Web Access to Japanese Science and Technology Information

Abstract

The MIT Libraries, in collaboration with the MIT Japan Program, are conducting the Japanese Science and Technology Information (JSTI) Project, currently focusing on the field of materials science and engineering. The objectives of this project are (1) to increase the flow of science and technology information from Japan to U.S. researchers and managers by creating a World Wide Web resource, and (2) to enhance cooperation among researchers in the U.S. and Japan by creating an interactive listserv. This paper presents a brief background and general overview of the project; analyzes the statistics to determine numbers, types, and locations of users; and comments on some issues in accessing Japanese science and technology information.