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OpenMED - Pre-launch Review
by Sukhdev Singh 19 May '05

19 May '05

Dear Members, We are ready to launch a new service of providing facilities to authors to self-archive their articles. We have named it as OpenMED as being OPEN access archive for MEDical and Allied Sciences. It is descibed as under and available from http://openmed.nic.in URL. "OpenMED is an open access archive for Medical and Allied Sciences. Here authors / owners can self-archive their scientific and technical documents. For this they need to register once in order to obtain a user id in OpenMED system. However no registration is required for searching the archive or viewing the documents. OpenMED is a discipline based International Archive. It accepts both published and unpublished documents having relevance to research in Medical and Allied Sciences including Bio-Medical, Medical Informatics, Dental, Nursing and Pharmaceutical Sciences. These could be preprints (pre-refereed journal paper), postprints (refereed journal paper), conference papers, conference posters, presentations, technical reports/departmental working papers and theses. In case of non-English documents, descriptive data [Author, Title, Source etc.], abstract and keywords must be in English. Submitted documents will be placed into the submission buffer and would become part of OpenMED archive on their acceptance. The aim of OpenMED is to provide free service to academics, researchers, and students working in the area of Medical and Allied Sciences. We expect it to promote self-archiving and open access to papers / scholarly publications in these fields." Can you please test / review it and give your feedback. Thanks Sukhdev Singh, Bibliographic Informatics Division, National Informatics Centre, A-Block, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road New Delhi

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vacancy for librarian post in IBM Global Services India Pvt. Ltd. in Kolkata
by brijesh shanker singh 18 May '05

18 May '05

Dear All, There is a vacancy for librarian post in IBM Global Services India Pvt. Ltd. in Kolkata. This is a contract job for 1 year (renewable) Job title : Librarian Company : IBM Global Services India Pvt. Ltd. Location : Kolkata Qualification : B.L.I.Sc/ M.L.I.Sc. Duration : 1year Responsibilities: Managing Regular Library Services and facilities. Coordinating for Training and Event management programs. Salary : As per the standards Experience: 0-2 years in Corporate sectors Candidates should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Please send your resumes to Brijesh (brijesh_bhu1(a)rediff.com) ******************************** Brijesh Shanker Singh Knowledge and learning Center, Centre of Competence, IGSI IBM Global Services (India) Pvt Ltd. Plot - X1-7, Block EP/GP Sector-V, Salt Lake Kolkata - 700 091 mobile - 9831455315 Tel: +91 033 2357 9120 [Ext. 3574] Dear All, There is a vacancy for librarian post in IBM Global Services India Pvt. Ltd. in Kolkata. This is a contract job for 1 year (renewable) Job title : Librarian Company : IBM Global Services India Pvt. Ltd. Location : Kolkata Qualification : B.L.I.Sc/ M.L.I.Sc. Duration : 1year Responsibilities: Managing Regular Library Services and facilities. Coordinating for Training and Event management programs. Salary : As per the standards Experience: 0-2 years in Corporate sectors Candidates should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Please send your resumes to Brijesh (brijesh_bhu1(a)rediff.com) ******************************** Brijesh Shanker Singh Knowledge and learning Center, Centre of Competence, IGSI IBM Global Services (India) Pvt Ltd. Plot - X1-7, Block EP/GP Sector-V, Salt Lake Kolkata - 700 091 mobile - 9831455315 Tel: +91 033 2357 9120 [Ext. 3574] http://clients.rediff.com/signature/track_sig.asp http://ads.rediff.com/RealMedia/ads/adstream_nx.cgi/www.rediffmail.com/inbo…

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Modern Medical Librarian Vs Medical Knowledge Manager
by Sukhdev Singh 18 May '05

18 May '05

Modern Medical Librarian Vs Medical Knowledge Manager Dear Members, I had posted a message [given towards the end] to a forum [IAMI]consisting of mainly of Medical Practisioners and Computer Specialistswith one or two Medical Librarians. With discussions, the concept of Medical Knowledge Manager came alongwith the refernce of Dr Sam Pitroda who is back as Chairman of the newNational Knowledge Commission set up by the Indian Government. Now thediscussion group is willing have to a session in their Association'sconference on roles of Medical Librarians and Medical KnowledgeManagers. My question how do we compare Modern Medical Librarian with MedicalKnowledge Manager. Are they same or can they be same. Can their rolesbe merged. Can we exchange our views? --Sukhdev Singh, NIC. ===============Message Posted to IAMI Forum=================Subject: Giving Medical Library its Importance alias The Connectivity. A library, be it traditional or digital, has a vital role to play inany institution. I need not emphasis on it here. "..what is alreadyclear is that libraries play a pivotal role in creating, providing,and maintaining long-term access to digital resources. Libraries ofall types actively promote and invest in networked-based programs andservices to ensure that all sectors benefit from meaningful access todigital resources and that importantly, these information resourcesare available to future generations.."[http://www.mlanet.org/government/appropriations/librarycongress.html][1] Role of Library and the Librarian in a Medical Institution can gobeyond its traditional functions. Some people believe that it can evenreduce medical errors.[http://www.healthleaders.com/news/feature1.php?contentid=38058. Thisis due the fact that Medical librarians have: [2]. * Formal knowledge of information resources and how to access them.* The ability to ensure that information is relevant and complete,by applying the formal rules of evidence to data retrieved and knowingstrategies to ascertain that a search is both efficient and thorough.* The skill to weigh conflicting information and reconciledifferences.* Training in critically reviewing published research and gradingthe levels of evidence.* The professional habit of making decisions based on evidencerather than opinion.* The ability to discriminate between types of information sourcesin terms of their currency, format, authority, relevance and availability.* A knowledge of copyright and intellectual property issues,especially with materials retrieved electronically. However, situation of most medical libraries in India is ratherpathetic as compared to academic and research libraries of otherdisciplines. This could be due to these factors: 1. Health being a State Subject and rather poor financial status ofthe States.2. UGC norms does not applies to most Medical Libraries (Hospital) andthus no mandatory Qualifications for Librarians.3. Librarians at low positions in such situations and Tradition ofProfessor - in - Library. The end result is that a library gets very limited resources. And whenit comes to Internet connectivity resources it is natural to "ignore"the Libraries. Improper connectivity coupled with lack of properknowledge of IPR issues may lead to Institutions forcing theLibrarians in indulging illegal and unethical practices. Some of these could be: 1. Photocopying, Binding and Maintaining copies of Books and Journalsburrowed from other institutions or its members.2. Retaining CDROM databases beyond their licensed period.3. Printing On-line journals [free or fee based] and maintaining themin library for other members.4. Caching Online Websites and maintaining their archives in Libraries.5. Maintaining copies of Licensed Softwares. Now, who would be responsible if legal case is slapped? Definitely theHead of the Institution. We can always argue that copyright laws arenot balanced and always favor the publishing industry. But then, bybeing institutions, are morally and legally bounded by the law of theland. To avoid such unpleasent situations, it is the time to give dueimportance and resources to libraries. Now-a-days, with broad-bandbecoming a reality, It should be mandatory for libraries to InternetConnectivity atleast. In this Digital Era, can you think ofun-connected libraries? If connectivity is to established in anyinstitution, let it begin with library. Let the Charity begin atLibrary instead of Home. I would request the members of IAMI, to promote the development ofMedical Libraries so that all stake holders [Researchers/Practitioners/ Patients/ Administrators/ Publishers] benefit fromthese. It can adopt a resolution to press for: 1. Appointment of Qualified and Well-Paid Librarians in MedicalInstitutions [including hospitals]. With Librarians directlyresponsible to the Head of the Institution.2. Higher allocation of financial resources to libraries. Investing inmodern digital library technologies.3. Support the Open Access[http://www.earlham.edu/~peters/fos/brief.htm] moment as well asrespect the Copyright Laws. Open-access (OA) literature is digital,online, free of charge, and free of most copyright and licensingrestrictions. What makes it possible is the internet and the consentof the author or copyright-holder. References:1. Statement of Patricia A. Wand, University Librarian, AmericanUniversity on behalf of the American Library Association, Association of ResearchLibraries, American Association of Law Libraries, Medical LibraryAssociation and Special Libraries Association before the Subcommittee on Legislative, House Committee onAppropriations on the FY 2000 Appropriations for the Library of Congress 2. The Role of Medical Librarians in Reducing Medical Errors By J. Michael Homan, for HealthLeaders Online, September 16, 2002http://www.healthleaders.com/news/feature1.php?contentid=38058 Thanks,Sukhdev Singh.Competing Interests:1. Associated with http://indmed.nic.in & http://medind.nic.in .2. Associated with yet to be released Open Access Project – OpenMED.3. One of the moderator ofhttp://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/indmedtraining/

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Japanese Translation Services
by Sridhar Brahma 18 May '05

18 May '05

Dear All, Can anyone please suggest good Japanese's to English translators. Regards, Sridhar Brahma -----Original Message----- From: lis-forum-request(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in [mailto:lis-forum-request@ncsi.iisc.ernet.in] Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2005 12:00 PM To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Subject: LIS-Forum Digest, Vol 26, Issue 17 Send LIS-Forum mailing list submissions to lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to lis-forum-request(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in You can reach the person managing the list at lis-forum-owner(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of LIS-Forum digest..." Today's Topics: 1. Re: Modern Medical Librarian Vs Medical Knowledge Manager (Vasumathi Sriganesh) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Tue, 17 May 2005 11:16:10 +0530 From: "Vasumathi Sriganesh" <vasu(a)qmedin.com> Subject: Re: [LIS-Forum] Modern Medical Librarian Vs Medical Knowledge Manager To: <lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> Message-ID: <016e01c55aa3$d9aab6a0$0200a8c0@laptop> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="Windows-1252" My view point A knowledge manager has to do more than handle published information (including grey literature) - which is what a librarian does. A KM also has to overall look at integrating the above, with tacit knowledge, other forms of information and knowledge, and also manage the overall technology elements. A medical librarian has to know a lot more than medical librarianship to become a Medical Knowledge Manager. A medical librarian can definitely become a Medical Knowledge Manager so long as he / she continuously updates himself / herself to know at least enough of the related areas to handle Knowledge Management. In any field however, today's scenario is that an IT person seems to be more recognized as a knowledge manager that is a librarian. My personal belief is that the person who can be assigned this "label" should have strong expertise in one area (IT, Domain, Information resources and management), and core expertise in the other two. Vasumathi Sriganesh Director, QMed Services Pvt. Ltd. A-3, Shubham Centre, Cardinal Gracious Road Chakala, Andheri East, Mumbai 400099, India Ph: 91-22-28229223 Fax: 91-22-28224358 Mobile: 98211-14510 Email: vasu(a)qmedin.com, Web: www.qmedin.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "Sukhdev Singh" <esukhdev(a)gmail.com> To: <nmlis(a)yahoogroups.com> Sent: Monday, May 16, 2005 12:54 PM Subject: [nmlis] Modern Medical Librarian Vs Medical Knowledge Manager Modern Medical Librarian Vs Medical Knowledge Manager Dear Members, I had posted a message [given towards the end] to a forum [IAMI] consisting of mainly of Medical Practisioners and Computer Specialists with one or two Medical Librarians. With discussions, the concept of Medical Knowledge Manager came along with the refernce of Dr Sam Pitroda who is back as Chairman of the new National Knowledge Commission set up by the Indian Government. Now the discussion group is willing have to a session in their Association's conference on roles of Medical Librarians and Medical Knowledge Managers. My question how do we compare Modern Medical Librarian with Medical Knowledge Manager. Are they same or can they be same. Can their roles be merged. Can we exchange our views? --Sukhdev Singh, NIC. ------------------------------ _______________________________________________ LIS-Forum mailing list LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum End of LIS-Forum Digest, Vol 26, Issue 17 *****************************************

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Vacancy in Dena Bank Mumbai
by Appasaheb Naikal 18 May '05

18 May '05

Dear All, Dena Bank, Mumbai is looking for Librarian on contractual basis Qualifications:Degree/Diploma/Certificate course in Library Science from a reputed University / Institute. Computer proficiency is essential. Working experience as Librarian for atleast 2 years. Scale of Pay: Rs.10000/- Last Date: Within 10 days For more information, please visit: http://www.denabank.com/db/viewsection.jsp?lang=0&id=0,48 With Regards Appasaheb Naikal Librarian Mahindra-British Telecom Ltd. Oberoi Estate Gardens, Wing-1, Next to Chandivili Studio, Andheri-East, Mumbai-400072 INDIA Tel: 91-022-56792000 Ext. 7438/7444 Fax: 91-022-28478959 Visit us at: www.mahindrabt.com ********************************************************* Disclaimer: The contents of this E-mail (including the contents of the enclosure(s) or attachment(s) if any) are privileged and confidential material of MBT and should not be disclosed to, used by or copied in any manner by anyone other than the intended addressee(s). In case you are not the desired addressee, you should delete this message and/or re-direct it to the sender. The views expressed in this E-mail message (including the enclosure(s) or attachment(s) if any) are those of the individual sender, except where the sender expressly, and with authority, states them to be the views of MBT. This e-mail message including attachment/(s), if any, is believed to be free of any virus. However, it is the responsibility of the recipient to ensure that it is virus free and MBT is not responsible for any loss or damage arising in any way from its use ********************************************************

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Renovated British Library at Hyderabad
by Vyasamoorthy＠icicikp.com 17 May '05

17 May '05

I thought of summarising the following news, as per guidelines recently issued. But then found every sentence interesting! Please read on. Library Lovers & Users in Hyderabad are indeed very proud. Vyasamoorthy, P ==================== SOUTHERN NEWS - ANDHRA PRADESH May 17, 2005 New-look British Library beckons readers Monday May 16 2005 09:48 IST HYDERABAD: British Library, the landmark of the intelligentsia, will wear a new look and offer more services to the people of Hyderabad. In a few weeks, it will turn into a hub centre training people in English accent and other soft skills that will aid a candidate in grabbing the BPO and ITES jobs. There will be self-help literature and a full-time tutor at the library will make things easy for you. The library will have an elegantly done wooden floor with an enhanced security system. The differently-abled can now have easy access of the library and steer the wheelchair in the premises. Aesthetic lighting will replace the existing conventional lighting. These and more will be ready by May 19 when the facilities will be opened to public by Osmania University Vice-Chancellor Prof Suleman Siddique. Edmund Marsden, Minister (Cultural Affairs), British High Commission and Eunice Crook, First Secretary (Cultural Affairs) will come to the city. The British Library has spent close to Rs 1 crore for the refurbishing. ''This is our effort to make the library a hub for learning, creativity and networking,'' says British Library manager Sudhakar Goud. The young learners' section in the library is also redone. More interactive seminars, workshops and activity-oriented events will be held here, he says. A workshop on puppetry is on and noted academician C Ramaiah will give a lecture on unleashing creativity (thankfully not on preparing for IIT). A programme on the role of newspapers in creating a fun atmosphere and a session for better parenting are also on the cards, says Sudhakar. The members can have access to 7,000 online journals, 30,000 books, 10,000 children books, 1,000 World Bank related documents and high speed internet for research. The books will now be placed on 'shelves with wheels' to make space for in-house events. =============== Dr.P.Vyasamoorthy, Advisor, Virtual Information Centre, ICICI Knowledge Park, Genome Valley, Turkapally, Shameerpet Mandal, RR District, Hyderabad 500078 INDIA Email: vyasamoorthy(a)icicikp.com Phone - Office: +91(40)23480053 Fax: +91(40)23480007 Phone Residence: +91(40)27846631

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Ovid Introduces SearchSolver
by Farooque Shaheen 16 May '05

16 May '05

Ovid Technologies, a provider of electronic medical, scientific, and academic research information solutions, announced SearchSolver, its next-generation federated search solution. With SearchSolver as a single point of access and authentication, users can conduct one-step searches across hundreds of information sources and retrieve unified results. Results can further be edited and ranked as well as exported in research work tools. Users can also combine Ovid SearchSolver with Ovid LinkSolver to create an end-to-end solution?from precision searching to full-text linking. Designed to integrate easily with existing research environments, SearchSolver?s advanced functionality allows users to: · Search an unlimited number of sources simultaneously · Search across all types of sources from multiple vendors, including electronic journals, bibliographic databases, Internet portals, and OPACs · Display, rank, or export results consistently across all interfaces in a single step · Refine and limit search results using the SearchSolver interface. Advanced query parsing allows users to search beyond keyword (also title, author, descriptors) · Explore a topic further using a specific database?s native interface · Link to external sources, using Ovid LinkSolver or other OpenURL resolvers The flexibility of the new SearchSolver allows institutions to create a fully customizable tool that can include branding (such as logos or style sheets) to meet specialized requirements or end-user preferences, interface design (including nonstandard fonts and European characters), as well as a number of database connectors to meet various resource needs. SearchSolver includes a ready-made library of more than 2,000 database connectors. Thanks & Regards, Farooque Shaheen, Caritor India Pvt Ltd. Tel. 080-26678388 # 4105 Mobile-9342507449 Ovid Technologies, a provider of electronic medical, scientific, and academic research information solutions, announced SearchSolver, its next-generation federated search solution. With SearchSolver as a single point of access and authentication, users can conduct one-step searches across hundreds of information sources and retrieve unified results. Results can further be edited and ranked as well as exported in research work tools. Users can also combine Ovid SearchSolver with Ovid LinkSolver to create an end-to-end solution—from precision searching to full-text linking. Designed to integrate easily with existing research environments, SearchSolver’s advanced functionality allows users to: · Search an unlimited number of sources simultaneously · Search across all types of sources from multiple vendors, including electronic journals, bibliographic databases, Internet portals, and OPACs · Display, rank, or export results consistently across all interfaces in a single step · Refine and limit search results using the SearchSolver interface. Advanced query parsing allows users to search beyond keyword (also title, author, descriptors) · Explore a topic further using a specific database’s native interface · Link to external sources, using Ovid LinkSolver or other OpenURL resolvers The flexibility of the new SearchSolver allows institutions to create a fully customizable tool that can include branding (such as logos or style sheets) to meet specialized requirements or end-user preferences, interface design (including nonstandard fonts and European characters), as well as a number of database connectors to meet various resource needs. SearchSolver includes a ready-made library of more than 2,000 database connectors. Thanks & Regards, Farooque Shaheen, Caritor India Pvt Ltd. Tel. 080-26678388 # 4105 Mobile-9342507449

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Research in Marketing of services/Products in LIS
by Achar 16 May '05

16 May '05

Dear Members, I am planning to pursue my research work in "Marketing of services & products in Rural Libraries" A study in relevance to Indian Environment. All participating members to help in duplilcate check work so that i can change my topic. If anybody come across this type, pl let me know. Thanking you, Sincerely, Achar, M.Phil. Librarian Ohio-Manipal School of Business Bangalore Cell:9880715660 Dear Members, I am planning to pursue my research work in "Marketing of services & products in Rural Libraries" A study in relevance to Indian Environment. All participating members to help in duplilcate check work so that i can change my topic. If anybody come across this type, pl let me know. Thanking you, Sincerely, Achar, M.Phil. Librarian Ohio-Manipal School of Business Bangalore Cell:9880715660

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The 8th International Conference on Asian Digital Libraries 2005
by Shyam Prasad pujar 16 May '05

16 May '05

---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Fri, 13 May 2005 22:36:39 +0800 From: "Lim Ee Peng (Assoc Prof)" <ASEPLIM(a)ntu.edu.sg> To: diglib(a)infoserv.inist.fr Subject: [DIGLIB] CFP: The 8th International Conference on Asian Digital Libraries 2005 This message is cross-posted to several lists. Apologies for possible duplicate postings. Please distribute it freely. ========================================= CALL FOR PAPERS ICADL2005 http://www.icadl2005.ait.ac.th The 8th International Conference on Asian Digital Libraries Theme: Implementing Strategies and Sharing Experiences 12 - 15 December 2005, Bangkok, Thailand ========================================= ICADL2005 is the 8th in a well-established series of annual conferences on Asian Digital Libraries, and focuses on the creation, adoption, implementation and utilization of digital libraries. It provides an international forum for sharing experiences among researchers, educators, practitioners, and policy makers from a variety of disciplines such as computer science, library and information science, archival and museum studies, and knowledge management -- as well as many areas in the social sciences and humanities. Submissions of papers, panels, tutorials, and workshops are invited in all areas of digital libraries and related technologies, the management of knowledge in digital libraries, and the associated usability and social issues. Research, system, evaluation, policy, and position papers are all invited. Suitable topics include but are not limited to: + Strategies with regard to - economic issues - legal issues - organizational issues - pedagogical issues - policy issues - social issues + Implementation experiences regarding - collection development - international collaboration - quality of service - system evaluation - user communities - user studies + Systems - architecture - concepts and models - integration - interoperability + Techniques - Asian information processing - cross-language information access - human-computer interaction - information integration - information mining - information retrieval - localization - metadata - multimedia - ontologies - personalization - semantic web - semi-structured data management - web cataloging - web-page analysis + Management - access control - content management - intellectual property - security and privacy - service models + Application areas and concerns - digital archives and museums - digital preservation - knowledge management - education - e-science - Grid - scholarly publishing Further details about the conference including registration and conference location are posted on the conference Web site at http://www.icadl2005.ait.ac.th PAPER SUBMISSION AND REVIEWING PROCESS -------------------------------------- Prospective authors from all parts of the world are invited to submit their papers dealing with original work which, at the time of submission, is not under review or has not been published or accepted for publication in a journal or by another conference. Papers must be written in English, conforming to the formatting instructions of LNCS, Springer (http://www.springer.de/comp/lncs/authors.html) Each paper must not exceed 10 pages and should contain a list of about 5 key-words, at least one of which must be taken from the topics listed above. Only electronic submission (PDF format) is accepted via the web page for papers. Each paper will be reviewed by at least three reviewers. Based on their recommendations, a decision will be made regarding rejection or acceptance as poster (up to 2 pages), short paper (up to 4 pages), or long paper (up to 10 pages). The Conference Proceedings will be published in the LNCS series, Springer. Best paper awards also will be conferred on the authors of the best paper(s) at the conference. Selected ICADL2005 papers may be expanded and revised for possible publication in special issues of: - International Journal on Digital Libraries (http://www.dljournal.org) - Journal of Digital Information (http://jodi.ecs.soton.ac.uk) - Library Hi Tech (http://www.emeraldinsight.com/rpsv/lht.htm) SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS FOR PANELS, TUTORIALS AND WORKSHOPS ------------------------------------------------------------------------ --- Proposals for panels, tutorials and workshops should be sent to icadl2005 at ait.ac.th IMPORTANT DATES ----------------------- + Submission of paper abstracts: 8 June 2005 + Submission of full papers: 15 June 2005 + Submission of panel/tutorial/workshop proposals: 31 July 2005 + Notification of acceptance: 31 August 2005 + Camera-ready copy due date: 30 September 2005 Conference Organizers --------------------- - Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand (http://www.ait.ac.th) - Chulalongkorn University, Thailand (http://www.chula.ac.th) - Thai Library Association, Thailand (http://tla.tiac.or.th) Steering Committee Chair --------------------- Khunying Maenmas Chavalit, Professor and President, the Thai Library Association (TLA), Thailand. Steering Committee Co-Chairs --------------------- - Ching-chih Chen, Professor, Simmons College, USA. - Hsinchun Chen, Professor, The University of Arizona, USA. - Ee Peng Lim, Associate Professor, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. Program Committee Co-Chairs -------------------------- - Edward Fox (Virginia Tech, USA) - Erich Neuhold (University of Vienna, Austria) - Pimrumpai Premsmit (Chulalongkorn University, Thailand) - Vilas Wuwongse (Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand) Program Committee --------------------- + America - Robert Allen (Drexel, USA) - Christine Borgman (UCLA, USA) - Weiguo Fan (Virginia Tech, USA) - James French (Univ. of Virginia, USA) - Jonathan Furner (UCLA, USA) - Richard K. Furuta (Texas A&M, USA) - Peter Jacso (University of Hawaii, USA) - Judith Klavans (Columbia University, USA) - Carl Lagoze (Cornell University, USA) - Yan Quan Liu (Southern Connecticut State University, USA) - Gary Marchionini (Univ. of North Carolina, USA) - Edie Rasmussen (U. of British Columbia, Canada) - Michael Seadle (Michigan State University Libraries, USA) - Howard Wactlar (CMU, USA) - Stuart Weibel (OCLC, USA) - Marcia Lei Zeng (Kent State University, USA) + Asia-Pacific - Jun Adachi (NII, Japan) - Toshiyuki Amagasa (Nara Institute of Science and Technology, Japan) - Chutiporn Anutariya (Shinawatra University, Thailand) - N.Balakrishnan (Indian Institue of Science, Bangalore, India) - Abdus Sattar Chaudhry (NTU, Singapore) - Chao-chen Chen (National Taiwan Normal University, Taiwan) - Hsueh-hua Chen (NTU, Taiwan) - Steve Ching (Feng Chia University, Taiwan) - Key-Sun Choi (KAIST, Korea) - Schubert Foo (NTU, Singapore) - Wen Gao (Chinese Academy of Sciences, China) - Maruf Hasan (Shinawatra University, Thailand) - Jieh Hsiang (National Chi-nan Univ., Taiwan) - Ching-chun Hsieh (NDAP, Taiwan) - San-Yih Hwang (NSYSU, Taiwan) - Soon J. Hyun (Information Communication University, Korea) - Hiroshi Itsumura (Nagoya University, Japan) - Paul Janecek (Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand) - Noriko Kando (NII, Japan) - Ji-Hoon Kang (Chungnam National Univ., Korea) - Wai Lam (CUHK, Hong Kong SAR) - Man-Ho Lee (Chungnam National Univ., Korea) - Jianzhong Li (Harbin Inst. of Technology, China) - Dion Goh Hoe Lian (NTU, Singapore) - Sung Hyun Myaeng (Chungnam National Univ., Korea) - Ekawit Nantajeewarawat (Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology, Thailand) - Liddy Nevile (Univ. of Melbourne, Australia) - Somporn Puttapithakporn (Sukhothai Thammathirat Open Univ, Thailand) - T.B.Rajashekar (Indian Institute of Science, India) - S.Sadagopan (Indian Institute of Information Technology, India) - Tetsuo Sakaguchi (Tsukaba University, Japan) - Hideyasu Sasaki (Ritsumeikan University, Japan) - Praditta Siripan (National Science&Technology Development Agency, Thailand) - Ohm Sornil (National Institute of Development Administration, Thailand) - Shigeo Sugimoto (ULIS, Japan) - Katsumi Tanaka (Kyoto University, Japan) - Yin-Leng Theng (NTU, Singapore) - Shalini Urs (University of Mysore, India) - Ian Witten (Waikato University, New Zealand) - Christopher C. Yang (CUHK, Hong Kong SAR) - Jerome Yen (Chinese University of HK, China) - Masatoshi Yoshikawa (Nagoya University, Japan) - Li-zhu Zhou (Tsinghua University, China) + Europe - Thomas Baker (Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (FhG), Germany) - Ann Blandford (University College of London, UK) - Jose Borbinha (National Library of Portugal, Portugal) - Donatella Castelli (Italian National Research Council (IEI-CNR), Italy) - Gobinda Chowdhury (University of Strathclyde, UK) - Norbert Fuhr (University of Dortmund, Germany) - Marc Nanard (LIRMM, France) - Claudia Niederee (Fraunhofer IPSI, Germany) - Paul Nieuwenhuysen (Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium) - Mike Papazoglou (Tilburg University , Netherlands) - Carol Peters (Italian National Research Council (IEI-CNR), Italy) - Andreas Rauber (Vienna University of Technology, Austria) - Keith van Rijsbergen (University of Glasgow, UK) - Ingeborg Solvberg (Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway) - Harold Thimbleby (University College of London, UK) Organizing Committee Chair -------------------------- - Khunying Maenmas Chavalit (Thai Library Association (TLA), Thailand) Organizing Committee Co-Chairs -------------------- - Vatcharaporn Esichaikul (Asian Institute of Techology, Thailand) - Pimrumpai Premsmit (Chulalongkorn University, Thailand) Local Organizing Committee Chair ----------------------- - Jaffee Yee (InfoMedia Asia, Ltd., Thailand) S.M. Pujar Asst Librarian IGIDR, Mumbai

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Library Collections Linked on Google Scholar for Free.
by Farooque Shaheen 16 May '05

16 May '05

The Google Scholar project which launched in November 2004 has responded to the complaints of many academic and research librarians by expanding its usefulness for campus-based users. Its new institutional access feature links Google Scholar users to electronic versions?and even print versions?of journals accessible through library collections. Any library using OpenURLs and meeting Google Scholar?s conditions can join the program. Authorization of ?appropriate copy? to individual library patrons, ?on-campus or off,? remains the library?s electronic responsibility. Unlike many commercial information services, Google offers the institutional link resolving at its usual attractive rate?free. Within days of the announcement, a reported 150 libraries had joined. Librarians interested in linking their holdings through Google Scholar should start by going to the ?Support for Libraries? page (http://scholar.google.com/scholar/libraries.html) The page also describes the ?Library Search? function in Google Scholar that connects to scholarly texts identified from OCLC?s Open WorldCat collection. Libraries that already have link resolvers in place may merely need to reconfigure their system. Libraries using ?home grown? link resolvers have to do a little more work, but Google will accommodate them. Librarians can also choose different labels for material available as full text online and as print holdings. A full dig on the matter can be found here ?http://www.infotoday.com/newsbreaks/nb050516-1.shtml? Thanks & Regards, Farooque Shaheen, Caritor India Pvt Ltd. Tel. 080-26678388 # 4105 Mobile-9342507449 The Google Scholar project which launched in November 2004 has responded to the complaints of many academic and research librarians by expanding its usefulness for campus-based users. Its new institutional access feature links Google Scholar users to electronic versions — and even print versions — of journals accessible through library collections. Any library using OpenURLs and meeting Google Scholar’s conditions can join the program. Authorization of “appropriate copy” to individual library patrons, “on-campus or off,” remains the library’s electronic responsibility. Unlike many commercial information services, Google offers the institutional link resolving at its usual attractive rate — free. Within days of the announcement, a reported 150 libraries had joined. Librarians interested in linking their holdings through Google Scholar should start by going to the “Support for Libraries” page (http://scholar.google.com/scholar/libraries.html) . The page also describes the “Library Search” function in Google Scholar that connects to scholarly texts identified from OCLC’s Open WorldCat collection. Libraries that already have link resolvers in place may merely need to reconfigure their system. Libraries using “home grown” link resolvers have to do a little more work, but Google will accommodate them. Librarians can also choose different labels for material available as full text online and as print holdings. A full dig on the matter can be found here “http://www.infotoday.com/newsbreaks/nb050516-1.shtml” Thanks & Regards, Farooque Shaheen, Caritor India Pvt Ltd. Tel. 080-26678388 # 4105 Mobile-9342507449

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A grt List of Links on Photoshop , forums, HTml, PHP, Java, ASP , Mobile , kids , careers,
by Mailing List Manager 16 May '05

16 May '05

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Is it a right step?
by monica sharma 15 May '05

15 May '05

hello By mid-July, the university (University of Texas at Austin )says, almost all of the library's 90,000 volumes will be dispersed to other university collections to clear space for a 24-hour electronic information commons, a fast-spreading phenomenon that is transforming research and study on campuses around the country. for details visit http://www.nytimes.com/2005/05/14/education/14library.html Monica Sharma __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Read only the mail you want - Yahoo! Mail SpamGuard. http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail

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MyLISA Mock Interview and Lecture - A Note
by SUNIL M.V. 15 May '05

15 May '05

Dear Professional, Mysore Librarians and Information Scientists Association (R) (MyLISA) organized a workshop on �Interview and Interviewing Skills� on May 14, 2005 at Department of Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, Mysore. As a part of the workshop a mock interview was conducted to the students of Library and Information Science. The objective was to train and encourage the students to attend the interviews in their career more confidently. A mock advertisement for two posts � Assistant Librarian (General) and Assistant Librarian (Automation) � was announced on April 16, 2005 at the Department�s Notice Board. Eighteen students from MLISc final year applied, of which 15 students attended the interview. The selected candidate will be awarded a prize during the MyLISA anniversary day to be held in the near future. The actual interview took place in a �real environment�. An eminent professor of HRD from SDM-IMD Prof.K.Balakrishanan, a well-known librarian Sri. Puttannaiah and Dr. N.S. Harinarayana, faculty member of the Department of Library and Information Science conducted the interview for nearly two hours. The students were grilled about their knowledge in the subject as well as ICTs. At the end of the interview of each student, suggestions were given with a view to improve their performance in the future interviews. A very positive feedback from the students endeared that this has been a fruitful exercise. The second part of the workshop was the general feedback of the interviewers to the students. Mr. Puttannaiah summarized the proceedings of the interview. He highlighted the expectations of an Interview Committee and also stressed on preparations required which would help to improve the performance of the candidates in the interview. He suggested that normally students will be tested in the interview for their Communication Skills, General Knowledge, Domain Knowledge i.e., students comprehension about the issues and concepts in Library and Information Science, basic Knowledge about the Subjects in their Degree, depth of their understating about students area of Specialization, etc., and skills in ICTs. Prof. K. Balakrishnan who was another interviewer gave an excellent discourse on "Interview and Interviewing Skills". The talk covered both perspectives �the interviewee and the interviewer. The lecture examined typical respondent behaviour and the kinds of skills an interviewer must possess in order to be able to interpret the responses received. The second part of the workshop was attended by practicing librarians as well as student members of MyLISA. 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 --------------------------------- Yahoo! Mail Stay connected, organized, and protected. Take the tour Dear Professional, � Mysore Librarians and Information Scientists Association (R) (MyLISA) organized a workshop on �Interview and Interviewing Skills� on May 14, 2005 at Department of Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, Mysore. � As a part of the workshop a mock interview was conducted to the students of Library and Information Science.� The objective was to train and encourage the students to attend the interviews in their career more confidently. A mock advertisement for two posts � Assistant Librarian (General) and Assistant Librarian (Automation) � was announced on April 16, 2005 at the Department�s Notice Board. Eighteen students from MLISc final year applied, of which 15 students attended the interview. The selected candidate will be awarded a prize during the MyLISA anniversary day to be held in the near future. � The actual interview took place in a �real environment�.� An eminent professor of HRD from SDM-IMD Prof.K.Balakrishanan, a well-known librarian Sri. Puttannaiah and Dr. N.S. Harinarayana, faculty member of the Department of Library and Information Science conducted the interview for nearly two hours.� The students were grilled about their knowledge in the subject as well as ICTs.� At the end of the interview of each student, suggestions were given with a view to improve their performance in the future interviews.� A very positive feedback from the students endeared that this has been a fruitful exercise. � The second part of the workshop was the general feedback of the interviewers to the students. Mr. Puttannaiah summarized the proceedings of the interview.� He highlighted the expectations of an Interview Committee and also stressed on preparations required which would help to improve the performance of the candidates in the interview.� He suggested that normally students will be tested in the interview for their Communication Skills, General Knowledge, Domain Knowledge i.e., students comprehension about the issues and concepts in Library and Information Science, basic Knowledge about the Subjects in their Degree, depth of their understating about students area of Specialization, etc., and skills in ICTs. � Prof. K. Balakrishnan who was another interviewer gave an excellent discourse on "Interview and Interviewing Skills". The talk covered both perspectives �the interviewee and the interviewer. The lecture examined typical respondent behaviour and the kinds of skills an interviewer must possess in order to be able to interpret the responses received.� The second part of the workshop was attended by practicing librarians as well as student members of MyLISA. � 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 Yahoo! Mail Stay connected, organized, and protected. http://tour.mail.yahoo.com/mailtour.html Take the tour

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Need Title of the Patent
by vijaya kumara 15 May '05

15 May '05

Dear Professionals One of our research scholar, need the title for the following reference Author:Hergenhahn, M Year : 2002 German patent application, DE 2337 we get this information from one of the cross reference So it will be most helpful if any one of you trace the title of this patent and more details on the same. (even the availbility) Regards Dr. Vijayakumar \ \ | / / \ \ ~ ~ / / | @ @ | ---------------oooo------ (_)-------------oooo------------------ Vijayakumar M, HOD - Library, MVJ College of Engineering (an ISO Certified Institution) Channasandra, Bangalore - 560 067, Karnataka, India Tel:+91-80-28452324 Ext. 234 library(a)mvjeducation.com or coolvg(a)gmail.com --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Small Business - Try our new resources site! Dear Professionals � One of our research scholar,�need the title for the following reference Author:Hergenhahn, M Year� : 2002 German patent application, DE 2337 � we get this information from one of the cross reference � So it will be most helpful if any one of you trace the title of this patent and more details on the same.� (even the availbility) � Regards � Dr. Vijayakumar ��\ \ | / / �� \ \� ~� ~ / / �� |� @ @ | ---------------oooo------ (_)-------------oooo------------------ Vijayakumar M, HOD - Library, MVJ College of Engineering�(an ISO Certified Institution) Channasandra, Bangalore - 560 067, Karnataka, India Tel:+91-80-28452324 Ext. 234 mailto:library@mvjeducation.com library(a)mvjeducation.com �or mailto:coolvg@gmail.com coolvg(a)gmail.com Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Small Business - http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=31637/*http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/resources/ Try our new resources site!

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Employment opportunities for Librarians in Goa
by Dr.P.V.Konnur 14 May '05

14 May '05

Dear Friends, The following advertisement published in "Navhind Times" published on 13th May 2004 may of some use to the freshers who are looking for employment opportunities. Thanks, Konnur. MURGAON EDUCATION SOCIETY�S COLLEGE OF ARTS & COMMERCE, ZUARINAGAR, GOA � 403 726 Phone: 0832-2555772 &2556010 Advertisement No.2/13/05/2005 REQUIRED LIBRARIAN Murgaon Education Society�s College of Arts & Commerce invites application from the Indian Nationals for the following post: 1.LIBRARIAN (Open Category Post) Qualifications: 1.Master�s degree in library science/information Science/documentation or an equivalent professional degree with at least 55% of the marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven point scale plus a consistently good academic record. Plus knowledge of computerization of Library. 2.Qualifying in the national-level test conducted for the purpose by the UGC or any other agency approved by the UGC. PAY SCALES: For the post of Librarian are as prescribed by Goa University /UGC/Goa Government from time to time. GENERAL: 1.Persons already employed should forward their application through proper channel. 2.Any break in service should be accounted for 3.Service conditions may vary as per Goa University/Goa Government orders in force from time to time. 4.Incomplete applications may not be considered. Applications clearly stating the Name, Age, and full details of academic Qualifications from SSC onwards indicating the subjects offered, the marks scored and class/division obtained at all public examinations, teaching,experience etc. along with certified true copies of statement of marks certificates/ testimonial, should reach the SECRETARY, NURGAON EDUCATION SOCIETY, C/o., M.E.S. COLLEGE OF ARTS & COMMERCE, ZUARINAGAR, GOA � 403 726, within 15 days (Before27th May 2005) from the date of publication of this advertisement. (D.A.Kamat) Principal Dr.P.V.Konnur, University Librarian, Goa University Library, Taleigao Plateau, Goa - 403 206. Phone: 0832-2456031 (O) 0832-2451008 (R) Discover Yahoo! Use Yahoo! to plan a weekend, have fun online and more. Check it out! http://discover.yahoo.com/

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Webology: Volume 2, Number 1, April, 2005
by Alireza Noruzi 14 May '05

14 May '05

Dear All, apologies for cross-posting firstly. We are pleased to inform you that the third issue of Webology, an OPEN ACCESS journal, is published and is available ONLINE now. This issue contains: ------------------ Editorial -- Saeid Asadi -- http://www.webology.ir/2005/v2n1/editorial3.html ----------------------------------------- Information Search Strategies on the Internet: A critical component of new literacies -- Laurie A. Henry -- http://www.webology.ir/2005/v2n1/a9.html ----------------------------------------- Information searching habits of Internet users: A case study on Medical Sciences University of Isfahan, Iran -- Asefeh Asemi -- http://www.webology.ir/2005/v2n1/a10.html ----------------------------------------- Web Impact Factors for Iranian universities -- Alireza Noruzi -- http://www.webology.ir/2005/v2n1/a11.html ----------------------------------------- Call for Papers: http://www.webology.ir/callforpapers.html ----------------------------------------- Regards, A. Noruzi Department of Information Science University of Paul Cezanne, France --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Make Yahoo! your home page Dear All, apologies for cross-posting firstly. � We are pleased to inform you that the third issue of Webology, an OPEN ACCESS journal, is published and is available ONLINE now. This issue contains: ------------------ Editorial -- Saeid Asadi -- http://www.webology.ir/2005/v2n1/editorial3.html http://www.webology.ir/2005/v2n1/editorial3.html ----------------------------------------- � Information Search Strategies on the Internet: A critical component of new literacies -- Laurie A. Henry -- http://www.webology.ir/2005/v2n1/a9.html http://www.webology.ir/2005/v2n1/a9.html ----------------------------------------- � Information searching habits of Internet users: A case study on Medical Sciences University of Isfahan, Iran -- Asefeh Asemi -- http://www.webology.ir/2005/v2n1/a10.html http://www.webology.ir/2005/v2n1/a10.html ----------------------------------------- � Web Impact Factors for Iranian universities -- Alireza Noruzi -- http://www.webology.ir/2005/v2n1/a11.html http://www.webology.ir/2005/v2n1/a11.html � � ----------------------------------------- Call for Papers:� http://www.webology.ir/callforpapers.html http://www.webology.ir/callforpapers.html � ----------------------------------------- � Regards, A. Noruzi Department of Information Science University of Paul Cezanne, France Do you Yahoo!? http://us.rd.yahoo.com/my/navbar/sethp/*http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs Make Yahoo! your home page

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REPORT of the 7th MANLIBNET Convention held at IIM Kozhikode
by JK Vijayakumar 13 May '05

13 May '05

From: mgsree(a)iimk.ac.in Date: Wed, 11 May 2005 12:43:47 +0530 (IST) To: mgsree(a)iimk.ac.in Subject: REPORT of the 7th MANLIBNET Convention during May 5-7,2005 at IIM Kozhikode Dear Colleagues: On behalf of the President MANLIBNET and on behalf of the Director IIMK, it is my pleasure to present before you the Report of the Rapporteur General which gives a clear picture of the proceedings of the Convention. We acknowledge with thanks the enthusiasm and dedication displayed by the Authors, Participants, Hon'ble Dr. M.K. Muneer, Our distinguished Director of IIMK, Dignitaries who delivered the Keynote address and the Valedictory Address, Our Sessions Chairmen, Our Rapporteur General, Office Bearers of MANLIBNET, our Invited Speakers, our Administration Team, our Library Team, our Computer Center Team, our Engineering Team, and many others who strived hard for making this event a grand success. A PHOTO ALBUM of the event is available at the following address: http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/manlibnet2005/album?.dir=/b1d3&.src=ph&.tok=p… We look forward to meeting you at MANLIBNET 2006. With warm regards, Sreekumar Organizing Secretary, MANLIBNET 2005 - M G Sreekumar Librarian & Head, Center for Development of Digital Libraries (CDDL) Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode Kunnamangalam P.O Kozhikode, Kerala, India-673 571 ----------------------------------------- Phone : +91 495 2809140 Fax : +91 495 2803010/11 Email : mgsree(a)iimk.ac.in Web : www.iimk.ac.in ========================================= Report of the Rapporteur General Mr. H. Anil Kumar, Chief Librarian, Nirma University, Ahmedabad DAY 1 : May 05, 2005 Pre-Convention Tutorial The Pre-Convention Tutorial on the 'Greenstone' Open Source Digital Library software was attended by 36 participants. The tutorial gave a deep insight into the installation, configuration, collection building and customization using the Greenstone software for developing and maintaining digital libraries. Mr. Sreekumar and his team at IIMK conducted the tutorial. The pedagogy was through lectures and demonstrations which was followed by a three-hour practice session. Participants were given the Greenstone software on a CD, along with manuals, installation guidance and soft copies of the lectures. DAY 2 : May 6, 2005 Inaugural Function Welcome by M G Sreekumar, Organizing Secretary, MANLIBNET 2005 and Vice-President, MANLIBNET. Dr. Krishna Kumar, Director, IIMK expressed his delight at the response received by this convention. In his address Dr. Kumar talked about the role of libraries in the highly competitive world. He went on to qualify the term �competitiveness�. In his speech he explained the main factors of competitiveness, like increasing number of competitors, global competitors, power of scaling up by competitors, competitor from any unrelated sector, financial strength, and innovation. In this scenario Dr. Kumar elucidated the role of librarians to overcome issues and challenges like information overload, developing an international perspective, live harmoniously in pressure situations, meet challenges of competition, help develop analytical and conceptual skills among students, and exposure to materials in different languages and making aware such materials to faculty. In his Inaugural Speech, Dr. M.K. Muneer, Minister for Public Works, Govt. of Kerala started with an introduction to the Library Movement in Kerala and Panicker�s contribution to the networking of village libraries. He urged the MANLIBNET to create a KM grid for the nation. He alerted the need for controlling the issue of digital divide. Dr. Muneer also talked about media literacy and critical role of management libraries in creating digital libraries. In his Address, Dr. TAV Murthy, Director, INFLIBNET illustrated the relevance of the theme, provided a briefing on the participants profile, the range of participation, papers included in the convention. Dr. Murthy informed the gathering about the presence of database vendors, aggregators and also about the tutorial conducted on the previous day as a part of the convention. Dr. Murthy gave the audience the perspective of changing scenario for the libraries and role of INFLIBNET in nurturing young minds in the nation. The convention was formally inaugurated with lighting of the lamp by the dignitaries. The convention proceedings was released by Dr. Muneer and the Programme CD was released by Dr. Murthy. Mr. M.M.L. Goyal, President, MANLIBNET proposed the vote of thanks. Keynote address by Dr. TAV Murthy: Technology based knowledge management developments: Threats and opportunities for libraries. Dr. Murthy provided an interesting and the much required global technology perspective to the gathering through this paper. His address reflected the vast experience and expertise of Dr. Murthy in the arena of librarianship, information science, information technology and information policy making. Dr. Murthy also dwelt on the concepts of OAI, Wikipedia, Open Archive, etc. He also gave a brief of digital status of India, its policy directions, Kerala�s initiatives in digitization. Dr. Murthy talked about the strength of India in its young and bright minds, IT leadership and English language. He warned the professionals of the challenges of WTO and IPR. Dr. Murthy summarised his address with reference to nanotechnology and advised the professionals to consider technology, platform and open archive initiatives as soon as possible, to face the challenges of the global competition. Theme paper by Mr. M G Sreekumar on 'Digital Library Initiatives and Issues in India: Efforts on scholarly knowledge management'. The paper discussed various problems, challenges and issues involved in the design and development of standard digital libraries in the Indian context. Sreekumar listed the Indian initiatives by various organisations. He provided an excellent introduction on DL, its design, architecture, features, software, workflow and planning. He shared his experiences at IIMK in implementing DL and provided useful insights in the are. Technical Session I Chair: Dr. Raju Mathew, Head, DLIS, University of Calicut 1. KM in libraries: Designing proposal for implementation by Dr. PR Goswami and Sh. MML. Goyal The paper presented a guideline for implementing a knowledge management project in a social science library. The author (Goyal) described the role of NASSDOC and initiatives taken by NASSDOC in the KM area. He also gave examples of managing reference sources like Census publications. 2. Knowledge Management strategies for effectively managing libraries by Mr. H Anil Kumar. Mr. Anil Kumar provided a framework for KM. The presentation provided an understanding of the basic concepts of KM, types of KM and library focussed application. The presentation suggested a Knowledge Map development and then crafting a plan, developing a design and then implementing the KM in a library. The presentation also provided a list of processes and sub processes in a library environment. 3. GLADIATOR: Cutting edge web service technology to the Indian universities by Mr. Manoj Kumar, Dr. TAV Murthy and Mr. Ankit Shah The paper introduced GLADIATOR for providing Web Services to the academic community of India by sharing bibliographic resources between SOUL and UCMS. It is an application for automated on demand data transfer on requisition. It is aimed at providing security enhancement application which can act as a prototype for future web services. The presentation discussed the Open Standards driving Web Services like XML, SOAP, UDDI, WSDL and TCP/IP, architecture and design of GLADIATOR and future web services. 4. Presentation by EBSCO Mr. Shaji John of BESCO gave a presentation in Business Source Premier and A-Z products Technical Session II Chair: Dr. TAV Murthy 1. Structural and conceptual changes in the information landscape: The new challenges for information professionals by Prof. Saji Gopinath, Chairman, QMOM Area & Associate Professor, IIMK Dr. Saji Gopinath talked about the developments in library vis-a-vis its services, users and their changing needs and impact on Digital libraries. Dr. Saji Gopinath talked about challenges to information professionals and the tools available to tackle these issues. The three themes that he dealt with in the paper were: Structural changes in the information space; transition from information to knowledge and moving from proprietary standards to open standards. He also provided a modified knowledge grid based on his research with 700 respondents. In the third main theme of open standards he raised the issues of financial viability of open standards and suggested a closer look at the concept of open standards. He has suggested models of taking decisions in solving the dilemma of selecting proprietary versus open standards. 2. Knowledge Management: Strategy, technology and application by Mr. Biswajit Saha Mr. Saha provided an overview of KM, strategies of KM and technology aspects of KM. The author also discussed the application of KM in libraries and the role of library and information professionals in the KM process. 3. Digital information services in an undergraduate management college by Ms. Meeta Rathod Ms. Rathod presented a conceptual paper beginning with the fundamental steps for moving towards the DL from a convention library of Business Management College. She shared her personal experiences at her library in Surat. She presented an excellent case of digitising her library functions, sources and services and she went on to elucidate issues and challenges in a small library supporting a business management college. She called for collaborative efforts by library professionals in the endeavor to providing effective services. 4. Presentation by Bharat Book Bureau Mr. M.K. Chettiar of BBB gave a presentation on EIU Viewswire, Country Data 5. Knowledge Management: Strategies for managing the knowledge in the digital age by Mr. G.T. Mahesh Mr. G.T. Mahesh provided a good introduction to knowledge management, types of knowledge, transformation of types of knowledge. Mr. Mahesh also suggested digital library technologies for knowledge transformation, knowledge management strategies, barriers and finally benefits of KM. 6. Knowledge Management and Knowledge Repositories: Role of management libraries by Mr. Kaladhar Arnepalli Providing a perspective of knowledge management for libraries, Mr. Kaladhar, talked about the primary resources of knowledge and knowledge repositories. He mentioned about the requirement for refining knowledge and managing knowledge refineries. He also talked about technologies to be used by library professionals in KM. 7. Emerging Confront for Library and information professionals in KM era by Ms. K. Vinitha, S. Kanthimathi and K. Tharani Devi Ms. Vinitha talked about KM, its process, concept and importance of KM. She listed modules, steps, barriers and prerequisites of KM. She went on to talk about the strong relationship between human resource management and knowledge management in libraries and the challenges and roles for the information professional. 8. Computerisation of library functions and services at IMCC, Pune by Ms. Meenal Oak The paper mainly focussed on the computerisation of library functions and services right from selection of library software. LAN setup, Web access, barcoding of resources and readers tickets and training of staff. Ms. Meenal presented a good case study on library automation. 9. Music Library Management in Knowledge Society by Mr. L. Nithin The author provided an interesting understanding of a music library and he focussed on KM in a music library. Mr. Nithin also dealt with the issues and problems in managing a music library, music information retrieval and future perspectives of music access and retrieval and he also went on to state qualities of a music librarian. DAY 3 : May 7, 2005 MANLIBNET Best Librarian Award 2004 The First MANLIBNET Best Librarian Award (2004) was conferred on Shri Chikkamalliah, Librarian, IIM-B Technical Session III A Chair: Shri Chickmalliah 1. Multimedia Content development for new generation libraries by Mr. Ashok Pathak Mr. Pathak gave an excellent presentation on multimedia, its components/objects, types, image formats, tools for creating multimedia image objects, various digital audio and video formats, multimedia content integration, and comparison of different contents. The presentation was very much relevant for library professionals in adopting multimedia technologies and the best part of the paper was the variety and comprehensive scope of issues covered for the direct benefit of the library professionals. 2. Library capacity building through E-journal consortia: The Indian scenario: M.G. Sreekumar and T. Sunitha Ms. Sunitha talked about the importance of consortia formation with the focus on access to E-Journals. She dealt with the need, benefit and the variety of issues faced by such consortia. Ms. Sunitha listed the Indian initiatives in this direction. She illustrated the various models of library consortia including a conceptual model of National Consortium. 3. Digital archives: Design and development by K R Mulla, A S Shivakumar, Chikkamalliah and M Chandrashekara Mr. K R Mulla talked about the scenario in which libraries are functioning and the importance of digital library. He also talked about the objectives, advantages, design, development, architecture, management issues and developments in digital archive. 4. Organising for digital archiving: A network model at SDMIMD by N S Harinarayan and M V Sunil Mr. Sunil presented the case of SDMIMD, Mysore library and their experience in developing an e-library. Charting an interesting path in attempting to create an e-library, Mr. Sunil talked on a range of issues, right from listing objectives, selecting the software to the implementation and hosting of the portal. 5. Presentation by Balani Infotech Mr. Basawaraj gave a presentation on EMERALD Library Technical Session III B Chair: Mr. Jitender Sharma 1. Institutional Repositories: A new paradigm to sharing information by Gayatri Doctor Ms. Gayatri Doctor talked about institutional repositories, types, digital repositories and components of such institutional repositories. She went on to list some global and Indian initiatives in this direction. Further she gave the participants an idea of search enablers and also benefits of institutional repositories. 2. Library Consortia in India: A successful way by Rajesh Kumar Mr. Rajesh Kumar started with an introduction to Library Consortia, leading to identifying the purpose and objectives of such a consortia. He went explained the formation process, purchasing process in a consortia, types of consortia and finally provided some examples of library Consortia in India. 3. Establishing an integrated & interactive videoconferencing facility at the library of IIM Lucknow by Roshan Lal Raina (presented by Mr. M.U. Raja) The paper shared the IIM-L experience in attempting to establish an videoconferencing facility at the Institute. The paper is an elucidation of the proposal that was submitted by IIM-L to MHRD in 2000 and started in 2003 with details of cost of equipment required for setting up this facility. 4. Presentation by Taylor & Francis Dr. Temjen gave a presentation on Taylor & Francis Journals Technical Session IV Chair Ms. Gayatri Doctor 1. Presentation by Edutech India Ltd. Mr. Sathish gave a presentation of the range of information products handled by M/s. Edutech. 2. Metadata: Automatic generation and extraction by P P Noufal The paper dealt with the importance of metadata and metadata extraction. Starting with defining metadata, Mr. Noufal spoke on the types of metadata, why metadata, characteristics of metadata and the process, developing a metadata system, one of the various frameworks of metadata Dublin Core, automation extraction of metadata and tools for this purpose. 3. Text mining for information retrieval by Jyothiprakash Mr. Jyothiprakash talked about text mining as a tool for information retrieval. Providing the definition, characteristics of text, text mining technology, he also gave an idea of the applications of text mining. 4. Web mining for knowledge resource centers (libraries) by B. Sivakumar, R. Sujatha, R. Solaimalai and K. Rajkumar Mr. B. Sivakumar and Prof. Sujatha showcased a software they had developed to help the librarian in decision making. The software helps them in understanding the users and pattern of usage. Prof. Sujatha talked about the process of developing the system right from crafting the strategy, design, architecture to the implementation of such mining software. She also gave good instances on application of this mining software to facilitate decision making of the librarian. Valedictory Session Chief Guest - Dr. K.R. Srivatsan, Director, IIITMK, Trivandrum Information Systems for Knowledge Enterprises by Dr. K.R. Srivatsan Dr. Srivatsan has stunned the audience not only by his lucid oration on the topic but also by his intense and passionate knowing of the great Dr. S R Ranganathan. Starting from the great SRRanganathan�s vision of libraries to be supermarkets, drawing parallels to supply chain management, ERP and so on he beautifully interpreted the 5 laws of library science. He took us through the journey of a traditional library to digital library. Further he talked about facilitating knowledge management with the digital library. Dr. Srivatsan made an interesting statement that libraries can no longer work in isolation and are the part and parcel of knowledge and intellectual infrastructure. The challenge he feels is in integrating DL into enterprise systems. He says that the library and information professionals will become knowledge officers of every organisation in the future. And this would require modernising the LIS Schools. 5 Laws + 5 Rights + CDRC of KM = Knowledge Interaction Interface (KII) He gave us ample examples of such integration in virtual organisations. He also provided many such avenues and roles that library can play in the KM process. In brief: Papers Presented: TOTAL: 25 1 Keynote Address 2 Theme paper 3 Technical Session I � 3 papers 4 Technical Session II � 8 papers 5 Technical Session III � 8 papers 6 Technical Session IV � 3 7 Valedictory Address Authors not present: 5 Vendor Presentations 5 (EBSCO, BHARATH BOOK BUREAU, BALANI, TAYLOR & FRANCIS, EDUTECH) __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Find what you need with new enhanced search. http://info.mail.yahoo.com/mail_250

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Giving Medical Library its Importance alias The Connectivity
by Sukhdev Singh 13 May '05

13 May '05

[A message sent to Indian Association of Medical Informatics List] A library, be it traditional or digital, has a vital role to play inany institution. I need not emphasis on it here. "..what is alreadyclear is that libraries play a pivotal role in creating, providing,and maintaining long-term access to digital resources. Libraries ofall types actively promote and invest in networked-based programs andservices to ensure that all sectors benefit from meaningful access todigital resources and that importantly, these information resourcesare available to future generations.."[http://www.mlanet.org/government/appropriations/librarycongress.html][1] Role of Library and the Librarian in a Medical Institution can gobeyond its traditional functions. Some people believe that it can evenreduce medical errors.[http://www.healthleaders.com/news/feature1.php?contentid=38058. Thisis due the fact that Medical librarians have: [2]. * Formal knowledge of information resources and how to access them. * The ability to ensure that information is relevant and complete,by applying the formal rules of evidence to data retrieved and knowingstrategies to ascertain that a search is both efficient and thorough. * The skill to weigh conflicting information and reconciledifferences. * Training in critically reviewing published research and gradingthe levels of evidence. * The professional habit of making decisions based on evidencerather than opinion. * The ability to discriminate between types of information sourcesin terms of their currency, format, authority, relevance and availability. * A knowledge of copyright and intellectual property issues,especially with materials retrieved electronically. However, situation of most medical libraries in India is ratherpathetic as compared to academic and research libraries of otherdisciplines. This could be due to these factors: 1. Health being a State Subject and rather poor financial status ofthe States.2. UGC norms does not applies to most Medical Libraries (Hospital) andthus no mandatory Qualifications for Librarians.3. Librarians at low positions in such situations and Tradition ofProfessor - in - Library. The end result is that a library gets very limited resources. And whenit comes to Internet connectivity resources it is natural to "ignore"the Libraries. Improper connectivity coupled with lack of properknowledge of IPR issues may lead to Institutions forcing theLibrarians in indulging illegal and unethical practices. Some of these could be: 1. Photocopying, Binding and Maintaining copies of Books and Journalsburrowed from other institutions or its members.2. Retaining CDROM databases beyond their licensed period. 3. Printing On-line journals [free or fee based] and maintaining themin library for other members.4. Caching Online Websites and maintaining their archives in Libraries.5. Maintaining copies of Licensed Softwares. Now, who would be responsible if legal case is slapped? Definitely theHead of the Institution. We can always argue that copyright laws arenot balanced and always favor the publishing industry. But then, bybeing institutions, are morally and legally bounded by the law of theland. To avoid such unpleasent situations, it is the time to give dueimportance and resources to libraries. Now-a-days, with broad-bandbecoming a reality, It should be mandatory for libraries to InternetConnectivity atleast. In this Digital Era, can you think ofun-connected libraries? If connectivity is to established in anyinstitution, let it begin with library. Let the Charity begin atLibrary instead of Home. I would request the members of IAMI, to promote the development ofMedical Libraries so that all stake holders [Researchers/Practitioners/ Patients/ Administrators/ Publishers] benefit fromthese. It can adopt a resolution to press for: 1. Appointment and Qualified and Well-Paid Librarians in MedicalInstitutions [including hospitals]. With Librarians directlyresponsible to the Head of the Institution. 2. Higher allocation of financial resources to libraries. Investing inmodern digital library technologies.3. Support the Open Access[http://www.earlham.edu/~peters/fos/brief.htm] moment as well asrespect the Copyright Laws. Open-access (OA) literature is digital,online, free of charge, and free of most copyright and licensingrestrictions. What makes it possible is the internet and the consentof the author or copyright-holder. References:1. Statement of Patricia A. Wand, University Librarian, AmericanUniversity on behalf of the American Library Association, Association of ResearchLibraries, American Association of Law Libraries, Medical LibraryAssociation and Special Libraries Association before the Subcommittee on Legislative, House Committee onAppropriations on the FY 2000 Appropriations for the Library of Congress 2. The Role of Medical Librarians in Reducing Medical Errors By J. Michael Homan, for HealthLeaders Online, September 16, 2002http://www.healthleaders.com/news/feature1.php?contentid=38058 Thanks,Sukhdev Singh.Competing Interests: 1. Associated with http://indmed.nic.in & http://medind.nic.in .2. Associated with yet to be released Open Access Project – OpenMED.3. One of the moderator ofhttp://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/indmedtraining/

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MyLISA Monthly Lecture on Interview and Interviewing Skills
by SUNIL M.V. 13 May '05

13 May '05

Mysore Librarians and Information Scientists Association (MyLISA, Mysore) Interview and Interviewing Skills - An Introductory Workshop By Prof. K. Balakrishnan Faculty, SDM Institute for Management Development, Mysore Hon. Secretary, Greater Mysore Management Association, Mysore You are cordially invited Date : 14.05.2005 Time : 3.30 P.M Venue: Vidyanidhi Seminar Hall Dept. of Library and Information Science, Manasagangothri, Mysore-6 MyLISA __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com Mysore Librarians and Information Scientists Association (MyLISA, Mysore ) � � Interview and Interviewing Skills - An Introductory Workshop � By �� Prof. K. Balakrishnan Faculty, SDM Institute for Management Development, Mysore Hon. Secretary, Greater Mysore Management Association, Mysore � You are cordially invited � � Date �� : � 14.05.2005 � Time �� : �� 3.30 P.M � Venue: � Vidyanidhi Seminar Hall Dept. of Library and Information Science, Manasagangothri, Mysore-6 � MyLISA __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com

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Workshop at IIT Bombay - For participants
by Daulat Jotwani 13 May '05

13 May '05

Dear All All the participants registered for the workshop being organized by us (16-20 May 05) have been informed individually. They are advised to contact Security Personnel at the gate (Main gate or Y-point gate)who will guide them to respective guest house/hostel for their accomodation. The registration will start at 9.15 am, and the inauguration of the workshop is scheduled at 10.00 am. The Director, IIT Bombay has kindly agreed to inaugurate the workshop. Wish you a safe and pleasent journey. See you in Mumbai. The venue of workshop is "Institute Auditorium in SOM (SJM School of Management) Building. Thanks. -- Daulat Jotwani Librarian Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay Powai, Mumbai 400076 Phone 91-22-25768920, 91-22-25720227

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Vacancy at TCS Hyderabad
by Mailing List Manager 12 May '05

12 May '05

Date: Thu, 12 May 2005 11:30:53 +0530 From: geetha.v(a)tcs.com TCS Ltd presents you with an opportunity to be part of a US $ 2 Billion dollar company providing IT & business consulting to over 1000 clients across 55 countries. Tata Consultancy Services Limited (TCS) is the world-leading information technology consulting, services, and business process outsourcing organization. Started in 1968, today it has a presence in 32 countries across 5 continents and is one of the world's leading Information Technology companies. Six of the Fortune Top 10 companies are among the valued customers. TCS has an efficient library system with 40 libraries in India & abroad, handled by more than 60 professionals. It is currently looking for a dynamic candidate to head its branch library at their facility at Madhapur, Hyderabad which houses about 3000 software professionals. Designation : Assistant Manager, Library & Information Services Qualification: MLISc or equivalent, special programs like NCSI, PGDLAN, Fulbright, etc will be an added advantage. Exposure to latest IT & management tools, good communication skills with efficient leadership qualities are a prerequisite. Experience: 7-10 years of relevant experience Remuneration : Will match the best in the industry. Candidates who meet the requirements only may apply by 30th May 2005. Resume ( with photographs) may be mailed to: geetha.v(a)tcs.com or sent by post to the below address. Ms.Geetha Venkatraman , Sr Manager Sr Manager - Library & Information Services Tata Consultancy Services Limited SJM Towers, No. 18, Seshadri Road, 6th Cross, Gandhinagar , Bangalore - 560 009, India _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Notice: The information contained in this e-mail message and/or attachments to it may contain confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient, any dissemination, use, review, distribution, printing or copying of the information contained in this e-mail message and/or attachments to it are strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us by reply e-mail or telephone and immediately and permanently delete the message and any attachments. Thank you

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National workshop on Digital Library
by Mailing List Manager 12 May '05

12 May '05

Date: 12 May 2005 04:03:07 -0000 From: SHRI RAM <learning_resource_center(a)rediffmail.com> � Dear Sir, Thanks for your kind effort for creating interaction among LIS professional. I kindly request you to flash this message to our professional colleagues for active participation in this program. National workshop on Building Digital Library , June 17-18, 2005 at Jaypee institute of Information Technology(Deemed university), Noida.U.P. Further information may be referred on www.jiit.ac.in Organizer: Learning resource Centre, Jaypee Institute of Information Technology The Resource person Eminent and experienced faculty from reputed organizations like, IITs, DRTC, DELNET, Universities & JIIT will be delivering lectures & demonstrating the digital library concepts & case studies Last Date: 10/05/2005 Number of participants: In order to provide individual attention and training facilities, the workshop is confined to limited number of participants on first come first serve basis. Sponsored candidates will be preferred Course Contents: Digital Libraries: Scenario, Strategy, Infrastructure and their Applications Building Digital Libraries Overview and application of DSpace Collections Development through Open Sources and Search Engines Metadata- Dublin Core Creation of a Digital Resource Institute Repositories Digital Rights Management Electronic Security System- Bar-coding and Smart Card Application Development of Web based Library and Information Services. Digital Solutions from Information Industries Who can attend: This training program will be useful to library and information professionals, IT Professionals, Academicians, Research Scholars, Students, Information entrepreneurs and e-content developers. Contact address: Mr. Sanjay Kataria Organizing Secretary Jaypee Institute of Information Technology (Deemed University) A-10, Sector-62, Noida (UP)-210307 Phone: 0120-2400973 to 976 Ext. 251 Cell phone: 09810503341 Fax: 0120-2400986 Email: sanjay.kataria@jiit.ac.in,lib_scholar@rediffmail.com Thanks and regards! Shri ram Jaypee University of Information Technology Waknaghat, Distt-Solan (HP)- 173 215 Ph 01792 239 242 Shri Ram Learning Resource Center Jaypee University of Information Technology Waknaghat, Distt-Solan (HP) PIN-173 215, Phone: 01792 239 242

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Towards moderanizing LIS education- An approch of Dept. of LISc, University of Mysore
by shashi kumar 12 May '05

12 May '05

Dear Sir/Madam, Glad to inform u that recently Dept of LISc, University of Mysore, has conducted on line test to its students. really a good effort towards modernising LIS education. One of the student was able to attend the test via Internet sitting in his hometown.Such kind of an effort really helps to learn more about cutting-edge technologies and its implications in LISC. A good approach we all benefited lot from this. we hope that such kinds of efforts will continue and helps to compete in the global village. thanks to the chairperson and all the faculty of Dept of LIS. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Kowledge is productive only when it is applied to make a difference" -Peter Drucker Shashi Kumar A.A. Yahoo! India Matrimony: Find your life partneronline. Dear Sir/Madam, Glad to inform u that recently Dept of LISc, University of Mysore, has conducted on line test to its students. really a good effort towards modernising LIS education. One of the student was able to attend the test via Internet sitting in his hometown.Such kind of an effort really helps to learn more about cutting-edge technologies and its implications in LISC. A good approach we all benefited lot from this. we hope that such kinds of efforts will continue and helps to compete in the global village. thanks to the chairperson and all the faculty of Dept of LIS. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Kowledge is productive only when it is applied to make a difference" -Peter Drucker Shashi Kumar A.A. http://in.rd.yahoo.com/specials/mailtg/*http://yahoo.shaadi.com/india-matri… Yahoo! India Matrimony : Find your life partner http://in.rd.yahoo.com/specials/mailtg2/*http://yahoo.shaadi.com/india-matr… online .

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Fw: [SOAF] Medical researchers bankroll innovative online database
by Subbiah Arunachalam 11 May '05

11 May '05

Friends: Good news for biomedical researchers! When will we do a similar thing in India and the rest of the Third World? The technology is available, and all the software needed is free. The costs are low and the benefits great. All we need to do is to make up our minds! Arun [Subbiah Arunachalam] Medical researchers bankroll innovative online database Richard Wray Wednesday May 11, 2005 The Guardian http://www.guardian.co.uk/business/story/0,3604,1480943,00.html Some of Britain's leading medical research funders have banded together to finance the country's most comprehensive online repository of medical knowledge. The multimillion-pound UK PubMed Central project is a big boost to proponents of open access to scientific research. It will enable academic researchers to post papers published either online or in subscription-based scientific journals, on a single searchable database which anybody can access free. The project is being bankrolled by a group of medical funders including the Wellcome Trust, the British Heart Foundation and the Arthritis Research Campaign with the support of the Joint Information Systems Committee, an expert advisory body indirectly funded by government. The group yesterday called for organisations interested in running the database to submit tenders for the project by June 10. They plan to create a permanent, freely accessible digital archive of peer-reviewed papers as a result of research they have funded. The archive will be similar to PubMed Central, the US-based open access repository, which launched in 2000 and is run by the national center for biotechnology information, a division of the national library of medicine at the US national institutes of health, one of the largest backers of medical research in the world. UK PubMed Central will use the same software as its US counterpart and include a fully searchable archive of articles from both sites. It will also provide links to other online resources, such as gene databases, which will allow academics and physicians to read recent research papers and view the data on which they are based. "We are committed to achieving the maximum impact from the research we fund, making the findings accessible to those who most want to see them," said Dr Mark Walport, director of the Wellcome Trust. Professor Jeremy Pearson, associate medical director at the British Heart Foundation, added: "The BHF supports the principle of free public access to the published research it has funded." --

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How to search Hindi content on internet
by pradeep kumar 11 May '05

11 May '05

Dear all professionals I provide information service to Members of Parliament of India. some MPs demand information on topics which are not avilable in print format in Hindi. So how one can find Hindi content on web and what are the requirements & techniques for it. waiting for sharp positive response. Thanking you PRADEEP KUMAR REFERENCE DIVISION PARLIAMENT LIBRARY OF INDIA NEW DELHI __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com Dear all� professionals � I provide information service to Members of Parliament of India. some MPs demand information on topics which are not avilable in print format in Hindi. So how one can find Hindi content on web and what are the requirements & techniques for it. � waiting for sharp positive response. Thanking you � PRADEEP KUMAR REFERENCE DIVISION PARLIAMENT LIBRARY OF INDIA NEW DELHI __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com

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