Estelle Brodman and the first generation of library automation.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The purpose of this paper is to examine the contributions of Estelle Brodman, PhD, to the early application of computing technologies in health sciences libraries.

Methods

A review of the literature, oral histories, and materials contained in the archives of the Bernard Becker Medical Library at the Washington University School of Medicine was conducted.

Results

While the early computing technologies were not well suited to library applications, their exciting potential was recognized by visionaries like Dr. Brodman. The effective use of these technologies was made possible by creative and innovative projects and programs. The impact of these early efforts continues to resonate through library services and operations.

Conclusions

Computing technologie

SUBMITTER: Peay WJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2479055 | biostudies-literature | 2008 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature