Information Technology and the Conduct of Research

The User's View

Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 9780309038881
eISBN Pdf: 9780309581998
Place of publication: United States
Year of digital publication: 1989
Month: January
Pages: 91
Language: English

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Computers and telecommunications have revolutionized the processes of scientific research. How is this information technology being applied and what difficulties do scientists face in using information technology? How can these difficulties be overcome?

Information Technology and the Conduct of Research answers these questions and presents a variety of helpful examples. The recommendations address the problems scientists experience in trying to gain the most benefit from information technology in scientific, engineering, and clinical research.

Information Technology and the Conduct of Research
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Preface
Contents
Information Technology and the Conduct of Research
Executive Summary
- RECOMMENDATION I
- RECOMMENDATION II
- RECOMMENDATION III
Introduction
The Use of Information Technology in Research
- THE CONDUCT OF RESEARCH
  - Data Collection and Analysis
  - Communication and Collaboration among Researchers
  - Information Storage and Retrieval
  - New Opportunities: Approaching the Revolution Asymptotically
- INSTITUTIONAL AND BEHAVIORAL IMPEDIMENTS TO THE USE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN RESEARCH
Panel Findings and Recommendations
- FINDINGS
- RECOMMENDATIONS
  - Recommendation I
  - Recommendation II
  - Recommendation III
Appendix A List of Position Papers
Appendix B Biographies of Panel Members
Bibliography and Selected Readings
Index