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Fwd: EIFL Webinar Series on OJS for managing scholarly journals
by Shamprasad Pujar 22 May '25

22 May '25

FYI ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: LIBLICENSE <liblicense(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, May 22, 2025 at 9:21 AM Subject: EIFL Webinar Series on OJS for managing scholarly journals To: <LIBLICENSE-L(a)listserv.crl.edu> From: Ann Okerson <aokerson(a)gmail.com> Date: Wed, May 21, 2025 at 10:17 AM *EIFL organizes a series of webinars on best practices for using Open Journal Systems (OJS) free and open source software for managing and publishing scholarly journals* Posted: May 14, 2025 EIFL has launched a series of webinars that share firsthand experiences, use cases and practical examples of using Open Journal Systems (OJS) free and open source software for managing and publishing scholarly journals. Developed by the Public Knowledge Project (PKP) <https://pkp.sfu.ca/about/>, OJS has become the most widely-used software for publishing scholarly journals. Recently, there have been many new technical developments that improve the efficiency, speed and responsiveness of OJS, and EIFL has received numerous requests from our partner countries for training. This series of EIFL webinars, designed and organized by the EIFL Open Access Programme <https://www.eifl.net/programmes/open-access-programme>, aims to meet these needs and improve experiences of using OJS. See details here: https://www.eifl.net/news/eifl-webinar-series-best-practices-using-ojs

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Information Resources -- 250521 & Forthcoming Events.
by Mohan Hr 22 May '25

22 May '25

Information Resources -- 250521 =========================== ⏹️Information Resources Access the following 25 resources at https://lnkd.in/gh7xG9TS 🔸Reframing Information: From “Information as Thing” to “Everything as Document” to the Identity of iSchools. 🔸10 key pillars of system design 🔸Report -- The State of AI Talent 2025 🔸Top 15 AI Agent Builders in 2025 🔸Tech Stack to Master AI 🔸AI Audit Checklist 🔸Report: AI & Digital Transformation -- Competencies for Civil Services 🔸Report: Trust, Attitudes and Use of Artificial Intelligence 🔸Report: AI 2027 -- A Guide to AGI and Supeintelligece 🔸eBook: AI Value Creators -- Beyond the GenAI User Mindset 🔸eBook: The Adoption of AI in Firms -- New evidence for policymaking 🔸eBook: Understanding Artificial Intelligence 🔸eBook: Modern Generative AI with ChatGPT and OpenAI Models: Leverage the capabilities of OpenAI's LLM for productivity and innovation with GPT3 and GPT4 🔸eBook: Machine Learning 🔸eBook: Think Stats --How to Master Data Analysis for Business 🔸eBook: AI Art -- Machine Visions and Warped Dreams 🔸eBook: An introduction to Data Science 🔸eBook: Think Python 🔸16 TED talks that will change your life and mindset 🔸Top Websites to Grow in Career 🔸190+ Python MCQ Interview Questions and Answers 🔸How to use ChatGPT for business success 🔸A Founder's Guide to Seed Fundraising 🔸How to get the most out of attending conferences 🔸Your social media a/cs, digital pics, data. Decide in advance who inherits your digital assets? ⏹️HRM-CSE/IT Information Resources WhatsApp Groups -- How to join them ⏹️Infoquiz -- 250521 ⏹️Answers to Infoquiz -- 250511 Access the above 25 resources at https://lnkd.in/gh7xG9TS ⏹️Forthcoming Events 🔸28th May 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. IEEE CAS, IEEE CS Madras, CSI Chennai & ACM Chennai webinar on "Trends in Semiconductor Industry" by Mr. Venkat Krishnan, Consultant, Investor, Ex-Director Infineon, Synopsys, USA. Register at: https://bit.ly/web-250528-trends-semiconductor 🔸11th Jun 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. CSI Chennai, IEEE CS Madras & ACM Chennai webinar on "Exploring the Efficacy and Applications of Small Language Models" by Dr. Sridhar Dasaratha, Head of AI Research at Client Technology and Dr. Karmvir Singh Phogat , Senior AI Researcher at Client Technology of EY Global Delivery Services, Bangalore. Register at: https://bit.ly/web-250611-slms 🔸25th Jun 2025 at 6.30 pm IST. IEEE CS Madras, CSI Chennai & ACM Chennai webinar on "Study in the USA: A Step-by-Step Guide to Applying to U.S. Universities" by Ms. Shanthi Mohan, EducationUSA Adviser, United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF), Chennai. Register at: https://bit.ly/web-250625-study-in-usa 🔸Call for Papers & Registration: ICBAI-2025: International Conference on "Business Analytics and Intelligence" at MKU Madurai during 15-17 Dec 2025. Last date to receive abstracts: 15th Jul 2025. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/hr-mohan_icbai-2025-the-13th-annual-internat… ⏹️Information Resources -- Archives 🔸IR-250521 -- https://lnkd.in/gh7xG9TS 🔸IR-250511 -- https://lnkd.in/gdpkhgCr 🔸IR-250311 -- https://lnkd.in/eWWhVjM7 🔸IR-250301 -- https://lnkd.in/gEx4H2h2 🔸IR-250211 -- https://lnkd.in/gaftAAxp 🔸IR-250201 -- https://lnkd.in/gJzMdf79 🔸IR-250121 -- https://lnkd.in/gV9n2r-M 🔸IR-250111 -- https://lnkd.in/gAKVQVAs 🔸IR-250101 -- https://lnkd.in/gwrjxK7a 🔸IR-241223 -- https://lnkd.in/g4p5xVaG 🔸IR-241210 -- https://lnkd.in/gBvbY4gU

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New InfoFire Episode | Michael Buckland: Reframing Information and Rethinking iSchools
by Shalini Urs 22 May '25

22 May '25

Dear Friends and Colleagues, I’m delighted to share the latest episode of *InfoFire*, featuring a thought-provoking conversation with Professor Michael Buckland from the School of Information, University of California, Berkeley. *Episode Title:* *“Reframing Information: From Information as Thing to Everything as Document to the Identity of iSchools — Conversations with Michael Buckland”* I’m sharing this here because I believe Michael Buckland offers a particularly insightful perspective on the evolution and future directions of the field of Library and Information Science (LIS). *Here is the link: * https://informationmatters.org/2025/05/reframing-information-from-informati… This episode explores Professor Buckland’s personal and intellectual journey, tracing key milestones that shaped his influential thinking. We discuss several of his landmark works, including *Library Services in Theory and Context* (1983), *Information and Information Systems* (1991), *Emanuel Goldberg and the Knowledge Machine* (2006), and *Ideology and Libraries* (2020). We begin with his seminal essay *“Information as Thing”* (1991), which distinguishes information as process, knowledge, and object—challenging the ambiguity of the term. Buckland discusses how his document-centric perspective, shaped by Suzanne Briet and Paul Otlet, broadens the definition of “document” to include everything from museum artifacts to digital files. Most importantly he reverses the gaze from Information-Centric to Document-Centric Thinking. He reimagines information retrieval as delivering a “pincushion” of relevant documents, emphasizing context over precision. We also explore his historical recovery of pioneers like Emanuel Goldberg, whose early work prefigured modern IR systems. A key thread is the evolution of the iSchools movement. From the 1973 Wheeler Report to his role in shaping Berkeley’s program, Buckland sees iSchools as interdisciplinary hubs bridging theory and practice—provided they avoid narrow professional silos. Throughout, Buckland urges methodological openness and sees libraries as ideological agents with power to shape public knowledge. His rich insights offer a compelling framework for uniting libraries, archives, and museums under a dynamic, inclusive vision of information science. I trust you will find as much value in reading/listening to this episode as I did in conducting the conversation and preparing this write-up. Warm regards, Shalini Urs Host, *InfoFire* Associate Editor, *Information Matters*

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CABI author workshops: how to get published – June 2025
by Maria Campbell 21 May '25

21 May '25

*With apologies for cross-posting* Dear colleagues, We are pleased to announce two free author workshops taking place in June 2025. If you (or colleagues) are interested in publishing your work, join CABI's Publishers to find out more about the processes involved and their tips for successful publication. Including journals, books, datasheets, and case studies. There will also be a Q&A. Details - Free workshops - Thursday, 5 June 2025 at 09:00 AM BST - Repeated on Thursday, 12 June 2025 at 03:00 PM BST - Duration 1 hour 30 minutes Registration Register for the morning session on 5 June: https://cabi.zoom.us/webinar/register/7217470562322/WN_ktXx5KyFTPinifQihRDt… Register for the afternoon session on 12 June: https://cabi.zoom.us/webinar/register/3017470604845/WN_hL30litDRHSjf7mA9t4f… Please share this opportunity with your colleagues and friends. The content is the same in both webinars (register for one session only). The webinars are recorded and available on demand, so feel free to register even if you can’t attend the live session. Thank you for your attention. Maria Campbell Marketing Manager, CABI cabi.org - cabidigitallibrary.org P Think Green - don't print this email unless you really need to ************************************************************************ The information contained in this e-mail and any files transmitted with it is confidential and is for the exclusive use of the intended recipient. If you are not the intended recipient please note that any distribution, copying or use of this communication or the information in it is prohibited. Whilst CAB International trading as CABI takes steps to prevent the transmission of viruses via e-mail, we cannot guarantee that any e-mail or attachment is free from computer viruses and you are strongly advised to undertake your own anti-virus precautions. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us by e-mail at helpdesk(a)cabi.org or by telephone on +44 (0)1491 829199 and then delete the e-mail and any copies of it. CABI is an International Organization recognised by the UK Government under Statutory Instrument 1982 No. 1071... **************************************************************************

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Implementing Responsible Research Assessment in India
by madhan muthu 21 May '25

21 May '25

*Please circulate this message to the faculty, researchers and administrators of your university or institution. * Dear All: I hope this message finds you well. DORA warmly invites you to attend our upcoming event, *Implementing Responsible Research Assessment in India* which will take place *online via Zoom on June 06, 3pm IST. * We are honoured to have a distinguished panel with eminent scholars and policymakers Prof. K. VijayRaghavan, Prof. S. C. Lakhotia and Dr Michael Arentoft in a panel moderated by DORA Vice-Chair Dr Rebecca Lawrence and DORA Steering Committee Member Dr Moumita Koley. This session will explore the current state, challenges, and best practices in research assessment in India and worldwide, and we believe it may be of particular interest to you and your network. We welcome registrations online via this link: bit.ly/RRA-in-India We would be delighted if you could join us and share this invitation with colleagues who might be interested. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Warm regards, Giovanna (also on behalf of the DORA Chairs and event organizing team) *Dr Giovanna Lima (she/her)* DORA Program Manager -- Declaration on Research Assessment DORA sfdora.org *Get practical guidance with our Guide <https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15000683>* *Follow us on LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/declaration-on-research-assessment-dora/> and Bluesky <https://bsky.app/profile/dorassessment.bsky.social>* -- Madhan, M

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[FINAL CALL] CLSTL 2025 - Submission of Proposal/Abstract for Presentation/ Poster Deadline fast Approaching -20th May 2025
by TS Kumbar 19 May '25

19 May '25

Dear Professional Colleagues, Greetings from IIT Gandhinagar! This is a last reminder! The *proposal submission deadline for **Presentation* <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mm-event2.appspot.com/em_jgimiPDWzgIcTu8njd96…> * /**Poster* <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mm-event2.appspot.com/em_jgimiPDWzgIcTu8njd96…>* for the 3rd International Conference on ‘Changing Landscape of Science & Technology Libraries’ (**CLSTL 2025* <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mm-event2.appspot.com/em_jgimiPDWzgIcTu8njd96…> *)* is fast approaching. The *final date for submission is 20th May 2025*. As shared in our earlier invitation, CLSTL 2025 <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mm-event2.appspot.com/em_jgimiPDWzgIcTu8njd96…>—scheduled to be held from *September 25–27, 2025*, at IIT Gandhinagar —will explore the theme *“Enhancing Library Experiences with Artificial Intelligence.”* <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mm-event2.appspot.com/em_jgimiPDWzgIcTu8njd96…> The conference promises enriching sessions by eminent speakers <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mm-event2.appspot.com/em_jgimiPDWzgIcTu8njd96…> , expert-led workshops <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mm-event2.appspot.com/em_jgimiPDWzgIcTu8njd96…>, and meaningful networking opportunities with leading professionals from around the globe. We encourage you to submit your proposal/ abstract for Presentation/ Poster at the earliest. Detailed submission guidelines and links are available on the conference website. Connect with us at clstl(a)iitgn.ac.in if you have any questions. *Important Links* - *Conference Brochure:* Click Here <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mm-event2.appspot.com/em_jgimiPDWzgIcTu8njd96…> - *Registration:* Click Here <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mm-event2.appspot.com/em_jgimiPDWzgIcTu8njd96…> - *Proposal Submission:* Click Here <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mm-event2.appspot.com/em_jgimiPDWzgIcTu8njd96…> - *Pre Conference Workshops *Click here <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mm-event2.appspot.com/em_jgimiPDWzgIcTu8njd96…> * Important Dates* - Proposal/Abstract Submission Deadline: *20th May 2025* - Notification of Acceptance: *30th May 2025* - Final Poster/Presentation Submission: *31st July 2025* - Registration Deadline: *31st August 2025* We look forward to your valued contribution to this enriching and insightful conference, committed to shaping the future of libraries. Thanks & Regards Kumbar [image: 20.05.2025 (1).png] -- T. S. Kumbar, PhD Advisor (Library & Institute Archives) *Main Library, Block 13 * Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar Palaj, Gandhinagar 382 055*|* Gujarat | INDIA Tel: +91 79 2395 2431 Mob: 09825921864 Email: tskumbar(a)iitgn.ac.in | librarian(a)iitgn.ac.in Website: http://www.iitgn.ac.in Follow Us : <https://www.facebook.com/Library-IITGN-105636257877813/> <https://www.instagram.com/iitgn_library/> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/library-iitgn/> <https://in.pinterest.com/librarysocialmedia0715/> <https://twitter.com/LibraryIITGN> ----*-----------------------------------------------------------* *Changing Landscapes of Science & Technology Libraries (CLSTL 2025)* <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/> | *25-27 September 2025* | Enhancing Library Experiences with Artificial Intelligence

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Article Request
by Rajeev Sharma 17 May '25

17 May '25

Sir/Ma'am, I would appreciate it if you could provide a copy of the following article for reference, assuming it is available within your library's collection. *Title: Investigation of Ramjet Engine Real-time Simulator Modeling and Simulating* *Paper number* IAC-13,C4,P,66.p1,x18507 *Authors*: Mr. Junlong Liang, Northwestern Polytechnical University, China; Mr. Zhang Guitian, China; Dr. Baoyuan Wu, China *Year: *2013 *Conference*: 64th International Astronautical Congress 2013 (IAC 2013) URL: https://iafastro.directory/iac/archive/browse/IAC-13/C4/P/18507/ Warm regards Rajeev Sharma DRDL, Hyderabad

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The 14th International CALIBER 2025: Call for Paper Submission, Registration, and Participation - regd.
by Pallab Pradhan 16 May '25

16 May '25

[image: Logo] *CALIBER 2025: Call for Paper Submission, Registration, and Participation!* Come and be a part of the 14th International CALIBER 2025 (*Convention on Automation of Libraries in Education and Research Institutions*)—a premier convergence of minds discussing the role of Libraries as Digital Knowledge Creators, Innovation Hubs and in Democratizing Knowledge! The CALIBER convention provides a unique forum for the library and information professionals, students/researchers, teachers and academicians, IT and knowledge professionals, policymakers, and consultants involved in the automation and networking of libraries and information providers to come together and interact on subjects of mutual interest. 📅 November 17-19, 2025 📍 Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, INDIA 🎯 Organized by the INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar, in collaboration with Sri Venkateswara University (SVU), Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh *Conference Theme:* “Library 2047: Democratizing Knowledge towards Viksit Bharat” *Sub-themes:* · Digital Knowledge Creation and Infrastructure · Libraries as Enablers of Social Equity and SDGs · Libraries as E-resource Gateways and Innovation Hubs *Important Dates:* · Submission Deadline: 30th May 2025 · Author Notification: 30th August 2025 · Registration Deadline: 15th September 2025 · Convention Date: 17th – 19th November 2025 *Why attend CALIBER 2025?* · Connect with national and international library thought leaders, speakers, and academia. · Learn from and share with experts, and · Grow your professional network. Submit your original research papers, case studies, and technical reports on the above themes/sub-themes and related areas. Papers must be submitted as per the “Guidelines for Paper Submission” available at https://caliber.inflibnet.ac.in/author-guidelines.php. We look forward to your valuable contributions, active registration, and participation in CALIBER 2025. For more details on CALIBER 2025, kindly go through https://caliber.inflibnet.ac.in/. Should you have any queries, please contact us at caliber25(a)inflibnet.ac.in or +91-70-2326-8325/8251. Best Regards, *Organising Committee* *CALIBER2025* --- With Thanks & Regards, *Pallab Pradhan* Scientist-C (LS) INFLIBNET Centre (An Inter-University Centre of UGC) Infocity, Gandhinagar - 382007, Gujarat, INDIA. Website: www.inflibnet.ac.in Office: +91-79-2326-8251 <pallab(a)inflibnet.ac.in>

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Fwd: Royal Society Webinar Invitation for 29th May at 3:00 PM IST – Register soon!
by Apurba J Majumder 16 May '25

16 May '25

---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Chandrima Roy <Chandrima.Roy(a)kwglobal.com> Date: Fri, 16 May 2025 at 10:50 Subject: Royal Society Webinar Invitation for 29th May at 3:00 PM IST – Register soon! To: Chandrima Roy <Chandrima.Roy(a)kwglobal.com> Dear Sir, Greetings from *KGL Accucoms*! We are pleased to invite you to attend an upcoming webinar hosted by *The Royal Society Publishing team* in collaboration with *KGL Accucoms.* This informative session will explore the Royal Society's journals, offering insights into their history, publishing scope, and submission process. You'll also hear directly from our team and academic editors on the following topics: - The history of the Royal Society journals – 360 years of legacy - Exciting work published across various scientific fields - Royal Society core publishing values and tips for successful submissions - Firsthand experiences from academic editors working with us *There will also be a live Q&A session* where you can engage directly with the speakers. *Speakers:* - *Dr. Sophie Ferguson* – Author Engagement Officer, The Royal Society - *Shalene Singh-Shepherd* – Senior Publishing Editor, *Proceedings of the Royal Society B*, The Royal Society - *Dr. Jahnavi Joshi* – Senior Scientist, CSIR - Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology, Hyderabad; Associate Editor at *Proceedings of the Royal Society B* We look forward to your participation in this engaging and informative event. *Please confirm your attendance at your earliest convenience and circulate the information among the members and network so they can register and take benefit.* For registration follow the link below: *Discover the Royal Society journals Tickets, Thu, May 29, 2025 at 3:00 PM (IST)| Eventbrite <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/discover-the-royal-society-journals-tickets-13…..>* Upon registration, please do not forget to click on “Add to Calendar” option from the confirmation email received from EventBrite. Look forward to your active participation. Many thanks Chandrima Roy, Marketing Manager APAC, KGL Accucoms India | chandrima.roy(a)kwglobal.com |+91 99115 55451 www.accucoms.com | www.kwglobal.com <https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.kwglobal.com&c=E,1,…> Follow us on LinkedIn: *https://www.linkedin.com/company/accucoms-asia <https://www.linkedin.com/company/accucoms-asia>* Facebook: *https://www.facebook.com/accucomsasia <https://www.facebook.com/accucomsasia>* -- Thanks & Regards, ****************************** Apurba Jyoti Majumder Librarian Dr S K Bhuyan Library Cotton University, Guwahati-1 M: 9435268733 (whatsapp) We care for tomorrow: Go Green, Save a tree...please do not print this e-mail unless you really need.

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📢 Announcement: One Month Online Internship - LIS Students📚
by Librarian Guide 16 May '25

16 May '25

Dear Learners, We are delighted to announce an exclusive One Month Online Internship - LIS Students by Librarian Guide Educational Academy (LGEA). This comprehensive training program is designed to equip the students with in-depth knowledge and practical skills to master the various aspects of library management with technologies for libraries to disseminate information. * Training Details:* 📆 Dates : June 16 - July 16, 2025 ⏰ Time: 08:00 am - 09:30 pm 💻 Platform: Online (Link to be provided upon registration) Key Topics Covered: During these sessions, we will cover the following topics: *Week 1: Essential Skills for Library Professionals – June 16-20, 2025* 1. Digital Library Tools & Software (Koha, DSpace, etc.) 2. Library Automation and RFID Technology 3. Cataloguing: Metadata Standards and Cataloguing (MARC21, Dublin Core) 4. Circulation – Patron Management *Week 2: Essential Skills for Library Professionals – June 23-27, 2025* 1. Acquisition: Books, Print Periodicals & E-Resources 2. Library Management, Generating Orders & Reports 3. Online Public Access Catalog 4. Attending Interview – How to prepare? *Week 3: Research Support & Tools – June 30 – July 04, 2025* 1. Plagiarism Detection Tools (Turnitin, etc.) 2. Reference Management Tools (Zotero, Mendeley) 3. Supporting Research and Scholarly Communication 4. Research Metrics: h-index, Impact Factor, Altmetrics *Week 4: Emerging Trends & Innovations – July 07 – 11, 2025* 1. Artificial Intelligence for Research 2. Google Site for Development of Library Website 3. Google Tools for Library and Its Users 4. Mobile Apps and Virtual Reference Services *Week 5: Assignments – July 14 – 16, 2025* · Assignment – 1 · Assignment – 2 · Assignment – 3 Ø Minimum 60% score is compulsory to receive the certificate. Ø Certificate to be issued after passing the assignments. ** Registration:** Secure your spot today by registering: 🎟 *Registration *Fee: Rs. 750 🚨 Hurry! Total seats are limited only, and we regretfully cannot increase capacity. *Requirements:* Participants are kindly requested to have a personal computer with a stable internet connection to ensure a seamless learning experience during the training program. *Registration Link:* https://forms.gle/vCEHwPNSxraEsgSv9 Thank you for your enthusiastic response in advance, and we look forward to welcoming you to this enriching training program. *Fore more details, you may visit www.librarianguide.org <http://www.librarianguide.org> * or join WhatsApp Group via the link mentioned below: https://chat.whatsapp.com/I4YiSOUn91y5ED58nZ2pHQ Best regards, Pragya Tripathi Librarian Guide ********************************* *Pragya Tripathi* *Librarian Guide* ********************************* *www.youtube.com/c/librarianguide <http://www.youtube.com/c/librarianguide>* *www.librarianguide.org <http://www.librarianguide.org>* *********************************

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