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Physico‐chemical and sensorial evaluation of new varieties of acerola
Authors: Mamede M.E.O. , Miranda M.P.S. , Ritzinger R. , Godoy R.C.B. , Velozo E.S. 
Published: February 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to evaluate the chemical, physical and sensory composition of three new varieties of acerola (Rubra, Cabocla and CMF 017).Design/methodology/approachThe samples of ripe acerola were collected from the Active Germoplasm Bank of Embrapa Cassava and Tropical Fruits – Cruz das Almas/Bahia, from the speciesMalpighia emarginataDC and analyzed by using standard methods.FindingsThe findings were that the Rubra variety stood out among the others in terms of flavour and purchasing intention, probably due to its pH 3.60, total acid (0.83 percent malic acid) and Vitamin C (911.97 g ascorbic acid/100 g) which gave the variety a less acidic flavour. As regards size, the average acceptability of this variety was 6.01, statistically different from Cabocla (8.08). Total anthocyanins were also found to be the highest, 76.7 mg/100 g and therefore the antioxidant activity of the peel was greater (85 percent) compared with the other varieties, though not differing statistically from the CMF 017 variety. According to these results, the Rubra variety is the one which should be of most interest to producers.Practical implicationsThe new variety often fails to exceed nutritional and organoleptic characteristics of existing varieties in the market with established acceptance levels. The paper evaluates the chemical and sensorial composition of new varieties of acerola fruit, which could be launched on to the market. It was observed that one particular variety had better sensorial and nutritive quality.Originality/valueThis kind of data is important both for consumers who want to buy the best quality fruit and producers who want to plant more of the better quality variety so that they can gain greater added‐value in the commercialization of the fruit.
Library Review: The banning of books in libraries
Authors: Berwick Sayers W.C. 
Published: February 2010

PurposeAims to focus on the correct attitude of the librarian when selecting fiction.Design/methodology/approachThe article discusses the banning of books in libraries from the context of what was perceived as a moral decline in the literature at the time that the article was written in 1928.FindingsThe author's view is that no novel written has sufficient quality to be a source of trouble between a public library and its people. It should be bought if the reviewers praise it enough; it should be circulated freely until someone objects; and in that event it should be withdrawn from the open shelf, but it should be left in the catalogue. The person who wants it will ask for it, and if that person is of mature years, may be allowed, without question, to have it.Originality/valueThe article provides information of a historical nature, of value to information professionals.
Whither rational thought
Authors: McMenemy David 
Published: February 2010

PurposeIn light of the decision of the American Library Association to offer the television psychic James Van Praagh a speaking slot at its last annual conference, this paper aims to consider the responsibility of the library profession in advocating the rational over the irrational.Design/methodology/approachThe paper provides a reflective overview; examining issues related to the role of the professions in promoting a rational viewpoint.FindingsThat to allow questionable claims to be made within our conferences and meetings ethically obliges us to ensure that the alternative viewpoint is also presented, to ensure the exchange of debate and furtherance of knowledge. To not do so risks the danger of legitimising the irrational viewpoint in the eyes of observers.Practical implicationThe paper relates to the wider responsibilities of the library profession.Originality/valueThe paper presents a personal viewpoint related to a modern responsibility that the profession should be aware of.
Uniting information behaviour research and the information professional
Authors: Shenton Andrew K. 
Published: February 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to ascertain the key journals publishing on the topic of information behaviour.Design/methodology/approachThe study focusses on four key textbooks in the field to compile a list of key journals that were being cited.FindingsThe primary aim of the project discussed in this paper is to identify the serials that may be considered the core journals reporting research on young people's information behaviour, with a view to helping the information professional stay up‐to‐date with important work in this field. While the study is in progress, it emerges that the research may also be of value to practitioner researchers looking to publish their own investigations in this area since it may be assumed that the journals in the upper echelons of the ranking lists are particularly receptive to submissions relating to information behaviour.Practical implicationsThe paper should be of interest to practitioners involved in the support of information seeking in young people.Originality/valueThe paper offers a useful insight for researchers and others interest in information behaviour into the journals they should focus energy in consulting.
The effect of natural fermented milk in the protection of liver from cancer
Authors: Rayes Amna A.H. , El‐Naggar Sabah M.M. , Mehanna Nayra Sh. 
Published: February 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to evaluate the protective effect of natural fermented milk (NFM) against liver cancer.Design/methodology/approachFive types of NFM were collected from different places around Makka. The natural flora which present in them were studied and certain types which contain Lactobacillus spp. and Bifidobacterium spp. strains were selected to be used in the research. The nutritional experiment was carried out on 20 Albino mice divided into four groups. The first group (A) was control (not fed on NFM). The second (B) and third (C) groups were fed daily on (NFM) for two weeks. The final group (D) received basal diet only for four weeks, but after two weeks the third and fourth groups were treated orally by one dose of toxic mutagen (0.25 mg/mouse). The quality of life was measured by: specific strain count in stool; histopathological and histochemical studies on liver; and lymphocytic count.FindingsCow's milk which contains Lactobacillus spp. and Bifidobacterium spp. has a protective effect depending on its anti‐microbial properties. Also it enhances the endogenous intestinal probiotic bacteria that have several beneficial effects (i.e. detoxification and antigen toxicity) and stimulation of immune modulator cells.Originality/valueThe paper evaluates the protective effect of natural fermented milk (NFM) against cancer of the liver.
Undeclared work: a new source of employment?
Authors: Renooy Piet 
Published: February 2010

PurposeThe aim of this paper is to focus upon some of the more innovative projects that are being pursued in Europe that move beyond the conventional punitive approach and seek to provide positive incentives and new institutional arrangements to enable undeclared work to be transformed into legitimate employment.Design/methodology/approachThis paper evaluates the service vouchers policy initiative in Belgium and the Harz Committee policy recommendations, especially mini jobs, in Germany.FindingsThe finding is that although significant numbers of declared jobs have been created by these schemes, sometimes at a relatively low cost compared with other options for creating new formal jobs, such initiatives have had a relatively minor impact on the overall level of undeclared work in these societies.Originality/valueThis paper is one of the first to bring these innovative policy initiatives to the attention of an English‐speaking audience.
Matching rhetoric with reality
Authors: Jackson Matthew 
Published: February 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine the mismatch between the language and rhetoric used by UK Central Government departments to promote particular policy options and initiatives and the experiences of Third Sector organisations engaged in such programmes. The paper provides an overview of policy development involving the Third Sector in the UK and seeks to provide a practice and political context to facilitate the analysis.Design/methodology/approachThe paper draws upon empirical research undertaken with Third Sector and public sector agencies in specific initiatives in England. The methodology adopted includes an analysis both of the policy documents and official guidance notes provided as well as qualitative data drawn from interviews with key participants in the process.FindingsThe paper observes that for both parties in the process the relationships/experience was uncomfortable. The diversity, size, ethos and shape of the Third Sector were not fully understood by public sector agencies and the implications of the governance and decision making processes were not fully grasped by either party.Research limitations/implicationsWhile the policy and practice implications are explicitly discussed in the paper it is rooted in the particular organisational structures/culture of the UK (and England in particular). While comparisons are possible they are to be found in the discussion on processes.Practical implicationsThe paper adds to the analysis/understanding of the policy and practice relationship(s) between the Third Sector and central/local government and points to ways in which these relationships are likely to become more significant over time.Originality/valueThe paper adds to the literature on the Third Sector but is significant because of its focus on specific policy initiatives.
Social enterprise, strategic networks and regional development
Authors: Mawson John 
Published: February 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine the way in which the UK Labour Government “framed” the policy and practice debate on social enterprise, the way in which “strategic” networks were (or were not) facilitated and the extent to which scale and geography shaped policy choices after 1997.Design/methodology/approachThe paper examines three phases of development through a series of examples/case studies all of which are based in the West Midlands in the UK. The paper draws upon the author's practice and experience as both a practitioner and researcher during this period. Interviews with other key individuals are undertaken to inform the author's reflections and analysis.FindingsThe paper suggests that there is a risk that experience, knowledge and understanding are at risk as there seems to be poorly developed processes and systems to “capture” informed understanding and that the importance of regional networks to promote practice and to protect innovation are often poorly developed and supported.Research limitations/implicationsThe paper is timely given the renewed focus by political parties in the UK on the role of the third sector in providing the “solution” for a number of public sector initiatives.Practical implicationsThe paper cuts across both the literature/debate on public policy as well as that on the role of networks and decision making within informal (as well as formal) organisations.Originality/valueThe paper is timely and will add to an awareness of policy choices and the importance of sustaining a “memory” of past (and current) programmes.
The role of community‐based organisations in sustaining community regeneration
Authors: Coatham Veronica , Martinali Lisa 
Published: February 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to reflect upon the development of the third sector and its relationship with social inclusion by reference to a specific case study – the Castle Vale Community Regeneration Services (CVCRS). By drawing upon an informed understanding of CVCRS the authors examine the ways in which the discourse of “regeneration” and the “third sector” is played out.Design/methodology/approachThe paper uses a case study approach as the basis for framing the debate and analysis.FindingsThe paper concludes that the capacity of third sector organisations to meet the expectations of local residents and local agencies and professionals represent real challenges. The case study also illustrates the way in which such organisations share the characteristics of small businesses and this raises important questions over the skills and capacities of those managing such projects.Research limitations/implicationsImplications for third sector organisations can be generalised from this paper.Practical implicationsThe paper identifies the ways in which the medium to long‐term sustainability of such projects is contingent upon enhancing both the management/governance of such projects and also the mainstream funding of projects.Originality/valueCase study material provides a richness in description and adds to understanding of the topic.
Potential benefits of engaging primary stakeholders in developing a vision
Authors: Schraeder Mike , Self Dennis R. 
Published: February 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this article was to outline some of the potential benefits of engaging primary stakeholders in the process of developing or revising an organization's vision.Design/methodology/approachPlausible benefits associated with involving primary stakeholders in the visioning process were discussed within the framework of the current global economic crises.FindingsInvolving key primary stakeholders such as employees, customers, and owners/investors in the visioning process can elicit benefits including an accelerated rate of change, enhanced organizational recovery, and renewed stakeholder loyalty.Originality/valueThis article emphasizes the importance of engaging primary stakeholders, comprised of employees, customers, and owners/investors in the process of visioning. Potential benefits of involving these primary stakeholders in the process are also summarized within the context of our current, global, economic crises.
Sustainable refurbishment: policy direction and support in the UK
Authors: Mansfield John 
Published: February 2010

PurposeThis paper has three principal aims – to examine the development of international policy direction for sustainability in the built environment; to highlight the contribution that the legacy stock could make to the various sustainability targets through sustainable refurbishment; and to review the UK government's direct and indirect support of sustainable refurbishment.Design/methodology/approachThe paper critically reviews international and national policy documents and associated professional commentary.FindingsThe general conclusions are that the international targets for energy efficiency and carbon dioxide reduction within the built environment are focused on new‐build schemes. The annual replacement rate of the existing stock is minimal; thus the legacy stock will dominate for a considerable time. Sustainable refurbishment could provide significant financial benefits to investors and occupiers in addition to positively contributing to various sustainability targets. The UK government could do more to actively support sustainable refurbishment activity through direct and indirect initiatives.Originality/valueThe paper offers an applied examination of the level of support offered by the UK government to the commercial sector that has the potential to make a significant contribution to the broader targets.
Problem‐based learning supported by digital archives
Authors: Chen Chih‐Ming , Chen Chia‐Chi 
Published: February 2010

PurposeThis paper seeks to assess the differences between learning performance and the satisfaction of learners who use digital resources in the Taiwan Libraries' History Digital Library (organized digital resources) and the Google search engine (unorganized digital resources) in problem‐solving learning for the same subject via the problem‐based learning (PBL) mode. The paper aims to explore the advantages and characteristics of using digital archives to support PBL and to offer suggestions that are helpful when using digital archives to support e‐learning.Design/methodology/approachThe study adopted the quasi‐experimental design method to assign all participants into an experimental group and control group to evaluate differences in learning performance and the satisfaction of learners who use different digital resources during PBL processes. A statistical analysis scheme was employed to evaluate the learning performance of learners during PBL supported by different digital resources in terms of learning processes, PBL outcomes, and a questionnaire.FindingsThe study obtained the following conclusions: learning performance and the satisfaction of learners in the experimental group during PBL processes supported by digital archival resources were superior to those of control‐group learners who were supported by search engine resources; compared with search engine resources, the digital archival resources provide benefits in the learning phase, such as “action” (i.e. doing), in the proposed PBL mode, which has three learning phases; and compared with resources accessed through the Google search engine, PBL supported by digital archival resources should enhance searching performance and thereby increase learner willingness to use digital archives during e‐learning.Practical implicationsUsing digital archives to support e‐learning is a new trend in the library sciences field; however, few studies have developed useful learning modes for effective e‐learning supported by digital archives. Evidential research related to e‐learning supported by digital archives is also lacking; most studies used digital archives as digital course materials, thus ignoring the principal property of digital archives – excellent resource organization.Originality/valueThe paper shows that by integrating the PBL mode with digital archives one can identify the advantages of digital archives in supporting e‐learning, resulting in innovative and valuable research.
Supply chain management model for digital libraries
Authors: Meng‐xing Huang , Chun‐xiao Xing , Yong Zhang 
Published: February 2010

PurposeThis paper seeks to create a novel management model for digital libraries which can effectively respond to the challenges and culture posed by Google or other search engines.Design/methodology/approachThe paper attempts to construct an advanced management model for a digital library which can have the advantages of Google, other search engines and libraries, yet avoid their inherent weakness. For that, the paper investigates and analyzes the advantages and weaknesses of Google and digital libraries at home and abroad, and makes reference to the theory of supply chain management (SCM) to construct a new management model for a digital library.FindingsA supply chain for the digital library is constructed and a supply chain architecture for digital libraries, their components and the running situations of content services flow, information flow and funds flow in supply chain, is proposed. The components are described in detail. Then three kinds of service models are constructed and their service processes are analyzed.Practical implicationsThe paper is one of the research findings of the National Key Technology R&D Program of China during the 11th Five‐Year Plan Period (No. 2006BAH02A12): Digital Content Supporting Technology Platform and will be applied to Chinese digital libraries construction.Originality/valueThe supply chain management model for a digital library which is blessed with the advantages of Google and libraries but without their weaknesses is studied and presented for the first time. The model can provide a well‐suited, highly efficient and one‐stop‐shop information and knowledge service for users.
Perceptions of LIS professionals regarding use of Pakistan National Digital Library databases
Authors: Fatima Warraich Nosheen , Ameen Kanwal 
Published: February 2010

PurposeThis study sets out to investigate the perceptions of LIS professionals regarding the usage and satisfaction of the Pakistani Higher Education Commission (HEC) National Digital Library (NDL) databases. The NDL Programme provides free access to electronic resources (30 full text databases including 24,000 peer reviewed online journals and e‐books) of world‐renowned publishers to public and private sector universities and non‐profitable research and development organizations, in Pakistan.Design/methodology/approachThe study used a multi‐method approach. The data‐gathering techniques used for the study were an online survey, group interviews, and observation. A total of 75 people from 40 institutions responded to the survey.FindingsThe findings reveal that younger professionals showed more interest in the use of databases. A majority of users accessed these databases through the HEC web site. The respondents were more satisfied with electronic journals and were least satisfied with e‐books. It was found that the resources of HEC NDL are underused. HEC NDL needs to develop a promotional strategy and a feedback mechanism with the assistance of LIS professionals to improve its usage, because they have better knowledge of the information needs of their potential clients.Practical implicationsThe findings of the study and their implications will be helpful for universities and HEC authorities, as well as decision makers and LIS faculty, both in Pakistan and elsewhere.Originality/valueThe study is the first of its kind and thus a useful source for learning the perceptions of LIS professionals about this Pakistani programme.
Perception and usage of e‐resources and the internet by Indian academics
Authors: Sampath Kumar B.T. , Kumar G.T. 
Published: February 2010

PurposeThis paper aims to examine the perception and use of e‐resources and the internet by the engineering, medical and management academics in Bangalore City, India. The prime objective is to find out how academics compare e‐sources with print sources and how they perceive the advantages of e‐sources and problems for accessing them. It further aims to establish the extent of internet use, the purpose of such use and factors influencing it.Design/methodology/approachData were collected from 300 students and faculty members in selected engineering, medical and management colleges of Bangalore City. The questionnaire consists of 15 main questions with many of them having a number of subsidiary questions. The questions are designed for the students and faculty members to elicit their experience with the e‐sources and internet use for their study and research work.FindingsStudy results show that the students and faculty who participated in this survey are aware of e‐sources and also the internet. Even though a majority of the academic community use electronic information sources for their academic‐related work, most of them prefer print to electronic information sources. Many of the students and faculty learned about the electronic information sources either by trial and error or through the advice of friends.Practical implicationsLibrarians need to reallocate more budget to expand the availability of electronic resources for students and faculty. Library professionals should also help users to ascertain what high‐quality free resources are available on the internet and how to search these resources more effectively and efficiently.Originality/valueThis is the first comprehensive study of the use of e‐sources and internet by engineering, medical and management students and faculty members in India. Its findings will help library professionals in respective college libraries to plan for effective and efficient use of the internet to fulfil information requirements of the students and faculty members.