Increasing computer-based retrieval systems to cope with growth of scientific literature

This strategy features in the framework of Agenda 21 as formulated at UNCED (Rio de Janeiro, 1992), now coordinated by the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development and implemented through national and local authorities. Agenda 21 recommends increasing the application – particularly in developing countries – of computer-based retrieval systems in order to cope with the growth of scientific literature.

1. Strengthening science and technology information capacity
2. Expanding electronic libraries
3. Ensuring adequate access to science infrastructure
4. Developing networked documentation services in social sciences
5. Computerizing library services

1. Publishing academic journals

1. Unscientific
2. Overgrowth
3. Growth