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http://dx.doi.org/10.1633/JISTaP.2017.5.3.5

The Use of E-journals by Health Researchers: A Case Study of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR)

Olayemi, Olalekan Moses (Library & Documentation Nigerian Institute of Medical Research)
Abolarinwa, Timothy Shola (Library & Documentation Nigerian Institute of Medical Research)
Olayemi, Kemi Jummai (Bayero University)

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Journal of Information Science Theory and Practice / v.5, no.3, 2017 , pp. 61-70 More about this Journal

Abstract

This study investigated the use of e-journals by health researchers in the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR). A descriptive survey method was adopted for the study and a questionnaire was used for data collection. The study population was comprised of fifty-four (54) respondents who are health researchers in the institute. The data collected were presented and analyzed using tables, frequency distribution, simple percentages, and charts. The result of the study revealed that all the respondents are aware of the availability of e-journals and attest to making use of them. The study revealed that electronic journals were mostly used for the purpose of conducting research work and the PDF format was preferred for downloading e-journals. However, it was observed that low Internet connectivity and intermittent electricity supply constitute a major obstacle to the use of e-journals. The study, therefore, recommended that the institute's management invest more resources on network connectivity, particularly its bandwidth, and ensure reliable power supply.

Keywords

Awareness; e-journals; health; researchers; Nigeria;

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