bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ОРГАНІЗАЦІЙНО-УПРАВЛІНСЬКІ АСПЕКТИ ІНТЕГРАЦІЇ УКРАЇНИ ДО МЕХАНІЗМУ ЦИВІЛЬНОГО ЗАХИСТУ ЄС
Authors: Костенко Віталій Олександрович , Журбинський Дмитро Анатолійович
Published: August 2023

У статті здійснено загальний огляд створення і функціонування Механізму цивільного захисту Європейського Союзу, приведено приклади надання ним допомоги Україні у подоланні наслідків надзвичайних ситуацій техногенного та природного характеру, показано особливості його діяльності в сучасних умовах, зокрема в контексті надання допомоги Україні у ліквідації наслідків військової агресії, надання гуманітарної допомоги, тощо. Актуалізовано проблематику консолідації зусиль усіх держав світу щодо протидії цьому негативному явищу, яке нині набуло несподівано наростаючого, затяжного характеру, і вирішення якого потребує негайних спільних рішень, оскільки воно матиме у подальшому непередбачувані наслідки гуманітарного, медичного, соціального-економічного характеру. Охарактеризовано діяльність Координаційного центру реагування на надзвичайні ситуації, який є ключовою управлінською ланкою й базовим рушієм заходів, спрямованих на підготовку, моніторинг, оцінювання і надання допомоги у разі виникнення надзвичайних ситуацій природного й техногенного характеру у будь-якій країні світу. Продемонстровано функціональний аспект Механізму цивільного захисту Європейського Союзу в сучасних умовах суспільного розвитку, технологічні особливості й обставини його активації у відповідь на запити країн, як всередині Європейського Союзу, так і за його межами, пов’язані з їхньою неспроможністю самостійно подолати або ж мінімізувати наслідки виникнення надзвичайних ситуацій. Відображено важливу роль України у функціонуванні Механізму цивільного захисту Європейського Союзу відповідно до взятих нею на себе зобов’язань, з’ясовано ступінь її готовності у протидії негативним наслідкам, спричиненим військовими діями в рамках співпраці з відповідними інституціями у напрямах надання гуманітарної допомоги, розмінування територій, підготовки й моніторингу, фінансової підтримки, консультування, негайного реагування на виникнення надзвичайних ситуацій тощо. Визначено пріоритетні напрями управлінського характеру для інтеграції державної системи цивільного захисту до стандарів Європейського Союзу.
Design and Construction of a Digital Logic Training Module for Laboratory Experimentation
Authors: Ben-Festus B. N. , Osinowo M. O. , Festus Ben
Published: August 2023

A Digital Logic Trainer is used to train students on experimental verification and implementation of basic logic gates. This research work describes a digital logic training (DLT) module designed and constructed using semiconductor components such as diodes, transistors, and integrated circuits. The DLT module can be used to verify logic gate theorems including Boolean expressions, combinational logic designs and Karnaugh’s reduction techniques for a given logic circuit. The front panel of the DLT module comprises of different Boolean symbols for easy logic gates identification and operates effectively on a 5 V DC rectified from a 220 V AC power supply. The DLT module performs favourably well when compared with commercially available types and comes at a lower production cost.
Assessment of Learning Disabilities for Future Implications of Physical Education Students
Authors: Khan Alamgir , Iqbal Butt Muhammad Zafar , Jamil Muhammad
Published: August 2023

The present study aimed to assess the learning disabilities of physical education students and to suggest future implications. The study population comprised all the students of sports sciences and physical education (SSPE), University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan. Thus, three hundred students were taken as samples using available sampling techniques. For the collection of data, a Likert-type scale comprised of questions about four different learning disabilities, i.e. dysgraphia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia and dyslexia. The gathered data were administered through the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS, version-26); thus, pertinent statistical tools were used for analysis. After data analysis, the researcher concluded that dyscalculia as learning was the most common learning problem among the students. Based on the conclusion, the researcher recommended that sports sciences and physical education students need special attention in mathematical activities compared to all other academic subjects.
Role of Natural Protein Adequate Intake in Enhancing Anaerobic Power of Bodybuilders following 8-Week Resistance Training Program
Authors: Gillani Syed Muhammad Bilal , Aslam Soniha
Published: August 2023

This study aimed to investigate the effects of natural daily adequate protein intake on the anaerobic power of bodybuilders undergoing 8-week resistance training program. Thirty-one participants were randomly assigned to a group (n=31) who consumed their daily protein requirements from their regular diet. Participants' age, height, weight, and Body Mass Index were measured before and after the program. The anaerobic power of all participants was assessed pre- and post-8-week resistance training program through tests including 1 RM (Bench Press), 1 RM (Squats), 30-meter sprint test, Vertical Jump Test, and Peak Power Test (wingate test). The results showed a significant improvement in the anaerobic power of participants after the 8-week program. These findings suggest that natural daily adequate protein intake from regular diet can lead to significant improvements in anaerobic power of bodybuilders undergoing 8-week resistance training program. Therefore, coaches and athletes can focus on a balanced, nutrient-dense diet to meet their protein needs and enhance their anaerobic power without relying solely on protein supplements.
COMPORTAMENTO ALIMENTAR DE UNIVERSITÁRIOS DO VALE DO ARAGUAIA
Authors: Macedo Igor Martins , Schwantes Marina de Cesaro , Limberger Josemar Antonio , Machado Érika Maria Neif
Published: August 2023

O presente artigo teve como objetivo central averiguar o descontrole alimentar em universitários do Centro Universitário do Vale do Araguaia – UNIVAR que passam por mudanças de humor diariamente por consequência do estresse presente dentro do campus devido a inúmeros fatores, como conseguir excelentes notas nas diversas avaliações, que contribuem para um alto grau de ansiedade que em consequência reflete no descontrole e/ou compulsão alimentar. Para tanto, foi realizada uma pesquisa bibliográfica, bem como uma pesquisa de campo onde foi aplicado um questionário quantitativo TFEQ-R21 que analisa os hábitos alimentares dos estudantes que revela que dentro da universidade existe uma grande parcela de alunos com IMC adequado, mas que em momentos de grande ansiedade consomem alimentos mais calóricos, também é possível notar que grande parte dos alunos possuem descontrole alimentar. Ao final da pesquisa, conclui-se que os universitários têm uma maior facilidade a desenvolver transtornos emocionais que estão relacionados a alimentação.
TERRA INDÍGENA: DEMARCAÇÃO DE TERRA E CONFLITO SOCIAL
Authors: Rondon Nicole Souza Machado , Mestrinho Fernando Figueiredo Serejo
Published: August 2023

Embora na Constituição do Brasil já tenha reconhecido ao povo indígena o direito as Terras por eles ocupadas, a efetivação desse direito é falho. Isso devido a pressão genocida que a bancada ruralista realiza para usufruir das terras para o avanço do agronegócio e da mineração. Dessa maneira, entende-se que não há a demarcação e, consequentemente, a falta de ampliação das demarcações, pois o Estado prioriza o desenvolvimento econômico em detrimento dos direitos humanos, e, também, por conta do histórico de discriminação e exclusão dos povos indígenas nas políticas públicas brasileiras.
O USO DO BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE E DO ENTERPRISE RESOURCES PLANNING NO APOIO À TOMADA DE DECISÃO ESTRATÉGICA
Authors: Silva Gleice Oliveira da , Trindade Genarde Macedo
Published: August 2023

O artigo baseia-se em uma pesquisa qualitativa, onde analisou-se por meio de uma revisão da literatura a implementação do Business Intelligence e do Enterprise Resources Planning na Gestão da Informação de organizações que visam empregar as Tecnologias de Informação e Comunicação para promover uma distribuição de dados com real valor e assim possibilitando as empresas elaborarem de maneira eficaz na tomada de decisão. Portanto, o presente estudo apresenta informações de como essas ferramentas (softwares) auxiliam o processo decisório e de que forma devem ser implementados, promovendo um ambiente de valorização de informações e das habilidades dos colaboradores.
IMPACTO DA TERAPIA COM CÉLULAS-TRONCO NA REGENERAÇÃO DO TECIDO CARDÍACO PÓS-INFARTO
Authors: Fontes Rafael Barros , Carneiro Ellis Neide Alves , Oliveira Jaqueline Augusto de , Biasi Marina Pietro , Scartazzini Maria Vitória Seifert , Cá Jandira Mozante , Hilário Thalita de Oliveira , Nogueira Maria Isabel Teles , Oliveira Anna Vitoria Soares Gonçalves de , Araújo Iohanna Melo de
Published: August 2023

O presente estudo investigou o impacto da terapia com células-tronco na regeneração do tecido cardíaco pós-infarto, com o objetivo de compreender os mecanismos subjacentes e as implicações clínicas dessa abordagem terapêutica inovadora. Utilizando um modelo animal de infarto do miocárdio, foram realizadas análises abrangentes para avaliar a melhoria da função cardíaca, a redução do tamanho da cicatriz, o estímulo à angiogênese e a modulação da inflamação após a administração de células-tronco.Os resultados obtidos revelaram uma melhoria significativa na função cardíaca nos animais tratados com células-tronco, evidenciada por parâmetros hemodinâmicos aprimorados, incluindo fração de ejeção e volume sistólico. Além disso, observou-se uma redução marcante no tamanho da cicatriz no tecido cardíaco, indicando a capacidade das células-tronco em promover a substituição do tecido cicatricial por tecido funcional. A análise histológica revelou um estímulo notável à angiogênese nas regiões tratadas, com aumento na densidade vascular e na expressão de fatores angiogênicos.A terapia com células-tronco também demonstrou um efeito significativo na modulação da inflamação, com redução da expressão de citocinas pró-inflamatórias e uma mudança na polarização dos macrófagos em direção a um perfil anti-inflamatório. Além disso, a integração das células-tronco no tecido cardíaco foi observada, com diferenciação bem-sucedida em cardiomiócitos funcionais e formação de junções comunicantes com os cardiomiócitos adjacentes.Esses resultados fornecem insights valiosos sobre os mecanismos pelos quais as células-tronco promovem a regeneração do tecido cardíaco pós-infarto, destacando sua capacidade de melhorar a função cardíaca, reduzir a cicatrização e estimular a angiogênese. As implicações clínicas desses achados são promissoras, oferecendo novas perspectivas no tratamento de pacientes com lesões cardíacas após um infarto agudo do miocárdio. A pesquisa futura nesse campo pode direcionar estratégias terapêuticas ainda mais eficazes, visando otimizar os resultados clínicos e melhorar a qualidade de vida dos pacientes afetados por essa condição debilitante.
EDUCAÇÃO AMBIENTAL PARA A EDUCAÇÃO INFANTIL
Authors: Silva Alinice dos Santos Lara da , Barbosa Claudia Dias , Gomide Luciana Peres Farias , Flores Jeane Laura de Almeida , Rocha Raianne Bruna da Silva
Published: August 2023

O presente artigo consiste na apresentação de um Projeto de Educação Ambiental para ser aplicado com alunos da Educação Infantil. A escolha do tema do Projeto é sobre o Desperdício da Água, pois na atualidade é importante que a educação de forma interdisciplinar trabalhe com o tema Educação Ambiental para que as crianças reconheçam e valorizem a natureza e seus recursos.
Trends and seasonal variability in ammonia across major biomes in western and central Africa inferred from long-term series of ground-based and satellite measurements
Authors: Ossohou Money , Hickman Jonathan Edward , Clarisse Lieven , Coheur Pierre-François , Van Damme Martin , Adon Marcellin , Yoboué Véronique , Gardrat Eric , Alvès Maria Dias , Galy-Lacaux Corinne
Published: August 2023

Abstract. Ammonia (NH3) is the most abundant alkaline
component in the atmosphere. Changes in NH3 concentrations have
important implications for atmospheric chemistry, air quality, and ecosystem
integrity. We present a long-term ammonia (NH3) assessment in the
western and central African regions within the framework of the International
Network to study Deposition and Atmospheric chemistry in Africa (INDAAF)
programme. We analyse seasonal variations and trends in NH3
concentrations and total column densities along an African ecosystem
transect spanning dry savannas in Banizoumbou, Niger, and Katibougou, Mali;
wet savannas in Djougou, Benin, and Lamto, Côte d'Ivoire; and forests in Bomassa, Republic of the Congo, and Zoétélé, Cameroon. We use a
21-year record of observations (1998–2018) from INDAAF passive samplers and an 11-year record of observations (2008–2018) of atmospheric vertical column densities from the Infrared Atmospheric Sounding Interferometer (IASI) to evaluate NH3 ground-based concentrations and total column densities,
respectively. Climatic data (air temperature, rainfall amount, and leaf area
index), as well as ammonia emission data of biomass combustion from the
fourth version of the Global Fire Emissions Database (GFED4) and
anthropogenic sources from the Community Emissions Data System (CEDS), were
compared with total NH3 concentrations and total columns over the same
periods. Annual mean ground-based NH3 concentrations are around 5.7–5.8 ppb in dry savannas, 3.5–4.7 ppb in wet savannas, and 3.4–5.6 ppb in forests. Annual IASI NH3 total column densities are 10.0–10.7 × 1015 molec. cm−2 in dry savanna, 16.0–20.9 × 1015 molec. cm−2 in wet
savanna, and 12.4–13.8 × 1015 molec. cm−2 in forest stations. Non-parametric statistical Mann–Kendall trend tests applied to annual data show that ground-based NH3 concentrations increase at Bomassa (+2.56 % yr−1) but decrease at Zoétélé (−2.95 % yr−1) over the 21-year period. The 11-year period of IASI NH3 total column density measurements show yearly increasing trends at Katibougou (+3.46 % yr−1), Djougou (+2.24 % yr−1), and Zoétélé (+3.42 % yr−1). From the outcome of our
investigation, we conclude that air temperature, leaf area index, and
rainfall combined with biomass burning, agricultural, and residential
activities are the key drivers of atmospheric NH3 in the INDAAF
stations. The results also show that the drivers of trends are (1) agriculture in the dry savanna of Katibougou; (2) air temperature and agriculture in the wet savanna of Djougou and Lamto; and (3) leaf area index, air temperature, residential, and agriculture in the forest of Bomassa.
Marine heatwave characteristics in the Barents Sea: impact of changing baselines
Authors: Lien Vidar S. , Raj Roshin P. , Chatterjee Sourav
Published: August 2023

Abstract. Anomalously warm oceanic events, often termed marine heatwaves, can potentially impact the ecosystem in the affected region and has therefore become a hot topic for research in recent years. Determining the amplitudes and extent of marine heatwaves, however, depends on the definition and climatological baseline used. Moreover, the stress applied by the heatwave to the marine ecosystem will depend on which component of the ecosystem is considered. Here, we utilize a model reanalysis (1991–2021) to explore the frequency, intensity and duration of marine heatwaves in the Barents Sea, as well as their regional expression. We find that major marine heatwaves are rather coherent throughout the region and have comparable surface and bottom expressions. Moreover, we utilize a 60-year regional model hindcast to show the impact of changing baselines on marine heatwave statistics. Our results indicate that severe marine heatwaves are likely becoming more frequent in a future Barents Sea due to ongoing climate change.
Analysis of Academic Library Services Available to the Users: With Special Reference to Puducherry Region
Authors: Balasubramanian S. S. , Sadik Batcha M.
Published: August 2023

In every academic institution, libraries are the central nerve system which enables the effective functioning of all academic related programs. In fact the trend in providing the services to the user community in most of the academic libraries has changed radically. The expectations from the users have also increased at an enormous level. Consequently the libraries in academic institutions are expected to equip it with the adequate infrastructure facilities, and latest technology devices, well trained staff structure and so on. This paper envisages the fact that the services provided in academic libraries and effectiveness among its users of Puducherry region.
Mapping of IEEE Transaction on Power Electronics: A Scientometric Analysis
Authors: Senthamilselvi A. , Srinivasaragavan S. , Surulinathi M. , Amudha G.
Published: August 2023

Scientometrics is the science of measuring and analyzing science. In practice, scientometrics is often done using bibliometrics which is a measurement of the impact of scientific publications. This paper identifies the number of articles published in the Journal, “IEEE Transaction on Power Electronics” from the year 1999-2010. This paper analyses the Growth of literature, Document types, and Authorship pattern and Country-wise contribution of articles.
Alternative Formats Availability and its Utilisation by Visually Impaired Students in Nigerian Secondary Schools
Authors: Adetoro Niran
Published: August 2023

Visually impaired students need alternative format in braille, talking books and large prints to function like sighted students. Because few materials get converted into these formats, the availability and consequent use of alternative format for study and leisure by visually impaired students has been of concern. This study reveals the availability and use of alternative formats by visually impaired students in Nigerian Secondary Schools. The study is a survery and it purposively focused on southwestern, Nigeria. Using total enumeration technique, data were collected 123 students from six purposively selected secondary schools in southwestern Nigeria. A questionnaire having two rating scales on availability and utilisation of alternative format with reliability scores of á = 0.77 and á = 0.73 respectively were used. 104 (84.5%) of the instrument was correctly admistered. The study found, that braille (77%), talking books/tape recordings( 65.4%) are not readily availabile while large prints (96.2%) are not available. Braille is the most requently used on dailly basis (91.3%) followed by talking books (34. 6%) while large prints are not used. There was no significant positive relationships between alternative formats availability and its utilisation in the selected libraries. The study recommends increased transcription of information materials into alternative formats for the students, adequate funding from government and donors and the building of a balanced collection of alternative formats in the school libraries.
Uses of Web / Internet Sources in Current Science: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Sathivel Murugan B. O. , Ally Sornam S. , Sundaravadivel K.
Published: August 2023

Bibliometric analysis of 365 articles published in Current Sciences, Vol.96 (12 Issues) and Vol. 97 (12 Issues) are taken up to observe the authorship pattern, geographical distribution of the contributors, types of articles and citations. Results indicated that the percentage of use of highest numbers of papers have been written by co-authors. Indian authors have contributed more than other countries. Web/Internet sources in the citation are low. As compared to the hard copy sources, the contributors of the journal used less than 4% of the web sources in the citation.
A Study on Information Communication Technology among Engineering College Libraries in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Authors: Chandra Mohan Kumar C. S. , Dominic J.
Published: August 2023

The purpose of this paper is to examine the use of Information Communication Technology (ICT) in 32 Engineering College Libraries in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu by investigating the ICT infrastructure, current status of library automation, barriers to implementation of library automation and also librarians’ attitudes towards the use of ICT and the availability of computers in libraries. Data-gathering tools used included questionnaire, observation and informal interview with selected college librarians. It is observed that 31.2% of libraries use only one computer for OPAC and 31.2% of libraries have less than 5 computers for internet access. 37.5% of libraries have 5-10 computer to access e-resources, 31.2% libraries have membership in INFONET.
Usage of Information Sources by the Students of Engineering Colleges in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu: A Study
Authors: Chandra Mohan Kumar C. S. , Dominic J.
Published: August 2023

This paper explains a survey of 32 engineering colleges with 25 respondents from students of each college totaling to 800 respondents belonging to various engineering colleges in Coimbatore was conducted. Studies on the reference sources collection, i. e., functioning of the library, book availability, library environment is helpful in eading, and reading materials are sufficient, responds visit to library, present library timing, staffs supportive utilizing, arrangement of library books, were the important aspects taken into consideration.
Motivation and Dependence towards the Use of ICT Resources with Reference to Students and Faculty Members of Medical Colleges in Puducherry
Authors: Saravanan K. , Ravi S.
Published: August 2023

The study examined the utilization of ICT resources for study and research by the students and faculty members of Medical colleges in Puducheery. Three medical colleges viz. JIPMER, Mahatma Gandhi and Manakular Medical Colleges were selected for the study. It is observed that majority of the respondents either have strongest motivation or fair motivation towards collection of information relating to participation and conducting seminars and conferences, writing and publishing research papers, information about scientific and technical use and current developments.
Evaluation of E-Journals in Library and Information Science based on Three Websites: A Case Study
Authors: Ranganathan C.
Published: August 2023

This article to explain the growth of e-journals in Library and Information Science along with the methodology employed in the study analyzed and interprets data, pertaining to a total sample of 136 e-journals available in three websites using only three popular search engines (Google, Altavista, Yahoo) in regard to their subject coverage, country of publication, year of publication, frequency and cost during the period 1995 to 2010. It reveals that 38.97% of the total e-journals in Library and Information Science cover IT (Information Technology) as their thrust area; 56.15% of them are published from USA; 96.18% of e-journals are published in English; 41.22% re published quarterly; and 61.02% of them are fee based journals.
Level of Awareness on Digitisation Trends and Techniques among LIS Professionals in and around Chennai, Tamil Nadu: An Empirical Study
Authors: Balamurugan S. , Gnanasekaran D. , Sasireka G. , Gopalakrishnan S.
Published: August 2023

This study attempts to identify the awareness on digitisation trends and techniques among the library professionals in and around Chennai. The empirical data were collected, through questionnaire method among 540 LIS professionals working in 348 institutions of different domains such as Medical, Engineering, Arts & Science and Polytechnic. Out of which 432 (80.0%) questionnaires were responded. Out of 432 (80.00%) responded, 62.5% are male; 37.5% are female; 36.80% are belong to Engineering; 30.75% are from Arts & science; 20.60% are from Medical and 11.80% are from Polytechnic institutions. The collected data were analysed using SPSS package. The opinion of professionals were obtained on various digitisation trends and techniques such as digital storage, storage security, various formats, metadata, standards,servers, software etc. It is identified that their exist awareness on digitisation trends and techniques as well as inquisitiveness in continuous learning on the conceptual factors of digitisation.
A Study of Knowledge Gaining Attitude of the Students of Seethalakshmi Ramaswami College, Trichirappalli, Tamil Nadu
Authors: Sathyabama R. , Thirumagal A.
Published: August 2023

The study examines the reading habits and experiences of Seethalakshmi Ramaswami College Students, Trichirappalli, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the much admired women’s Arts and Science College in Tamil Nadu. A questionnaire was prepared and distributed to the Students of Arts and Science. The prospects of education particularly in vocational and applied fields have undergone vast expansion. During the past few decades the concept of education and mode of their applications have undergone significant changes. With an exponential rate of growth of knowledge i.e. information, the field of library and information science has become more complex and challenging. By inculcating News Paper reading awareness among the students it helps to develop appropriate attitudes, skills and personality traits.
Global Warming: A Bibliometric Study
Authors: Manigandan Iyyakadan , Jayaraman S.
Published: August 2023

The main object of this study is to investigate the research trend in global warming for the past 18 years. Data are based on an online database which offers journal articles and books. Articles referring to global warming were assessed by many aspects during the period 1992-2010. The analysis cover mainly the number, journal and subject-wise distribution, periodic growth of the literature, authorship pattern, length of the articles and year-wise distribution of journals etc. Journal form of documents is the main source of information with 44,795 articles referring to global warming was published up to the year 2010. The maximum number of articles (6206) appeared in the year 2010. Among the journal-wise publication “Energy policy” (impact factor 2.614) is in the top of the list with 1485 articles out of which 837 articles were selected and analysed. Majority of articles 285 (34.05%) have the length between 6 to 9 pages and maximum number of articles 277 (33.09%) were contributed by two authors.
A Scientometric Study of Authorship Collaboration in Agricultural Research from 1970 - 2012
Authors: Sankar M. , Srinivasa Ragavan S.
Published: August 2023

The study analyses agriculture research publication output for the period of 1970-2012. It is determined to observe the performance of a continent and country in a particular discipline of scientific research. This study deals from the web of science, applying the analytical tools part; Specialization Index (SI), Author Productivity, Authorship Pattern, Collaborative Index, Lotka’s Law, and Pareto Principle (80 X 20 Rule) have also been taken up to identify the research output of agriculture in the selected continents and special identification of Indian research.
Collection Development and Utility Pattern of Computer Science Books at G.R.Damadoran College of Science Library, Coimbatore: A Study
Authors: Vignesh S. N. , Jayaraman S.
Published: August 2023

This study presents the collection development, usage of reading materials in GRD College with special reference to Computer Science subject. The books on Computer Science dominates the number of collection of books as the college offers various degree in Computer Science and comparatively the intake in computer science normally higher than the other courses offered in the initial years of this institution. It is found that the GRD college Library is well stacked with the support of the management and encouragement. It still needs effort towards the betterment of the Library regarding its adequacy of the collection, improvised reader services and automating the Library’s functions.
A Study on the Extension Activities of the District Central Library, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu
Authors: Balasubramanian P.
Published: August 2023

A Public library can play an important role in helping different sectors of the community. It can also help farmers to improve production. It can enable business men to improve business projects. A public library can helps the Children, a love for reading, which can lead to formation of reading habits at an early age. Hence the topic “A study on the extension activities of the District Central Library, Tirunelveli” has been chosen for special study. The study is based on both primary and secondary data. Simple statistical tools such as averages, percentages, tables and diagrams have been used for analysis and interpretation of the data collected. Photo copies of the working of the district central library and the mobile library are also included for easy understanding of the working of the library. The outcomes of the study have been reported through five chapters.
A Study of the Job Attitudes and Perception of Library and Information Science Professionals in Erode and Karur Districts in Tamil Nadu
Authors: Ramesh Babu V. P. , Aravind S. , Umamaheswari D.
Published: August 2023

Job satisfaction is one important aspect that a library system should look after for because it has a significant correlation with job performance. Specifically, this relationship appears stronger on a collective basis. Then, perception plays a vital role in personality traits and emotional states that may have an important role in determining individual satisfaction. Concurrently, work environment and organisation strategy are found to be more likely determinants to increase collective job satisfaction. Thus, libraries should consider implementing both personal and organisational approach to ensure greater level of LIS Professionals’ satisfaction. The study counts upon the perception of the LIS professional job satisfaction and perception.
Use of ICT Based Resources and Services Among PG Students, Research Scholars and Teachers of Arts and Science Colleges in Puducherry: A Study
Authors: Hema R. , Nagarajan M. , Vanathi B.
Published: August 2023

The study indicates use of ICT based resources and services in Arts and Science College Libraries by the PG students, Research scholars and Teachers in Puducherry. A survey was carried out among the users, along with observation at the Arts and Science colleges in Puducherry. The study reveals that the awareness, purpose, frequency, adequacy and time spent and extent of user’s satisfaction with ICT based resources and services.
Utilization of ICT Based Resources and Services by the Users of Arts and Science Colleges in Tirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu: A Study
Authors: Anbu Jebamalar A. , Seethai R. M. , Vanathi B.
Published: August 2023

This paper describes use of ICT based resources and services by users of Arts and Science colleges in Tirunelveli District. The study highlights the awareness approach for ICT based resources and services, frequency of using ICT based resources ICT based resources and services, purpose of using ICT based resources and services and satisfaction level of using ICT based resources and services among the users of Arts and Science colleges.
Utilization of Library Resources for Publication Purpose by the Faculty of Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore - A Study
Authors: Moorthy R. , Dominic J.
Published: August 2023

This paper investigates the use of resources by the faculty for publication purpose by conducting a survey at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore. The finding of the investigation reveals that most of the respondents are satisfied with the library resources.
Information Access Pattern of Users of Selected Engineering College Libraries in Chennai, Tamil Nadu – A Study
Authors: Gopala Krishnan N. , Arumugam R. , Srinivasa Raghavan S.
Published: August 2023

In the material world of science, information plays the crucial role for the existence of common human being without which man may not exist as it is exactly and increasingly being recognized as a vital source. Information is an indispensable raw material for right decision making from individual to individual and from individual to general. It is, in fact, a vital ingredient for the social development of any nation, especially for the developing countries like India. It is a well accepted generalization that a county which is rich in information is rich in socio-economic spheres. The backwardness of any country in respect of socio-economic spheres is mainly due to lack of information transferred adequately to international co-operation, co-ordination and understanding, especially in the field of science and technology.
A User’s Study on Library Services in Engineering Colleges at Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Authors: Chandra Mohan Kumar C. S. , Dominic J.
Published: August 2023

This paper describes about the user’s study in library services in engineering colleges at Coimbatore. The survey has been conducted in 32 engineering college libraries.The data were collected in the form of questionnaire stating the opinion on access to full text database in library, access to digital repository, issue of books to the users, opinion on gate register, facilities and services offered by the library and library staff supporting for discovering the information. The study revealed that all users’ wants basic services, reliability, responsiveness, timeliness, honesty and a caring approach. They want assistance for information access, and to read materials in both print and online formats.
Nanomaterials: A Scientometric Analysis
Authors: Prabakar S. , Thirumagal A.
Published: August 2023

The emergence of the nanomaterials in the growing innovative technologies stimulates to do an analysis on the research work on nanomaterials by means of Scientometric techniques. The research work has been conducted by means of the selection of database of sample of 10 years from 2003 to 2010 which reveals that the total no. publication is 16958, along with the total Global Citation Score of 208085 and 9969 as total Local Citation Score. It was proved that the literatures on nanomaterials published in 11 different documents and that too in 17 different languages throughout the world. The Chi-square test proves that the significant error value is lesser than the critical value which is a proven possibility to predict the future trend of the no. of publications. The different types of publication proves that the journal article alone may no longer stand as a mark of the research output and as well as for citations. English language research work tends to be at the first place among the other language publications. The authorship pattern proves that the multi authored papers plays a dominant role in the research publication. Bradford’s Law has been utilized to find out the core journals which produced more articles. A suggestion has been given through this article to the global research society to enhance the scientists with exclusive opportunities to do more and more research on nanomaterials towards the betterment of the society.
User’s Satisfaction on Library Services in Anna University Engineering Colleges at Coimbatore City, Tamil Nadu: A Study
Authors: Chandra Mohan Kumar C. S. , Dominic J.
Published: August 2023

This paper makes an attempt to study the user’s satisfaction in library services in the Engineering Colleges at Coimbatore. The survey was conducted in 32 Engineering College Libraries. The data were collected in the form of questionnaire stating the opinion on access to full text database in library, access to digital repository, issue of books to the users, opinion on gate register, facilities and services offered by the library and library staff supporting for discovering the information. The study revealed all users’ need based services, reliability, responsiveness, timeliness, honesty and a caring approach. They want assistance for information access resource materials both print and online formats. On review of the literature, it was found that no comprehensive study on the user’s satisfaction on library service in the affiliated Engineering colleges of Anna University in Coimbatore has been done. In order to bridge the gap between the services offered by the Libraries of these Engineering Colleges and the needs and expectations of the various users, present study has been proposed and conducted.
Scientometric Dimension of Digital Architecture Research Output Based on Web of Science Database: A Global Perspective
Authors: Ranganathan C. , Balasubramani R.
Published: August 2023

This study analyses the global publications output in Digital Architecture research during 1999-2013 on several parameters. The Web of Science Databases has been used to retrieve the data for 15 years (1999-2013) by the searching the keyword “Digital Architecture”. Scientometric analysis of 6335 papers related Digital Architecture research output was undertaken. Most of the researchers preferred to publish their research results in journal articles; as such (5031 articles) 79.41% of articles were published in journals. On an average of 300 papers are published every year. Two and more authored papers constitute majority of the contributions and degree of collaboration amounts to 0.89. This shows that team research is prevalent in the area of Digital Architecture. It is observed that author productivity is not in agreement with Lotka’s law,but productivity distribution data partially fits the law when the value of Chi-square to 727.71 Bradford’s distribution the relationship between the zone is 1: a: a2, while the relationship in each zone of the present study is 25:258:1214 which does not fit into Bradford’s distribution. North European Countries (40%) produces largest amount and Asian countries occupy the third place of the research output of literature related to Digital Architecture and English is the most predominant language used for publishing the literature related to Digital Architecture during the study period.
Use of Electronic Information Resources by the Faculty of Banaras Hindu University: A Survey
Authors: AnandaMurugan M.
Published: August 2023

Availability of e-resources has changed what users actually read and use. They now tend to use only what is easily accessible. The objectives of the study were to determine faculty members knowledge of e-resources; faculty’s access to computers and use of e-resources, both number and frequency; and  the areas of training needed by faculty to utilize e-resources efficiently and effectively and to recommend how the library could fulfill identified  training needs and what strategies the library could use to improve service as well as what areas the library could research further. A survey was administered to faculty in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, and veterinary sciences at The University of the West Indies.The questions covered computer literacy, computer access and location, knowledge and use of electronic resources, and training needs.
The Impact of Fee Based Library Services in University Libraries in Makurdi Metropolis
Authors: Igyuve Mwuese S. , Ashaver Doosuur D.
Published: August 2023

Fee based library services give an increased ability to serve larger clienteles satisfactorily with the services they render and this is made possible with resource sharing. Fee based services enables libraries to offer services to library users and others that would not otherwise have been able to provide and brings in a useful amount of extra income that is ploughed back into library service aimed at satisfying users better. However, it is believed that there have been factors militating against these important fee based library services such as lack of professional and non-professional staff. The paper therefore looks at the impact of fee based library services on university libraries in Makurdi Metropolis. The study adopted a descriptive survey design and simple random sampling technique was used in drawing a sample size of 384 library staff and users. Mean and standard deviation statistics were used to answer research questions while Chi-Square was used for testing the hypotheses formulated at 0. 05 level of significance. It was discovered that fee based library services have positively impact on university libraries in Makurdi Metropolis. The study recommended that it is no more ample to justify the existence of university libraries just on the basis that they provide for the community of users’ information needs and are guardians of culture and research findings, these libraries have to survive and it will be proper to introduce more fee based library services to generate extra funds for the upkeep and survival of the university libraries.
Bibliometric Study of Chemistry Literature in North Eastern Hill University During 2000 to 2010
Authors: Nongrang Khrawbok
Published: August 2023

The main purpose of the study is to find out the scattering of Chemistry periodical literature in ‘North Eastern Hill University (NEHU)’ using bibliometric studies and to identify the core journal in this field. For the purpose of this study faculty members from Chemistry department have been chosen which comprise of nineteen faculty members and articles published by them in research journals during the period 2000 to 2010. The articles included in the present study were collected from NEHU institutional repository, Developing Library Network (DELNET) via Document Delivery Service (DDS) and also from ‘Web of Science (WoS)’ database of the Institute for Scientific Information (ISI). A total of 377 journals containing 4134 references were collected, MS-Excel spreadsheet and MS-Word were used to analyse the final data collected in order to generate tables, charts, graphs, etc. From the growth of literature on the subject of Chemistry the analysis of data showed that the nature of growth literature is not consistent as the number of publication varies in nature. In identification of core journals Leimkuhler model was employed and the following relationship of each zone is 5: 41 : 331 377 which fit into Bradford’s distribution.
Usability Experience Design, Cloud Computing and Green Computing: Take a Look of these Emerging Field of Information Sciences
Authors: Paul Prantosh Kr. , Chatterjee Dipak
Published: August 2023

Information Science is one of the important and responsible subjects of social change. From traditional partial information centered subject to information science all subjects are treated as vital applied science. The main aim of information science is information activities with the help of tools, techniques and technologies. During 1970-90’S information science dealt only with indexing, user studies, knowledge management internet, web, automation, digitalization, Knowledge society, but today many subjects and emerging areas make information science a technomanagement subject which is considered for social engineering. Green computing and cloud computing are the most important areas of information science for digitalization and virtualization of Information Technology products keeping in mind eco-friendliness and energy management. Though user experience design to some extent is related to web design and development but truly it is fully related to usability engineering. Usability Engineering is also responsible for good user interface design based on user need and demand. This paper describes all the emerging areas of information science, with special reference to cloud and green computing and usability engineering
Usage of E-Resources by the Faculty Members of Engineering College Libraries in Erode District, Tamil Nadu: An Analysis
Authors: Thangavel P. , Jayaprakash M.
Published: August 2023

Nowadays E-resources plays a vital role in every intellectual movement of higher education. Due to the significance of these E-resources lot of the academic institutions in India copiously investing to offer access to these e-resources to support teaching learning, and research purpose. The present Study reveals that the existence of different E-resources, awareness of E-resources, preference of E-resources, problems faced while accessing the E-resources and purpose of E-resources usage in faculty members of Engineering College Libraries in Erode District, Tamil Nadu.
Assessing the Effectiveness of Information Services: A Case Study of National Agricultural Research System (NARS), Bangladesh
Authors: Das Susmita , Mondal Paritosh , Das Rajesh Kumar
Published: August 2023

The investigator evaluates the present information services of the National Agricultural Research System (NARS) Libraries and Agricultural Information Center, Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council (BARC). Agricultural development is dependent to some extent on scientific services provided by NARS library and information professionals. The present study is a case study in nature. Judgmental random sampling was used to collect the data from the library professionals and staff and library users. Two sets of semi-structured questionnaire were distributed among them. Besides, field visit, interviews and FGDs were employed in the study to find the qualitative results. The existing facilities, strength, and weakness of agricultural information services are identified in the study. The survey result indicates that the respondents desire for improving the quality of information services in the NARS libraries and information center. The study ended with recommendations for making the libraries digitally automated having ample internet facilities.
Religious Beliefs, Practices and Quality of Life among Cancer Survivors: A study on Cancer Survivor from Shaukat Khanam Cancer Hospital Lahore
Authors: Alvi Aaqib Shahzad , Hussain Intisar , Afzal Afzaal , Rahman Abdur
Published: August 2023

Religious belief and practices are meditative to assist people in confronting problems and an unrestrained prospect that absorbs connection to something greater, sacred, inspirational and intensively tied to a deep sense of entity. It is an integral dimension of an individual's life and recognized as a critical factor in their physical, psycho-social, cultural and health practices which deal with potentially life threatening and chronic diseases like cancer. Religious belief and practices have significant influences on the patient’s support system, emotional stability, enhance decision making, connectedness, acceptance, and even belief in survival among others. Religiosity among cancer patients/survivors manage life stressors and are linked to the notion of divinity; maintain relationship with God, reduction of negativity, improvement in health and quality of life. This empirical study was a cross-sectional research that carried out through the diagnostic survey methods and estimation. The primary data obtained from cancer survivors from Shaukat Khanam trust cancer hospital Lahore through Structured questionnaire along with DSES scale by Lynn G. Underwood (2006) and the scale of European organization for research and treatment of cancer (EORTC QLQ-C30). Findings of the study indicated that there is significant association between religious belief, practices and quality of life among cancer survivors.
Editorial Herança
Authors: Lousada Isabel
Published: August 2023

Editorial Herança