The working party was established with instructions to recommend a policy on scientific and technical information retrieval and dissemination and on how that policy might best be implemented. This report of the working party defines what the objectives of such an information system should be and discusses the governmental responsibility toward the…

The conference papers, workshop committee reports and records of panel discussions are presented in this proceedings. The contents are separated into the following sections: (1) General Sessions which includes papers on information systems in the pharmacist's modern role and on system design considerations; (2) Workshops, committee reports and the…

Trainers will find that Educational Resources Information Center is a valuable research tool providing ready access to descriptions of exemplary programs, research and development efforts, and other pertinent information. How to effectively conduct a computer search of the ERIC system is described in detail. (Author/BP)

Reviews the conception and services of ALANET, American Library Association's (ALA) electronic information service designed to create an electronic mail system and develop a wide-ranging information service to improve access to information resources of ALA. External databases, professional information services, communications networks, assisting…

Describes microcomputer based search system that provides access to selected portions of the ERIC database using a simplified and guided format and serves as inexpensive tool to teach concepts of online searching and information retrieval. Getting started, decision and command lines, help instructions, and availability of database disks are…

This article discusses sources from which information used in in-house databases can be obtained and enumerates points to consider in database building phase (test database design ideas against external database if available, make arrangements for data entry, exercise quality control). Fourteen contractors or sources of computerized information…

Discusses technological developments causing changes in personal information systems: increase in commercial support services; proliferation of microcomputers; capability to download from secondary services into private files; and developing desire to utilize functions such as electronic mail and automated office functions. Appendices list 21…

A computer system, named CORA, has been devised for coding chemical structures by fragmentation elements. It has been used to encode Markush formulas in patents according to the Ring codes used in the Ringdoc and Pestdoc services and results in an easy, speedy, reliable and inexpensive method. (4 references) (Author)

The Current Awareness Bulletin" is discussed and the details of the mechanics of its preparation are described. (Author)

The Joint Unesco-ISCU feasibility study for the establishment of a World Science Information System (UNISIST) has been completed and a description of UNISIST and its advantages are described. (AB)

This article puts together a listing of the current ERIC Clearinghouses, their addresses, phone numbers, and scope, providing an invaluable service to Bulletin readers. A regular feature in the Bulletin is the publication of relevant ERIC research reports. (Editor)

Reviews and comments on federal policies for secondary information systems and services since World War II and discusses the impact of federal policy on the mission orientation of information services. The evolution of federal information policies is also discussed. A 17-item reference list accompanies the text. (Author/JL)

Examines the development and current status of research on personal information systems, i.e., those systems where an individual collects, annotates, and stores bibliographic information according to his own needs and preferences. Effects of computer-based dissemination services on the growth and management of these systems are discussed. Included…

Examines the assumptions which underlie the design of SDI systems with respect to context of use, activities supported by SDI, and characteristics which make documents useful. Relates these assumptions to the failure of SDI to gain widespread acceptance among scientific information users. A 43-item reference list is included. (JL)

To provide an understanding of the General Information Programme in promoting and assisting the development of information systems and services at national, regional, and international levels, this article briefly describes the organization and characteristics of PGI's work programs, as well as specific applications in Latin America and the…