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| Paper: |
Astronomical Libraries Make the Future Happen: Support to Public Communication of Science as Part of the Library Mission |
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433, Library and Information Services in Astronomy VI: 21st Century Astronomy Librarianship, From New Ideas to Action |
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33 |
| Authors: |
Brunetti, F.; Gasperini, A. |
| Abstract: |
Despite the advent of the electronic age and the wide dissemination of information of all kinds via the Internet, the specialized library can and will become an active pole in the knowledge-based society. By exploiting their scientific authority and consequent validation of information accuracy, libraries can build a bridge between science and the public. The “Declaration Concerning the Evolving Role of Libraries in Research Centres” (2007) describes a moment of great impetus in the professional activity of librarians but is also a cry of alarm for the unique situation of the libraries in research centres. This presentation will consider the theoretical context of this point of view and focus on libraries in main European research centres. Particular attention will be paid to their relationship with the dissemination of scientific information to the general public and their role in public outreach. |
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