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2. PAPER, PAPERMAKING & THE HISTORY OF LIBRARIES.
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Roughen Jr., Patrick F.
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HISTORY of libraries , *PAPERMAKING , *BUDDHIST temples , *ARCHIVES , *ENVIRONMENTAL degradation - Abstract
This article traces the history of the relationship of papermaking and paper to libraries over time. Paper was first made in China and is traditionally considered one of that nation's four greatest inventions, along with gun powder, printing, and the compass. Papermaking was often associated with archives in its early development in China, as well as when it was introduced to Japan, where it came to be a part of some Shinto and Buddhist temples, and later governmental agencies. Under Islam, the availability of paper was linked to increased literacy and growth of libraries. In early modern Europe, before the widespread use of wood in the papermaking process, libraries and archives were part of an "economy of paper" with paper at times being in short supply. In the modern era, the world of papermaking did not intersect much with the world of the library, which made progress with the problem of brittle books, one of its greatest challenges, slow, though recent efforts of government, industry, scientists, and representatives of the library have produced positive results. The damage caused by wood-based paper in libraries was mirrored by the environmental damage caused by wood-based papermaking in communities. The history of papermaking and libraries demonstrates the importance of understanding the technologies which support the library, while also advocating effectively to the representatives of all its sources of support in ways which promote the values of the library and its associated community. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
3. Transforming entrepreneurial research: leveraging library research services and technology innovations for rapid information discovery.
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Gupta, Varun and Gupta, Chetna
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LIBRARY research , *BUSINESSPEOPLE , *BUSINESS literature , *PROBLEM solving , *LIBRARIANS , *ELECTRONIC journals - Abstract
Purpose: With the aid of libraries, the research paper aims to assist businesses in swiftly and accurately acquiring knowledge and insights from scholarly literature to guide their inventive and decision-making processes. The foundation for achieving the goal is Connected Papers technology. Design/methodology/approach: The author's professional expertise in performing literature reviews using connected papers technology as well as using other ways, and corresponding with entrepreneurs and librarians impacted the article's research methodology. Findings: The use of Connected Papers technology in the library context for helping entrepreneurs is discussed. Libraries and entrepreneurs could benefit from using Connected Papers technology to quickly compile pertinent data from scholarly literature to solve business challenges. According to the paper, adopting this technology can speed up information gathering and drastically reduce the time needed for business owners to search through bibliographic data-bases. Using this technology can help entrepreneurs at various phases of their entrepreneurial journeys and give libraries a productive way to assist business owners with their information needs. Originality/value: This paper's novelty comes from its examination of the usage of connectedpapers.com technology to compile data from scholarly literature to assist entrepreneurs in solving their business problems. The useful piece of advice this paper offers entrepreneurs and librarians is what makes it valuable. By using connectedpapers.com technology, businesses may be able to get critical information from scholarly literature to foster a series of experimentation quickly and effectively. Also, librarians can help their patrons with systematic re-views and other research services by using this application. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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4. Siri, Alexa, and other digital assistants: the Librarian's quick guide: by Nicole Hennig, Santa Barbara, Libraries Unlimited, 2018, vii + 89 pp., $35.00 (paper), ISBN 978-1-4408-6725-5.
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Matthews, Joseph R.
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PUBLIC libraries , *BIBLIOTHERAPY , *LIBRARIANS , *HISTORY of libraries , *LIBRARIES , *COMMUNITIES - Abstract
And the final chapter demonstrates the rewards of making oral history a part of your library. Nicole Hennig suggests that it is important for librarians to become familiar with voice-first computing for several reasons: Voice-first computing will likely be the next big revolution in the information technology arena Voice-first computing can be used in a variety of ways in the work place Voice-first computing opens up opportunities for the elderly, those who have difficulty typing, and for the disabled. Chapter 1 in I Library Services for Immigrants and New Americans i provides an overview of the waves of immigration to the United States and how libraries have responded to these newcomers over time. This book is highly recommended for public libraries with local history collections or libraries wishing to create a local history collection. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2022
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5. Reading on paper and screens: advantages, disadvantages, and digital divide.
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Lizunova, Irina V., van der Weel, Andriaan, Garcia-Febo, Loida, and Pshenichnaya, Evgeniya V.
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DIGITAL technology , *COMMUNICATION , *ELECTRONICS - Abstract
The paper studies reading in the digital age and grounds characteristic reading features on paper and the screen. We studied various scientific points on the uniqueness of reading activities in various formats, effectiveness, and perception of readers about printed and electronic texts. The study concludes that screen-reading practices keep evolving. Digital reading dynamically changes the communication environment, speeding up and simplifying access to information. The new reading format has many opportunities and advantages, and it transforms the reading skills and habits of society. Although it revives social reading, it intensifies the digital divide, leading to a secondary mental cognitive digital divide, and modifies the personal reading experience of contemporaries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
6. Weekly Policy Papers.
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GOVERNMENT policy , *SECRETARIES , *LEADERSHIP , *LIBRARIES , *LANGUAGE & languages - Abstract
The article presents the discussion on EPM Weekly Policy Papers gives details of all policy papers published over the last week. Topics include recommendations from the Minister of State for Schools and the General Secretaries of the main teaching and leadership unions; and House of Commons Library briefing discusses the requirements on schools in England to teach languages.
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- 2024
7. Characterisation of 19th and 20th century Chinese paper.
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Brown, Natalie, Lichtblau, Dirk, Fearn, Tom, and Strlič, Matija
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CHINESE paper , *TENSILE strength , *NEAR infrared spectroscopy - Abstract
The chemical and physical properties of 19th and 20th century Chinese papers were investigated using a variety of material characterisation methods. A reference collection of 178 Chinese papers, dating from 1799 to 1990 was used, and properties such as pH, degree of polymerisation (DP), lignin content, and tensile strength (zero-span) were determined. Most of the papers were of approximately neutral pH, had a low lignin content and DP similar to pre-19th century European rag paper. It was found that the high inhomogeneity and the typical paper thinness affected tensile testing and as a result, a modified method for zero-span tensile strength test was developed. Using near infrared spectroscopy (NIR), proof-of-concept partial least squares (PLS) applications were developed for determination of tensile strength, pH, DP and for dating of the samples. For the latter, using post-1900 papers, the error of cross validation was 13 years. The presence of lignin was modelled using linear discriminant analysis (LDA), where the model could distinguish between high and low lignin content with 88% accuracy. Using one or multiple sheets for transmission NIR spectroscopy led to PLS results of similar quality, which was attributed to material inhomogeneity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2017
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8. Fungi in archives, libraries, and museums: a review on paper conservation and human health.
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Pinheiro, Ana Catarina, Sequeira, Sílvia Oliveira, and Macedo, Maria Filomena
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PENICILLIUM , *AIR pollutants , *PAPER arts , *ELECTRONIC journals , *FUNGI , *ARCHIVES , *ALTERNARIA - Abstract
The action of fungi on books, documents, maps, and works of art on paper can result in inestimable cultural losses. Plus, some of the fungi present in paper documents, surfaces and air from archives, libraries and museums are also a threat to human health. This work aims to review the literature on the most important and frequent microfungal populations found in paper-based collections all over the world, and correlate these data with human health risks. A total of 71 studies, dating between 1997 and 2018 were reviewed and organized. From 27 different countries, 207 fungal genera and 580 species were reported. Chaetomium sp. and Fusarium sp. were found to be special contaminants in the air of archives and have been associated with paper biodeterioration. The most common fungi reported (e.g. Penicillium, Aspergillus, and Alternaria species) have an impact on paper conservation but can also cause adverse human health effects. The most frequent fungal species retrieved from discoloured paper materials are discussed in greater detail. Considerations on methods of identification and quantification of fungal contamination are also presented. Finally, the authors acknowledge an urgent need for standardizing research in this area and further studies are proposed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2019
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9. Disinfection of ancient paper contaminated with fungi using supercritical carbon dioxide.
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Teixeira, Fernanda S., dos Reis, Tatiana Alves, Sgubin, Leonardo, Thomé, Lucia Elena, Bei, Isabel Wilmers, Clemencio, Rejane Elias, Corrêa, Benedito, and Salvadori, Maria Cecília
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LIBRARIES , *CONSERVATION & restoration , *BIODETERIORATION of building stones , *PRESERVATION of paper , *FUNGAL growth , *CARBON dioxide mitigation - Abstract
Fungi continue to be the main cause of biodeterioration in libraries. In addition to degrading paper, fungi are an important health issue for librarians and even library users. The aim of this study was to investigate the application of supercritical carbon dioxide (SCCO 2 ) to ancient paper contaminated with fungi. For this purpose, SCCO 2 was applied in two processes to treat samples of paper pieces: addition of 4% and 8% ethanol (w/w) at a pressure of 150 bar and temperature of 40 °C for 1 hour. Control samples (no processing) and processed samples were directly plated onto culture media to evaluate the frequency of fungal growth. Morphological and molecular analysis of the 294 samples showing mold growth on paper revealed that Aspergillus niger , Aspergillus flavus , and Eurotium amstelodami were the most frequently isolated fungi. In the control group, 47.6% of the samples were contaminated with fungi. This percentage was only 1.9% after treatment with both processes. The difference between unprocessed control samples and samples treated under the two conditions was statistically significant ( P < 0.1) for a confidence interval of 90%. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2018
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10. On-Demand Circulation of Software Licenses: Checking Out Software on Patrons' Own Devices.
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Irwin, Ken and Bomholt, Michael
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COMPUTER software , *LIBRARIES , *LEGISLATION , *INFORMATION technology , *PROFESSIONAL licenses - Abstract
The Miami University Libraries (MUL) developed an open-source Software Checkout system to allow patrons to make use of software licenses owned by the library. The system takes advantage of user-based licensing under the Software as a Service (SaaS) license model and vendor-created APIs to easily and legally assign access to users. The service currently supports Adobe Creative Cloud, Final Cut Pro, and Logic Pro software. MUL has successfully used this software for three years. This article describes the expansion of offerings and the increasing use of the service over that time. Built on a model developed by Pixar for managing employee software licenses, the Software Checkout system is believed to be the first of its kind for circulating licenses to library patrons. Both this lending model and the open-source software developed by MUL are available to other libraries. This paper is intended to prompt libraries to take advantage of the legal and technical environment to expand software license sharing to other libraries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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11. Managing Your Library's LibGuides: Conducting A Usability Study to Determine Student Preference for LibGuide Design.
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Burchfield, Julie and Possinger, Maggie
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ABILITY grouping (Education) , *COLLEGE students , *USER-centered system design , *LIBRARY orientation , *ELECTRONIC books , *ACADEMIC libraries , *SELF-evaluation , *LIBRARIES , *SURVEYS , *ACADEMIC achievement , *HUMAN services programs , *ENDOWMENT of research , *INTELLECT , *DESCRIPTIVE statistics , *STUDENT attitudes , *LIBRARIANS , *LITERATURE reviews , *TECHNOLOGY , *TIME management , *SUCCESS , *DIGITAL diagnostic imaging - Abstract
This paper discusses how the William G. Squires Library conducted a usability study on their LibGuides to identify student design preferences. The results of the study support previous research concerning best practices for LibGuide creation. This paper offers insight into how librarian-centric design hinders student success and provides suggestions for how to best develop a student-centric template design that offers consistency and increased user proficiency across all guides. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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12. Evidence of Fungal Spreading by the Grey Silverfish (Ctenolepisma longicaudatum) in Austrian Museums.
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Querner, Pascal and Sterflinger, Katja
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GRAPHIC arts , *PAPER arts , *MUSEUMS , *ALTERNARIA , *MODERN art - Abstract
The grey silverfish Ctenolepisma longicaudatum is a new and serious pest spreading rapidly across Europe. Compared to the silverfish Lepisma saccharinum, it does not depend on relative humidity above 70% and thrives also in new museum buildings, modern storage depositories, apartments, and office buildings. Especially collections of graphic art, modern art on paper, photographs, but also archives and libraries are increasingly affected by this pest. Damage of paper objects has been reported by different authors and institutions across Europe. As these animals live in inaccessible cracks and crevices inside the buildings, we investigated the spread of microorganisms on living grey silverfish, to show a potential additional threat posed by this pest. In 8 locations in Austria living animals were collected with traps and placed for 10 min on agar plates which were incubated for 2 weeks. After incubation of 50 agar plates, between 2 and 20 colonies of fungi were growing on each plate. The most dominant fungal genera were Cladosporium (Cladosporium cladosporioides clade) and Penicillium (Penicillium glabrum, Penicillium decumbens); also, species of the genera Aspergillus, Alternaria, Botrytis, Bartalinia, Byssochlamis, Chaetomium and Mycothypha were found. The diversity of fungi reflects the common fungal community of museums and archives. The spores and mycelial fragments of the fungi are obviously travelling on the legs and bodies of the silverfish. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2021
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13. LA BIBLIOTECA EN EL PAPEL. LAS TENSIONES ORGANIZATIVAS EN EL PROCESO DE APERTURA DE LA BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE BUENOS AIRES. 1810-1823.
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Maggio-Ramírez, Matías
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HISTORY of libraries , *HISTORICAL libraries , *PUBLIC libraries , *NATIONAL libraries , *LIBRARIES - Abstract
El objetivo es analizar cómo el texto fundacional y el reglamento de la Biblioteca Pública de Buenos Aires interpelaron a los usuarios y cuál fue la reacción del público una vez que la institución abrió sus puertas. Por lo tanto, se rastreó la tensión entre un paradigma bibliotecológico que apelaba al fomento del saber y al bien público como objetivo institucional y las demandas de los usuarios por el horario restringido de la biblioteca. Se analizaron desde la historia de la cultura impresa las representaciones de la lectura y de la sociabilidad letrada al leer la correspondencia entre Bernardino Rivadavia y Luis José de Chorroarín, el reglamento de la Biblioteca Pública de Buenos Aires y los periódicos porteños. Se concluyó que la negativa en ampliar el horario de atención al público conspiró con el acceso a la biblioteca de los empleados. The objective is to analyze how the founding text and regulations of the Buenos Aires Public Library challenged users and what the public's reaction was once the institution opened its doors. Therefore, we traced the tension between a library paradigm that appealed to the promotion of knowledge and the public good as an institutional objective and the demands of users due to the restricted library hours. From the history of printed culture, the representations of reading and the sociability of the reader when reading the correspondence between Bernardino Rivadavia and Luis José de Chorroarín, the regulations of the Buenos Aires Public Library and the Buenos Aires newspapers were analyzed. It was concluded that the refusal to extend the opening hours to the public conspired with the access to the library of the employees. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2021
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14. Streamlining the Inclusion of Computer Experiments In a Research Paper.
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Halle, Sylvain, Khoury, Raphael, and Awesso, Mewena
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COMPUTER software reusability , *STREAMLINE moderne , *COMPUTER systems , *RESEARCH papers (Students) , *ELECTRONIC data processing - Abstract
Designing clean, reusable, and repeatable experiments for a research paper does not have to be difficult. We report on our efforts to create an integrated toolchain for running, processing, and including the results of computer experiments in scientific publications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2018
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15. Preserving cultural heritage: Analyzing the antifungal potential of ionic liquids tested in paper restoration.
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Schmitz, Kevin, Wagner, Sebastian, Reppke, Manfred, Maier, Christian Ludwig, Windeisen-Holzhauser, Elisabeth, and Benz, J. Philipp
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IONIC liquids , *CULTURAL property , *FUNGAL growth , *FUNGICIDES , *TEMPERATURE control , *MANUFACTURING processes , *ANTIFUNGAL agents - Abstract
Early industrialization and the development of cheap production processes for paper have led to an exponential accumulation of paper-based documents during the last two centuries. Archives and libraries harbor vast amounts of ancient and modern documents and have to undertake extensive endeavors to protect them from abiotic and biotic deterioration. While services for mechanical preservation such as ex post de-acidification of historic documents are already commercially available, the possibilities for long-term protection of paper-based documents against fungal attack (apart from temperature and humidity control) are very limited. Novel processes for mechanical enhancement of damaged cellulosic documents use Ionic Liquids (IL) as essential process components. With some of these ILs having azole-functionalities similar to well-known fungicides such as Clotrimazole, the possibility of antifungal activities of these ILs was proposed but has not yet been experimentally confirmed. We evaluated the potency of four ILs with potential application in paper restoration for suppression of fungal growth on five relevant paper-infesting molds. The results revealed a general antifungal activity of all ILs, which increased with the size of the non-polar group. Physiological experiments and ultimate elemental analysis allowed to determine the minimal inhibitory concentration of each IL as well as the residual IL concentration in process-treated paper. These results provide valuable guidelines for IL-applications in paper restoration processes with antifungal activity as an added benefit. With azoles remaining in the paper after the process, simultaneous repair and biotic protection in treated documents could be facilitated. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2019
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16. Fehlerkultur: Call for Papers.
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Seeliger, Frank, Renn, Oliver, and Ilg, Jens
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LICENSE agreements , *LIBRARIES - Abstract
The article presents the discussion on a piece of false information at the service desk or a license agreement chosen strategic goals of a library.
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- 2023
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17. Forthcoming Papers.
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PUBLISHING , *MANUSCRIPTS , *SERIAL publications , *LIBRARIES , *HEALTH , *INFORMATION resources , *AUTHORSHIP , *MEDICAL research - Abstract
The article presents the discussion on following papers being accepted for publication in a future issue of the Health Information and Libraries Journal including survey of US academic libraries highlighting the COVID-19 experience.
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- 2023
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18. Weekly Policy Papers.
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GOVERNMENT & the press , *LIBRARIES - Abstract
The article reports that Part 1 contains information about papers published by the UK Government, including White and Green Papers. Part 2 covers papers by the three parliamentary libraries, these being the Parliamentary Office for Science and Technology, the House of Lords Library and the House of Commons Library. Part 3 includes papers from think tanks, other non-governmental bodies and international organisations.
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- 2022
19. Empty calories? A fragment on LIS white papers and the political sociology of LIS elites.
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Buschman, John
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ACADEMIC librarians , *LIBRARIES , *DISCOURSE analysis , *LIBRARIANS , *SEMANTICS - Abstract
White papers – reports conveying research or recommendations on a complex issue – arrive in the inboxes of academic librarians, along with an obligation to monitor them if they can help one's library or university. They seem to invariably disappoint, the written equivalent of empty calories. This paper asks: is this true? If so, how so? And why? To answer, a selection method produced a modest subset of current, topical white papers to analyze – hence this article as a fragment on recent, topical white papers. A simple discourse analysis was performed to find if there was a broad pattern the documents followed, and if a more analysis was required. A clue as to why this pattern prevailed came from criticisms of prognostications about the current pandemic (as of this writing), leading to a return to the reports: who authored them, and how they are situated in political-sociological terms in LIS discourse? The concluding findings fit with earlier analyses, suggesting much about prestige in LIS and how that is maintained, how practices are (and are not) formulated – and what that has to do with the white papers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2020
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20. Impact of paper and wooden collections on humidity stability and energy consumption in museums and libraries.
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Kupczak, Arkadiusz, Sadłowska-Sałęga, Agnieszka, Krzemień, Leszek, Sobczyk, Joanna, Radoń, Jan, and Kozłowski, Roman
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HUMIDITY , *ENERGY consumption , *LIBRARIES , *MUSEUMS , *ENERGY conservation in buildings , *ENERGY consumption of buildings - Abstract
Much research has been focused on maintaining stable humidity conditions in buildings housing heritage collections while reducing energy use. Moisture buffering by collections themselves can have a marked effect on the stabilisation of relative humidity (RH), the key parameter for preservation. Modelling of moisture transport using COMSOL Multiphysics was applied to transform three-dimensional paper and wooden objects into their one-dimensional representations, without changing the moisture uptake and release characteristics. The results were coupled to the modelling of indoor microclimate and energy consumption in collection storage spaces with the use of WUFI ® Plus software. The study revealed the crucial impact of air exchange rate of the building on the stability of indoor RH and the humidification and dehumidification loads required to maintain it. In the adequately air-tight library store, a sizeable paper collection was found to reduce the RH fluctuations from ±9% to ±6% around the yearly average and the energy consumption due to the humidification and dehumidification load by 38% when compared with the empty space, for a high-quality climate control scenario. In turn, a wooden collection, occupying a realistic fraction of a museum store was not large enough to significantly narrow down the RH variations and reduce the energy consumption. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2018
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21. Forthcoming Papers.
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PUBLISHING , *SERIAL publications , *LIBRARIES , *HEALTH literacy , *HEALTH , *INFORMATION resources , *ACCESS to information , *INFORMATION-seeking behavior - Abstract
The article presents the discussion on accepting the publication in a future issue of the Health Information and Libraries Journal. Topics include survey of health information seeking by cancer patients indicating some problems over medical explanations and terminology; and development of a validated search filter for Ovid Embase for degenerative cervical myelopathy.
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- 2022
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22. The historical development and current landscape of health library standards: A critical review.
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De‐la‐Mano, Marta
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MEDICAL libraries , *INFORMATION resources , *PATIENT care , *MEDLINE , *SYSTEMATIC reviews , *PROFESSIONAL employee training , *QUALITY assurance , *ACCESS to information - Abstract
Background: Since the emergence of the first health library standards, a large body of literature has been published in this field, most often focusing on a particular standard, or set of standards. In the case of literature reviews, they have been usually partial and integrated into a broader study. Objective: Identify and analyse national health library standards developed in different countries worldwide over the past 70 years, tracing their historical development and current status. Method: A comprehensive search of published literature was conducted in Scopus, Web of Science, Medline, LISA, and Google Scholar up to May 2023. The reference lists and citations of retrieved papers were reviewed. After screening and eligibility, a total of 112 papers were included in the final selection. Results: More than 40 national hospital library standards published by a group of Anglo‐Saxon and European countries were identified. In a chronological approach, the standards have been arranged by decades, from the 1950s to the present day, and the context of their appearance, their main contributions, and the relationships between them have been analysed. The major trends that have marked their evolution and development over time have also been established. Conclusion: Standards have a key role to play in the important challenge facing health libraries today to demonstrate the high impact and value of their services in the functioning of their organisations and in improving patient care. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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23. Repurposing university library spaces for improved learning satisfaction: The moderating role of organizational size.
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Owusu-Ansah, Samuel
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LIBRARIES , *LEARNING , *QUANTITATIVE research , *INVESTIGATIONS - Abstract
This paper investigates the moderating influence of library size on the relationship between library space attributes and learning satisfaction. Employing a quantitative methodology, a sample of 196 university library users in Ghana was selected to investigate the perceived impact of repurposed library spaces on learning satisfaction. The author conducted an empirical analysis to examine how organizational size (the total number of workers at a particular location) moderates the association between library space attributes (including access and linkages [physical location and proximity to campus resources], usage patterns [highlights the hours when users are most active and displays when a specific app is utilized during the day], sociability [the propensity and corresponding abilities to look for friendship, interact with others, and take part in social activities], and comfort [a state of physically ease and freedom from pain or constraint]) and the learning satisfaction of users. The research, administered through a closed-ended questionnaire, underscored the significant influence of access and linkages, usage patterns, sociability, and the physical environment on users' satisfaction levels. These four library space attributes together accounted for 13.1% of the variance in learning satisfaction, according to a multiple regression study conducted with SPSS version 27. Nevertheless, moderation analysis showed that there was no statistically significant relationship (p = 0.3370) between the characteristics of the library space and learning satisfaction through organizational size. The paper recommends adaptations to library designs to better align with the evolving learning needs of university library users in Ghana. A notable suggestion is the transformation of university libraries into dynamic physical spaces known as "learning commons" on campuses. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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24. A study of social visibility and engagement of world-renowned libraries on Twitter.
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Wani, Zahid Ashraf and Ahmad, Majid
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USER-generated content , *VISIBILITY , *SOCIAL media , *LIBRARY websites , *VIDEO excerpts , *LIBRARY resources - Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to investigate how libraries use Twitter as a social media platform and examine the tweets they post, including multimedia content such as images and video clips. The study also aims to analyse the relationship between post types and user engagement and evaluate the effects of post features, such as multimedia content, on user engagement. Design/methodology/approach: The methodology of the study involved three phases. In Phase 1, a review of related literature was conducted to develop a holistic approach for the study. In Phase 2, official Twitter handles of selected libraries were identified and verified for authenticity using various methods, including cross-checking with library websites. During Phase 3, data was collected from the Twitter handles. The data was then tabulated and interpreted to achieve the set objectives of the study. Findings: The paper examined the tweets posted by select libraries on Twitter and their impact on user engagement. The study found that most tweets were related to library resources/collection and announcements, followed by events hosted by libraries. Emotionally inspiring posts and daily facts were also commonly posted. The findings also showed that including images in tweets resulted in higher levels of user engagement than video clips did. The study suggests that incorporating images fosters engagement and boosts retweets, while watching a video takes more effort and time. Practical implications: The practical implications of the study can provide insights into the tweets that generate user engagement, which can help libraries tailor their social media strategies to attract and retain more followers. The paper can help libraries measure the success of their social media activities by evaluating user engagement metrics. Originality/value: The originality/ value of the study lies in its examination of how libraries use Twitter as a social media platform, including the tweets they post and the impact of multimedia content on user engagement. While previous studies have examined the use of social media by libraries, this study focuses specifically on Twitter and provides a detailed analysis of the tweets that generate user engagement. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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25. Artificial Intelligence's Role in Digitally Preserving Historic Archives.
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Teel, Zoë
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ARTIFICIAL intelligence , *DIGITAL preservation , *TECHNOLOGICAL progress , *TECHNOLOGICAL innovations , *HISTORIC preservation , *ARCHIVES - Abstract
The term "Artificial Intelligence" (AI) is increasingly permeating public consciousness as it has gained more popularity in recent years, especially within the landscape of academia and libraries. AI in libraries has been a trending subject of interest for some time, as within the library there are numerous departments that serve a role in collectively contributing to the library's mission. Consequently, it is imperative to consider AI's influence on the digital preservation of historic documents. This paper delves into the historical evolution of preservation methods driven by technological advancements as, throughout history, libraries, archives, and museums have grappled with the challenge of preserving historical collections, while many of the traditional preservation methods are costly and involve a lot of manual (human) effort. AI being the catalyst for transformation could change this reality and perhaps redefine the process of preservation; thus, this paper explores the emerging trend of incorporating AI technology into preservation practices and provides predictions regarding the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in preservation for the future. With that in mind, this paper addresses the following questions: could AI be what changes or creates a paradigm shift in how preservation is done?; and could it be the thing that will change the way history is safeguarded? [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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26. Forthcoming papers.
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SERIAL publications , *HEALTH , *LIBRARIES , *INFORMATION resources , *MANUSCRIPTS , *PUBLISHING - Published
- 2024
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27. The Semantic Web And The Changing Information Landscape: A Discussion Paper.
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Hancock, Richell
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SEMANTICS , *LANDSCAPES , *LINKED data (Semantic Web) , *CATALOGING , *COLLEGE teachers - Abstract
Semantic web is a key emerging technology for libraries, representative of an information landscape which includes changed information seeking behaviours. This article introduces the semantic web and linked data concepts, primarily in that the semantic web is a move toward machine comprehensible data, where this comprehension enables the overlaying of context on resource. Semantic web is in turn driven by linked data, which defines relationships between resources, informing contextual comprehension. The article explores the potential impact for libraries in general, and cataloguing particularly, citing examples of practical applications of semantic web technology such as the addition of descriptive mark-up to WorldCat.org records by OCLC. This article posits that for libraries' resources to increase and maintain discoverability, cataloguing practice must shift to accommodate and engage with the semantic web's characteristic of interoperability, for example through the application of standards already widely used by those beyond library walls. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2017
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28. Cultivating Connected Learning: Library Programs for Youth: by Megan E. Barrett and Rebecca J. Ranallo, Santa Barbara, California, Libraries Unlimited, 2018, 133 pp., $50.00 (paper), ISBN 978-1-4408-5538-2.
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Tubbs-Nelson, Kim
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PUBLIC libraries , *VIRTUAL communities , *LIBRARIES , *YOUNG adults , *LEARNING , *PUBLIC librarians - Published
- 2022
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29. Positionspapier zum bibliothekarischen Umgang mit umstrittenen Werken: Eine Initiative des Landesverbandes Niedersachsen im Deutschen Bibliotheksverband, herausgegeben von Bibliothek & Information Deutschland (BID).
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ACCESS to information , *PROFESSIONAL ethics of librarians , *LIBRARIES - Abstract
A position paper on the topic of freedom of expression and the right to access political, ideological, and religious literature in libraries is presented.
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- 2018
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30. De listes en bibliothèques. Mémoires impériales (monarchie des Habsbourg, 2e moitié du XVIIIe siècle).
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LEBEAU, Christine
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This presentation originates in a survey on financial administrators and studies the relationship between knowledge and practice, focusing on the inventory of the Wilczek papers preserved in the State Archives in Vienna. The study first presents the library of Count Karl Joseph Firmian (Trento 1716 - Milan, 1782), a personality comparable in many respects to that of the bishop Batthyány, then continues with the succession and transfer of the papers to Count Johann Joseph Wilczek (1738-1819). It is a question of understanding how, beyond the fragments of career, an imperial memory was built - not only from Milan to Vienna (Count Wilczek was plenipotentiary in Milan from 1782 to 1796), but also by incidental relationships and experiences, as well as through either suggested or hidden by the list. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2016
31. Použití data miningu ve „fyzických“ knihovnách.
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Janíková, Anna
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ELECTRONIC paper , *LIBRARY science , *INFORMATION science , *PROCESS mining , *DIGITAL libraries , *LIBRARIES , *DATA mining - Abstract
Text deals with data mining used in libraries. It focuses on „physical“ libraries as they can use data mining in many processes but chooses its scope opposite to digital libraries where data mining has different variety in usage. This is why papers concerning digital libraries are excluded from this summarizing study. All the papers were selected based on concern with Library and Information Science and were divided into several groups. Most of the studies come from academic environment. Papers from czech and slovak environment are described separately. Time limitation for inclusion of the papers is up to year 2015. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2016
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32. New gradient methods with adaptive stepsizes by approximate models.
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Liu, Zexian, Liu, Hongwei, and Wang, Ting
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INTEGRATED software , *LIBRARIES - Abstract
As we know, the stepsize is extremely crucial to gradient method. A new type of stepsize is introduced for the gradient method in the paper, which is generated by minimizing the norm of the approximate model of the gradient along the line of negative gradient direction. Based on the retard technique, we present a new gradient method by minimizing adaptively the approximate model of the objective function and the norm of the approximate model of the gradient along the line of negative gradient direction for strictly convex quadratic minimization. The convergence of the proposed method is established. The numerical experiments on four groups of strictly convex quadratic minimization problems illustrate that the proposed method is very promising. We also extend the new gradient method for convex quadratic minimization to general unconstrained optimization by incorporating a nonmonotone line search. The convergence of the resulting method is established. The numerical experiment on the 147 test functions from the CUTEst library indicates that the resulting method is superior to some efficient gradient methods including the BBQ method (SIAM J Optim. 2021;31(4):3068–3096) and is competitive to two famous conjugate gradient software packages CGOPT (1.0) and CG $ \_ $ _ DESCENT (5.0). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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33. Coherence‐based automatic short answer scoring using sentence embedding.
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Ramesh, Dadi and Sanampudi, Suresh Kumar
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AUTOMATIC cameras , *SENTENCES (Grammar) , *SEMANTICS , *COMPARATIVE linguistics , *LIBRARIES - Abstract
Automatic essay scoring (AES) is an essential educational application in natural language processing. This automated process will alleviate the burden by increasing the reliability and consistency of the assessment. With the advances in text embedding libraries and neural network models, AES systems achieved good results in terms of accuracy. However, the actual goals still need to be attained, like embedding essays into vectors with cohesion and coherence, and providing student feedback is still challenging. In this paper, we proposed coherence‐based embedding of an essay into vectors using sentence‐Bidirectional Encoder Representation for Transformers. We trained these vectors on Long short‐term memory and bidirectional long short‐term memory to capture sentence connectivity with other sentences' semantics. We used two datasets: standard ASAP Kaggle and a domain‐specific dataset with almost 2500 responses from 650 students. Our model performed well on both datasets, with an average quadratic weighted kappa score of 0.76. Furthermore, we achieved good results compared to other prescribed models, and we also tested our model on adversarial responses of both datasets and observed decent outcomes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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34. Library Databases and Chatbots.
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Lombard, Emmett
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DATABASE industry , *INFORMATION literacy , *DATABASES , *INFORMATION needs , *ARTIFICIAL intelligence , *CHATBOTS - Abstract
AbstractThis column considers challenges and opportunities AI generative chatbots pose to proprietary library databases. It briefly reviews evolution from paper library indices to Web-based databases then reasons why current chatbots pose greater challenges to database relevancy than when Web engines first emerged. Library databases and free chatbots are compared in terms of identifying information needs, and locating, evaluating, and using information. Q/A with EBSCO are collected on challenges and opportunities chatbots provide them. Discussion centering around questions intended for database vendors ensues, along with a conclusion on potential information literacy benefits if library databases adopt chatbot search platforms. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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35. iLead with an EDI Lens.
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Aguiñaga, José and Stallworth, Rebecca
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INFORMATION science , *LIBRARY personnel , *ONLINE education , *LIBRARY science , *SCHOOL libraries - Abstract
This conceptual paper introduces the joint San José State University, School of Information and Simmons University, School of Library and Information Science, IMLS grant planning project: iLead: Preparing Tomorrow’s Library Leaders. During 2023–24, the grant team project members are designing an asynchronous online program where library employees may earn micro-credentials. The online program focuses on developing leadership skills with an equity, diversity, and inclusion lens. Contributions from national, state, and local library partners during the development of this curriculum will assist in applying for a future IMLS implementation grant. For more information on iLead: https://www.ileadedi.org/. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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36. Building the Bürgerbibliothek: donating to the Zurich citizens' library in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries.
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Brookman, Zachary
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CITIZENS , *SEVENTEENTH century , *EIGHTEENTH century , *LIBRARY catalogs , *CATALOGS , *GIFT giving , *PUBLIC libraries - Abstract
This paper uses the donors' register of the Zurich Bürgerbibliothek ('citizens' library') to explore how the collection of the city's first public library developed in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. The donors' register records over 3,000 gifts from some 900 local and foreign benefactors between 1629, the year of the library's founding, and 1769. Unlike a standard library or auction catalogue, the donors' register allows us to observe engagement with the Bürgerbibliothek over time and reveals that, while a remarkable influx of patrons in the first decade of the library's existence secured its position in the cultural and intellectual fabric of Zurich society, international interest in the institution dropped significantly by the end of the seventeenth century. Nevertheless, the Bürgerbibliothek's consistent growth across the period attests to the popularity of the library and its accessible collection at a local level as well as its benefactors' belief in the reciprocal value of patronising this new type of civic institution. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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37. Lambeth Palace Library: Historic Archives in a New Building.
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Cosgrave, Rachel
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ARCHIVES , *MANUSCRIPT collections , *HISTORIC buildings , *PUBLIC spaces , *PRESERVATION of churches , *CHURCH history , *PRESERVATION of architecture , *LIBRARIES - Abstract
Lambeth Palace Library's new purpose‐built premises were opened in 2021, uniting the collections previously held in the historic buildings at Lambeth (including the manuscript collection, papers of the archbishops of Canterbury, and holdings of early and modern printed books), and the extensive archives of other central Church bodies (including records of the Ecclesiastical/Church Commissioners) formerly held at the Church of England Record Centre. Together the collections encompass a wealth of information from the medieval to the modern period, which continue to develop as more material is added to the Library's holdings. The collections document the history of the central Church of England, but also support research into a multitude of other topics alongside this. The building will enable better preservation of the collections and provides expansion space for their development. It also presents greater opportunities to enhance access than was possible in the historic premises, via its Reading Room, exhibition area, and other spaces for public events, building on the Library's purpose originated at its foundation in 1610. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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38. A new thread-level speculative automatic parallelization model and library based on duplicate code execution.
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Martínez, Millán A., Fraguela, Basilio B., Cabaleiro, José C., and Rivera, Francisco F.
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RACE , *C++ , *LIBRARIES , *THREAD , *MEMORY - Abstract
Loop-efficient automatic parallelization has become increasingly relevant due to the growing number of cores in current processors and the programming effort needed to parallelize codes in these systems efficiently. However, automatic tools fail to extract all the available parallelism in irregular loops with indirections, race conditions or potential data dependency violations, among many other possible causes. One of the successful ways to automatically parallelize these loops is the use of speculative parallelization techniques. This paper presents a new model and the corresponding C++ library that supports the speculative automatic parallelization of loops in shared memory systems, seeking competitive performance and scalability while keeping user effort to a minimum. The primary speculative strategy consists of redundantly executing chunks of loop iterations in a duplicate fashion. Namely, each chunk is executed speculatively in parallel to obtain results as soon as possible and sequentially in a different thread to validate the speculative results. The implementation uses C++11 threads and it makes intensive use of templates and advanced multithreading techniques. An evaluation based on various benchmarks confirms that our proposal provides a competitive level of performance and scalability. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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39. Adopting a Summer Learning Approach for Increased Impact: a YALSA Position Paper.
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Yoke, Beth
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SUMMER reading programs , *LIBRARIES , *LEARNING , *YOUTH ,ENGLISH language acquisition - Abstract
Traditional library summer reading programs do not meet many of the needs of today's youth because both the demographics of youth and the environment in which they live haschanged significantly over the past generation. Libraries must evolve in order to address these newer needs, which include but are not limited to building 21st century skills for the workplace, improving English language skills, and having a safe space to explore their passions and interests. Libraries can boost their relevance and impact by working with community partners to expand their efforts beyond summer reading in order to identify and meet the particular needs of the youth in their community. In addition, library staff must gain skills in facilitating hands-on, informal learning for and with youth and their families. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2016
40. ChatGPT in medical libraries, possibilities and future directions: An integrative review.
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Lund, Brady D., Khan, Daud, and Yuvaraj, Mayank
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ONLINE information services , *MEDICAL libraries , *SYSTEMATIC reviews , *ARTIFICIAL intelligence , *CATALOGING , *LIBRARY public services , *ACCESS to information , *INFORMATION retrieval , *MEDLINE , *CONTENT analysis , *THEMATIC analysis , *LIBRARY automation - Abstract
Background: The emergence of the artificial intelligence chatbot ChatGPT in November 2022 has garnered substantial attention across diverse disciplines. Despite widespread adoption in various sectors, the exploration of its application in libraries, especially within the medical domain, remains limited. Aims/Objectives: Many areas of interest remain unexplored like ChatGPT in medical libraries and this review aims to synthesise what is currently known about it to identify gaps and stimulate further research. Methods: Employing Cooper's integrative review method, this study involves a comprehensive analysis of existing literature on ChatGPT and its potential implementations within library contexts. Results: A systematic literature search across various databases yielded 166 papers, with 30 excluded for irrelevance. After abstract reviews and methodological assessments, 136 articles were selected. Critical Appraisal Skills Programme qualitative checklist further narrowed down to 29 papers, forming the basis for the present study. The literature analysis reveals diverse applications of ChatGPT in medical libraries, including aiding users in finding relevant medical information, answering queries, providing recommendations and facilitating access to resources. Potential challenges and ethical considerations associated with ChatGPT in this context are also highlighted. Conclusion: Positioned as a review, our study elucidates the applications of ChatGPT in medical libraries and discusses relevant considerations. The integration of ChatGPT into medical library services holds promise for enhancing information retrieval and user experience, benefiting library users and the broader medical community. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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41. Linked data for libraries: Creating a global knowledge space, a systematic literature review.
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Gaitanou, Panorea, Andreou, Ioanna, Sicilia, Miguel-Angel, and Garoufallou, Emmanouel
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DATA libraries , *LINKED data (Semantic Web) , *SEMANTIC Web , *KNOWLEDGE management - Abstract
The Semantic Web in general and the Linked Open Data Initiative, in particular, are a growing movement for organisations to make their existing data available in a machine-readable format. Thus, institutions are highly encouraged to publish, share and interlink their data publicly. The more data are opened on the Web (Open Data), the more integrated sets of data will be connected in the Semantic Web (Linked Open Data). Within this context, libraries can complement their data by linking it to other, external data sources. The purpose of this article is to identify papers that refer to linked data in libraries, emphasising the ways that linked data empower libraries to put their knowledge in the context of the open-world, thus enhancing semantic technology innovations. The study considered papers published between 2008 and 2019 in English and presents the collected literature by grouping it according to the topic each paper refers to. The results show that libraries are facing a period of continuing change which present several challenges and indicate that they are moving towards developing new practices, policies and services. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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42. Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis of the Indian Journal Annals of Library and Information Studies with Comparative to Indian and Worldwide Journals: A Study.
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Bhadauria, Ambika and Gautam, J. N.
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SERIAL publications , *QUALITATIVE research , *PERIODICAL articles , *INTERPROFESSIONAL relations , *LIBRARIES , *QUANTITATIVE research , *AUTHORSHIP , *INFORMATION science , *BIBLIOMETRICS , *IMPACT factor (Citation analysis) , *RESEARCH , *PUBLISHING , *COMPARATIVE studies - Abstract
This study conducted the bibliometric analysis of the journal "ALIS" and its comparison to other journals worldwide and in India. The data were sourced from the Scopus database with the help of advanced searching from 2018 to 2021, in which 108 papers were received for the study. This study studies the authorship pattern and the extent of collaboration. Total citations received, most prolific author and country's contribution, highest cited paper, and year-wise productivity of the journal The results reveal that India is the highest contributing country, i.e., from 2018 to 2021. Sri Lanka is the second-leading contributing country, and Iran is in third place. The extent of collaboration is 0.71 between authors. Four authors have published four articles each during this tenure. If we count the year-wise productivity of the journal, 2021 is the leading year both in terms of publication and the number of citations received. It found that in 2020, the journal's rank will be 110, which will continue increasing. It also reveals the top 10 ranking in the database, in which the International Journal of Information Management scored the first rank. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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43. ЗЕЛЕНЕ БИБЛИОТЕКЕ И ИЗАЗОВИ ОДРЖИВОГ РАЗВОЈА У БИБЛИОТЕЧКОЈ ПРАКСИ – ПРИМЕРИ ДОБРЕ ПРАКСЕ ИЗ НАРОДНЕ БИБЛИОТЕКЕ ПОЖЕГА.
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Скоковић, Даниела
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ENVIRONMENTAL literacy , *SUSTAINABLE development , *PRAXIS (Process) , *INTERDISCIPLINARY research , *LIBRARIES - Abstract
The paper deals with the analysis of the existing multidisciplinary role of libraries and library practice related to the important topics of sustainable development and the green agenda. In the first part of the paper, the terms green library and sustainable library are more closely defined in their dual context of libraries as buildings and services within the new framework of environmental literacy. In the second part of the paper, the focus is on a brief presentation of library initiatives and examples of good practice. Three separate programmes of the praxis in Požega Public Library present how a small public library, without adequate prerequisites and stable funding, can take significant steps in promoting green ideas and confirm its role as a leader and reliable partner in its local community and beyond. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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44. ПРИМЕНА ЗАКОНА О СЛОБОДНОМ ПРИСТУПУ ИНФОРМАЦИЈАМА ОД ЈАВНОГ ЗНАЧАЈА У БИБЛИОТЕКАМА.
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Станисављевић, ТатјанаБрзулов&# and Милуновић, Драгана
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CIVIL rights , *PARTICIPATORY democracy , *LEGAL rights , *ACCESS to information , *RULE of law - Abstract
SUMMARY: In this paper, the Law on Free Access to Information of Public Importance is presented. This legal or constitutional right is recognized in more than a hundred countries and is embedded in many international documents. The Law on Free Access to Information of Public Importance (LFAIPI) was adopted in November 2004 and is considered one of the best laws. This Law regulates the rights of access to information of public importance held by public authorities, in order to realize and protect the interests of the public to know and achieve a free democratic order and an open society. To exercise the right of access to information of public importance held by public authorities, this Law establishes the Commissioner for Information of Public Importance as a self-governing state body, independent in the exercise of its jurisdiction. The right to free access to information as a special right ensued as a result of the development of the modern rule of law and participatory democracy in which a citizen becomes an active participant in social processes. The primary goal of the paper is to bring this topic closer to the library community, explain the application of the Law and point out possible abuses that are increasingly occurring in practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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45. A Systematic Review of Application of Social Media in Libraries.
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Madhusudhan, Margam and Soni, Shahil
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Social media has emerged as a pivotal technological tool for libraries, enabling them to promote resources, services, and online offerings effectively. Many scholars and experts worldwide are trying hard and fast to explore the possibilities of an effective library social media presence. This paper systematically reviews 25 studies from the last six years (2018-2023) available in the area of social media application in libraries. PRISMA guidelines have been used to filter and select the most relevant literature to present a holistic and tangible view of the contemporary level of social media amalgamation in libraries. The chosen articles represent the numerous social media platforms available for libraries, the challenges in incorporating those platforms into monotonous services, and promotion and operative strategies to overcome those challenges. In the review, the library's social media practice revolves around three dimensions, i.e., communication, advertising, and services. Reference service is found to be the most preferred service through social media. Multiple factors, indicators, actions, and motivations have been found to strategize the libraries' social media incidence. This paper will provide a bird's eye view of the current status of library social media applications and help library professionals strategically select and utilize different social media platforms. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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46. Academic librarians' perceptions of mobile technology's usefulness in library service delivery at universities of technology in South Africa.
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Matumba, Muvhulawa and Rajkoomar, Mogiveny
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ACADEMIC librarians , *ELECTRONIC journals , *ACADEMIC libraries , *THEMATIC analysis , *LIBRARIES , *INFORMATION literacy - Abstract
Purpose: Globally, mobile technology is a significant factor influencing how libraries are changing the ways of delivering services to today's users. This paper aims to explore academic librarians' perceptions of the usefulness of mobile technology in delivering library services and the efforts required for its successful adoption. Design/methodology/approach: The study was conducted within an interpretive paradigm. The research objectives were underpinned by the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology as a theoretical framework. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analyses using NVIVO for thematic analysis. Findings: Results show that, in general, academic librarians support the use of mobile technology to provide services such as access to eBooks and Journals, Online Public Access Catalogue, Bookmyne application, information literacy consultations and training. Library managers, fellow librarians and users were identified as encouraging the adoption of mobile technology to enhance library services. The paper further confirms that the successful adoption of mobile technology requires some effort. However, due to some of the challenges presented in the study, a majority of respondents felt that their libraries are not yet ready to fully embrace mobile technology the way it is envisioned in today's world. Practical implications: The study endeavours to address the divergence between students and academic librarians' viewpoints regarding the application of mobile technology in the provision of library services. Originality/value: This paper highlights numerous ways that academic librarians could adopt and embrace mobile technology, which can benefit both academic libraries and other institutions of higher learning. The knowledge presented in this paper could assist academic librarians in assessing their institutions' vulnerabilities, challenges and strengths in using mobile technologies to provide library services. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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47. Proposed standard guideline for managing information systems (ISs) in libraries in Africa.
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Ocloo, Patience Emefa Dzandza and King, Lizette
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INFORMATION storage & retrieval systems , *INFORMATION technology , *LIBRARIES , *RESEARCH personnel , *DIGITAL libraries , *ELECTRONIC journals - Abstract
Purpose: Libraries in Africa are adopting technology at a fast pace. However, literature has provided enough evidence of the many challenges libraries on the continent are facing in the use of the adopted information technology of which information systems (ISs) are major components. Literature also does not provide evidence of IS standard, policy or guideline at both national and international levels as a benchmark for the use of these systems. Therefore, this paper aims to propose an IS standard guideline as a guide for libraries in Africa to develop IS policies, standards or guidelines to help in effective use of IS in libraries. Design/methodology/approach: The researchers based their proposed standard guideline on the findings from their earlier research works and evidence from other existing literature as has been reviewed in this paper. Findings: Findings from the literature revealed that libraries in Africa face a number of challenges in the use of IS which can be categorised into four main areas, namely, financial challenges, technological and infrastructural challenges, human resource challenges and organizational challenges. Originality/value: This paper proposed an IS standard guideline to serve as a guide for libraries in Africa to develop IS policies, standards or guidelines to help in effective use of IS in libraries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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48. PRONALAŽENJE ZAGUBLJENIH PUBLIKACIJA: DOM I SVIJET I CARITAS CROATA.
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Hebrang Grgić, Ivana
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Goal. The primary goal of the paper is to present the research methodology of lost serial publications published by Croats in Australia, using the example of the publications Dom i svijet from 1932 and Caritas Croata from the 1950s. The first publication was mentioned in the literature, but lost and unavailable to the public. The second publication was not mentioned in the literature nor could it be found by searching the catalogues of public institutions. The secondary goal of the work is to identify the reasons for the unavailability and to indicate possibilities of researching old material that is not available in libraries and other public institutions but is a significant part of Croatian heritage. Approach/methodology. Methods used in finding and researching publications unavailable in libraries include structured searches of online and offline catalogues, content analysis of primary and secondary publications and online sites, community involvement and research of private collections. Results. The paper presents the newest results of research conducted during 2023 and early 2024 as part of the Croatian Emigrant Press project, during which physical copies of two serial publications were found. These publications are included in the bibliography created as part of the project, digitized and stored in open access repository. Based on these publications, research methods are proposed that can serve as a basis for researching other similar (lost) publications. Originality/value. The serial publications described in the paper were lost and inaccessible to the public for decades. Therefore, the discovery of these publications contributes to the preservation of Croatian cultural heritage. Since the publications are digitized and available in an open access repository, they can serve as a starting point for further interdisciplinary research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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49. Design of air conditioning system in the archive depot building of the department of archives and library of Depok.
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Prawibowo, Madarif, Komarudin, Komarudin, and Nuri, Wahyu Fajar
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AIR conditioning , *COOLING loads (Mechanical engineering) , *ARCHIVES , *NATIONAL archives , *LIBRARIES - Abstract
Archive Depot Building, in general, serves as a place to store, safe-keep, and maintain archives. Therefore, archives located in this building should be treated in accordance with the Head of ANRI (The National Archives of Indonesia) Regulation No. 31of 2015 on Guidelines for Establishment of Archive Depots. For this type of paper archive, its recommended temperature setting is that of 15oC to 22oC with moisture of 55. This building has 4 floors, and is located at Margonda Raya Street No. 54 Depok. The geographical location of this building is South Latitude. The building is facing west, and the building area is of 3211,12 ft2. From the design and calculation results, we obtained cooling loads of 264929.11 Btu/hr or equivalent to 77.62 kW. The specifications of air conditioners selected to meet the cooling load based on the calculation results are: 1 Outdoor Unit; Nominal Cooling Capacity of 78,6 kW. 2 Indoor Units; Nominal Cooling Capacity of 2800 W. 3 Indoor Units; Nominal Cooling Capacity of 3600 W. 4 Indoor Units; Nominal Cooling Capacity of 4500 W. 1 Indoor Unit; Nominal Cooling Capacity of 8000 W. Lastly, 3 Indoor Units; Nominal Cooling Capacity of 14000 W. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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50. A Named Data Networking Based Fast Open Storage System Plugin for XRootD.
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Iordache, Cătălin, Shannigrahi, Susmit, Wu, Yuanhao, Song, Sichen, Multu, Faruk Volkan, Balcas, Justas, Širvinskas, Raimondas, Timilsina, Sankalpa, Pesavento, Davide, Newman, Harvey, Zhang, Lixia, and Yeh, Edmund
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COMPUTER networks , *DATA management , *LIBRARIES , *BIT rate , *INFORMATION retrieval - Abstract
This work presents the design and implementation of an Open Storage System plugin for XRootD, utilizing Named Data Networking (NDN). This represents a significant step in integrating NDN, a prominent future Internet architecture, with the established data management systems within CMS. We show that this integration enables XRootD to access data in a location transparent manner, reducing the complexity of data management and retrieval. Our approach includes the creation of the NDNc software library, which bridges the existing NDN C++ library with the high-performance NDN-DPDK data-forwarding system. This paper outlines the design of the plugin and preliminary results of data transfer tests using both internal and external 100 Gbps testbed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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