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Science And Technology Undergraduate Students' Use Of The Internet, Cell Phones And Social Networking Sites To Access Library Information, Lutishoor Salisbury, Jozef Laincz, Jeremy J. Smith Apr 2012

Science And Technology Undergraduate Students' Use Of The Internet, Cell Phones And Social Networking Sites To Access Library Information, Lutishoor Salisbury, Jozef Laincz, Jeremy J. Smith

University Libraries Faculty Publications and Presentations

Many academic libraries and publishers have developed mobile-optimized versions of their web sites and catalogs. Almost all database vendors and major journal publishers have provided a way to connect to their resources via the Internet and the mobile web. In light of this pervasive use of the Internet, mobile devices and social networking, this study examines the habits of 290 science and technology students (with majors in biology (51%), chemical engineering (15%), biological engineering (9%), kinesiology (5%), and animal science (4%)), to identify whether they use this technology for library-related activities. The primary objective of this study was to identify …


Review Of Science For Science Librarians: Graphene, Kathleen A. Lehman Jun 2011

Review Of Science For Science Librarians: Graphene, Kathleen A. Lehman

University Libraries Faculty Publications and Presentations

Graphene is, in many ways, a simple substance. Made of a single atomic layer of graphite, graphene has emerged as a material providing many surprises and having immense scientific and industrial potential. In 2010, scientists Andre K. Geim and Konstantin S. Novoselov received the Nobel Prize in Physics for their isolation of graphene and for their research pertaining to the ultrathin material. In his presentation speech, Professor Per Delsing described how we all have made graphene each time we write with a pencil: microscopic bits of graphite and graphene flake away as the pencil moves across the paper (Delsing 2010). …


Profiles In Science: Stephen Hawking, Kathleen A. Lehman Mar 2011

Profiles In Science: Stephen Hawking, Kathleen A. Lehman

University Libraries Faculty Publications and Presentations

While Stephen Hawking’s early academic career lacked focus, the development of motor neuron disease straining against his hopes for a fulfilling life pulled the young scientist’s work together. He has since become the world’s most famous scientist due, in part, to his strong belief that science should be accessible to the general public. Hawking has published frequently for the academic community but has also published for the lay reader. His life has been recorded and examined by several biographers. This paper gives an overview of Hawking’s early life, academic career, his academic and popular publications, as well as a few …


Making Our Communities Greener: A Case Study Of Promoting Biogas Energy By Tongwei Evergreen Libraries In China, Wenjie Zhou, Tim J. Zou, Elaine X. Dong Feb 2010

Making Our Communities Greener: A Case Study Of Promoting Biogas Energy By Tongwei Evergreen Libraries In China, Wenjie Zhou, Tim J. Zou, Elaine X. Dong

University Libraries Faculty Publications and Presentations

Promoting the consumption of new energies, particularly of biogas, in rural areas is a strategic initiative of the Chinese government. The government has incorporated this initiative into many of its rural development plans. Likewise, Tongwei Evergreen Libraries (TEL, 通渭青树图书馆) has also integrated ideas of the initiative into its library services. This paper describes the Biogas Promotion Program (BPP) that TEL implemented, discusses the BPP model and roles of TEL in the program, and analyzes the initial results of the program through surveying local farmers. A survey was developed for this assessment study. The survey results show that the government biogas …


Library Consortia In China, Elaine Xiaofen Dong, Tim Jiping Zou Mar 2009

Library Consortia In China, Elaine Xiaofen Dong, Tim Jiping Zou

University Libraries Faculty Publications and Presentations

This paper traces the history and development of library consortia in China from 1980 to the present. It also gives examples and descriptions of various types of library consortia in China, including academic, public, special, multi-type library consortia at the regional and national level.


A Parliament Of Urls: Medieval Resources On The Web, Beth Juhl Jan 2008

A Parliament Of Urls: Medieval Resources On The Web, Beth Juhl

University Libraries Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.


Desk Set: Ready Reference On The Web, Beth Juhl Jan 2001

Desk Set: Ready Reference On The Web, Beth Juhl

University Libraries Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.


Red, White, And Boolean: Electronic Resources For American History, Beth Juhl Jan 1998

Red, White, And Boolean: Electronic Resources For American History, Beth Juhl

University Libraries Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.


Directory Assistance On Firstsearch: Prospects And Potential, Lutishoor Salisbury, Don Batson Mar 1997

Directory Assistance On Firstsearch: Prospects And Potential, Lutishoor Salisbury, Don Batson

University Libraries Faculty Publications and Presentations

This paper highlights the advantages in us­ing the Pro CD database on FirstSearch. It also identifies some weaknesses for business use and the constraints caused by the system. We provide guidelines and searching tips that will aid in maximum retrieval, usefulness of results, and cost-effectiveness.


Ex Machina: Electronic Resources For The Classics, Beth Juhl Jan 1995

Ex Machina: Electronic Resources For The Classics, Beth Juhl

University Libraries Faculty Publications and Presentations

This essay aims to provide an overview of electronic resources for the study and teaching of classics—including Greek and Latin languages and literature, philosophy, religion, art and archaeology, and ancient history—with particular emphasis on the tools most useful for a library collection serving an undergraduate clientele. Most of this discussion is devoted to CD-ROMs and other soft ware that are available for purchase, lease, or subscription. A short section at the end of the essay summarizes resources available on the Internet. There are a great many ingenious and entertaining programs for language teaching and drill, and numerous customized Greek and …