The Journal of Information Science and Technology Association
(Johono Kagaku to Gijutsu)
Vol. 51 （2001） ,　No.2
Special feature : The current status of the information disclosure from the viewpoint of the information policy 

Information disclosure from the viewpoint of information policy, 
 Katsuya UGA
(University of Tokyo, Graduate School, Division of Law and Politics (Hongo 7-3-1, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033))

　Abstract : Information disclosure law comprises a part of information resource management. When the government sells administrative information, it is exempt from the application of the law. Therefore, it is very important that the price of the information is reasonable. Also, the stores which sell administrative information should be conveniently located. On the other hand, it can be justified to set a price to reflect commercial benefits in case where only a limited number of companies can take advantage of it. Libraries and archives should make an effort that their primary and secondary materials can be accessed on-line by digitizing them.

　Keywords : information disclosure / information disclosure law / information policy / electro-magnetic records / copyright / archive / library

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Freedom of Information and Public Participation,
Haruhiko KAWAMURA
(The University of Tokyo)

　Abstract : In order to increase public participation government information should be provided to the public prior to government decisionmaking when citizens need government information. The formal requesting procedure for disclosure (“passive" information disclosure) is not only expensive and time consuming but also limited to documented information. Therefore, the government should voluntarily disclose government information without waiting for citizens' requests (“affirmative" information disclosures).
　Nowadays the Internet become one of the most powerful means to disseminate government information and to increase public participation in government decisionmaking. If the government relies too much on the Internet, however, the problem of unequal access will arise. Therefore, the government should use the Internet to supplement, rather than replace, other various means to increase public participation in government decisionmaking.

　Keywords : Freedom of Information / Public Participation / Internet / Passive Information disclosures / Affirmative Information Disclosures

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Archives and Freedom of Information,
Chiyoko OGAWA
(Documenting Japan International (Sasaki Bldg. 102, Sangen-chaya 1-32-4, Setagaya-ku,Tokyo 154-0024))

　Abstract : Japanese Freedom of Information Act is scheduled to be enacted from April 1, 2001. After the enactment government records shall, in principle be disclosed on-request basis. Whereas non-current government records of historical and cultural value are not subject to the FOIA. Then how the archives, or those non-current records of historical and cultural value would be handled at the outside area of FOIA system? The author tries to review the roles of Archives agencies and Libraries together with archivists and librarians which all involves in preservation and service of the archives at the pre-enactment days of the Japanese FOIA. Also reviewed are the footsteps of ICA since its 60s activities and the idea of the right to access information.

　Keywords : FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) / archives / libraries / roles of professionals / archivists / librarians / government records / value of records / records management / non-current records / Public Archives Law of Japan / right to access information

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Electronicization of disclosure system of the enterprise content on Securities and Exchange Law, 
Yoichi ISHIKAWA
(Finacial Service Agency,Planning and Coordination Department, Financial Market Divsion, Corporate Accounting and Disclosure Office (3-1-1, Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0013))

　Abstract : Electronicization of disclosure system of the enterprise content in the revision Securities and Exchange Law was explained regular session of diet in advance. Including operation stage and transitional measure, revised content was explained in the each every section.

　Keywords : EDINET / electronic disclosure procedure / Securities and Exchange Law / electronic information processing organization / optional electronic disclosure procedure

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Public Access to Local Government, 
Akira MORITA
(Kyodo Law Office (Yokohama Heiwa Bldg. 602, 3-30-7, Honcho, Naka-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa 231-0005))

　Abstract : Freedom of information systems bring “Clearness, Fairness, and Equality" on public access.
　The followings are obstractions to public access. �@Sections of withholding of information, �ALack of records, �BLimitation of agency applied, �CSearch of records, �DPublic information fee, �ENegligence of agency.
　We should apply freedom of information ordinance more, and also freedom of information act coming to enforce soon.

　Keywords : freedom of information system / freedom of information ordinance / withholding of information / lack of records / public information fee

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Improving R&D Management and Efficiency in the Era of the IT Revolution, 
Kazuo TANAKA
(The College of Cross-Cultural Communication and Business, Shukutoku University (1150-1 Fujikubo, Miyoshi-machi, Iruma-gun, Saitama 354-8510))

　Abstract : Competition to achieve maximum R&D efficiency has become global in proportion and efficient R&D support is an important management problem related to future success and existence of corporations.
　This paper clarifies a variety of problems relating to new drug discovery and examines the utility of computer system application in the field of R&D support. In conclusion, the author proposes a R&D support system for new drug discovery based on the integration of IT and methodologies that are recently attracting much attention.

　Keywords : R&D / support system / Integration of methodologies / New drug discovery / IT / Computer Chemistry / Combinatorial chemistry / High throughput screening

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The present and the subject of a library system -For the establishment of the next operating model and the collaboration between university libraries, 
Shin IRIE
(Media Center of Keio University (2-15-45 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8345))

　Abstract : Main system for all private campus of Keio university library, “KOSMOS", was replaced in October 1998, and the service of new system “KOSMOSII" was started. We had developed and improved library services and library systems from 1992 KOSMOS start in order to improve in not only the system performance but also the efficeincy of business. The main purposes of this process were what set up the optimum business model and system environment, dividing library business into a functional unit. I would like to propose the frame of an business model turned to KOSMOSII, explaining this progress,
and the concept and the composition of KOSMOSII.

　Keywords : Library system / Database / MARC format / Business model / Outsourcing

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