SALIS 20007 National Conference on Future Technologies on Empowering LIS Professionals Organised by SALIS & Anna University, Chennai Themes RFID - Concepts, type of Antennas, Readers, EAS, labels , integration, implementation , case studies, problems and solutions Smart Card - Storage, identification, applications, integrations, etc Biometrics - Application for user authentication Smart Card - Storage, identification, applications, integrations, etc Biometrics - Application for user authentication Wi-fi - Connectivity, application, LAN, Intranet, application in LIS centres Storage Devices - types, data back-up, security ,etc Digital Libraries of the Future ? Design, methodology, planning, digital initiatives, HW/SW, standards and formats, metadata, institutional repositories, open source initiatives, networking of libraries, consortia, knowledge management, digital futures and roles of the Libraries E-Resources- E-books, e-journals, access mechanism, pricing policy and e- publishing, standards, etc Scanning Technology - Types of scanners, resolution, file size, format, OCR, application in LIS centres. Digital Preservation - Preservation methods/types, planning, etc Preservation of Printed Documents ? Application of technology, methods, procedures and durability Wikipedia, Weblogs, Search Engines, Web OPAC, Semantic Web ? Feature, function, ontology, trend and use WEB 2.0 and Library 2.0 ? Key principles, model, design and implementation of library services. Web based Library Services and Portal: Design, service and implementation Bibliomining ? Technology, trends and application Content Management Systems ? Design, methodology, strategies, implications and solutions E-Learning- Design, methods, implementation Information Literacy - For effective utilization of Library resources Copyrights in the Network World ? Standard practice, rights, ownership issues, protection and practical implications Management of Technologies - Threats and challenges digital divide, technology threat, HW/SW technology absorption, cost, implementation etc Re-defining the Library ? Challenges facing libraries, design, methodology, change and strategic management, etc User Needs & Expectations in the Future and Opportunities ? User requirements and expectations, factors influencing the opportunities - knowledge societies, global competition, etc. Future Research in LIS ? Trends and developments Professional Development, Skills and Training: Skill building, technical communication, IT, managerial and soft skills; staff development; leadership, training opportunities, role of professional associations & institutions. Experts from various parts of the country have been invited to present their experience through invited keynote papers in each session, which will also be included in the conference proceedings. Pre -Conference Tutorials Topic: RFID: Technology, Implementation and Integration Date: 9th Aug 2007 (10.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m) Topic: Institutional Repositories Date: 9th Aug 2007 (02.30 p.m. to 5.00 p.m) Panel Discussion Topic: Institutional Repositories: 11th Aug 2007 at 04.00 p.m Spot Registration will be done.( Kinly register your name by e-mail or by tel.no. Amount can be paid on the spot.) Registration Fee Category Amount Rs. Conference & Tutorials Individual Conference + 1 Tutorial 1400.00 Individual Conference + 2 Tutorials 1600.00 Deputed Conference + 1 Tutorial 1900.00 Deputed Conference + 2 Tutorials 2200.00 Conference Individual 1000.00 Deputed 1500.00 Tutorial 1 Tutorial 500.00 2 Tutorials 800.00 50 % concession will be given to regular students and trainees in the registration fee. Non-member has to pay Rs.100/extra. The registration fees may be paid through D.D. in favour of the 'Organizing Secretary, SALIS 2007: FTEP payable at Chennai, addressed to the organizing secretary. Accommodation The delegates will be provided accommodation in the nearby institutions (if available) and also in hotels on twin basis on advance payment on first cum first basis. The tariff on daily basis ranging from Rs.300 to Rs.2000 with both non-A/C and A/C accommodations. Accommodation can be provided for the family members on additional payment in advance Transport The Anna University is about 12 km away from Chennai Central Railway Station and 10 km from Chennai airport. The call taxi, auto, bus are available from all parts of the city. Delegates are requested to report their arrival to the reception counter at the Central Railway Station. The volunteers will be there to guide them and the transport to the venue will be available from 9th August 2007 morning onwards. Address for communication regarding registration, accommodation and sponsorship and submission of Papers Dr. K. Nithyanandam Organizing Secretary & Special Officer Uinversity Library Anna University Guindy Chennai- 600 025, Tamil Nadu E-Mail : k_nithyanandam@yahoo.co.in, k_nithyanandam@annauniv.edu salis_info@yahoo.co.in Phone : 044-2021382, Cell: 9444337936/9444109089 URL : www.annauniv.edu http://autolib-india.net/salis ----------------------------------- A.Hariharan SALIS ____________________________________________________________________________________ Choose the right car based on your needs. Check out Yahoo! Autos new Car Finder tool. http://autos.yahoo.com/carfinder/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.