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Author = J. Mehrad
Number of Articles: 15
The Study of Thesaural Relationships from a Semantic Point of View
Volume 10, Issue 2 , July 2012, , Pages 135-147
Abstract
Thesaurus is one, out of many, precious tool in information technology by which information specialists can optimize storage and retrieval of documents in scientific databases and on the web. In recent years, there has been a shift from thesaurus to ontology by downgrading thesaurus in favor of ontology. ... Read MoreProviding a Persian Language Singular-Stemmer System (RICeST Stemmer)
Volume 9, Issue 2 , July 2011, , Pages 13-22
Abstract
This article aims at defining RICeST Stemmer in Persian language set up in the Regional Information Center for Science and Technology (RICeST). We applied linguistic knowledge and standard algorithms to extract machine-readable rules. In addition, plural suffixes and exceptions of which compound ... Read MoreCorrelation between Journal Self-citation and Impact Factor in ISC's PJCR Agriculture and Veterinary Science Journals during 2001-2007
Volume 9, Issue 1 , July 2011, , Pages 75-87
Abstract
This study investigates correlation between journal self – citation and impact factor in Agriculture and Veterinary subject category through the scientific journals indexed in ISC's PJCR during 2001 to 2007. Citation analysis is used to conduct the research. The results indicate a significant correlation ... Read MoreThe Islamic World Science Citation Center: A New Scientometrics System for Evaluating Research Performance in OIC Region
Volume 8, Issue 2 , July 2010, , Pages 1-10
Abstract
This article deals with the establishment of the Islamic World Science Citation Center (ISC) as the first citation system in the Islamic countries. It attempts to describe the mapping of ISC the way it has been established. At the time being, ISC has begun to evaluate the research performance of the ... Read MoreScientific Impact of Islamic Nations
Volume 8, Issue 2 , July 2010, , Pages 39-56
Abstract
This article has attempted to present a clear image of science production by the member states of the Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC) based on the Essential Science Indicators (ESI). ESI indexes the most effective science productions of the world. The World Bank, on the other hand, has classified ... Read MoreStructural Investigation of Websites’ Ranking Systems in view of Information Retrieval
Volume 8, Issue 1 , July 2010, , Pages 51-71
Abstract
For years, search engines have been considered as one of the most frequently used information seeking tools through the web. Efficiency, ease of use andsearch quality are the main factors for giving precedence over search engines. Search quality is assessed based on the concept of page rank whichis applied ... Read MoreOnline Search Skills of Shiraz University Post Graduate Students: A Survey
Volume 7, Issue 1 , July 2009, , Pages 1-13
Abstract
This survey attempted to measure online search skills amongst post graduate students of Shiraz University. Having examined the literature on online search skills, seven most frequently used and applicable online search skills were selected for this study. The two broad objectives were to measure ... Read MoreRICeST: Its Origin and Development, an Interview with Prof. Jafar Mehrad
Volume 6, Issue 1 , July 2008, , Pages 1-8
Abstract
Regional Information Center for Science and Technology (RICeST), located in Fars State, is one of the international institutions of the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology which is active in the area of information production and dissemination. The following interview is aimed at providing ... Read MoreRLST: Its Origin and Development, an Interview with Prof. Jafar Mehrad
Volume 5, Issue 2 , July 2007, , Pages 1-9
Abstract
Regional Library of Science and Technology (RLST), located in Fars State, is one of the international institutions of the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology which is active in the area of information production and dissemination. The following interview is aimed at providing the information ... Read MoreUsing SOM Neural Network in Text Information Retrieval
Volume 5, Issue 1 , July 2007, , Pages 53-64
Abstract
With the increase of the volume of information and the progress in technology, the deficiency of traditional algorithms for fast information retrieval becomes more clear. When large volumes of data are to be handled, the use of neural network as an Artificial Intelligent technique is a suitable method ... Read MoreSearch Abilities in Electronic Journals: A Comparative Study of Search Capabilities of Persian and Non-persian E-Journals
Volume 4, Issue 1 , July 2006, , Pages 57-66
Abstract
In this research the degree to which search abilities have been inserted into the search engines of Persian and non-Persian E-Journals has been investigated. 97 Persian E-Journals (PEJ) and 30 non-Persian, in this case English, E-Journals (EEJ) represent the research population. The required data ... Read MoreDesigning the Conceptual Model of an Electronic Document Management System for the Institute of Technical and Vocational Higher Education
Volume 3, Issue 2 , July 2005, , Pages 57-70
Abstract
This research discusses the process of designing a conceptual model for a new information system, i.e. Electronic Document Management System. The new system is designed for an educational institute (ITVHE) whose managers are the research population. The research methodology is based on structured analysis ... Read MoreDesigning and Implementing a Web-Based Full-Text Database on Persian Electronic Journals
Volume 2, Issue 2 , July 2004, , Pages 43-54
Abstract
By winter 2003 the Regional Library of Science and Technology (RLST) successfully completed the design and implementation of the Full-Text Database on Persian Electronic Journals. The main objective was to facilitate easy access to articles embodied in Persian journals without requiring the physical ... Read MoreJournal Selection Policy and The Contribution of Iranian Researchers in International Journals as Specified in ISI
Volume 1, Issue 2 , July 2003, , Pages 46-58
Abstract
The first part of this article deals with ISI’s journal selection policy. Describing the importance of evaluation process as well as determining the status of Iran in knowledge production in the areas of Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences, etc. and comparing it with the articles published ... Read MoreA COMPARATIVE STUDY OF THE END USERS’ AND THE INFORMATION EXPERTS’ SEARCHING OF RLST’S DATABASES IN TERMS OF SEARCH TIME, RECALL AND PRECISION RATIOS
Volume 1, Issue 1 , July 2003, , Pages 71-86