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Opportunities for library interns at Central Library, IIT Bombay
by Bhagwan Nagapure 05 Aug '24

05 Aug '24

Dear Professionals, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, an Institute of national importance adjudged as the Institute of Eminence, invites applications for Library Internships. Click the below link for more details. https://www.library.iitb.ac.in/wp-content/internship/internship-2023/IIT%20… *With Warm Regards,* *Bhagwan Krishnaji Nagapure (Ph.D., UGC-NET)* *Central Library, IIT Bombay* *022 25768925* *www.library.iitb.ac.in <http://www.library.iitb.ac.in/>* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation to participate in the 2021 Library Automation Perceptions survey
by Marshall Breeding 05 Nov '23

05 Nov '23

The 2021 International Library Automation Perceptions survey conducted through Library Technology Guides is now underway. This survey, conducted annually since 2007, provides an important opportunity for libraries to register their perceptions of the strategic automation products they use, organizations that provide these products, and the quality of support delivered. The survey also probes at considerations for migrating to new systems and the level of interest in open source products. While the numeric rating scales support the statistical results of the study, the narrative comments provide even more interesting insight into the current state of library automation satisfaction. Comments will be published in the survey results, though redacted to conceal any text that might identify the individual or organization responding. Please help your fellow libraries who might be in the process of evaluating library automation options by responding to the survey. Any information regarding vendor performance and product quality can be helpful when making strategic decisions regarding automation alternatives. A large number of responses strengthen the impact of the survey and the subsequent report. This survey also provides constructive criticism to the vendors involved to help them address any prevailing issues or concerns. If you have responded in previous years, please respond again this year to help identify any trends regarding improvement or worsening of the products or support services. For more information about the survey, for instructions on how to participate, and to see results of previous year's survey reports, see: https://librarytechnology.org/perceptions/2021/invite/ The results from last year's survey, including data from all previous editions, is here: https://librarytechnology.org/perceptions/2020 I hope that we can receive a large number of responses from libraries in India this year. The survey covers open source products as well as those from commercial vendors. Please let me know if there are any questions regarding the survey. -marshall Marshall Breeding marshall.breeding(a)librarytechnology.org<mailto:marshall.breeding@librarytechnology.org> www.librarytechnology.org/<http://www.librarytechnology.org/> twitter.com/mbreeding http://www.linkedin.com/in/breeding http://scholar.google.com/citations?user=NnvfJ5cAAAAJ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Call for Papers: 39th IATLIS National Conference at University of Kashmir
by Khushpreet Singh Brar 30 Sep '23

30 Sep '23

*XXXIX IATLIS National Conference* *16 – 17 November 2023* *On the theme* *“**Restructuring LIS education in India in tune with the NEP 2020**”* Jointly organised by *Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS); &* *Department of Library and Information Science, **University of Kashmir * *About the IATLIS* The Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS) is a professional association of more than 600 teachers and professionals in Library and Information Science in India. Since its inception in 1969, IATLIS has been active in taking up several issues of LIS Education in India especially relating to the development of curriculum, teaching methods, infrastructure, teacher training, etc. It actively works for the promotion of the professional interests of LIS teachers. As part of its activities, it conducts national seminars and webinars, workshops, and training programmes. It publishes conference proceedings and also an electronic journal “IATLIS Journal of Library Education and Research”. For more details about the association, kindly go to www.iatlis.org *About the University* The University of Jammu and Kashmir was founded in the year 1948. In the year 1969 it was bifurcated into two full-fledged Universities: University of Kashmir at Srinagar and University of Jammu at Jammu. The University of Kashmir is situated at Hazratbal in Srinagar. It is flanked by the world famous Dal Lake on its eastern side and Nigeen Lake on the western side. The Main Campus of the University spread over 247 acres of land is divided into three parts – Hazratbal Campus, Naseem Bagh Campus and Mirza Bagh Campus (serving residential purpose). Additional land has been acquired at Zakura near the main campus for further expansion of the University. The tranquil ambience of the Campus provides the right kind of atmosphere for serious study and research. Over the Years University of Kashmir has expanded substantially. It has established Satellite Campuses at Anantnag (South Campus), Baramulla (North Campus) and at Kupwara, to make higher education more accessible to people living in remote areas of Kashmir valley. The University has also established a Sub-Office at Jammu to cater to the needs of the candidates enrolled with the University from outside Kashmir. The University is committed to provide an intellectually stimulating environment for productive learning to enhance the educational, economic, scientific, business and cultural environment of the region. The University offers programmes in all the major faculties. It has been constantly introducing innovative/ new programmes to cater to the needs and demands of the students and the society. Over the years, the University has marched towards excellence in its programmes and activities. It has been re-accredited as Grade-A+ University by the National Assessment & Accreditation Council (NAAC) of India. The university is ranked 53 by NIRF, and 56 by Q7 BRICS. This is recognition and reflection of the high standard of quality in teaching and research at the University of Kashmir. The University of Kashmir is eulogized for its exceptional contribution towards teaching, research, and service in nation building. It also provides equal opportunity for students from different streams at various levels of education. To meet the challenges in higher education, University has accepted from time to time the Semester system, Choice Based Credit System and now New Education Policy (NEP). https://www.uok.edu.in *About the Department* Established in 1970, the Department of library and Information Science went on to become an iconic institution in the field of information management . The department grooms future library leaders by following a judicious blend of theory and practice by using highly innovative teaching pedagogy. The Department endeavors to produce great thinkers and problem solvers, who go on to make this world a better place to live. http://lis.uok.edu.in/ *How to reach Srinagar* *By Air:* the nearest airport to reach Srinagar is Srinagar Airport (an international airport). This airport is well connected and airlines offer regular flights from Srinagar to Delhi, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Lucknow and Bangalore. The airport is located just few kilometers away from the center of the city. *By Rail:* To reach Srinagar by train, one has to reach Banihal railway station. From the Srinagar Railway station, you can hire Cabs / taxis to reach this center of the city / University of Kashmir. *By Road*: Srinagar is the capital of the Jammu and Kashmir UT. The city is well connected with major cities like Delhi, Chandigarh, Leh and Jammu. There is good Bus service and Cab service available. *About Srinagar City* The city has great attractions where people can visit during their stay in Kashmir. These include the Srinagar city that is located on the banks of the river Jehlum with several attractive places like the Dal lake, Nigeen lake, house boats, Mughal gardens (Nishat, Shalimar, Chasheme Shahi, Pari Mahal, Tulip garden, Botanical garden etc). All these places are accessible within 30 min drive from the University campus. *Call for Papers* Proposals are invited from IATLIS members, LIS teachers, researchers, practitioners, and students on the following theme and sub-themes of the conference. Those interested to submit their papers are required to submit a one-page (250 to 500 words) abstract as an MS-Word mail attachment, and latest by 15 October 2023 to *iatlisconference2023(a)gmail.com* <iatlisconference2023(a)gmail.com> *Last date for sending full papers/PPT is 31 October 2023.* *Theme of the Conference:* *Restructuring LIS **E**ducation in India in **T**une with the NEP 2020* Suggested sub-themes include, but are not limited to: - LIS Curricular Aspects - Teaching, Learning and Evaluation - Research, Innovation and Scholarly Communication - Infrastructure and Learning Resources - Graduation Attributes and Learning Outcomes - Internship and Community Linkages - Governance, Leadership and Management - Research and Publication Ethics - Connecting LIS Theory and Practice - Role of Technology and Pedagogy in LIS Education - SWAYAM and MOOCs - Academic Bank of Credits - Multiple Entry and Exit - Collaboration and Partnerships with Foreign Institutions - Online and ODL programmes - Pursuing Two Academic Programmes Simultaneously - Media and Information Literacy - Challenges, Issues and Opportunities for Libraries - Libraries as Promoters of NEP 2020 - Academic Excellence, Libraries and NEP 2020 These sub-themes are indicative only, and papers on other sub-themes related to the conference theme are also welcome. *REGISTRATION DETAILS* Indian Delegates: Sponsored Rs. 3000/- Non-Sponsored Rs. 2000/- Retired Professionals Rs. 1,500/- Accompanying Person Rs. 1,500/- Students/Researchers Rs. 1000/- Foreign Delegates: SAARC Countries $ 100 Other Countries $ 200 *REGISTRATION LINK* For registration click on the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQcxB7LInNsrOOKoLk0rOntCiiT0TC6T8… The registration fee covers conference kit, proceedings of the conference (upon post-publication), and working lunch, and session tea for the conference days. The registration fee does not include breakfast, dinner and accommodation. A limited accommodation is available in the university guest house/hostel. Accommodation and food (Breakfast and Dinner), if required, will be arranged at additional cost on first come first served basis. Papers presented at the conference will be published in the post-conference volume that would be sent to the registered delegates later on, as per the decision of the General Body. Delegates are requested to include registration fees for accompanying persons while forwarding their registration forms since it would not be possible to entertain last minute requests for accommodation. Accompanying persons shall not been titled for conference kits. Delegates are requested to intimate their travel plans in advance to avoid last minute inconvenience. The Demand Draft/ Multicity cheque for registration fee should be in favour of IATLIS payable at Patiala, and should be sent along with the duly filled in Registration Form latest by 10 November 2023. Delegates can also transfer the registration fee online in account no. 65048083922 of State Bank of India, Punjabi University, Patiala branch (IFSC Code: SBIN0050009). The account is in the name of Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS). In case of online transfer, the proof of transfer should be sent with the registration form. The participants who are paying the registration fee through Bank DD/Multicity Cheque need to send their Bank DD/Cheque with registration form to the General Secretary, IATLIS, Department of Library and Information Science, Panjab University, Chandigarh, 160014, Phone: 9815303000 latest by 10 November 2023. *Chief Patron* Prof. Nilofer Khan Vice-Chancellor, University of Kashmir *Patrons* *Prof.* *Jagtar Singh * Director, Collaborations and Partnerships, IATLIS, and Professor and Head, Department of Library and Information Science, Guru Kashi University, Talwandi Sabo, Punjab Email: jagtardeep(a)gmail.com *Prof. H.P.S. Kalra* President, IATLIS and Professor, Department of Library & Information Science Punjabi University, Patiala. Email: hpskalra9(a)gmail.com *Conference Coordinators * *Dr Shabir Ahmad Ganaie* Head, Department of Library & Information Science, University of Kashmir, Srinagar. Email: shabirku(a)gmail.com Mobile: 94190-40807 *Dr. Khushpreet Singh Brar* General Secretary, IATLIS and Assistant Professor, Department of Library & Information Science Panjab University, Chandigarh. Email: khushpreet.singh(a)gmail.com Mobile: 9815303000 *For further details, please contact: * *Prof. HPS Kalra, *President, IATLIS hpskalra9(a)gmail.com *Dr. Khushpreet Singh Brar, *Conference Coordinator and General Secretary, IATLIS khushpreet.singh(a)gmail.com *Dr Shabir Ahmad Ganaie**, *Conference Coordinator and Head, DLIS, University of Kashmir shabirku(a)gmail.com Regards Khushpreet -- Khushpreet Singh Brar Assistant Professor Department of Library and Information Science Arts Block-IV Panjab University, Sector-14 Chandigarh-160014 (India) Mobile: +919815303000 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Position of Assistant Librarian at Presidency University Bangalore - reg.
by Dr. Sheshadri K N - Chief Librarian 27 Sep '23

27 Sep '23

Dear Moderator Kindly forward this email to the LIS Forum. Dear LIS Professionals, Presidency University, Bangalore is inviting applications for the position of Assistant Librarian. We are looking for a young, dynamic, tech-savvy, highly motivated, and committed LIS professional with a Master's degree in Library & Information Science from a recognized Indian university with consistently good academic records. Essential Qualification: The candidate must have a regular MLISc degree or equivalent with First Class and excellent technical and communication skills. In addition, the candidate should have a Bachelor's degree with a minimum 60%. Experience: Five years - worked as a Library professional in any reputed Institution/ College/ University. Desired Knowledge: Handling KOHA – ILMS, DSpace, Electronic resources, proficient in MS Office (especially Excel), Important Date: The last date for sending the resume is on or before 19.02.2023. Interested candidates who meet the above-mentioned requirements may send their resume through E-mail to chieflibrarian(a)presidencyuniversity.in along with a scanned copy of all required documents. The shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview process. Thanks & Regards Dr. K N Sheshadri, Ph.D Chief Librarian Presidency University Itgalpur, Rajanakunte, Yelahanka Bangalore 560 064 Email: sheshadri.kn(a)presidencyuniversity.in<mailto:sheshadri.kn@presidencyuniversity.in> URL: www.presidencyuniversity.in<http://www.presidencyuniversity.in/> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IRAI -- 230901 -- Interesting Reads And Information & CSI, IEEE CS & ACM Events in Sep 2023
by Mohan Hr 31 Aug '23

31 Aug '23

*IRAI -- 230901 -- Interesting Reads And Information* Read the stories of IRAI -- 230901 at https://bit.ly/irai-230901 Four principles for writing energy and carbon-efficient software 10 Quantum Games That Can Help You Learn The Field Of Quantum Computing Major websites like Amazon and the New York Times are increasingly blocking OpenAI's web crawler GPTBot eBook: Ethics of Artificial Intelligence A New Take on Software Code Security: The Open Source Consumption Manifesto The 100 Basic Rules of Cryptography (and Secure Programming) C.R. Rao: A Life in Statistics How to effectively use LinkedIn 10 Big Ideas from the book BRIEF Twenty things I wish I’d known when I started my PhD *Quiz* Few years back ----------- (Elon Musk/Bill Gates) proposed the introduction of a robot tax. (Answer in the next post IRAI -- 230911) Answer to the Quiz in IRAI -- 230821: X *Past IRAI Posts* Stories in IRAI -- 230901: https://bit.ly/irai-230901 Stories in IRAI -- 230821: https://bit.ly/irai-230821 Stories in IRAI -- 230811: https://bit.ly/irai-230811 Stories in IRAI -- 230801: https://bit.ly/irai-230801 Earlier Posts of IRAI and Archives: https://lnkd.in/ewR3UdD *Forthcoming Events* 2nd Sep 2023 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar IEEE CS Madras, ACM Chennai & CSI Chennai cordially invite you to the webinar on Access Explosion on SaaS & Cloud by Mr. Manish Mradul, Director of Engineering, Paloalto Networks. Register at https://bit.ly/3KcHAZU Google Meeting Link: https://lnkd.in/gM6iakQ2 YouTube Live Streaming Link: https://lnkd.in/gxX87m5s 9th Sep 2023 at 6 pm IST. Webinar ACM Chennai, IEEE CS Madras, & CSI Chennai cordially invite you to the webinar on Knowledge Graph and Industrial Application by Mr. R. Dhakshinamoorthy , Managing Partner, Technology Advisory, IoT DE, TCS. Register at https://bit.ly/3QbTRS3 Events in Sep 2023: https://bit.ly/sep2023events

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Research Article
by Dr. Pradip Das 31 Aug '23

31 Aug '23

Dear professional friends, I shall highly appreciate it if you kindly arrange to help me by sending the pdf of the following article. One of our researchers is badly in need of that. Research Paper Title: Audio assisted EEG segmentation for training of imagined speech classification model. Author: Azizuddin Khan and Yash Vardhan Varshney from IIT Bombay Paper Link: https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/9698637 -- *Regards **……* _______________________________________________ * Dr. Pradip Das* *Ph. D., MBA (HR), M. Phil, M. L. I. Sc., B. L. I. Sc., B. Sc. (Chem)* *Director/University Librarian - Knowledge Resource Center, * *MIT Art, Design and Technology University,* *In Charge - Library, ** Institute of Design, * *Under MIT Art, Design and Technology University,* *Raj Baug, Next to Hadapsar,* *Loni-Kalbhor, Maharashtra – 412201. * *Phone : +91-20-67652342, Cell : 9420836138* *E-mail :pradipbhadreswardas@gmail.com <pradipbhadreswardas(a)gmail.com> Or Pradip_das_55(a)rediffmail.com <Pradip_das_55(a)rediffmail.com>* ****Blogger : http://pradip-dipra.blogspot.com <http://pradip-dipra.blogspot.com>* *Research Gate : http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Pradip_Das4 <http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Pradip_Das4>* *Skype ID : pradipbhadreswardas* *Twitter : @pradipbdas // https://twitter.com/pradipbdas <https://twitter.com/pradipbdas>* *FaceBook : https://www.facebook.com/pradip.das.142240 <https://www.facebook.com/pradip.das.142240>* *LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-pradip-das-a33b9142/ <https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-pradip-das-a33b9142/>* *Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/?hl=en <https://www.instagram.com/?hl=en>* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Looking for Open Access journals and books?
by Subbiah Arunachalam 30 Aug '23

30 Aug '23

OpenAccessOxford (@OAOxford) posted at 2:00 pm on Wed, Aug 30, 2023: If you're searching for #openaccess journals and books, we have a list of useful resources on our website - use services like @DOAJplus to find what you need: https://t.co/LHgME8tTax https://t.co/E6jMN1V45u ( https://twitter.com/OAOxford/status/1696802437137412587?t=5P9EcPAjpgK-_63Wx… ). *** Arun -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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G20 CSAR meet | Enabling universal access to scientific knowledge ‘a million-dollar question’, says Principal Scientific Adviser Ajay Kumar Sood | Ahmedabad News - The Indian Express
by Subbiah Arunachalam 30 Aug '23

30 Aug '23

Friends, Interested in knowing the current official thinking of India, one of the world's leading democracies and emerging S&T leaders? Here is an interview given by Prof. Ajay Sood, FRS, to a leading Indian newspaper. Prof. Sood is the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India. https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/ahmedabad/attempt-to-strike-deal-f… . Best regards. Arun

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Science & Technology Metrics 2023 @ UAE. November 16-17, 2023
by stm socio.org.uk 30 Aug '23

30 Aug '23

Call For Papers Fourth International Conference on Science & Technology Metrics (STMet 2023) November 16-17, 2023 BITS Pilani Dubai Campus. UAE (www.socio.org.uk/stm) Building metrics is the key to science and technology measurement and translating the measures to work better. The metric is not confined to drawing numbers and analyze. Selecting a metric depends on synthesising multiple directions and evidence-based data. Producing benchmarks and standards in science and technology evaluation and implementing them with real data mark the full-fledged system. Recently, new metrics-based models are emerging to reflect science and technology growth. The proposed Science and Technology Metrics (STMet 2023) conference concerns how many metrics may involve assessing different aspects of science and technology, which are best expressed using different approaches. Besides the standard conference track and the Doctoral Symposium, STMetrics will host several workshops and tutorials related to the conference's theme. The workshops provide participants with a friendly, interactive atmosphere for presenting novel ideas and discussing their application of metrics in Science and Technology Systems. The goal of the tutorials is to enable the participants to familiarise themselves with theoretical and practical aspects and the application of metrics. The proposed conference comprises invited talks, presentations, tutorials, workshops and discussions. The STMet has tracks on specialised topics. The STMet address the below themes, not limited. Citation-based metrics Ranking of Journals, Institutions, and Countries Discipline and Domain Analysis Economic factors Databases and datasets for evaluation Evaluation Tools and Indicators Web-based metrics Visibility and impact Scientific Knowledge Diffusion Internationalization and Co-working in Science Research Data Access Science, Innovation and Economic Performance Public Research Systems Future S & T Policies Text-based Metrics Innovation indicators Wearable Devices Open data National Evaluation Systems Open access and open publishing New indices for evaluation Altmetrics Web-based metrics Data Science and Digital Repositories Scientific Visualization e-Science in the Cloud Scientific Journalism Scientific Publications Evaluation beyond Metrics All submitted papers will be reviewed by a double-blind (at least three reviewers) and participative peer review. The review process will enable the selection process of those accepted for their presentation at the international conference. Authors of accepted papers who registered in the conference can access the evaluations and possible feedback provided by the reviewers who recommended the acceptance of their papers so they can improve the final version of their papers accordingly. Mentoring support is available to young researchers and authors from developing countries. Selected post-conference modified versions of the papers will be published in the following journals. 1. Journal of Digital Information Management 2. Research in Production and Development 3. International Journal of Computational Linguistics Research 4. Frontiers in Research Metrics and Analytics Important Dates Submission of papers September 25, 2023 Notification October 25, 2023 Camera-ready (post-conference version) January 05, 2024 (Final) Registration November 05, 2023 Post-conference version submission January 10, 2024 (Final) Conference Dates November 16-17, 2023 Program Committees Honorary Chair Srinivasan Madapusi, BITS Pilani, Dubai General Chair Grant Lewison, King’s College, UK Program Chairs Pit Pichappan, Digital Information Research Labs, India & UK Ramesh Kundra, NISTADS, India Valentina Markusova, All Russian Institute for S&T Information (VINITI), Russia Program Co-Chairs Amir Reza Asnafi, Shahid Beheshti University, Iran Kazuyuki, Motohashi, University of Tokyo, Japan Andrei Grinev, Saint-Petersburg State Polytechnic University, Russia Workshop and Special Session Chair Ulle Must, Estonian Research Council at Archimedes, Estonia Plenary Speakers Giovanni Abramo (President-International Society for Scientometrics and Informetrics), Grant Lewison, Ulle Must, Jean-Charles Lamirel, Valentina Markusova, and others. Accommodation We will fix hotels near the venue for the participants. We will update it shortly. Accommodation is also available at the host institution, including food. The fee for accommodation and food will be 150 UAE dirhams (40US$/3300 INR) per day. Paper Submission at https://socio.org.uk/stm/paper-submission/ Contact: stm(a)socio.org.uk -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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DRTC Student Seminar 01
by amit tiwari 29 Aug '23

29 Aug '23

Dear All, As in past years, DRTC students (MSLIS (2022-24)) would be delivering seminars on varied topics. The first seminar in the series is titled *"The Global Librarian: Bridging the Gaps of Cross-Cultural Communication*." The presenter is Ms. Heizile Haining. The additional information and abstract are as follows: *DRTC Student Seminar: 01* *Title: The Global Librarian: Bridging the Gaps of Cross-Cultural Communication* *Abstract:* In an increasingly globalized world, effective cross-cultural communication has become an indispensable skill. This seminar delves into the role of librarians as vital agents in bridging the gaps in cross-cultural communication. With diverse communities interacting both physically and virtually, librarians are evolving beyond their traditional roles, transforming into global connectors and facilitators of cultural exchange. This seminar explores the multifaceted responsibilities and challenges faced by modern librarians as they navigate the intricate landscape of global information dissemination.One of the focal points of the seminar is the exploration of strategies and tools that can be employed by Global Librarians to enhance cross-cultural communication."The Global Librarian: Bridging the Gaps of Cross-Cultural Communication" offers a comprehensive exploration of the evolving role of librarians in a globalized world. By acting as facilitators of cross-cultural understanding, librarians are breaking down barriers, fostering empathy, and creating spaces for meaningful interactions among diverse individuals. This seminar invites participants to recognize the potential of libraries and librarians in shaping a more harmonious and connected global community. *Co-ordinator:* Dr. Biswanath Dutta. *Speaker:* Heizile Haining *Venue:* DRTC Class Room, (Room No-G-16), Documentation Research & Training Centre (DRTC), Indian Statistical Institute, 8th Mile, Mysore Road, RVCE Post, Bangalore, 560059 *Date*: 31.08.2023 (Thursday) *Time*: 14:00 hrs *All are cordially invited.* Thanks and Regards, Amit Tiwari Senior Research Fellow, DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute, Bengaluru, India, 560059 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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