An earlier model which proposed to determine the optimum number of shelves to minimize shelving cost of a book collection does not always yield optimal value. Underlying assumptions from this earlier model, which aren't always practical, are discussed, and algorithms providing a better solution for the same problem are presented. (Author)

Cardboard crates for shipping fruit can be made into attractive containers for the storage of instructional materials. A simplified cataloging and classification system is suggested for easy retrieval. (Author/STS)

Discussion of the drawbacks of remote storage and microforms as solutions to library storage and retrieval problems covers the advantages and disadvantages of moveable compact shelving, i.e., electrically-powered shelving which eliminates all but one aisle in any set of ranges of shelving. This system is recommended as the answer to storage…

This collection of essays addresses the planning, construction, and operating issues relating to high-density library shelving facilities. The volume covers essential topics that address issues relating to the building, its operations, and serving the collections. It begins with an introduction by the volume's editors, "The Paradox and…

The background of Swedish studies on the preservation of archival microfilm is given, information is given on the technical investigations, and recommendations are made. (PF)

Compact book storage and the economies and costs of compact book shelving are considered. (NH)

The replacement of some books and journal files with microform copies as a solution for the storage of library materials is discussed. (NH)

Transcriptional activation is a key process required for long-term memory formation. Recently, the transcriptional coactivator CREB-binding protein (CBP) was shown to be critical for hippocampus-dependent long-term memory and hippocampal synaptic plasticity. As a coactivator with intrinsic histone acetyltransferase activity, CBP interacts with…

This guide is intended as a resource document for the beginner in food services and food purchasing. The publication is divided topically by (1) purchasing procedures, (2) specifications and evaluation, (3) sources for purchasing food products, (4) storage of food products and inventory procedures, (5) type of food service management, and (6)…

Suggests that extra-wide aisle widths recommended for handicapped access are amenities libraries may not be able to afford today. (Author)

Two alternatives are suggested for a student filmmaker wishing to construct a film clip storage system in an attache case. (STS)

Directory of British manufacturers and distributors of storage systems for audiovisual materials. (LS)

Preservation, storage and shelving, handling and use, and tape copying are discussed. (5 references) (AB)

Cooperative storage warehouses have been advocated largely on two bases: the economies to be realized, and the extension of resources to be achieved. The economies have not been made but the extension of resources, in one instance, has. Other possible alternatives should also be fully explored. (NH)