A collection of computer programs to do chemical information retrieval are described in terms of the interactions between the computer and the chemist. In interacting with the computer, the chemist can graphically specify two-dimensional structures as queries and view structures as search results. (18 references) (Author/NH)

On-line reference retrieval is seen as replacing tape driven systems within a few years. Design criteria are discussed including minimizing the number of disc accesses, use of hash coding for searching a thesaurus and searching with precise terms first and common terms last. (6 references) (Author/SJ)

The author suggests that counselors provide information regarding the outcomes of their efforts. The survival of counseling depends on documented and justified outcomes. (BY)

The technique described enables an on line computer based information retrieval system to aid indexers by selecting possible indexing terms to be assigned to a new document entering the system. The economic aspect of implementing the technique in a working information retrieval system is considered. (16 references) (Author/MM)

Describes the operation and services of the Smithsonian Science Information Exchange (SSIE), an information storage-retrieval system, which will supply an individual inquirer with a summary of research projects in a specific area. Included in the system are life, physical, agricultural, behavioral, social, and engineering sciences. In the current…

Methods to improve bringing the ERIC knowledge base to the attention of practitioners emphasizing the use of informal communication are suggested. (NH)

The planned development of scientific and technical libraries in the U.S.S.R. during the last fifty years, with special reference to their incorporation in the unified national system of information supply and servicing. (Author)

This paper discusses the Experimental Library Management System's features which facilate user interaction, and may prove useful in similar systems; techniques for tutoring the user, adaptability for the experienced user, minimization of keying, performance of clerical tasks by exception notification, and collection of operational statistics to…

Described are contributions to and use of the Behavior Bank, an international computer bank containing information (Behavior Charts and data forms) on over 11,000 precise measurement projects conducted to modify behavior through a wide variety of procedures from various disciplines. (KW)

The authors formulate a model of a computerized information system linking the manpower needs of a state with the output of the educational institutions, in order to match job-openings with qualifications of those leaving school." (Authors/AA)

Librarians must become skilled in the language and techniques of computer systems and data management in order to administer large machine readable files of information. An annotated bibliography for a self-education program is appended. (Author/AB)

These alerting services are citations of current published articles on various selected subjects. Abstracts, annotations, index terms or commentary are provided, depending on the requirements of the service. (Author/NH)