Information Center
The Volcani Institute’s Scientific Information Center
The Volcani Institute’s Scientific Information Center, formerly known as the Volcani Institute Library, has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. The traditional library, which primarily served as a repository for books and articles, has evolved into a dynamic and professional information center, serving the needs of agricultural research and development in Israel.
What does the center offer?
- Comprehensive information resource: The center provides access to a wide range of information sources, including scientific and professional articles, books, research reports, abstracts, patents, and more. The information is available in various formats, including text, images, videos, and numerical data.
- Advanced search services: The center provides intelligent search tools that enable users to quickly and efficiently find the information relevant to their needs. Searches can be conducted by author, keywords, dates, scientific fields, and more.
- Assistance in preparing research materials: The center’s staff provides professional assistance to researchers in preparing research materials, including locating information sources, analyzing data, and presenting information in a clear and understandable manner.
- Training: The center offers training in information retrieval, intended for researchers, students, and Volcani Institute employees.
- Collaborations with research institutions: The center collaborates with research institutions in Israel and around the world to expand access to information and enrich scientific knowledge in the field of agriculture.
The importance of the center for agricultural research
The Volcani Institute’s Scientific Information Center plays a vital role in advancing agricultural research in Israel. It provides researchers with the tools and resources they need to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the field, conduct innovative research, and develop innovative solutions to the challenges facing agriculture
Asif – the agricultural research database – which includes scientific and professional publications, summary research reports shared by Volcani researchers as well as items related to the agricultural research heritage.
The information portal – a portal that allows access to information from various databases to which we subscribe, as well as: e-books, useful links and more that can enrich agricultural research.
Opening hours
07:30-15:30
Due to the security situation, please coordinate your arrival in advance.
On Wednesdays the Center will be opened towards noon.
On 17.9.24 the Center will be opened towards noon.
Idit Sofer
- idits@volcani.agri.gov.il
- +9723-9683833
- +97250-622-0833
Michal Zarzevski
- michalz@volcani.agri.gov.il
- +9723-9683305
- +97254-549-4141