Laboratory Management
Explore supplemental materials for good laboratory management training. Learn to promote quality, reliability, and safety in lab practices. Enhance skills in reporting, archival, and environmental consciousness. Access resources to elevate your lab's reputation and impact.
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Reparative Description & Digitization: Transforming Archive Practices
Join the NARA's Town Hall on June 14, 2023, featuring leaders in reparative description and digitization from NARA, Library of Congress, and more. Learn about innovative approaches and initiatives towards rectifying past errors in archival practices. Explore the commitment to respecting Indigenous p
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Modernizing Backup and Archival for the Multi-Cloud World by FalconStor
FalconStor focuses on modernizing backup and archival solutions for the multi-cloud world, offering fast data backup and restore speeds, significant data reduction capabilities, cost savings, and cloud-ready operations. The company is recognized as a trusted data protection leader with a strong trac
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Overview of Civil Registration Services in Kenya
Comprehensive assessment and strengthening efforts of Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) in Kenya began with the 1st Conference for African Ministers responsible for CR in 2010. The CR process in Kenya involves registration of all births and deaths, archival, preservation, and issuance o
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International Workshop on Beam Dynamics Meets Diagnostics, Firenze 2015
The International Workshop on "Beam Dynamics Meets Diagnostics" took place in Firenze in November 2015, supported by the European Commission. Physical Review Special Topics - Accelerators and Beams is publishing a special edition for this workshop, inviting speakers to submit papers for peer review
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DNA Data Archival: Solving Read Consensus Using OneJoin Algorithm
DNA data storage presents challenges in archiving digital information efficiently due to the nature of biological media. This article delves into the complexities of DNA data storage, emphasizing the importance of robust archival solutions. The OneJoin algorithm offers a scalable and cross-architect
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Special Presentations on 60 Years of New Delhi World Book Fair
National Book Trust (NBT) was established in 1957 by the Government of India to promote book reading culture. The organization's major objectives include publishing in Indian languages, book promotion, and supporting the Indian publishing industry. NBT has been showcasing its work through exhibition
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Evaluating DACS Compliance in Archival Music Collections
This research focuses on evaluating DACS compliance and best practices through document analysis of finding aids for music materials. Elizabeth Surles, an archivist at the Institute of Jazz Studies, explores the challenges in describing music archives and the impact of musical style on documentation
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Alabama Department of Transportation Local Master Calendar Planning Schedule 2022
The schedule outlines various tasks to be completed by the Alabama Department of Transportation for the year 2022, including urban funds reporting, performance measures tracking, certification reviews, archival tasks, cube voyager invoicing, reporting to MPOs, and work program calculations. The deta
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Exploring the Benefits of Volunteering for Refugees in the Netherlands
Evidence from the Netherlands presented at the 13th International Conference of ISTR highlights that while volunteering may not always meet volunteers' expectations or lead to paid work, refugees value it for its social and psychological benefits. Recommendations include managing expectations and de
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Integrations with ArchivesSpace Webinar Series: Aeon and ArchivesSpace Highlights
Explore the collaboration between Aeon and ArchivesSpace in this informative webinar presented by Katie Gillespie from Atlas Systems and Joanne Archer from the University of Maryland. Discover the Aeon Atlas Plugin for ArchivesSpace, the functionalities of Aeon in managing requests and workflows for
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Enhancing Archival Research and Assessment: CORDA Perspectives
Delve into the critical discussions on framing research as evaluation and assessment in the archival profession, exploring the evolving methodologies, research agendas, and educational initiatives. Discover the multifaceted approach towards improving archival practices and education.
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History of Regional Archives in India
The National Archives of India established regional offices in important cities like Bhopal, Panaji, Jaipur, and Puducherry to preserve historical records. These regional centers house a variety of collections, including pre-Mutiny and Mutiny Papers, Portuguese Military Records, and French administr
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Understanding Student Perceptions of Archives Through Survey Data
This study conducted by Giao Luong Baker and Suzi Noruschat at Duke University and USC Libraries respectively aimed to gauge student perspectives on archives. They used survey data to analyze how exposure to USC Special Collections and Digital Library resources impacted student perceptions. The meth
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Leverett Historical Commission Strategic Planning Presentation Overview
Leverett Historical Commission identifies issues with ad hoc requests, lack of clarity on historical property significance, and inadequate maintenance plans. A strategic plan is needed to define assets, determine significance, create guidelines, prioritize restoration efforts, and establish funding
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FPGA Data Ingest Processing for NARA Electronic Records
NARA's Innovative Systems Lab at the University of Illinois is exploring FPGA technology for electronic records management. The project aims to address challenges in data storage, retrieval, and integrity for long-term archival. FPGAs offer software-configurable chips with unique capabilities for on
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Understanding Archives and Primary Sources in Research
Explore the meaning of archives, examples of archival sources, the distinction between primary and secondary sources, and how researchers locate archival materials. Delve into the significance of primary sources in research and personal life.
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Leveraging Alumni Archives for Campus Engagement
This presentation explores the innovative use of alumni and school archival materials to foster relationships on campus with limited resources. By repurposing unsolicited donations and conducting oral history interviews, library workers can revitalize dormant archival programs and enhance alumni eng
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Streamlining File Deduplication Process for Efficient Data Storage
Break down data into chunks, calculate signatures, and check for duplicates to optimize storage space. Deduplication method replaces duplicate chunks with pointers, improving write-heavy loads like backup and archival systems. Learn about the challenges and solutions for efficient file storage.
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Task Force Report on Future Reforms in General Education at Bloomington
The Task Force Steering Committee at Bloomington has been assessing and reporting on the future of general education, aiming to recommend evolutionary changes in requirements and structure without the need for additional credits or courses. Various inputs such as archival documents, best practices r
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Perspectives on Precarity: A Study of Project Archivists' Employment Status
A comprehensive study on the status of project archivists, examining factors affecting their perspectives compared to managers in term-limited positions. The research delves into demographics, hiring practices, morale, benefits, and sustainability, aiming to identify advocacy points. Methodology inc
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Acquiring Private Archives in Canadian Universities: Insights and Practices
The research delves into the acquisition of private archival materials by academic libraries in public universities across Canada. It explores decision-making processes, collaboration practices, and the involvement of internal and external contributors in building collections. The study sheds light
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Can Archives Make AI Better? Exploring the Future Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Archives
Our evolving interaction with machine intelligence challenges us to rethink how archives will be managed in the future, especially with the overwhelming volume of born-digital records. As AI becomes central to archival processes, concerns arise about biases and community involvement in shaping a tec
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Enhancing Access to Archival Materials: A Case Study at Western University Archives
Addressing the challenge of limited intellectual access to unprocessed archival materials, the case study at Western University Archives explores the implementation of preliminary finding aids to improve users' access. The study evaluates the impact of posting preliminary finding aids on material us
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Supervised Machine Learning for Data Management in Archives
In this study by Jennifer Stevenson, a supervised machine learning approach is proposed for arrangement and description in archives, specifically focusing on the DTRIAC collection which contains a vast amount of historical documents related to nuclear technology. The aim is to expedite the catalogin
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Management of Static Archives at Sonobudoyo Museum
Archives are crucial in preserving a nation's identity for future generations. The research focuses on the management of static archives at Sonobudoyo Museum, highlighting the preservation of historical values in accordance with Indonesian laws. The study reveals the effective archival practices imp
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Assessing Climate Change Risks on American Archival Repositories
This research collaboration led by Eira Tansey and colleagues discusses the potential impact of climate change on archival repositories in the United States. Findings reveal alarming risks such as flood exposure, sea-level rise, and temperature changes, urging for proactive disaster preparedness and
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Innovative Approach to Managing Archival Standards in Arts and Humanities
Explore the Standardization Survival Kit (SSK) and EHRI-EAD for a wider adoption of archival standards in Arts and Humanities. The SSK provides a documented and reusable system to manage the heterogeneity of EAD, offering an open platform for hosting resources related to metadata standards in resear
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Innovations in Attracting Students to Archives: The Lawrenceville School Heely Scholars Program
Explore how The Lawrenceville School's Heely Scholars Program creatively engages students in archival research, fostering a passion for history through hands-on experiences and innovative projects across various historical topics. From curricular beginnings to resulting products, discover the progra
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History and Formation of Baltic Audiovisual Archival Council (BAAC)
The Baltic Audiovisual Archival Council (BAAC) is an independent non-profit organization established to foster cooperation among archives, broadcasting, TV archives, libraries, and museums holding audiovisual materials related to the Baltic States, Scandinavian countries, and the Baltic diaspora. Th
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Understanding CIF and SHELXL-2014: Key Concepts Explained
CIF (Crystallographic Information Framework) and SHELXL-2014 play vital roles in data exchange and archival for crystallography. The CIF standard, along with FCF validation, ensures accuracy in structural data publication. Learn about embedding experimental data, refinement instructions, and the ABI
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