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Global perspectives on ICT for intelligent systems: an overview
Hirak Jyoti HazarikaThe purpose of ICTIS 2025 is to provide a dynamic international platform for researchers, academicians and industry professionals to share advancements in intelligent systems and…
Is it time to revisit LibQUAL for a new service dimension of artificial intelligence (AI): a forward-looking perspective
Ayesha KhalidLibQUAL is an international recognized tool for evaluating user satisfaction across three dimensions: Affect of Service, Information Control and Library as Place. With the rapid…
Opportunities and challenges of implementing artificial intelligence in academic library services: perspectives from LIS practitioners of Bangladesh
Md. AtikuzzamanThis study aims to investigate Library and Information Science (LIS) practitioners’ opinions regarding the potential benefits and challenges of implementing artificial…
Preservation of ancient manuscripts while strengthening awareness of cultural traditions among the younger generation
Gde Amartya Yoga, Ida Bagus Gde Putra, Anak Agung Inten AsmariatiThis study aims to discuss the activities of preserving ancient manuscripts while introducing the literacy tradition of the Sasak tribe to the younger generation. The West Nusa…
ONOS as a soft power strategy: India’s scholarly diplomacy through national access policies
Dattatraya KalbandeThis paper aims to explore the One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) initiative by the Government of India as more than a policy for research access – it conceptualizes ONOS as a…
Strategies to encourage data owners to self-archive data sets
Ambar Yoganingrum, Danarsiwi Tri Lastiwi, Ekawati Marlina, Seno Yudhanto, Dhian KusumawardhaniThis study aims to explore the solutions taken by the Indonesian National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) to encourage researchers to independently upload their data sets to…
Assigning thematic headings to sections of scanned documents for semantic enrichment in libraries: an alternative-complementary approach to the complexity of AI techniques
Evagelos Varthis, Marios PoulosThis paper aims to examine the semantic enrichment that can be applied to scanned library documents with the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and proposes an…
Using AI personas in ChatGPT for online chat reference training
William Yates, Trilby VanDeusen, Sierra Schuman, Keanna Curry, Josh Maki, Matt Ogborn, Allison Leaming Malecki, Joyce Ann Martin, Wes Edens, Mimmo Bonanni, Eric ProsserThis study aims to explore the use of artificial intelligence (AI) personas for training library staff in an online chat reference environment, enhancing trainees’ abilities to…
Industry 5.0 – the human centric solution and personalization: challenges and opportunities for libraries
Murtaza AshiqIndustry 5.0 is considering a paradigm shift from mass production to mass personalization and a human-centric model of services using modern technologies. This study aims to…
Navigating the information labyrinth: a smart search system for libraries
Pooja Rana, Dalip SinghThe purpose of this study is to develop a “smart” information search system called “Informapper” to address the challenge of information overload faced by modern libraries. The…
The development of a Web-based in-text citation analysis tool
Ambar Yoganingrum, Ira Maryati, Yaniasih Yaniasih, Hayuning Titi Karsanti, Gita Citra Puspita, Ekawati MarlinaCritical evaluation of in-text citations is a substitute qualitative measurement method to determine the quality of scientific publications. Unfortunately, the development of…
Digital preservation strategies for historical records in the age of AI and the metaverse
Ugonna Vivian AilakhuThis study aims to explore digital preservation strategies for historical records, focusing on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and the metaverse. It examines how…
Librarians as guardians of information quality: navigating the challenges of misinformation and disinformation
Akinade Adebowale Adewojo, Adedoyin Oluwatosin Esan, Abdulmalik Oyindamola AleemThis study aims to explore the pivotal role of libraries in combating misinformation and disinformation in the contemporary information landscape, emphasizing their significance…
Transforming Wikipedia text into audio through machine learning
Sukumar MandalThe purpose of this study is to navigate the process of transforming Wikipedia articles into audio files for library readers. The system provides a feasible manner of listening to…
Enhancing access to missionary archives: the role of digital libraries and online repositories
Subhash Abel Kalarikkal, G. Thamilvanan, Bincy Baburaj KaluvillaThe purpose of the paper is to explore how digital libraries and online repositories enhance access to missionary archives. It investigates how the digitalization of missionary…
Ethical perspectives on metaverse technologies for libraries
A. Subaveerapandiyan, Sujin Butdisuwan, Bairaboina Lachaiah, Abid Fakhre Alam, Aravind R. NairThis paper aims to explore the ethical perspectives surrounding adopting metaverse technologies in libraries. It focuses on critical areas such as privacy, security, intellectual…
The psychological impact of mobile phone loss and compromised personal information on depression and information access anxiety
Oluwole Olumide DurodoluThis paper argues that the psychological impact of mobile phone loss and compromised personal information necessitates a comprehensive approach to mental health and data security…
Beginning of a new era: leveraging digital twin technology in the preservation of indigenous knowledge systems in the disruptive era
Emmanuel Adefila, Bolaji David Oladokun, Akinade Adebowale AdewojoThis paper aims to explore digital twin technology in the preservation of indigenous knowledge system. It examines the benefits, challenges and future directions on leveraging…
AI in automating library cataloging and classification
Md. Rifat MahmudThis paper aims to explore the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in automating library cataloging and classification processes, exploring current applications, challenges and…
APIs and SIPs for library and information services
Partha Sarathi Mandal, Sukumar MandalThe purpose of this study is to investigate a practical strategy for integrating application programming interfaces (APIs) and standard interchange protocols (SIPs) within library…
Sentient libraries: empowering user expeditions with emotional artificial intelligence
Raghavendra B. BonalThe study aims to forecast emotional artificial intelligence’s (EAI) trajectory in libraries, provide actionable implementation recommendations and outline potential research…
Integrating social media technology for the awareness of ancient manuscript preservation
Yeni Budi RachmanThis paper aims to explore opportunities for using social media technology to support the awareness in the digital environment of ancient manuscript preservation, as well as to…
Ethical artificial intelligence (AI): confronting bias and discrimination in the library and information industry
Hamid Reza SaeidniaThe purpose of this study is to raise awareness about the ethical implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in the library and information industry, specifically focusing on…
Cited by: automating citation counts for monographs using Google Scholar
Daniel Coughlin, Andrew Dudash, Jacob GordonThe purpose of this paper is to investigate the feasibility of automating Google Scholar searching to harvest citation data of monographs for collection analysis.
Enhancing virtual instruction: leveraging AI applications for success
Nove E. Variant Anna, Rayhan Musa Novian, Noraini IsmailThis paper aims to describe several artificial intelligence (AI)-based applications that librarians can use to serve and design virtual library instruction, so it will be more…
Metaverse decline, growth in online videos increases: implications to libraries
Bolaji David Oladokun, Oluwole Olumide Durodolu, Adeyinka Tella, Yusuf Ayodeji Ajani, Abayomi Kehinde OwolabiThis paper aims to explore the decline of the metaverse and the concurrent growth of online videos, examining their implications for libraries. It analyzes factors contributing to…
Social media, academic libraries and their cultural functions
Yeni Budi RachmanThe purpose of this paper is to examine how social media can be an effective tool for academic libraries to support their communities in the digital environment and relay…
Drones and special libraries in the fifth industrial revolution
Akinade Adebowale Adewojo, Aderinola Ololade Dunmade, Adetola Adebisi AkanbiemuThis study aims to explore the potential use of drones in special library services, aiming to enhance accessibility, services and reliability. It examines how drones can provide…
Welcome to the Gemini era: Google DeepMind and the information industry
Hamid Reza SaeidniaThe purpose of this paper is to examine the motivation behind Google’s development of Gemini and its potential impact on the information industry.
Conversational assistants in academic libraries: enhancing reference services through Bing Chat
Adebowale Jeremy AdetayoThis research aims to explore the integration of Bing Chat, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered conversational assistant, into academic libraries and its potential impact on…
Reviving tradition: exploring traditional Dakon game apps for library users
Prasetyo Adi Nugroho, Nove E. Variant Anna, Piyapat JarusawatThis paper aims to investigate the implementation of the traditional Indonesian Dakon game Apps at UNAIR library called Dakon UNAIR Arena (DUNA).
AI Open research Plagiarism Dupli Checker, Scribbr Plagiarism Checker, Quetext, Small SEO Tools Plagiarism Checker Web Technology: comparative study
Dheeraj Singh Negi, Praveen Kumar PandeyThis paper mainly aims to explore the AI Open research Plagiarism Dupli Checker, Scribbr Plagiarism Checker, Quetext and Small SEO Tools Plagiarism Checker and provides a…
Impact of big data on library services: prospect and challenges
Abid Hussain, Ramsha ShahidThis paper aims to highlight the impact of big data on library services. This study highlights the required skills of librarians and the application of big data analytics.
Citation Gecko technology for research and entrepreneurship
Varun GuptaThis study aims to investigate how Citation Gecko technology might help libraries provide better research support services. The paper explains specifically how Citation Gecko can…
Application of blockchain technology in libraries and information centers services
Sanjay Kumar JhaAs information providers, libraries select, acquire, process, store, preserve and distribute information resources to customers. Innovative technologies like the blockchain have…
Revitalizing reference services and fostering information literacy: Google Bard’s dynamic role in contemporary libraries
Adebowale Jeremy Adetayo, Wosilat Omolara OyeniyiThis paper aims to explore the transformative potential of Google Bard, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered chatbot, in reshaping contemporary library reference services and…
Learning and programming challenges of React.js open-source framework
Muhammad Hasnain, Sami UllahThis paper aims to examine the role of Open Artificial Intelligence application (ChatGPT) to identify challenges faced by developers working on React.js libraries.
WhatsApp application for teaching and learning in higher education institutions
Rexwhite Tega Enakrire, Fasae Joseph KehindeThe purpose of this study is to investigate WhatsApp application for teaching and learning in higher education institutions (HEIs). The consideration for the use of the WhatsApp…
Repurposed collection marketing and visibility: using LibGuide gallery boxes as virtual library bookshelves
Dina Mokgadi Mashiyane, Tebogo Agnes MakhurupetsiThis paper aims to provide a reflection on innovating and repurposing collection development and marketing strategy, particularly for eBooks in libraries.
Implications of social media technologies (SMTs) to library services
Solomon Olusegun Oyetola, Nurudeen Adeniyi Aderibigbe, Bolaji David OladokunAcademic libraries may become obsolete in the twenty-first century unless they begin to harness new technology and improve information and service delivery. This paper aims to…
Benefits and drawbacks of OpenVPN in accessing Osiris in academic libraries
Prasetyo Adi Nugroho, Nove E. Variant Anna, Parveen BabbarThe aim of this study is to investigate the benefits and weaknesses of OpenVPN to access Osiris.
Redesigning library websites using the MDA framework
Hamid Reza Saeidnia, Marcin Kozak, Bakthavachalam Elango, Hamid KeshavarzThe purpose of this article is to examine the structure and determine the MDA framework for use in the development and design of library websites. The topic of innovation in…
Access to full-text documents in libraries via Sci-Hub: a blessing in disguise to library users
Yusuf Ayodeji Ajani, Adeyinka Tella, Samuel OkereThe main purpose of this paper is to explore access to full-text documents in libraries through Sci-Hub and consider whether it is a blessing in disguise to library users.
Global challenge and opportunities for libraries and big data
Bolaji David Oladokun, Modupe Aduke Aboyade, Wahab Akanmu AboyadeThis study aims to find out the role of big data in the field of library and information science by considering the opportunities and challenges.
Implementing digital storytelling to enhance library engagement: an experience
Hirak Jyoti HazarikaThe purpose of this study is to provide a dynamic international platform for researchers, academicians, and industry professionals to share advancements in intelligent systems and…
Enhancing the preservation and accessibility of missionary archives in Malabar through artificial intelligence and machine learning
Subhash Abel Kalarikkal, Thamilvanan G.This study aims to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) can enhance digitization and record preservation, particularly the records of missionaries in…
Cybersecurity behavior in the metaverse: opportunities, challenges and future trends for libraries
Bolaji David Oladokun, Rexwhite Tega Enakrire, Ejiro Sandra Ukubeyinje, Diseiye Oyighan, Oluchi Cecilia Okeke, Yusuf Ayodeji AjaniThis study explores cybersecurity behavior in the metaverse, focusing on the opportunities, challenges and future trends for libraries. This study aims to assess the evolving…
Microsoft Copilot and Anthropic Claude AI in education and library service
Adebowale Jeremy Adetayo, Mariam Oyinda Aborisade, Basheer Abiodun SanniThis study aims to explore the collaborative potential of Microsoft Copilot and Anthropic Claude AI as an assistive technology in education and library services. The research…
From text to video with AI: the rise and potential of Sora in education and libraries
Adebowale Jeremy Adetayo, Augustine I. Enamudu, Folashade Munirat Lawal, Abiodun Olusegun OdunewuThis study investigates the transformative role of Sora in education and libraries. This study aims to explore Sora’s capabilities and potential implications for enhancing…
Reimagining learning through AI art: the promise of DALL-E and MidJourney for education and libraries
Adebowale Jeremy AdetayoThis paper aims to explore the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) image generators, specifically MidJourney and DALL-E, on education and library services. The study…
Selective dissemination of information (SDI) in the age of artificial intelligence (AI)
Hooman Soleymani, Hamid Reza Saeidnia, Marcel Ausloos, Mohammad HassanzadehIn this study, the authors seek to introduce ways that show that in the age of artificial intelligence (AI), selective dissemination of information (SDI) performance can be…
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