Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences
Volume 5, Issue 2 (2018)
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Authorship Patterns in Biodiversity Literature: A Scientometric Analysis
Abstract: The study presents the authorship patterns in the field of Biodiversity Literature based on the publications indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection during the period from 1989 to 2016. Overall total 154654 records were retrieved. BibExcel toolbox and MS-Excel spreadsheet were used to analyze the data. Findings of the analysis revealed that the single author papers have declining trend and there by collective contributions have an increasing performance …
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Assessing Digital Literacy Skills of Research Scholars of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana: A Study
Abstract: The present study explores the status of digital literacy skills of research scholars of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, their purpose and frequency of using digital tools, their familiarity with digital devices and the usefulness of Information and Communication Technology tools to them. A well-structured questionnaire was designed to collect data for the present study. The major findings of the study are that majority of the students are familiar with using …
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Library Discovery System in Bengali Script: An Experiment with VuFind
Abstract: Owing to the improvement of web scale resource discovery systems on one hand and the Unicode-compliant Indic-scripts based retrieval systems on the other hand provided libraries unique opportunity in integrating these two parallel development processes. The services are called Web-scale Resource Discovery and generally considered as next generation library interface. VuFind is a highly customizable open source Web-scale Resource Discovery (WSRD) product that allows information repositories and integrates multiple services …
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E-Resource Use by Science Faculty and Research Scholars: A Case Study of Panjab University, Chandigarh (India)
Abstract: Electronic resources have become an indispensable component of every library’s collection. The present study was conducted amongst the faculty and research scholars of Panjab University, Chandigarh to assess their use of e-resources, purpose of use, preferred methods of learning, hindrances faced, and participation in training programmes and use of search strategies. The results indicate a significantly good level of e-resource use; e-journal is found to be the most used e-resource; …
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Scientometric Analysis of Astronomy and Astrophysics Research in India: A Study based on Web of Science
Abstract: The purpose of this study is to assess the research productivity of Astronomy and Astrophysics research in India. The bibliographical data were harvested from Web of Science (WoS) database for the period of 15 years from 2001 to 2015. 12,144 research papers has been published by the Indian astrophysicist in which 10,746 research publications are in referred journals and 1398 research publications are in conferences, symposiums, bulletins, book chapters etc. …
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Research Publication Trends among Faculty of Bharathiar University: A Scientometric Study
Abstract: The study examined the analysis of research publications of the faculty of Bharathiar University, Coimbatore. Bibliographic records of 4645 items were retrieved from Scopus database between 1982 and 2015 and increasing publications trends were seen in Bharathiar University. The average output of the organization was 137 per year. Among the 4645 papers published in the span of 34 years, highest number of 748 papers was published in the year 2015. …
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Fundamental Concept of Institutional Repositories
Abstract: Purpose: The paper examines the concept of institutional repository and opens access repositories that explore how institutional repositories can integrate value-added services to support the scholarly communication and digital research. Design/Methodology/Approach: Here, we have studied some points of Directory of Open Access Repositories (Open DOAR) as well as understand the meaning of institutional repositories and why it is the hot topic for every institution. Keywords: Institutional Repositories (IR), evaluation, open …
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Cloud Computing and Libraries
Abstract: Cloud computing technology (ICT) come up as a boon for libraries and is offering various opportunities and services for libraries to connect their services with clouds. ICT have forced the libraries and librarians to change in its functioning processing of the information retrieval system. In this digital era, libraries are moving in advanced level called cloud computing. In cloud computing, the libraries not required the software, operating system and applications …
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Global Digital Citizenship: Awareness and Practice of Youngsters
Abstract: This study analyses the awareness of digital citizenship of our youngsters. For this data collected from degree students (sample 900) from “Ballari Institute of Technology and Management, Ballari”. From the study, it is revealed that it has become necessary to make awareness for our generation about digital citizenship. People must get ability to use information and communication technologies to find, evaluate, create and communicate information and technical skills. Technologies are …
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Scientometric Portrait of Nobel Laureate Arieh Warshel
Abstract: This study presents an analysis of publication productivity of Arieh Warshel, recipient of 2013 Nobel Prize in Chemistry. During 1968-2016, he had contributed 393 publications including 25 book chapters. His publications are analyzed by year, authorship pattern and channels of communication used etc. Keywords: Scientometric, bibliometric, Arieh WarshelCite this ArticleSonia Bansal. Scientometric Portrait of Nobel Laureate Arieh Warshel. Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences. 2018, 5(2): 63–67p
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Bibliometric Analysis of Research Output of Selected Fundamental Research Institutes of Basic Sciences
Abstract: The present study is an attempt to assess the research output of selected fundamental research institutes on basic sciences situated in West Bengal. Since the Government of India and several government agencies of scientific research are trying to accelerate the growth of research activities in the field of basic sciences, this study is expected to assist the evaluation of research performance of these institutes. The bibliometric analysis for the period …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 68–74 Read article
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Library Buildings: New Aspects of Library Design
Abstract: The importance of library building is obvious, regardless of whether one is thinking of the institution teaching and research program of its budget poor building can seriously handicap students and professor where as a good one can contribute to the intellectual health of the whole institution. The study regarding the building of library will play a very important role to design the new building of libraries according to new IT …
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Research Productivity of Library & Information Science Faculty: A Bibliometric Study of select Universities of Punjab and Chandigarh
Abstract: The present study aims to bring out the research productivity of Library and Information Science faculty members working in the select universities of Punjab and Chandigarh. The study covers faculty members working on permanent basis in the department of Library and Information Science in Panjab University, Chandigarh (PU), Punjabi University, Patiala (PUP) and Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar (GNDU). The publication details of faculty members were obtained by visiting personally …
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Measuring the Growth of Science through Scientometrics Indicators: A Theoretical Consideration
Abstract: Through this study, one can see that there isn't generally a single parameter that is perfect for surveying the sensible yield and its impact on built-up specialists. Every parameter has its own particular exceptional relationship of factors of interest and limitations. Beside these indicators, there is such a gigantic assortment of contemporary authentic markers i.e. h-index, i-index, g-index, are in like manner being used to inspect the intelligent effect and …
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Usage Trends of External Storage Media in N-List E-Resources by Select Degree Colleges Affiliated to Panjab University, Chandigarh: A Comparative Analysis
Abstract: This study analyses the Usage trends in external storage media for N-LIST E-resources among the student and faculty members provided by the various select Degree Colleges affiliated to Panjab University, Chandigarh. A questionnaire method was used as a tool for collection of data from the 32 select degree colleges in Punjab and Chandigarh. From the 513 respondents, the total data was collected from the 466 respondents. Therefore, the overall response …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 91–96 Read article
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Transforming the Public Library Status in India
Abstract: Libraries of all kinds promote the individual opportunity that ultimately drives the success of our communities and our nation. Public libraries support people at every phase of life. They encourage life-long learning and help to develop skills and promote social inclusion. Libraries are a key contributor to the social, cultural, economic growth, health and well-being of communities and also contribute to ensure that the county remains a vibrant place to …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 97–103 Read article