 Kerala, INDIA ----------------------------------------------------------- 91 471 2522225 (O) 91 471 2394252 (R) 09446014130 (Mob) Email: saji(a)rcctvm.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Koha 3.2 Release - Alpha
by savitra sirohi 04 Feb '10

04 Feb '10

All, Koha 3.2 "Alpha" has been released. This release has following improvements: A revamped acquisitions module An improved system preference editor Improved patron card and item label creator Email checkout slips Branch transfer limits Support for Syndetics, LibraryThing, and Babeltheque enhanced content Improvements in Koha's ability to express circulation policies Bulk item editing Fines in days Revamped inventory/stocktaking Circulation policies improvements A demo is available at this page: http://www.osslabs.biz/koha_library_management_system/demo.html Thanks, Savitra Sirohi Nucsoft OSS Labs 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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Request for article
by Baban Chavan 04 Feb '10

04 Feb '10

Dear professional Kindly send me the following articles .Urgently required. 1. Analyzing the Library Periodical Literature: Content and Authorship. Buttlar, Lois<http://www.eric.ed.gov/ERICWebPortal/Home.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=ERIC…> College and Research Libraries, v52 n1 p38-53 Jan 1991 ERIC 2. A content analysis of library & information science serial literature published in Denmark, 1957-1986 KAJBERG L. Library & information science research *ISSN* 0740-8188 *CODEN* LISRDH 1996, vol. 18, no1, pp. 25-52 (1 p.3/4) Elsevier, San Diego, CA, ETATS-UNIS (1983) (Revue) 3. Understanding the Context of Scholarly Work Are library and information science journals becoming more internationalized? - A longitudinal study of authors' geographical affiliations in 20 LIS journals from 1981 to 2003 Sei-Ching Joanna Sin School of Library and Information Studies, University of Wisconsin - Madison, Room 4217 Helen C. White Hall, 600 N. Park Street, Madison, WI 53706 Pl do the needful With kind regards B.V.Chavan Librarian Sangamner College Sangamner maharashtra E-mail- babanchavan(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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Invitation to Attend a Meeting for Formation of KULISAA
by Sambhu Nath Halder 04 Feb '10

04 Feb '10

*PREPARATORY COMMITTEE FOR FORMATION OF ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Department of Library and Information Science University of Kalyani Kalyani, Nadia * *MESSAGE * All alumnus and ex-students of the Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kalyani are invited to attend a meeting for the formation of *KALYANI UNIVERSITY LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (KULISAA)* on Saturday, the 20th February 2010 at 11.30AM at the Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kalyani. You are also requested to participate actively in the *REUNION* to be organized by *KULISAA* along with the *IASLIC 300th STUDY CIRCLE* programme on Saturday, the 27th March 2010 in the same venue. With regards, Prof. Juran Krishna Sarkhel President and Sambhu Nath Halder Secretary Preparatory Committee for formation of KULISAA =================================== Department of Library & Information Science University of Kalyani, Kalyani - 741235 West Bengal, India E-mail: kulisaa(a)gmail.com <kulisa(a)gmail.com> Contact No. : +91 9733964714 Website : http://kulisaa.webs.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] Book fair- Query
by Mailing List Admin 04 Feb '10

04 Feb '10

Dear Professional Friend, As of my knowledge and experience. You may deal with below points : 1. prepare the agenda for the book fair 2. Find the book publishers and invite them to display the books on the vocation (Please confirm their arrival for) 3. Find the suitable location ( prefer for ground floor) 4. Invite all faculty, students and professionals friend means advertise it. 5. Books should be given preference what are the subject are dealt in your institute. On 4 February 2010 11:00, Mailing List Admin <mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in>wrote: > Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2010 15:43:04 +0530 > From: T. Shahab <tshahab(a)jamiahamdard.ac.in> > > Dear Madam, > > You may please contact the reputed Book Suppliers dealing in the subjects > of your interest and get their books properly displayed in glass cabinets > with a provision for brief consultation. Some slips may be procured in > advance wherein the visiting readers/staff members will enter their > recommendations regarding the new titles, etc and also mention their names, > etc. Thanks > > TANWIR > Central Library, Hamdard University > New Delhi: 62 > > > -----Original Message----- > From: lis-forum-bounces(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in [mailto: > lis-forum-bounces(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in] On Behalf Of divya singh > Sent: 03 फरवरी 2010 14:03 > To: LIS > Subject: [LIS-Forum] Book fair- Query > > Dear All > > We would like to organise a small level book fair in our institute. Can you > please let me know how to go about it. Suggestions are welcome from those > who had already organised the one in their organisations. > > > Regards > > Divya Singh > Resource Centre Incharge > YWCA, Delhi > -- > This message has been scanned for viruses and > dangerous content by MailScanner, and is > believed to be clean. > > > _______________________________________________ > LIS-Forum mailing list > LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in > http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum > > -- With Warm Regards, Mr. Basavaraj S. Kumbar Asst. Librarian Bangalore Management Academy, #17, Ashirwad Towers, Doddanakundi Cross, Marathahalli Post, Bangalore - 37. Cell no. : 9742379948 My Personal Website: http://basavarajkumbar.freehosting.net/index.html New Email ID: basukumbar(a)basavarajkumbar.freehosting.net -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ISiM Seminar on Enterprise Content Management, on 6 Feb 2010
by Roopa 04 Feb '10

04 Feb '10

International School of Information Management University of Mysore, Mysore Seminar on Enterprise Content Management February 6, 2010 ******* ECM in Pharma Research Enterprises by Dr. Arun Gowda Global Product Manager for Healthcare Nokia & ECM in IT Enterprises by Mr. Arjun Thomas Consultant Knowledge Management Office Dell Perot Systems Date and Time: February 6, 2010; 10.00 A.M Venue: ISiM Lecture Hall - 1 You are cordially invited Prof. Shalini R Urs Executive Director For more details log on to <http://www.isim.ac.in/Events/Enterprise%20Content%20Management%20%28ECM%29. htm> http://www.isim.ac.in/Events/Enterprise%20Content%20Management%20%28ECM%29.h tm --------------- Speaker's Bio : Dr. Arun Gowda (MBBS) is a specialist in Business and Competitive Intelligence, Pharmaceutical/ Healthcare Market Research, Patient Health Education, Scientific and Marketing Content Management, and Pharmaceutical Consulting along with exposure to the clinical and research sectors of the healthcare domain. He has worked with technical analysts for effective deployment of information/content to globally leading pharmaceutical clients. Presently Dr. Arun is the Global Product Manager for Healthcare with Emerging Market Services Unit of Nokia. Mr. Arjun Thomas is a Sr. Consultant at the Knowledge Management Office at Dell Perot Systems where, he is responsible for the organizations internal knowledge management platforms as well as client services in the Knowledge Management, Enterprise 2.0 and MOSS 2007 space. Arjun is a specialist in Knowledge Management and Enterprise 2.0 areas focused on their execution strategies and technology solutions for IT and BPO sectors. Abstract of the talk : ECM in Pharma Research Enterprises: This talk is about how ECM manifests itself in Pharma Research enterprises. Apart from discussing the key structures and information operations in a typical Pharma Research scenario, Dr. Arun will proceed to take the audience through few case studies that will bring out the ECM activities that are tightly integrated within the standard operating procedures in a Pharma Research setup. ECM in IT Enterprises: This talk will bring out insights of implementing ECM in large IT enterprises with mature processes aligning to CMMI and other standards. Mr. Arjun will use his own anecdotal experiences and few case studies to discuss the key information and / or knowledge operations in a typical IT scenario. ***************** Thanks & Regards Roopa Project Assistant International School of Information Management (ISiM), University of Mysore Mysore - 570006 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Help in getting full texts
by Mailing List Admin 04 Feb '10

04 Feb '10

Date: Tue, 2 Feb 2010 14:56:24 +0530 From: Tejasvini.Ranadive(a)ril.com Following two references are got from API521:2007 ADDENDUM, MAY 2008 Pls confirm/provide the source from where these can be available!!! Bibliography Sr. No. 51 & 52 I. HEITNER, T. TRAUTMAUIS, and M. MORRISSEY, Relieving Requirements for Gas Filled Vessels Exposed to Fire, 1983 Proceedings—Refining Department, Volume 62, American Petroleum Institute, Washington, D.C., pp. 112–122, and Hydrocarbon Processing, November 1983, pp. 263-268 J. O. FRANCIS and W. E. SHACKELTON, A Calculation of Relieving Requirements in the Critical Region, 1985 Proceedings — Refining Department, Volume 64, American Petroleum Institute, pp. 179–182 Regards, Tejasvini Ranadive Reliance Industries Ltd. Central Library, Patalganga Tel: 02192-256270 tejasvini.ranadive(a)ril.com "Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless"

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Book fair- Query
by Mailing List Admin 04 Feb '10

04 Feb '10

Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2010 15:43:04 +0530 From: T. Shahab <tshahab(a)jamiahamdard.ac.in> Dear Madam, You may please contact the reputed Book Suppliers dealing in the subjects of your interest and get their books properly displayed in glass cabinets with a provision for brief consultation. Some slips may be procured in advance wherein the visiting readers/staff members will enter their recommendations regarding the new titles, etc and also mention their names, etc. Thanks TANWIR Central Library, Hamdard University New Delhi: 62 -----Original Message----- From: lis-forum-bounces(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in [mailto:lis-forum-bounces@ncsi.iisc.ernet.in] On Behalf Of divya singh Sent: 03 फरवरी 2010 14:03 To: LIS Subject: [LIS-Forum] Book fair- Query Dear All We would like to organise a small level book fair in our institute. Can you please let me know how to go about it. Suggestions are welcome from those who had already organised the one in their organisations. Regards Divya Singh Resource Centre Incharge YWCA, Delhi

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Announcement for the position of Library Trainee at Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan Bangalore
by Kulkarni, Sheshagiri 04 Feb '10

04 Feb '10

One year training programme for fresh Library Science graduates: Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan Bangalore invites applications for the position of Trainee in the Library. MMB is part of the worldwide network of the Goethe-Institut Munich and promotes German language and culture abroad. The Library in Bangalore provides comprehensive and up-to-date information about Germany. Selected candidate will be trained in all the processes and systems used in the Goethe- Instituts worldwide including electronic circulation, cataloguing, classification, acquisition policies and procedures, information work, content management system and all other library related procedures. Requirements: Ø Master's degree in Library and Information Science Ø Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English Ø Competence in using new technology as a research tool Ø Profound knowledge of computer applications Ø Strong commitment to public service Ø Initiative, flexibility, and strong ability to work in a team environment Ø Ability to adapt to an intercultural work environment Successful candidate would be getting a monthly stipend of INR 10000/- and an opportunity to attend the internationally recognised German Language courses free of cost. Send letter of application, along with three professional references on or before February 15th 2010 to: Sheshagiri Kulkarni Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan 716 CMH Road Indiranagar 1st Stage Bangalore 560 038 Email: kulkarni(a)bangalore.goethe.org Ph: +91 80 2520 5305/06/07/08-206 Visit our website at www.goethe.de/bangalore Best regards, Sheshagiri Kulkarni Librarian Goethe-Institut/Max Mueller Bhavan 716 CMH Road Indiranagar 1st Stage Bangalore 560 038 Ph: +91 80 2520 5305/06/07/08-206 Fax: +91 80 2520 5309 kulkarni(a)bangalore.goethe.org www.goethe.de/bangalore www.goethe.de/india -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Collected works of Rabindranath Tagore is now going to be readable in Bengali
by Subir Mukherjee 03 Feb '10

03 Feb '10

Dear Friends, Information Communication Technology really fantastic to think Rabindra Rachanabali is now going to be readable in Bengali, the original language version, on the internet. Honorable Chief minister of West Bengal Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, accompanied by IT minister Debesh Das, launches www.rabindra-rachanabali.nltr.org, a website containing the complete works of Rabindranath Tagore, at Writers’ Buildings on Tuesday. The Society for Natural Language Technology Research has developed the website with help from IIT, Kharagpur. The site includes “Swaralipi”, a system for scripting musical notes and automatic generation of music using the notes. Best Regards SUBIR KUMAR MUKHERJEE Central Library Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda University (Declared by Govt. of India under section 3 of UGC Act ) PO Belur Math, Dist Howrah, West Bengal Pin Code: 711202 Email:subir.mukh@gmail.com <Email%3Asubir.mukh(a)gmail.com> http://www.rkmvu.ac.in Source:http://www.telegraphindia.com/1100203/jsp/calcutta/index.jsp -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Goa University library vacancy notifications
by Gopakumar Velayudhanpillai 03 Feb '10

03 Feb '10

Dear professionals, I have posted the inforamtion regarding the vacancy notifications by the Goa University for Library assistants and Assistant Librarians so as to reach the inforamtion on a large level. But many of the aspirants for the post are calling me and sending me mails to me as if I am the appointing authority. So I wish to bring to your notice that those who wish to apply for those post may please download the application form from the university website and apply as per the regualtions mentioned there. The applications are to be addressed to the Registrar, Goa University. Please keep note of the last dates. Dr GOPAKUMAR V. University Librarian, Goa University Taleigao Plateau, Goa PIN 403 206 http://www.gopakumar.synthasite.com/ gopakumar.v(a)rediffmail.com Office Phone: 08326519012 Mobile No: 09447056713 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IFLA International Newspaper Conference 2010 - Request to attend
by Dr. Ramesh C Gaur 03 Feb '10

03 Feb '10

Dear All, As you might be aware that IGNCA in collaboration with IFLA Newspaper Section is organising IFLA International Newspaper Conference 2010 during February 25-28, 2010. More details regarding the Conference can be had from: http://www.ignca.nic.in/ifla2010.htm I am pleased to inform you that we already have confirmation of over 35 eminent speakers from 15 different countries of the world. The organisations like National Library of Australia, National Library of Singapore, Library of Congers,USA, National Library of Germany, British Library, Sun Micro System, USA, National Library of France and other institutions from the Netherlands, Canada, South Africa, Finland, Niegeria, Denamrk and Bangladesh etc. are going to share their experiences during the Conference. This is a unique event under which challenges and opportunities to the media libraries will be highlighted. This is a final invitation to all those who are interested in attending our Conference. The registration for the Conference will be closed on 15th February 2010. Therefore, you are requested to rush your registration form immediately . The registartion forms are available on Conference website. The above Conference will also be very useful for libraries which are dealing with different kind of newspaper based services. Looking forward to your early registration. Registration Details: a.. Participants from other countries may pay their participation fee in cash at the registration counter b.. Registration fee is non-refundable. Substitution in nomination is acceptable only up to 15th February 2010. c.. Registration fee does not include accommodation and transportation. d.. Registration will be confirmed only if the form is duly completed and payment received in full. Discount a.. Additional delegate(s) from the same organization qualifies for a 10% discount. b.. Full time student (Ph.D and Masters) and accompanying person qualify for 20% discount. c.. No charges for accompanied person (husband / wife) for participation in conference, cultural events etc. No conference kit will be provided Registration Options: To register for the conference, Download Registration Form in WORD DOCUMENT or PDF) and mail or fax it to: Title (Prof/Dr/Mr/Ms) First name: ........... Last name: ..................... Designation: .................... Department: .................... Organization: .................... Address: .......................... .......................... City........................ Country...................... Postal code: Fax: ....................... Telephone: ..................... Email: ...................... URL: ....................... Mode of payment: I enclose a demand draft /local cheque for Rs 1000/- OR ? (Euro) 50 in favor of IFLA International Newspaper Conference2010, payable at New Delhi. The Demand Draft along with filled-up registration form in WORD DOCUMENT or PDF should be send to: Dr. Ramesh C Gaur Conference Director IFLA International Newspaper Conference 2010 Indira Gandhi National Center for the Arts 11 Man Singh Road, CNew Delhi-110001, India Ph. 91-11-23385442, Fax: 91-11-23385884, (M): 91-9810487158 URL: www.ignca.gov.in Email: iflaignca(a)gmail.com gaur(a)ignca.nic.in I request you to make this first international newspaper conference in India a grand success. With best regards Regards, ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Ramesh C Gaur PGDCA, MLISc,Ph.D. Fulbright Scholar (Virginia Tech, USA) Librarian & Head-Kala Nidhi Division Coordinator- ABIA International Index Project Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts(IGNCA) (An Autonomous Trust under Ministry of Culture. Govt. of India) 11 Man Singh Road, New Delhi-110001 Phone: 91-11-23385442, 23385884 Fax: 91-11-23385884 Mobile: 91-9810487158 URL: www.ignca.gov.in Email: gaur(a)ignca.nic.in; rcgaur(a)bol.net.in ramesh.gaur(a)fulbrightmail.org http://www.ignca.nic.in/PDF_data/Profile_Dr_RC_Gaur.pdf -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Book fair- Query
by divya singh 03 Feb '10

03 Feb '10

Dear All We would like to organise a small level book fair in our institute. Can you please let me know how to go about it. Suggestions are welcome from those who had already organised the one in their organisations. Regards Divya Singh Resource Centre Incharge YWCA, Delhi -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Stevan Harnad interviewed by Richard Poynder.
by Subbiah Arunachalam 03 Feb '10

03 Feb '10

Friends: Here is an interview of Prof. Stevan Harnad. You may find it interesting. http://www.infotoday.com/IT/feb10/Poynder.shtml Arun -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy Of Library Assistant & Professional Assistant
by mukesh jha 02 Feb '10

02 Feb '10

Vacancy of Library Assistant and Professional Assistant In Banaras Hindu University(BHU), Varanasi Plz Visit www.bhu.ac.in With Regards Mukesh Kumar Jha 9654448933 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for articles
by Kshema Prakash 02 Feb '10

02 Feb '10

*Apologies for cross postings* Dear Friends, Can someone kindly spare me soft copy of the following articles? 1. H. -G. Schweiger <goog_1265090479087> et al. 1987. <goog_1265090479087>Individual selection, culture and manipulation of higher plant cells. Theoretical and Applied Genetics. Vol. 73(6). Pp. 769-783.<http://www.springerlink.com/content/j2g42737457261g2/?p=5d5b4a6fcf59499191c…> 2. Koop, H.U. and Schweiger, H.G. 1985. Regeneration of plants from individually cultivated protoplasts using an improved microculture system. Journal of Plant Physiology. Vol 121. Pp. 245-257. Thanks and regards, Kshema Dr. (Ms.) Kshema Prakash Faculty Librarian - Gr I, Contact Person e-Journals (Library) & Coordinator - Distance Library Services DEI Central Library Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed University) Dayalbagh, Agra 282 0110 Uttar Pradesh, India Mob: +919897190604 http://kshema-distancelibraryservices.blogspot.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Out of print title?
by Umeshareddy Kacherki 02 Feb '10

02 Feb '10

Dear professional friends, I just have one question that I wanted to ask you. If a book is really out of print and no longer published, is an institution legally allowed to borrow the book from somewhere and make a copy? Is it violation of copyright to photocopy them in case they are out of print? Thanks and regards Umesh -------------------------------------- Dr. Umeshareddy Kacherki Deputy Librarian Indian Institute of Science Education & Research (IISER) Sai Trinity, Pashan, Pune - 411021, India. Phone: +91 20 25908004 www.iiserpune.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: Ubuntu LiveCD with DSpace, PKP Harvester, Koha and dbWiz
by Shamprasad Pujar 02 Feb '10

02 Feb '10

FYI -- Original Message -- From: "ARD Prasad" <ard(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in> To: dlrg(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in Date: Tue, 2 Feb 2010 10:11:51 -0500 (EST) Subject: Ubuntu LiveCD with DSpace,PKP Harvester, Koha and dbWiz Dear All, If you are interested in a Ubuntu-9.10 based Livecd, pre-configured with 1) DSpace, 2) PKP Harvester (OAI harvester based search engine for digital repositories) 3) Koha, and 4) dbWiz (a federated search engine for online Journals/databases) You may download from http://sf.net/projects/liblivecd OR http://liblivecd/sf.net NOTE: Though sourceforge.net shows the size of the file as 712 MB, the actual size is 680 MB. After downloading the ISO file, you may cut a CD (700 MB capacity) as ISO file. DONOT copy the ISO file on to the CD!!! For people who never used a liveCD: Once you have the CD, you may boot your system with the CD. LiveCD will not write anything to your Hard Disk. You can work from the CD itself and try testing DSpace, PKP harvester, Koha, and dbWiz. If you wish to have the Ubuntu Operating system along with these Library related software, you may click the "Install Ubuntu-9.10" icon. Take more care while partitioning your hard disk. You may use even multi-boot with the existing operating systems on your system. I would greatly appreciate, for your feed back on DLRG. with best regards -- ARD Prasad, Ph.D. Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC) Indian Statistical Institutet 8th Mile Mysore Raod Bangalore 560 059 Phone: +91-80-28483002 Ext. 496 FAX: +91-80-28482711 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN wanted in Goa University
by Gopakumar Velayudhanpillai 01 Feb '10

01 Feb '10

Applications are invited in the prescribed form for the post of Assistant Librarian at the Goa University. Application forms can be downloaded from University website www. unigoa.ac.in Fees: (Rs. 300/- US $ 25 for candidates abroad Rs.125/- for SC/ST candidates) by crossed Demand Draft drawn in favor of Registrar, Goa University payable at Panaji Goa. Details of qualifications/experience etc. are given in the Brochure accompanying the application form. Applications duly completed in all respects along with the prescribed application fee shall be submitted to the Registrar, Goa University on or before 02/03/2010. Name of post ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN- One post UNRESERVED The minimum qualifications required for appointment to the post of Assistant Librarian in the University in the pre-revised scale of pay of Rs.8000-275-13500 shall be: (i) Qualifying in the national –level test conducted for the purpose by the UGC or any other agency approved by the UGC. (ii) Masters’ degree in Library Science/Information Science/Documentation or an quivalent professional degree with at least 55% of the marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven point scale plus consistently good academic record, computerization of Library. Note: Exempted NET to M. Phil and Ph.D. Degree holders vide UGC letter dated 22/09/2006. General 1. Each applicant must send 7 copies of the application, one of which must be handwritten or typed and the other could be photocopies. 2. All annexure should be countersigned by the applicant/ candidate. 3. Applications should be accompanied with certified true copies of all certificates. 4. The applications will be screened by a Committee to short list them on the basis of qualifications and experience and recommend candidates for being called for interview. 5. The candidates who are already employed shall send their applications through proper channel. 6. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 7. Canvassing in any form by or on behalf of the candidate will disqualify him/her 8. The University reserves the right not to fill up the post advertised, or fill up the post on short term basis. Dr GOPAKUMAR V. University Librarian, Goa University Taleigao Plateau, Goa PIN 403 206 http://www.gopakumar.synthasite.com/ gopakumar.v(a)rediffmail.com Office Phone: 08326519012 Mobile No: 09447056713 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Are e-book readers too old, limited?
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 01 Feb '10

01 Feb '10

Dear Friends, Are e-book readers too old, limited? After less than a year of its launch, Amazon Kindle seems to be having tough time in the market, as users feel that the usage of Kindle is old and limited compared to smartphones, which have touchscreen, media playback and third-party apps, reports Electronista. According to a study done by University of Georgia, a device like Apple's iPad may be better-suited to current readers than dedicated devices like the Amazon Kindle. Source: http://www.siliconindia.com/shownews/Are_ebook_readers_too_old_limited-nid-… <http://www.siliconindia.com/shownews/Are_ebook_readers_too_old_limited-nid-…>Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com www.nagarjunaknowledgecentre.webs.com www.dineshks.webs.com, -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy In Library Science
by mukesh jha 01 Feb '10

01 Feb '10

STAFF SELECTION COMMISSION (SSC), Eastern Region A.J.C. Bose Road, Nizam Palace, 1st MSO Building, 8th Floor, Kolkata - 700020 Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Eastern Region, Kolkata invites applications in the prescribed proforma from eligible candidates for the following Group-C non-gazetted posts for various Ministries/ Offices of the Government of India : Library & Information Assistant (General and Language) : 19 posts, Pay Scale : Rs. 9300 - 34800 grade pay Rs.4200, Age : 18-28 years Library & Information Assistant (Reprography) : 01 post, Pay Scale : Rs. 9300 - 34800 grade pay Rs.4200, Age : 18-28 years Library Clerk (Laboratory) : 01 post, Pay Scale : Rs. 5200-2022 grade pay Rs.1900, Age : 18-25 years Library Clerk (Mending) : 02 posts, Pay Scale : Rs. 5200-2022 grade pay Rs.1900, Age : 18-25 years Library Clerk (Reprography) : 01 post, Pay Scale : Rs. 5200-2022 grade pay Rs.1900, Age : 18-25 years Library Clerk (General) : 01 post, Pay Scale : Rs. 5200-2022 grade pay Rs.1900, Age : 18-25 years Fee Payable : Rs.50/- (No fee for Women/ SC/ST/PH and Ex-Servicemen) by means of Central Recruitment Fee Stamps (CRFS) only, available at head post office all over the country. How to Apply : Application in prescribed format should be sent in an envelope superscribed with bold letters as "Application for the posts of .................... " on or before 08/01/2010 (15/01/2010 for the candidates from far flung areas) to : Regional Director, Staff Selection Commission (ER), 234/4, A.J.C. Bose Road, Nizam Palace, 1st MSO Building, 8th Floor, Kolkata - 700029 For further details and application form, please visit http://www.sscer.org With Regards Mukesh Kumar Jha 9654448933 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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College librarian’s plight – DCE’s new circulation policy
by Vasanth 31 Jan '10

31 Jan '10

Dear Sir/madam, Recently Department of Collegiate Education directed all the librarians to allow student to borrow books during the examinations. It is very difficult for librarians issue books during the exam time, that too at the end of the academic year (May-June). We usually do stock verification during March, if not during May-June. Because during this period there will be no circulation, so it is easy for librarian to do stock verifications. If we follow the directions, it is hard to do stock verifications. We hardly find any time to do stock verifications. That is one aspect. There are other issues- mainly in degree colleges that too from colleges located in taluk level, the student dropout rate is somewhat more (30-40 students drop every year). Most of the time these students never return books to library. If we issue books during the exam time this will increase further and what policies you have to protect librarians. Every year the library grant is given at the end of the financial year. We have to purchase books before March 31st. Otherwise the grant will be taken back. In such a case we have to purchase large number of books and they have to be accessioned and classified. This takes lot of time and effort. With hardly any man power support librarian can’t accession books and circulate them instantly. Exams in most of the colleges continue for more than two months, if the students allow for borrowing books during this period, books have to be issued every day for two months with no guarantee of returning them in time. At the time of returning books it will be in depleting condition. Librarian has to quarrel with the students. The decision is taken without the consultation of librarians. Even it was written that DCE received complaints from student associations. But the DCE never consulted librarians before taking the decisions. This is right time for the Karnataka State College Librarians Association to intervene and protect the interest of the student and librarians. We are there to serve for students but it is really over burdening and will change the equilibrium of systematic librarianship. ------------------------- With best wishes Vasantha Raju N GFGC-Periyaptna Mysore Your Mail works best with the New Yahoo Optimized IE8. Get it NOW! http://downloads.yahoo.com/in/internetexplorer/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IATUL-2010 Partial Grants for Developing Countries
by vjkjk＠yahoo.com 30 Jan '10

30 Jan '10

31st Annual IATUL Conference The Evolving World of e-Science: Impact and Implications for Science and Technology Libraries Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, United States. June 20-24, 2010More at http://blogs.lib.purdue.edu/iatul2010/ In order to encourage participation from librarians in developing countries and institutions the IATUL Grant Award program will provide up to 5 grants of US$1,000 each for the 2010 conference. Preference for this conference will be given to librarians from Central and South America, but applications are encouraged from librarians at any institution that is an IATUL member or would qualify for IATUL membership (i.e., the institution has a focus or substantial program in the sciences and/or engineering). More details http://blogs.lib.purdue.edu/iatul2010/grant-award-program/ -- -- -- Dr. J. K. VIJAYAKUMAR, Ph.D, Science Specialist Librarian, King Abdullah University of Science & Technology, www.kaust.edu.sa -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Seminar cum Workshop on “Web Resources in Social Science Research”
by Nadeem Akhtar khan 30 Jan '10

30 Jan '10

Call for Papers/ Participation Seminar cum Workshop on “Web Resources in Social Science Research” The department in collaboration with “Indian Council of Social Science Research” (ICSSR), North Western Region, Chandigarh is organizing a two day seminar/workshop on “Web Resources in Social Science Research” for teachers and research scholars of Social Sciences belonging to universities and colleges of the ‘North Western Region of India’ from 15-16 March, 2010. The workshop will focus on emerging Web resources, their format , discovery, effectiveness and authencity in diverse fields of Social Sciences, besides providing opportunity to participants in gaining valuable insights, exchange ideas, explore new opportunities and build new web enabled networks. The department invites teachers, research scholars and other stake holders from Social Science disciplines to contribute a paper or participate in the event to share their ideas and enrich themselves of the latest trends in the Social Science research. We are also enclosing herein the registration form which should reach to us by or before February 25, 2010. Topics for Paper Submission Web Resources: General Features, Opportunities and Challenges. 2. Web Resources in Social Sciences: General overview Web 2.0 and its Allied Tools · Wikis, Blogs etc · Social Networking etc. Open Access to Scholarship and Retrieval Tools Open Access Initiatives, Open Access Repositories Open Access Journals, Books, Theses and Dissertations, etc. Open Source Softwares Web Retrieval Tools and Strategies Web Resources and Copyright Issues Web Resources: Evaluation, Management and Citation Patterns Plagiarism in the web Era: Status and challenges. Important Dates Paper Submission Deadline: February 15, 2010 Notification of Acceptance: February 25, 2010 Seminar/Workshop Date: March 15-16, 2010. Note: All the papers should be submitted to the department either online at the following e-mail address shafi_sm(a)rediffmail.com or sumeersuheel(a)gmail.com or handed over personally to Director/Head of the Department/Organising Secretary. Scholars and other stakeholders can also participate without contributing a paper. The registration in such case is open up to March 10, 2010. However, it will be based on first come first serve basis. Registration Teachers and other Stakeholders: Rs. 1000.00 or (Rs.500.00 for Paper Contributors) Research Scholars: Rs 500.00 (The registration fee includes seminar kit, working lunch and refreshment) Mode of Payment: Payment can be made in cash or through demand draft /cheque drawn in favour of Head, Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kashmir. Accommodation: Outstation participants can apply for accommodation and can avail the same on first come basis in the University Guest Houses. However, outside accommodation can also be made on request in economical Guest Houses and hotels. Contact Details: Dr. Sumeer Gul Assistant Professor Department of Library and Information Science University of Kashmir, Hazratbal, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. CELL: (0) 8803050076 E mail: sumeersuheel(a)gmail.com Seminar on Web Resources in Social Science Research, March 15-16, 2010 Registration Form Name (s) ____________________________________________________________________________ Designation __________________________________________________________________________ Affiliation ___________________________________________________________________________ Address:____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Contact Details: Cell ________________________E-mail____________________________________ Paper Contributed: Yes/No Accommodation Required Yes /No Single/Share basis DD/Cheque No: __________________________________ Amount: __________________________ Bank___________________________________________ Branch: _____________________________ Signature(s) Recommended and forwarded Head of the Department/Director/Principal -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC NET COACHING CLASSES BY KLA
by Sadasivan KP 30 Jan '10

30 Jan '10

KLA COACHING CLASSES FOR THE UGC NET EXAM ASPIRANTS Dear All, We have great pleasure to announce that Kerala Library Association is conducting Coaching Classes for the UGC NET Exam Aspirants. Classes for the first batch targeting the 2010 June Exam, will commence on 21st February 2010. Other details are as follows : Duration : 5 Months (approx) Schedule of Classes : Sundays & Other Holidays ; 10.00 am - 5.00 pm ; 4 Sessions of 1 hr. 30min. each Nature of Coaching : Lectures, Discussions, Tests & Model Exams Venue : Kerala Library Association Hq. at Trivandrum Course Materials : Will be supplied to the students Info Resources for Reference : Syllabus / Old Question Papers / Popular Texts & Guides / Question Bank with Answer Keys Papers to be covered : Papers I , II & III Course Fee : Rs. 4000/- , payable in two installments (Concessional rate for KLA Life Members : Rs. 3600/-) Faculty : A Team of well qualified & experienced professionals with rich experience in teaching / practicing. For further details, please contact : President / General Secretary Kerala Library Association 30(36) , II Floor , Kairalie Plaza Karamana, Trivandrum - 695 002, Kerala, India. President : KP Sadasivan : 09447903282 (Mob) / kps31147(a)yahoo.com General Secretary : PK Sureshkumar : 09495718460 (Mob) / pksuresh(a)yahoo.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: UGC-REFRESHER COURSE IN LIS, CALICUT UNIVERSITY
by Sunny Joseph 29 Jan '10

29 Jan '10

--- On Tue, 26/1/10, Sunny Joseph <sannyjoseph(a)yahoo.co.in> wrote: From Sunny Joseph, Librarian, Govt. Institute of Advanced Study in Education,Thrissur, Kerala. 680 020 From: Sunny Joseph <sannyjoseph(a)yahoo.co.in> Subject: UGC-REFRESHER COURSE IN LIS, CALICUT UNIVERSITY To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Date: Tuesday, 26 January, 2010, 11:46 PM Dear all, I was a participant in 5th UGC-refresher course in LIS at calicut University. The course was from 5-1-2010 to 25-1-2010 at Academic Staff College. Threre were 45 participants including three from outside Kerala. The course was mainly aiming for providing hands on experience with various library softwares, especially digital library application packages. The course was inaugurated by Prof.Bavakutty, HOD, DLIS, Kannur University. Dr.K.X.Joseph, Director,ASC presided and Dr.Jalaja, HOD,DLIS, calicut university welcomed the gathering. Prof.Bavakutty conducted an excellent session on internet searching skills. He explained different ways of searching the Web with illustrations which was very useful. Dr.M.G.Sreekumar and Mr. Biju from IIM, Kozhikode explained about digital libraries and demonstrated Greenstone digital library applications. Sri. Rajasekharan, Librarian, KILA said that the librarian who is ignorant about building digital library is treated as illiterate in the digital age. He trained the participants on how to build digital library using Greenstone. Dr.Rama Sesha from Mysore university conducted an excellent on information sources for research. He revealed that Acharya Rajaneesh read 1,67,000 books and maintained them in his personal library fully organised. Oh! What an intellectual Acharya Rajaneesh was!!! who was mis-represented by our main stream media. Dr. Rama also revealed the story of another bibliophile, Sri. Asuthosh Mukherjee who was keeping a personal library of 1,10,000 books. Sri.Tomson, Librarian, Devagiri college, Calicut and Dr.Dinesan Koovakai, Asst. Librarian from Central University Kasaragod demonstrated KOHA installation and its working in Linux platform. They informed us that KOHA is a free library management software and has all features of high cost proprietary softwares. Sri.Madhu, system administrator, Calicut university taught us important Linux commands. Prof. Bardol form Mangalore University spoke on professional ethics. He explained that library ethics are rooted in the Five laws of Library Science. Dr. Chandrasekhara from Mysore University conducted a session on Doublin Core meta-data standards. Sri.Husain, Librarian, Kerala Forest Research Institute said there is confusion among working librarians resulting from new generation library softwares and the practical difficulty arising during switching over existing data bases to new applications. Dr.Manikandan, Faculty from Dept. of Psychology, Feroke College Calicut conducted an excellent session on reserch design and use of SPSS package in data analysis. Dr. Muhammed Haneefa, Lecturer, DLIS, Calicut University, trained us on making web pages using HTML. This was highly effective. Dr. Kochu kosi, Librarian, Central Reference Library, Kolkata conducted an enlightening session on eary writing materials, eary printing and informed us about the recommendations of National Knowledge Comission on Librarires and LIS. Dr. Jacob Verghese, Faculty, IMG, Calicut had an inter-active session on inter-personal relations. He enlightened us that professional skills contribute only 20% in success while 80% contribution in success is from other areas especially human relation skills. Dr. Abdul Aseese, University Librarian(i/C), Calicut University showed us UGC-INFONET Service in the University and informed us that 9000+ journals are in the consortium. During the course we could participate in a seminar on "Best Practices in Libraries" jointly organised by DLIS, Calicut Iniversity and KLA. SrI. Jayarajan, Country Head, British library India, Dr. Anil Chalambra, HOD, Dept. of Malayalam, University of Calicut etc spoke. On 20-1-2010, we had a good experiece of visiting IIM, Kozhikode. Dr. M.G.Sreekumar explained about the library services and about the digital library of IIMK. On the evening we visited Beypore beach, a place of historical importance. By Sunny Joseph, Librarian, Govt.Institute of Advanced Study in Education, Thrissur. sannyjoseph(a)yahoo.co.in The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Donate a Book to your school and Book Bank
by Puna Das 29 Jan '10

29 Jan '10

Donate a Book to your school and Book Bank To facilitate the collection of reading materials and to bring books to those who do not have access to libraries or the privilege of owning books, UNESCO has launched in collaboration with the Government of India, Ministry of Human Resource Development the Donate a Book to your school campaign in schools all over the country to develop a bank of books within the schools and outside. This campaign will be launched in conjunction with the "Book Bank" scheme which will collect books from the general public at selected centres. Books are necessary to enhance education of children and should be widely available in every school library. The National Curriculum Framework (NCF, 2005), an advisory document, intended to guide the formulation of curricula across schooling systems, noted that efforts are required for preparing more learning resources for children, especially books and reference materials in regional languages, for school and teacher reference libraries. Through this initiative we hope to both increases the strength of books in the school libraries, as also build book banks that would receive voluntary donations. The supplementary collection of books would thereafter be donated to NGOs and schools in order to enable children to have access to additional reading material. Simultaneously, the Initiative will also promote reading habits and literature appreciation in children. UNESCO will also use its network of UNESCO Clubs and Associated Schools Project, to implement this project. The initiative aims to build a bank of books and reference material for schools across the country both in national and regional languages. The initiative particularly aims to address the following objectives: # Increase the available books and reference material in schools and resource centres # Encourage reading habits among children # Encourage Literature Appreciation in schools # Facilitate the creation of mobile book libraries and mobile schools # Encourage local commitment to stronger community ties We invite children, parents, teachers, citizens, publishers, corporate houses and NGOs, to join hands with us in this initiative! To start with you can participate by donating a book in good shape that you don’t read anymore. For further information contact: Ms. Shaguna Gahilote Project Officer for Culture s.gahilote[at]unesco.org Source: http://portal.unesco.org/geography/en/ev.php-URL_ID=12102&URL_DO=DO_TOPIC&U… ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.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] An Appeal to all the members of Karnataka State Library Association (KALA)
by Babu Rajendra 29 Jan '10

29 Jan '10

Attn to KALA Members, I would like to thank the KALA members for responding with the change of address. We have updated the members details in KALA website. Please find the details at http://www.kalaonline.com/?q=node/4. Regards, Rajendra Babu H Joint Secretary, KALA. -------------------------- [LIS-Forum] An Appeal to all the members of Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) Babu Rajendra Rajendra.Babu at capco.com Thu Dec 24 15:18:50 IST 2009 Dear KALA Members, We at Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) would like to request all its members to verify their address on our website http://www.kalaonline.com/?q=node/4. Please write back to me if you have any changes to be made. Please quote your KALA membership receipt number. We appreciate if you could get back to us by Monday 28th December 2009. Warm Regards, Rajendra Babu H Joint Secretary, KALA. The information in this email is confidential and is intended solely for the addressee(s). Access to this email by anyone else is unauthorized. If you are not an intended recipient, please notify the sender of this email immediately. You should not copy, use or disseminate the information contained in the email. Any views expressed in this message are those of the individual sender, except where the sender specifically states them to be the views of Capco. http://www.capco.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Restructure of Paper III of UGC NET
by Bairam Khan 29 Jan '10

29 Jan '10

Dear Moderator, Please post this message. Paper III of UGC NET Exam has been restructured.It will be implemented from June, 2010 Exam. Please check this link. http://www.ugc.ac.in/inside/lateststructureofpapaer3net.pdf Bairam Khan Assistant Librarian Gr-II Central Library, Golapbag The University of Burdwan PIN-713104, W.B., India Cell No.- +91-9434585286 E-mail-bubairamkhan(a)gmail.com, bairamkhan(a)hotmail.com -- _______________________________________________ Search for products and services at: http://search.mail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Workshop announcement
by Vandana Khandelwal 29 Jan '10

29 Jan '10

Dear all LIS-Professional MAEER'S Maharashtra Academy of Engineering, Alandi is organizing "Five Days National Level Workshop on Library Automation and Building Digital Library using KOHA and DSpace Open Source Software". The schedule of the workshop is from February 18-22, 2010. The registration fee for the workshop is Rs. 1000/- only. The number of participants is restricted to 40 and admission for the workshop is on a first-come-first-served basis. Details regarding the workshop can be downloaded from the MAE web site www.maepune.com. You are kindly requested to give wide publicity among your friend and LIS-Professional for the workshop For further queries contact: Ms. Vandana Khandelwal Chief Convenor MAEER'S Maharashtra Academy of Engineering Alandi (D), Dehu Phata, Dist., Pune 412105 Phone : 020-30253541, 27185857, 30253500, 30253600 Telefax : 020-27185759 Email : vbkhandelwal(a)mitpune.com Mobile:09637913255 The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Reminder - Talk on Measuring the Usage of eResources :What counts and what doesn't @ SRELS, Rajajinagar, Bangalore, on Sat Jan 30, 2010 @ 6 P.M.
by Francis Jayakanth 29 Jan '10

29 Jan '10

Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) Monthly Lecture On behalf of KALA, I cordially invite you for the next monthly lecture. The details of the lecture are given below. Topic: Measuring the Usage of eResources : What counts and what doesn't - A case study Speaker:Ananda T.Byrappa Manager, Whitney Knowledge Centre GE India Technology Centre 122, EPIP, Phase 2, Whitefield Road, Bangalore - 560066, INDIA Venue: Karnataka Sate Library Association, c/o SRELS, 702, 42nd Cross, Rajajinagar III Block, Bangalore - 560 010 Date and Time: Saturday, Jan 30, 2010 @ 6.00 pm This lecture is being organized in collaboration with Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science (SRELS). I take this opportunity to thank SRELS for their unstinting support to KALA's activities. With best regards, - Francis for KALA

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Indian made e-reader to take on Kindle
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 29 Jan '10

29 Jan '10

Dear Friends, Indian made e-reader to take on Kindle After two years of hard work, Vishal Mehta, an ex employee of Amazon.com, launched the Infibeam Pi, an e-reader that looks like the Amazon Kindle. It has the same e-Ink screen that the Kindle sports, reports Sruthijith KK of The Economic Times. The Infibeam Pi, which is priced at Rs.10,000, can be ordered online now and is likely to be shipped in February, is priced at Rs. 10,000. The Amazon Kindle, when shipped to India, costs about Rs.18,000. The Pi supports 13 Indian languages. Infibeam.com, an online retailer that sells everything from flowers to jewellery to books to electronic goods, has more than one lakh ebooks. Source: http://www.siliconindia.com/shownews/Indian_made_ereader_to_take_on_Kindle-… Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com www.nagarjunaknowledgecentre.webs.com www.dineshks.webs.com, -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Registration open for Workshop on "Knowledge Transaction"
by DRTC - General 29 Jan '10

29 Jan '10

Workshop on Knowledge Transactions 15th 17th February, 2010 Organized by Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC) Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) Bangalore Knowledge is perceived and understood differently according to the context and purpose of tasks at hand. Libraries and Information centres have been involved in knowledge transactions in the sense of organization of collections, systems leading to context based indexing and techniques in handling and representing knowledge. In the digital information world representation models are increasingly based on traditional and theoretical foundations of knowledge transactions. Legacy methods based on principles of Knowledge Organization are now being adapted for Knowledge conceptualizations and representation and developing representation languages, knowledge architecture and structures. At the same time knowledge modeling using popular W3C-SKOS, NKOS and RDFs are being implemented especially to structure, organize and manage information resources. Documentation Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institute, announces a seminar on 'Knowledge Transactions' to bring together expertise in information communities and active stakeholders in the domain. The workshop will comprise of contributed papers, invited talks and demonstrations by resource persons, in areas pertaining to Knowledge Organization, Transactions and Management. The objective of the workshop is to provide a platform for discussions on latest developments in methods of knowledge transactions with a direct bearing and applications in Library and Information Science and services. The intended outcome is to enhance the knowledge and skills of the participants in methods of knowledge transactions. It is aimed to achieve the goal through: Invited lectures Contributed papers Demonstrations Discussions The intended participation: Library and Information professionals, faculty, students and researchers in knowledge transactions and related domains. Topics include (but not limited to): Knowledge Transaction Systems Knowledge Organization Techniques Ontologies and Approaches to Building Ontologies Digital Libraries and Knowledge Organization Techniques Knowledge Representation and Processing Knowledge Structures and Mapping Encoding and Formats Multilingual Knowledge Representation and Handling Semantic Web Technologies for Knowledge Representation and Management Emergent Techniques for Search Algorithms and Context Sensitive Indexing MetaData and Interoperability Tools and Techniques in Knowledge Transactions Standards for Knowledge Organization, Representation and Services Case Studies, Analytic Studies in the thrust areas mentioned above Venue: Documentation Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institute, 8th Mile Mysore Road, R.V. College Post, Bangalore 560 059. For Further Details visit : http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/DRTC/KT ======================================================== Registration Form Workshop on Knowledge Transactions 15th 17th February, 2010 Name: Address: Name and Address of Sponsor/ Employee: *Whether Accommodation required: Yes / No (*on shared basis, subject to availability, on first-cum-first basis; charges apply as per institution rules) Arrival Date: Departure Date: Telephone: Fax: E-mail: Demand Draft No: Date: towards registration fee for Rs. 1800/- drawn in favour of Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Signature of the Sponsoring Authority Signature of the Participant The filled in Registration form may be mailed to: Dr. Devika P. Madalli, Convener, Documentation Research and Training Centre Indian Statistical Institute, 8th Mile Mysore Road R.V. College Post, Bangalore 560 059 Phone: 080-8483002 to 5 Ext: 497 and 490 FAX: 080-28482711 E-mail: devika(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in; devikapm(a)yahoo.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Talk on Measuring Usage of eResources :What counts and what doesn't @ SRELS, Rajajinagar, bangalore, on Sat Jan 30, 2010 @ 6 P.M.
by Francis Jayakanth 28 Jan '10

28 Jan '10

Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) Monthly Lecture On behalf of KALA, I cordially invite you for the next monthly lecture. The details of the lecture are: Topic: Measuring the Usage of eResources : What counts and what doesn't - A case study Speaker:Ananda T.Byrappa Manager, Whitney Knowledge Centre GE India Technology Centre 122, EPIP, Phase 2, Whitefield Road, Bangalore - 560066, INDIA Venue: Karnataka Sate Library Association, 902, 42nd Cross, Rajajinagar, Bangalore - 560010 Date and Time: Saturday, Jan 30, 2010 @ 6.00 pm With best regards, - Francis for KALA c/o SRELS, Rajajinagar Bangalore - 560 010

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Ranking of World Repositories [Where does India Stands?]
by Sukhdev Singh 28 Jan '10

28 Jan '10

Dear Friends, Latest Ranking of World's Open Access Repositories is now available (January 2010 Edition) at http://repositories.webometrics.info/index.html I have culled out ranking of Indian Repositories. These are ranked as below in the top 400 world repositories: 82 - Indian Institute of Science Bangalore ePrints - http://eprints.iisc.ernet.in/ 148 - Openmed National Informatics Centre India - http://openmed.nic.in 180 - Indian Statistical Institute Digital Library - http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/ 218 - Indian Institute of Astrophysics Dspace - http://prints.iiap.res.in/ 245 - National Institute of Oceanography India Digital Repository - http://drs.nio.org/ 278 - Raman Research Institute Digital Repository - http://dspace.rri.res.in/ 370 - National Aerospace Laboratories Institutional Repository - http://nal-ir.nal.res.in/ Their methodology for ranking is available at http://repositories.webometrics.info/methodology_rep.html Interestingly, SIZE does not matter when compared to VISIBILITY! Where does India Stands? --Sukhdev Singh http://twitter.com/esukhdev -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Distribution of book of poem
by lata＠iihmr.org 28 Jan '10

28 Jan '10

Dear friends, The owner of our institute would like to donate book of Poems " Noor-E-Zindagi" written by his Sister-in-law Mrs Prena Agarwal. The librarians who would like to have a free copy of this book may kindly contact me along with their postal address. Thanks and regards LATA SURESH Manager, Library and Documentation Centre Institute of Health Management Research 1, Prabhu Dayal Marg, Sanganer Airport Jaipur - 302011 Rajasthan INDIA Phone: +91-141-3924700-730 ext. 727 Fax : +91-141-2792138, 3924738 URL : http://www.iihmr.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Ranking Web of Repositories: January 2010
by Mallikarjun 27 Jan '10

27 Jan '10

Dear All, The new edition of the Ranking Web of repositories has just been published. Previous year 6 repositories were from India this year 7, National Aerospace Laboratories, Bangalore is the new entrant in the list. Full list http://repositories.webometrics.info/top400_rep.asp?offset=0 !~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!! Mallikarjun Dora Professional Assistant Vikram Sarabhai Library Indian Institute of Management, Ahemadabad http://mallikarjundora.wordpress.com/ !~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!! The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Last Call - FAO of the UN Survey on Open Access in Food, Agriculture, Development, Fisheries, Forestry and Natural Resources
by Imma Subirats 27 Jan '10

27 Jan '10

*Apologies for cross-posting* The FAO of the United Nations Survey on Open Access in Food, Agriculture, Development, Fisheries, Forestry and Natural Resources will be open for your participation until Sunday January 31. If you haven't completed the survey, here are the links: • http://www.ciardring.net/node/3100 in English • http://www.ciardring.net/node/3103 in French • http://www.ciardring.net/node/3104 in Spanish This short survey (10 minutes only) is designed to get an overview of the state of the art of Open Access (OA) within the Food, Agriculture, Development, Fisheries, Forestry and Natural Resources Research Community. The results will be made available online in the CIARD Ring website http://www.ciardring.net/ to give all participants the opportunity to take a look at and comment the results. Thanks for your participation and support, Imma Subirats --------------------------------------------------- Knowledge and Information Management Officer KCEW, FAO of the United Nations Viale delle Terme di Caracalla 00153 Rome (Italy) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Net Examination
by librarymahad 27 Jan '10

27 Jan '10

Dear All, I will highly appreciate if anybody can help me about the net examination for Lecturership and Librarian post. I would like to appear for the same. I am not in touch with the different theory papers (like Cataloguing, Classification, Reference service, Documentation, Bibliography etc.) of Library and Information for a long time. I request you (particularly those who have passed the examination) to give me list of book/guide I have to follow. I will also be grateful to you if you kindly let me know about any Coaching Center or Organisation (in Mumbai or nearby is preferred) who are giving such training fot net qualification in Library and Information Science. Regards, Pradip Das ================================================= Pradip Das. M. Phil, ADIS/DRTC, B. Sc. (Chem.) Executive - Library / TPM & Training Co-ordinator, Pidilite Industries Limited, A/21, MIDC, Mahad, Maharashtra - 402309. India. Ph. : 02145- 231427(R), 02145 - 232043 to 46 (Off.) Extn. : 226 Fax. : 01245 - 232048 Mobile : 09420836138 E-mail : librarymahad(a)pidilite.co.in or, pradipbhadreswardas(a)gmail.com Web : www.pidilite.com ================================================ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Free Access to Cochrane database
by Saji S Nair 27 Jan '10

27 Jan '10

Dear All, Indian residents will continue to have complimentary access to reliable, up-to-date, evidence-based health research from The Cochrane Library, thanks to the National Provision provided by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). Vist: http://www.cochrane.org/ The Cochrane Library contains high quality health care information, including Systematic Reviews from The Cochrane Collaboration. These Reviews bring together research on the effects of health care and are considered the gold standard for determining the relative effectiveness of different interventions. The Cochrane Collaboration is a UK registered international charity and the world's leading producer of systematic Reviews. It has been demonstrated that Cochrane Systematic Reviews are of comparable or better quality and are updated more often than the Reviews published in print journals. See the news at: http://www.i-newswire.com/wiley-blackwell-and-the-cochrane/17447 Regards -- Saji S. Nair Library & Information Services Division Regional Cancer Centre Medical College Campus Trivandrum - 695011 Kerala, INDIA ----------------------------------------------------------- 91 471 2522225 (O) 91 471 2394252 (R) 09446014130 (Mob) Email: saji(a)rcctvm.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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LIS_edu_Vision_2010
by dibyendu pal 27 Jan '10

27 Jan '10

In response to the requests from LIS professionals all over the country it is decided by the Organizing Committee that the interested persons may submit extendedabstracts for presentation in the 2-day National Seminar to be held on 19-20thMarch 2010 at the Department of Library and Information Science, University ofCalcutta. The important dates are rescheduled as follows: Last Date of Submission of Extended Abstract: 24.02.2010 Last Date of Submission of Full Paper: 28.02.2010 Last Date of Communication of Acceptance by e-mail: 03.03.2010 Last date of Payment for Registration: 09.03.2010 The full paper as per the format and standard mentioned in the brochure should reach within the date rescheduled as above; if not, it may not be possible toincorporate the same in the pre-seminar publication. We would be happy to welcome you all to our 2-day National Seminar at Calcutta. Contact mail: culisseminar2010@gmail/com For details please log on: http://www.caluniv.ac.in/seminar/seminar_lib.html Dr. Dibyendu Paul Joint Secretary Seminar Org. Committee -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Five day National Level Workshop on Library Automation and Building Digital Library Using Koha and DSpace
by Vimal Kumar 25 Jan '10

25 Jan '10

Five Days National Workshop On Library Automation and Building Digital Library using KOHA & Dspace Organized by MAEER`s Maharashtra Academy of Engineering (MAE) Alandi (D) Pune & Financially supported by University of Pun. Date- February 18-22, 2010 Registration fee- Rs. 1000* * *Important Dates : * Registration opens from : 21 January 2010 Last date for Registration : 08 February 2010 You can download registration form from here, * http://www.maepune.com/Library1.doc* <http://www.maepune.com/> -- Vimal Kumar V. Asst. Librarian Asian School of Business Technopark, Trivandrum-695 581 Web: www.vimalkumar.co.nr Blog: http://vimalkumar.oksociety.in OK Society Volunteer. http://oksociety.in --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have learnt" -Patrick White -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National conference at SRKV, Coimbatore
by bjeyapragash prakash 25 Jan '10

25 Jan '10

dear moderator, Kindly check this information for the National conference at Coimbatore, Tamilnadu.. and kindly circulate this message to our professionals.. Dear Sir/Madam, Greetings! Sri Ramakrishna Mission Vidyalaya College of Education(Autonomous) is going to organise two day "UGC Sponsored National Conference on Collaborations and Strategic Alliances for the Development of Libraries in Various Institutions of Higher Education" Date: February 26 27, 2010 Venue: GKD Auditorium, Ramakrishna Mission Vidyalaya, Coimbatore 641 020. Last date for submission of full paper along with abstract: 10th Feb 2010. Registration Fee: Rs. 500 Fulltime-Research scholar Students: 300. For Further details pl. visit our conference website: www.srkvteinfo.org with regards S.Swaminathan Librarian SRKV College of Education Coimbatore 20 cell: 98429 93535 -- B.Jeyapragash Assistant Librarian Bharathidasan University Tiruchirappalli -24 Mobile :99449-81455 URL: http://jplisbdu.blogspot.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Donation of Bound Volumes
by Shanthi, P 25 Jan '10

25 Jan '10

Dear All, We have bound volumes of many scientific journals covering chemistry, biology, plant sciences, physics etc from 1960 onwards that we wish to donate to worthy organisation. The volumes are in good condition and the reason for this donation is an online access that we have opted for. Please get in touch with me for the list if you are interested in taking them. Regards, Shanthi P INFORMATION & KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT RESEARCH CENTRE, HINDUSTAN UNILEVER LTD 64 MAIN ROAD WHITEFIELD BANGALORE - 560 066 INDIA Phone : 91 80 39830973 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Required Library Trainee
by Veeru 24 Jan '10

24 Jan '10

Dear Professionals, *INTER-UNIVERSITY CENTRE FOR ASTRONOMY AND ASTROPHYSICS* (An Autonomous Institution of the University Grants Commission) Pune University Campus, Pune – 411007. Phone : 020-2569 1414 2560 4100 Fax : 25604699 Requires: 21.01.2010 Library Trainees** ** *No. of vacancies* : *Two* *Qualification* : Graduate in Science with Master Degree in Library and Information Science (M.Lib. & I.Sc.) Students who have appeared for final exam and expecting result may also apply).. *Age limit* : 25 years *Tenure * : 06 Months *Emoluments* : Rs. 8000/- p.m. Nature of Jobs : These trainees will be involved various in-house tasks such as Acquisition, Cataloguing, Serial Control and Circulation, etc and will be exposed to e-environment works as NAS server, creating a database for IRCs collection, creation of database of digitalized IUCAA photographs collection, etc. Candidates meeting the above requirement may send curriculum vitae/Bio data along with copies of certificates to the Senior Administrative Officer, IUCAA, Post Bag 4, Ganeshkhind, Pune – 411007 latest by January 29, 2010. -- with regards Virupaksh BH LIM Trainee, NCSI/JRD Tata Memorial Library , IISc ,Bangalore-50012 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancies at DELNET !
by Dr Sangeeta Kaul 23 Jan '10

23 Jan '10

DELNET invites applications for Network Assistants and Network Trainees. Applicants with Masters in Library and Information Science, Diploma in Computer Applications and suitable experience with a willingness to travel in different parts of India, may apply. Salary/stipend will depend upon qualifications, experience and competence in the field. Applications with complete C.V. be sent within 10 days to Director, DELNET, JNU Campus, Nelson Mandela Road, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi-110070. Email: hkkaul(a)gmail.com ***** NACLIN 2010 at BITS Goa from June 15-18, 2010 (www.naclin.org) ***** "Be a Possibilitarian ! No matter how dark or impossible it seems, or acutally may be, raise your sights to the possibilities. Always see them because they are always there". Norman Vincent Peale _______________________________________________________________________________ Dr Sangeeta Kaul Network Manager DELNET-Developing Library Network Jawaharlal Nehru University Campus Nelson Mandela Road Vasant Kunj New Delhi-110070 Tel: 91-11-26742222, 32471010, 32471002, 32471011 Fax: 91-11-26741122 Email: sangs(a)delnet.ren.nic.in, sangskaul2003(a)yahoo.co.in Web : www.delnet.nic.in ________________________________________________________________________________ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for article
by Kshema Prakash 23 Jan '10

23 Jan '10

Apologies for X-postings Dear friends, Can someone kindly spare me a copy of the following article? Ramulu, K.S. et al. (1995) Microprotoplast fusion technique: a new tool for gene transfer between sexually-incongruent plant species<http://www.springerlink.com/content/k216878217336n30/>. Euphytica. Vol 85 (1-3). Pp. 255-268. With regards, Kshema Dr. (Ms.) Kshema Prakash Faculty Librarian - Gr I, Contact Person e-Journals (Library) & Coordinator - Distance Library Services DEI Central Library Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed University) Dayalbagh, Agra 282 0110 Uttar Pradesh, India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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International survey of library management systems
by Jai Haravu 23 Jan '10

23 Jan '10

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Library Assistant Vacancy in Goa University Library
by Gopakumar Velayudhanpillai 22 Jan '10

22 Jan '10

Dear professional colleagues, A vacancy of Library Assistant has been notified by the Goa University. The details are given below. Interested candidates may apply for the post. Applications should reach the Registrar, Goa University, Taleigao Plateau Goa 403206, on or before 15th February, 2010 Library Assistant 01-UR PB – 1 Rs.5200- 20200 Grade Pay Rs. 2800 a) Essential Qualifications i) Bachelor degree of a recognized University ii) Bachelors degree in Library Science of a recognized University. iii) Knowledge of Konkani b) Desirable: i) Knowledge of Marathi Notification No. GU/IV/Advt. 1/(29)/2010/1756 dated12.1.2009 available at http://www.unigoa.ac.in/downloads/vacancies.pdf Dr GOPAKUMAR V. University Librarian, Goa University Taleigao Plateau, Goa PIN 403 206 http://www.gopakumar.synthasite.com/ gopakumar.v(a)rediffmail.com Office Phone: 08326519012 Mobile No: 09447056713 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Opportunity for LIS Professionals
by vinod kumar 22 Jan '10

22 Jan '10

Job Summary *Company Name Aditya Birla Group* *Location *Pune *Experience *0 - 3 years *Key Skills *Librarian with 0 to 3 years experience in hospital. *Category *Health Care *Role *• Other Health Care/ Hostpitals • Librarian ** <http://tellafriend.socialtwist.com/> ** *About Company *Aditya Birla Memorial Hospital (ABMH) is a multi-speciality medical centre located at Pimpri-Chinchwad (Pune) in the west Indian state of Maharashtra. The quaternary healthcare centre provides high quality and cost-effective medical services. *Job Description * Qualification:- Diploma or Graduation in Library Science Experience 01 to 03 years, Preference in Hospital To look after day-to-day activities of hospital library & other official activities, Computer Knowledge e.g Word,Excel. -- With Regards VINOD I E Asst Librarian Brindavan College of Engineering Dwarakanagar, Baglur Main Road, Yelahanka, Bangalore-630063 E-mail-ievinod(a)gmail.com Mobile : 9845272978 -- 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] CAB Abstracts
by Dr.D.P Prathap 22 Jan '10

22 Jan '10

Dear Colleagues please let me know whether there is Consortia access to CAB Abstracts Online. thanking you yours sincerely Technical officer (Library) Sugarcane Breeding Institute Coimbatore-7 -- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Online Certifications from WIPO Worldwide Academy
by Puna Das 22 Jan '10

22 Jan '10

WIPO Worldwide Academy offers following Online Certifications Last date for enrollment is February 18, 2010. * General Course on Intellectual Property (DL-101) [March 1 to April 19, 2010] Summary: This course covers the main areas of intellectual property, namely copyright, related rights, patents, trademarks, geographical indications, industrial design, plant breeders' rights, unfair competition and international registration systems. * Patent Information Search (DL-318E) [March 11 to May 19, 2010] Summary: The intention of this distance learning course relating to patent information searching is to introduce you to, and illustrate the concepts, of searching patent information. * Arbitration and Mediation Procedure under the WIPO Rules (DL-317E) [March 16 to April 27, 2010] Summary: This advanced course is intended to describe the main features and advantages of the procedures designed by the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center; how the selection process of the most appropriate dispute resolution procedure for any given case; and how to draft appropriate dispute resolution clauses for insertion into and agreement. * Trademarks, Industrial Designs and Geographical Indications (DL-302E) [March 10 to May 18, 2010] Summary: This advanced course is intended to provide training material online to cover intellectual property aspects which are closely related to trade and competition in the globablized market. Additionally, the course is intended to educate and raise awareness of some of the complex issues that surround the protection and management of intellectual property for branding. * Patents (DL-301E) [March 9 to May 17, 2010] Summary: This advanced course is intended to explain the basic principles of patents, their economic impact, the process of patenting, describe technology transfer, patent pool and the traditional use of patents by centers of knowledge such as universities. It covers the important aspects of the patent document used in the enforcement of patent rights and the various aspects of enforcement. Further Details: http://www.wipo.int/academy/en/courses/distance_learning/catalog/c_index.ht… ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Calls for New Nominations for Memory of the World International Register
by Puna Das 22 Jan '10

22 Jan '10

Calls for New Nominations for Memory of the World International Register 22-10-2009 (Paris) UNESCO is inviting new nomination proposals for inscription on its Memory of the World International Register, a list of library collections and archive holdings of world significance, which was established in 1997 to promote documentary heritage of universal value. Nominations should ideally be submitted through the National Commission for UNESCO or the Memory of the World National Committee in the country where it is located. Proposals should be based on the selection criteria listed in the General Guidelines to Safeguard Documentary Heritage, which stipulates that the most important criterion for inscription on the register is the universal significance of the documentary heritage. The deadline for the submission of nominations is 31 March 2010 and no late submissions will be accepted. They should be submitted to UNESCO's Memory of the World Secretariat: # by mail accompanied by an electronic version on diskette, CD-Rom or USB key (addressed to Joie Springer, Memory of the World Programme, Information Society Division, 1, rue Miollis, 75732 Paris Cedex 15, France); # by email to j.springer[at]unesco.org. Nominations are posted on the Programme's Website and illustrations such as photographs or slides (TIFF, GIF, JPEG formats), and sound recordings (real-media) can be included to help describe the proposal. As the images submitted may often be used by the Memory of the World Secretariat in publicity material, an authorization for their reuse for non-profit purposes should also be included. A copy of this form can be downloaded here. At present, a total of 193 collections submitted by 76 different countries, 3 international organization and one private foundation are inscribed on the International Register of the Memory of the World Programme. Regional registers have been created for the MOWCAP and MOWLAC committees and an increasing number of countries have now established national registers. Assessment for inscription on the Register is determined by a panel of experts, the Register Sub-committee and the International Advisory Committee (IAC) whose recommendations are forwarded to the Director-General for final decision. The announcement on the next round of inscription will be made in 2011. UNESCO launched the Memory of the World Programme to guard against collective amnesia calling upon the preservation of the valuable archive holdings and library collections all over the world ensuring their wide dissemination. The Programme is intended to protect documentary heritage, and helps networks of experts to exchange information and raise resources for preservation of and access to documentary material. Source: http://portal.unesco.org/ci/en/ev.php-URL_ID=29240&URL_DO=DO_TOPIC&URL_SECT… ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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WSIS Forum 2010 open consultation: Call for participation
by Puna Das 22 Jan '10

22 Jan '10

WSIS Forum 2010 open consultation: Call for participation 18-01-2010 (Paris) UNESCO, together with ITU, UNCTAD and UNDP, is organizing an open consultation for the upcoming World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Forum 2010. All individuals, networks and organizations interested in this issue are invited to participate in the three-fold process, consisting of an online discussion, a questionnaire and a review meeting. 2010 is a turning point towards the achievement of the WSIS goals by 2015. This year's Forum, which will be held in Geneva (Switzerland) from 10 to 14 May 2010, is an important opportunity to review the progress made in the WSIS implementation during the last five years and to reconsider strategies for the remaining five years. Following the outcomes of the 2009 WSIS Action Line Facilitators Meeting on 22 May 2009, as well as several exchanges among WSIS stakeholders, an open consultation, focusing on the themes of the 2010 Forum, has been set up. The process will be carried out in three phases: * An online multi-stakeholder consultation is taking place on the online WSIS Community platform until 24 January. Stakeholders are invited to express and exchange their ideas in order to generate possible themes and potential speakers for the 2010 Forum. To join this discussion, please click here http://www.wsis-community.org/pg/announcements/view/15586 . * Stakeholders can also submit their official contributions, by 5 February, through an online questionnaire [ http://www.itu.int/wsis/implementation/2010/forum/geneva/questionnaire/inde… ] or by sending a query to: wsis[at]itu.int. * All submitted comments will be examined during the Final Review Meeting, which will take place at the ITU Headquarters in Geneva on 10 February. To register for this meeting please click here http://www.itu.int/wsis/implementation/2010/forum/geneva/registrationconsul… . Remote participation will also be possible via webcast, the link to which will shortly be available on the Forum's website http://www.itu.int/wsis/implementation/2010/forum/geneva/ . The WSIS Forum builds upon the tradition of the annual WSIS May meetings. The 2009 Forum attracted more than 400 participants representing governments, civil society/NGOs, private sector and intergovernmental organizations from around the world. The new format of the 2010 meeting is the result of last year's open consultations with all WSIS stakeholders. Detailed information on the preparatory process is available on the official website of the WSIS Forum 2010. Please take the opportunity to co-shape the agenda of the Forum with your ideas. Source: http://portal.unesco.org/ci/en/ev.php-URL_ID=29434&URL_DO=DO_TOPIC&URL_SECT… ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Need help on unpublished papers
by js vijaya 21 Jan '10

21 Jan '10

Dear Friends, Kindly help me to know the procedure to keep the unpublished papers in the library. Vijaya -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Koha v 3.0 Appliance or Live CD
by savitra sirohi 20 Jan '10

20 Jan '10

All, A big barrier to evaluation and use of Koha has been the difficult installation process and the need for some Linux expertise. We have developed a software appliance (or Live CD) for Koha v 3.0, that removes this barrier. The CD can be used in several ways: - to try Koha directly from the CD - to test if your hardware is compatible with Linux/Koha - to install on your machine The appliance is built on openSUSE Linux 11.2 and Koha v 3.02. The appliance includes a full featured and ready to run Koha, including: - zebra search server - email notices - fines calculation and more.. User manuals and other resources are also packaged in the CD. We will offer free but limited support via a mailing list: koha-appliance-osslabs(a)googlegroups.com. Those interested in the appliance can order a copy on our website, you will need to pay postage costs only. More information on this appliance is available here: http://www.osslabs.biz/koha_library_management_system/koha-appliance.html. Thanks, Savitra Sirohi Nucsoft OSS Labs 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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Re: [LIS-Forum] All BHU Studednts
by Rajivaksh Tripathi 20 Jan '10

20 Jan '10

I request to forum please publish this document It is very surprised to hear that Banaras Hindu University does not > recognize his apprenticeship programme. > Some my friends had applied for the post of attendant but B H U rejected > their form and told them apprenticeship will not be considered as > experience. It is purely injustice. It is my humble request to all my B H U > please support their friends to fight with this injustice. > > > All BHU Students > > > -- > .With regards > Rajivaksh Tripathi Library Assistant XLRI, Jamshedpur Jharkhand. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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new director (library and information) at ARCHEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF INDIA (ASI)
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 20 Jan '10

20 Jan '10

dear friends I congratulate Dr.N K Bar, who had been selected as Director, Library and Information , Archeological Survey of India ( ASI), New Delhi. he is likely to join very soon. Presently, he is heading the Library and resource center of Election Commission of India.This level post ASI is created for the first time. The Director will take care of the services at HQ and also 39 such resource centres existing in the country. With his vast expereince, education both in and out side India, Dr Bar will be able to bring new colors to the position and likely to introduce new and innovative services that will bring new status to the library services in ASI. I, on my and other professionals behalf, welcome his appointment and congratulate him for his appointment.I also wish him all the success in new position. Prof. N.LAXMAN RAO, UGC- EMERITUS PROFESSOR, Dept of Library & Information Science, Osmania University, HYDERABAD- 500 007 (INDIA) President, Association of British Scholars (Hyderabad Chapter) +91-9246547599 (Mobile) e:mail-- naglaxman(a)yahoo.com OR naglaxman(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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Two days National Conference at Kuvempu University, Shimoga, Karnataka
by Mailing List Admin 20 Jan '10

20 Jan '10

Date: Wed, 20 Jan 2010 09:36:15 +0530 (IST) From: ISHAPPA BANDI <icbandi(a)yahoo.co.in> Dear All, � Kuvempu University, Library & Information Science Department is organising Two days National Conference on Content Management in Digital Era: Opportunities and Challanges- 12&13 March,2010 � For more details kindly visit: http://www.kuvempu.ac.in/conf-semi-2009.htm � Thanking You ********************************** Ishappa C. Bandi Asst. Manager Documentation TATA POWER COMPANY LTD

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LIS_edu_Vision_2010
by Mailing List Admin 20 Jan '10

20 Jan '10

Date: Tue, 19 Jan 2010 07:40:57 -0800 From: LISeduVision_CU2010 <culisseminar2010(a)gmail.com> Respected all On March 19-20, 2010, the Department of Library and Information Science, University of Calcutta invites you to a 2-day national seminar entitled �Vision of LIS Education for Modern India.' *Important Issues:* What are the changes that LIS education need to cope with? Is it evident that LIS education must be restructured to reflect the realities of changes, employability pattern, teaching-learning system, research requirements etc? What should be the essential components of LIS curriculum? How can LIS programmes respond to new and ever changing demands, adjust the programmes suitably, and develop new research and training activities to fit a radically changing knowledge based society? Are we currently preparing our students for the claim of our society? How can LIS education provide information professionals with the necessary knowledge and training, to enable them to offer appropriate services? How are the LIS research findings sufficiently mounting and how these findings are reflected in the library services? These are some of the questions that will be addressed in this two-day national seminar. *Important Dates: * 21.01.10 Submission of Extended Abstract 18.02.10 Submission of Full Paper 28.02.10 Communication of Acceptance of Paper 05.03.10 Last Date of Registration *Registration Fee: *Working Person & Sponsored Research Fellow Rs. 1000/- Retired Person Rs. 500/- Students & Non-sponsored Research Scholar Rs. 250/- *Contact e-mail: * culisseminar2010(a)gmail.com *Further information At:* *http://www.caluniv.ac.in/seminar/seminar_lib.html * Dr. Dibyendu Paul & Dr. Swapna Banerjee Joint Secretaries Seminar Organizing Committee Department of Library and Information Science University of Calcutta

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Congratulations to Dr. S. P. Satarkar
by ranjit dharmapurikar 19 Jan '10

19 Jan '10

Dear all, It gives me a great pleasure to inform you all that Dr. S. P. Satarkar, Librarian, Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University, Nanded have been selected for ILA-GIDWANI-DESHPANDE ACADEMIC LIBRARIAN AWARD-2009 in appreciation of his contributions to the professional development. This prestigioius award will be received by him on 21st January 2010 at Birla Institute of Management Technology, Greater Noida, U.P. where the 55th All India Library Conference is scheduled to be held from 21st to 24th January 2010. Shri Ranjeet G. Dharmapurikar, Information scientist. Dr. M. G. Basole, Librarian KRM Mahila College, Nanded The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.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 18 Jan '10

18 Jan '10

Dear All, Can any one of you send me a copy of the following article? *Ecosystem services: an ecophysiological examination. * EAMUS Derek ; MACINNIS-NG Catriona M. O. ; HOSE Grant C. ; ZEPPEL Melanie J. B. ; TAYLOR Daniel T. ; MURRAY Brad R. Australian journal of botany *ISSN* 0067-1924 2005, vol. 53, no1, pp. 1-19. 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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Vacancy of "Professional Trainees" at IIT KHARAGPUR Central Library
by Gati Krushna Nayak 18 Jan '10

18 Jan '10

Dear inf.sc professionals, There are vacancies for "professional trainees" at IIT KHARAGPUR Central Library.Professiona l training period is for 1 (one) year and monthly stipend will be Rs 4000/-. So any body interested for PT, then apply soon to The Librarian, Central Library, IIT KHARAGPUR with ur CV on or before February'22, 2010 with all your attested copies of certificates and testimonials. For more details regarding click the below mentioned hyperlink. http://www.iitkgp. ac.in/downloads/ prf_trn.pdf Or else you all can click this below mentioned hyperlink for viewing the vacancy advt. of Prof.Trainess in IIT KHARAGPUR Central Library http://www.iitkgp.ac.in/topfiles/non_teaching_top.php best of luck. take care regards GATI KRUSHNA NAYAK CONSULTANT (Sr.Library & Inf.Asst.) IIIT Bhubaneswar http://www.iiit- bh.ac.in BHUBANESWAR- 751003 ORISSA CELL: 09178645593, 09338010467 GATI KRUSHNA NAYAK ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN (Sr.Grade) IMIS http://www.imis.ac.in BHUBANESWAR- 751004 ORISSA CELL: 09178645593, 09338010467 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Illuminea Newsletter
by Vimal Kumar 18 Jan '10

18 Jan '10

*Dear Friends, I just learn about this newsletter and hope that this is helpful to update with new trends in publishing industry. Illuminea* is a new quarterly newsletter published by Oxford University Press for academic librarians and information professionals. This publication will keep readers up-to-date with the latest developments at OUP and across the publishing world. http://www.oup.com/illuminea/ -- Vimal Kumar V. Asst. Librarian Asian School of Business Technopark, Trivandrum-695 581 Web: www.vimalkumar.co.nr Blog: http://vimalkumar.oksociety.in OK Society Volunteer. http://oksociety.in --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have learnt" -Patrick White -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Dr. V. Gopakumar, New University Librarian, Goa University
by sudhier k g pillai 16 Jan '10

16 Jan '10

Dear Professional Colleagues, I am glad to inform you that *Dr. V. Gopakumar* has joined as University Librarian, Goa University w. e. f 15 January 2010. He was Librarian at University College, Thiruvananthapuram for the last 2 years, and before that he was Govt. College, Kasaracode, Kerala. He did his Ph.D from Mangalore University under the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) A. K. Baradol. Congrats to Dr. V. Gopakumar. I wish him all success throughout his tenure as Goa University Librarian. *Dr. K. G. SUDHIER* Lecturer Dept. of Library & Information Science University of Kerala, Palayam Campus Thiruvananthapuram- 695 034 INDIA Ph. 09446484561, +91 471 2414461(R) 230 8034(O) -- 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 day state level workshop in Mumbai
by Ajay Kamble 15 Jan '10

15 Jan '10

Dear all, Once again I request you & your friends in IT Profession, to decide on the following workshop: UGC sponsored two day state level workshop on *"Implementing Advanced Technologies in Libraries" *is organised by the Library & IT Dept. of DTSS College of Commerce and PDT Junior College of Commerce & Science, Malad (E), Mumbai on *22nd and 23rd January, 2010.* *Please, send e-mail (dtsslibrary(a)gmail.com<http://us.mc596.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=dtsslibrary@gmail.com>) to confirm your participation as early as possible. * for details contact : * 022-28423157 8080826461* Mrs. Yojana Patil, Librarian, * DTSS College of Commerce and PDT Junior College of Commerce & Science, (Sanskar College), Near Kurar Police Station, Kurar Village, Western Express High-Way, Malad (E), Mumbai - 400 097.* http://sanskarsarjan.blogspot.com (Librarian's Articles for Value Education) http://sanskarsarjan.org (Official Website of the College) http://sanskarkaladarpan.blogspot.com (Created by the librarian for Students) With warm regards -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 www.mlsc.co.nr www.ajaykamble.co.nr -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation for Inaugural Ceremony of 55th ILA Conference
by Mailing List Admin 15 Jan '10

15 Jan '10

Date: Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:36:02 +0530 From: Anil Singh <dr.anilsingh5(a)gmail.com> The Birla Insitute of Management Technology, Greater Noida and Ranganathan Society for Social Welfare and Library Development cordially invite to you all for Inaugural Ceremony of 55th ILA National Conference on Thursday, January 21, 2010 at 04.00 p.m.�Shri T. N. Chaturvedi, Former Governor, Karnataka State has kindly consented to deliver the Inaugural Address. -- Dr. ANIL SINGH Division of Library, Documentation and Information National Council of Educational Research and Training Sri Aurobindo Marg New Delhi - 110016 Mobile 09868167052 E-mail: dr.anilsingh5(a)gmail.com Website: http://www.dranilsingh.webs.com

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Vacancy for the Post of "Information Management Trainee" at NIFT, Mumbai
by anand bandi 14 Jan '10

14 Jan '10

Dear Candidate, National Institute of Fashion Technology, Mumbai invites application for the post of "Information Management Trainee" for its main Campus at New Bombay from the fresh MLISc Candidates. Interested candidates may post their CV to the undersigned on or before 25th January 2010. Selected candidate will be paid the stipend of Rs 6000=00 PM for the first six Months. 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 anbandi(a)rediffmail.com website:www.nift.ac.in The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UPSC
by anil sahu 14 Jan '10

14 Jan '10

Dear All, The UPSC had declared so many posts in which a applicant have the choice to select the given 23 different subjects, except Library and information as their optional subjects for preliminary exam . If Library & information subject is given place in UGC NET examination, then why it is not given a optional subject in UPSC? Thanks With Regards Anil Sahu (Librarian ISCD,Indore) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Articles
by G. K. Sachdeva 14 Jan '10

14 Jan '10

Dear Library Professional We urgent need below mentioned articles if you have kindly send softcopy to me. ** * 1. Title: Green marketing Author(s): John Grant Journal: Strategic Direction <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/0258-0543.htm> Year: 2008 Volume: 24 <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/0258-0543/24> Issue: 6 <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/0258-0543/24/6> Page: 25 - 27 ISSN: 0258-0543 Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Limited Title: Green Marketing Begins with Green Design Author(s): Vasanthakumar N. Bhat Journal: Journal of Business & Industrial Marketing<http://www.emeraldinsight.com/0885-8624.htm> Year: 1993 Volume: 8 <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/0885-8624/8> Issue: 4 <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/0885-8624/8/4> Page: 26 - 31 ISSN: 0885-8624 2. Title: Green marketing: legend, myth, farce or prophesy? Author(s): Ken Peattie, Andrew Crane Journal: Qualitative Market Research: An International Journal<http://www.emeraldinsight.com/1352-2752.htm> Year: 2005 Volume: 8 <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/1352-2752/8> Issue: 4 <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/1352-2752/8/4> Page: 357 - 370 ISSN: 1352-2752 Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Limited 3. Title: B2B green marketing and innovation theory for competitive advantage Author(s): Valerie L. Vaccaro Journal: Journal of Systems and Information Technology<http://www.emeraldinsight.com/1328-7265.htm> Year: 2009 Volume: 11 <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/1328-7265/11> Issue: 4 <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/1328-7265/11/4> Page: 315 - 330 ISSN: 1328-7265 Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Limited 4. Title: Concerns about Green Marketing Author(s): Peter Kangis Journal: International Journal of Wine Marketing<http://www.emeraldinsight.com/0954-7541.htm> Year: 1992 Volume: 4 <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/0954-7541/4> Issue: 2 <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/0954-7541/4/2> Page: 21 - 24 ISSN: 0954-7541 *** Thanks & Regards G. K. Sachdeva Library In-Charge JK Padampat Singhania Institute 09911496696 -- G. K. Sachdeva -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Prof. Malhan Takes Over as Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences
by Jagtar Singh 14 Jan '10

14 Jan '10

Dear All, I am glad to inform you that Prof. I. V. Malhan, Director, Academic Staff College, University of Jammu, and Vice President of IATLIS has taken over as Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Jammu for a period of three years w.e.f. 01 January 2010. He has also been head of the Department of Library and Information Science and Professor Incharge/University of Jammu Library for more that a decade. Dr. Jagtar Singh, Professor and Head, Department of Library and Information Science, Dean, Faculty of Education and Information Science Punjabi University, Patiala Pin - 147 002 (India) Email: jagtar.kindu(a)gmail.com Tel: +91 (0)175 304 6462 & 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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Excerpts of National Workshop on “Design and Organisation of IR
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 13 Jan '10

13 Jan '10

Dear Friends, Excerpts of National Workshop on “Design and Organisation of Institutional Repositories (IR) Using DSpace (1.5.2)” organised by Library and Information Centre, B. N. M. Institution of Technology, Bangalore on 9th January 2010. The workshop witnessed astounding response from 180 plus delegates across the country out of which 110 participants were from the VTU affiliated engineering colleges. The Inaugural function commenced with the welcome address by Dr. K. Udayakumar, Principal, BNMIT. The program formally inaugurated by lighting the lamp by Prof. Balaji, Registrar, VTU, Dr. I. K. Ravichandra Rao, Professor, DRTC, ISI, Prof. B. C. Rajanna, Chairman, BNMIE, Sri. Narayana Rao Maanay, Secretary of BNMIE. R. M. Puttaswamy, Librarian, BNMIT and Organising Secretary, presented a brief note on the workshop. Dr. I. K. R. was felicitated by the management of BNMIE. After the felicitation Dr. I. K. R. delivered keynote address on the importance of IR, Issues, Challenges and he emphasized on the OAI and Metadata Harvesting. He has thrown light on digital revolution, advantages and objectives of IR. He pointed out, how students can make use of IR in their learning. He discussed about the content and management in terms of written policy on development of IR and indexing the content in IR. Another guest Dr. K. V. A. Balaji, Registrar, VTU, spoke on the strengths of Visvesvaraya Technological University in terms of no. of colleges, no. of UG, PG and Research Programs. He has appreciated the development of libraries in knowledge creation and dissemination. He also assured that university will provide any kind of support to interlink IRs developed by colleges with VTU research portal. Elaborating further, he mentioned that libraries should attract youngsters and make optimum utilization of available resources. Sri. Narayana Rao Maanay has released the DVD of the workshop. Prof. B. C. Rajanna delivered Presidential Remarks and he pointed out that how libraries are transformed from the traditional to virtual form. Prof. T. J. Rama Murthy, Director, BNMIE proposed vote of thanks. Dr. M. Krishna Murthy, DRTC was the resource person for the technical session; he delivered presentation on “An overview of Institutional Repositories – A present scenario & IR Open Access, Archives, OAI-PMH working principles”. After the first technical session, Sri. R.M. Putta Swamy, briefed about the Institutional Repositories maintained at BNMIT Library by Using DSpace. This session was well interacted by the delegates by getting the tips and ideas on design and organization of institutional Repositories. Afterwards participants were moved to computer lab for hands on session on installation of Fedora 9 operating system. After the delicious, lunch brainstorming hands-on-training session on DSpace 1.5.2 was started. The current version of DSpace 1.5.2 software was successfully installed and all the delegates were happy and expressed their satisfaction. Sri. Choudappa N., President, AKELPA felicitated the engineering college librarians who achieved their Ph.D. degree recently. They are, Dr. Dinesh K. S., who completed his Ph.D. degree under the supervision of Dr. Khaiser Nikam, UOM, Dr. K. R. Mulla under the supervision of Dr. Chandrashekar M., UOM and Dr. H. M. Chidananda Swamy under the guidance of Dr. B.U. Kannappanavar, Kuvempu University. Soon after the high-tea, concluding session commenced with a welcome speech by Dr. K. Ranga, Dean, BNMIT. Sri. R.M. Putta Swamy, presented the detailed report about the workshop. Few of the participants gave the feedback about the workshop. Sri. P.S. Manjunatha, Librarian, MBA library introduced the Chief Guest Dr. M. Krishna Murthy. Dr. Murthy spoke on the advantages of DSpace to colleges and said that in India this is the first workshop on DSpace 1.5.2 latest version of DSpace. Sri. Maanay delivered presidential remarks and expressed his happiness over the turn out as he was not expected and analysed it as created benchmark in the institution. He also opined that it is necessary to equip oneself to serve better in library to meet the challenge of the future with advent of future ICTs. Dr. Shana D. Gowda, Professor, concluded the session with vote of thanks. At the end there was a huge appreciation from the delegates about the arrangements, hospitality of the BNMIT. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Posted by Dr. Dinesh K. S. Advisory Committee Member and Participant of the Workshop dinesh.ncet(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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BMA - ‘Inter-school Quiz Competition - 2010'
by prakash in 12 Jan '10

12 Jan '10

Dear All, Bangalore Management Academy, Bangalore is organizing ‘Inter-school Quiz Competition - 2010' On 30 January, 2010. Guidelines: Two Categories: one for high school and one for +2 students. Top three teams in each category will receive prizes. Not more than 3 members in each team. Members must belong to the same institution. Each School/College may send a maximum of 3 teams. Competition will be held at BMA campus on 30 Jan 2010 at 9.00am. No registration fee for participating students/teams. The last day for registration is 20 January 2010. For online registration, Visit: http://www.bmaindia.com The participation form can also be mailed to Prakash(a)bmaindia.com For further details please contact: Prakash I.N – 9902801000. With Regards, Prakash I.N Manager – Knowledge Centre Bangalore Management Academy # 17, Ashirwad Towers, Doddanekkundi Cross, Mahadevapura Ring Road, Marathahalli Post, Bangalore – 560 037. Phone: 080-43544117 Mobile No: 9880446597 The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NORTH-EAST REGIONAL WORKSHOP ON LIBRARY AUTOMATION AND KNOWLEDGE ORGANISATION March 12-14, 2010
by Durga M. 12 Jan '10

12 Jan '10

All respected member, NERIST is going to organize a three day workshop on above. Interested members are requested to send their registration form in due time. Thanking you. *NORTH-EAST REGIONAL WORKSHOP* *ON* *LIBRARY AUTOMATION AND KNOWLEDGE ORGANISATION* *March 12-14, 2010* Sponsored by Central Reference Library, Kolkata * * *ORGANIZED BY* * * *Central Library * *North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST)* *(Deemed University)* *Nirjuli – 791 109.* *Arunachal Pradesh* * * *OVERVIEW* Library is the first institution to ‘organize’ the knowledge which evolved into different models to hold information. With change in time, libraries need to review its roles and objectives. Twenty-first Century libraries are transformed into virtual knowledge center, with the application of computer, multimedia, IT, internet, for open access to information. Libraries are providing information retrieval services as their core content of objectives. The users group may differ but the services remain almost same. Application of IT in libraries has changed the work culture globally. The manual services changed to automation, documents become digitalized, and instead of users are going to libraries for information, now libraries come to user. There are number of libraries in the North East Region still providing services manually. Library professionals working in these libraries do not have primary infrastructure and trained manpower. In this context of scientific organization of knowledge resources library professionals need to develop their competency. Keeping the objectives in view this workshop is organized to render short term training to the working professionals in libraries of North East region. Core content of the workshop is the application of computers, multimedia, internet in library services, database development, literature search, e-resources and open access, automation and knowledge organization. *THEMES* 1. Knowledge resource & their organization. 2. Database development, search & retrieval. 3. Library automation. 4. Compilation of bibliography. 5. Data Resource management & preservation. 6. Open Archive Initiative. *Sub-theme* (a) Knowledge management (b) Design and development of databases. (c) Library automation: Planning, development and implementation. (d) Library networking and Internet. (e) Digital Libraries: Concept, design and development. (f) Information services “User’s need, & satisfaction”. (g) Digital data: “e-resources” (h) Application of multimedia technology in library service. (i) Library application software . (j) Open access information and IPR. (k) Bar-coding technology. (l) Information marketing & TQM *Registration* Library professionals working in any type of library (Academic, Special and Public), Teachers and students of library & Information Science of North Eastern Region can participate in this workshop. Numbers of participants are limited to 30. Registration will be confirmed on first come first serve basis on free. Boarding and lodging is free for all participants. Outside participants will be given both ways sleeper class railway fair/actual bus fair in a shortest route on submission of original tickets. Tatkal charges have to be borne by the participants. *RESOURCE PERSONS* The experts of workshop are in the field of Library and Information science, Computer Science and Management studies from IITs, Universities, NERIST and other reputed academic institutes of NE Region. *IMPORTANT DATES* Last date for submission of application forms by post or email: *12thFebruary, 2010 **.* Intimation to selected participants by Post/Email from : *28th February’2010 **.* (List of selected participants will be displayed in the NERIST website *http://www.nerist.ac.in* ) *THE HOST INSTITUTE* The North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) was set up by the Govt. of India on March, 1984. The institute is located in a picturesque valley at the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas and is situated at Nirjuli in the Papumpare district of Arunachal Pradesh, on the National Highway 52-A, about 19 km away from Itanagar- the capital city of Arunachal Pradesh and a distance of about 400 km from Guwahati. The Institute can be accessed by rail and road. Night and day super deluxe buses, to and from Guwahati are available daily. Arunachal Pradesh is the land of exotic orchids and lush green hills and provides an ideal setting for a seat of technical education with a backdrop of quiet and pristine surroundings. The climate of Nirjuli during the month of March is pleasant with a temperature variation from 15˚C to 20˚C *Contact details* Mr. D.M. Sahu, Assistant Librarian Central Library, NERIST, Nirjuli – 791109. Arunachal Pradesh. Email: dmsahu(a)nerist.ac.in Fax : (0360) 2258533/2257872 Phone: (0360) 2257401 – 12 Extn. 6367 (O) 09776429753 (M) * * *NORTH-EAST REGIONAL WORKSHOP * *ON* *LIBRARY AUTOMATION AND KNOWLEDGE ORGANISATION* *(**March 12-14, 2010**)* * * *REGISTRATION FORM* * * *Name: *……………………………………... * * *Designation:* ……………………………….. * * *Address: *…………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………........ * * *Phone Numbers (with STD Code):* * * *(O): _____________(R) _______________* * * *Mobile**: __________________________* * * *Email: _____________________________* * * *Accommodation required: Yes / No * * * *Date: Signature* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Plagiarism and Indian LIS Professionals.
by raghupawar＠gmail.com 12 Jan '10

12 Jan '10

Copyright law allows users to use the copyrighted material for the private purpose (fair use policy) means personal, professional and knowledge update intention and barred from commercial gains. Library and information science professionals have to play a greater role in prevent all kinds of infringements in order to respect the original work and not hamper to its commercial value. Presently some plagiarism finding free software's available to stop lifting and illegally copying stuff to produce new. I think this is the best solution to overcome the infringement problems. Best Regards, Raghavendra R raghupawar(a)gmail.com From: lis-forum-bounces(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in [mailto:lis-forum-bounces@ncsi.iisc.ernet.in] On Behalf Of Badan Barman Sent: Monday, January 11, 2010 3:47 PM To: digilib_india(a)yahoogroups.com; iatlis(a)yahoogroups.com; nmlis(a)yahoogroups.com; ASDOLIS; Filipino Librarians (Members: 732); KM-Forum; Library (Members: 682); LIS Links; LIS-FORUM; LIS_Network (Members: 726); MLOSC (Members: 848) Subject: [LIS-Forum] Plagiarism and Indian LIS Professionals. Respected forum members, Many LIS professionals in India in their books, papers submitted to seminar / conference / festschrift volume as well as magazines / journals including contents posted to their blog, message posted to online groups / forum are copied from some one else and try to showcase as their own. I have a very bitter experience and I think many of you too. Such practices should be avoided but no one taking serious steps in this regard. We are living in a digital society, where forget about the journal articles, even blog post, message posted to groups / forum even personal email and chat messages are treated as copyrighted. Its time to make a voice in this regard and explore such bad practices with evidences. No doubt, in moving to the same we will faced a lot of personal attack but we should be able to bear all of them to build a new practice of a culture society in LIS in India. So, in eliminating the garbage from the world of information explosion, I just want some cooperation form the Indian LIS Professionals, and I hope you will. Your comments are welcome over: http://lislinks.ning.com/forum/topics/plagiarism-and-indian-lis LIS Links: Connecting LIS Professional in India: http://lislinks.ning.com/ Thanking you Yours faithfully (Sri Badan Barman) Academic Consultant, School of Library & Information Science, Krishna Kanta Handique State Open University, Housefed Complex, Last Gate, Dispur, Guwahati-781006, Assam Phone: 0361-2234964 / 2235971, Fax: 0361- 2235398. Mobile: +9198642-05166 Website: www.kkhsou.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC sponsored state level Conference at Nagbhid, Dist. Chandrapur
by Ajay Kamble 12 Jan '10

12 Jan '10

Dear all, UGC sponsored State Level Conference on "Use of Electronic Media in Rural College Libraries" by Govindrao Warajukar Art and Commerce College, Nagbhid, Dist. Chandrapur, Maharashtra on 29th Jan., 2010. Send your research articles at sanjayrsingh2007(a)rediffmail.com or principal(a)gwcollegenagbhid.com. Contact Person : Mr. Chandrashekhar Hanawante, Librarian, 07179-240216 -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 www.mlsc.co.nr www.ajaykamble.co.nr -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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MyLISA, Mysore New Team
by Mailing List Admin 12 Jan '10

12 Jan '10

Date: Mon, 11 Jan 2010 06:03:05 -0800 (PST) From: SUNIL M.V. <libra_sunil(a)yahoo.com> Dear Professional Friends, MyLISA�wishes to convey a happy and�prosperous�new year to all the LIS Forum Members. Mysore Librarians and Information Scientists Association (MyLISA)�is a professional association established in the year 2001, based at�Mysore. Its AGM was held recently, 12 members were elected unanimously and 3 were included by nomination into the Executive Committee. In a meeting of the EC held on January 2, 2010 the Office Bearers have been selected for the 3 years tenure.� I am pleased to introduce you the New MyLISA Executive Committee -� ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- President:� Dr. Mallinath Kumbar, Professor, Department of Library and Information Science,�University of Mysore, Mysore Vice-president: Mr. Nagaraja S., Chief Librarian,�Regional Institute of Education�(NCERT), Mysore Secretary: Mr. K.L. Basappa, Librarian, Jayachamarajendra�College of Engineering�(JCE), Mysore Joint Secretary:� Ms. T.N. Vani, Librarian, Chamarajendra�College of Visual Arts�(CAVA), Mysore Treasurer: Ms. M.R. Prathibha, Librarian, Marimallappa's First Grade College, Mysore Public Relations Officer:� Mr. Sunil M.V., Librarian, SDM Institute for�Management Development�(SDMIMD), Mysore Members: Dr. Shalini R. Urs, Professor and Executive Director,� International School of Information Management (ISiM), University of Mysore, Mysore Mr. H.Y. Mahakuteshwar Head - FOSTIS,�Central Food Technology�and Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysore Dr. N.S. Harinarayana, Reader Department of Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, Mysore Dr. M. Chandrashekar,�Reader Department of Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, Mysore Ms. H.S. Umadevi Chief Librarian, JSS College for Women (Autonomous), Mysore Mr. I. Nargund Chief Librarian, Rare Material Project (RMP), Mysore Mr. Siddalingaswamy Librarian, JSS Arts, Science and Commerce College, Mysore Mr. Harish, H.Y. Librarian,�National College of Engineering�(NIE), Mysore Mr. Rudrappa S. K. Librarian, SJCE�College of Business Management, Manasagangotri, Mysore With best wishes, Sunil MV Librarian SDM Institute for Management Development No. 1, Chamundi Hill Road Siddartha Nagar, Mysore Phone : 0821 - 2420490/491 2429722/161 Fax: 0821-2425557

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UGC Sponsored National Level Conference at St.Agnes College -Mangalore
by Dr.Vishala B.K. 11 Jan '10

11 Jan '10

Inaugural Programme UGC Sponsored National Level Conference on "EMPOWERING Library Professionals in Managing Digital Resources AND Providing Extension Activiities" Inaugurator Dr.V.S.Acharya Hon. Home Minister, Govt. of Karnataka Chief Guest Dr. N Nagambika Devi I.A.S., Commissioner , Department of Collegiate Education Govt. of Karnataka Keynote address Dr.G.K.Manjunath Chief librarian, Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Bombay Guest of Honour Sandhya S. Pai Executive Editor, Taranga Kannada Weekly Capt. Ganesh Karnik Deputy Chairman of the Karnataka NRI Forum, & Member Legislative Council Govt. of Karnataka President Dr.Sr.Marie Prem D'Souza A.C Principal Venue: Conference Hall, St. Agnes College, Mangalore. Date: 18th-01-2010 Time: 9.30am ALL ARE CORDIALLY INVITED Dr.Vishala B.K. Convenor 9448824505 Valedictory Programme UGC Sponsored National Level Conference on "EMPOWERING Library Professionals in Managing Digital Resources AND Providing Extension Activiities" Chief Guest Dr. N V Satyanarayana Chairman & Managing Director,Informatics (India) Ltd., Bangalore Guest of Honour Sri. M.N.Ullas Director, Easylib Software Pvt.Ltd.,Bangalore President Dr.Sr.Marie Prem D'Souza A.C Principal Venue: Conference Hall, St. Agnes College, Mangalore. Date: 19th-01-2010 Time: 3.30pm ALL ARE CORDIALLY INVITED Dr.Vishala B.K. Convenor 9448824505 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Plagiarism and Indian LIS Professionals.
by Badan Barman 11 Jan '10

11 Jan '10

Respected forum members, Many LIS professionals in India in their books, papers submitted to seminar / conference / festschrift volume as well as magazines / journals including contents posted to their blog, message posted to online groups / forum are copied from some one else and try to showcase as their own. I have a very bitter experience and I think many of you too. Such practices should be avoided but no one taking serious steps in this regard. We are living in a digital society, where forget about the journal articles, even blog post, message posted to groups / forum even personal email and chat messages are treated as copyrighted. Its time to make a voice in this regard and explore such bad practices with evidences. No doubt, in moving to the same we will faced a lot of personal attack but we should be able to bear all of them to build a new practice of a culture society in LIS in India. So, in eliminating the garbage from the world of information explosion, I just want some cooperation form the Indian LIS Professionals, and I hope you will. Your comments are welcome over: http://lislinks.ning.com/forum/topics/plagiarism-and-indian-lis LIS Links: Connecting LIS Professional in India: http://lislinks.ning.com/ Thanking you Yours faithfully (Sri Badan Barman) Academic Consultant, School of Library & Information Science, Krishna Kanta Handique State Open University, Housefed Complex, Last Gate, Dispur, Guwahati-781006, Assam Phone: 0361-2234964 / 2235971, Fax: 0361- 2235398. Mobile: +9198642-05166 Website: www.kkhsou.org 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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KLA Seminar
by Dr.Dineshan K 11 Jan '10

11 Jan '10

Dear Sir, Please Post this messsage in the LIS Forum. * * * * *KERALA LIBRARY ASSOCIATION, KOZHIKODE REGION* * * *in association with* * * *DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY & INFORMATION SCIENCE, UNIVERSITY OF CALICUT AND DELISAA, UNIVERSITY OF CALICUT * * * * * * * *Organises* * * * * * * *Seminar on * * * *BEST PRACTICES IN LIBRARIES* * * * * * * * * * * *on* *16th January 2010* * * *At 9-00am* * * * * * * * * Venue : Seminar Hall, ASC, University of Calicut * * *Librarianship and the information profession are now passing through an all time crucial phase as the old practices are unable to stand the irresistible paradigm shift that is sweeping across the world. The best thing about the traditional library technologies and the ‘classical’ practices are that they are filed proven, time tested and are in vogue for more than several decades and a century. The ways in which the library in-house activities and the plethora of information services performed across the profession from time to time had emerged as accepted norms and tools, practice guidelines, best practices and eventually they were accepted as common practices too. During the past five to seven years the information professionals’ lives have been made extremely challenging and at times even made miserable with the tremendous developments in technology, especially the Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), and the amazing speed with which it started diffusing into the information domain in particular and the society at large. One has to also appreciate the host of opportunities and solutions these technologies offer the information professionals a way smooth forward. No sensible information system in the world will ever dare to ignore or sideline the significance and relevance of the paper paradigm and the traditional systems. At the same token, the information profession should indeed proactively and efficiently address the requirements of the new world order. In other words, in the current information environment, libraries need to strategically envision and fabricate a hybrid and a vibrant information system by leveraging on the latest digital technologies as well as the traditional paper technologies.* *The Kerala Library Association, the pioneer professional association in Kerala is joining its hands with Department of Library and Information Science, University of Calicut and the Alumni Association of the Department to bring about awareness among the academic and professional communities bout the influx of new technology and practices in the Library and Information field.* *Seminar Themes* The One-Day Seminar on Best Practices in Libraries is set to unleash the topic on the following facets: 1. Best Practices in Library – User Interfacing; 2. Best Practices in Library & Information Marketing; 3. Best Practices in Information Literacy Missions; 4. Best Practices in ICT Applications; 5. Best Practices in Professional Capacity Building & Continuing Education. *Speakers* Experts in the field of Library & Information Science and library patrons will be sharing their vast treasure of knowledge and experience with the audience during the Seminar. *You are invited to be with us on the 16th January 2010 to receive and share the experiences and feelings.* *For more details please contact:* 1. Dr. M. G. Sreekumar, President KLA, Kozhikode Region, E-mail: mgsree(a)iimk.ac.in 2. Dr. Jalaja, V., Head, DLIS, University of Calict, E-mail: jalajadlis(a)yahoo.com 3. Dr. Dineshan Koovakkai, Secretary, KLA, Kozhikode Region, E-mail: dineshank(a)gmail.com -- Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai Assistant Librarian Central University of Kerala Vidyanagar P.O. Kasargod Blog: www.dineshkoovakkai.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Articles
by G. K. Sachdeva 11 Jan '10

11 Jan '10

Dear Librarians, We urgent need below mentioned articles if you have kindly send softcopy to me. *Title: Digital Copyright*** *Author(s):** *Stuart Hannabuss *Journal:** *Journal of Documentation *Year:** *2006 *Volume:** *62 *Issue:** *6 Page: 762 - 765 ISSN: 0022-0418 *Publisher:** *Emerald Group Publishing Limited Title: IPR in the ensuing global digital economy *Author(s):** *Siriginidi Subba Rao *Journal:** *Library Hi Tech <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/0737-8831.htm> *Year:** *2001 *Volume:** *19 <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/0737-8831/19> * Issue:** *2 <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/0737-8831/19/2> *Page:** *179 - 185 *ISSN:** *0737-8831 *DOI:** *10.1108/07378830110394321 *Publisher:** *MCB UP Ltd *Title:** **Digital library intellectual property right evaluation and method* *Author(s):** *Wende Zhang *Journal:** *The Electronic Library<http://www.emeraldinsight.com/0264-0473.htm> *Year:** *2007 *Volume:** *25 <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/0264-0473/25> * Issue:** *3 <http://www.emeraldinsight.com/0264-0473/25/3> *Page:** *267 - 273 *ISSN:** *0264-0473 Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Limited Thanks & Regards G. K. Sachdeva Library In-Charge JK Padampat Singhania Institute 09911496696 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Indian Citation Index
by soumen mallik 09 Jan '10

09 Jan '10

Respected Members, The Indian Citation Index (ICI) is now becoming reality and hereby I am posting the introductory message on ICI by Mr. Prakash Chand, former Head of National Science Library and former Coordinator of CSIR e-journal Consortium. "Dear all, At first I wish you a very happy, peaceful and prosperous New Year 2010. Now I am completing six months of my superannuation from NISCAIR. I am happy to inform you that I have utilized this time to realize the dream of having long awaited "Indian Citation Index (ICI)" as a product/tool for the benefit of R&D community including planers, decision makers, funding agencies etc. You are well aware that "Indian Citation Index" is in talks by many people, organizations, and groups etc. for two decade but nothing could be translated. With a view to address this long felt need I started from July 2009 to plan, develop and bring out a multidisciplinary Indian Citation Index (ICI) through a society named "Knowledge Foundation" and in collaboration with M/s Divan Enterprise. Apparently, India is contributing good amount of knowledge contents but there is no tool for evaluation and measurement of its impact, quality and quantity. At international level few tools/databases like WoS and SCOPUS are available but coverage of Indian knowledge contents in these databases are negligible. Therefore, these tools/databases are not adequate to evaluate/analyze India's knowledge contents. To resolve similar limitation of international databases, few countries, like China, Korea, Japan etc. have already brought out their own citation indexes but we could not do it. Indian researchers, scholars, policy makers, decision takers, funding agencies and others too are facing it as a big problem to perform objectively and therefore, they essentially need this tool on immediate basis. Indian Citation Index Database (ICI) is a multidisciplinary research platform primarily intend to perform literature search and multiple angle evaluation using citations similar to international databases like WoS and SCOPUS. Citation databases are specialized Abstracting & Indexing information products used to evaluate, map and measure information contents using citations as the association of R&D ideas. The references that researchers cite in their papers make explicit links between their current research and prior work in the literature archive. Indian Citation Index (ICI) organizes these intellectual links by listing both cited and citing works. Like other indexes, ICI enables users to move back in time to previously published papers, but uniquely one can also look forward in time to determine who has subsequently cited an earlier piece of research. Indian Citation Index (ICI) is a home grown database, planed to have multidisciplinary information/knowledge contents from about 1000 top Indian scholarly journals. It provides powerful search engine basically to perform search and evaluation for researchers, policy makers, decision makers etc. At present, it is planned to start with five years back files (depth) which would go over 10 years and beyond in next few month's time. ICI right now is in zero version stage and its alpha version is being issued for users feedback and comments by 15th January 2010 and thereafter shortly its beta version would be launched. It is also planed and working accordingly that in next few months ICI with full search and analytic features would be served to users for using long awaited essentially needed information product. The ICI is owned by M/s Divan Enterprise for all practical purposes. With above brief introduction, it is requested to use it and give your opinion, comments, observation etc. so that ICI may be corrected/molded accordingly and it can be made user friendly to extent possible . Here I would like to mention that so far the developed stage of ICI is 20% only of the total development and rest 80% development is going on rigorously which would be available to users soon. Currently you may access it by URL: indiancitationindex.com I once again wish you very 2 happy new year 2010 and look forward for your feedback/comments etc. on ICI as a product and its utility. Thanks -----------------------Prakash Chand" e-mail: prakash(a)indiancitationindex.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Junction: A social network for KV Pattom Library
by faisal sl 09 Jan '10

09 Jan '10

Dear Professional Partners, We have started a Ning for our Library, Library Junction ( http://libraryjunction.ning.com ). The members are students, teachers, parents and those who are genuinely interested in library, books, reading, web, ideas and knowledge sharing. The objectives of the project are promoting the reading habit, sharing useful information of online and offline resources, enhancing interaction between the library and users and supporting collaborative teaching and learning practices. Visit the network at http://libraryjunction.ning.com Comments and suggestions are welcomed. Thanks and regards S.L.Faisal Librarian Kendriya Vidyalaya Pattom,Thiruvananthapuram-695 004 Kerala India Ph.09447699724 Official http://librarykvpattom.wordpress.com http://libzine.wordpress.com http://homeworksonline.wordpress.com http://mydearbook.wordpress.com Professional http://librarycloud.wordpress.com http://librarynext.wordpress.com http://kvlblogs.wordpress.com Social Networks http://kvlibrarians.ning.com/ http://in.groups.yahoo.com/group/isl-link/ Personal http://slfaisal.wordpress.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: [LISEA] ICADL Special Tracks in Heritage Materials, and National Library Projects
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 08 Jan '10

08 Jan '10

ICADL 2010 CALL FOR PAPERS 12th International Conference on Asia-Pacific Digital Libraries (ICADL) Gold Coast, Queensland, June 21-25, 2010 http://www.icadl2010.org/ In conjunction with the 10th ACM/IEEE JCDL (Joint Conference on Digital Libraries). Conference Overview ------------------------------- ICADL welcomes submissions in the areas of computer science, library and information science and knowledge management involving applications to environmental sciences, social sciences, humanities and museum studies. Submissions associated with the ICADL 2010 theme, of "Digital Libraries in a Time of Global Change", as well as case studies and practical implementations are particularly welcome. The conferences welcome contributions from all fields associated with Digital Libraries including: * Information Visualisation * Search, retrieval and browsing interfaces to all forms of digital content * Data mining/extraction * Distributed information systems * eScience/eResearch data and knowledge management * Managing Collaborative Collections * Cultural Heritage Preservation * Studies of information behaviour and user needs and modelling * Insightful analyses of existing systems * Novel library content and use environments * Electronic publishing * Preservation systems and algorithms * Social Networking and Information Systems Paper Submission and Publication --------------------------------------------------- Authors may choose between two formats: full and short papers. Both formats will be rigorously peer reviewed. Full papers report on mature work or efforts that have reached an important milestone. Full papers must not exceed 10 pages. Short papers report on significant results that do not require the full paper length for exposition. Short papers might highlight exciting early results or can present theories or systems that can be described concisely in the limited space. Short papers must not exceed 4 pages. All papers must be original contributions and not previously published nor currently under consideration for publication elsewhere. Papers must be written in English. All accepted papers will be published in the Conference Proceedings as part of Springer Verlag's Lecture Notes in Computer Science (LNCS) series. All submissions should be made through this website and should conform to the LNCS formatting instructions. Submission instructions are available at: http://www.icadl2010.org/submitformat.php Important Dates --------------- Paper submission opening: Dec 20, 2009 Paper submission deadline: Jan 25, 2010 Poster and demonstration deadline: Jan 31, 2010 Tutorial, Panel and workshop proposals: Jan 31, 2010 Decision notification: March 15, 2010 Camera ready version: March 31, 2010 Conference: June 21-25, 2010 --- On Fri, 8/1/10, Khoo Soo Guan, Christopher (Assoc Prof) <chriskhoo(a)PMAIL.NTU.EDU.SG> wrote: From: Khoo Soo Guan, Christopher (Assoc Prof) <chriskhoo(a)PMAIL.NTU.EDU.SG> Subject: [LISEA] ICADL Special Tracks in Heritage Materials, and National Library Projects To: LISEA(a)MLIST.NTU.EDU.SG Date: Friday, 8 January, 2010, 20:33 Dear colleagues and friends, First I'd like to wish you Happy New Year, and a healthful and productive year ahead! Secondly, I'd like to announce 2 Special Tracks in the ICADL 2010 Conference: - Special Track: DL of Asia-Pacific Heritage Materials - Special Track: DL Projects at National Libraries In addition, there is also a Special Track on Digital Curation. The purpose of the new special tracks is to help us to take stock of existing digital libraries and DL projects in the Asia-Pacific region. The ICADL paper submission deadline is Jan 25th -- 2 weeks time! If you're not able to submit a full paper (10 pages or less), do consider submitting a short paper (4 pages) or poster paper (1 page). When submitting papers to a special track, please specify in the topic list of the paper submission system: - Special track: Heritage Materials - Special track: National Libraries - Special track: Digital Curation If you have questions about the special tracks, please let me know. The ICADL 2010 Call for Papers is appended below for your convenience. Best wishes for 2010 and see you at ICADL. -- chris khoo ------------------------------------------------------------ *END OF DOCUMENT* CONFIDENTIALITY: This email is intended solely for the person(s) named. The contents may be confidential and/or privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, please delete it, notify us, and do not copy or use it, nor disclose its contents. Thank you. Towards A Sustainable Earth: Print Only When Necessary -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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New updates of SOUL 2.0 released
by Ajay Kamble 08 Jan '10

08 Jan '10

Dear all, INFLIBNET has released the latest updates of SOUL 2.0 on 1st Jan. 2010. For offline updates, please click on the following link http://www.inflibnet.ac.in/soul/downloads.htm With regards -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 www.mlsc.co.nr www.ajaykamble.co.nr -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for an article
by Mailing List Admin 08 Jan '10

08 Jan '10

Date: Thu, 7 Jan 2010 15:24:52 +0530 From: Tejasvini.Ranadive(a)ril.com Rowen, W. I., 1983, “Simplified Mathematical Representations of Heavy Duty Gas Turbine”, Trans. Amer. Soc. Mech. Eng., Vol. 105, pp. 865-869 Regards, Tejasvini Ranadive Librarian Reliance Industries Ltd. Central Library, Patalganga Tel: 02192-256270 tejasvini.ranadive(a)ril.com

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Paper Submissiton Date is extended
by DRTC - General 08 Jan '10

08 Jan '10

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Avail Early bird Registration for International Conference on Digital Libraries Feb 2010, New Delhi
by Debal Chandra Kar 08 Jan '10

08 Jan '10

Registration open for International Conference on Digital Libraries (ICDL) Theme: Shaping the Information Paradigm New Delhi, 23 – 26 February 2010 Venue: Conference at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi • 24–26 February 2010 Tutorial at IGNOU, Convention Centre, New Delhi • 23 February 2010 Organiser: TERI, New Delhi Co-Organiser: IGNOU, New Delhi Associate: Ministry of Culture, Govt of India, CSIR, CEMCA and SLA Objectives · Provide a platform and enable interaction among DL experts and researchers · Facilitate creation adoption, implementation and utilization of DL‘s, and their future implications · Bridging the digital divide through knowledge sharing Who should participate? · Library/Information professionals · IT and knowledge service providers · Policy makers · Academicians, students and distance learner · E-publishers and virtual communities · Other stakeholders Conference will be Inaugurated by Hon'ble Sh. Kapil Sibal, Ministry of HRD, Govt of India, on 23rd Feb 2010 at India Habitat Centre Key Note Speakers: Dr R Chidambaram Principal Scientific Adviser Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India Invited Speakers (There are more than 50 invited speakers. Some of them are as below): Ellen R. Tise, IFLA President and Stellenbosch University, South Africa Deanna Marcum, Library of Congress, USA Jean-Marc Comment, Archives fédérales suisses, Switzerland Paul Nieuwenhuysen , Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium Edie Rasmussen, The University of British Columbia, Canada Peter Schirmbacher, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Germany Michael Seadle, Humboldt Universität zu Berlin, Germany Andreas Rauber, Vienna Univ. of Technology, Austria Shigeo Sugimoto, University of Tsukuba, Japan Rebecca B. Vargha, University Library, USA Joyce, Chao-chen Chen, National Taiwan Normal University, Taiwan, Gobinda Chowdhury, University of Technology Sydney, Australia Michael Fraser, University of Technology Sydney, Australia Minna Karvonen, The National Digital Library, Ministry of Education, Finland Jens Thorhauge, Danish Agency for Libraries and Media, Denmark Anne Caputo, Special Libraries Association and Dow Jones, USA Vidya Natampally, Microsoft Research India Daniel Chandran, University of Technology Sydney, Australia Alejandro Bia, Universidad Miguel Hernández, Spain Denise Troll Covey, Carnegie Mellon University, USA Sally Jo Cunningham, University of Waikato, New Zealand Valrie Davis, University of Florida Libraries, USA Mario J Gaspar da Silva, UNIVERSITY OF LISBON, Portugal Stefan Gradmann, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Germany Jeff Graveline, University of Alabama at Birmingham, USA Franciska.M.G. de Jong, Universiteit Twente, The Netherlands Elena Maceviciute, Vilnius University, Sweden András Micsik, Hunganian Academy of Sciences, Hungari Arcot (Raja) Rajasekar, University of North Carolina, USA Hideyasu SasakiRitsumeikan Univ., Kyoto, Japan Anna Maria Di Sciullo, Université du Québec à Montréal, Canada Tengku Mohd T Sembok, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia Steffen Staab, University Koblenz-Landau, Germany Ming Zhang, Peking University, China Registration: please visit http://www.teriin.org/events/ICDL |-----------------+-----------------+-----------------+-----------------| |Delegates |Tutorial |Conference |Conference and | | | | |Tutorial | |-----------------+-----------------+-----------------+-----------------| |India/Bhutan/Nepa|Rs 2000 |Rs 6000 |Rs 7500 | |l | | | | |-----------------+-----------------+-----------------+-----------------| |Bangladesh/Sri |US$ 55 |US$ 160 |US$ 175 | |Lanka/Pakistan | | | | |-----------------+-----------------+-----------------+-----------------| |Other countries |US$ 80 |US$ 250 |US$ 300 | |-----------------+-----------------+-----------------+-----------------| For Early–bird registration offer please visit http://www.teriin.org/events/icdl/registration.php Contact: DEBAL C KAR Organizing Secretary ICDL Secretariat TERI, Darbari Seth Block, IHC Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110 003, India Telephone 24682138, 24682100, 41504900 Fax 24682144, 24682145 E-mail icdl(a)teri.res.in Web www.teriin.org/events/icdl India +91 • Delhi (0)11 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Thank you
by library＠rri.res.in 07 Jan '10

07 Jan '10

Dear everyone, I retired from the Raman Research Institute Library on the 31st of December after a long service of 36 years. Over the years the library has changed in so many ways that it is difficult to imagine what it was like when I first joined RRI. I have been keeping in touch with all of you through LIS-FORUM since the time it was started and I would like to thank you all for the many interesting and useful discussions that went on in the forum. Many times we have received help from the members and answers to our queries. Of course I intend to continue to subscribe to the forum as it will help me to keep in touch with the profession. In the meantime, a big THANK YOU to all of you for all the interactions, discussions and help received. Wishing all of you the very best in the new year and in your career! Girija Srinivasan Raman Research Institute Library, C V Raman Avenue, Sadashivanagar, Bangalore 560 080, India. Tel: +91 80 2361 0122 Fax: +91 80 2361 0492 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Good starting point for developing a library website
by Sukhdev Singh 07 Jan '10

07 Jan '10

I feel the following link would be useful for those who are planning to have a website for their library. http://www.webjunction.org/technology/website-development I got it from WebJunction's Newsletter for January 2010 < http://sn.im/tzlip > --Sukhdev Singh < http://twitter.com/esukhdev > -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Digital Object Identifier
by fatima abedi 06 Jan '10

06 Jan '10

Dear Colleagues, Our organisation have registered for DOI from Bowkers. We are in a process alloting DOI numbers to our Institutional publication and to the articles published by our scientist. My doubt is can we assign DOI numbers to the articles which has already given DOI numbers by the publishers. Example: A DOI number is alloted by cropscience journal to the article of our institutional authors.. shall I give our DOI number to that particular article alongwith the publishers assigned DOI ??? Anybody please clarify it. Thanks in advance Regards Fatima Abedi -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Healing Power of books (Bibliotherapy)
by Padmanabha Vyasamoorthy 06 Jan '10

06 Jan '10

The healing power of books Clare Allan A literacy project is being described as the most significant development in mental health practice in the last ten years. On January 8, I am going to Liverpool, north western England, to take part in a conference organised by Get Into Reading, a hugely inspiring outreach literacy programme run by The Reader Organisation, a charity dedicated to bringing about “a reading revolution”. Get Into Reading is the brainchild of Jane Davis, founder and director of the Reader Organisation. As an 18-year-old single mother living on state benefits, Ms. Davis discovered her local library, and never looked back. She believes “books can save lives” — believes it so passionately she has, in less than ten years, created an extraordinary movement, with 150 groups now meeting weekly in hospitals, prisons, refugee centres, children’s homes, libraries, YMCAs, day centres and homes for older people. They are spread throughout the north-west of England and in London, with more springing up around the U.K. and a recent commission to develop the project in Australia. These are not “book groups”, where people come together to discuss a book they have read; they are reading groups, led by trained Get Into Reading project workers, who read the texts aloud, with group members joining in as much or as little as they wish. Interruptions are encouraged and often lead to spontaneous sharing of life experience. Texts include novels, short stories, poems, plays and works of non-fiction. And there is no dumbing down: Shakespeare, Chekhov and Milton have all been devoured, as well as works by contemporary writers such as Mitch Albom and Frank Cottrell Boyce. And while nothing is prescribed, or proscribed, the emphasis is on “great” literature — Tolstoy, say, rather than Agatha Christie. Nothing wrong with Agatha Christie, but the aim is to banish the sense some people have that great literature is not for them, that it belongs to academics in English departments. That is why the term a “reading revolution” is wholly appropriate. The storming of what Doris Lessing has described as “a treasure house of literature” is every bit as significant as the storming of the Winter Palace. Time was I might have thought this an overstatement. We have free public libraries, after all. There is nothing to stop people reading great books. Or is there? As a child of academic parents, it would never have occurred to me that I needed permission to read any book (TV was a different matter), but the mental health system is packed with people who have suffered their whole lives from the failure of others to recognise and respond to them as thinking, feeling, intelligent human beings. Parents, teachers and society in general have repeatedly reinforced the message that the doors to the treasure house are barred to the likes of them. Unfortunately, much mental health treatment does little to challenge it. Thankfully, there are signs this is starting to change. David Fearnley, a forensic psychiatrist at Ashworth high security hospital on Merseyside, Liverpool, runs a Get Into Reading group with patients. Books read include (delightfully) One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. Dr. Fearnley — the Royal College of Psychiatrists’ 2009 Psychiatrist of the Year — is unambiguous about the benefits. “Get Into Reading is one of the most significant developments to have taken place in Mersey Care [health board] and mental health practice in the last 10 years,” he says. Last word, though, should go to a dementia sufferer, who commented on reading poetry: “It moves you. I mean, it hits you inside where it meets you and means something.” It is a line the greatest of literary greats would rightly be proud to come up with. — © Guardian Newspapers Limited, 2010 (Clare Allan is an author and writes on mental health issues) =========== The Hindu 6/1/10 p9 Namaste! Dr P Vyasamoorthy, 30 Gruhalakshmi Colony Secunderabad 500015 Ph 040-27846631 / 9490804278 http://www.google.com/profiles/vyasamoorthy. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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social service in hyderabad
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 06 Jan '10

06 Jan '10

dear professional friends from Hyderabad the Sri Krishna Andhra bhasha Nilayam was established in 1901 and it is one of the oldest library in the city. recently they have constructed new building and naturally the books gor spread into diff almirahs / shelves. they want those books to be arranged in serial as they hav asked for help, i suggested tht the professionals will come for a day or two on saturday or sunday and will help th e oldest library in rearranging the books on shelves. I REQUEST THE PROFESSIONALS TO VOLUNTEER THEMSELVES ON SATURDAY AND/ SUNDAY.. PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHO CAN OFFER SUCH TIME, ONCE WE GET THE NAMES OF PROFESSIONAL VOLUNTEERS, WE WILL FIX THE DATE FOR SUCH SERVICE. LUKING FORWARD FOR UR RESPONSE. WITH BEST WISHES Prof. N.LAXMAN RAO, UGC- EMERITUS PROFESSOR, Dept of Library & Information Science, Osmania University, HYDERABAD- 500 007 (INDIA) President, Association of British Scholars (Hyderabad Chapter) +91-9246547599 (Mobile) e:mail-- naglaxman(a)yahoo.com OR naglaxman(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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CfP International Seminar on "Science & Technology in Ancient Indian Texts" (STAIT), Jan 9-10 at JNU, New Delhi
by Puna Das 06 Jan '10

06 Jan '10

Special Centre for Sanskrit Studies (SCSS), Jawaharlal Nehru University in collaboration with Center for Indic Studies, University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, USA is organising International Seminar on "Science & Technology in Ancient Indian Texts" (STAIT) January 9-10, 2010 Venue: Special Centre for Sanskrit Studies (SCSS)/ Arts & Aesthetics Auditorium, JNU The Special Center for Sanskrit Studies, JNU, in collaboration with the Center for Indic Studies, University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth is organizing a two day seminar on "Science & Technology in Ancient Indian Texts (STAIT)" during January 9-10, 2010. This seminar is an activity under a project running at the Center for Indic Studies, University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth under the directorship of Prof. Bal Ram Singh. This project aims to explore provable scientific and technological concepts in ancient Indian texts. The seminar is proposed to invite experts from India and abroad working on natural sciences in Sanskrit under the following broad categories. This seminar aims at bringing together persons having academic interest in diverse areas of Sanskrit and Science. Though the area of Indic Science is broad, we are trying to focus on the following themes - * Biological & Environmental Sciences * Chemical Sciences & Metallurgy * Physical Sciences & Astronomy * Medical Sciences, Ayurveda, Yoga for healing * Mathematical and linguistic Sciences * Engineering including vaastu, vimaana shaastra, ship building, war, armament * Agricultural sciences & animal husbandry * Other novel sciences (not covered above) Seminar Schedule http://sanskrit.jnu.ac.in/conf/stait/Schedule.htm Online Registration http://sanskrit.jnu.ac.in/conf/stait/registration.jsp ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Anup Kumar Das New Delhi, India http://anupkumardas.blogspot.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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LIS_edu_Vision_2010
by dibyendu pal 04 Jan '10

04 Jan '10

Please be kind enough to note the following announcement of LIS_edu_Vision_2010. National Seminar on Vision of LIS Education for Modern India Organized by the Department of Library and Information Science, Universityof Calcutta 19 - 20 March 2010 at College StreetCampus, Universityof Calcutta, Kolkata- 700 073 Sub Themes of the seminar are: · Structure of present LIS programmes and possible future restructuring o Areas and topics of study in LIS curricula · Employability of present LIS courses and future potentialities · Teaching-learning process in LIS: methods, techniques and technicalities o Relationship of skills requirements for employment and LIS programmes · LIS research o Recent development and growth of LIS knowledge and operational activities o Implication of research findings on library services Important Dates Regarding Submission of Papers 21.01.10 Submission of Extended Abstract 18.02.10 Submission of Final Paper 28.03.10 Acceptance of Final Paper for Publishing and Presenting 05.03.10 Last Date of Payment of Registration Fee Contact E-mail: culisseminar2010(a)gmail.com Dr. Dibyendu Paul Jt. Secretary Seminar Org. Committee Department of Library and Information Science University of Calcutta -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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FW: [IFLA-L] Grants for IFLA Gothenburg August 2010
by Dr. J. K. VIJAYAKUMAR 04 Jan '10

04 Jan '10

From: Sjoerd Koopman [mailto:sjoerd.koopman@ifla.org] Sent: Monday, January 04, 2010 3:50 PM To: IFLA-L Subject: [IFLA-L] Grants for IFLA Gothenburg August 2010 It is our great pleasure to announce that 2010 funds are now available to support a number of colleagues from countries in Asia/Oceania, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean to attend our IFLA World Library and Information Congress in Gothenburg, 10-15 August 2010. Travel grants can be provided thanks to generous donations from a number of different sources: de Gruyter Saur Publishers, for participants from the Pacific Region, the Swedish Library Association, the Swedish library industry and the Stichting IFLA Foundation. For more information and for application procedures, please refer to http://www.ifla.org/en/ifla76/grants-for-gothenburg Sjoerd Koopman Professional Programmes Director IFLA - International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions P.O. Box 95312 2509 CH Den Haag (The Hague) Netherlands +31 70 3140 884 sjoerd.koopman(a)ifla.org www.ifla.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Programme Schedule of BNMIT Library One Day National Workshop - Update
by putta swamy 04 Jan '10

04 Jan '10

Dear Professionals, This has in continuation of announcement made earlier through this forum in connection with One day National Workshop on Design & Organisation of Institutional Repositories Using DSpace (1.5.2) Organised by BNMIT Library & Information Centre on 9th January 2010. In this context, all the delegates are hereby requested to note the porgramme schedule of the workshop as mentioned below. PROGRAMME SCHEDULE 8-00 a.m. - 9-30 a.m. - Registration & Breakfast 9-30 a.m. - 10-50 a.m. - Inaguaral Function 10-50 a.m.- 11.00 a.m - Tea Break 11.00 a.m.- 12-15 p.m. - Technical Session - 1 12.15 p.m.- 1-15 p.m. - Technical Session - 2 1.15 p.m. - 2-00 p.m. - Lunch Break 2-00 p.m. - 4-00 p.m - Hands on Training Session 4-00 p.m. - 4-15 p.m - High Tea 4-15 p.m. - 4-50 p.m - Valedictory With best regards, R.M. Putta Swamy Organising Secretary & Chief Librarian BNM Institute of Technology 12th Main Road, 27th Cross, Banashankari II Stage, Bangalore - 560 070 Phone: 080 - 26711 780/81/82 Extn.45 The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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What Does it Mean to be Literate in the 21st Century?
by Shamprasad Pujar 03 Jan '10

03 Jan '10

Dear Members, Seasons greetings! Interesting video on literacy. This video is an exploration of the definition of literacy: more specifically, of what it means to be a literate person in the 21st Century. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wn0_H-kvxkU Regards, Dr Shamprasad M. Pujar Deputy Librarian Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research Gen Vaidya Marg, Film City Road, Goregaon (East) MUMBAI-400 065, India Phone: 91-22-2841 6547 ; 2840 0919 Ext: 547 E-mail: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in Skype: sham.pujar URL: http://www.igidr.ac.in Blog: http://spujar.wordpress.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Peter Suber's yer-end report on OA developments worldwide.
by Subbiah Arunachalam 03 Jan '10

03 Jan '10

Friends: Please read the year-end report by Peter Suber at <http://www.earlham.edu/~peters/fos/newsletter/01-02-10.htm>. You will see the open access is picking up momentum worldwide, but India is lagging behind. Subbiah Arunachalam -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Conference on "Library Services in Electronic Environment"
by G. K. Sachdeva 02 Jan '10

02 Jan '10

Dear Professional, We are pleased to inform you that JK Business School, Gurgaon is going to organize a one day National Conference on “*Library Services in Electronic Environment* “ on Friday, 19th of March, 2010 at Gurgaon Campus. The main objective of the conference is to promote the library and information science professionals to discharge , exchange and discuss their resourceful and creative views, ideas and their experiences in Library & information services at a common platform. We believe that this conference will be very useful and beneficial to Library Professionals, Information Scientists. Researchers, Academicians, Teachers & Students, Corporate Executives and Publishers. We on behalf of JK Business School, Gurgaon would like to invite you to attend the conference and contribute research papers. * * *Conference Objectives * The conference aims to provide a platform and enable interaction among library experts, researchers, academician and students. Theme : Library Services in Electronic Environment Sub- Themes (on which papers are invited for deliberation):- • Electronic Resources and Libraries • Library Security in Electronic Age • Use and Users of Electronic Resources • Cataloguing and Indexing of Electronic Resources • Collection Development of Electronic Resources • Cost and Benefit of E-Resources to Libraries • Storage and Preservation of E-Resources • LIS Education in Electronic Environment • Library Automation Technologies and Issues • Digitization : Technologies and Culture • Copy Right and IPR • Library Networks and consortia *Organizing Committee * Dr. Tariq Ashraf Librarian South Campus, University of Delhi Delhi Mr. M M L Goyal Chief Librarian ICFAI Business School, Gurgaon Dr. Salek Chand Senior Documentation Officer NIHFW, National Documentation Centre Munirka, New Delhi Dr. Antony Jose Librarian MDI, Gurgaon Mr. Chandrashekhar Vithal Librarian GD Goenka World Institute Sohna Road, Gurgaon *Organizing Secretary * Mr. R K Tiwari Librarian JK Business School, Gurgoan *Organizing Teams * Mr. B M Gaur Mr. Gulshan Kr Sachdeva Mr. G S Sharma Note: Paper may be written on any one or more facets mentioned above or any other related area oriented towards the main theme. Submission of papers: Paper should be typed on MS Word 2000. Full Paper with abstract not exceeding 4000 words should reach the organizing Secretary by 20th of February, 2010 to the following id : ramesh.tiwari(a)jkbschool.org Who should participate? Library Professionals, Information Scientists. Researchers, Academicians, Teachers and Students. Corporate Executives and publishers. Registration Information Registration Fee: Rs. 500/- per Delegate. (The registration fee covers Conference Kit, Conference Proceedings, High Tea & Lunch) Registration Fee is non-refundable. Fee does not include accommodation charges. Registration will be accepted only on receipt of full registration Local cheque / Bank Draft should be drawn in the favor of “JK BUSINESS SCHOOL, GURGAON” The Cheque / Bank Draft along with complete registration form should be sent by registered post. Important Dates Last Date for Submission of Paper : 20th February, 2010 Conference Date : 19th March, 2010 Venue : Auditorium, JK Business School, Gurgaon For further details / registrations, please contact : Mr. R K Tiwari JK Business School Damdama Lake Road, Bhondsi, Gurgaon 122102 Ph : 8010054829, 9312265473, 9971853334, 9015259302 Email : ramesh.tiwari(a)jkbschool.org www.jkbschool.org -- G. K. Sachdeva -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for articles
by Kshema Prakash 01 Jan '10

01 Jan '10

Apologies for x-postings Dear Colleagues, Can some one kindly spare me a copy of the following articles? 1. Elimination of two viruses which interact synergistically from sweet potato by shot tip culture and cryotherapy. Journal of Virological Methods. Vol.154, Issue 1-2. Dec. 2008. Pp. 135-145 2. N.Habili, L.R. Krake, M. Barlass, M.A. Rezaian. 2009. Evaluation of Biological indexing and dsRNA analysis in grapevine virus elimination. Vol.121 (2). Pp. 277-283 3. Ucman Robert, Jana Z el & Maja Ravnikar. 1998. Thermotherapy in virus elimination from garlic: influences on shoot multiplication from meristems and bulb formation in vitro. Vol.73 (4) Pp.193-202 4. J. B. Morris, S. Dunn, D. L. Pinnow, M. S. Hopkins, and R. N. Pittman. 1997. *Meristem Culture for Virus Elimination and Peanut Interspecific Hybrid Preservation. Vol.37* Issue 2. Pp. 591-594. Thanks, regards and *Wish you all a very Happy New Year 2010* * * *Kshema * * * Dr. (Ms.) Kshema Prakash Faculty Librarian - Gr I, Contact Person e-Journals (Library) & Coordinator - Distance Library Services DEI Central Library Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed University) Dayalbagh, Agra 282 0110 Uttar Pradesh, India Mob: +919897190604 http://kshema-distancelibraryservices.blogspot.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Brainstorming session on "Library Subscriptions Management" - today @ 5.30 p.m., SRELS, Bangalore - reminder
by Mailing List Admin 30 Dec '09

30 Dec '09

From: "Byrappa, Ananda (GE, Research)" <ananda.byrappa(a)ge.com> Dear All, You are cordially invited for the brainstorming session on "Library Subscriptions Management". Objective of this programme is to provide a platform to discuss, debate and brainstorm about the Library Subscriptions. Experienced and leading Library subscription managers/librarians/teachers are getting together to share their views, experiences and challenges. Following are the programme details. Event: Brainstorming Session on "Library Subscriptions Management" Panelists: Experts from different LIS segments Date and Time: Wednesday, Dec 30, 2009 @ 5.30 p.m. Venue: KARNATAKA STATE LIBRARY ASSOCIATION # 702, Upstairs, 42nd Cross, III Block, Rajajinagar, Bangalore- 560010 Organisers:Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) in collaboration with Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science (SRELS) Appreciate if you could confirm your participation by email. Best Regards, Ananda Byrappa General Secretary, KALA Ananda.byrappa(a)ge.com

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TAPMI Launches New PGDM (Healthcare Management) course
by Manjunath K 30 Dec '09

30 Dec '09

Dear LIS professionals in healthcare sector (Medical/Dental/Pharma/Nursing/Ayruveda etc) I wish to inform you that T. A Pai Management Institute, Manipal, Karnataka has started PGDM (Healthcare Management), which will commence from June 2010. Graduate in any discipline is eligible for this course, In addition, the course is aiming at healthcare graduates too (includes medical/dental/pharma/nursing/Ayurveda etc). I am posting this information on this forum requesting you to forward this mail internally to your faculty members and students as many of them might be interested in this course. Please forward this mail to your friends and other contacts who are interested in the course. The details of Admissions process to select the 2010-2012 batch of PGDM - Healthcare Management students for Non CAT/GMAT candidates have been uploaded on institute's website http://www.tapmi.edu.in. or http://www.tapmi.edu.in/html/PGDM_hcm.html . Those who have already applied to TAPMI through CAT/GMAT need not to apply separately. The institute will consider their CAT/GMAT Score for GD/interview if they have opted this course. However, they can also write the exclusive entrance exam conducted by TAPMI on Feb 21, 2010 at one of the 24 centers. For details see TAPMI website or send mail to admissions(a)tapmi.edu.in<mailto:admissions@tapmi.edu.in> .For your info: TAPMI is consistently rated as one among top 20 B-Schools in the country. TAPMI has the advantage of Kasturba Medical College, which is known for excellence in medical education. Regards, Manjunath ------------------- Dr. Manjunatha K, Chief Librarian, T.A. PAI Management Institute, PB No. 9, Manipal - 576 104. Udupi Dist., Karnataka, India +91 0820-2701105 (off) / 2575161(Res) manjunath(a)tapmi.edu.in<mailto:manjunath@tapmi.edu.in>; manjunathak(a)gmail.com<mailto:manjunathak@gmail.com> http://www.tapmi.edu.in ------------------- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Literature on Titanium Welding
by Tejasvini.Ranadive＠ril.com 30 Dec '09

30 Dec '09

Required literature on Titanium Welding and 'explosion cladding of titanium on carbon steel'. Pls guide where can I find information (books/journals/articles; etc.) on above topics. Thanks & Regards, Tejasvini Ranadive Librarian Reliance Industries Ltd. Central Library, Patalganga tejasviniranadive(a)gmail.com tejasvini.ranadive(a)ril.com "Confidentiality Warning: This message and any attachments are intended only for the use of the intended recipient(s). are confidential. and may be privileged. If you are not the intended recipient. you are hereby notified that any review. re-transmission. conversion to hard copy. copying. circulation or other use of this message and any attachments is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient. please notify the sender immediately by return email. and delete this message and any attachments from your system. Virus Warning: Although the company has taken reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email. The company cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage arising from the use of this email or attachment." -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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B.S. Kesavan Birth Centenary Year Publication
by Jai Haravu 29 Dec '09

29 Dec '09

Dear Professionals I am happy to announce the publication of a book of contributions titled, /'Remembering B.S. Kesavan: The Man and His Mission'/ to commemorate the birth centenary year of Padma Shri B.S. Kesavan, India's first National Librarian. The book has contributions from eminent library and information professionals such as Prof. K.S. Deshpande, Prof. A. Neelameghan, Mr. A.K. Dasgupta, Prof. B. Guha and others. The contributions portray the history of the National Library and Mr. Kesavan's contributions to its development. How history shaped his efforts and indeed how he shaped the history of librarianship and libraries during his tenure both as National Librarian and later as Director of the erstwhile INSDOC. This alone will make the book interesting and educational as well. Mr. Kesavan's qualities of head and heart and his leadership qualities are also spoken of by the contributors - his former colleagues, students and admirers. The limited edition of this book published by the Kesavan Inst. of Information and Knowledge Management (KIIKM) is available for sale to interested individuals/libraries/librarians at a cost of Rs. 540.00 (inclusive of courier charges). A 10% discount is offered to li braries. Those interested may send me a mail and a cheque payable at par or DD for Rs. 540.00 less discount if applicable made out to Kesavan Inst. of Information and Knowledge Management and sent to me at my Mysore address given below. This cost is to recover at least partly the costs of publishing the book entirely funded by KIIKM. L J Haravu Trustee Kesavan Inst. of Information and Knowledge Management Flat No. 207, Hiland Park; 6th Main, 6th Cross V V Mohalla Mysore 570002 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Need Help
by Mailing List Admin 29 Dec '09

29 Dec '09

Date: Sat, 26 Dec 2009 15:06:12 +0530 From: Tejasvini.Ranadive(a)ril.com Dear all, Can anyone pls help me with Chap. 14 of following title... Handbook of organophosphorus chemistry By Robert Engel Requesting either a soft copy of the same chapter or pls let me know in which library (in/near Mumbai) the above title will be available for reference. Thanks & Regards, Tejasvini Ranadive Librarian Reliance Industries Ltd. Central Library, Patalganga tejasviniranadive(a)gmail.com tejasvini.ranadive(a)ril.com

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Brainstorming session on "Subscription Management" - Bangaloore, 30th Dec @ 5.30 pm
by Francis Jayakanth 29 Dec '09

29 Dec '09

Dear LIS Professionals, You are cordially invited for the brainstorming session on "Library Subscriptions Management". Objective of this programme is to provide a platform to discuss, debate and brainstorm about the Library Subscriptions. Experienced and leading Library subscription managers/librarians/teachers are getting together to share their views, experiences and challenges. Following are the programme details. Event: Brainstorming Session on "Library Subscriptions Management" Panelists: Experts from different LIS segments Date and Time: Wednesday, Dec 30, 2009 @ 5.30 p.m. Venue: KARNATAKA STATE LIBRARY ASSOCIATION # 702, Upstairs, 42nd Cross, III Block, Rajajinagar, Bangalore- 560010 Organisers:Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) in collaboration with Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science (SRELS) Appreciate if you could confirm your participation by email. Very sorry for the short notice. Best Regards, Ananda Byrappa General Secretary, KALA Ananda.byrappa(a)ge.com

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Article requested urgently
by Binod Yadav 28 Dec '09

28 Dec '09

Dear colleague, Plz provide the article of which the details given below- *Author:* Mullick MS, Karim ME, Khannam M. *Title of the article:* Depression in deliberate self harm patients. *Journal title:* Bangladesh Medical Research Council Bulletin. Issue details: 1194 Dec;20(3): 123-8.( Year 1994, Volume 20, Issue no. 3, page no. 123-8.) Wishing you a very happy & prosperous new year 2010! Yours Binod Yadav Senior Librarian B. P. Koirala Institute of Health sciences Dharan, Nepal. Fax: 00977-25-520251 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Workshop on Quality Control Measures in Scientific Research
by kpvijayakumar＠teacher.com 27 Dec '09

27 Dec '09

Sir, Please be kind enough to give the following announcement in the next issue of LIS-FORUM. Workshop on Quality Control Measures in Scientific Research Organized jointly by Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment and Centre for Information Literacy Studies, University of Kerala 15 – 16 January 2010 at Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 034 Objective of the Workshop The Theme of the Workshop is Quality Control Measures in Scientific Research. Its main objective is to familiarize the research community with the developments that have taken place at the global level in the field of research communication so as to enable them to be conversant with international practices adopted to maintain quality in research. Target group The Workshop is primarily aimed at Science administrators, Scientists, Research Guides in S & T, Research Scholars and Information Professionals working in R & D institutions and universities. The number of participants is restricted to 40. Preference will be given to researchers and information professionals working in the research institutions coming under the purview of Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment (KSCSTE). Topics covered The areas intended to be covered are: Changing trends in scientific communication Research tools in the Internet Indicators of research quality Bibliometric indicators Statistical analysis of research data Ensuring quality in research publications. Resource persons The resource persons include well known authorities in the field of Scientometrics led by Prof.. Subbiah Arunachalam, India's and the developing world's great advocate for open access. Travel and accommodation The participants have to make their own arrangements for the travel and accommodation. The organizers will provide course materials, lunch and light refreshments as part of the Workshop. Registration There is no registration fee for the Workshop and admission is on first come first served basis. However, efforts will be made to accommodate participants from maximum number of institutions. Application Applications can be sent in the prescribed format on or before 5 January 2010 to: Dr. Vijayakumar, K. P., Hon. Director, Centre for Information Literacy Studies, Dept. of Library and Information Science University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 034. E-mail: kpvijayakumar(a)teacher.com. Phone: 0471 2308034 Format of the Application Form Workshop on Quality Control Measures in Scientific Research 15 – 16 January 2010 Name Designation Official address E-mail Phone Office Residence Mobile Area of specialization Research experience : (in years) Are you a research guide? : Yes / No Do you have any role in decision-making in the institution? : Yes / No Vijayakumar, K P Reader, Department of Library and Information Science University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram = -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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2nd annual conference of KMLA 2010
by vaini79 26 Dec '09

26 Dec '09

Karnataka Medical Library Association is hosting its 2nd annual conference for Library professionals and doctors joint summit on January 22 & 23, 2010 at Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore in association with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, Bangalore. About KMLA: Karnataka Medical Library Association (KMLA estd. 1993)the only professional body representing all the Librarians of health Science institutions in Karnataka state affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health sciences. KMLA has been actively involved in imparting training and fighting for the welfare of the professional and development professional activity to abreast medical librarians with latest knowledge. THEME: Effective management of ever growing electronic resource and providing easy access, to user is a challenge in digital Librarianship. There are many complications in acquiring and managing e-resources due to various subscription and licensing model. Hybrid library is the opt and viable model for some more years to come, and hence the conference address various aspects such as resource acquisition, consolidations, business terms, license and considering print and e-resources together for viable and affordable model. Also it covers rights management of e-resources, bibliographic management, access management and skill set required for staff. Theme:Electronic Resource Management: Librarians- Doctors Joint meet Venue: Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Banashankari II Stage, Bangalore Date: January 22 & 23, 2010. An invitation letter has sent to all the college principals from Registrar,RGUHS and the Conference Hosting committee. All are requested to participate and make the conference success. Hemavathi B N E C M KMLA -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Walk-in Interview for Research Intern Awards at NISCAIR, New Delhi
by Veeru 25 Dec '09

25 Dec '09

Dear Professional, Walk-in Interview for Research Intern Awards at NISCAIR, New Delhi Posted: 23 Dec 2009 09:12 PM PST Walk-in Interview Date: 11-14 January 2010 Applications are invited for Research Intern Awards from Indian nationals at National Institute of Science Communication and Information Resources (NISCAIR) Stipend: Rs. 11500.00 Tenure: 2 Years Age Limit: 25 years Essential Qualification: 1st Class BSc with MLISc/M.Lib.Sc. or equivalent. More Details: http://www.niscair.res.in/Movingmenu/move.asp?a=topframe.htm&b=content.htm&… -- with regards Virupaksh BH LIM Trainee, National center for Science Information, IISc ,Bangalore-50012 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for articles
by Kshema Prakash 24 Dec '09

24 Dec '09

'Apologies for x-postings' Dear Friends, Can someone please send a copy of the following articles? 1. Koh, M., Jennings, L.S., 2003. Dynamic optimization: inverse analysis for the Yurchenko layout vault in women’s artistic gymnastics<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science?_ob=ArticleURL&_udi=B6T82-48CNK43-2&_u…>. Journal of Biomechanics 36, 1177–1183. 2. Liu, W., Nigg, B.M., 2000. A mechanical model to determine the influence of masses and mass distribution on the impact force during running<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science?_ob=ArticleURL&_udi=B6T82-3Y6HBCC-C&_u…>. Journal of Biomechanics 33, 219–224. 3. Nigg, B.M., Liu, W., 1999. The effect of muscle stiffness and damping on simulated impact force peaks during running<http://www.sciencedirect.com/science?_ob=ArticleURL&_udi=B6T82-40B8BBD-D&_u…>. Journal of Biomechanics 32, 849–856. Thanks and regards, Kshema Dr. (Ms.) Kshema Prakash Faculty Librarian - Gr I, Contact Person e-Journals (Library) & Coordinator - Distance Library Services DEI Central Library Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed University) Dayalbagh, Agra 282 0110 Uttar Pradesh, India Mob: +919897190604 http://kshema-distancelibraryservices.blogspot.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Suvarna Karnataka Portal
by Nagana Goudar 24 Dec '09

24 Dec '09

Dear Professional Colleagues, Congratulations to Department of Public Libraries, Govt. of Karnataka for having launched the Portal on Karnataka in Kannada entitled " Suvarna Karnataka Kannada Antarjala Vahini (Suvarna Karnataka Portal)" on the occasion of Golden Jubilee Celebration of the formation of Karnataka State. This unique Portal gives various kinds of information about Kannada and Karnataka including Education, Health, Agriculture, Entertainment, Kannada Films and songs, Kannada Literature, Fine Arts, Sports, Cooking, Law, etc. One of the main attraction is Children Section with stories and songs. Although there is lot of scope for improvement in terms design, browse and search options and content organization with still more coverage, being sincere attempt of its kind to give one source for everything about and on Kannada and Karnataka, the group responsible is praise worthy for this wonderful work. This Portal was conceived and developed by Mr. RS Venkatraj under the guidance of Mr. P.Y. Rajendrakumar, Director, DPL. Please visit the site at: http://www.karnatakapubliclibrary.gov.in/ Then click Suvarna Karnataka Kannada Antarjala Vahini Your suggestions and comments are most welcome to e-mail address: py_kumar(a)yahoo.co.in Dr. I.R.N. Goudar Dr. I.R.N. Goudar Tel: 91-80-25086081 Sci F & Head, Information Centre for 91-80-25235315 Aerospace Science and Technology Fax: 91-80-25268072 National Aerospace Laboratories E-mail:goudar@css.nal.res.in Airport Road, BANGALORE-560 017 India http://www.icast.org.in/staff/goudar.html --------------------------------- Get the freedom to save as many mails as you wish. Click here to know how. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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An Appeal to all the members of Karnataka State Library Association (KALA)
by Babu Rajendra 24 Dec '09

24 Dec '09

Dear KALA Members, We at Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) would like to request all its members to verify their address on our website http://www.kalaonline.com/?q=node/4. Please write back to me if you have any changes to be made. Please quote your KALA membership receipt number. We appreciate if you could get back to us by Monday 28th December 2009. Warm Regards, Rajendra Babu H Joint Secretary, KALA. rajendra.babu(a)capco.com The information in this email is confidential and is intended solely for the addressee(s). Access to this email by anyone else is unauthorized. If you are not an intended recipient, please notify the sender of this email immediately. You should not copy, use or disseminate the information contained in the email. Any views expressed in this message are those of the individual sender, except where the sender specifically states them to be the views of Capco. http://www.capco.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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“CSIR Diamond Jubilee Research Intern Awards”
by Subhodip Bid 24 Dec '09

24 Dec '09

*“CSIR Diamond Jubilee Research Intern Awards”* Scheme Applications are invited for 5 Research Intern Awards (In Library Science) from Indian nationals, who are creative, have passion and desire to pursue S & T as a career. *Eligibility:* [ from only whose final results have been declared, as on date of interview] First class or equivalent B.Sc. with M.Lib.Sci./ M.L.I.Sc. *Age limit:* 25 years, as on date of interview, it is relaxable up to 5 years in case of SC/ST/ OBC/PH and female candidates. *Stipend:* Rs 11500/- per month consolidated. No other allowances are payable For more details plz see the url http://www.niscair.res.in/Movingmenu/move.asp?a=topframe.htm&b=content.htm&… -- SUBHODIP BID PROJECT ASSISTANT NISCAIR ( CSIR) NEW DELHI - 110067 MOB. NO. - 09555767674 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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New Decade Wishes
by Pandurang Konnur 23 Dec '09

23 Dec '09

*Dear Friends,* *May the start of the new decade* ** *Bring you many new avenues* ** *of Success, Love, Happiness* ** *Good Health, Prosperity and Fame* *Happy New Year to You,** **Family and Friends* -- Dr.P.V.Konnur President, IALA Fulbright Fellow (University of Illinois) University Librarian, Bangalore University Library, Jnanabharati, Bangalore-560056 Phone: 080-22961131, 23215510 Website: http://library.bub.ernet.in/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Channels for scholarly communication
by Gopakumar Velayudhanpillai 23 Dec '09

23 Dec '09

Fatima Abedi has asked the differences between the following types of scholarly publication channels (3rd message in LIS-Forum digest Vol. 81 issue 26). Let me explain them in brief terms. Pre-prints: The results of research are usually published in peer reviewed journals, where the research reports undergo peer review by the experts in the field, before publication. This process is time consuming. Hence other scientists will come to know about the research very late only. To avoid this delay scientists wish to publish their research results before peer review. This will help in the immediate and early feedback from the peer scientists. This will also help the scientists to revise and prepare the article for submission. The task of publishing of pre-prints are usually undertaken by the research institutions themselves.So the research reports which are published before peer review are called pre-prints. Peer reviewed articles: Journals carry research reports. But the reports are not published directly by publishes, rather they were sent for review by the experts in the field for their opinion. These experts are the peer reviewers. Publishers take into consideration the opinion of the peer reviewers before allowing the article/research report to be published in their journal. If the reviewers ask revision the authors are told to revise their articles accordingly. Such articles which had undergone review are called Peer reviewed articles. Published Journal articles: They are nothing but the articles which are published in the journals. Open access journal articles: Open Access is a relatively new concept. The work of creating new knowledge, the peer review process and then the consumption of that knowledge is carried out by the academic and research community consuming large amount of taxpayers’ money. But the huge amounts the academic and research institutions spent for journal subscription is channeled to the publishers just for publishing those articles. More over the cost of journals have increased when the libraries are facing financial crisis due to shrinking budgets. Hence libraries in developing countries are not in a position to subscribe even to those journals which are very essential for them. The irony is that the institutions which produce the knowledge are not able to see what they produce. Hence scientists all over the world have thought of a new method of scholarly communication. This is called Open Access. They thought of publishing their articles in online journals and institutional rep! ositories which allow free access. The Internet has helped a lot to attain this goal. You can see around 4000 free open access journals linked in a website with the URL www.doaj.org I hope the explanation given above would be enough. It is very good that you have asked such a question over this forum. Based on this information find more details and try to learn more. Dr GOPAKUMAR V. Chief Librarian, University College,Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram, PIN 695 034. http://www.gopakumar.synthasite.com/ gopakumar.v(a)rediffmail.com Mobile No: 09447056713 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Help me Regarding Upgradation of my post - Library Assistant to Asst. Librarian
by krishna shiva 23 Dec '09

23 Dec '09

I reqesting that, anyone can inform me about the upgradation of the post like Library Assistant to Asst. Librarian who is incubents/ inservice personnels( any nonUGC post to UGC Post/Scale), as per UGC 2nd Ammendment of CAS i.e. M.Phil is Relaxed from the NET Minimum qualification, working in ICAR / State Agriculture Universities or Any Indian Universities - post under UGC. It will help me lot, which is my upgradation is held up due lack of information/Reference regarding as above. Shiva Krishna S D M.Sc; M.Phil(Zoology), M.L.I.Sc; M.Phil(Lib Sc); PGDLAN. Library Assistant, Agricultural College, Hassan, ( University of Agricultural Sciences- Bangalore) Karnataka-573225 E-mail: shivakrishna2002(a)yahoo.com Mobil # 09448606707 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Journal information
by Kamlesh Goel 23 Dec '09

23 Dec '09

Dear Bhakti Please find the required information from DELNET Databas. Best wishes and Happy New Year k. Goel (Dr. Kamlesh Goel) Deputy Director NASSDOC, ICSSR 35, Ferozshah Road New Delhi - 110001 Phone: 011-23074393-97Extn 177 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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pre-print and peer-reviewed Journal Articles.
by fatima abedi 23 Dec '09

23 Dec '09

Dear LIS Professionals, I would like to know the different between the 1. pre-print and peer-reviewed Journal Articles. 2. published Journal Articles. 3. Open Access Journal Articles. Thanks & Regards Fatima Abedi -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Sub.: Participation to IFLA International Newspaper Conference 2010
by Dr. Ramesh C Gaur 23 Dec '09

23 Dec '09

Dear Sir / Madam, I am pleased to inform you that Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) www.ignca.nic.in in collaboration with IFLA Newspaper Section is organizing IFLA International Newspaper Conference 2010 at IGNCA, New Delhi in India during 26th February to 28th February, 2010 on theme "Digital Preservation and Access to news and views". The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) was established in 1987 as an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Culture, as a centre for research, academic pursuit and dissemination in the field of the arts. The Arts' encompass a wide range of subjects - from archaeology and anthropology to the visual and performing arts, enveloping them in a complementary and non-demarcated vision. IFLA (The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions) is the leading international body representing the interests of library and information services and their users. It is the global voice of the library and information profession. About 300 delegates from all over the world are expected to attend this event. On this occasion an exhibition is also planned. We are also trying to involve the editors and other media persons to share their views at the conference. A very good response has been received to the call for papers to above conference. The publication committee has selected 33 papers including 12 from outside India for presentation at the above conference. 10 papers have been selected for Poster Session. Besides this 15-16 eminent professions both from newspaper industry and library filed as invited speakers / panelists will also be speaking at the conference. More details regarding the conference can be had from; http://www.ignca.nic.in/IFLA2010/ifla2010.htm I invite you to attend the Conference. Please depute your staff responsible for Library and Information Services in your organization. Participation of Media Persons interested in storage, retrieval and preservation of news and views are also welcome. The registration of the conference is Rs. 1000/ only. The registration details are given below: REGISTRATION DETAILS The registration fee covers the conference kit, conference proceedings, lunch and tea Registration Fee: (Inclusive of conference kit, Proceeding, launch and tea). Registration on or before 15th February 2010 Delegates Conference India & Saarc countries Rs.1000 Other countries ? 50 US $ 75 Registration Details: a.. Participants from other countries may pay their participation fee in cash at the registration counter b.. Registration fee is non-refundable. Substitution in nomination is acceptable only up to 15th February 2010. c.. Registration fee does not include accommodation and transportation. d.. Registration will be confirmed only if the form is duly completed and payment received in full. Discount a.. Additional delegate(s) from the same organization qualifies for a 10% discount. b.. Full time student (Ph.D and Masters) and accompanying person qualify for 20% discount. c.. No charges for accompanied person (husband / wife) for participation in conference, cultural events etc. No conference kit will be provided Registration Options: To register for the conference, Download Registration Form in WORD DOCUMENT or PDF) and mail or fax it to: Title (Prof/Dr/Mr/Ms) First name: ........... Last name: ..................... Designation: .................... Department: .................... Organization: .................... Address: .......................... .......................... City........................ Country...................... Postal code: Fax: ....................... Telephone: ..................... Email: ...................... URL: ....................... Dr. Ramesh C Gaur Conference Director IFLA International Newspaper Conference 2010 Indira Gandhi National Center for the Arts 11 Man Singh Road, CNew Delhi-110001, India Ph. 91-11-23385442, Fax: 91-11-23385884, (M): 91-9810487158 URL: www.ignca.gov.in Email: iflaignca(a)gmail.com gaur(a)ignca.nic.in To view or print PDF files, you need to have the free Abode Acrobat Reader Browser Plug-in installed on your computer. Mode of payment: I enclose a demand draft /local cheque for Rs 1000/- OR ? (Euro) 50 in favor of IFLA International Newspaper Conference2010, payable at New Delhi. The Demand Draft along with filled-up registration form in WORD DOCUMENT or PDF should be send to: Dr. Ramesh C Gaur Conference Director IFLA International Newspaper Conference 2010 Indira Gandhi National Center for the Arts 11 Man Singh Road, CNew Delhi-110001, India Ph. 91-11-23385442, Fax: 91-11-23385884, (M): 91-9810487158 URL: www.ignca.gov.in Email: iflaignca(a)gmail.com gaur(a)ignca.nic.in I request you to make this first international newspaper conference in India a grand success. With best regards (Ramesh C Gaur) Conference Director -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Thanks
by sanjay sethi 22 Dec '09

22 Dec '09

Library of DAR&PG has successfully implemented bar code technology using e-granthalay. I appreciate the support received fromSh. Ram Kumar Matoria of NIC. Without his support it was not possible to acomplish this task. Dr. sanjay sethi Librarian , DAR& PG 011-23401477 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Sciences Professionals Required - Mumbai & Bangalore
by savitra sirohi 22 Dec '09

22 Dec '09

All, We are looking to hire 2 library sciences professionals each in Mumbai and Bangalore. Candidates will have: - about 2 years of experience - MLIS or equivalent educational qualifications - strong academic record - strong communication skills - interest in technology and open source software. Successful candidates will participate in pre-sales and implementation activities related to Koha, Dspace, Pazpar2 and other Library related open source software. This is an excellent opportunity for young library professionals to acquire a strong grounding in Library related software and information technology. Those Interested can apply via the "recruitment contact form" on our website: http://www.osslabs.biz. Thank you, Savitra Sirohi Nucsoft OSS labs 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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Journal information
by Bhakti Gole 21 Dec '09

21 Dec '09

Respected All, Kindly let us know if any database includes following journals (excluding EBSCO & ABI/Inform as we have already checked it): The Marketing Review ISSN 1469-347X Journal of Customer Behaviour ISSN 1475-3928 Journal of Marketing & Management Also let us know if any organization is subscribing these journals already? Thanking you in advace With regards Mrs. Bhakti Gole National Insurance Academy Pune -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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TISS IFLA Workshop December 18-19, 2009: Brief Report
by Dr.Satish Kanamadi 21 Dec '09

21 Dec '09

Dear Professional Colleagues, Greetings! Please find below the brief note about the recently concluded TISS IFLA International workshop on Capacity Building in the Knowledge Environment: Workshop to Train Library and Information Professionals in Information Literacy in India (18- 19 Dec 2009), organized at Tata Institute of Social Science, Mumbai, India. Over 152 librarians, Documentation Officers, Information Scientists and teachers from different parts of India and other SAARC countries like Bhutan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka participated in this two day workshop. This workshop was supported by by International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA), Netherlands and co-sponsored by Bombay Science Librarians Association (BOSLA). The chief Guest for the inaugural function was Prof.V.G.Talwar, Vice Chancellor, University of Mysore, Mysore.(Former Librarian at BHEL, Bangalore, Mangalore University and Professor, DLISc, Mysore University). FELICITATION TO PROF. V G TALAWAR Following library associations felicitated Prof.V.G.Talawar on this occasion. BOSLA was represented by Dr.Muttayya Koganuramath, Chairperson, BOSLA IATLIS represented by Prof.Jagtar Singh, President, IATLIS ILA represented by Dr.D.V.Singh, President, ILA IFLA represented by Dr.Pradeepa Wijetunge, Librarian, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka. Another successful LIS professional was also felicitated at this event. Dr.B.S.Kademani, Scientist F, Scientific Information Resources Division, BARC, Anushakti Nagar, MUMBAI was felicitated for being accorded with SIS Fellowship 2009.   Prof.V.G.Talawar, Chief Guest , Presented a Shawl and Flower Bouquet to Dr.Kademani. WORKSHOP SESSIONS ( 18 -19 DEC 2009) DAY ONE : FRIDAY 18 DEC 2009 Design, Development and Delivery of Information Literacy Programmes: An LSE Experience Ms.Rowena Macrae-Gibson, Liaison Librarian, London School of Economics Library, UK Information Literacy Skills and Knowledge Society Dr.Pradeepa Wijetunge, Librarian, University of Colombo, SriLanka Promoting Information Literacy in Academic and Research Libraries By Prof.Jagtar Singh,Professor, Dept of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala DAY TWO : FRIDAY 18 DEC 2009 Role of Library Associations in Promoting Information Literacy By Prof.Diljit Singh, Associate Professor, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Information Literacy for Distance Learners: A Case Study of IGNOU Dr.Sudhir Arora, University Librarian,  Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi  PANEL DISCUSSION:  What should be India’s National Policy towards Information Literacy?                                                                               Prof.C.R.Karisiddappa(Moderater)                                                 Ms.Rowena Macrae-Gibson                                                 Prof.Diljit Singh                                                 Prof.B.Ramesh Babu                                                 Prof.B.D.Kumbar The workshop concluded with an Vote of thanks. Dr.Satish Kanamadi, TISS compered for this two day event. We acknowledge the support received by all the participants, resource persons and email  discussion forums like MLOSC, NMLIS, LIS FORUM , IATLIS, etc. Thanks and regards, Dr.Muttayya Koganuramath University Librarian, Tata Institute of Social Sciences (Deemed University) Sion-Trombay Road, Deonar MUMBAI-400 088 ______________________________________________ Satish T.Kanamadi Asst.Librarian Tata Institute of Social Scientists (Deemed University) Deonar, MUMBAI-400088 Tel:022-25563290-96 Extn.283 Website: www.tiss.edu Emails: satish(a)tiss.edu , kanamadi(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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Advertisement for Library Assistants - NSHM Knowledge Campus, Kolkata
by Nihar Patra 21 Dec '09

21 Dec '09

Dear LIS Professional, The NSHM Knowledge Campus, Kolkata is catering to the information needs of academic and research community in the areas of Management, Media and Communication and Pharmacy. Its Knowledge Center is looking for young, dedicate and committed candidates to fill up the Two Library Assistants for its fully computerized, air-conditioned Knowledge Centers. Knowledge Center is using NewGenLib Library Automation software and Dspace for the Digital Library. The applicants should be Master Degree in Library & Information Science. Candidates having work experience in library of an academic institute and proficiency in the use of computers, library automation as well as digital library software will be preferred. Interested candidates should send their CV along with latest photo through e-mail to nihar.patra(a)nshm.com within 7 days from the publication of the advertisement. With regards, Nihar K Patra Head-Librarian NSHM Knowledge Campus 60 (124) B L Saha Road Kolkata – 700053 West Bengal -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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31.12.2009 is the Last Date for Submission of Abstract/Paper at ETTLIS-2010
by Jatashankar Gupta 21 Dec '09

21 Dec '09

ETTLIS-2010 2nd International Symposium on “Emerging Trends and Technologies in Libraries and Information Services” June 3-5, 2010 Venue Jaypee University of Information Technology, Waknaghat, Solan (Near Shimla) (HP)-173215 India Jointly Organized by Jaypee University of Information Technology, Solan (HP) – India Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Noida (UP) – India Mahatma Gandhi Central Library IIT Roorki (Uttrakhand) – India Central Library, Delhi Technological University, Delhi – India Society for Advancement of Library and Information services (SALIS-Delhi- NCR) Special Library Association (SLA) Asian Chapter We are glad to inform you that 2nd International Symposium on “Emerging Trends and Technologies in Libraries and Information Services” will be organized at ‘Jaypee University of Information Technology, Waknghat, Distt-Solan (Himachal Pradesh) from 3-5 June, 2010 jointly with Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Noida and in association with Mahatma Gandhi Central Library, IIT Roorki, Central Library, Delhi Technological University, Delhi, Society for Advancement of Library and Information Services, DELHI-NCR (SALIS, Delhi-NCR) and Special Library Association, Asian Chapter (SLA). JUIT was established in 2002 in State of Himachal Pradesh under HP State Legislative Act No 14 of 2002 and Jaiprakash Sewa Sansthan, Delhi is dedicated to high quality education to cater the need of the society in the engineering disciplines for B Tech, M Tech, and PhD programs, having conducive academic environment, interaction with industry, renowned academicians and professors, exposure to international educational institutions with lush green campus on the hills of Solan, near Shimla (Himachal Pradesh). The Theme of the International Symposium ‘Emerging Trends and Technologies in Libraries and Information Services’ the second of its series, previously held in JIIT- Noida in December 2008, is now being organized at JUIT campus between 3-5 June, 2010. The theme is quite relevant to the need of current information society where the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has changed the face of traditional library by ever changing interest of the users. The symposium will provide a platform for librarians, information professionals, IT intellectuals to share their ideas in the field of recent activities and applications in Library and Information Services by eminent speakers from International arena and Indian subcontinent in the form of research papers, key note address, poster presentations, and panel discussions. The Themes of the Symposium are: · Global Best Practices in Library and Information Services · Emerging Technologies: Issues and Challenges · Change Management in Libraries and Information Centers · Strategic Partnership and International Collaboration · Open Access and Open Source IMPORTANT DATES Deadline for Abstract Submission : 31 December, 2009 Notifications for Acceptance : 20 January, 2010 Camera Ready Paper Submission : 28 February, 2010 Deadline for Early Registration : 20 April, 2010 Last Date of Registration : 10 May, 2010 Symposium Date : 3-5 June, 2010 We confident that your directive to all concern person and library professionals for attending this symposium will help us to achieve the goal of the symposium For more, please click: http://www.jiit. ac.in/jiit/ ETTLIS/home. html For Any queries related to symposium and paper submission, please contact us at Symposium Secretariat Dr Sanjay Kataria Organsing Secretary (ETTLIS-2010) A-10, Sect – 62, Noida (UP) Ph. +91 120-2590851, (M) +91 9810503341 Email: ettlis2010@gmail. com, skataria.jiitu@ gmail.com Website http://www.jiit. ac.in/jiit/ ETTLIS/home. html Join us on our Social Network at: http://ettlis2010. ning.com Shri Ram Organising Co-Secretary ETTLIS-2010 Jaypee University of Information Technology Waknaghat, Distt-Solan (Himachal Pradesh) – 173 215 INDIA Phone: 01792 239 242, +91 9816046419 Email: shriram.juit@ gmail.com, ettlis2010@gmail. com -- Jatashankar Gupta Learning Resource Centre, Jaypee Institute of Information Technology University, A-10, Sector -62, Noida (UP) India. Voice: 9211328039 Internet: jatashankar.gupta(a)jiit.ac.in http://knowledgenavigatorsworlds.blogspot.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Ph.D. Degree Award
by Mailing List Admin 21 Dec '09

21 Dec '09

Date: Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:41:35 +0530 From: DINESH SIDDAIAH <dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com> Subject: Ph.D. Degree Award Dear Friends, On behalf of LIS Professionals, I congratulate Mr. Mulla Kamalasab Rajesab, Librarian, HKBK College of Engineering, Bangalore, India, for his achievement in completing Ph.D. He has been awarded degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Library and Information Science, from the University of Mysore for his work on �A Study of Effective Use of Integrated Library Softwares in Engineering College Libraries in Karnataka�, under the supervision of Dr. M. Chandrashekara, Reader, Dept. of Studies in Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, Mysore. *Abstract of Thesis* Libraries are the heart of academic institutions. Academic Libraries have and are putting every effort in using computers and IT related advantages to improve library services. Thus their existing heterogeneity in the adoption of technology particularly, library software for automating the activities of libraries was, there for it felt essential to understand, the status of library automation, the software used. Hence the topic of research �A Study of Effective Use of Integrated Library Software in Engineering College Libraries in Karnataka� undertaken by the researcher. Thesis presented in the six chapters, the researcher has given ten recommendations which would be helpful for the engineering libraries to provide better automated services to the user community. The researcher has made comprehensive study, it is deemed true that computer has revolutionized our society and helped us scale greater heights in the evolution cycle. Now, the present study is an attempt for finding out the ways to make use of the available library resources in the best possible manner. No software package can meets all the requirements of a given library system. Inevitably, some compromises will be needed in work flows, input, output and report formats. Customization takes lot of time, by doing that, other problems could arise. Therefore, while choosing the library software it is important to prioritize the requirements and make sure that the chosen software meets most, if not all the high priority requirements. -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com www.nagarjunaknowledgecentre.webs.com www.dineshks.webs.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] LIS-Forum Digest, Vol 81, Issue 20
by Mailing List Admin 21 Dec '09

21 Dec '09

Date: Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:13:55 +0530 From: Purushotham Gowda <mpgowda(a)gmail.com> Subject: Re: LIS-Forum Digest, Vol 81, Issue 20 Dear sir We are organizing the two days national conference in the NITK Central library on 8th and 9th 0f April, 2010 Kindly make arrangement to give wide publicity through LIS form to all LIS professionals NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON KNOWLEDGE, KNOWLEDGE BANKS AND INFORMATION NETWORKING KKBNET 2010 8th and 9th April 2010 Announcement and call for papers DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY KARNATAKA, SURATHKAL (An Institute of National Importance by an Act of Parliament) SRINIVASNAGAR-575 025, MANGALORE KARNATAKA. INDIA www.nitk.ac.in CONFERENCE THEME IMPORTANT DATES Dates of the conference : 8-9 April, 2010 Submission of extended Abstract : 22nd January 2010 Date of acceptance : 15th February 2010 Submission of full Paper : 15 March 2010 Last Date for Registration : 22nd March 2010 REGISTRATION AND ACCOMMODATION The registration fee for the conference will be as follows Foreign delegates : US $ 300 Indian delegates : INR 1000 Industry delegates : INR 2000 Accompanying person Outside India : US $ 200 India : INR 800 Send the duly filled registration form along with Demand Draft (DD) in Favour of ”KKBNET2010” payable at State Bank of India (SBI 2273), Surathkal. Accommodation is available on payment basis in the Institute Guest House and in student’s hostel. In addition to this, the organizers will help delegates in booking the Hotel accommodation near the campus or Mangalore city depending on their requirements. All correspondence to be addressed to Dr.Purushothama Gowda, Librarian, NITK, Surathkal National Insitute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal Srinivasnagar-575 025, Mangalore, Kanrnataka State, India Phone: (0824) 2474062 Fax: (0824) 2474033 Cell: 09449450671 Email: kkbnet2010(a))nitk.ac.in Website: http://KKBNET2010.nitk.ac.in

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Ph.D. Degree Award
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 21 Dec '09

21 Dec '09

Dear Friends, On behalf of LIS Professionals, I congratulate Mr. Mulla Kamalasab Rajesab, Librarian, HKBK College of Engineering, Bangalore, India, for his achievement in completing Ph.D. He has been awarded degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Library and Information Science, from the University of Mysore for his work on “A Study of Effective Use of Integrated Library Softwares in Engineering College Libraries in Karnataka”, under the supervision of Dr. M. Chandrashekara, Reader, Dept. of Studies in Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, Mysore. *Abstract of Thesis* Libraries are the heart of academic institutions. Academic Libraries have and are putting every effort in using computers and IT related advantages to improve library services. Thus their existing heterogeneity in the adoption of technology particularly, library software for automating the activities of libraries was, there for it felt essential to understand, the status of library automation, the software used. Hence the topic of research “A Study of Effective Use of Integrated Library Software in Engineering College Libraries in Karnataka” undertaken by the researcher. Thesis presented in the six chapters, the researcher has given ten recommendations which would be helpful for the engineering libraries to provide better automated services to the user community. The researcher has made comprehensive study, it is deemed true that computer has revolutionized our society and helped us scale greater heights in the evolution cycle. Now, the present study is an attempt for finding out the ways to make use of the available library resources in the best possible manner. No software package can meets all the requirements of a given library system. Inevitably, some compromises will be needed in work flows, input, output and report formats. Customization takes lot of time, by doing that, other problems could arise. Therefore, while choosing the library software it is important to prioritize the requirements and make sure that the chosen software meets most, if not all the high priority requirements. -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com www.nagarjunaknowledgecentre.webs.com www.dineshks.webs.com, -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Librarian Interviews
by Mohan Kulkarni 20 Dec '09

20 Dec '09

Dear Library Professionals, I have applied for the post of Librarian in colleges affiliated to Pune University. First time I will be facing interviews for this post. I will be thankful if anybody can put light on the questions being asked in Interview and how to answer them effectively so that I can confidently face it. Thank you, -- From- Mohan Kulkarni Library Asst., Pune. kulkarnimohan(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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"mtextreader" to read e-books in mobile phones
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 20 Dec '09

20 Dec '09

Dear Friends, "mtextreader" to read e-books in mobile phones In most of the recent mobile models there is a option to read ebooks. If the mobile is of higher end and has the facility to install small softwares, like "mtextreader" - a freely available in internet, one can read text files. This reader has many good options like font size, color, scroll etc.. One can purchase Samsung s5233 touch phone, Spice mobiles series i.e., S-9 to read e-books. Posted by, Praveen K C JRF, DOS in Physics University of Mysore Mysore. -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com www.nagarjunaknowledgecentre.webs.com www.dineshks.webs.com, -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Seminar 2010 at Lingaya Univ. Fbd.
by Champeswar Mishra 19 Dec '09

19 Dec '09

: Sub: Invitation for National Conference on “Advances in Knowledge Management” Dear Sir/Madam, We are glad to bring to your notice that the Dept. of CSE and Library Science Centre at Lingaya’s University is organizing a National Conference on "Advances in Knowledge Management" during 8-9 March 2010 at our University. This National Conference is being organized to give a brief yet comprehensive exposure to teachers, researchers, industrialists and students. Moreover, this National Conference is supposed to build up sufficient background on the recent achievements in Advances in Knowledge Mining and Knowledge Management, so that research studies can be carried out by the participants independently. The resource persons are from eminent organizations like IIT Kanpur, IIT Delhi, Jamia Millia Islamia Delhi, etc. I take the privilege of requesting you to depute as many staff members and students from your Organization to participate in the National Conference and give wide publicity in your Organization by circulating the enclosed brochure. We expect your cooperation in this activity which will definitely help participants to enhance independent thinking in research avenues in these areas. It may be noted that the last date for submission of draft paper is 10 January 2010 and last date for registration is 20 February 2010. An early confirmation of your organization's participation will be highly appreciated. Your active support by way of nomination will go a long way in making this event a grand success. Please feel free to contact us for further details. The details are also available on the LIMAT's and Lingaya’s University website at http://www.limat.org, http://www.lingayasuniversity.edu.in Convener Prof. T. V. Prasad, Head (CSE) Email: cselimat2009(a)gmail.com Co-Convener Dr. R. N. Malviya Librarian, Library Science Centre Email: ncakm2010(a)gmail.com Coordinators Mr. Manoj Kumar Jain (+91-9810770567) Ms. Gauri Sharma Email: ncakm2010(a)gmail.com Important Dates Submission DeadLine 10 January 2010 Notification to Authors Until 31 January 2010 Final Camera-Ready submission Until 15 February 2010 Late registration 20 February 2010 Conference LU 8-9 March 2010 Regards Yours Sincerely, (Dr. T.V.Prasad) Convener (Dr. R. N. Malviya) Co – Convener The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IR+ open source institutional repository software
by Mallikarjun 19 Dec '09

19 Dec '09

Dear All, IR+ is an institutional repository software project developed by University of Rochester. more details please visit http://code.google.com/p/irplus/ live site https://urresearch.rochester.edu/home.action Thanks !~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!! Mallikarjun Dora Professional Assistant Vikram Sarabhai Library Indian Institute of Management, Ahemadabad http://mallikarjundora.wordpress.com/ !~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!! The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- 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 vijay mahesh 19 Dec '09

19 Dec '09

sir i pvijaymaheshkumar(intern)ISB I AM PREPARING FOR UGC NET EXAM DUE TO INSUFFICIENT BOOKS I HAVE I UNABLE TO SUCCEED TWICE SO KINDLY SUGGEST SOME BOOKS FOR PAPER-111 WITH TITLE,PUBLISHER,PLACE THANKING YOU The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Information & Knowledge sharing Corporate environment
by Hemantha Rao KR 19 Dec '09

19 Dec '09

Dear Professionals, Please give me some thoughts on "Information & Knowledge sharing in Corporate environment" How do interorganisations agree upon the sharing of business information and knowledge? How do they make joint decisions on IT investments? How can networks champions promote trust and sharing of knowledge? I hope these are special challenges in sharing knowledge in corporate environment. Regards, Hemanth Rao KR, Knowlege 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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31.12.2009 is the Last Date of Submision of Manuscript for ETTLIS-2010
by Shri Ram 18 Dec '09

18 Dec '09

ETTLIS-2010 2nd International Symposium on “Emerging Trends and Technologies in Libraries and Information Services” June 3-5, 2010 Venue Jaypee University of Information Technology, Waknaghat, Solan (Near Shimla) (HP)-173215 India Jointly Organized by Jaypee University of Information Technology, Solan (HP) – India Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Noida (UP) – India Mahatma Gandhi Central Library IIT Roorki (Uttrakhand) – India Central Library, Delhi Technological University, Delhi – India Society for Advancement of Library and Information services (SALIS-Delhi-NCR) Special Library Association (SLA) Asian Chapter We are glad to inform you that 2nd International Symposium on “Emerging Trends and Technologies in Libraries and Information Services” will be organized at ‘Jaypee University of Information Technology, Waknghat, Distt-Solan (Himachal Pradesh) from 3-5 June, 2010 jointly with Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Noida and in association with Mahatma Gandhi Central Library, IIT Roorki, Central Library, Delhi Technological University, Delhi, Society for Advancement of Library and Information Services, DELHI-NCR (SALIS, Delhi-NCR) and Special Library Association, Asian Chapter (SLA). JUIT was established in 2002 in State of Himachal Pradesh under HP State Legislative Act No 14 of 2002 and Jaiprakash Sewa Sansthan, Delhi is dedicated to high quality education to cater the need of the society in the engineering disciplines for B Tech, M Tech, and PhD programs, having conducive academic environment, interaction with industry, renowned academicians and professors, exposure to international educational institutions with lush green campus on the hills of Solan, near Shimla (Himachal Pradesh). The Theme of the International Symposium ‘Emerging Trends and Technologies in Libraries and Information Services’ the second of its series, previously held in JIIT- Noida in December 2008, is now being organized at JUIT campus between 3-5 June, 2010. The theme is quite relevant to the need of current information society where the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has changed the face of traditional library by ever changing interest of the users. The symposium will provide a platform for librarians, information professionals, IT intellectuals to share their ideas in the field of recent activities and applications in Library and Information Services by eminent speakers from International arena and Indian subcontinent in the form of research papers, key note address, poster presentations, and panel discussions. The Themes of the Symposium are: · Global Best Practices in Library and Information Services · Emerging Technologies: Issues and Challenges · Change Management in Libraries and Information Centers · Strategic Partnership and International Collaboration · Open Access and Open Source IMPORTANT DATES Deadline for Abstract Submission : 31 December, 2009 Notifications for Acceptance : 20 January, 2010 Camera Ready Paper Submission : 28 February, 2010 Deadline for Early Registration : 20 April, 2010 Last Date of Registration : 10 May, 2010 Symposium Date : 3-5 June, 2010 We confident that your directive to all concern person and library professionals for attending this symposium will help us to achieve the goal of the symposium For more, please click: http://www.jiit.ac.in/jiit/ETTLIS/home.html For Any queries related to symposium and paper submission, please contact us at Symposium Secretariat Dr Sanjay Kataria Organsing Secretary (ETTLIS-2010) A-10, Sect – 62, Noida (UP) Ph. +91 120-2590851, (M) +91 9810503341 Email: ettlis2010(a)gmail.com, skataria.jiitu(a)gmail.com Website http://www.jiit.ac.in/jiit/ETTLIS/home.html Join us on our Social Network at: http://ettlis2010.ning.com Shri Ram Organising Co-Secretary ETTLIS-2010 Jaypee University of Information Technology Waknaghat, Distt-Solan (Himachal Pradesh) – 173 215 INDIA Phone: 01792 239 242, +91 9816046419 Email: shriram.juit(a)gmail.com, ettlis2010(a)gmail.com __,_._,___ The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC LIBRARY STANDARDS
by ibrahim patel 18 Dec '09

18 Dec '09

Dear friends,i need UGC COLLEGE LIBRARY NORMS/STANDARDS FOR LIBRARY STAFF.if anyone help me. IBRAHIM ISMAIL PATEL LIBRARIAN NARMADA COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND COMMERCE ZADESWAR- 392 011. BHARUCH. GUJARAT. INDIA. --- On Thu, 17/12/09, lis-forum-request(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in <lis-forum-request(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> wrote: From: lis-forum-request(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in <lis-forum-request(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> Subject: LIS-Forum Digest, Vol 81, Issue 17 To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Date: Thursday, 17 December, 2009, 12:47 PM 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. Fundu E-Book Reader (DINESH SIDDAIAH) 2. Request for Circulation on forum (Drbalabhim Shankarappa Biradar) 3. One-Day Workshop on ?LIS Leadership? - Correction in Timings (DINESH SIDDAIAH) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:12:57 +0530 From: DINESH SIDDAIAH <dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com> To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Subject: [LIS-Forum] Fundu E-Book Reader Message-ID: <62c911520912160242t3a6c45f1ye7af8ee2e798aaa6(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Dear Friends, Fundu E-Book Reader Fundu reader is an e-book reader manufactured using the revolutionary eInk ? giving Electronic Paper, which gives the reader the look and feel of reading from a paper. (This technology makes the screen non-reflective which does not cause strain to the eyes thereby making the reading of Large eBooks comfortable to the readers.) Fundu reader is equipped with a 6" display, a lithium battery and weighs only 180 grams making it portable and easy to carry even when traveling. The users can download and store hundreds of eBooks on its 4 GB Memory. The users can also listen to Audio books or even Music on the inbuilt MP3 player while reading. (The portability effectively solves the problem of reading from the computer/ laptop, allowing the reader to read in the most comfortable position. e-book reader is to eBooks what MP3 Players / Walkman is to music) In addition to all these Fundu reader offers an additional advantage of reading e-books even where internet connection is not available. Authorized Distributor: SWETS, Office No. 6.09, 4th Floor Statesman House Building, B-Wing, Barakhamba Road, New Delhi -110001, T +91 11 3044 6433 Extn: 6721, 6722, 6723; (D): +91 11 3044 6721 - 23 (F) +91 11 30446500, Email: info(a)in.swets.com Manufacturer: Beegees Computers Pvt. Ltd., www.beegeesindia.com Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com www.nagarjunaknowledgecentre.webs.com www.dineshks.webs.com, -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Conference on "Library Services in Electronic Environment"
by G. K. Sachdeva 18 Dec '09

18 Dec '09

Dear Professional, We are pleased to inform you that JK Business School, Gurgaon is going to organize a one day National Conference on “*Library Services in Electronic Environment* “ on Friday, 19th of March, 2010 at Gurgaon Campus. The main objective of the conference is to promote the library and information science professionals to discharge , exchange and discuss their resourceful and creative views, ideas and their experiences in Library & information services at a common platform. We believe that this conference will be very useful and beneficial to Library Professionals, Information Scientists. Researchers, Academicians, Teachers & Students, Corporate Executives and Publishers. We on behalf of JK Business School, Gurgaon would like to invite you to attend the conference and contribute research papers. *Conference Objectives * The conference aims to provide a platform and enable interaction among library experts, researchers, academician and students. Theme : Library Services in Electronic Environment Sub- Themes (on which papers are invited for deliberation):- • Electronic Resources and Libraries • Library Security in Electronic Age • Use and Users of Electronic Resources • Cataloguing and Indexing of Electronic Resources • Collection Development of Electronic Resources • Cost and Benefit of E-Resources to Libraries • Storage and Preservation of E-Resources • LIS Education in Electronic Environment • Library Automation Technologies and Issues • Digitization : Technologies and Culture • Copy Right and IPR • Library Networks and consortia *Organizing Committee * Dr. Tariq Ashraf Librarian South Campus, University of Delhi Delhi Mr. M M L Goyal Chief Librarian ICFAI Business School, Gurgaon Dr. Salek Chand Senior Documentation Officer NIHFW, National Documentation Centre Munirka, New Delhi Dr. Antony Jose Librarian MDI, Gurgaon Mr. Chandrashekhar Vithal Librarian GD Goenka World Institute Sohna Road, Gurgaon *Organizing Secretary * Mr. R K Tiwari Librarian JK Business School, Gurgoan *Organizing Teams * Mr. B M Gaur Mr. Gulshan Kr Sachdeva Mr. G S Sharma Note: Paper may be written on any one or more facets mentioned above or any other related area oriented towards the main theme. Submission of papers: Paper should be typed on MS Word 2000. Full Paper with abstract not exceeding 4000 words should reach the organizing Secretary by 20th of February, 2010 to the following id : ramesh.tiwari(a)jkbschool.org Who should participate? Library Professionals, Information Scientists. Researchers, Academicians, Teachers and Students. Corporate Executives and publishers. Registration Information Registration Fee: Rs. 500/- per Delegate. (The registration fee covers Conference Kit, Conference Proceedings, High Tea & Lunch) Registration Fee is non-refundable. Fee does not include accommodation charges. Registration will be accepted only on receipt of full registration Local cheque / Bank Draft should be drawn in the favor of “JK BUSINESS SCHOOL, GURGAON” The Cheque / Bank Draft along with complete registration form should be sent by registered post. Important Dates Last Date for Submission of Paper : 20th February, 2010 Conference Date : 19th March, 2010 Venue : Auditorium, JK Business School, Gurgaon For further details / registrations, please contact : Mr. R K Tiwari JK Business School Damdama Lake Road, Bhondsi, Gurgaon 122102 Ph : 8010054829, 9312265473, 9971853334, 9015259302 Email : ramesh.tiwari(a)jkbschool.org www.jkbschool.org -- G. K. Sachdeva -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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A librarian letter to Minister of Higher Education -Karnataka
by Vasanth 17 Dec '09

17 Dec '09

Sir/Madam, Sir, Since you have taken the charge of ministry of higher education in Karnataka, higher education department has become so proactive and abuzz with lot of new initiatives. Higher education is become hot topic of our daily discourses in recent time. You have introduced new counseling system for college lecturer transfers. Your Govt. came up with Karnataka State Knowledge Commission. You have come up with new reforms in current examination systems in our universities and colleges. Planning to set up a separate examination board. You are bringing uniformity and standardization in admission procedure of all universities. Sir these all are great. But you have forgotten vital link of higher education-that is libraries. I am writing this letter to draw your attention to some of the basic problems we librarians are facing in our colleges. Point number one: Sir in most of the degree college we have no rooms to set up libraries. We need spacious rooms to develop good libraries. Point number two: We need supportive man power. Both professional and non-professionals. Otherwise it is difficult to have proper system in our libraries. Point number three: In most cases head of the institutions are placing orders for book vendors. Semester books are becoming outdated quickly. Please do something to stop purchasing huge number of semester books. It won’t help for students to improve their learning ability and curiosity. Point number four: Library funds should be given throughout the year. If you give funds at the end of the financial year, it is impossible sometime for accessioning the books and to put into circulation. Point number five: Collegiate Education Department is planning to automate college libraries. Sir Kerala has adopted a policy to use open source software in all govt. organization including educational institutions. Similar thing can be done in our state also. There are good open source softwares which can be easily adopted in college libraries. Yours A college librarian ------------------------- With best wishes Vasantha Raju N GFGC-Periyapatna Mysore Dist. The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Need of JCR impact factor from 1986- 1991
by Vani Hiremath 17 Dec '09

17 Dec '09

Dear professionals, Can any body help me in getting the Journal Impact factors from ISI Web of Science from the year 1986- 1991. -- Regards , Vani C. Hiremath Library Trainee Indian Institute of Astrophysics II block Koramangala Bangalore - 34 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitaion for two days national seminar
by vaishali pande 17 Dec '09

17 Dec '09

Dear Sir/ Madam, Subject:- National seminar on “*Strategic Management for Excellence in Academic and Research Institutions”.* We , at MAEER MITCOE's Centre for Management Studies and Research, Pune are organising the captioned programme on 21st and 22nd January 2010. This programme is sponsered by AICTE. You will appreciate that the seminar is immensely useful for the budding as well as established institutions. We are also inviting papers on the themes attached along with or any relevant topic. The registration charges for the programme are Rs. 500 (All inclusive). Accomodation will be provided to first fifty participants. we will appreciate if you encourage the faculty members to participate in the programme.Please find attached, a file containing required details. Thanking you and with regards, Ms. Vaishali Pande -- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Ms. Vaishali Pande Librarian CMSR, MIT College of Engg. Pune. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "KEEP A GREEN TREE ALIVE IN YOUR HEART AND A SONGBIRD MAY COME TO SING THERE" -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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MicroPatent database
by madhu sudhan 17 Dec '09

17 Dec '09

Dear professionals, MicroPatent is the world’s leading source for online patent and trademark information. Combining advanced technology with the most comprehensive, up-to-date IP information, MicroPatent delivers a complete intellectual property solution—whether it’s online searching, document delivery, patent analysis, file histories, or professional search assistance. For more details http://www.micropat.com/ With Regards Madhusudhan. S Information Management Area [IMA] Indian Institute of Chemical Technology [IICT] Hyderabad-500607 The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Installation of Joomla ,Moodle etc..
by Madaiah krishnamurthy 17 Dec '09

17 Dec '09

Dear All, Please find information on customization of Koha Installation of Joomla, Moodle software. 1. Customization of Koha on Windows XP http://210.212.206.70:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/8 2. Installation of Joomla on windows Vista http://210.212.206.70:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/18 3. Installation of Moodle on Windows Vista Dr.M.Krishnamurthy,M.A.,M.L.I.Sc., PhD. Fulbright Fellow(University of Illinois,USA) Ass Professor, Indian Statistical Institute, Documentation Research and Training Centre 8th Mile Mysore Road Bangalore 560059 Ph: 91-080-28483002/3/5 Fax: 91-080-284482711 _________________________________________________________________ New Windows 7: Find the right PC for you. Learn more. http://windows.microsoft.com/shop -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Conference CONTENT MANAGEMENT IN DIGITAL ERA: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES
by Mahesh brp 17 Dec '09

17 Dec '09

Dear Professionals, Department of Library and Information Science, Kuvempu University, going to be organize two day National Conference on CONTENT MANAGEMENT IN DIGITAL ERA: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES to be held on 12th -13th March 2010. The sub themes of the conference are: " E-Publishing E-resources: New models for content delivery and deployment Trends in scholarly communications: challenges and opportunities to libraries Electronic Resource Management Systems (ERMS) E-Books: latest trends Software for Open Source Journal Publishing Standards and Protocols " Open source software Content management software and semantic web Best practices in content management deployment Open source library management software Software for Blogs, Websites and Subject Portals Case studies " Digital Preservation and Digital Persistence Digital library models Knowledge repositories Managing Indigenous Knowledge resources Digital preservation, Case studies Standards and Protocols PREMIS/OAIS Reference model Wi-Fi and RFID Applications in Libraries " Web 2.0/Library 2.0 Building communities using Web 2.0 Case studies, beyond Web 2.0 RSS feeds and its application in library services Social networks, Blogs, RSS, Wikis, Mashups Moving from Web 2.0 to Enterprise 2.0 Wireless applications using Web services Copyright issues Digital Rights Management Intellectual Property Rights Copyright issues in Digitization Cyber Crimes Original papers focusing on the theme of the conference are invited from the potential authors engaged in the area of content management and related issues. The authors are requested to send their full paper with abstract typed on MS-Word not exceeding 3000 words (not more than 12 pages in A4 size paper) should reach the Organizing Secretary before 31st January 2010. The papers submitted will be reviewed by a panel of experts. Only well written papers will be accepted for presentation. Note: Paper accepted for presentation in the theme of the conference will be included in conference volume only on receiving non-refundable Rs. 500 in advance which will be adjusted with registration fees. Important Dates: Submission of full paper: 31st January 2010 Notification of acceptance of paper with comments : 5th February Submission of full paper after incorporating comments : 15th February 2010 Registration fee: With accommodation : Rs. 1500/ Without accommodation : Rs. 1200/ The registration fee covers conference kit, conference proceedings, meals and tea DD should be drawn in favor of Organizing Secretary, National Conference, payable at SBI, Shankaragatta (Code no 8035) and send it to: Dr. B.S BIRADAR Organizing secreatory, National conference Professor and chairman, DLIS, Kuvempu university e-mail:bsbiradar53@rediffmail.com <e-mail%3Absbiradar53(a)rediffmail.com> ph: 08282-257319 (O), 08182-240083 (R) cell: 09449400725 In this regard we expect cooperation from all the Alumnis to come and participate actively in this mega event and made it a grand success. Please forward the same to all your friends and professionals and send your communication address and mail ID to send the brochures for your further reference. For further enquiry call or contact P. Dharanikumar Lecturer DLIS, Kuvempu university E:mail: dharanikumarp(a)indiatimes.com Dharani_mlis(a)rediffmail.com Cell: 09741501214 Thanking you, -- Mahesh.Y LIM Trainee National Centre of Science Information Indian Institute of Science Bangalore-56 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Installation of Moodle, Joomla Software
by Madaiah krishnamurthy 17 Dec '09

17 Dec '09

Dear All, please find information on customization of Koha, Installation of Joomla and Moodle Software 1. Customization of Koha on Windows Xp http://210.212.206.70:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/7 2. Installation of Joomla on Windows Vista http://210.212.206.70:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/15 3. Installation of Moodle on Windows Vista http://210.212.206.70:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/19 4. Installation of Dspace on Windows XP http://210.212.206.70:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/10 Thanking You, M.Krishnamurthy Dr.M.Krishnamurthy,M.A.,M.L.I.Sc., PhD. Fulbright Fellow(University of Illinois,USA) Ass Professor, Indian Statistical Institute, Documentation Research and Training Centre 8th Mile Mysore Road Bangalore 560059 Ph: 91-080-28483002/3/5 Fax: 91-080-284482711 _________________________________________________________________ Windows 7: Find the right PC for you. Learn more. http://windows.microsoft.com/shop -- 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] Launching of newly developed Web portal
by Dr Mayank Trivedi 17 Dec '09

17 Dec '09

Dear Moderator, Kindly circulate the following information which is very much userful to the professionals. With regards, (Dr Mayank Trivedi) University Librarian Sardar Patel University Vallabh Vidyanagar-388120 Gujarat-India Dear colleague, I am glad to inform you that Hon'ble Vice Chancellor of Sardar Patel University, Dr B G Patel, has inaugurated the web portal of Bhaikaka Library from which you can access no. of E-resources like E-books, E-journals, Encyclopeadias etc. form your desktop. Still we are trying to improve the portal. Please spare some time and have a look on the following link. http://www.library.spuvvn.edu And give us your feedback/suggestions to improve the service. Please help us by indicating other individual and institutional sites with texts for our site and sending your suggestions to improve our work by writing to: spulib(a)yahoo.com All the best, -- Regards, Dr Mayank Trivedi BSc, DCS, MLISc, PhD University Librarian, Bhaikaka Library, Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar-388120 Gujarat-India Phone (O)- +91-2692-226874 Cellular - +91-9426952224 http://www.library.spuvvn.edu > -- 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] Help to find this book
by jaya durga 17 Dec '09

17 Dec '09

Dear All, I would like to thank those who sent valuable information and contacts specially to Ms Geetha Sheshadri, Raman Research Institute Library, Bangolare. But, still I could not able to find the work of WF Kibble. From the mail of Prof. Kibble's son I came to know that the material may be a water colour paintings with a travel guide. But he is not sure whether it was published. It would be great, If any one can give me information something about his work or paintings especially some of his students might know. And also I kindly request some one in Madras Christian College and Indian Institute of Astrophysics could able to help me because kibble had worked in MCC in 1950's and he was interested in astro physics did eclipse observations in kodaikanal. Thanks & Regards R.Durga Librarian Chemplast Sanmar Ltd Chennai On Mon, 14 Dec 2009 19:51:51 +0530 wrote > Dear all, I need the book " Key to the view from Kodaikanal" by WF Kibble. I am not sure whether it is a book or report or paper etc., Kibble was a maths professor in Madras Christian college in 1950 and he did experiments and absorvations in kodaikanal in Astrophysics. I checked in MCC and also in Indian Institute of Astrophysics. Its not available. If any one could help to find out the material. Thanks & Regards R.Durga Librarian Chemplast Sanmar Ltd Chennai. The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. >-- >This message has been scanned for viruses and >dangerous content by MailScanner, and is >believed to be clean. _______________________________________________ LIS-Forum mailing list LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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[lisnet] Self nominations are invited for Editors: International Journal of Library Science
by Ceser Res 17 Dec '09

17 Dec '09

International Journal of Library Science ISSN 0975-7546 www.ceserp.com/cp-jour/ Dear Colleague, Self nominations are invited for the positions of Editor-in-Chief and Editors of the International Journal of Library Science (IJLS) (under volunteer appointment policy). The details about the journal available at: www.ceserp.com/cp-jour/ For submission of your nomination please fill the nomination form (given below) by 30 January 2010 and send it to: cpublib [at] gmail.com Dr. Kaushal K. Srivastava Guest Editor-in-Chief International Journal of Library Science (IJLS) www.ceserp.com/cp-jour/ E-mail: cpublib(a)gmail.com Join the Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/IJLS http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Alibra --------------------------------------------------------- International Journal of Library Science (IJLS) Self Nomination Form for Editor-in-Chief/ Editor A. Name: B. Position: C. University (Company) Name & Address: D. E-Mail: E. Website: -- 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 “LIS Leadership” - Correction in Timings
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 16 Dec '09

16 Dec '09

Dear Friends, One-Day Workshop on “LIS Leadership” LIS Leadership Forum in Association with Seshadripuram College, Bangalore is organizing One-Day Workshop on "LIS Leadership" On 19/12/2009, Saturday, Timings 09:30 AM to 2:00 PM. Workshop Timings is preponed to 9:30 AM. All the participants are requested to note down the correction in Timings. Venue: Auditorium, Seshadripuram College (Main Campus), Seshadripuram, Bangalore. Program Schedule: Registration: 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM Inaugural Function: 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. H. S. Siddamallaiah Principal Library and Information Officer NIMHANS, Bangalore Will be the Guest of Honor and Deliver Keynote Address Sri. Wooday P. Krishna, Honorary General Secretary, Seshadripuram Trust, Bangalore Will preside over the function ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- First Session: 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM Tea Break Second Session 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM Panel Discussion 12:45 PM to 1:30 PM Concluding & Feedback Session 1:30 PM to 1:45 PM Lunch Resource Persons: Prof. D. B. Anand, National College, Bangalore Smt. Laxmi K., AXA Business Solutions. Target Audience: LIS Professionals working in Academic, R& D, Corporate Libraries. For Details Contact: Mr. Raghavendra R. raghupawar(a)gmail.com, Ph: 9448204498 Thanking You http://lisleader.webs.com/<http://lisleader.webs.com/apps/auth/redirect?inviteID=39068526&hash=6889c66…> -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com www.nagarjunaknowledgecentre.webs.com www.dineshks.webs.com, -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for Circulation on forum
by Drbalabhim Shankarappa Biradar 16 Dec '09

16 Dec '09

Dear Professionals, It is our great pleasure to inform you that Kuvempu University ,Department of Library and Information Science is organizing two day National Conference on “Content Management in Digital Era: Opportunities and Challenges” during “ 12-13 March 2010. The present conference provides a forum to working librarians (academic, public and special libraries), teachers, research scholars and students of Library and Information Science. The conference also intends to bring together ICT agencies, ICT experts and the practicing librarians to share their expertise and experiences through interaction, demonstration and exhibitions. Theme and Sub themes Theme: Content Management in Digital Era: Opportunities and Challenges Sub themes: E-Publishing · E-Resources: New Models for Content Delivery and Deployment · Trends in Scholarly Communication: Challenges and Opportunities to Libraries · Electronic Resource Management Systems (ERMS) · Digital Rights Management (DRM) · E-books: Latest Trends · Software for Open Source Journal Publishing · Standards and Protocols Open Source Software · Content Management Software & Semantic Web · Best Practices in Content Management Deployment · Open Source Library Management Software · Software for Blogs, Websites and subject portals · Case Studies Digital Preservation and Digital Persistence · Digital Library Models · Knowledge Repositories · Managing Indigenous Knowledge Resources · Digital Preservation, Case studies · Standards & Protocols · PREMIS / OAIS Reference Model · Wi-Fi and RFID Applications in Libraries Web 2.0/Library 2.0 · Building Communities using Web 2.0 · Case Studies, Beyond Web 2.0 · RSS Feeds and its Application in Library Services · Social Networks, Blogs, RSS, Wikis, Mashups · Moving from Web 2.0 to Enterprise 2.0 · Wireless Applications Using Web Services Copyright Issues · Digital rights management. · Intellectual Property Rights · Copyright Issues in Digitisation · Cyber crimes Submission of Papers: Original papers focusing on the theme of the conference are invited from the potential authors engaged in the area of content management and related issues. The authors are requested to send their full paper with abstract typed on MS-Word not exceeding 3000 words (not more than 12 pages in A4 size paper) should reach the Organizing Secretary before 31st January 2010. The papers submitted will be reviewed by a panel of experts. Only well written papers will be accepted for presentation. Note: Paper accepted for presentation on the theme of the conference will be included in conference volume only on receiving non-refundable Rs. 500 in advance only which will be adjusted with registration fees. Important dates Submission of full paper : 31st January 2010 Notification of acceptance of paper with comments : 5th February 2010 Submission of full paper after incorporating comments : 15th February 2010 Registration fee: With accommodation : Rs. 1500/- Without accommodation : Rs. 1200/- The registration fee covers conference kit, conference proceedings, meals and tea. DD should be drawn in favour of Organizing Secretary, National Conference, payable at SBI, Shankaragatta (Code No. 8035) and send to: Dr. B S Biradar, Organizing Secretary, National Conference; and Professor & Chairman, Dept of Library & Information Science, Kuvempu University, Jnana Sahyadri, Shankaragatta - 577 451, Shimoga, Karnataka, e-mail: bsbiradar53(a)rediffmail.com Ph: 08282-257319 (O) 08182- 240083 (R) Cell: 09449400725 For detais and latest inforamtion you may vist www.freewebs.com/kulisc www.kuvempu.ac.in ------------------------------------------ Dr. B.S.Biradar Professor and Chairman Dept. of Library and Information Science Kuvempu University Jnanasahyadri Shankaraghatta-577 451 Karnataka,India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fundu E-Book Reader
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 16 Dec '09

16 Dec '09

Dear Friends, Fundu E-Book Reader Fundu reader is an e-book reader manufactured using the revolutionary eInk ® giving Electronic Paper, which gives the reader the look and feel of reading from a paper. (This technology makes the screen non-reflective which does not cause strain to the eyes thereby making the reading of Large eBooks comfortable to the readers.) Fundu reader is equipped with a 6" display, a lithium battery and weighs only 180 grams making it portable and easy to carry even when traveling. The users can download and store hundreds of eBooks on its 4 GB Memory. The users can also listen to Audio books or even Music on the inbuilt MP3 player while reading. (The portability effectively solves the problem of reading from the computer/ laptop, allowing the reader to read in the most comfortable position. e-book reader is to eBooks what MP3 Players / Walkman is to music) In addition to all these Fundu reader offers an additional advantage of reading e-books even where internet connection is not available. Authorized Distributor: SWETS, Office No. 6.09, 4th Floor Statesman House Building, B-Wing, Barakhamba Road, New Delhi -110001, T +91 11 3044 6433 Extn: 6721, 6722, 6723; (D): +91 11 3044 6721 - 23 (F) +91 11 30446500, Email: info(a)in.swets.com Manufacturer: Beegees Computers Pvt. Ltd., www.beegeesindia.com Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com www.nagarjunaknowledgecentre.webs.com www.dineshks.webs.com, -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Granthhotsav - 2009
by Ajay Kamble 16 Dec '09

16 Dec '09

Dear all, We cordially invite you for "Granthhotsav" i.e. Book Exhibition cum sale organised by our institution on 23rd and 24th December 2009 at 1st Floor Gymkhana Hall, New Building. The timing of Book Exhibition will be 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. We have also organised two special programmes on this occasion : Date : 23rd December 2009 Programme : "Kavi Jevha Bolato" (When poet speaks...) Poets : Mr. Uttam Bhagat, Mr. Pradip Patil Time : 9.30 am Date : 24th December 2009 Programme : "Chitrapat kasa pahava" (How to critic cinema ? ) Resource Person : Mr. Ashok Rane Time : 9.30 am Thanks and regards... -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 www.mlsc.co.nr www.ajaykamble.co.nr -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Version 77, Scholarly ElectronVersion 77, Scholarly Electronic Publishing Bibliography
by Charles W. Bailey, Jr. 16 Dec '09

16 Dec '09

Version 77 of the Scholarly Electronic Publishing Bibliography is now available from Digital Scholarship. This selective bibliography presents over 3,620 articles, books, and other printed and electronic sources that are useful in understanding scholarly electronic publishing efforts on the Internet. http://www.digital-scholarship.org/sepb/sepb.html The Scholarly Electronic Publishing Bibliography: 2008 Annual Edition is available as a paperback book and as a Kindle e-book. http://digital-scholarship.org/sepb/annual/sepb2008.htm Changes in This Version The bibliography has the following sections (revised sections are marked with an asterisk): Table of Contents Dedication 1 Economic Issues* 2 Electronic Books and Texts 2.1 Case Studies and History* 2.2 General Works* 2.3 Library Issues* 3 Electronic Serials 3.1 Case Studies and History* 3.2 Critiques 3.3 Electronic Distribution of Printed Journals 3.4 General Works* 3.5 Library Issues* 3.6 Research* 4 General Works* 5 Legal Issues 5.1 Intellectual Property Rights* 5.2 License Agreements* 6 Library Issues 6.1 Cataloging, Identifiers, Linking, and Metadata* 6.2 Digital Libraries* 6.3 General Works* 6.4 Information Integrity and Preservation* 7 New Publishing Models* 8 Publisher Issues 8.1 Digital Rights Management and User Authentication* 9 Repositories, E-Prints, and OAI* Appendix A. Related Bibliographies* Appendix B. About the Author* Appendix C. SEPB Use Statistics The following recent Digital Scholarship publications may also be of interest: (1) Electronic Theses and Dissertations Bibliography, Version 4 (7/15/2009) http://digital-scholarship.org/etdb/etdb.htm (2) Google Book Search Bibliography, Version 5 (9/14/2009) http://digital-scholarship.org/gbsb/gbsb.htm (3) Institutional Repository Bibliography, Version 1 (10/19/2009) http://digital-scholarship.org/irb/irb.html -- Best Regards, Charles Charles W. Bailey, Jr. Publisher, Digital Scholarship http://bit.ly/Z6HFx -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Result of UGC NET June 2009 is declared
by Pawan Agrawal 15 Dec '09

15 Dec '09

Dear Forum Members, Results of UGC NET June 2009 is declared. visit UGC website for the result. http://www.ugc.ac.in/inside/netresult/net09J.pdf -- Thanks and Regards Pawan R. Agrawal Librarian Takshshila Centre for Learning Transpek Silox Industries Ltd. Kalali Road- Atladra Vadodara- 390012 Ph. 9376135580 I may not be an explorer Or an adventurer Or a treasure seeker Or a gun fighter But I am proud of what I am I ….. am a LIBRARIAN !!! ..........So be proudy about our profession -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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AALDI Conference
by visakhi bapaiah pulagam 15 Dec '09

15 Dec '09

Dear All This is to bring your kind notice that AALDI Conference in association with ICAR Library, Krishi Bhavan and IASRI Library on theme " Knowledge Management in the Globalized era" which is to be held during 9th -11th Feb. 2010 has been postponed under unavoidable circumstances to 21st to 23rd April 2010. Regretted for Inconvenience caused . At the same time as requested by many of AALDI members , there is lot of time in your hand to prepare the articles for presenting in Conference. Hence you are requested to kindly continue in writing the articles and send latest by 28th Feb. 2010. Thanking You Yours Sincerely Dr ( Mrs) P. Visakhi Organizing Secretary, NCKM General Secretary, AALDI Chief Librarian, ICAR H.Q, Krishi Bhavan, New Delhi , Head, LIS, IASRI, New Delhi CCPI, e-Granth, NAIP, New Delhi e-mail ;visakhi(a)iasri.res.in aaldisecretary09(a)gmail.com Phone : 011-25846135 ( IASRI) 011-23389570 ( ICAR) 0-9868961046 ( M) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Open Archives Initiative
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 15 Dec '09

15 Dec '09

Dear Friends, Open Archives Initiative The Open Archives Initiative develops and promotes interoperability standards that aim to facilitate the efficient dissemination of content. OAI has its roots in the open access and institutional repository movements. Continued support of this work remains a cornerstone of the Open Archives program. Over time, however, the work of OAI has expanded to promote broad access to digital resources for eScholarship, eLearning, and eScience. Current OAI Projects: - Protocol for Metadata Harvesting (OAI-PMH)<http://www.openarchives.org/pmh> - OAI-PMH Version 2 Specification<http://www.openarchives.org/OAI/openarchivesprotocol.html> - OAI-PMH Implementation Guidelines<http://www.openarchives.org/OAI/2.0/guidelines.htm> - OAI-PMH Tools <http://www.openarchives.org/pmh/tools> - Object Reuse and Exchange (OAI-ORE) <http://www.openarchives.org/ore> - OAI-ORE Specifications and User Guides<http://www.openarchives.org/ore/1.0/toc.html> - OAI_ORE Press Release<http://www.openarchives.org/ore/documents/ORE-Announcement.html> - OAI-ORE Production Release Press Release<http://www.openarchives.org/ore/documents/ore-production-press-release.pdf> For more OAI log on to http://www.openarchives.org/ <http://www.openarchives.org/>Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com www.nagarjunaknowledgecentre.webs.com www.dineshks.webs.com, -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation for National Conference on "Library Services in Electronic Environment"
by G. K. Sachdeva 15 Dec '09

15 Dec '09

Dear Professional, We are pleased to inform you that JK Business School, Gurgaon is going to organize a one day National Conference on “*Library Services in Electronic Environment* “ on Friday, 19th of March, 2010 at Gurgaon Campus. The main objective of the conference is to promote the library and information science professionals to discharge , exchange and discuss their resourceful and creative views, ideas and their experiences in Library & information services at a common platform. We believe that this conference will be very useful and beneficial to Library Professionals, Information Scientists. Researchers, Academicians, Teachers & Students, Corporate Executives and Publishers. We on behalf of JK Business School, Gurgaon would like to invite you to attend the conference and contribute research papers. Details of the conference are attached. Gulshan Kr. Sachdeva 09015259302 -- G. K. Sachdeva -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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TISS- SAARC 5 days Open Source Software Program
by sandeep bhavsar 15 Dec '09

15 Dec '09

Respected All Is anyone from LIS-forum group attending TISS- SDC SAARC 5 days open source softwares program, Mumbai ? If Yes, kindly share your experience with all LIS-forum members so that everyone will gain the knowledge of this valuable programme. Thanks and Regards Sandeep Bhavsar Librarian Dr.V.N.Bedekar Institute of Management Studies Thane(W) 400601 MUMBAI. INDIA @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : sandeep.bhavsar(a)gmail.com Mob : 9987049099 elibrary :http://www.vpmthane.org/im/elib/main.htm @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ -- 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 Design & Organisation of Institutional Repositories Using DSpace (Version 1.5.2)
by putta swamy 14 Dec '09

14 Dec '09

Dear Professionals, We are pleased to inform that, the Library & Information Centre, B.N.M. Institute of Technology, Banashankari 2nd Stage, Bangalore – 560 070 is organizing One Day National Workshop on “Design & Organisation of Institutional Repositories Using DSpace (Version 1.5.2)” on 9th January 2010. The Workshop will serve as a brainstorming practical Session and theoretical session as well to develop a road map for the academic Librarians in technical Institutions. The expert speakers will share their intensive practical knowledge and valuable ideas in the workshop. Even though you are already using DSpace Software at your Library and intend to learn more about installation of Fedora 9 and latest version of DSpace tools and its capabilities please send your Registration at the earliest as the numbers of seats are limited. It is our pleasure to have you and your colleagues for this event as delegates. For more information please visit us at www.bnmit.org Participants: The Workshop is open to all Library & Information Science Professionals from Academia, Industry and R&D Centers. Registration Fee: Rs.150/- (Rupees One hundred fifty only) per participant to be paid in the form of DD/Cheque in favour of “BNMIT” payable at Bangalore. The registration fee includes Workshop Kit, Breakfast, lunch, tea-coffee and Workshop DVD. Date: 9th January 2010 (Saturday), Venue: BNMIT Seminar Hall, With best regards, R.M. Putta Swamy Organizing Secretary & Chief Librarian B.N.M. Institute of Technology 27th Cross, 12th Main Road , Banashankari 2nd Stage Bangalore – 560 070 Ph:91-80-26711781/782 Mobile: 09448321528,9341140909. The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- 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 Design & Organisation of Institutional Repositories Using DSpace
by Mailing List Admin 14 Dec '09

14 Dec '09

Date: Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:53:51 +0530 From: BNMIT LIBRARY <bnmit.lib(a)gmail.com> Dear Professionals, We are pleased to inform that, the Library & Information Centre, *B.N.M. Institute of Technology, *Banashankari 2nd Stage, Bangalore � 560 070 is organizing One Day National Workshop on *�Design & Organisation of Institutional Repositories Using DSpace (Version 1.5.2)�* on *9th January 2010*. The Workshop will serve as a brainstorming practical Session and theoretical session as well to develop a road map for the academic Librarians in technical Institutions. The expert speakers will share their intensive practical knowledge and valuable ideas in the workshop. Even though you are already using DSpace Software at your Library and intend to learn more about installation of *Fedora 9* and *latest version of DSpace* tools and its capabilities please send your Registration at the earliest as the numbers of seats are limited. It is our pleasure to have you and your colleagues for this event as delegates. For more information please visit us at www.bnmit.org Participants: The Workshop is open to all Library & Information Science Professionals from Academia, Industry and R&D Centers. Registration Fee: Rs.150/- (Rupees One hundred fifty only) per participant to be paid in the form of DD/Cheque in favour of �BNMIT� payable at Bangalore. The registration fee includes Workshop Kit, Breakfast, lunch, tea/coffee and Workshop DVD. Date: 9th January 2010 (Saturday), Venue: BNMIT Seminar Hall, With best regards, R.M. Putta Swamy Organizing Secretary & Chief Librarian B.N.M. Institute of Technology 27th Cross, 12th Main Road , Banashankari 2nd Stage Bangalore � 560 070 Ph:91-80-26711781/782 Mobile: 09448321528,9341140909.

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Query related to magazines
by divya singh 14 Dec '09

14 Dec '09

Dear All Can u please let me know are there any free magazines avialable for subscription. And how can we get them? Regards Divya Singh Resource Manager YWCA of Delhi -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Help to find this book
by jaya durga 14 Dec '09

14 Dec '09

Dear all, I need the book " Key to the view from Kodaikanal" by WF Kibble. I am not sure whether it is a book or report or paper etc., Kibble was a maths professor in Madras Christian college in 1950 and he did experiments and absorvations in kodaikanal in Astrophysics. I checked in MCC and also in Indian Institute of Astrophysics. Its not available. If any one could help to find out the material. Thanks & Regards R.Durga Librarian Chemplast Sanmar Ltd Chennai. The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Bangalore University library fund is a reality now
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 14 Dec '09

14 Dec '09

Dear Friends, Bangalore University library fund is a reality now The Bangalore University library committee has unanimously recommended to charge Rs 20 per student per year from government colleges, and open a separate account called the University Library Fund. BU will charge Rs 50 per student per year from private affiliated colleges. At a meeting on Saturday under the chairmanship of vice-chancellor N Prabhu Dev, the committee decided to open the account in SBM, Nagarbhavi branch. There, library fee and money collected from UG and PG courses will be deposited. The fund will be used to develop library facilities. The committee will develop collection of study material for under-graduate students in Central College library. It will also provide 24-hour service to teachers and students. It plans to develop Bangalore University Academic Network (Balnet) to share books and journals on an inter-library loan. Other Decisions by the committe are,* *1. Enhance library budget from Rs 70 lakh to Rs 1.5 crore, 2. Digitize rare books, thesis 3. Software to detect percentage of copied material in thesis and related work, 4. Ensure recent and popular books are bought, 5. The library will be open 24 hours. It will issue books at any time Source: http://epaper.timesofindia.com/Daily/skins/TOINEW/navigator.asp?Daily=TOIBG… Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com www.nagarjunaknowledgecentre.webs.com www.dineshks.webs.com, -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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pl help me to update the list on doctoral studies on library Consortium/Network in India
by Manjunath K 14 Dec '09

14 Dec '09

Dear Professional Colleagues, As there is increased interest in forming Consortia/Library networking at national, regional and institutional levels in govt. and private sectors. I thought of collecting data on the topic for clear understanding. For this purpose, I browsed INFLIBNET & VIDYANIDHI websites and back issues University News (since 1984) for research Studies on LIS Research India. I could trace nearly 1000 doctoral dissertations in LIS field awarded by Indian Universities over the period. From the pool, I could trace 44 doctoral dissertations(awarded) as mentioned below. Still, I feel the data may not be comprehensive on the topic. Though it is essential for all universities to submit the data related to doctoral research to AIU (Publish this data through University News as theses of the month) I feel it is not followed by all Indian universities. Uploading data on INFLIBNET is voluntary for researchers. Hence I think there could be more doctoral studies on Consortium. Please see the following list and inform me if your name/thesis (on Consortium or library network) is missing in the list. For missing theses data, please give data on 1) your full name; 2) title of thesis; 3) Guide's name;4)university; 5) year of award and some keywords and your email-id. I will compile the list and again post it for the benefit of our LIS professionals and researchers. Your help in data provision will help our community and I look forward for your full cooperation for providing information on research on consortia. Please provide data if the study is already completed and degree is awarded by the university to avoid any confusion. For the benefit of our colleagues: A research paper on LIS Research 1980-2007 prepared jointly by Prof. Shivalingaiah & me and presented at ALIEP 2009 International conference, Tokyo, Japan is available at http://a-liep.kc.tsukuba.ac.jp/proceedings/Papers/a9.pdf I look forward for your 1. Singh, Kewal Jit(1985): Network Model For Resource Sharing In Indian University, Chandigarh, Punjab University 2. Singh, Jagtar(1986): Rural Public Library Network In Punjab : A Study 1947-1980 3. Murthy, S S(1990): Design Of An Online Bibliographic Information Network For A Multi Unit R & D Organisation, 4. Panda, KRISHNA CHNDRA(1990): MULTITYPE LIBRARY RESOURCE SHARING AND NETWORKS WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN ORISSA 5. Pathan, Abdulmajid Mahboobakhan(1991): Development And The Management Of Health Sciences Library Network For The State Of Karnataka, India 6. Rao, RAMANA V(1991): INFORMATION NETWORK AMONG ONGC LIBRARIES AND INFORMATION CENTRES IN INDIA 7. SAIBABA, BUTHALA(1992): STUDY OF COOPERATION AND NETWORKING AMONG ENGINEERING AND TECHOLOGICAL LIBRARIES IN INDIA 8. Alka, Buragohain(1994): RURAL LIBRARY NETWORK FOR THE STATE OF HARYANA 9. Bose, Kaushik(1994): Information Networks In India: Problems And Prospects. 10. RAINA ROSHAN LAL(1995): ASSESSMENT OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION RESOURCES,FACILITITES AND SERVIES IN MANAGEMENT SCHOOLS OF INDIA TO ASSERT THE FEASIBILITY OF RESOURCE SHARING AND NETWORKING 11. Rawat, P P(1995): Comparative Study Of Library And Information Services In The Field Of Medical Science In India And A Proposal And Design Of Its Networking, Bhubaneswar 12. Harikrishna S Reddy(1997): National Disability Information Network 13. Sujatha, G(1997): Study On Resource Sharing And Networking Of University Libraries In Andhra Pradesh, 14. Bankapur, Vinayak M(1998): Integrated Information Network For Newspaper Libraries In Karnataka 15. Mishra, Sanjaya(1998): Organizational And Attitudinal Factors In The Development Of Local Library Networks In India 16. Singh, Gurudev(1998): RESOURCE SHARING IN SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNICAL LIBRARIES IN INDIA, A STUDY 17. Sulochana S Murthy(1998): An Information Network For Linguistics And Indian Languages: A Proposal Including A Study Of Its Problems And Prospects 18. Rizwan Ahmad (1999): Library Networks And Networking: A Select Annotated Bibliography 19. Sharma, Ramakant(1999): Critical Study Of Public Library Services In Madhya Pradesh : Model Plan For Resource Sharing And Net Working 20. Raju, Kruthiventy Ammi(2000): Rural Development Information Network, RDIN : A Model Integrated Information System For The Development Community. 21. Satpathi, Jatindranath(2000): Design And Network For Resource Sharing Among The Health Science Libraries In West Bengal 22. Gakhar, A P(2002): Proposal For A Model Network Of Arts Libraries And Information Centers In India 23. Mohammad, Mustafa K (2002): Developing Library Network (DELNET) Services In Delhi: A Survey 24. Saha, Anant Lal(2002): Information And Library Network(INFLIBNET): A Case Study Of University Libraries And Information Centeres In Gujarat 25. Singh, Arjun(2003): Assessment Of Resources, Facilities And Services In Libraries Of Forestry Institutions Of India: A Proposal For J Resource Sharing And Networking, Jaipur 26. Gopalakrishna, S(2004): Networking Of National Institute Of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Resource Central In India: A Prototype Design Based On Information Seeking Pattern By The NIFT Faculty 27. John, Kishor(2004): Educating Users In Context Of Computerisation And Networking Of Libraries And Information Centres In India 28. Mathur, Seema(2004): Resources Sharing Among Special Libraries Of Indore 29. Reddy, Gopal G(2004): Networking Of Sanskrit Vidyapeetha Libraries In India: A Prototype Design And Based On Information Needs And Information Seeking Behaviour Of Sanskrit Faculty 30. Bachalapur, Mallappa Mahantappa(2005): Network Of College Libraries Under Visvesvaraya Technological University: A Perspective Plan 31. Louis, Christina(2005): Administration Of Electronic Journals Through Consortia: A Model For Science And Technology Libraries In India 32. Mohammad, Parvez Akhtar (2005): Resource Sharing Among Libraries With Special Reference To E-Journal Consortia: An Annotated Bibliography 33. Nagan Goudar, I R (2005): E-Journals Access And Management: Consortia Models For India 34. Shirur, Shiddayya Shekharayya(2005): Development Of Cost Effective Network Model For Optimum Utilisation Of Resources In Polytechnic Libraries Of Karnataka 35. Srivastava, Jitendra(2005): Regional Engineering College Libraries In India A Proposal For Development Plan And Networking 36. Christina, Doibila(2006): Plan Propasal For The Establishment Of Network Of Libraries In North-East India. 37. Rathinasabapathy G(2006): AGRILIBNET: (Agricultural Libraries Network): A Prototype Web Portal 38. Abdul Azeez T.A.(2007): Development Of A Library Consortium For Engineering Colleges In Kerala 39. Mohammad, Imran Ahmad (2007): Use Of Indest Consortia By M. Tech Students Of Zakir Hussain College Of Engineering & Technology, A.M.U., Aligarh A Study 40. Modi, Bipinchandra Jayantilal(2008): Networking Module For Pharmacy Colleges In Gujarat 41. Pateria, Shailendra(2008): MP Ke Viswavidyaleen Granthayon Mein Soochan Prodhigiki Network Kendr Ke Sandabh Mein 42. Singh, Joteen Rajkumar(2008): The Information And Library Network Programme: A Case Study Of Manipur 43. Vishala B.K.(2008): Use Of UGC INFONET E-Journal Consortium: Its Impact On The Academic Community And The Libraries In Universities Of Karnataka 44. Manjunath, G K(2009): Resource Sharing In The Internet Era: A Conceptual Model For Indian Social Science Libraries Anticipating the earliest receipt of missing information Regards, Manjunath ------------------- Dr. Manjunatha K, Chief Librarian, T.A. PAI Management Institute, PB No. 9, Manipal - 576 104. Udupi Dist., Karnataka, India +91 0820-2701105 (off) / 2575161(Res) manjunath(a)tapmi.edu.in<mailto:manjunath@tapmi.edu.in>; manjunathak(a)gmail.com<mailto:manjunathak@gmail.com> http://www.tapmi.edu.in ------------------- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC Sponsored national conference at St.Agnes Autonomous College , Mangalore , Karnataka
by BK Vishala 13 Dec '09

13 Dec '09

*Welcome Note* 12th December ,2009 Dear Friends, A warm welcome to visit Mangalore!! St.Agnes College Autonomous Library (A college with Potential for Excellence) is organizing a scholarly event during two days UGC Sponsored *National Conference* in Library and Information Science on the Theme-*Empowering Library professionals in Managing Digital Resources and providing Extension Activities* on 18th and 19th of January, 2010, at St.Agnes College, Conference hall. Experts from the field will discuss on the current issues like Institutional Repositories, open access initiatives, developing digital library and Extension or outreach activities of the libraries etc. I invite you all to attend the conference and make your stay memorable in *'Namma Kudla'* (Our Mangalore) Participants are provided an opportunity to present a paper on the above theme. We have received a good number of articles and on demand the date for submitting an article has been extended till 25th of December, 2009. *Last Date for Registration:* January 5th, 2010 *Submission of papers:* December 25th, 2009 *Intimation to the participants:* December 31st, 2009 *Registration Fees*: Rs.500/ *Spot Registration:* Rs.600/ *Accommodation:* Arrangements will be made for the delegates on request with an advance payment of required amount by separate DD.(Room rent – Rs.200 to Rs.1000 per day) Please plan your trip well in advance and enjoy the beauty and rich culture of Mangalore. For more detail about the conference and registration form click on http://agneslibraryconference.yolasite.com Sincerely, *Dr. VISHALA B.K* Convenor Selection Grade Librarian St.Agnes College (Autonomous) Bendore,,Mangalore Dakshina Kannada-575002, Karnataka. Email: bk.vishala(a)gmail.com , agneslibrary(a)gmail.com Website: http://drvishala.synthasite.com Mobile: 09448824505 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Training programme for the Library professionals in Bangalore
by Ajay Kamble 12 Dec '09

12 Dec '09

Dear Professionals, Acharya Institutions Soldevanahalli Hesaraghatta Road, Bangalore has arranged a three days Training programme for the Library professionals.The programme will highlight the latest trends and developments in the library profession.The interested persons can visit our website for registration and other details, website www.acharya.ac.in *Content of the Programme*: - ICT's Programmes and Challenges - Internet Tools, Services and Web Resources - Digital Library and Meta Data - Library Networks and National Consortia - Digitization and Institutional Repository - Open Source Softwares - Soft Skills - Library 2.0 and Web.2.0 - CREDCO Reference Desk and Question Point - Innovative Services and Best Practices - Change Management and Knowledge Management *Registration limit is 20 Participants only first come first basis* Thanking you, Yours, Chimmoji Ramachandra Marathe Librarian Acharya School of Management # 89/90, Soldevanahalli Post, Hesarghatta Road, Bangalore-560 090 Mobile-9886850135 cramachandra(a)acharya.ac.in ---- With regards Ajay M. Kamble Librarian AV Arts, KM Commerce, ESA Science College Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401 202. www.mlsc.co.nr www.ajaykamble.co.nr -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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About article request
by Praveen K C 11 Dec '09

11 Dec '09

Dear Professionals, I would like to bring to the notice for those requesting articles, please send the link of the article required. This saves searching time for article senders. Regards, Praveen K C -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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PLANNER 2010: Paper Submission Date Extended to 30th December 2009
by Mailing List Admin 11 Dec '09

11 Dec '09

Date: Fri, 11 Dec 2009 11:14:09 +0530 From: Rajesh Chandrakar <rajesh(a)inflibnet.ac.in> Dear Professionals Paper submission for PLANNER 2010 has been extended for 30th December 2009. The committee has taken decision of extending the last date for submission of the research paper for the PLANNER 2010 based on the number of request made from the various professionals who wish to participate in the convention for presenting their research papers. The professionals also should note that PLANNER and CALIBER will be held simultaneously every alternate year. Once in a two-years each convention will be held now onwards. The theme of the PLANNER 2010 is "Re-engineering of Library and Information Services in Digital Era". Other theme of the conventions are: 1) Re-engineering Library Acquision 2) Resource Management Re-defined 3) Collaborative Resource Generation and Access Important Dates of the Convention Last date for paper submission: 30th December 2009 Last date for registration: 31st January 2010 Convention date: 18th to 20th February 2010 Papers can be submitted to either planner2010(a)inflibnet.ac.in or online through http://www.inflibnet.ac.in/planner2010/ocs/openconf.php. For more details about the CALL FOR PAPER and Convention, kindly visit the website at http://www.inflibnet.ac.in/planner2010 or contact to the Convener or Organizing Secretary of the Convention on hosamani(a)inflibnet.ac.in or saikiamukesh(a)gmail.com, respectively.

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Atile Request
by Ajay Kum Sharma 11 Dec '09

11 Dec '09

Dear Library Professional One of my faculty member urgently required the below article which is published in a journal from Bangaladesh. It would be highly appreciated if anyone send soft or hard copy of the below mentioned article for his references at an earliest. Article Title: Muhammad Bakhtiyar’s Conquest of Nudiah Sources Journal: Journal of the Verendra Research Museum Vol. 6 (1980-81) PP. 57-72 -- Thanks and regards. Ajay Kumar Sharma Assistant Librarian & In-charge, Journal Section, Central Library, Visva Bharati, Santiniketan - 731235, Bolpur, Birbhum, West Bengal Email: ajaysharma.lib(a)visva-bharati.ac.in Web: http://www.geocities.com/ajaysharma_lib/ *********************************************************** 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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Article request
by Usha S S 11 Dec '09

11 Dec '09

Dear Moderator, Kindly send this mail to lis-forum Dear Sir/Madam One of our faculty wants an article on "India's Unfinished Journey:Transforming growth intodevelopment", Modern Asian Studies Vol 40, No. 3 July 2006 by Amit Bhaduri and Romila Thapar. Kindly send if anybody is having the same Note: It is a shorter version of autjor's Kingsley Martin Lecture at the university of cambridge on November 7, 2005 with regards Usha S S Librarian MPBIM, Associate Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Bangalore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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School libraries to get popular
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 10 Dec '09

10 Dec '09

Dear Friends, School libraries to get popular Your school library may now be stocked up with the latest from the printed world. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) plans to introduce a reading project for upper-primary and secondary classes very soon. This calls for upgrading school library allocating a reasonable sum of the annual budget for buying books, CDs and reference material. Children should be encouraged to visit the library whenever they want and a number of notices put up to encourage children to read books and inform them on books available in the library. Vocabulary-building games can be a part of the collection. * *Teachers can give students books of one genre which can be read by the whole class. The books under this project should not be taught in class but introduced through activities. “It should be left to students to read at their own pace. Teachers may, however, choose to assess a child’s progress in reading the book by asking for verbal or written progress reports, looking at the diary entries of students, engaging in a discussion about the book, giving a short quiz or a worksheet about the book/ short story,” the board said. Source: http://epaper.timesofindia.com/Daily/skins/TOINEW/navigator.asp?Daily=TOIBG… Thanking You, Dinesh -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com www.nagarjunaknowledgecentre.webs.com www.dineshks.webs.com, -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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prof Shivalingaiah is the registrar of Tumkur university
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 10 Dec '09

10 Dec '09

helo freinds we are happy to know tht Prof Shivalingaiah, former, HOD, dept of library and information science, Mangalore university was also former Registrar (Evaluation) and former Dy Registrar of Mangalore University. He took over charge as Registrar of Tumkur University, Karnataka State. on behalf of all professionals, I WISH HIM ALL THE BEST AND SUCCESSFUL IN HIS NEW ASSIGNMENT.. I AM SURE HE WILL RAISE TO THE LEVEL OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR OF ANY UNIVERSITY. WISHING HIM ALL TH E BEST Prof. N.LAXMAN RAO, UGC- EMERITUS PROFESSOR, Dept of Library & Information Science, Osmania University, HYDERABAD- 500 007 (INDIA) President, Association of British Scholars (Hyderabad Chapter) +91-9246547599 (Mobile) e:mail-- naglaxman(a)yahoo.com OR naglaxman(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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SIS Fellowship -2009 Award Conferred on Dr. B. S. Kademani
by Dr. Mallikarjun Angadi 10 Dec '09

10 Dec '09

Dear Professional friends, SIS Fellowship -2009 Award Conferred on Dr. B. S. Kademani Dr. B. S. Kademani , Scientific Officer-F , Scientific Information Resource Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre has been awarded the prestigious ‘SIS Fellowship-2009 Award’ by the Society for Information Science (SIS), in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the Library and Information Science field. This award was presented to him by Dr. Craig W. Stephens, Vice President, Chemical Abstracts Service, Ohio, USA on 9th December 2009 in a glittering ceremony at CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (NCL), Pune. Dr. Kademani is the recipient of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Fellowship in ‘Library and Scientific Documentation’ in 1991 at the Facinformationszentrum (FIZ), Karlsruhe, Germany and Vienna International Centre (VIC), Austria. He is also the recipient of ILA-Kaula Best Librarian Awrd-2008. He was a Standing Committee Member of IFLA’s (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions) Science and Technology Libraries Section from India for the term 2005-2009.He has over 80 research papers published in national and International Journals, edited eight books and many compilations. He is also a referee to many national and international professional journals. His book entitled ‘ scientometric Portrait of Homi Jehangir Bhabha: The Father of Indian Nuclear Research Programme’ was released by Dr. Srikumar Banerjee, Director, Bhabha Atomic Research centre, Mumbai on 30th October,2009 to mark Homi Bhabha Centenary Year Celebrations. This book has been widely appreciated by the scientific Community. Dr. Shivaram, Director, NCL, Pune, Dr. Craig W. Stephens, Dr. Naresh Kumar, President, SIS, Dr. Wadhwa, Secretary, SIS and Dr. R. R. Hirwani were the dignitaries present on the occasion. While receiving the award Dr. Kademani remembered his collaborators, colleagues, friends and family members and dedicated this award to them. Let us congratulate Dr. B. S. Kademani for receiving this prestigious award. DR. MALLIKARJUN ANGADI Information Scientist, USA-IVLP Fellow Sir Dorabji Tata Memorial Library Tata Institute of Social Sciences P.B.No.8313,V. N. Purav Marg, Deonar, Mumbai - 400 088 Ph: 91-22-2552 5284 (off) Fax: 91-22-2552 5050 E-mail: angdi(a)rediffmail.com; mallikarjun(a)tiss.edu URL: www.tiss.edu www.freewebs.com/mallikarjunangadi -- 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 Ullas KG 10 Dec '09

10 Dec '09

Dear All, I would be grateful if any one of you could send me the following article. Optimisation of Plastic Injection Moulding Process with Soft Computing Journal The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology Publisher Springer London ISSN 0268-3768 (Print) 1433-3015 (Online) Issue Volume 21, Number 9 / June, 2003 Category Original Paper DOI 10.1007/s00170-002-1374-3 Pages 656-661 Subject Collection Engineering SpringerLink Date Thursday, February 19, 2004Link -http://www.springerlink.com/content/5n5r414pt78lyw25/ Thanks in advance Ullas K G Librarian Thejus Engineering College Thrissur,Kerala. librarian(a)thejusengg.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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LibraryCloud: Library ideas in One sentence
by faisal sl 10 Dec '09

10 Dec '09

Dear Professionals, LibraryCloud is a blog with an aim to clouding up ideas for Libraries (mostly school libraries). You will get short and crisp library ideas in one sentence on the site. You can also mail library ideas to the site at libidea(a)gmail.com. Visit the site here http://librarycloud.wordpress.com Comments and suggestions are welcomed. Thanks and regards S.L.Faisal Librarian Kendriya Vidyalaya Pattom,Thiruvananthapuram-695 004 Kerala India Ph.09447699724 Official http://librarykvpattom.wordpress.com http://libzine.wordpress.com http://homeworksonline.wordpress.com http://mydearbook.wordpress.com Professional http://librarynext.wordpress.com http://kvlblogs.wordpress.com Social Networks http://kvlibrarians.ning.com/ http://in.groups.yahoo.com/group/isl-link/ Personal http://slfaisal.wordpress.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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CFR -- International Conference on Software Engineering - CONSEG - 09
by Mailing List Admin 09 Dec '09

09 Dec '09

Date: Tue, 08 Dec 2009 17:04:19 +0530 From: Mohan HR <hrmohan(a)gmail.com> Dear All, Pl. find the call for registration to the International Conference on Software Engineering - CONSEG - 09 The pdf version of the brochure can be downloaded from http://www.csi-chennai.org/conseg09/conseg-brochure-regn.pdf Pl. visit CONSEG-09 website at http://www.csi-chennai.org/conseg09/ for programme & other details. Pl. forward this msg to your colleagues in your organisation who may benefit from this conf. With regards HR Mohan Chairman, Div II, CSI 98414 32179

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E-Books & E-Journals
by sudhir dhadekar 09 Dec '09

09 Dec '09

Dear All Please provide information about E-books & E-journals (Vendors List with Contact No.)related to Science Subjects. Please share your experience & give your suggesstions. THANKING YOU Your's Sincerely Sudhir P. Dhadekar LIBRARIAN Basaveshwar Science College, Bagalkot - 587101 KARNATAKA 09341612531 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Correction in date in earlier mail
by Ajay Kamble 09 Dec '09

09 Dec '09

Dear all, [I regret for the mistake in date of workshop in earlier mail] UGC sponsored one day national workshop on "Digitial Library : Initiatives and applications in Indian Context" has been organised on 3rd January, 2010 at Vasantrao Naik State Agriculture Extension Management Training Institute(VANAMATI) , VIP Road, Dharampeth, Nagpur. The workshop is organised by Department of Library and Information Science, Dhanwate National College, Nagpur. Registration Fees : with Accommodation Rs. 600 without Accommodation Rs. 300 for Students Rs. 150 Last date of Registration : 15th December, 2009. Contact Person : Dr. Anil Chikate, Librarian, Dhanawate National College, Congress Nagar, Nagpur - 12. Mobile : 9970361104 Email : achikate@rediffmail .com or dhanwatenationalcol lege@yahoo. com With regards -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 www.mlsc.co.nr www.ajaykamble.co.nr -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article Request
by Obaiah B 09 Dec '09

09 Dec '09

Dear All, I would be grateful if any one of you could send me the following article. Nick Haddad *Insect Species Conservation. T. R. New.* Integrative and Comparative Biology Advance Access published on October 21, 2009 Integr. Comp. Biol. 2009 49: 729-730; doi:10.1093/icb/icp108 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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Vacancy
by Kuntal Bhandare 09 Dec '09

09 Dec '09

Hello All WIZDOMS LIBRARIES AND BOOKSHOP are up coming chain of libraries and bookshop as we expanding we require qualified and experienced librarian to contribute through their skills in this expansion,professional looking for a good change kindly send in your CV to the below mentioned ID's,we are located in Mumbai(Vile parle E ) . Contact Email Id - kuntal(a)wizdoms.org bhandare.kuntal(a)gmail.com -- Kuntal Bhandare WIZDOMS -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Ebook reader
by Dr.D.P Prathap 08 Dec '09

08 Dec '09

dear all please provide information about E-Book Reader (brands, vendors, cost, etc.) if anyone is practically using the same, please share your experience and give your suggestions. thanking you yours sincerely T.Shanmuganathan Technical officer (library) Sugarcane Breeding Institute Coimbatore-7 m: 99944-61172 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Workshop on 'LIS Leadership'
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 08 Dec '09

08 Dec '09

Dear Friends, LIS Leadership Forum in Association with Seshadripuram College, Bangalore is organizing workshop on "LIS Leadership" on 19/12/2009, Saturday. Time: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Venue: Sheshadripuram College Auditorium Seshadripuram, Bangalore - 560 020. There is no Registration fee for the workshop. No. of participants is restricted to 50 only. Interested professionals can register their participation by sending following details to raghupawar(a)gmail.com Name: Name of the Working Institution: Email ID: Contact No: RSVP Raghavendra R raghupawar(a)gmail.com +919448204498 Thanking You, Dr. Dinesh K. S. Member, Workshop Organizing Committee -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com www.nagarjunaknowledgecentre.webs.com www.dineshks.webs.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Support for a Survey - EVALUATION OF ELECTRONIC INFORMATION SOURCES IN BOTANY
by Mahesh N Juttiyavar 08 Dec '09

08 Dec '09

Dear Professional Friends. Myself Mahesh Juttiyavar from Mumbai. I am perusing my thesis in “EVALUATION OF ELECTRONIC INFORMATION SOURCES IN BOTANY” under the guide ship of Dr. B. S. Biradar, Kuvempu University, Jnana Sahyadri, Shankaraghatta - 577 451, Shimoga, Karnataka, India. I am conducting a survey to support my study. The survey is for Botany professionals from India. I solicit your support by forwarding the mail to all Botany professionals from your organisation/universities. __________________________________________________________________________ Dear Botany Professionals, Quality of the web resources is utmost important in today's world. Today everyone is looking for web for information. Here an attempt is being made to understand the web resource usage pattern. The study also includes testing the websites for their quality and bringing out the current scenario of Botany web resources. I am conducting a survey to support my study to analyze the quality of botany web resources. I seek your support through participating in this survey using below URL. This survey is only for the Botany Experts operating out of India. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/LVRG6MW I am conducting this study under the guidence of Dr. B. S. Biradar, Kuvempu University, Jnana Sahyadri,Shankaraghatta - 577 451, Shimoga, Karnataka, India. This Questionnaire will take 25 mins. of your time with decent internet connection. Thanks a lot for your support. For any queries and suggestions, pls. write back to my email id jutti_mahesh(a)yahoo.com or muggymady(a)gmail.com With Warm Regards Mahesh N Juttiyavar ________________________________________________________________________ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NCSI-Net Invitation for Lecture
by shivaram gowda 08 Dec '09

08 Dec '09

Dear Members NCSI-Net cordially invites you for the lecture on ‘New Career Opportunities for LIS Professionals: Introduction to Searching and Intellectual Property Domain’. Kindly confirm your participation to NCSI-Net Coordinators Details of the talk: Title: “New Career Opportunities for LIS Professionals: Introduction to Searching and Intellectual Property Domain” Speaker: Anand TB, Manager, GE Research, Bangalore . Venue: NCSI Seminar Hall Date & Time: 12/12/2009, 1030 AM With Regards NCSI-Net Coordinators Shivaram BS MTRDC, DRDO BE Complex, Jalahalli Bangaluru-560013 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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One day National Workshop at Nagpur
by Ajay Kamble 08 Dec '09

08 Dec '09

Dear all, UGC sponsored one day national workshop on "Digitial Library : Initiatives and applications in Indian Context" has been organised on 3rd January, 2009 at Vasantrao Naik State Agriculture Extension Management Training Institute(VANAMATI), VIP Road, Dharampeth, Nagpur. The workshop is organised by Department of Library and Information Science, Dhanwate National College, Nagpur. Registration Fees : with Accomodation Rs. 600 without Accomodation Rs. 300 for Students Rs. 150 Last date of Registration : 15th December, 2009. Contact Person : Dr. Anil Chikate, Librarian, Dhanawate National College, Congress Nagar, Nagpur - 12. Mobile : 9970361104 Email : achikate(a)rediffmail.com or dhanwatenationalcollege(a)yahoo.com With regards -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 www.mlsc.co.nr www.ajaykamble.co.nr -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article Request
by Shailesh Lohiya 08 Dec '09

08 Dec '09

Dear Moderator Please publish article request:- Dear professional Please do me favour to send the fulltect artcile as it is required urgently. Details are given below:- Title: Liability without responsibility: a problem of Justice Journal: Cochin University Law Review 1992 Regards -- Shailesh K. Lohiya Librarian (NUIL) NIRMA University SG Road,Ahmedabad Mob. 09601851608 -- 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 Shailesh Lohiya 08 Dec '09

08 Dec '09

Dear Moderator Please publish article request:- Dear professional Please do me favour to send the fulltect artcile as it is required urgently. Details are given below:- Title: Declaration of Independence : Arendt & Derrida on the problem of founding a republic Author: Journal: American Political Science Review, MARCH, 1991 -- Shailesh K. Lohiya Librarian (NUIL) NIRMA University SG Road,Ahmedabad Mob. 09601851608 -- 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 lata＠iihmr.org 08 Dec '09

08 Dec '09

Glacier Dear friends Can anybody help me out to get the article given below: (it is a sage publication) Health information systems in developing countries: benefits, problems, and prospects Azubuike and Ehiri The Journal of the Royal Society for the Promotion of Health.1999; 119: 180-184 Best regards, LATA SURESH Manager, Library and Documentation Centre Institute of Health Management Research 1, Prabhu Dayal Marg, Sanganer Airport Jaipur - 302011 Rajasthan INDIA Phone: +91-141-3924700-730 ext. 727 Fax : +91-141-2792138, 3924738 URL : http://www.iihmr.org ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ **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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Seminar Circular
by DRTC - General 08 Dec '09

08 Dec '09

INDIAN STATISTICAL INSTITUTE Documentation Research and Training Centre 8th Mile, Mysore Road Bangalore 560059 Seminar Metadata for Interoperable Information Systems Abstract: The growth of information has reached a situation where we have overwhelmingly different sources and types of information, different formats, data structures and description standards. One of the key challenges of information management today is the need to retrieve and interrelate relevant information from a huge disparate collection of information. The concept of metadata has been emerged as solution to this problem. But with advances in technology and metadata applications, there emerged a number of metadata schema as per the type, domains and purpose of use of information. The main aim of metadata standards was stated to standardize descriptions so as to maintain consistency in information representation between different systems. But today there are a plethora of different metadata standards for distinct communities, such as library, information and records management fields, domains, services etc. The increased number of metadata standards has led to the concepts like metadata crosswalking, ontologies of metadata etc. In this scenario it becomes necessary to examine the relevance of metadata standards and also common representation formats necessary to identify and process data between different systems. The seminar aims to present the relevance of metadata in the present information overwhelming environment and certain issues that arise. Presenter : Anila, Junior Research Fellow Venue : DRTC Classroom Date : 10 Dec 2009 Time : 2:15 pm All are cordially invited. I.K. Ravichandra Rao Professor and Head, DRTC -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy of Guest Lecturer in the Dept. of LIS, Kannur University
by manoj kumar 07 Dec '09

07 Dec '09

Dear LIS professionals Walk in Interview for the post of *Guest Lecturer* in the Dept. of Library and Information Science, Kannur University, Thalassery Campus. Date of Interview: December 11 , 2009 Time 10 am Venue: Academic Section, Mangattuparamba Campus, Kannur University Qualification MLISc( 55%) Desirable Qualification UGC-NET/ Ph.D. Weightage will be given to those candidates having experience in Teaching Library Science Remuneration 12000/month (For UGC- NET/ Ph.D. holders) 9000/month (For MLISc. Graduates) Application fee : Rs.200 (Pay in the form of chalan at University Counter) Candidates are requested to bring all original marks sheets, certificates,experience certificates, certificates proving age, caste along with one set of photocopy at the time of interview. manojkumar manukhd(a)gmail.com 09895266543 -- 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 Library and Information Science
by Dr. K M Haneefa 07 Dec '09

07 Dec '09

Dear All, The UGC-Academic Staff College, University of Calicut is conducting a three week Practical Oriented Refresher Course in Library and Information Science from 5th to 25th January 2010. The course aims at imparting practical oriented knowledge to the participants in the application of information and communication technologies in library operations and services with sufficient laboratory sessions. The course contents will include Linux, DSpace, Greenstone, E-prints, Koha, NewGenLib, SPSS, Web Designing, Networking, Moodle, Joomla, Web 2.0, etc. Applications, duly approved by the Principal/Head of the College/Department concerned, are invited on the prescribed form from eligible and interested candidates. TA and DA will be given to the participants as per UGC rules. Every participant would be required to pay an admission fee (non-refundable) of Rs. 500/- at the time of confirming his/her participation in the Course. As our Academic Staff College is not a residential training centre, the participants can contact the Manager, Calicut University Guest House for their accommodation (Phone 0494-2400258). For any further queries, interested applicants may contact Phone No. 0494-2400352 Mobile No. 09447069257 regards Dr. Mohamed Haneefa K Lecturer Dept. of Library & Information Science University of Calicut, Kerala, India Phone (Office) :+91-494-2401144* 286 Mobile No. 09895622811 E-mail ID: hanee4u(a)gmail.com Dept. Blog:http://cudlisc.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Seminar Circular
by DRTC - General 07 Dec '09

07 Dec '09

INDIAN STATISTICAL INSTITUTE Documentation Research and Training Centre 8th Mile, Mysore Road Bangalore 560059 Seminar on Information retrieval in forensic image database Abstract: The term forensic science actually means: pertaining to or used in court of laws. Forensic science is typically referred to as forensics and is the practical application of numerous sciences to solve legal system related questions. Forensic science extends into a broad range of sub sciences which utilize natural sciences to obtain criminal and legal evidence. Images of various kinds constitute an important component of information support systems in the area of forensic sciences. This seminar will focus on retrieval, reconstruction and interpretation of digital media. We will also examine indexing methods and the similarity measures (statistical and morphological), relevant to visual retrieval system. We will also be focusing on the types of databases and different software which are being used in forensic labs. Student presenter : Tarun Kumar Venue : DRTC Classroom Date : 9 Dec 2009 Time : 2:15 pm All are cordially invited. K.S.Raghavan 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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Request for research article
by sbmjce library 06 Dec '09

06 Dec '09

Dear Professionals, Kindly provide me following research article at the earliest. Title: Dynamic Analysis of arotating canilever beam by using the finite element method Author : Chung,J & Yoo,H.H. Source: Journal of Sound & Vibration Vol.249, No.1, 3rd 2002, p 147-164 Thanking you. yours sincerely H>nManjunath Librarian S B M Jain College of Engineering Jakkasandra Post Kanakapura Taluk Ramanagaram District PIN-562112 New Email addresses available on Yahoo! Get the Email name you've always wanted on the new @ymail and @rocketmail. Hurry before someone else does! http://mail.promotions.yahoo.com/newdomains/aa/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ABCD - official launching of ABCD
by Sainul Abideen P, IIITMK 05 Dec '09

05 Dec '09

--sorry for cross posting-- Please find enclosed the report of the official launching of ABCD, free and Open Source Integrated Library Automation Software. Sainul ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Ernesto Spinak <spinaker(a)adinet.com.uy> Date: Fri, Dec 4, 2009 at 9:59 PM Subject: ABCD - official launching of ABCD To: CDS-ISIS(a)nic.surfnet.nl Dear Colleagues *BIREME presents the ABCD software officially.* More then 160 participants from at least 6 countries attended - in a hall which was too small, so giving proof of high interest again in this exciting new software based on the ISIS-technology – the official presentation on 3rdof December 2009. Mr. Abel Packer, BIREME's director, introduced the audience to BIREME's long-standing commitment to the ISIS database technology for semi-structured data, which it not only adopted from UNESCO but also started developing up to higher levels in order to cope with the high volumes and expectations of its own applications (ScIELO and the Virtual Health Library model). Prof. Egbert de Smet, the project-leader of a VLIR/UOS (Flemish Interuniversity Council) project 'Development Of and Capacity Building in ISIS-Based Library Automation Systems' which co-sponsored the ABCd development, co-supervisor of the development team and also representing the 'International Co-ordination Committee on ISIS', emphasized the special relevance of ISIS for libraries in the South with its librarian- and self-support oriented approach., combining special technological options with a specific social profile as a software. He also listed some of the remaining challenges, e.g. the need to reconcile the high-technology involved with the low technical profile of many expected users and the need to continue development within hopefully one integrated ISIS-family along with other interested parties. Mr. Ernesto Spinak – who lead the BIREME development team – and mrs. Guilda Ascencio, two other key players in the large international group of ABCD-contributors (over 60 members of 19 countries), presented the ABCD suite with its powerful modules for database administration & cataloging, Serials Control, Site&OPAC and Advanced Loans. Mr. Renato Murasaki of BIREME's IT-team presented the newly developed ISIS-technology named 'Network Based Platform', in which the old ISIS-ideas are combined with state-of-the-art software concepts, ensuring ISIS will technologically survive another generation of softwares and expand into the full-text document databases era. At the end of the event some participants in the audience praised the efforts and results of the team and pointed to the need to keep convincing the world that even if the chosen technological options are not popular (in current computer science and commercial practice), still quite remarkable results can be achieved and deserve continued support. The ISIS community, lead by BIREME, finally has its full-blown integrated system for automation of libraries and documentation centers with some unique features (e.g. the capability to design and adapt to any data structure without giving up on advanced functionality, opening doors to integrated management of museum/archive catalogs as well as virtual libraries) on top of joining some highly respected and successful Free and Open Source Software competitors for the information professionals, while building on the vast experience of the existing ISIS-community. There is reason to be proud of it indeed ! The ABCD main website, from where the version 1.0 can be downloaded : http://bvsmodelo.bvsalud.org/php/level.php?lang=en&component=27&item=13 ------------------------------ Sincerely Egbert de Smet, posted by Ernesto Spinak -- Sainul Abideen P, (BSc,ADIS,PGDCA, VLIR Scholar Belgium) Indian Institute of Information Technology & Management-Kerala [IIITM-K] NILA, Technopark, Karyavattom PO Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Ph 0471-2700777,2527567,2700965 exn 111 Mobile -9496252786 www.iiitmk.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Walk-in Interview at INFLIBNET
by Veeru 05 Dec '09

05 Dec '09

Dear Professionals, Walk-in Interview for the post of Project Officer, Project Associate and Project Assistant (Library Science at INFLIBNET Centre for Contractual Posts Posted: 04 Dec 2009 03:50 AM PST Date of Walk-in Interview: 18th December 2009 INFLIBNET Centre invites applications from Indian nationals for the following purely temporary positions on contractual appointment basis. Project Officer(Library Science) No of posts: 3 Stipend: Rs.18,000/- Educational Qualification: MLISc/MLib with 2 year exp. and BLISc/BLib with 4 years exp. In the reputed institutes. Project Associate (Library Science) No of posts: 1 Stipend: Rs.12,500/- Educational Qualification: MLISc with knowledge of computer and 6 months exp. desirable Project Assistant (Library Science) No of posts: 2 Stipend: Rs.8,500/- Educational Qualification: MLISc. OR BLISc with 2 years exp. and computer knowledge desirable Time: Friday, the 18 th December 2009between 9.30 and 11.00 AM along with the applications neatly typed on plain paper strictly in the prescribed proforma (available on our website www.inflibnet.ac.in) with a recent passport size photograph and attested copies of certificates/testimonials. More Details and Apllication forms: http://www.inflibnet.ac.in/ -- with regards Virupaksh BH LIM Trainee, NCSI/ JRD Tata Memorial Library IISc ,Bangalore-50012 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ISiM - Development Dialogue (2)- by Dr. Arnold Groh, 8th December, 2009
by Roopa 05 Dec '09

05 Dec '09

International School of Information Management, University of Mysore & Centre for Advanced Research on Indigenous Knowledge Systems, Mysore Development Dialogue (2) Talk on Globalisation, Indigenous Knowledge and Semiotics By Dr. Arnold Groh Research Center for Semiotics, Technische Universität Berlin. Date and Time: December 8, 2009 : 11:00 A.M. Venue: ISiM Lecture Hall - 1 You are cordially invited Prof. Shalini R. Urs Dr. Jan Brouwer Executive Director, Member Secretary, ISiM, Mysore. CARIKS, Mysore. For more details log on http://www.isim.ac.in/speciallecture/Development%20Dialogue.htm Speakers Bio: Dr. Arnold Groh received his M.A. (Literature), M.A. (Linguistics) & Doctorate of Psychology from University of Bielefeld, Germany and brings a total experience of about 22 years in academics. He is the head of research unit Structural Analysis of Cultural Systems, Technical University of Berlin; Lecturer at Humboldt University of Berlin; He has extensive international professional experience in Africa and Germany; He serves on the editorial board of many journals including Psicologia e Saude, European Journal of Psychological Assessment, and Alexander-vonHumboldt Foundation; He has also served on different United Nations Accreditations Committees and Councils such as UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations, UN Human Rights Council and others; He was a coordinator at the Training Institute of Practical Pedagogies; Consultant for the University of Giessen; Field Research in New Guinea, South East Asia, Central and West Africa; He was part of a Research Group of Prof. Wolfgang Prinz (Bielefeld University / Max-Planck-Institute, Munich). Currently he is Lecturer and a research scientist at Technical University of Berlin. Abstract of the Talk: A semiotic perspective allows for the modelling of intra- and intercultural processes. Cultures are understood as sign inventories, and cultural exchange can be captured as sign transfer. Defining cultural elements as signs also allows to analyse the relation of these elements and their respective context. When transferred, cultural elements can be compatible or incompatible with their new context. The semiotic approach implies the conceptions of cultural elements being units of information and thus, also being cognitive entities. A cultures knowledge system therefore also represents the cultures pool of information and, at the same time, its sign inventory. Globalisation is a phenomenon of unification, by which cultures are affected to different degrees. The flow of cultural elements across cultural borders does not occur in equal measure; generally, they flow predominantly in one direction and only to a smaller extent in the other direction. These are actually two different transfer types, resulting from a bias of cultural dominance that appears when cultural systems of different effectiveness meet. In order to understand the emergence of cultural dominance, the effects of cultural syntheses over time can be modeled, starting with indigenous cultures converging, which results in the synthesis of those cultures at a later point in time. The resulting cultures can then again go into synthesis with each other etc. *************************** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Disposal of old Bound Journals/issues
by Library 04 Dec '09

04 Dec '09

Dear Moderator: Kindly announce the following in your LIS Forum. Thanks Y.M.Patil xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Dear all: We are in the process of disposing old bound volumes of journals and loose issues to the needy ones. Kindly go through the list and let us know which of the volumes you will be interested in so that the same could be sent on receipt of confirmation.The volumes will be supplied against first come first served basis and confirm the same before 20th December 2009. The list could be accessed at: http://www.rri.res.in/glomm/htmls/library/list_of_old_journals_kept_for_dis… Regards, Y.M.Patil Librarian -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Raman Research Institute Library, Tel: +91 80 2361 0122 Extn 250 C V Raman Avenue, Sadashivanagar, Fax: +91 80 2361 0492 Bangalore 560 080, India. Email: library(a)rri.res.in -------------------------------------------------------------------------- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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UGC NET PAPER -3
by binu david 04 Dec '09

04 Dec '09

Dear All I need an information from my colleagues. I wish to know how to get the copy of Paper -3 of UGC net exam through Right to Information Act. Whom i need to contact and also the fees for the required information. If any one know the procedure please mail me. Thanking you Sincereley Binu David Librarian SNS College of Engineering Karukuti Kerala -- ______________________________________________ IndiaInfo Mail - the free e-mail service with a difference! www.indiainfo.com Check out our value-added Premium features, such as an extra 20MB for mail storage, POP3, e-mail forwarding, and ads-free mailboxes! -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Proceedings of XXVI IATLIS National Conference 2009
by khushpreet singh 04 Dec '09

04 Dec '09

Dear Professionals, Kindly find below outline of proceedings of the XXVI IATLIS National Conference on the theme "Envisioning Employable LIS Courses in Developing Countries for the Emerging Knowledge Society" held at the Department of Library and Information Science, University of Burdwan, Golapbag, Burdwan (West Bengal) from 25-27 November 2009. A comprehensive report of XXVI IATLIS National Conference 2009 follows soon. This volume is available for Rs. 500/- (Five hundred rupees only). For ordering the conference volume and payment details, kindly contact iatlis.patiala(a)gmail.com All the best Trishanjit Kaur General Secretary ************************************************************************************************************************************* *Envisioning Employable LIS Courses in Developing Countries for the Emerging Knowledge Society* * * ** *IATLIS 2009* * * * * *Papers of the XXVI National Conference * * * *Department of Library and Information Science* *University** of Burdwan**, Golapbag, Burdwan* * * * * *25-27 November 2009* * * Edited by *Jagtar Singh* *Trishanjit Kaur* * * *INDIAN ASSOCIATION OF TEACHERS OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE* ** *Department of Library & Information Science* *Punjabi** University**, Patiala-147002* *************************************************************************************** ** © EDITORS 2009 Price: Rs. 595.00 (India) $ 25.00 *Published by* *Indian Association of Teacher of Library and Information Science (IATLIS)* C/o Department of Library and Information Science Punjabi University, Patiala-147002 * *********************************************************************** *Contents* * * Preface Greetings from Dr. Ismail Abdullahi Contributors *Section I: Theme Paper * * * 1. Educational Changes for Work in the Knowledge Society *Russell Bowden* * * *Section II: LIS Education* * * 2. Balancing the Relics and Harbingers of LIS Courses for the Emerging Job Market** *Jagtar Singh *and* Dilara Begum* 3. Higher Education in the Eleventh Five Year Plan: Some Implications for the LIS Education *M.P. Satija* 4. Library and Information Science Education in India: Development, Status, Curriculum, Issues and Challenges *M. B. Konnur, N. B. Dahibhate, S. K. Patil, *and* V. S. Mugade* 5. Exploring the Opportunities in the Emerging Information Environment for Transformation of LIS Education * I.V. Malhan * 6. Selection of students to LIS education programmes in Sri Lanka and some related issues *Pradeepa Wijetunge * 7. Growth and Development of Library and Information Education in Nepal** *Madhusudan Karki * *Section III: LIS Curricula and Job Market* 8. Strategies for the employable LIS courses: Emergent issues and need for contemplation *A. Y. Asundi* and *C. R. Karisiddappa* 9. Relevance of Existing LIS Courses to the Job-Market – What Alumni Tell Us: An experience from Shih Hsin University * Chihfeng P. Lin* * * 10. Employable LIS Courses in Bangladesh: An Analysis of Last Twenty Year Syllabuses *M. Jakaria Rahman, Momena Khatun *and* Muhammad Mezbah-ul-Islam* * * 11. Developing LIS Courses for the Emerging Job Market in Nigeria** *Bappah Magaji Abubakar* 12. Relevance of LIS Courses for Employability: A Study of LIS Curricula of India * R. S .R. Varalakshmi * 13. Remodeling the Curricula of LIS Education in Kalyani University: An Analysis *Bidhan Ch. Biswas* 14. Combining Moodle with DSpace: Designing an Architecture for LIS Courseware *Amit Kumar Das *and *Parthasarathi Mukhopadhyay* 15. An Overview of Library and Information Science Curricula in the context of the Indian Job Market *Bobby Goswami Baruah* and *P. Hangsing* 16. Employability issues and public policy support for library and information services in private academic sector in India: observations and concerns *H. P. S. Kalra *and* Khushpreet Singh* 17. UGC Report of CDC in Library and Information Science 2001: A Critical Review of its Relevance in Present Indian Context *Goutam Maity *and* Udayan Bhattacharya* 18. IT components in LIS Curricula envisioning the knowledge society: An Analysis of Syllabi universities of West Bengal *Tridib Tripathi* 19. Master of Library and Information Science Syllabus A Novice Way of Thinking *Geeta Gadhvi* * * 20. Development of LIS Courses in Karnataka in the Emerging Job Market *S. Padmamma* and *Geetha M.* *Section IV: Quality Assurance* 21. Quality Faculty for Excellence in Library and Information Science Education in Pakistan *Mumtaz Ali Anwar * 22. Identification of Quality Indicators for Evaluation and Accreditation of LIS Schools in India, *Amitabha Chatterjee* 23. Quality Assurance in Distance Education: Some Parameters to be Used in Assessing the Quality * B.S. Biradar *and* Santhosh Kumar, K.T.* * * *Section V: Knowledge Management and Learning * * * 24. Knowledge Management: the Leading-edge of the Emerging Information Society *Jagtar Singh *and *N. K. Swain* 25. Emerging trends in Resource-Based Students-Centered Learning in the Knowledge Society *C. Krishnamurthy *and* B.D. Kumbar* 26. LIS Education in India: Tutoring the Tutors with Intrinsic Questions *N. K. Swain*** * * 27. M-Learning Opportunities and Challenges for the Modern Learning Scenario** * Selvaraj**. C * * * *Section VI: Research and Collaboration* 28. Recent Trends of Research in Library & Information Science in India and Research Agenda for the Future *Nivedita Bhattacharyya *and* Biplab Chakrabarti* 29. Problems and Prospects of Choice Based Credit System (CBCS): A Case Study of Karnatak University, Dharwad *B.D. Kumbar *and* Gururaj S. Hadagali* 30. Digital Learning Commons: a Proposal for Panjab University, Chandigarh. *Preeti Mahajan *and* Rupak Chakravarty * 31. Collaboration among Library and Information Science Education Programmes in South Asia: Issues and Implications *Trishanjit Kaur* and *Navkiran Kaur* 32. Continuing Education Programmes (CEP) for faculty improvement in the emerging Knowledge Society. * Gururaj S. Hadagali, B. D. Kumbar and M. M. * * Bachalapur* ********************************************************************** *Preface* We are delighted to organize the XXVI IATLIS National Conference (IATLIS 2009) in collaboration with the Department of Library and Information Science, University of Burdwan, Golapbag, Burdwan from 25-27 November 2009. IATLIS 2009 is being organized on the theme, “Envisioning Employable LIS Courses in Developing Countries for the Emerging Knowledge Society”. The sub-themes include: · Relevance of existing LIS courses to the job- market. · Developing LIS courses for the emerging job market. · Equity, diversity and expansion of LIS education. · Choice-based credit system and internship programmes. · Resource-based student-centered learning. · Accreditation, quality assurance and standardization with special reference to distance education. · Continuous Professional Education and Development for Faculty improvement. · Physical, technological, and learning support infrastructure. · Liaison with and feedback management from students, alumni, and employers. · Marketing of LIS courses. · Research agenda for future. · International Cooperation and collaboration · Role of stakeholders in LIS education and research. This theme has been particularly chosen with a view to initiate discussion on the issues of relevance and quality of LIS courses being offered by the departments of Library and Information Science in developing countries in general, and in south Asian region in particular. Information and communication technology (ICT) has made a profound impact on the life and work of people. There is a shift from teaching to learning, and from face to face learning to e-learning. Similarly, today we are talking about library and information networks, digital libraries, knowledge management, change management, information literacy, open source software, etc. Unfortunately, all is not well with regard to LIS education, research and training in south Asian countries. In many of the universities, the courses are typically traditional and conservative, whereas in a few universities there is a lot of emphasis being placed on the Internet-based products and services. It is high time that the LIS education providers in this region take a balanced view of ground reality. There must be a fair balance between the traditional turf and the leading edge areas the LIS education. Library classification, cataloguing, indexing, reference service, and library management are important but there is also an urgent need for integrating the Internet-based resources and services in the LIS courses. There has been a tremendous response to the call for papers. We have received about 75 papers, but because of financial constraints and portability of the conference volume, we have been able to include 32 papers only. Every effort has been made to ensure excellence and diversity in this volume. This time we have got six papers from Bangladesh, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Taiwan. We sincerely hope that these six papers will go a long way to inform the LIS education providers in India. These 32 papers have been organized in six sections. The first section contains the theme paper by Professor Russell Bowden (Sri Lanka), and the second section on LIS Education contains six papers. The third section entitled LIS Curricula and Job Market includes thirteen, whereas the fourth section on Quality Assurance has only three papers. Section five on Knowledge Management and Learning contains four papers and section six on Research and Collaboration includes three papers. No stone has been left unturned to make this volume a valuable addition to the existing body of professional literature. We are deeply grateful to Professor I. V. Malhan, Professor M.P. Satija, Dr. H.P.S. Kalra, Mr. Khushpreet Singh and Mr. Bhupinder Singh without whose timely help this volume would not have seen the light of the day. We are also deeply grateful to Dr. Ismail Abdullahi, Convener, IFLA LIS Education in Developing Countries Special Interest Group (SIG) and Associate Professor, North Carolina Central University, School of Library and Information Sciences, Durham, North Carolina, USA for sparing his valuable time to send us his greetings for the success of this conference. M/S Phulkian Press (Pvt.) Ltd also deserve our heartfelt thanks for publishing this volume within a short span of one week only. Last but not the least; the editors are deeply beholden to Professor Russell Bowden who spared his valuable time and resources to contribute the theme paper for this conference. In fact he was very keen to be present at the IATLIS 2009, but could not make it because of the non-availability of visa on time. We sincerely hope that papers in this conference volume would certainly enrich and empower the LIS fraternity across globe. * Editors* * ******************************************************************************** * * * -- IATLIS Headquarters C/o Department of Library and Information Science, Arts Block-1, Punjabi University, Patiala 147 002 (Punjab) India Email: iatlis.patiala(a)gmail.com Phone: +91 (0) 175 304 6179 & 6180 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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