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#38: Interview with Imma Subirats of UN's FAO on open access initiatives and practices at FAO
by Santosh C. H. 29 Apr '26

29 Apr '26

Dear Sir/ Madam, Greetings! Happy to share the 38th interview post on 'Open Interview'. In this interview, Imma Subirats highlights the growing importance of open science and the leading role of the FAO in advancing it through initiatives like FAO AGRIS, FAOSTAT, and its Knowledge Repository. She emphasizes the impact of Creative Commons licensing in enhancing data reuse, particularly in the Global South, and discusses efforts toward multilingual access, interoperability, and capacity development via the FAO eLearning Academy. Drawing on her work with the AGROVOC Multilingual Thesaurus and the Research Data Alliance, she also addresses ethical and governance considerations for AI use of open data, while encouraging greater engagement of LIS professionals in FAO’s open knowledge initiatives. -- Imma Subirats is a Senior Knowledge and Information Management Officer at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), where she leads key programmes including AGROVOC, FAO AGRIS, and AGORA to improve the accessibility and visibility of agricultural knowledge from member countries. She also oversees capacity-building initiatives for researchers, librarians, practitioners, and policymakers. She serves as Chair of the IGAD Community of Practice at the Research Data Alliance and manages the AIMS Community of Practice. *--* *Imma Subirats: The emergence of open science ecosystems is one of the most transformative global trends today* https://openinterview.org/2026/04/29/imma-subirats-the-emergence-of-open-sc… Please read the post and share your valuable comments on the blog. Regards, Editor, Open Interview <https://openinterview.org/> -- Santosh C. H., PhD <https://santoshch.my.canva.site/home> University Librarian Central University of Haryana <http://cuh.ac.in/> | Virtual Tour of CUH <https://www.cuh.ac.in/virtual-tour-360.aspx> Mahendergarh-123 031 Haryana, India http://library.cuh.ac.in/ Cell: +91-99874 28147 -- Read the recent interview posts of: *Ashley Farley, Gates Foundation, USA <https://openinterview.org/2026/04/21/ashley-farley-reducing-barriers-to-acc…>* *Tracy Creagh, Queensland University of Technology, Australia <https://openinterview.org/2026/03/30/tracy-creagh-misconceptions-about-open…>* -- DISCLAIMER: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail & discard all copies of the original message.

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Admissions Open: M.Lib.I.Sc. at MAHE Bengaluru Campus (2026–27)
by Ishappa C Bandi [MAHE-BLR] 27 Apr '26

27 Apr '26

Dear Sir/Madam, Greetings from MAHE Bengaluru Campus. We are pleased to inform library and information science professionals that a new teaching department will commence offering a two-year postgraduate program, the Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc.), at the MAHE Bengaluru Campus, starting in the academic year 2026–27. We kindly request that you share this information with undergraduate students who may be interested in pursuing postgraduate studies in Library and Information Science. Prospective candidates who wish to know more about the M.Lib.I.Sc. program may express their interest by filling out the following Google Form: Google Form: https://forms.gle/nxCzpiAeJTrqrFop6. Our team will contact them for details, or these links will help them to know more about this program: * DLIS BLR: https://blog.smude.edu.in/mu/campuses/mahe-bengaluru/academics/institution-… * MLibISc Application: https://apply.manipal.edu/login?ec=302&startURL=%2F * Program Brochure: https://blog.smude.edu.in/content/dam/manipal/mu/library/brochure.pdf We would appreciate your support in sharing this information with aspiring young library professionals. The intake is limited to 10 students for AY-2026-27, and only a few seats remain available. Graduates from any discipline are eligible to apply, and selection will be based on interview performance. Thank you for your time and cooperation. With regards Dr.Ishappa Bandi Chief Librarian- MAHE Bengaluru Campus Department of Library & Information Sciences (DLIS BLR) Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) (Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University) Govindapura, Yelahanka, Bengaluru 560063, Karnataka, India Online Catalogue (OPAC) : https://maheblropac.koha.manipal.edu/ WebPortal/Discovery: https://mahelibportal.manipal.edu/mahe-library-bengaluru Email: ishappa.bandi(a)manipal.edu<mailto:ishappa.bandi@manipal.edu>, Mobile: 9982073556 / 9036541861, P: 0802449-7152 https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/339433, ORCID ID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4032-278X Libraries: (MIT BLR + TAPMI BLR + MLS + MIRM + SMI + DLHS + DOC+DLIS) ________________________________ Disclaimer: This email and any files transmitted with it are privileged and confidential material of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). They are intended to named recipient(s) only. If you are not the intended recipient of this message, please contact the sender and delete the message. This Email message including attachment(s), if any, is believed to be free of any virus. However, it is the responsibility of the recipient to ensure that it is virus-free, and MAHE accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising in any way from its use. Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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Diamond Jubilee Summit on, TRANSFORMING INFORMATION ECOSYSTEM ;Ensuring Secure, Ethical, and Inclusive Knowledge for the Future".
by BP Prakash 25 Apr '26

25 Apr '26

Dear Admin, Please post this announcement in LIS-Forum. Tx n rgds BP Prakash ================================================================================== Dear All, The Department of Studies in Library and Information Science, University of Mysore (MyDLIS) is *completing 60 years *of purposeful service! To commemorate this milestone, the Mysore University Information and Library Science Alumni Network (MILAN) and MyDLIS are jointly organizing the *DIAMOND JUBILEE SUMMIT, *on *29th & 30th May, 2026 *at Vijnana Bhavana, Manasagangotri, Mysuru. Summit theme : "*TRANSFORMING INFORMATION ECOSYSTEM* ; Ensuring Secure, Ethical, and Inclusive Knowledge for the Future". *Introduction:* Libraries, academic institutions, government organisations, and businesses are now expected to manage information throughout its lifecycle with due attention to accuracy, security, accessibility, privacy, and ethical use. At the same time, concerns such as misinformation, emerging cyber threats, resource constraints, and copyright and licensing issues underline the need for continuous dialogue, capacity building, and coordinated action among all stakeholders *Programme Highlights:* *Inaugural address* by Dr Vikram Sampath (Renowned historian & author) *Workshop on ‘Data Carpentry*’ by Prof Parthasarathy Mukhopadhyay (Kalyani University). Carefully curated lectures from experts in IT, Journalism, Communication, Data Protection, Cybersecurity & law. - *Core Concepts of Information Ecosystems, *by Prof S Sadagopan (Founder Director, IIITB, Bengaluru). - *From Information Disorder to Digital Power, *by Dr Sanjay Bharthur (Prof. of Journalism & Communication, MAHE Manipal). - *Impact of Cyber Law & Data Protection Law on Academic Institutions. *by Mr Naavi Vijayshankar (Chair FDPPI, Privacy & data Protection consultant). - *Ethical Use of Information in Research & Education. *by Prof Anil B Suraj (PhD in Law, Public policy IIIMB, Bengaluru) *Valedictory address* by Prof D. S. Guru, Dept of Computer Science & Engineering, Univ of Mysore. Panel Discussion, Info Quiz and much more! *Registration Fee.* MILAN Members - ₹ 1,500. New MILAN Members – Combo offer (membership + registration) - ₹ 2,500. Others - ₹ 2,000 *How to register?* Using the link < https://forms.gle/ML7hmTNBBpajhrL6A>, complete the Google form, make the required payment by using the QR Code and submit the form. *Summit Secretariat* MILAN / Department of Studies in Library Information Science, University of Mysore, Mysuru. Email: milan.mydlis(a)gmail.com, Portal : https://sites.google.com/view/milan-mysore. ======================================================================================================= Patron ; Prof. Lokanath N. K., Vice Chancellor - University of Mysore Advisory Committee : Prof. Kemparaju T.D., Prof. Raghavan K. S., Dr. Rajendra Kumar P. Y., Mr. Satyanarayana N. V., Smt. M. K. Savitha, KAS, Registrar-UOM, Prof. Shalini R. Urs, Prof. Talawar V .G. Organising Committee : CO-Chairs Dr. N. S. Harinarayana, Chairman, MyDLIS And Mr. B.P. Prakash, President, MILAN

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article request
by Dr Debraj Meher 24 Apr '26

24 Apr '26

Dear Lisforum members, Could you please share the article below which is badly required by one of our faculty members. "How Groundwater Extraction is Determined in Crop Production? — An Empirical Study in a Coastal District of Odisha / Arpita Das, Mohanasundari Thangavel, Mitali Chinara, and Bidur Paria" with regards, -- Dr D R Meher Librarian Central Library Orissa University of Agriculture & Technology (OUAT) Bhubaneswar-751 003, Odisha 91 94374 16417

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Invitation: Academic awareness session titled “Ethical Use of Information: Copyright, Fair Use and Academic Responsibility.
by shivaraju.tc＠gmail.com 23 Apr '26

23 Apr '26

We are pleased to invite you to participate in an academic awareness session titled “Ethical Use of Information: Copyright, Fair Use and Academic Responsibility.” The session is being organized by the Central Library in collaboration with the Alliance Centre for Intellectual Property Rights (ACIPR) and IPR Cell, Alliance University, on the occasion of World Book and Copyright Day and World Intellectual Property Rights Day 2026. Session Details: * Date: 25 April 2026 * Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (IST) * Mode: Online This session aims to enhance awareness on copyright policies, fair use practices, intellectual property rights, and ethical responsibilities in academic and research environments. It will be beneficial for faculty members, research scholars, and students. We encourage you to register and actively participate in this informative session. Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/nBEwZFCd3K Joining Link: Will be shared with registered participants E-Certificate: Will be issued to all registered participants We look forward to your active participation. Regards, Dr. Prakash I N Librarian Alliance University

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Invitation: Academic awareness session titled “Ethical Use of Information: Copyright, Fair Use and Academic Responsibility.”
by shivaraju.tc＠gmail.com 23 Apr '26

23 Apr '26

We are pleased to invite you to participate in an academic awareness session titled “Ethical Use of Information: Copyright, Fair Use and Academic Responsibility.” The session is being organized by the Central Library in collaboration with the Alliance Centre for Intellectual Property Rights (ACIPR) and IPR Cell, Alliance University, on the occasion of World Book and Copyright Day and World Intellectual Property Rights Day 2026. Session Details: * Date: 25 April 2026 * Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (IST) * Mode: Online This session aims to enhance awareness on copyright policies, fair use practices, intellectual property rights, and ethical responsibilities in academic and research environments. It will be beneficial for faculty members, research scholars, and students. We encourage you to register and actively participate in this informative session. Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/nBEwZFCd3K Joining Link: Will be shared with registered participants E-Certificate: Will be issued to all registered participants We look forward to your active participation. Regards, Dr. Prakash I N Librarian Alliance University

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#37: Interview with Ashley Farley of Gates Foundation on open access policy dynamics w.s.r. to the Foundation's OA policy
by Santosh C. H. 21 Apr '26

21 Apr '26

Dear Sir/ Madam, Greetings! Happy to share the 37th interview post on 'Open Interview'. In this interview, Ashley Farley, Senior Officer, Knowledge and Research Services at the Gates Foundation explores the evolving landscape of open access through the lens of funder policy, library practice, and global equity. Drawing on Ashley's experience at the Gates Foundation, it examines the motivations and principles behind open access policy, the challenges of implementation, and the role of initiatives such as Gates Open Research in rethinking scholarly publishing. The discussion also engages with critical issues including cost structures, prestige-driven systems, researcher incentives, and persistent inequalities between the Global North and Global South. Further, it reflects on how impact can be meaningfully assessed beyond traditional metrics, the shifting responsibilities of libraries, and the broader cultural and structural changes needed to advance a more equitable and sustainable open access ecosystem. -- Ashley Farley: For the past decade, Ashley has led the foundation’s Open Access Policy’s implementation and associated initiatives. She completed her Masters in Library and Information Sciences from the Information School of University of Washington. She has a deep passion for open access and strongly believes that freely accessible knowledge has the power to improve and save lives. *--* *Ashley Farley: Reducing barriers to accessing and reusing research increases its potential impact* https://openinterview.org/2026/04/21/ashley-farley-reducing-barriers-to-acc… Please read the post and share your valuable comments on the blog. Regards, Editor, Open Interview <https://openinterview.org/> -- Santosh C. H., PhD <https://santoshch.my.canva.site/home> University Librarian Central University of Haryana <http://cuh.ac.in/> | Virtual Tour of CUH <https://www.cuh.ac.in/virtual-tour-360.aspx> Mahendergarh-123 031 Haryana, India http://library.cuh.ac.in/ Cell: +91-99874 28147 -- Read the recent interview posts of: *Tracy Creagh, Qeensland University of Technology, Australia <https://openinterview.org/2026/03/30/tracy-creagh-misconceptions-about-open…>* -- DISCLAIMER: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail & discard all copies of the original message.

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Press release - New journal launch: CABI Multifunctional Landscapes
by Maria Campbell 16 Apr '26

16 Apr '26

*With apologies for cross-posting* Dear colleagues, We would like to share the announcement of a new, open access journal called CABI Multifunctional Landscapes. The new journal is dedicated to advancing integrated landscape research and practice, and is developed in partnership with 1000 Landscapes for 1 Billion People. The full press release is available here - https://www.cabidigitallibrary.org/do/10.5555/news-journal-launch-cabi-mult… - and an excerpt is included below. Thank you for your attention. Maria Campbell Marketing Manager, CABI cabi.org - cabidigitallibrary.org ***** New journal launch: CABI Multifunctional Landscapes Wallingford, UK, 16 April 2026: CABI is delighted to announce the launch of CABI Multifunctional Landscapes. This is a new international, open access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing integrated landscape research through inclusive, transdisciplinary, and practice-oriented research. CABI Multifunctional Landscapes is developed in close partnership with 1000 Landscapes for 1 Billion People (1000 Landscapes), a global collaboration working towards a shared vision of thriving, sustainable landscapes. The new journal emerges from extensive consultation with researchers, experts, practitioners, and policymakers working to support multifunctional landscapes. Feedback shows strong enthusiasm for a dedicated publication addressing the growing demand for evidence, policy insight, and practical lessons that support healthy landscapes and resilient economies. The journal aims to become a central hub for applied and integrative landscape knowledge, consolidating work that is currently scattered across multiple disciplines and publications. It also seeks to foster cross-learning between diverse communities of practice and research such as bioregional, territorial, and other place-based regenerative development. [Continues] 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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Help shape DORA's strategic Plan
by Giovanna Lima 15 Apr '26

15 Apr '26

Dear colleagues, Please provide your input for DORA's Strategic Plan for 2027-2030! Our global survey aims to gather perspectives on what is working, where challenges remain, and how DORA can best support responsible research assessment across different contexts. The survey is open to researchers and all staff at universities, funders, publishers, and others with an interest in research assessment reform. Responses can be submitted individually or on behalf of an organization. It takes approximately 10 minutes, is open until 30 April 2026, and is available in seven languages. Survey link: https://bit.ly/DORA-Survey-2026 More information: https://sfdora.org/2026/04/01/dora-survey/ Community input will directly inform DORA’s priorities and activities for the next three years. We encourage you to participate and to share this invitation with others who may wish to contribute. Thank you for considering this! Warm regards, on behalf of the DORA team, Giovanna *Dr Giovanna Lima (she/her)* DORA Program Manager *Read and sign DORA at our website <https://sfdora.org/read/> * *Find useful resources at DORA Resource Library <https://sfdora.org/resource-library/>* *Follow us on LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/declaration-on-research-assessment-dora/> and Bluesky <https://bsky.app/profile/dorassessment.bsky.social>*

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MyDLIS Diamond Jubilee Summit on "TRANSFORMING INFORMATION ECOSYSTEM ".
by BP Prakash 15 Apr '26

15 Apr '26

Dear Adminstrator, Please post the below announcement in LIS-Forum. Thanks & Regards, BP Prakash ================================================================================== Dear All, The Department of Studies in Library and Information Science, University of Mysore (MyDLIS) is completing sixty years of purposeful service ! To commemorate this milestone, Mysore University Information and Library Science Alumni Network (MILAN) and MyDLIS are jointly organizing the *DIAMOND JUBILEE SUMMIT, *on 29th & 30th May , 2026 at Vijnana Bhavana, Manasagangotri, Mysuru. *Summit theme *: *TRANSFORMING INFORMATION ECOSYSTEM* ; Ensuring Secure, Ethical, and Inclusive Knowledge for the Future. *Introduction:* Libraries, academic institutions, government organisations, and businesses are now expected to manage information throughout its lifecycle with due attention to accuracy, security, accessibility, privacy, and ethical use. At the same time, concerns such as misinformation, emerging cyber threats, resource constraints, and copyright and licensing issues underline the need for continuous dialogue, capacity building, and coordinated action among all stakeholders. *Program Highlights* Inaugural address by Dr Vikram Sampath (Renowned historian & author) Workshop on ‘Data Carpentry’ by Prof Parthasarathy Mukhopadhyay. (Kalyani University). Invited talks (Fake news, Disinformation, Cybersecurity, Data privacy, Ethical information practices, digital inclusion, etc) by experts from the fields of Journalism, IT, Communication, Information Science and Education. Panel Discussion, Info Quiz and much more. Click here for more details: <https://sites.google.com/view/milan-mysore> *Registration Fee.* MILAN Members - ₹ 1,500. New MILAN Members – Combo offer (membership + registration) - ₹ 2,500. Others - ₹ 2,000 *How to register?* Using the link provided, please complete the Google form, make the required payment by using the QR Code and submit the form. < https://forms.gle/ML7hmTNBBpajhrL6A>. *Summit Secretariat* MILAN / Department of Studies in Library Information Science University of Mysore, Mysuru. Email: milan.mydlis(a)gmail.com, Portal : https://sites.google.com/view/milan-mysore. ==============================================================================

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