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Library & information science (LIS) research 1987-1997: A decade of development

Tue, 01 Dec 1998 00:00:00 GMT

Title: Library & information science (LIS) research 1987-1997: A decade of development Authors: Manjunatha, K; Shivalingaiah, D Abstract: A study of ongoing research in any subject field can provide valuable information about the current trends and future direction of the field. Carries out an analysis of theses accepted for award of Ph.D. and research in progress in various Indian universities from 1987 to 1997 trying to provide foundation for examining the performance of library and information science (LIS) research. Presents the results of the study with the goal of broadening the perspectives of the LIS research community and to help them to debate on the nature and proper direction of the research. Page(s): 137-155

Informetrics on M.N. Srinivas

Tue, 01 Dec 1998 00:00:00 GMT

Title: Informetrics on M.N. Srinivas Authors: Devarai, Rajasekhar S; Ramesh, L S R C V; Vali, Hussain Mohd Abstract: M.N. Srinivas, the well known sociologist is widely recognized as architect of modern Indian sociology and social anthropology. His publications have been analyzed by year, domain, authorship pattern, channels of communication used, key words etc. The results indicate that the papers published by him are of a nature that qualifies him to be a 'role model' for the younger generations to emulate. By the end of 1995, Srinivas had to his credit 144 papers which included 33 broad papers in sociology and anthropology; 18 papers in social change; 28 papers on village studies; 12papers on religion; 17 papers on caste and 36 papers of general popular interest. The periods 1958-61 and 1974-77, when Srinivas was 38-41 and 58-61 years old, were his most productive periods with highest publication activity. Page(s): 125-135

Journal of plantation crops - A bibliometric appraisal

Tue, 01 Dec 1998 00:00:00 GMT

Title: Journal of plantation crops - A bibliometric appraisal Authors: Thajudin, S Abstract: Articles published in the Journal of Plantation Crops during the period 1973-96 have been subjected to Bibliometrics analysis. The study throws light on the different aspects of the publications such as nature of communication, geographical distribution, authorship pattern and citations. Quantitative output in the different areas of research pertaining to plantation crops has been projected. Page(s): 117-124

An assessment and evaluation of human resource management issues in the academic libraries of Lucknow : A study

Tue, 01 Sep 1998 00:00:00 GMT

Title: An assessment and evaluation of human resource management issues in the academic libraries of Lucknow : A study Authors: Singh, Rajesh Abstract: Human Resource Management (HRM) is a function performed in organizations that facilitate the most effective use of employees to achieve organizational and individual goals. Maximizing the efforts and contributions of human beings is a major problem today in the libraries and information centers (LlCs) As a part of this study, nineteen academic libraries of Lucknow were surveyed to assess the human issues related to human resource management in these libraries. Current status of professionals engaged, their views and remarks for improving library services to better meet the user needs is also discussed. Survey results indicate that persons engaged in libraries are not satisfied with their job, work culture, and promotional propects. Recommendations for improving library services and strategies for implementing these recommendations are discussed. It has been emphasized that effective HRM is the only way to get best out of the people for successful management of LlCs. Page(s): 103-115