PERI: Research and Development
As part of the Programme for the Enhancement of Research Information (PERI), we undertake research projects to investigate new methodologies for accessing, managing, and using information, and methods of improving existing systems.
Examples of activities undertaken include Optimising bandwidth in research and higher education, and search tools specifically for organisations with limited or slow internet access (Electronic Library Information Navigator - ELIN@)
For more information about any of these or any of our other research activities, contact mbelcher@inasp.info
Publications
Infobrief 1: Optimising Internet Bandwidth in Developing Country Higher Education This InfoBrief summarises the report on managing bandwidth to maximise use in resource-poor settings. (2004)
Infobrief 4: PERI Review 2001-2004: Executive Summary The Programme for the Enhancement of Research Information (PERI) has been operational since 2002 and this review has been undertaken to document and assess progress towards its goals and objectives.
Infobrief 6: Journal Access Programmes in African University Libraries This report summarises a survey of the journal access programmes that were being used in universities in Africa. (2005)
PERI Review 2001-2004 : Enhancing Access to Research Information in Developing Countries Report from a Mid-Term Review of the Programme for the Enhancement of Research Information 2001-2004.
Accessing Electronic Information: A Study of Pakistan's Digital Library By Amina Said. This case study, commissioned from the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, documents the setting up of a centralised national digital library. (2006)
E-journals: Developing Country Access Survey 2002 A survey of the activities and views of publishers regarding access to their information within the developing world either free or at reduced cost.
Optimising Internet Bandwidth in Developing Country Higher Education By Gerhard Venter. This report provides suggestions and recommendations for improved management of Internet applications so that existing bandwidth can be made more productive. See also a concise summary of the report in our InfoBrief series. (2003)
ELIN@PERI Review: Summary This independent review shows that ELIN is serving a need and that response to the programme has been largely positive. The review also highlights that the amount of effort and support required to maximise the success of the programme was originally underestimated. A list of recommendations for the future of the project are proposed. (2006)