Showing papers in "Annals of Library and Information Studies in 2005"

Research contributions and impact of research of indian institute of technology, roorkee, 1993 to 2001

Abstract: The paper suggests a methodology for studying the quantitative profile of a research and teaching institute, with a view to get idea about its major research contributions, performance and impact in different fields of S&T (Science and Technology). A number of quantitative and qualitative indicators have been used for studying the relative performance of the institute across various subject fields. Concludes that the three subjects, namely mathematics, biology and clinical medicine, although contributing smaller number of papers, secured first three ranks in terms of average normalized impact factor per paper. They have also done fairly well in terms of percentage of collaborative papers, but faired badly in terms of contributing to high quality papers, with the exception of clinical medicine. These three fields have performed the best in terms of publication effectiveness index.

Publication productivity of the bio-organic division at bhabha atomic research centre : A scientometric study

Abstract: Attempts to analyse quantitatively 475 papers published by the Bio-Organic Division of Bhabha Atomic Research Centre during 1972–2002 in various domains like Synthesis (202), Bioorganic Chemistry (100), Biotechnology (70), Natural Products (53), Waste Management (30), Supra-molecular Chemistry (18) and Organic Spectroscopy (2) The highest number of publications in a year were 38 in 2001 The average number of publications per year was 153 and the highest collaboration coefficient 10 was found in the years 1972,1976-1977,1980-1985,1987,1989-1990 and 1993 The most prolific authors were: A Banerji (125), V R Mamdapur (93), S Chattopadhyay (86), M S Chadha (61), S K Nayak (37), A Chattopadhyay (30), L P Badheka (26), G J Chintalwar (26), SK Ghosh (25), and N B Mulchandani (25) The core journals preferred by the scientists to publish their papers include: Indian Journal of Chemistry-B (56), Tetrahedron Letters (20), Synthetic Communications (15), Journal of Organic Chemistry (14), Biotechnology Letters (12), Phytochemistry (12), Tetrahedron Asymmetry (11), Journal of Chemical Society- Perkin Transactions –I (10) and Molecules(10)

READING HABITS OF FACULTY MEMBERS IN NATURAL SCIENCES: A CASE STUDY OF UNIVERSITY OF DELHl

Abstract: The present study on reading habitk of faculty members is based on a user survey carried out at University of Delhi. Factors affecting the reading habits, average time spent in library, sources used in library, etc. were stpdied.

Bibliometric'study of research publication trends among indian food scientists and technologists

Abstract: This study highlights the collaborative research and authorship trend in the area of food science and technology in India. The present study has revealed that collaborative research was preferred to solo research in the area of food science in India and the degree of collaboration was found to be 0.91. The average number of authors per paper also showed an upward trend from 4.89 in 1994 to 8.2 in 2003. The publication pattern from different institutions has also been studied to determine the pattern of contributions from the different organizations and institutions.

Bibliometric analysis of 'fiber optics' literature

Abstract: The objective of this study is to analyse the global output of 'fiber optics' research. Articles covered in the Ei-Tech Index database covering the period 1999-2003 have been considered for the study. Growth of literature year wise, country wise, authorship pattern, bibliographic forms, ranking of core journals and nature of research have been analysed.

Digital technology and libraries: a copyright law approach

Abstract: Digital technology gives libraries an excellent opportunity to improve their services. It also provides new ways of preservation and dissemination of library collections. But the different stages of digitisation of the materials in a library involve many copyright issues. There are legal problems and purely practical ones such as locating the owner of copyright. Librarians need to take note of these problems and explore possible solutions. This paper attempts to focus attention on the major copyright problems involved in digitisation of library collections.

Citation mapping of published literature on embelia ribes

Abstract: Vidang, a well known drug in ayurvedic system of medicine, is obtained from the medicinal plant, Embelia ribes. Through citation mapping, a comprehensive bibliography has been compiled to study the research work done on this plant in India. Citation maps allow browsing through titles, and provides the users with some directions into the information available. It may be useful for researchers to identify areas where there could be more scientific study.

The scattering of articles over a journal system as observed from the viewpoint of Bose-Einstein statistics

Abstract: Rank vs number-of-articles distribution pattern of a journal system has been investigated from the viewpoint of Bose-Einstein statistics assuming a subject as equivalent to a phase space, a specific or microsubject as equivalent to a phase cell and corresponding journals as the Bose-Einstein particles.

A rationale for Lotka's law : An examination of empirical data

Abstract: A number of attempts have been made in the past to describe scientific productivity. These studies suggest that law of scientific productivity follows an inverse law of growth and measures- the frequency of occurrence of scientific output. In this paper, Lotka's law of scientific productivity among authors and within institutions has been examined with the help of empirical data. Based on these findings an attempt is made to rationalise the law.

Information use pattern of indian forestry scientists: a bibliographic study

Abstract: Citation pattern of research papers published during 2000 to 2002 in the Indian Journal of Forestry is studied. Of the total 3798 citations appended to 252 research papers, the highest of 60% citations are from journals followed by that from books and monographs (28%) and from technical reports (5%). The obsolescence factor of forestry literature is found to be 17-18 years. Forestry literature complies with the Bradford's Law of Scattering. Based on the number of citations received, rank list of forestry journals published from India as well as abroad is prepared.

How Indian scientists collaborate in patenting

Abstract: There are very few studies on collaboration in patenting in India. The understanding of collaboration in patenting is important for R&D (Research & Development) managers in order to effectively organize R&D teams and distribute the benefits that may result from such collaborations. The paper looks into the nature of international collaboration in patenting, specially, the contributions by scientists from India. It also indicates the pattern of collaboration while patenting in India, particularly, reflecting upon the case of CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research). It shows that there is significant amount of contribution by inventors from India in collaboration with inventors from other countries in patenting. There is a gradual decline in individual inventor patents from India. The contribution by teams of three inventors is maximum. The R&D managers should take initiatives to manage collaborations among individual researchers - bringing them together, creating healthy relationships among them and improving the work environment by minimizing and resolving the bottlenecks during collaboration.

Knowledge communication in Tagore's model for rural reconstruction : An overview

Abstract: Rabindranath Tagore, the world-famous poet, is also considered as the pioneer of rural development programme in India. He started rural reconstruction project at Sriniketan in 1921 aiming to make villagers self-reliant and self-respecting, and competent to make efficient use of resources for the fullest development of their physical, social, economic and intellectual potential and abilities; and to get them acquainted with the cultural tradition of their own. For this purpose Tagore laid full emphasis on collection and dissemination of information. The present paper is an attempt to highlight how information on rural Bengal was collected, disseminated and utilized for preparing rural development plan and its implementation. It also tries to highlight the functions of the Rural Reconstruction Centre to the dissemination of information to rural masses.

Approaches to knowledge management in higher education

Abstract: Educational, learning and research organizations are faced with challenging situation of managing knowledge. The paper highlights different approaches of knowledge management through knowledge sharing that can be followed in educational institutions.

Ranking function for query based digital information retrieval

Abstract: The paper discusses the problems of information retrieval in digital environment and presents a mathematical model for ranking the retrieved records based on the weight of the keywords.

Inference engine for devices of colon classification in AI based automated classification system

Abstract: This paper presents the use of various devices enunciated in Colon Classification (CC) to sharpen any isolate idea, especially when a new subject enters into the universe of subjects. Discusses their helpfulness in the automatic classification system, the Viswamitra, designed using Artificial Intelligence techniques with the help of PROLOG language. Discusses the procedure of building numbers for compound isolates using superimposition devices, alphabetical devices, geographic devices etc. Some suggestions are also made to rethink about the rule for alphabetical devices. For example, the system suggests to pick up the first three letters of a single worded term, first two letters from each word of a binomial term and the first letter from each word of a multinomial term to build isolate number using alphabetical device. Suggests some modifications in Colon Classification so that the concept of Analytico Synthetic Classification is used elaborately for information retrieval in the age of ontology.

Revamping agriculture library and information services in india : retrospect and prospect

Abstract: Discusses the state of agriculture libraries in India and evaluates parameters such as need for Agriculture Library Association, Automation and Networking, Agriculture Documentation Centre, professional development of library staff, professional status etc., and suggests measures for improvement of library services.

Encryption of electronic documents in digital libraries : Document protection over the network

Abstract: Digital libraries provide mechanism for the distribution of electronic documents. The tasks of a digital library are not limited to establishing a secure communication channel, but extended to the protection of electronic documents even after the transfer. The solutions proposed in this area are based on the use of cryptographically secured containers. Therefore, the requirements are some mechanisms to ensure the security of documents (classified as well as non-classified) which can be distributed among end-users having varied requirements. The scope of this paper is not only limited to a particular library, but it will prove beneficial to all the libraries, because, unless its usability can be realized everywhere, the very existence of such a concept will be crippled. In this paper, document protection is discussed, which is to be wrapped in a secure cryptographic envelope with the help of MD5 and Hash Functions as well as Digital Signature Techniques.

Time interval for scholarly publications : A case study of University of Kerala

Abstract: This is a case study to find out the variations in the time intervals of faculty members for bringing out journal articles. Annual reports of the University of Kerala from 1980 to 1999 (20 years) have been taken as a source to collect the publication data of faculty members working in the science departments of the University of Kerala. A total number of 1542 articles were produced during the period under study. The study shows that the mean year taken to bring out one article by a lecturer is 0.915, reader is 0.906 and professor is 0.471. Female members need more time than male members to publish journal articles.

Cyberinfrastructure: an opportunity for education and implications for research libraries

Abstract: Deals with the role of research libraries and the concept of Cyberinfrastructure with its definitions. The digital library (DL) movement with few examples in Indian Scenario has been explained. The need for human infrastructure due to the advancement of Cyberinfrastructure has been envisaged. The goals and visions are enumerated with building a successful Cyberinfrastructure. Some of the existing examples are given at International level. The activities and uses of Cyberinfrastructure are given for college level educators; undergraduate and graduate students with the motivation for the database developers are highlighted with the future trend in research libraries. Concluded that Cyberinfrastructure has to be taken as a research challenge and advanced Cyberinfrastructure activity must be brought in for better electronic access.

In search of an axiomatic concept of document

Abstract: Ordinarily, the word 'document' denotes a textual record that holds information. The term 'document' represents a discrete physical object in human perception. The role of document in the context of information retrieval has been discussed. The nature, form and scope of documents are also continuously changing. The feasibility and scope of considering natural objects as primary documents have been discussed. Various concepts of documents are presented from different viewpoints.

Study of periodicals collection in national library of veterinary sciences

Abstract: Investigates the use of periodical collection by the post graduate and research students by conducting a survey at the National Library of Veterinary Sciences (NLVS), Izatnagar. About 310 foreign journals and 120 Indian journals are being subscribed by the institution. The findings of the investigation revealed that most of the respondents were satisfied with the periodicals collection.

Speciator based faceted depth classification's application in thesaurus construction

Abstract: The article narrates the experience of constructing a thesaurus of LIS (Library and Information Science) terms by using speciator based faceted depth classification schedule. It also explains the advantages of this method in establishing various thesaural relationships.

Electronic and print journals : A value chain analysis

Abstract: Even as the society marches into a digital age, libraries and information centres have assumed greater responsibilities for meeting the diverse needs of its user community The new technologies have largely aided in designing value-added library services The emerging digital libraries are redefining the way by which user demands are being fulfilled Among other resources, electronic journals occupy a prominent place in digital libraries, by providing access to 'online full-text information' While historically, print journals have played an important role in information dissemination, the spiraling costs of the same have forced both 'information providing' and 'information seeking' community to look for cost-effective and reliable means of information dissemination The present paper, while studying the importance of print and electronic journals in information dissemination, applies the concept of value chain analysis for obtaining a longitudinal understanding in terms of costs of production and cost drivers associated with it Accordingly, a value chain distinguishing the structure of production for print and electronic medium is drawn for identifying the different costs associated in different stages Further, the papers proceeds to illustrate the competitive position of e-journal industry in terms of different structural cost drivers and put forward a differentiation with a cost strategy for e-journal industry for achieving optimum benefits for different stakeholders involved in the process, viz, information providers, information managers and information seekers