AAPT names David P. Jackson as Editor of the American Journal of Physics - July 7, 2011
The American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) has announced that David P. Jackson will assume the position of Editor for the American Journal of Physics in 2012. A recipient of numerous awards and grants, Jackson is a frequent presenter at national and international physics conferences.… Read More
Bangkok designated World Book Capital 2013 by UNESCO - July 7, 2011
The Royal Thai Embassy in Paris has reported to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs that Bangkok has been designated World Book Capital 2013 by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Headquarters in Paris. The city was selected because of its success in bringing… Read More
Access Knowledgespeak using your smartphones and mobile devices via Myscoope.com - July 7, 2011
Mobile access for Knowledgespeak is now available in a mobile browser version and a Java application version. Smartphones and Tablets – We publish a mobile browser version for smartphones and tablet PCs. This is accessible at www.myscoope.com, a site designed specifically for all types of… Read More
Microsoft signs patent agreement with Wistron for Android tablets, smartphones and e-readers - July 6, 2011
Software vendor Microsoft Corp., US, and Wistron Corp have executed a patent agreement. The deal provides broad coverage under Microsoft's patent portfolio for Wistron's tablets, mobile phones, e-readers and other consumer devices running the Android or Chrome platform. Wistron Corp is an ODM (original design manufacturer)… Read More
Elsevier launches online catalogue of Elsevier Heritage Collection - July 6, 2011
STM publisher Elsevier, Netherlands, has announced the launch of an online catalogue of the Elsevier Heritage Collection, comprising over 2,000 rare books with more than 1,000 distinct titles published by the original Elzevier publishing house from 1580 to 1712. Based in the Netherlands and closely… Read More
Springer and Asia Briefing announce ePublishing agreement to enhance business and management book programme - July 6, 2011
STM publisher Springer has signed an agreement for a publishing partnership with Asia Briefing Ltd. for technical and business guides. In addition to publishing five new books each year, Springer will take over the backlist of around 15 books and reissue them in updated editions. The… Read More