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IATLIS 2011 Conference: Call for papers
by HPS Kalra 05 May '11

05 May '11

Call for papers: IATLIS 2011Conference Theme: LIS Education, Research and training (LISERT): Vision 2020 Many issues and concerns have evolved in last few years in a rapidly changing scenario of LIS Education, Research and training (LISERT). Library Education is now more than100 years old in India, and it is time to take stock of the present situation to develop a vision for the near future. In order to discuss these issues and concerns, IATLIS has decided to organize the XVIII IATLIS National Conference on the theme ‘LIS Education, Research and Training: Vision 2020’ in 2011. Sub-themes: These sub-themes are not exhaustive, rather indicative only. 1 Critical analysis of 100 years of Library education in India to develop a sustainable vision for future. 2 Relevance of LIS education to job-market. 3 LIS Education – modes and methods 4 LIS Research and publication 5 Continuous Professional Education and Training 6. Impact of ICTs on LIS Education and Research 7. Restructuring of LIS Education 8. Partnership and collaboration 9. Faculty and infrastructural requirements with special reference to developing learning resources in Indian languages. 10. Accreditation and quality control in LIS Education Articles and research papers on the above sub-themes and other topics related to the theme are invited to reach the IATLIS headquarters in hard copy and also as an email attachment latest by 31 August 2011 at the following address: The General Secretary Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science C/o Department of Library & Information Science First Floor, Arts Block no. 1, Punjabi University, Patiala 147 002 Punjab INDIA. Email: IATLIS2011(a)GMAIL.COM ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Harinder Pal Singh Kalra Reader Department of Library & Information Science Punjabi University, Patiala 147 002 Punjab INDIA. and Joint Secretary, Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ADINET Seminar 2011
by Pragnya Pathak 05 May '11

05 May '11

Dear Lis-forum Moderator, Please circulate / announce the following message regarding ADINET Annual Seminar 2011 to Lis-forum members. Thanking You, Ms. P.J. Pathak Librarian –SF, Institute for Plasma Research and Member, Working Group, ADINET. Dear Professional Colleagues This is to inform you all that ADINET in collaboration with INFLIBNET & AMA is Celebrating the birth anniversary of Dr. S. R. Ranganathan (Father of LIS in India) as Librarians' Day on Saturday 6 August 2011. About the Seminar The Seminar theme is *'Networking of Libraries in Gujarat for Resource Sharing'* The sub-themes are: Need and Importance of Networking Areas of Collaboration: Activities and Services Technology Aspects Skills and Competencies Required for Networking Venue: H. T. Parekh Convention Centre, Ahmedabad Management Association, ATIRA Campus, Dr. V. S. Marg, Ahmedabad Last date for Registration: 20 July, 2011 *Papers Invited:* All LIS professionals who wish to submit papers on the Seminar Theme are requested to do so before the end of May 2011. *Only original work with Abstract and Bibliographical References *will be accepted. Please send the paper as an e-mail attachment to alibnet(a)gmail.com in MSWORD format. 1. Paper Size : A4 2. Margins : Top 1” Bottom 1” Left 2” Right 1” 2. Font: Arial with main and subheadings =bold 3. Font Size: 10 for text and 14 for title 4. Maximum length: 5000 words Last date for Paper Submission : 31 May, 2011 Registration details, Programme Outline and E-brochure is available at http://www.alibnet.org/events/LibDay11/LIBRARIAN_S_DAY-2011.pdf The duly filled-in registration forms should be sent to: Ms. Rhoda Bharucha Hon. Director Ahmedabad Library Network (ADINET) Opp. Gujarat University Guest House, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad - 380 009 Phone: 079-26305630/26300368/26305971 Email: alibnet(a)gmail.com URL: http://www.alibnet.org -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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panel of experts for evaluation of research/publication material
by ZAHID WANI 05 May '11

05 May '11

Dear All Kashmir university is contemplating to update the panel of experts for evaluation of research/publication material. Interested persons with designation of professor and associate professor in LIS can send their short profile with following details Name of Expert:_____________ Specialization: ____________ Department/Center/Institution where serving___________ Name of the University__________ Home Address__________ Email address___________________ Phone No (Office/residence)______________ Mobile No__________________ to zahidrais(a)gmail.com or zahid(a)kashmiruniversity.ac.in With regards Dr. Zahid Ashraf Wani Assistant Professor Department of Library & Information Science, University of Kashmir, J&K Cell:91-9596410521 -- 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 05 May '11

05 May '11

Dear Members, If any library have access to the fallowing paper kindly send me the same. Indian Journal of Forestry. 33(2):275-284. Grass species of Bhadra wildlife sanctuary in Karnataka,India. Vasanthakumari et al Regards Obaiah B. ATREE, Bengaluru-56 -- 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 Koha
by surbhi sahni 04 May '11

04 May '11

Indian Institute of Advanced Study, Shimla will be conducting a One-Day Workshop on “DELNET: Resources, Services & Facilities” in collaboration with the DELNET on Friday, May 27, 2011 at Indian Institute of Advanced Study, Rashtrapati Niwas, Shimla-171005. During the workshop, participants would be given hands on practice on installation of Koha Software: An Open-source Integrated Library Management System. The customised version of the Software will be given to the participants. Library and Information Science professionals, Students, Faculties, etc working in any type of organisation or library can participate in this one day workshop. The workshop participation fee is Rs. 250/- per participant for Member Institutions. The participation fee per participant from Non-Member institutions is Rs. 350/-. Interested participants can send registration fee through a demand draft in favour of “DELNET” payable at New Delhi or by cash on the spot. Those interested can confirm their participation by sending an email to Dr. Sangeeta Kaul, Network Manager, DELNET at sangskaul2003(a)yahoo.co.in as early as possible or at mobile: 09810329992 Tel no. 011-26742222, 26741266. You may also contact Local Coordinator: Mr. Prem Chand, Librarian, Indian Institute of Advanced Study, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh Tel : 0177-2830105 Mob:09816016593 Email: chanprem(a)gmail.com Outstation members interested in getting help in booking accommodation should contact the local coordinator. -- Prem Chand Librarian Commonwealth Professional Fellow 2007 Indian Institute of Advanced Study Rashtrapati Nivas, Shimla - 171 005 Himachal Pradesh http://www.iias.org 0177- 0177-2830105 Cell: 09816016593, 09418045822 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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DRDO CEPTAM Exam - reg.
by prabhu s 04 May '11

04 May '11

Dear Sir/Madam, I want DRDO - CEPTAM Library Science Previous Year Question Papers. If anybody have a question paper, please send me. It is very useful to me for preparing DRDO CEPTAM Exam. Kindly suggest how to prepare for DRDO CEPTAM Library Science Exam. Regards S.Prabhu -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for Papers
by M. Ram 04 May '11

04 May '11

Dear Professionals, The following papers are required for our researchers. Kindly send to me if available. 1. Aghazadeh and Ayoub, 1985 F. Aghazadeh and M.M. Ayoub, A comparison of dynamic and static-strength models for prediction of lifting capacity, Ergonomics 28 (1985), pp. 1409–1417. Full Text via CrossRef | View Record in Scopus | Cited By in Scopus (15) 2. Asfour et al., 1985 S.S. Asfour, M.M. Ayoub and A. Mital, Computer models for energy cost prediction of manual lifting and lowering, Computers and Industrial Engineering 9 (1985), pp. 376–379. 3. Ayoub, 1992 M.M. Ayoub, Problems and solution in manual material handling: the state of art, Ergonomics 35 (1992), pp. 713–728. Full Text via CrossRef | View Record in Scopus | Cited By in Scopus (31) 4. Fernandez, 1991 J.E. Fernandez, M.M. Ayoub and J.L. Smith, Psychophysical lifting capacity over extended periods, Ergonomics 34 (1991), pp. 23–32. Full Text via CrossRef | View Record in Scopus | Cited By in Scopus (11) 5. Ciriello and Snook, 1983 V.M. Ciriello and S.H. Snook, A study of size, distance, height and frequency effects on manual handling tasks, Human Factors 25 (1983), pp. 473–483. View Record in Scopus | Cited By in Scopus (48) 6.Ciriello et al., 1990 V.M. Ciriello, S.H. Snook, A.C. Blick and P.L. Wilkinson, The effects duration on psychophysically determined maximum acceptable weights and forces, Ergonomics 33 (1990), pp. 187–200. Full Text via CrossRef | View Record in Scopus | Cited By in Scopus (62) Thanking You Dr Mange Ram Dr.Mange Ram Deputy Librarian & Incharge University Library Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed University), Dayalbagh Agra-5 (UP)INDIA Mail: mram72ster(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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temporary project trainee
by ksc＠library.iisc.ernet.in 04 May '11

04 May '11

JRD Tata Memorial Library, IISc, Bangalore INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR TEMPORARY PROJECT TRAINEES Chudamani Advertisement No.L/L-3A/2010 dated 28th April, 2010 Number of positions FIVE (Gen-3, SC-1, OBC-1) Duration One year. The duration will be extended or reduced at the discretion of the authorities. Minimum Qualification BLISc from a recognised Univerity or Diploma in Library & Information Science under 10+2+2 years of study, awarded by Department of Technical Education, Government of Karnataka. Or Job Oriented Course (JOC) in Library & Information Science under 10+2 years of study awarded by Directorate of Vocational Education, Government of Karnataka. The candidates should have secured at least Second Class or equivalent grade (Pass Class or equivalent grade in case of SC/ST candidates) in Diploma or JOC. Sound knowledge in Library activities and basic knowledge of computers is desirable. Job Description The selected candidate has to carry out the routine house keeping activities in the library like : 1. Re-shelving of the used documents 2. Maintenance of the stack area of the library 3. Stock verification 4. any other work assigned from time to time Emoluments Consolidated emoluments of Rs.4, 000/- (Rupees three thousand only) per month. General conditions 1. Those who possess the qualification as on the date of advertisement can apply. However, those who are in the final semester can also apply provided they get their certificate/s before the last date fixed, i.e., 31.07.2010. 2. The selected candidates should be prepared to work in any of the three shifts including night shift and holidays. 3. No accommodation will be provided on the campus. Candidates who fulfill the above qualification requirements and are desirous to be considered strictly on the aforesaid conditions may apply in the enclosed application format along with Photocopies of Marks Cards, Caste Certificate in case of SC or OBC. OBC in this context refers only to communities recognized as 'Backward Class under the Government of India' and applicants under this category should enclose along with application form a photocopy of 'Certificate to be produced by other Backward Classes applying for appointment to posts under the Government of India'. Specimen copy is enclosed herewith. If the caste certificate is not submitted in this format, the Institute is constrained to treat them under General Category. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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DRTC Students Colloquium (2)
by drtc＠isibang.ac.in 04 May '11

04 May '11

INDIAN STATISTICAL INSTITUTE Documentation Research and Training Centre 8TH Mile, Mysore Road Bangalore 560059 DRTC Colloquium (2) 2010-2012 IMAGE RETRIEVAL: TECHNIQUE AND CHALLENGES Abstract: With the explosion of information from 20th century and invention of electronic gadgets storing, capturing and manipulating images have gained momentum. Human vision is very complex and we can recognize any object after seeing it through cognition but its very tough for a computer to characterize and recognize any object. Over the past decades, ambitious projects have been undertaken to make computer understand, index, classify and annotate a picture which representing many ideas, thoughts and others. A machine can learn only through texture, pattern, color, pattern by applying algorithms. Now, more emphasis is given on Context Based Image Retrieval (CBIR) for analysis, matching patterns, clustering objects and for identification. Image information is very crucial for GIS, surveillance, space research, criminal investigation and many others. Still user satisfaction is poor and lot more research is needed. Here we are trying to give an overall idea and research direction of image retrieval. TOPICS SPEAKERS 1. Inroduction Anindya Basu 2. CBIR Usashi Chatterjee 3. Digital Library Context Shailesh Verma 4. Image Databases Madhuryamay Das 5. Research direction and conclusion Saiph Musthafa Venue: DRTC Classroom Date: 6th May,2011 Time: 2.00pm All are cordially invited M. Krishnamurthy Colloquium Coordinator -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Questionnaire on Social Networking Tools for Information Services
by Xcellon Library 04 May '11

04 May '11

Dear Professionals, I need your favor "Please take a few minutes to complete the Social Media Questionnaire so that I may gather a few information ." link for questionnaire https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dHcwd0VlZ0NzLWRrYTBRdkhzeG… <https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dHcwd0VlZ0NzLWRrYTBRdkhzeG…> Your few min is too much important for me. your cooperation is anticipated Thank you warm regards, Maulik Gandhi Librarian Xcellon Education Limited Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat, India. E-mail : library.corp(a)xcelloninstitute.com "Please don't print this e-mail unless you really need to. Save Paper, Save Trees" -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer The information contained in this e-mail message and / or attachments to it may contain confidential or privileged information of Xcellon Institute Limited and / or its group companies. 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 is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us by reply e-mail or telephone and immediately delete / destroy the message and / or any attachments permanently. Any views or opinions presented in this e-mail are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the company. Employees of the company are expressly required not to make defamatory statements and not to infringe or authorize any infringement of copyright or any other legal right by e-mail communication. Any such communication is contrary to company policy and outside the scope of the employment of the individual concerned. The company will not accept any liability in respect of such communication. No employee or associate is authorized to conclude any binding agreement on behalf of Xcellon Institute with another party by e-mail without expressly written confirmation of the company. Warning-Computer viruses can be transmitted via e-mail. The recipient should check this e-mail and any attachment for the presence of viruses. The company has taken every reasonable precaution to minimize this risk, and is not liable for any damage you may sustain as a result of any virus in this e-mail. You should carry out your own virus checks before acting upon the e-mail or any attachment to it. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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