Start here… for all your research and information management needs

ProQuest looks forward to discussing your research and information needs at Online Information, stand 304, Grand Hall Olympia, London.

ProQuest’s vision is to be central to research around the world. Where better to meet you than an international event which welcomes over 9,700 visitors from more than 40 countries.

Start here… to help libraries thrive 

For 2008 we are particularly excited to be promoting the charity, GoodGifts, which buys mobile libraries in Somalia, Sudan and Uganda. ProQuest will be matching donations given on the stand, and you will be automatically entered into our prize-draw to win an Apple iPod Touch when donating to this important cause. www.goodgifts.org

Start here… for a fantastic networking opportunity 

For the first time ProQuest are delighted to be sponsoring a networking lunch open to all delegates of the conference. We look forward to seeing you there!

When? Wednesday 3rd December
Where? Theatre F, London Room, Grand Hall
Time? 13.00 – 14.30 (gmt)

Start here… for a major celebration 

As a global leader in serving libraries of all types, we welcome Dialog into the ProQuest brand family. We will also be launching the exciting new product, ProQuest Entrepreneurship and celebrating the JISC’s purchase of British Periodicals and Periodicals Archive Online collections in 2008. Join us for a toast as we mark these special occasions!

When? Tuesday 2nd December
Where? Stand 304
Time? 15.30 – 16.15 (gmt)

Start here… for your path to serious research and remarkable discoveries 

Experts from ProQuest and Dialog will be sharing their insight throughout the conference:

Title: Strategic Planning for Information Services
Speaker: Liz Blankson-Hermans, Director, Market Development, Dialog

When? Tuesday 2nd December
Where? Theatre E
Time? 11.45 – 12.15 (gmt)

Title: Impact of Multimedia Content on Research Output

and Information Requirements
Speaker: Austin McLean, Director of Publishing
When? Tuesday 2nd December
Where? Main Conference
Time? 16.15 – 17.30 (gmt)

Title: Student Access to Online Resources: Strategies and Solutions

for Adapting and Integrating Library Access Points into Workflow
Speaker: Mike Buschman, Senior Product Manager
When? Thursday 4th December
Where? Theatre C
Time? 10.20 – 10.50 (gmt)

Start here… for your path to new ideas and real solutions 

Find out how ProQuest, Dialog, RefWorks-COS and Serials Solutions can help you solve your research challenges by visiting our stand for updates on our latest innovations and developments. In keeping with our theme of being Central to Research around the World, four of our presentations will be delivered in dual languages

Tuesday 2nd December 
10.30 – Dialog: New Capabilities with ProQuest
11.00 – Around the World with ProQuest: A ProQuest Update
11.30 – Health Sciences Developments in 2008
14.00 – Around the World with ProQuest: A ProQuest Update
(English and French)
14.30 – RefWorks-COS: Indispensable Tools for Research at its Best
15.00 – Introducing ProQuest Entrepreneurship: Bridging Theory with Practice

Wednesday 3rd December 
10.30 – RefWorks-COS: Indispensable Tools for Research at its Best
11.00 – Around the World with ProQuest: A ProQuest Update
(English and Spanish)
11.30 – Bringing UK and World History to Life with ProQuest Historical Newspapers
14.00 – Around the World with ProQuest: A ProQuest Update
(English and Polish)
15.00 – Health Sciences Developments in 2008
15.30 – Social Sciences: New Full Text Collections

Thursday 4th December 
10.30 – Bringing UK and World History to life with ProQuest Historical Newspapers
11.00 – Around the World with ProQuest: A ProQuest Update
(English and German)
11.30 – Social Sciences: New Full Text Collections
12.00 – Serials Solutions: 2008 Developments
14.00 – Around the World with ProQuest: A ProQuest Update
15.00 – Introducing ProQuest Entrepreneurship: Bridging Theory with Practice

All delegates attending these presentations will receive a free USB flash drive and a ProQuest gift bag

Start here… to discover what RefWorks-COS are up to during Online Information

Start here… to discover a new dimension in research support and management 

In conjunction with Online Information RefWorks-COS is pleased to announce the organisation of a European User Update session, with featured guest speaker, Elaine Shallcross, Information Consultant, the University of Aberdeen.

The half-day agenda will include a series of sessions including a review of the 2008 feature releases, discussions on our forthcoming release and a presentation by The Queen Mother Library, University of Aberdeen on their efforts in developing successful out-reach initiatives to the service.

When? Thursday, 4th December
Where? London Hilton Olympia, Bedford Melbury Room
Time? 8:30am - 12:00pm

To register, go to http://info.csa.com/refworks/onlineinfo08/ 

Start here… to provide your researchers with the right tools to achieve success

RefWorks-COS invite you to join our annual Lunch & Learn. 
The session will provide an introduction to the tools and services that can help you and your researchers respond to the global challenges of a successful research organisation. The recently formed RefWorks-COS business unit provides tools, data and support for every phase of research, from vetting the first hypothesis to obtaining funding, collaborating and getting published.

When? Thursday 4th December
Where? London Hilton Olympia, Bedford Melbury Room
Time? 12.00 – 13.30

Space is limited and registration is required.

Go to http://info.csa.com/refworks/onlineinfo08/ 

Start here… to see what else Dialog is celebrating during Online Information 

Two good reasons to celebrate:

Quantum InfoStars are inspiring examples of creativity and innovation. Their stories provide insight into their professional achievements and leadership qualities, and enable them to serve as role models for others. Above all, InfoStars are enthusiastic about the value and future of information services.

Dialog Quantum² InfoStars Reception
When? Wednesday 3rd December
Where? Stand 404
Time? 14.30

Named in honour of Dialog founder and Chairman Emeritus Roger K. Summit, a pioneer in developing the technology behind online information retrieval, this scholarship is awarded to graduate students enrolled in library or information science programs.

The Roger K. Summit Scholarship Award Reception
When? Thursday 4th December
Where? Stand 404
Time? 14.30

Central to Research around the World