While it is true that IRIS has updated it's search capabilities and has a WWW
site, it is a poor choice compared to SPIN for a number of reasons.  First,
IRIS has only 4 employees, of which only 2 actually manage the database.  SPIN
has over twenty employees, and this level of staffing is necessary keep the
information up to date. The QUALITY and accuracy of SPIN's information is far
superior.  Second, the SPIN family of products is much more complete, and the
Faculty Match module, which I use, is an ideal way to keep faculty informed.
IRIS has no plans for a product of this type, or for micro versions.  Third,
SPIN has 800 number support and highly qualified staff.  The gopher version of
SPIN is great, and allows all users who have accounts at your university the
ability to search for grants and fellowships as often as they wish.

Peter R. Barcher, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Research
School of Business
University of Wisconsin - Madison
975 University Ave.
Madison, WI  53706
(608) 263-2085
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