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Md Shafiur Rahman1, M Al Mamun1
1Library and Information Services (LIS), International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh (icddr,b), Mohakhali, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Health Information and Libraries Journal
|January 21, 2024
Summary
This study assesses medical libraries in Bangladesh, focusing on services, Research4Life, institutional repositories, and automation. Key challenges and recommendations for development are provided.
Area of Science:
- Health Sciences Information Management
- Library and Information Science
Background:
- Medical libraries in Bangladesh face evolving challenges in providing essential services.
- The digital age necessitates advancements in library services, research support, and resource management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the current state of medical libraries in Bangladesh.
- To identify challenges and propose recommendations for the development of medical libraries.
Main Methods:
- The study focuses on four key areas: Medical Library Services, Research4Life, Institutional Repository (IR), and Library Automation.
- Analysis of the present status and challenges faced by these libraries.
Main Results:
- Identified critical areas include library services, Research4Life adoption, Institutional Repository implementation, and library automation.
- Key challenges hinder the effective functioning and development of medical libraries.
Conclusions:
- Recommendations include increased library budgets, Integrated Library System (ILS) implementation, skilled staffing, and enhanced information networking.
- A sound ICT environment and online collection development are crucial for progress.
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