Re: [CODE4LIB] ISSN lists?
This thread makes me nostalgic for the good old days when dchud still ran jake. https://web.archive.org/web/20060114022931/http://www.jake-db.org/ On Fri, Oct 17, 2014 at 1:18 AM, Owen Stephens wrote: > It may depend on exactly what you need. > > The ISSN Centre offer licensed access to their ISSN portal at a cost > http://www.issn.org - my experience is that this is pretty comprehensive > The ISSN Centre also offer a download of ISSN-L tables - this is available > for free (although you have to state what you intend to do with it before > you can download) - this is just ISSNs (mapped to their ISSN-Ls) but if you > don't need bibliographic details then it would be a good source > As well as WorldCat you could also try Suncat which offers a z39.50 > connection http://www.suncat.ac.uk/support/z-target.shtml, but obviously > this has the same issue as the WorldCat approach > GOKb and KB+ are both initiatives trying to build knowledgebases > containing many ISSNs with data to be made available under a CC0 > declaration. Both of these are focussed on describing bundles/packages of > journals. GOKb is going to be going into preview imminently ( > http://gokb.org/news) and KB+ already offers downloads > http://www.kbplus.ac.uk/kbplus/publicExport. KB+ currently has details of > around 25k journals. > There may also be some largescale open data initiatives that give you a > reasonably good set of ISSNs. For example the RLUK release of 60m+ records > at http://www.theeuropeanlibrary.org/tel4/access/data/lod, or the > 12million records released by Harvard > http://openmetadata.lib.harvard.edu/bibdata (both CC0) > > Owen > > Owen Stephens > Owen Stephens Consulting > Web: http://www.ostephens.com > Email: o...@ostephens.com > Telephone: 0121 288 6936 > > On 17 Oct 2014, at 03:16, Stuart Yeates wrote: > > > My understanding is that there is no universal ISSN list but that > worldcat allows querying of their database by ISSN. > > > > Which method of sampling the ISSN namespace is going to cause least > pain? http://www.worldcat.org/ISSN/ seems to be the one talked about, but > is there another that's less resource intensive? Maybe someone's already > exported this data? > > > > cheers > > stuart > > -- > > I have a new phone number: 04 463 5692 >
[CODE4LIB] Job: Research Data Management Librarian at New York University
Research Data Management Librarian New York University New York City The New York University Libraries seeks a librarian to plan and develop services to meet scholars' needs for consultation and assistance with research data management. This position works as a member of the NYU Data Services, consulting with faculty, graduate students, and other researchers on data management planning and data curation activities; developing instructional programming and documentation to support scholars in this area; and working with technical colleagues in NYU's IT organization and the Digital Library Technology Services group (which is responsible for the libraries' repository and digitization infrastructures) to adapt, design, and develop tools and repository services for storing and sharing research data. The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear vision of the services, infrastructure, and skills required to provide high quality assistance to our researchers. Responsibilities: This new position will play a key role in NYU's mission by establishing strong collaborative relationships with researchers, and developing, delivering, and promoting new services in response to their rapidly expanding needs in data management. The position will be responsible for spearheading the consultation and instructional services in this area by developing a flexible curriculum on data management; meeting with researchers in individual and group settings to consult on projects, planning, and best practices; exploring and piloting base-line services in curation practices and techniques; and creating documentation and guidelines related to scholars' emerging data management needs. Other activities may include ongoing assessment and monitoring of researcher needs, proactive development of knowledge and expertise in data management issues across disciplines and domains, and advising researchers on how to meet the data management and open data requirements of publishers and federal funding agencies. This individual will be central to efforts to design appropriate data repository and storage infrastructure for researchers across the University. Qualifications: Required: * Minimum one graduate degree (master's level or higher) for consideration. A second graduate degree will be required for tenure review. One of the two graduate degrees must be an ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent. * 3-5 years of experience in a related field, or equivalent education and experience, ideally including a combination of direct research experience and experience in a support role such as in a library, archive, or information technology setting * Working knowledge of data management across the research lifecycle, including creating, processing, analysis, preservation, access, and reuse of research data. * Ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and staff in a team environment * Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills, as well as a demonstrated ability to be flexible, creative, and tolerant of ambiguity * Candidates should exhibit a strong public service orientation, a high degree of facility with technologies and systems germane to the 21st century library, and be well-versed in the issues surrounding scholarly communications across a variety of disciplines Preferred: * An advanced degree in a relevant subject/field, preferably in the sciences or social sciences * Experience working with digital repository or content management systems. * Experience creating and implementing targeted outreach programs * Experience creating metadata and applying best practices to managed content * Experience with grant writing and federal agency policies Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/17685/ To post a new job please visit http://jobs.code4lib.org/
[CODE4LIB] Job: Director of Digital Preservation Services at Cornell University
Director of Digital Preservation Services Cornell University Ithaca Cornell University Library (CUL) seeks a service-minded and collaborative professional to coordinate the Library's overall preservation and conservation program including both physical and digital materials. Reporting directly to the Associate University Librarian who provides leadership for collections and digital scholarship & preservation services, the Director of Digital Preservation Services will play a key role in creating a cohesive preservation framework for the Library and collaborate closely with Library staff involved in preservation activities. The key responsibilities include: Collaborating with CUL staff involved in digital preservation services and other Cornell stakeholders interested in preservation, the director will coordinate the Library's overall preservation and conservation program (supervisory responsibilities to be determined) - 40% * Facilitate communication among different teams involved in preservation and curation, especially in regard to needs assessment, resource planning, and priority setting within the context of long-term preservation and access to collections * Foster a shared understanding of CUL's diverse preservation services, initiatives, and memberships for different content types, including Cornell University Library Archival Repository (CULAR), Archive-It, 2CUL e-journal preservation initiative, HathiTrust, Portico, LOCKSS, DPN, etc. Assuming responsibility for planning, managing and implementing the well- developed and accomplished preservation and conservation of physical circulating and rare collections for Cornell University Library (https://confluence.cornell.edu/display/prescon/Home) - supervising six staff members - 30% * Work with Library and conservation staff to promote standards and guidelines for the general care, handling, and treatment of library materials. * Assess preservation needs for all CUL units and serve as a resource on preservation issues for Cornell University. Contributing to the Digital Scholarship and Preservation Services (DSPS) programs (such as digital media production/reformatting, repository services, web design/usability, scholarly communication, digital humanities services) by contributing to grant writing, fostering collaborations, promoting the unit's services, and assessing needs to improve the unit's services based on broad input from CUL and CU (http://blogs.cornell.edu/dsps/) - 30% For the full job description, please see: https://cornellu.taleo.net/careersection/10164/jobdetail.ftl?job=25665 Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/17662/ To post a new job please visit http://jobs.code4lib.org/
[CODE4LIB] Citation hackathon tomorrow at PLOS
I was just looking at the PLOS website, and noticed they had a banner: PLOS is hosting a hackathon on Saturday, October 18th, 2014 at our SF office. So, if you're in the San Francisco area, and are interested in citations (the theme of the hackathon), and don't have plans for tomorrow, see their website for more details and to RSVP: http://www.ploslabs.org/citation-hackathon -Joe
[CODE4LIB] Job: Knowledge Management Librarian at New York University
Knowledge Management Librarian New York University New York City NYU Health Sciences Library welcomes applicants for the position of Knowledge Management Librarian, a faculty appointment in the NYU School of Medicine reporting to the library's Associate Director for Research, Education, and Clinical Support. Summary The Knowledge Management Librarian will focus on research data management and knowledge support services throughout the NYU Langone Medical Center and with colleagues in allied areas across the university. Responsibilities Data Management/Curation * Develop services and tools to promote and support research data management, access, and sharing * Develop outlets for and provide instruction on data management best practices through online modules, group, and individual instruction * Contribute as an integral part of a team in varied research data management activities and services Liaison/Informationist Services * Provide dedicated knowledge support services to particular department(s)/unit(s) (to be determined) through the Library Liaison Program * Provide expert-level knowledge management assistance through Library online user support systems * Develop and curate subject- and discipline-specific research guides, as needed General * Serve as key communication link between library users needs and IT/technical teams in the development and implementation of data and knowledge management solutions. * Serve on library teams, committees and/or task forces as appropriate * Serve on Medical Center committees and/or task forces as appropriate * Conduct and present appropriate library- and informatics-related research Required Qualifications * Master's degree in library/information science, informatics, computer science, or related fields * Working knowledge of and aptitude for technologies relevant to research, knowledge management, or other relevant biomedical areas * Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and instruction skills * Enthusiasm for working closely with varied users in a dynamic academic medical center environment * Adept at working in a highly collaborative team environment * Flexible, intellectually curious, and willing and able to take initiative * Commitment to professional development and contributing to library/information science and biomedical informatics research Preferred Qualifications * Advanced knowledge and skills in research data management * Experience analyzing, manipulating, or repurposing data with at least one programming language * Knowledge of metadata standards, ontologies, and common data elements * Experience with at least one of the following: Fedora repository, Drupal, UNIX environments, PHP/Perl programming, MySQL How to Apply Applicants should send a resume and letter of application to hsl_j...@med.nyu.edu Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The New York University School of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, and underrepresented group members. Federal and state legislation prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, disability, national origin, veteran, marital or parental status, citizenship, age, or sexual orientation. Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/17661/ To post a new job please visit http://jobs.code4lib.org/
[CODE4LIB] Job: Director, Divinity School Library at Yale University Library
Director, Divinity School Library Yale University Library New Haven Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in New Haven, Connecticut. Conveniently located between Boston and New York, New Haven is the creative capital of Connecticut with cultural resources that include two major art museums, a critically-acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art concert hall, and world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama, and Music. **Position Focus: **Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Arts and Humanities, the Director of the Divinity School Library provides leadership and is responsible for the overall administration, organization, and development of Yale's Divinity School Library and off-site collections. The Director manages all aspects of library service, collection development, collection management, budget administration (including endowments and grants), personnel management, and facilities planning for both general and special collections. The Director also actively collaborates with library directors from other Yale units to develop and maintain theology-related collections and services, and serves as the Divinity Library's representative to Yale University Library's Council for Research Services and Collections. The Director directs and advises a staff of 12 FTE and a number of student assistants. The Director advises and works closely with the Dean of the Divinity School on library matters and is responsible for building strong partnerships with the School's faculty and students, the heads of other University Library departments, as well as prospective donors. The Director will evaluate the services, policies, collections, electronic resources, and facilities of the Divinity Library and will establish and implement plans for its continued development and improvement while coordinating these programs and collections with those of other libraries on campus. The Director participates in various committee assignments and is expected to demonstrate professional leadership and commitment in appropriate regional, national and international professional organizations, such as the American Theological Library Association, the International Association for Mission Studies, and the Yale-Edinburgh Group on the History of the Missionary Movement and World Christianity. The Director will possess passionate commitment both to collection building and to active, innovative public service programs in support of teaching and research in theology. **Required Education, Skills and Experience:** • Master's degree from an ALA accredited library school or equivalent accredited degree. Minimum of 5 years related post-Master's experience. Preferred: at least 8 years related post-Master's experience. • Strong commitment to collection building and to innovative public service programs. • Demonstrated excellent oral and written communications and analytical ability. • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills, flexibility and a strong commitment to innovation, creativity and excellence. • Demonstrated problem solving skills, experience coordinating projects, and the ability to bring projects to fruition. • Demonstrated experience working collaboratively and independently with various groups within a complex organization and rapidly changing team environment. • Strong background in theology. • Demonstrated positive attitude toward continuous professional growth. **Preferred Education, Skills and Experience: **Knowledge and experience with digital collections and tools for research and teaching are highly desirable. Knowledge and experience in the areas of mission history and world Christianity is also highly desirable. Preference given to candidates with theology or religious studies-related graduate degrees. **The University and the Library** The Yale University Library, as one of the world's leading research libraries, collects, organizes, preserves, and provides access to and services for a rich and unique record of human thought and creativity. It fosters intellectual growth and supports the teaching and research missions of Yale University and scholarly communities worldwide. A distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including around 12.8 million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaging in numerous projects to expand access to its physical and digital collections. Housed in eighteen buildings including the Sterling Memorial Library, the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, and the Bass Library, it employs a dynamic and diverse staff of approximately five hundred who offer innovative and flexible services to library readers. For additional information on the Yale University Library, please visit the Library's web site at [www.library.yale.edu.](http://www.library.yale.edu) The Yale Divinity School
[CODE4LIB] Job: Metadata and Cataloging Specialist (1435) at Pratt Institute
Metadata and Cataloging Specialist (1435) Pratt Institute New York City \Under moderate supervision, and with significant latitude for independent judgment, the Metadata and Cataloging Specialist (MC Specialist) reports to the Head of Technical Services. The MC Specialist creates original cataloging of print/digital materials in a variety of formats in a mixed RDA/AACR2 environment using the MARC standard and is expected to work with other metadata standards and schemas (BIBFRAME, EAD, Dublin Core) as the need arises. The incumbent performs subject analysis and classification using LCSH and Dewey Decimal Classification and is expected to work with other thesauri and organizational systems when the need arises. The incumbent is responsible for initiating and managing authority control, metadata quality control, and bibliographic database problem resolution to ensure metadata and authority records meet local and professional standards. The incumbent works closely with other library staff to establish and document relevant policies, procedures, and efficient workflows to support the discovery of and access to the Library's bibliographic and digital content in the Libraries' catalog through metadata quality assurance, enrichment, and maintenance according to local and national cataloging and metadata standards. As a part of the MC Specialist's learning community in the Libraries, the incumbent provides training to staff in database maintenance and data quality control. This is a part-time 17.5 hours per week temporary appointment through June 30, 2015. POSITION DUTIES * Creates and maintains high quality descriptive, administrative and technical metadata for serials, monographs, and electronic resources conforming to local and professional standards. * Performs complex database maintenance by resolving conflicts, improving, or correcting bibliographic, item, holdings and/or authority records in the Libraries' online catalog. * Engages in routine authority work to ensure proper control practices are maintained; works with Libraries' authority processing vendor to ensure consistent standards and practices are sustained. * Develops and participates in metadata cleanup and migration projects. * Works with the Head of Technical Services in setting metadata standards and maintaining cataloging guidelines for serials, monographs, and electronic resources. * Maintains knowledge of, and provides guidance on, the use of various established and evolving metadata schemas for serials, monographs, and electronic resources. * Participates in the training of Technical Services staff and student assistants. * Performs all other duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Education: An MLS degree, or equivalent, plus minimum of two years experience working in cataloging and/or metadata; or equivalent combination of education and experience required; BA or minor in an arts-related field preferred. Experience: Must have at least two years' experience in (i) cataloging or metadata management in a library, museum, or archive setting and (ii) handling rare or fragile materials, such as prints, book works, and incunabula. Experience managing projects and people preferred. Skills: Must have strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills, in addition to being highly organized and able to work as part of a team. Must have expertise using the Microsoft Office Suit, integrated library systems software (e.g. Millennium, Voyager, and Aleph), and other cataloging tools (e.g. OCLC Connexion, Cataloger's Desktop, and the RDA Toolkit). Must have experience applying content standards (e.g. AACR2, RDA, and Dublin Core) and authorities (e.g. LCSH, LCNAF, and AAT), as well as an excellent understanding of MARC. Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/17604/ To post a new job please visit http://jobs.code4lib.org/
Re: [CODE4LIB] Recommendations for image de-duping software?
Thanks for the answers so far, That blog post looks like it could be promising if I have time to work with it. MatchEngine looks good, but out of our price range. We don't have to stick to open source, but couldn't justify that much money spent. But we do have hundreds of thousand of images to compare. The born-digital shouldn't be as much of a problem as hopefully the derivative versions have inherited metadata. We have a large number of the same images that have been digitized by different departments(and us) from a variety of formats, negatives, transnegatives, prints, slides of varying size and quality with some differences with cropping and borders. The only other software besides the Visual Similarity Duplicate Image Finder is an open source one that I can't remember the name of, but after using it, I wouldn't worry it was one anyone would recommend. I've also looked at possibly using ImageMagick, but haven't invested the time in it.
[CODE4LIB] NOW AVAILABLE: Fedora 4 Training Videos and Web Seminar Recording
Oct. 17, 2014 Read it online: Videos: http://bit.ly/1wdF0WS; Web Seminar Recording: http://bit.ly/1sMydlP Learn More About Fedora 4 in New Videos and Web Seminar Recording Two Fedora 4 training videos are now available on YouTube that will provide you make implementation choices: • http://youtu.be/U9jaFM0Q2h0 • http://youtu.be/9wbt0sPR-4E These videos capture the introduction and a walkthrough of the most important Fedora 4 features from the first ever Fedora 4 training workshop held during the Washington DC Fedora User Group meeting on Oct. 7. Other topics include issues around migration from Fedora 3 to Fedora 4, and a discussion of their similarities and differences. Viewers will also learn about new opportunities for migrating from F3 to F4. Additional Fedora 4 training resources are available on the wiki: • https://wiki.duraspace.org/display/FF/Training If you would like to find out about how others are approaching Fedora 4 implementations you will be interested in the recent web seminar recording of “Fedora 4.0 in Action at The Art Institute of Chicago and University of California at San Diego (UCSD)". This webinar provides a look into how Fedora 4.0 is enhancing the repository data at these institutions. • http://duraspace.org/hot-topics DuraSpace | Open technologies for durable digital content Webinar 1: Research Data Curation at UC San Diego: An Overview Tuesday, October 1, 2013 David Minor, Research Data Curation Program, UC San Diego Library; View on duraspace.org Preview by Yahoo
[CODE4LIB] Job: Knowledge Management Librarian at New York University School of Medicine
Knowledge Management Librarian New York University School of Medicine New York City **Knowledge Management Librarian** NYU Health Sciences Library welcomes applicants for the position of Knowledge Management Librarian, a faculty appointment in the NYU School of Medicine reporting to the library's Associate Director for Research, Education, and Clinical Support. **Summary** The Knowledge Management Librarian will focus on research data management and knowledge support services throughout the NYU Langone Medical Center and with colleagues in allied areas across the university. **Responsibilities** **Data Management/Curation** * Develop services and tools to promote and support research data management, access, and sharing * Develop outlets for and provide instruction on data management best practices through online modules, group, and individual instruction * Contribute as an integral part of a team in varied research data management activities and services **Liaison/Informationist Services** * Provide dedicated knowledge support services to particular department(s)/unit(s) (to be determined) through the Library Liaison Program * Provide expert-level knowledge management assistance through Library online user support systems * Develop and curate subject- and discipline-specific research guides, as needed **General** * Serve as key communication link between library users needs and IT/technical teams in the development and implementation of data and knowledge management solutions. * Serve on library teams, committees and/or task forces as appropriate * Serve on Medical Center committees and/or task forces as appropriate * Conduct and present appropriate library- and informatics-related research **Required Qualifications** * Master's degree in library/information science, informatics, computer science, or related fields * Working knowledge of and aptitude for technologies relevant to research, knowledge management, or other relevant biomedical areas * Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and instruction skills * Enthusiasm for working closely with varied users in a dynamic academic medical center environment * Adept at working in a highly collaborative team environment * Flexible, intellectually curious, and willing and able to take initiative * Commitment to professional development and contributing to library/information science and biomedical informatics research **Preferred Qualifications** * Advanced knowledge and skills in research data management * Experience analyzing, manipulating, or repurposing data with at least one programming language * Knowledge of metadata standards, ontologies, and common data elements * Experience with at least one of the following: Fedora repository, Drupal, UNIX environments, PHP/Perl programming, MySQL **How to Apply** Applicants should send a resume and letter of application to hsl_j...@med.nyu.edu Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The New York University School of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, and underrepresented group members. Federal and state legislation prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, disability, national origin, veteran, marital or parental status, citizenship, age, or sexual orientation. Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/17644/ To post a new job please visit http://jobs.code4lib.org/
[CODE4LIB] Job: Data Control Specialist at Stanford University
Data Control Specialist Stanford University Stanford Correct and enhance metadata for library resources, including bibliographic, holdings, call number and item records, in order to provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information regarding Stanford University Libraries' holdings. Perform copy cataloging for materials not yet in the database. Assist with special metadata projects arising from major materials moves from one library to another. Responsibilities: * Update and enhance MARC holdings records (according to local policies, based on ANSI standards) to reflect current location of transferred materials. Identify and/or correct errors in bibliographic, call number and item data discovered during the course of these updates. * Create or update call number and item records (including online withdrawal, change of library and merging) that are not candidates for batch processes, to reflect SUL's current holdings. Identify anomalies that require further investigation. * Perform copy cataloging for materials not yet in the database, including analyzing volumes of partially-analyzed monographic series. * Assist with other metadata clean-up projects as needed. Qualifications: Required Qualifications: * Good analytical and problem solving skills. * Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. * High level of proficiency using PC-based applications (e.g., email, internet, word processing, spreadsheets). * Consistent accuracy and attention to detail while maintaining a high level of productivity. * Ability to adapt to changes in assignments, procedures and technology. * Ability to work independently and as a team member, under pressure, in a highly demanding environment. * Good keyboard skills and physical tolerance for at least six hours per day of keying. * Two-year college degree or equivalent. Preferred Qualifications: * Thorough knowledge of cataloging functions and MARC21 formats with the ability to effectively search bibliographic utilities (e.g., OCLC WorldCat). * Four-year college degree or equivalent. * One or more recent years of related experience in an academic library setting. * Knowledge of at least one modern foreign language in addition to English. * Proficiency in using Symphony WorkFlows of the SirsiDynix integrated library system. Application Information Contact: Stanford University Online App. Form: https://stanford.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=64735&src=JB-1 0023 Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/17617/ To post a new job please visit http://jobs.code4lib.org/
Re: [CODE4LIB] Recommendations for image de-duping software?
Hello Sarah, hello all, some times ago I had the same problem and came accross this blogpost that gives some advice about how to developp an algorithm that would do that : http://www.hackerfactor.com/blog/index.php?/archives/432-Looks-Like-It.html . The update section on this blogpost has some links to scripts that implement this algorithm. My project was canceled so I can't tell you if it works well but according to comments it can be a good solution. But if you have money to spend on it, http://services.tineye.com/MatchEngine is definitely a good choice as their algorithm is quite good. Hope this helps (and maybe that since my original research is quite old now, there are now packaged tools that do it, I don't know) -- Sylvain Machefert - Web services librarian http://geobib.fr/en Le 16/10/2014 18:38, Kyle Banerjee a écrit : Could you say something about the type of dup detection you need? Are we talking true duplicates, or possibly the same image in multiple formats, cropped, etc? Roughly how many images (thousands, tens of thousands, etc) and how big are they? Also, what did you try that did not meet your needs? Thanks, kyle On Wed, Oct 15, 2014 at 2:56 PM, Shipley, Sarah wrote: Hi, I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for image de-duping software that compares the images rather than checksums. We're using Visual Similarity Duplicate Image Finder, but find it's not as accurate as we'd like. We have a very large number of images to de-dupe in our photo archives and with the current software can't find a balance of comparison that finds all the dups without producing a lot of false positives. [cid:image002.jpg@01CFE888.279116D0] Sarah Shipley, CA Digital Asset Manager Legislative Department - Office of the City Clerk http://www.seattle.gov/leg/clerk/ 600 Fourth Avenue, Floor 3 PO Box 94728 Seattle, WA 98124-4728 206.684.8119
Re: [CODE4LIB] ISSN lists?
It may depend on exactly what you need. The ISSN Centre offer licensed access to their ISSN portal at a cost http://www.issn.org - my experience is that this is pretty comprehensive The ISSN Centre also offer a download of ISSN-L tables - this is available for free (although you have to state what you intend to do with it before you can download) - this is just ISSNs (mapped to their ISSN-Ls) but if you don't need bibliographic details then it would be a good source As well as WorldCat you could also try Suncat which offers a z39.50 connection http://www.suncat.ac.uk/support/z-target.shtml, but obviously this has the same issue as the WorldCat approach GOKb and KB+ are both initiatives trying to build knowledgebases containing many ISSNs with data to be made available under a CC0 declaration. Both of these are focussed on describing bundles/packages of journals. GOKb is going to be going into preview imminently (http://gokb.org/news) and KB+ already offers downloads http://www.kbplus.ac.uk/kbplus/publicExport. KB+ currently has details of around 25k journals. There may also be some largescale open data initiatives that give you a reasonably good set of ISSNs. For example the RLUK release of 60m+ records at http://www.theeuropeanlibrary.org/tel4/access/data/lod, or the 12million records released by Harvard http://openmetadata.lib.harvard.edu/bibdata (both CC0) Owen Owen Stephens Owen Stephens Consulting Web: http://www.ostephens.com Email: o...@ostephens.com Telephone: 0121 288 6936 On 17 Oct 2014, at 03:16, Stuart Yeates wrote: > My understanding is that there is no universal ISSN list but that worldcat > allows querying of their database by ISSN. > > Which method of sampling the ISSN namespace is going to cause least pain? > http://www.worldcat.org/ISSN/ seems to be the one talked about, but is there > another that's less resource intensive? Maybe someone's already exported this > data? > > cheers > stuart > -- > I have a new phone number: 04 463 5692
