Book, Library and Information Members Delsaerdt Pierre (Spokesperson) De Smet Egbert Egghe Leo Elst Michiel Guns Raf Rousseau Ronald Theyssens Thomas Vanouplines Patrick Vleugels Eva Van Rossem Stijn (Voluntary member) Main topics The BBI research group performs research and executes projects related to processes of information management and information services, with special emphasis on the role of libraries. The topics can be approached both from a historical and a future-oriented perspective. The three main domains of the research team are: 1. Libraries and documentary information services Themes: + Information technology in libraries + Libraries and development + Cultural Heritage in libraries 2. Information Themes: + Information policy, sociology and literacy + Informetrics + Information Storage and Retrieval systems 3. Book and Library History Themes: + History of typography and book-production + History of publishing and book industry + History of libraries, printed books consumption Website Projects Show the projects of this research team Research Tongerlo abbey library.  01/01/2012 - 28/02/2013 Abstract This research project aims at defining the several subcollections that constitute the general library collection of Tongerlo abbey, and at determining their main contents and cultural significance. This feasability study will lead to a report with recommendations regarding the priorities to be followed in cataloging the books in an online library system. The results of this survey will also be of use in preparing preservation and conservation matters. Duration 01/01/2012 - 28/02/2013 Researcher(s) Principal investigator: Delsaerdt Pierre Research Team(s) Book, Library and Information International research seminar in the series "Antwerp Chapters".  19/10/2011 - 31/12/2011 Abstract This project represents a formal research agreement between UA and on the other hand a private institution. UA provides the private institution research results mentioned in the title of the project under the conditions as stipulated in this contract. Duration 19/10/2011 - 31/12/2011 Researcher(s) Principal investigator: Delsaerdt Pierre Research Team(s) Book, Library and Information Needs and requirements on conservation/preservation, retrieval and digitization of heritage collections in four conservatory libraries in Flanders and Brussels.  24/05/2011 - 15/10/2011 Abstract This project represents a formal research agreement between UA and on the other hand Resonant. UA provides Resonant research results mentioned in the title of the project under the conditions as stipulated in this contract. Duration 24/05/2011 - 15/10/2011 Researcher(s) Principal investigator: Delsaerdt Pierre Research Team(s) Book, Library and Information Development of & Capacity Building in ISIS-based Library Automation Software: Support and Sustainability (DOC&BIBLAS III).  01/04/2011 - 31/03/2013 Abstract To give further assistance and quality guidance in the use of the ABCD library automation to current and ex-VLIR/IUC partner libraries (currently about 10) and by doing so ensuring the efforts of DOCBIBLAS I and II remain valid/relevant and VLIR/IUC partner libraries also can remain at the forefront of ABCD implementation, e.g. with new applications of digital library technology. Duration 01/04/2011 - 31/03/2013 Researcher(s) Principal investigator: De Smet Egbert Research Team(s) Book, Library and Information Master plan preservation-conservation and accessibility-digitization.  01/02/2011 - 31/08/2011 Abstract This project represents a formal research agreement between UA and on the other hand Vlaamse Erfgoedbibliotheek. UA provides Vlaamse Erfgoedbibliotheek research results mentioned in the title of the project under the conditions as stipulated in this contract. Duration 01/02/2011 - 31/08/2011 Researcher(s) Principal investigator: Delsaerdt Pierre Research Team(s) Book, Library and Information Printing press production and publishing strategies in Antwerp (1585-1648).  01/01/2011 - 31/12/2011 Abstract This project represents a research contract awarded by the University of Antwerp. The supervisor provides the Antwerp University research mentioned in the title of the project under the conditions stipulated by the university. Duration 01/01/2011 - 31/12/2011 Researcher(s) Fellow: Van Rossem Stijn Principal investigator: Delsaerdt Pierre Research Team(s) Book, Library and Information Development and Capacity Building in ISIS based Library Automation Software: Implementation Initiatives (DOCBIBLAS II).  01/07/2009 - 31/03/2011 Abstract This project ''Development Of and Capacity Building in ISIS-Based Library Automation Systems'' aims at developing a fully integrated library management system suitable for Southern libraries based on the widely used ISIS-technology of UNESCO. The software will be developed and tested, and presented together with training materials and documentation in 4 languages at a workshop to be organized in Brussels for 20 Southern librarians." Duration 01/07/2009 - 31/03/2011 Researcher(s) Principal investigator: De Smet Egbert Research Team(s) Book, Library and Information Book History Research Seminar 2009 in the context of the series "Antwerp Chapters.  01/03/2009 - 31/12/2009 Abstract No abstract found Duration 01/03/2009 - 31/12/2009 Researcher(s) Principal investigator: Delsaerdt Pierre Research Team(s) Book, Library and Information A research into the education and training needs concerning preservation, conservation and restoration in libraries with special collections.  01/01/2008 - 31/12/2009 Abstract This project investigates how a better education and training of library staff and of conservators and restorers can lead to a more professional management of special collections in libraries. Interviews will reveal the specific needs of library staff and management in this respect. Some well-established foreign training programmes will be examined. Duration 01/01/2008 - 31/12/2009 Researcher(s) Principal investigator: Delsaerdt Pierre Research Team(s) Book, Library and Information Educational historico-cultural project "Cornelis Kiliaan and the naissance of the Dutch dictionary".  01/03/2007 - 30/11/2007 Abstract No abstract found Duration 01/03/2007 - 30/11/2007 Researcher(s) Principal investigator: Delsaerdt Pierre Research Team(s) Book, Library and Information Printing Press Production and Publishing Strategies in Antwerp (1585-1648).  01/01/2007 - 31/12/2010 Abstract This study wants to investigate what role printers and booksellers played in the transfer of early modern culture. The printer-bookseller is here not that much presented as a literate idealist who saw the printing press as a means to distribute knowledge, but as a pragmatic craftsman and trader, driven primarly by business motives. A better understanding of this business aspect can clarify the role the printer/publisher/bookseller played in the communication process. Duration 01/01/2007 - 31/12/2010 Researcher(s) Principal investigator: Delsaerdt Pierre Research Team(s) Book, Library and Information Religions of the book.  30/12/2006 - 31/12/2007 Abstract No abstract found Duration 30/12/2006 - 31/12/2007 Researcher(s) Principal investigator: Delsaerdt Pierre Research Team(s) Book, Library and Information Expertise Show the team expertise Delsaerdt Pierre Organise and support meetings of people active in the domains of book history, reading and the book industry. Technique:  - Research in libraries and archives, concentrating on the production, distribution and consumption of the (printed) book - Research on the reading culture today and in the past - Typographical research, e.g. into the relations between book design and the reading public, between design and the retrieval of information...) Users:  - Libraries, especially libraries with special (heritage) collections - The contemporary book industry - Lecturers, researchers and students in the fields of (art)history, literature, library and information science, communications science and sociology - Authorities that bear responsibilities in the field of cultural heritage preservation, the promotion of reading and the support of the book industry Keywords:  LIBRARY, CULTURAL HERITAGE, BIBLIOGRAPHY, BOOK HISTORY, TYPOGRAPHY, BOOK AND PUBLISHING STUDIES Participation and consulting regarding exhibitions, conferences and other initiatives aiming at a better understanding of the (history of the) book. Technique:  - Research in libraries and archives, concentrating on the production, distribution and consumption of the (printed) book - Research on the reading culture today and in the past - Typographical research, e.g. into the relations between book design and the reading public, between design and the retrieval of information...) Users:  - Libraries, especially libraries with special (heritage) collections - The contemporary book industry - Lecturers, researchers and students in the fields of (art)history, literature, library and information science, communications science and sociology - Authorities that bear responsibilities in the field of cultural heritage preservation, the promotion of reading and the support of the book industry Keywords:  LIBRARY, CULTURAL HERITAGE, BIBLIOGRAPHY, BOOK HISTORY, TYPOGRAPHY, BOOK AND PUBLISHING STUDIES