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The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation is Australia's national science agency and one of the largest and most diverse research agencies in the world.

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Using CSIRO’s networked information resources.

CSIRO Library Network

Access to the CSIRO Library Network catalogue as well as details of the libraries in CSIRO.

The CSIRO Library Network's mission is to contribute to CSIRO's vision through the provision of collaborative and cooperative information services including:

  • utilising Network members' knowledge of client needs and of information sources
  • managing both print and electronic information resources
  • facilitating access to worldwide scientific knowledge
  • purchasing quality information cost-effectively
  • assessing and implementing new technologies to enhance use of information.
CSIRO’s Library Network provides collaborative and cooperative information services.

The CSIRO Library Network consists of:

  • a network of libraries, providing information services to staff from one or more CSIRO Divisions or business unit
  • external library service partners, such as:
    • Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) Library
    • National Measurement Institute (NMI) Library
  • Collection Resources Support which:
    • facilitates and  coordinates information processes and systems of the Network
    • represents CSIRO at external meetings and industry associations.
  • a technical infrastructure supported by CSIRO IT.

The primary clients of the CSIRO Library Network are CSIRO scientists and other staff attached to the relevant Division or site.

Go to the CSIRO Library Network Catalogue.
Go to the CSIRO Library Network Membership & contact details.

 
 

CSIRO’s purpose is: By igniting the creative spirit of our people we deliver great science and innovative solutions for industry, society and the environment. CSIRO’s Library Network contributes to this through the provision of collaborative and cooperative information services.

Contact Information

Mr Thomas Girke (Mr Thomas, Assoc Dip B.Bus AALIA (CP))
Manager
Information Management & Technology
Collection Resources Support
Phone: 61 3 9518 5940 
Alt Phone: 61 3 9518 5900 
Fax: 61 3 9518 5959 

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