BUBL LINK Updates
Recent Additions to the Catalogue of Internet Resources
16 - 31 August 1998
For live links to all these resources, see
http://bubl.ac.uk/link/updates/current.html
All links in the full BUBL LINK catalogue were checked
on 25-27 August, when around 40 broken links were fixed
or deleted (less than 0.5% of the total).
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000 Generalities
Institute for Psychohistory
Information and articles on psychohistory, the science of historical
motivation which combines the insights of modern psychotherapy with
the research methodology of history and the social sciences.
Advanced Software Class
Offers guides, articles and resources on subjects such as the security
of computer networks, Internet standards, and agents.
HELIX: Higher Education Library Image eXchange
A collection of over 52,000 images which are free for educational use
by the UK higher education community. The collection comprises images
of textiles, paintings, ceramics, metalwork, Chinese and Japanese art,
Indian art, furniture, glass, photography, sculpture, costume, theatre
and manuscripts, Picture Post magazine images (covering social history
in Britain from 1938 to 1957), six areas of British history (the Irish
troubles, history of sport, women's history, development of the mass
media, UK politicians and Labour history), with editorial input from
academics, journalists and archivists, and images from the James
Valentine collection (a postcard archive of photography over the past
100 years), plus items from the George Cowie and Robert Adam
photographic collections.
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020 Library and Information Science
Librarians in the Movies: An Annotated Filmography
Summary of hundreds of commercial feature films that refer to
librarians or include a library element. Regularly updated. Includes a
list of actors and actresses who have portrayed librarians and a short
bibliography of articles about librarians in the movies.
MetaWeb: Metadata Tools and Services Project
Project which aims to develop indexing services, user tools, and
metadata element sets in order to promote the use and exploitation of
metadata on the Internet.
New Athenaeum: Internet Resource Guides Developed by Libraries
A project which aims to offer a central registry for Internet resource
guides developed by libraries and librarians worldwide, in order to
establish a metaguide (a guide of Internet guides), to reduce reliance
on search engines by presenting reviewed information in a concise,
accessible format, to encourage the sharing and comparing of Internet
resource management techniques, and to provide a wide array of
authoritative sources selected solely for content. Subject
classification is via DDC.
Special Collections and Archives: Repositories of Primary Sources
Extensive list of links to over 2800 sites describing holdings of
manuscripts, archives, rare books, historical photographs, and other
primary sources for the research scholar.
Newbury House Online Dictionary
Online US dictionary that contains over 40,000 entries, and provides
definitions, sample sentences, idioms, and cultural facts.
Online Resources for Canadian Heritage: Canadian Museum of Civilization
Collection of resources pertinent to Canadian heritage in the
disciplines of archaeology, ethnology, history, folk culture and
popular culture.
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070 News and publishing
Guide to Internet Information Sources for Australian Journalists
Guide to sources of factual or background information for journalists
and researchers, with an emphasis on Australian material. Sites listed
by category, including reference, aborigines, defence, human rights,
statistics and weather.
Canada .Com News Cafe
Selected articles and stories from the Canadian press, updated daily.
Canadian Newspaper Association
Trade and service organisation serving Canada's daily newspapers,
designed to provide news, advice and information about the newspaper
industry.
Zambia Today
Collection of news stories selected from the Zambian media.
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100 Philosophy and psychology
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Philosophy encyclopedia that can be searched by keyword or browsed via
a timeline of philosophical movements and thinkers. Also offers a
philosophy text collection, which includes Descartes' Discourse on the
Method, and Locke's A Letter Concerning Toleration.
Wadsworth: Philosophy
Offers information on postgraduate philosophy education, other
philosophy news and resources, and tables of contents for philosophy
texts published by Wadsworth, some with sample chapters.
International Society for Gestalt Theory and its Applications
Information about the scientific association established for the
purpose of promoting the Gestalt theoretical perspective in research
and practice. Gestalt theory is a broadly interdisciplinary general
theory which provides a framework for a wide variety of psychological
phenomena, processes, and applications.
Euthanasia World Directory
Directory of euthanasia related resources, including news, legal
information, frequently asked questions, and organisations.
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200 Religion
Avesta Zoroastrian Archives
Zoroastrianism is a religion founded in ancient times by the prophet
Zarathushtra, known to the Greeks as Zoroaster. Zoroastrianism was the
dominant world religion during the Persian empires (559 BC to 651 AC)
and it is still practiced worldwide. Fire, as a symbol of "Asha" and
the "original light of God," holds a special place of esteem in the
religion. The complete text of the extant Avesta, the most ancient
scripture of Zoroastrianism, is available online, as well as many
Pahlavi scriptures and information about the Avestan language.
Druids' Haven
Information about the history, worship, beliefs and teachings of
Druidry.
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300 Social sciences
Worldwide Directory of Population Institutions
Compendium of population institutions drawn from various sources,
which can be browsed alphabetically, regionally, and by organisation
type.
Economic Outlook
Journal dedicated to professionals and business people who have an
interest in Poland and Polish business matters. Contains articles
mainly in English on Polish law, economics and industry.
Poland Master Page: Business, Tourist and Cultural Information
Information on travel and business in Poland, including a searchable
directory of companies online.
International Journal of Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies
Journal aiming to provide information to the scientific community on
BSE and provide a forum for the discussion and development of new
ideas in the field.
International Development Research Centre (Canada)
Centre supported by the Canadian government which aims to help
communities in the developing world find solutions to social,
economic, and environmental problems through research.
Links to Criminal Justice Sites
Annotated list of criminal justice and other legal resources online,
covering research, international criminal justice, juvenile justice,
crime prevention, white collar crime, drugs and newsletters.
FPLC Intellectual Property Mall
Collection of intellectual property resources, aimed at intellectual
property professionals in academia, business and science, as well as
inventors and entrepreneurs. Provides tools and strategies for
intellectual property research, and an index of intellectual property
resources available on the Internet.
Access to Justice Network (Canada)
Information about Canadian justice and legal information and services,
organised under subject headings such as aboriginal people, crime
prevention, plain language, women and youth.
Jane's Geopolitical Intelligence
News and analysis on geopolitical issues, with information on related
publications.
Food Safety Information Retrieval System
Gateway to online food safety sites, classified by food type, which
provides annotated links to information on Organisms of Concern and
educational resources.
Scottish Schools Online
Alphabetical list of schools in Scotland with email addresses or web
sites, with postal address of each.
National Literacy Trust
Information about the trust and other initiatives such as the Reading
is Fundamental project. Includes selected articles from the journal
Literacy Today, and a database of books, articles and statistics.
National Year of Reading
Ideas for promoting reading, plus details of publicity events and
initiatives for the National Year of Reading 1998-99.
Global Anthological Journal of Action Learning
Journal providing news, articles and discussion documents about the
pursuit of personal and organisational excellence through lifelong and
action learning.
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400 Language
Text Doctor: English and Language Resources
Listings of Internet resources for writing and communication such as
dictionaries, thesauri, grammar guides and research and reference
sites.
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500 Natural sciences and mathematics
Differential Equations Resource Centre
Information on differential equations for students and researchers,
including online discussions, software, courses, notes, teaching
suggestions, newsletters, books and workshops.
Astrobrowse
Gateway for astronomers to search for astronomical objects in multiple
catalogues, including high energy data, Optical / UV, Infrared, and
Radio / Microwave data catalogues.
Cosmogonicon
An extension of a Master's thesis on the nature, evolution and future
of human reality construction, written in non-academic style.
Earth Science Resource Center
Earth science resources for instructors and students of geology,
geography, meteorology, and environmental sciences, including news,
maps and related links.
Oceans Canada
Information about oceans and the environment, including conferences,
policy and legislation, monitoring and protection, and industry
Wadsworth Biology Resource Center
Biology related educational resources arranged by subject, including
human biology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, and botany, with
reviews, articles, news and texts.
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600 Technology (applied sciences)
Dundee Teaching Hospitals Information Centre for Nurses and Midwives
Information intended to facilitate nursing and midwifery research and
practice development. Provides annotated links to resources classified
into categories which include dermatology, oncology and palliative
care, pain management and surgical nursing.
English National Board for Nursing, Midwifery and Health Visiting
Information from the ENB on areas such as midwifery, mental health
nursing, learning disability nursing, substance misuse and research
and development. Offers access to a nursing literature abstracts
database.
National Board of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Visiting for Scotland
Statutory body responsible for ensuring standards of education and
training for nurses, midwives and health visitors in Scotland. Offers
careers advice, publication details and information on quality
standards.
Nursing Bibliographies
Regularly updated nursing bibliographies on over 100 subjects,
including AIDS/HIV, bereavement, computers in nursing, infant feeding,
osteoporosis, tuberculosis and women's health.
UK Emergency
Collection of links for medical professionals in the field of
emergency care. Includes resources for pre-hospital and emergency
care, nursing and medicine.
UK Nursing Sites
Annotated index to the sites of over 45 UK nursing related
institutions, journals and research projects.
Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy
Annotated index to the sites of over 20 international sites in the
fields of physiotherapy and occupational therapy.
Technology Interface: The Electronic Journal for Engineering Technology
Journal for engineering technology professionals in the education and
industry sectors. Covers issues concerning teaching, teaching
improvements, projects, industrial activities and research.
Electronic Technology
Annotated links to electronic technology resources, including
conferences, educational materials, journals, professional
organisations and software.
Project Colony
Information, updates and news regarding space colonies, lunar bases,
Mars missions, asteroid mining, and the space industry in general.
Pricewaterhouse Coopers
Company formed in July 1998 from merger of Price Waterhouse and
Coopers & Lybrand. It specialises in providing professional services
in the areas of auditing, tax, law, and management consultancy. Offers
selected business survey reports online.
Information Policy: General Resources
Index to online resources classified by country in the fields of
information policy, community networking, copyright and intellectual
property and the information society.
Journal of Systemic Knowledge Management
Journal combining theory and case studies in the field of knowledge
management.
Pileline Online
Magazine intended to inform engineers, designers and contractors about
materials, accessories, innovations and equipment for deep
foundations.
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700 The arts
Go Edinburgh: Festivals
Gateway to the sites for all of Edinburgh's festivals, including the
Edinburgh International Festival, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the
International Film Festival and Edinburgh's Hogmanay.
Frick Collection and Frick Art Reference Library
Information and news about the Frick museum, its educational
programmes, library holdings, events and a virtual tour (which
requires IPIX Virtual Reality plug-in).
Dancing Dots Braille Music Technology
Organisation seeking to offer disabled individuals access to
information that can widen opportunity and enrich lives.
Musica Scotica
Information about Musica Scotica, a series of editions of early
Scottish music which aim to serve both practical and scholarly needs.
Includes details of published and forthcoming editions.
British Music Page
Promotion of twentieth century British classical music. Offers
articles, concert details, recommended listening, sound clips, and
extensive composer listings.
Classical Net: Guide to Composer Data and Works Lists
Composer data arranged chronologically, by dates of birth and death,
by age at death and by nationality. Also provides links to a list of
works for over 60 composers.
All-Music Guide Glossary
Reference glossary for a wide variety of music-related terms, covering
areas such as music theory, composition, harmony, ornamentation,
genres, instruments and styles.
Classical Music UK
Searchable classical music information, offering news, concerts and
vacancies listings, and a comprehensive UK directory of music
addresses and links.
Classical Net
Offers over 2500 information files about classical music, covering
repertoire, selecting CDs, composer data, reviews and articles.
Gilbert and Sullivan Archive: Web Operas
MIDI files and full libretti for six 19th century light operas: Ages
Ago, The Contrabandista, HMS Pinafore, The Mikado, Pirates of Penzance
and The Zoo.
Guitar 4u
Information designed for guitar players who seek to increase their
music knowledge and abilities in guitar styles. Offers answers to
questions about improvisation and music theory.
Classical Free-Reed
Information about the educational and cultural organisation dedicated
to the advancement of the free-reed instruments (such as the
accordion, concertina, harmonium, reed organ and harmonica). Offers
news, articles and reviews.
Free-Reed Journal
Collection of articles and essays featuring classical free-reed
instruments and performers.
Ballet
Ballet and dance information including performance listings, related
links and a magazine section containing reviews, interviews and
articles on the history of ballet.
Runners World
Offers information for runners on how to choose the correct equipment,
forthcoming events, training advice, and a discussion forum.
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800 Literature and rhetoric
Database of Nordic Neo-Latin Literature
Database containing descriptions of texts written in Latin by people
from Nordic countries between the reformation (c1530) and 1800.
Searchable by keyword, author, place of publication and language.
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900 Geography and history
Antique Maps of Iceland
All antique maps of Iceland (older than 1900) that are in the
collection of the National and University Library of Iceland have been
converted to a digital format and are accessible online. The
collection is searchable by keyword, period and country of origin and
there is zoom function to enlarge the images. Each image is
accompanied by a commentary on the origins of the map, and there is a
short summary of the cartographic history of Iceland
University of Georgia Historical Map Collection
Over 160 map images from the 16th to early 20th Century, organised
into the following categories: New World, Colonial America,
Revolutionary America, Revolutionary Georgia, Union and Expansion and
Civil War.
Link to Sierra Leone
Descriptions, photographs and maps introducing the climate, ecology,
resources and industry of Sierra Leone.
Comoro Islands Home Page
Information and resources on the Comoro Islands, including their
geography, climate, population, language, music and news.
Nations of the Commonwealth: Seychelles
Basic facts about the location, climate, population, currency and
industries of the Seychelles.
Environment Tobago
Organisation that aims to conserve Tobago's natural and living
resources. Offers reports and articles on environmental issues,
tropical island ecology, 'green tourism' and a discussion forum.
Accenting St Kitts and Nevis
Extensive introduction to the islands of St Kitts and Nevis covering
culture, history (including the association with Admiral Horatio
Nelson), geography and information for visitors.
Last Frontiers: Dominica
Introduction to Dominica which includes a bibliography, photographs
and travel information.
Lonely Planet: Destination Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands
Introductory and travel information on Ecuador and the Galapagos
Islands, including a map, slide show, facts, environment, history,
economy, culture, activities, recommended reading and travellers'
reports.
African Post-Colonial Literature in English: Nigeria
Statistics and articles on Nigeria's geography, history, economics and
literature, including information on writers such as Ken Saro-Wiwa and
Wole Soyinka.
Cape Verde Home Page
Articles on various aspects of the history, geography, culture,
international projects, music and media of Cape Verde.
Official Home Page of the Republic of Senegal
Introductory information about art, culture, history, business,
commerce and travel in the Republic of Senegal.
Malawi
Background information about Malawi including the text of its
constitution.
Brief History of Venezuela
Essay on the history of Venezuela, its indigenous peoples, its
colonisation by European explorers and their search for El Dorado, the
development of trade in the 18th Century and the establishment of
democracy.
Easter Island Home Page
Information about Easter Island and its origins, history, culture and
ecology.
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