Dr. Khaiser Nikam

Dr. Khaiser Nikam
Designation Professor and Chairperson
Email Id knikam@lisc.uni-mysore.ac.in
Phone No +91-821-2419399
Qualification  M.B.A, MLISc, Ph.D.
Area of Specialization  e-Resources use.
 

Papers Published in International Journals

  1. Khaiser Nikam and Rajendra babu, H (2009)
    Moving from Script to Science 2.0 for Scholarly Communication.  Webology 6 (1), ISSN: 1735-188X available at http://www.webology.ir/2009/v6n1/a68.html
  2. Khaiser Nikam, A. C. Ganesh and M. Tamizhchelvan (2004)
    The Changing Face of India. Part I: Bridging the Digital Divide. Library Review, 53 (4), 213-219 ISSN: 0024-2535
    http://www.emeraldinsight.com/Insight/viewContentItem.do;jsessionid=A4206CB9606E55A85ED539156A65363F?contentType=Article&contentId=859774
  3. Khaiser Nikam, A. C. Ganesh and M. Tamizhchelvan (2004)
    The Changing Face of India. Part II: Knowledge Management for Digital Preservation. Library Review, 53 (6), 309-312 ISSN: 0024-2535.
    http://www.emeraldinsight.com/Insight/viewContentItem.do?contentType=Article&hdAction=lnkpdf&contentId=859784
  4. Khaiser Nikam and Lalitha Swami (1988)
    Research Collaboration in Agricultural Science. International Library Review, 57-63
  5. Khaiser Nikam and Anitha S. Rai. (2009)
    Open E- Book: The Changing Paradigm. International Journal of Library and Information Science (IJLIS), 1 (1), Pp. 001 – 0xx (Review Paper)

Papers Published in National Journals

  1. Dinesh, K. S. and Khaiser Nikam (2009)
    Strategic Stress Management in Library and Information Centre. Pearl: A Journal of Library and Information Science, 3 (3).
  2. Guruprasad, R., Khaiser Nikam, Gopinath Rao, M. and Vidyadhar, Y  (2009)
    WEBLOG Analysis of E Journals Usage and Scholarly Communication: A Case Study Of E Journals (Full Text) Downloadable Patterns of NAL Scientists and Engineers. Information Studies, 15 (4),  201-232.
  3. Sivasubramanian, V. and Khaiser Nikam ( 2009)
    Problems in Human Resource Management in University Libraries in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu: A Comparative Study. SRELS: Journal of Information Management, 46 (4), 449-457.
  4. Sivasubramanian, V. and Khaiser Nikam (2008)
    Conflict Management among University Library Professionals in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu Pearl: A Journal of Library and Information Science, July 71-77
  5. Sivasubramanian, V. and Khaiser Nikam (2008)
    Electronic Facilities and Service Offered In University Libraries in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu: A Comparative Study. Information Studies, October, 14 (4), 257-268
  6. Khaiser Nikam and Pramodini, B (2008)
    Use of Information Technology in Information Centres: A Gender Based Analysis. Pearl: A Journal of Library and Information Science, 129-134
  7. Dinesh, K. S. and Khaiser Nikam (2007)
    Strategic Marketing of Engineering College Library Service and Products Pearl: A Journal of Library and Information Science, 1 (2), 12-21
  8. Khaiser Nikam (2007)
    The Changing Role of a Librarian in the Knowledge Management Environment.
    SRELS: Journal of Information Management, 2007 44 (1), Paper B - 15-26
  9. Dinesh, K. S. and Khaiser Nikam (2007)
    Strategies for Effective Library and Information Centre Management. SRELS: Journal of Information Management, 44 (1), Paper T - 237-248
  10. Khaiser Nikam, Yogesh, H. (2006)
    Use of Law Libraries in Mysore City: A Survey. KELPRO Bulletin, 10 (2) 84-93
  11. Khaiser Nikam and Madhu, K. S. (2006)
    Expectations and Perceptions of the Users of the National Law School of India University Library (NLISU): A Study SRELS: Journal of Information Management. 43 (1), Paper H, 85-100
  12. Khaiser Nikam and Guruprasad, R. (2006)
    Initiatives in Digital Content Management: A Case Study of SARAS (India First Civil Aircraft Programme) Journal of Information Management and Scientometrics, 3 (1), 40-53
  13. Khaiser Nikam and Chandrasekhar, G. S. (2007)
    Expectations and Perceptions of Public Library Users in Mysore City: A Survey. Journal of Information Management and Scientometrics, 11(1), 45-56
  14. Khaiser Nikam and Nandish Kumar, M. (2007)
    KOHA: An Open Source Library. Information Age. 1 (2)
  15. Khaiser Nikam and Pramodini, B. (2007)
    Use of UGC InfoNet Scholarly E -Journals and E -Data Bases by the Academic Community of University of Mysore: A Survey. Annals of Library and Information Studies 54, 19-122
  16. Khaiser Nikam, Chandrasekhar, M and Ronald, C. (2004)
    The Digital Divide: Vision and Strategy. SRELS: Journal of Information Management 249-254
  17. Khaiser Nikam and Mamatha, M. (2004)
    Image Analysis of Mysore University Library: A Study. SRELS: Journal of Information Management. 205-221
  18. Khaiser Nikam and Rao, Vani P. (2003)
    Digital Signatures: An Effective Tool for Securing Electronic Data. ILA Bulletin11-14
  19. Khaiser Nikam and Rajashekhar, N. (2003)
    Reading Habits of Public Library Users: A Survey. SRELS: Journal of Information Management. 337-364
  20. Khaiser Nikam (2001)
    Promoting In House Library Use in Knowledge Era. SRELS: Journal of Information Management. 31-38
  21. Khaiser Nikam and Sunil, M. V. (2000)
    Effective Book Buying Through A E Book Store. SRELS: Journal of Information Management 245-250
  22. Khaiser Nikam and Rajendra, N. (1990)
    Research Collaboration in the Field of Zoological Research: A Bolometric Analysis. IASLIC Bulletin, 35 (2) 79 - 82
  23. Khaiser Nikam. (1991)
    Mahithi Sangrahaneya Reethi Neethi Galoo. Karnataka Granthalaya
  24. Khaiser Nikam and Rajendra, N. (1988)
    Trends in Indian Zoological Research. ILA Bulletin
  25. Khaiser Nikam and Swami. (1986)
    Scatter and Seapage of Literature in Psychology. Deccan Information Scientist.
  26. Khaiser Nikam and Swami. Lalitha. (1986)
    Trends in Indian Agricultural Science Research. Annals of Library Science and Documentation 33 (4) 163-172
  27. Khaiser Nikam and Shylaja, T, S. (1985)
    Charecteristics of the Literature used by a Nutritionist: A Citation Study. Annals of Library Science and Documentation. 32 (3-4) 122-128
  28. Khaiser Nikam and Rajendran. (1984)
    Time Study: A Work Measurement Tool for Libraries. International Library Movement
  29. Khaiser Nikam and Sharada, B. A. (1984)
    Journals Most Frequently Cited by Indian Linguists: A Citation Analysis. Annals of Library Science and Documentation

International Conferences - Papers Presented/Attended /Chaired

25 Invited to Chair a Session at the IFLA International Newspaper Conference 2010 on "Digital
Preservation and Access to news and views" 25 February, 2010 - 28 February, organized by
Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), New Delhi-110 001

24. Invited to Chair a session on "Digital Library Collaboration, Cooperation and Networking " at the
Third International Conference on Digital Libraries: Shaping the Information Paradigm Organized by
TERI,New Delhi From 23rd -26th of Feb'2010

23.Vinod Kumar B.L and Khaiser Nikam
A Digital Library for Yoga Studies and Research. ICDL 2010. 23-26 February, 2010 New Delhi

22.Leili Seifi and Khaiser Nikam
Digitization and Digital Preservation of Manuscripts in Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Public Library in India:
A Case Study. 2nd International Symposium on Emerging Trends and Technologies in Libraries and
Information Services (ETTLIS), 2010. June 3 - 5, 2010, Noida, New Delhi.
http://www.jiit.ac.in/jiit/ETTLIS/home.html

21.Rajendra Babu H and Khaiser Nikam
Webinars: Its Role and Amplification Effect in Modern Day Communications. The 6th International
Conference on Knowledge Management Managing Knowledge for Global and Collaborative
Innovations. December 3 - 4, 2009. Hong Kong, China. http://ickm2009.pbworks.com/

20.Guruprasad, R., Khaiser Nikam, Gopinath Rao, M. and Vidyadhar, Y
E- Journal Usage and Scholarly Communication using Transaction Log. E-Content Management
Challenges and Strategies: Convention on Automation of Libraries in Education and Research
Institutions. February 25 - 27, 2009. Pondicherry

19.Rajendra Babu H. and Khaiser Nikam
Script to Science 2.0 for Scholarly Communication. E-Content Management Challenges and Strategies:
Convention on Automation of Libraries in Education and Research Institutions. February 25 - 27,
2009.Pondicherry.

18.Hassan M. and Khaiser Nikam
Information Literacy 2.0. E-Content Management Challenges and Strategies: Convention on
Automation of Libraries in Education and Research Institutions. February 25 - 27, 2009. Pondicherry

17.Anitha Rai and Khaiser Nikam
Open e-books: The Changing Paradigm. E-Content Management Challenges and Strategies:
Convention on Automation of Libraries in Education and Research Institutions. February 25 - 27,
2009.Pondicherry

16.Sivasubramanian V. and Khaiser Nikam
Preservation of Digital Resources: Task Ahead for LIS Professionals. E-Content Management
Challenges and Strategies: Convention on Automation of Libraries in Education and Research
Institutions . February 25 - 27, 2009. Pondicherry

15.Dinesh K.S.and Khaiser Nikam
Creating Content Management System for Libraries and Information Centres using Drupal. E-Content
Management Challenges and Strategies: Convention on Automation of Libraries in Education and
Research Institutions. February 25 - 27, 2009. Pondicherry

14.Shobha K. J. and Khaiser Nikam
Re structuring College Libraries with Security Tools and Applications: An Overview. National Seminar
on "Strategic Information Management in the Digital Era". March 25-27, 2009 Annamalai University,
Annamalai

13.Dinesh K.S. and Khaiser Nikam
The Role of Blogs in Engineering College Libraries and Its Application on Upgrading Library Services.
Emerging trends and Technologies in Libraries and Information Services ETTLIS- 2008. December
18-20, 2008 Noida , New Delhi.

12.Attended KM Asia 2007. 29th - 31st November 2007 at Singapore

11.Dinesh K.S. and Khaiser Nikam
Management strategies for delivering quality library service. 3rd Rizal International Conference. 22nd-
24th November 2007. Management Strategies for Providing Quality Services. 3rd Rizal International
Conference. October 2007 held at Manila, Philippines

10.Attended InfoVision 2005: A Global Conclave of Information Community. September 15-16, 2005,
Hotel Le Meridian, Bangalore

9.Khaiser Nikam and Ganesh A.C.
Beyond Gutenberg - Palm Leaves to Palm Top: An Indian scenario. ICCC 8th International Conference
on Electronic Publishing- ELPUB - 2004. 23rd-26th June 2004

8.Khaiser Nikam
Digital Object Identifiers: A Unique Tool for Protecting Intellectual Property Rights. 4th ASSIST 2004.
April 30th - May 1st 2004.

7.Khaiser Nikam and Ganesh A.C
ICT's role to Bridge the Digital Divide: Opportunities Galore by Tapping Local Content
http:www.euroindia2004.org/contet/showpatelist.asp?level10=1315. EVA 2004. March 24th-26th
2004.

6.Khaiser Nikam and Ganesh A.C.
Digital Object Identifiers in Effective Media Library Management. 7th ICCC/IFIP International
Conference on Electronic Publishing-ELPUB2003-Portugal. 25th-28th June 2003.

5.Khaiser Nikam, A. C. Ganesh and M. Tamizhchelvan
Changing Faces of India in the Knowledge Era. International Conference at Moscow - Celebrations
of the 175th Year of The Russian State Library. April 5th to 9th 2003.

4.Khaiser Nikam
Metadata for Discovering Internet Resources. International Conference on Problems and Prospects of
IT professionals in the New Millennium. Jan 14th -15th 2002 held in Bangalore ,India

3.Attended and presented a paper on Metadata at the international conference on World Wide Web
Education . 15th Jan 2002 held at the University of Mysore, Mysore, India

2.Attended ICADL. December 10th - 12th 2002 held at Bangalore, India

1.Khaiser Nikam
Research Collaboration in the Field of Anthropology: A Study. Emerging trends in Scientometrics,
Bibliometrics and Informetrics. COLLNET 22nd - 26th Feb' 2002 conference held at, New Delhi

National Conference Papers Presented/Attended /Chaired

54.Chaired a Session at the National Symposium on"Recent Advances in
Information Science "28-29 March 2008, Organized by Mysore University
Library and Society for Information Science (SIS) Bangalore Chapter

53.Hassan Moghaddaszadhe, Farzaneh Raeesi and Khaiser Nikam
Project Muse - Paper Presented at
National Conference on Content Management in Digital Era: Opportunities and Challenges
Organised By Department Of Library and Information Science, Kuvempu University, from 12th -13th
March 2010.

52. Vinod Kumar B.L and Khaiser Nikam
Design & Development of Online Digital Library in Yogic Science Information Resources in India.
Paper presented at the UGC INFLIBNET 7th PLANNER 2010. February 18-20, 2010.

51.Vinod Kumar B.L and Khaiser Nikam
Open Access Online Journals- How to Get Up To Users' Desktop: A Case Study of SVYASA Yoga
University Library Paper presented at the UGC sponsored national level conference on ‘Empowering
Library Professionals in Managing Digital Resources and Providing Extension Activities'. January
18 - 19, 2010. ISBN: 978-81-0-9854-0-6

50. Shobha H. Prasad and Khaiser Nikam
Technological Empowerment for the Effective Management of Modern Day Libraries: An RFID
Outlook. Paper presented at the UGC sponsored national level conference on ‘Empowering Library
Professionals in Managing Digital Resources and Providing Extension Activities'. January 18 - 19,
2010. ISBN: 978- 81-0-9854-0-6

49. Lieli Seifi and Khaiser Nikam
Digital Preservation of Cultural Heritage: An Enquiry into the Emerging Trends. Paper presented at
the UGC sponsored National level conference on ‘Empowering Library Professionals in Managing
Digital Resources and Providing Extension Activities'. January 18 - 19, 2010. ISBN: 978-81-0-
9854-0-6

48. Hassan Moghaddaszadhe, Leila Ghorban and Khaiser Nikam
Gutenberg e-books. Paper presented at the UGC sponsored national level conference on
‘Empowering Library Professionals in Managing Digital Resources and Providing Extension
Activities'. January 18 - 19, 2010. ISBN: 978- 81-0-9854-0-6

47. Rajendra Babu H and Khaiser Nikam
Open Access Initiatives In Biological Sciences: An Overview. Paper presented at the UGC
Sponsored national level Conference on ‘Empowering Library Professionals in Managing Digital
Resources and Providing Extension Activities'. January 18 - 19, 2010. ISBN: 978-81-0-9854-0-6

46. Attended XXIV IATLIS Conference on ‘Equity in LIS Education in IT Based Pedagogical
Environment of the Knowledge Society' held from 19th to 21st November 2007 held at Karnatak
University, Dharwar, Karnataka

45. Chandrasekhar G S and Khaiser Nikam
Perceptions and Expectations of Public Library Users in Mysore City. Paper presented at the
National Conference on ' Public Libraries as Community Information Centres'. June 6 - 8, 2007,
Department of Public Libraries, Chennai

44. Promodini B. and Khaiser Nikam
Use of UGC InfoNet Scholarly E Journals and E Data Bases by the Academic Community of
University Of Mysore: A Survey. Paper presented at the ‘National Conference on Information
Management in Digital Libraries (NCIMDiL)' 2006.

43. Jaykumara and Khaiser Nikam
Use of WINISIS in the Management of Information at B. N. Bahadur Institute of Management
Sciences (BIMS): A Practical Approach. Paper presented at the National Conference on ‘Information
Management in Digital Libraries (NCIMDiL)'. 2006.

42. Jayamthi and Khaiser Nikam
Digital Library Open Source Soft Ware: A Comparative Analysis. Paper presented at the National
Conference on Information Management in Digital Libraries (NCIMDiL)', 2006.

41. Dinesh K. S., Khaiser Nikam and Vidya K.
Strategies for Self Performance Evaluation and Monitoring Of Libraries.Pp 281-286. In: Harish Chandra etal.(eds) Initiatives in Libraries and Information Centre in Digital Era. SALIS 2006 ,Chennai.

40. Dinesh K. S. and Khaiser Nikam
Use of Strategic Management in Engineering College Libraries.Pp456-460. In: Harish Chandra etal.(eds) Initiatives in Libraries and Information Centre in Digital Era. SALIS 2006 -INITIATIVES IN libraries and Information centres in the Digital age. 2006,Chennai.

39. Dinesh K. S. and Khaiser Nikam
Strategic Management Approach: A Market Research of Engineering College Libraries.Pp 525-533.
In: Harish Chandra etal.(eds) Initiatives in Libraries and Information Centre in Digital Era. SALIS
2006 ,Chennai.

38.Vani P.Rao and Khaiser Nikam
Open Source Soft Ware: A Case Study Pp 39-44.In: Harish Chandra etal.(ed) Initiatives in Libraries
and Information Centre in Digital Era. SALIS 2006, Chennai.

37.Guruprasad,R and Khaiser Nikam
Use of Electronic Information by Scientists at the National Aerospace Laboratories. Presented at the
National Seminar on Electronic Publications. MGNIRSA, Hyderabad 2006.

36. Sivasubramanian V and Khaiser Nikam
Open Source Software and Its Role for Indian Economic Growth and Development. XXIV IASLIC
National Seminar. 2006.

35. Sivasubramanian V and Khaiser Nikam
Redesigning of information Access Management in Digital Era. ICDL, TERI, New Delhi. 2006.

34. Sivasubramanian V and Khaiser Nikam
Towards HRD: To Manage Digital Library and Information Centres. Paper presented at the 4th
ASSIST. 30th April-1st May 2004.

33. Attended one Day Seminar on Supporting Personalized Collection Management and Multimedia by
Access in Digital Libraries by Unmil P Karadkar. 24th April 20 '04, at the, DOSLISC,UOM ,Mysore.

32. Khaiser Nikam
Library Consortia in India: An Overview. Paper presented at the ILA Southern Region Seminar. 22nd
23rd March 2004 at Mangalore University Mangalore.

31. Attended seminar on Digital Technologies for Cultural Heritage and D Space. 1st March 2004 at the
DOSLISC,UOM ,Mysore.

30. Attended SLIM Work Shop on 3rd- 4th March 2004 at the DOSLISC,UOM ,Mysore .

29. Sivasubramanian V and Khaiser Nikam
Evaluation of HRM Issues in the College Libraries at Bangalore: A Study. Paper presented at the
LIST. 14th to 15th Feb 2004, Bhishop Hebbar College,Trichinapalli.

28. Attended SIS 2004 National Conference from Jan 22nd-23rd 2004, at IIT Madras, Chennai.

27. Attended seminar on Information Needs for Rural Development. IASLIC SIG. 15th -18th Dec'2003

26. Khaiser Nikam
Digital Object Identifiers: Is DRM the Future? Paper presented at the LIST, 21st-22nd Feb'2003,
Bhishop Hebbar College,Trichinapalli.

25. Sivasubramanian V and Khaiser Nikam
Redesigning Library and Information Science Curriculum. Paper presented at the LIST. 21st-22nd
Feb 2003,Bhishop Hebbar College,Trichinapalli.

24. Attended ILA National Conference Organized by NIMHANS Library. 22nd - 25th Jan' 2003

23. Attended Human Resource in Library and Information Centres in the New Millennium with Special
Reference to IT Skills. SIS 2003 -21st Annual Convention and Conference for Information Science.
9th -11thApril 2003.

22.Khaiser Nikam and Rajashekar N.
Reading Habits of Public Library Users in the Electronic Era. Paper presented at the National Seminar
on New Library in the Information Age. June 12th-13th 2003.

21. Khaiser Nikam
OCLC-Online Computer Library Centre: An Overview. Paper presented at the Library Consortia -
ASSIST 2002. 25th - 26th May 2002.

20. Khaiser Nikam
Metadata: An Overview. Paper presented at the 4th Annual convention -MANLIBNET. April 3rd -
4th , 2002.

19. Khaiser Nikam
Meta Data for Managing Internet Resources - Paper CH-1-7. Paper presented at the
Work shop on Resources Management. 13th -15th March 2002.Organised by ISI,
DRTC,Bangalore.

18. Khaiser Nikam
Redesigning Information Services in the Digital Era. Paper presented at the NACLIN Annual
Conference, 21st - 24th October 2002.

17. Khaiser Nikam
Use of Classification Schemes in Accessing Internet Resources. Paper presented at the ASSIST
2001, 12th -14th Aug' 2001,Bangalore.

16. Attended Information Today and Tomorrow (ITT) 2000 a symposium organized by NISSAT from
22nd - 24th Nov' 2000.

15. Khaiser Nikam
Emerging Perspectives in Knowledge Man 53.Hassan Moghaddaszadhe, Farzaneh Raeesi and Khaiser Nikam Project Muse - Paper Presented at
National Conference on Content Management in Digital Era: Opportunities and Challenges
Organised By Department Of Library and Information Science, Kuvempu University, from 12th -13th
March 2010.

14. Khaiser Nikam
Use of Internet and Related Technologies by Indian Scientists: A study. Paper presented at the UGC
National Seminar. 22nd - 25th August 2000.

13. Khaiser Nikam
LIS Curriculum of University of Mysore: A Study. Paper presented at the IATLIS/AGLIS National
Seminar. 25th-27th Nov' 1997.

12. Attended IASLIC National Seminar. 22nd -25th December 1997 held At the Agricultural University,
Coimbatore ,Tamil Nadu

11. Khaiser Nikam
Use of Strategic Marketing Techniques in Promoting Public Library Services. 42nd All India Library
Conference. 21st to 24th December 1996 held at Calicut University,Calicut.

10. Khaiser Nikam
Public Library A Community Information Centre (Kannada). Paper presented at the Dept of Public
Library seminar. Nov 1993.

9. Khaiser Nikam
Specialization in LIS Education Certain Observations. Paper presented at the IATLIS National Seminar.
31st Jan -2nd Feb 1990-91.

8. Khaiser Nikam
Factors Inhibiting Library Use. Paper presented at the National seminar of Public Library Movement. 19-
21 April 1991 organized by Connemera Public Library,Chennai.

7. Khaiser Nikam
Catalogue Use studies in Academic Libraries. Paper presented at the UGC National seminar. 28-30th
March 1991 organized by Sri Venkateswara University , Tirupathi.

6. Khaiser Nikam
Effective Public Library Services for Children. Paper presented at the National seminar of Public Library
Movement. 19-21 April 1991, organized by Connemera Public Library,Chennai,

5. Khaiser Nikam
Library and Information Consultants. Paper presented at the UGC National Seminar. 30-31st March
1992.

4. Khaiser Nikam
Present Status of Libraries and Information Centres in Relation to the Changing Environment. Paper
presented at the XIV National Seminar of IASLIC. 14th-17th December 1990.

3. Khaiser Nikam
Information gathering Habits of Research and Development Personnel: A Survey. Paper presented at the
VIII SISCOM National Convention. 19th -20th Jan 1989.Application of Systems Analysis Techniques
to Library Operations. Workshop on Resource Management in College Libraries. 26th December 1985.

2. Khaiser Nikam
Recent Trends in Communication Systems. Paper presented at the All India Refresher Courses on Trends
in Information Retrieval. 6-26th December 1982.

1.Khaiser Nikam
Thesaurus: A Tool for Retrieval. Paper presented at the All India Refresher Courses on Trends in
Information Retrieval. 6-26th December 1982.