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Rannells, Eve – Information Development, 1994
Examines the development of the Pacific Legal Information Network (PALIN). PALIN was designed to be an online information retrieval system for legal information between the Pacific island nations; however, now, it is a collection of legal holdings that may be photocopied and distributed. Guides to legislation in Papua New Guinea are also…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Developing Nations, Foreign Countries, Information Dissemination

Hopkinson, Alan – Information Development, 1986
Outlines history of the development of the Unesco Common Communication Format, which is designed to enable exchange of records (monographs, serials, journal articles, contributions in proceedings) between different agencies throughout the world. Highlights include definition of "exchange format," major technical features, and examples of…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Databases, Global Approach, Information Networks

Pobukovsky, M. – Information Development, 1985
In 1975, Unesco's Computerized Documentation System was combined with Integrated Set of Information Systems to create a comprehensive collection of programs for input, management, and output. The system is being used to support an Integrated Documentation Network within Unesco and micro and minicomputer versions are soon to be released.…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Databases, Information Networks, Information Retrieval

Wesley, Cecile – Information Development, 1985
Describes and illustrates the main characteristics and methods of data collection and analysis used in compiling the National Register of Current Research, a major element of the Unesco pilot project initiated in the Sudan for the creation of an information service on research in progress. Eight sources are given. (EJS)
Descriptors: Data Analysis, Developing Nations, Flow Charts, Information Networks

Amarasuriya, Nimala R. – Information Development, 1986
Discussion of main areas and priorities for research and development and the scientific and technological infrastructure in Sri Lanka includes outline of history and main objectives of the Sri Lanka Scientific and Technical Information Center. Issues and problems in providing information are analyzed and possible solutions suggested. Seven sources…
Descriptors: Developing Nations, Information Needs, Information Networks, Information Services

Ogwang-Ameny, Remy – Information Development, 1993
Describes the National Information System project in Uganda that is being developed to support economic development goals; discusses creation of a national information policy; and considers personnel needs, training methods, materials, and facilities. A sidebar describes Nigeria's scientific information network. (Contains three references.) (LRW)
Descriptors: Developing Nations, Economic Development, Foreign Countries, Information Networks

Samaha, E. K. – Information Development, 1985
Main problems in dissemination of agricultural research results, provision of library and documentation services, development of person-to-person communication and communication of information to decision-makers, farmers, and other end-users are outlined and suggestions for improvements are offered. International information systems are described…
Descriptors: Agriculture, Communication (Thought Transfer), Developing Nations, Global Approach

Parker, J. Stephen, Ed. – Information Development, 1991
Six articles discuss the need for increased access to information for agricultural and scientific research in the countries of Zambia, Kenya, Ghana, Turkey, India, and Nigeria. Discussions focus on each country's current scientific and agricultural development and the demand for scientific materials and greater information dissemination. (MAB)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Agriculture, Developing Nations, Foreign Countries