NISCAIR Online Periodicals Repository Collection: ALIS Vol.56(1) [March 2009]

Use of internet based e-resources at Manipur University: a survey

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 22:58:59 GMT

Title: Use of internet based e-resources at Manipur University: a survey

Authors: Singh, R.K. Joteen; Devi, Th. Madhuri; Raychaudhury, Arup

Abstract: Describes a survey on the use of the electronic information focusing on the Internet services by the users of Manipur University Library. Also examines the utilization, purpose, difficulties and satisfaction level of users about Internet based e-resource services provided by the library. Finds that low speed internet access, erratic power supply and lack of required full text journals are problems with regard to the use of internet based e-resource.

Page(s): 52-57

Library and information science research in SAARC and ASEAN countries as reflected through LISA

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 22:58:59 GMT

Title: Library and information science research in SAARC and ASEAN countries as reflected through LISA

Authors: Patra, Swapan Kumar; Chand, Prakash

Abstract: Member countries of SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) and ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Nations) have long history of LIS (Library and Information Science) education and research. This study compares LIS research output in member countries of these two associations, using LISA (Library and Information Science Abstracts) data. The study focuses on the pattern of literature growth, core journals, authorship pattern and research trends. Finds that SAARC countries are ahead of ASEAN members. India is leading in LIS among SAARC countries and Singapore among ASEAN countries. As per LISA, both groups have marginal contribution in international journals and therefore, core journals are of Asian origin only. The results of study call for more collaboration among the member countries of SAARC and ASEAN. It also identifies the need for formulation and implementation of information policy similar to that of Singapore among member nations of both the regional associations.

Page(s): 41-51

Farmers information needs in rural Manipur: an assessment

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 22:58:59 GMT

Title: Farmers information needs in rural Manipur: an assessment

Authors: Meitei, L. Shanta; Devi, Th. Purnima

Abstract: Attempts to find out the information needs of the persons engaged in the agricultural activities particularly farmers community in the rural areas of Manipur. Data on farmers information needs were collected by using pre-tested semi structured questionnaire and data processed and analyzed through Minitab-software. The paper highlights the channels of getting information by rural farmers’ community in order to fulfill their information needs. The observations of the present study have also revealed that rural farmers community need a variety of information but the required information for their day to day agricultural activities are unmet. Considerable work and efforts are needed for imparting information support for sustainable agricultural development with the application of emerging information and communication technologies for information oriented and socio-economic empowerment of the rural farming community.

Page(s): 35-40

Research publication trend among scientists of Central Potato Research Institute: A bibliometric study

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 22:58:59 GMT

Title: Research publication trend among scientists of Central Potato Research Institute: A bibliometric study

Authors: Sharma, Rakesh Mani

Abstract: A total of 2603 research articles published by the scientists of Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI) during 1991 to 2007 were collected by scanning of annual reports of CPRI and Journal of the Indian Potato Association. Analysis show that majority of the scientists preferred to publish research papers in joint authorship (82.67%) having 0.82 degree of collaboration. Study further shows no uniform pattern of literature growth but factors like fund availability, scientists’ recruitment and their availability, and years that had special occasions like conferences, seminars etc. have impact over scientific productivity of the scientists during the period under review.

Page(s): 29-34