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Make the most of Wiley resources under ONOS
by Pabby, Mohit 29 Apr '25

29 Apr '25

Wiley is proud to be part of the One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) initiative, an effort to provide unified access to scholarly e-journals across a wide range of disciplines. Join our upcoming webinar<https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6688262608227988821> designed for member institutions within ONOS. This session will delve into critical aspects of access and content availability from Wiley under ONOS, address common access challenges and provide insights on how to make the most of Wiley's resources to empower your research, innovation, and academic growth. Date:- May 6, 2025 Time:- 11:00 AM The session will cover the following topics: * Overview and Vision of One Nation One Subscription * The role of ONOS in promoting innovation and R&D * Partnership: Wiley & ONOS * Unlocking Knowledge: Maximizing Wiley Online Library Speakers * Sh. P.K. Banerjee, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Education * Remya Haridasan, Scientist D, Office of the PSA to the Government of India. * Ritesh Kumar, Senior Director, Global Core Sales and lead of Wiley India, * Mohit Pabby, Associate Field Marketing Director * Arunima Aditya, Customer Education Manager Register Now : https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6688262608227988821 Please share this email with your users to ensure they can get the most out of this webinar. Seats are limited, so register quickly. Warm Regards, Mohit Pabby Associate Field Marketing Director: South Asia, MEA, CIS & Turkey ________________________________ The contents of this email and any attachments are confidential and intended only for the person or entity to whom it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, any use, review, distribution, reproduction or any action taken in reliance upon this message is strictly prohibited. If you received this message in error, please immediately notify the sender and permanently delete all copies of the email and any attachments. ________________________________

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ACM joins ONOS through ACM Open
by Subbiah Arunachalam 28 Apr '25

28 Apr '25

*ACM joins ONOS* ACM, the Association for Computing Machinery, the world’s largest computing society, has joined India’s *One Nation One Subscription (ONOS)* <https://www.india.gov.in/spotlight/one-nation-one-subscription> initiative through a transformative new read-and-publish agreement with the ACM Open <https://libraries.acm.org/acmopen> program*. * This agreement provides 6,500 government-funded higher education and research institutions across India with Premium Access to the ACM Digital Library, while enabling authors in participating institutions to publish an unlimited number of Open Access research articles in ACM journals, ACM conference proceedings and ICPS Proceedings with no article processing charges (APCs). Please see *https://www.acm.org/media-center/2025/april/onos-initiative-acm-open-agreement <https://www.acm.org/media-center/2025/april/onos-initiative-acm-open-agreem…>* . Kindly spread the word among interested users among your library users. With warm regards, Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658 http://www.researcherid.com/rid/B-9925-2009

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#33: Interview with Toby Green on why grey literature is important in scholarly communication
by Santosh C. H. 28 Apr '25

28 Apr '25

Dear Sir/ Madam, Greetings! Happy to share the 33rd interview post on 'Open Interview'. In this email interview for Open Interview, *Toby Green* shares his ideas and thoughts with Gopakumar V and Siddu Huded, on collecting and facilitating grey literature for the scholarly community. He discusses how grey literature is becoming a feature, rather than being a bug in scholarly communication and how the Policy Commons initiative has been active in different regions of the world in the grey literature domain. He also talks on why Coherent Digital is seeking relationships with Google Scholar, EBSCO and Clarivate and libraries to reach out to the mainstream users so they can discover a new world of informally published content. -- Toby Green is a Cofounder of Coherent Digital. Before Policy Commons initiative became a reality, it was a dream of Toby for over a decade. As Head of Publishing for Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), Toby led the development and launch of the organization’s online repository, iLibrary. After twenty years, Toby left OECD in 2019 to cofound Coherent Digital. Every librarian he consulted spoke of the challenges of finding, cataloguing, and preserving policy grey literature. The production team began work, and Policy Commons launched in November 2020. Behind the scenes, Policy Commons employs multiple custom-built crawling technologies, AI tools, extraction micro-services, and a powerful search engine, all running on Coherent Digital’s proprietary Commons platform. *--* *Toby Green: We are indexing grey literature at scale for the larger benefit of scholarly community* https://openinterview.org/2025/04/24/toby-green-we-are-indexing-grey-litera… 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/> Mahendergarh-123 031 Haryana, India http://library.cuh.ac.in/ Cell: +91-99874 28147 -- Read: *Recent interview post of N V Sathyanarayana <https://openinterview.org/2025/03/05/n-v-sathyanarayana-genai-will-drive-th…>* -- 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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Invitation for Participation – Join Us at CLSTL 2025 [25th-27th September, 2025] @ IIT Gandhinagar!
by TS Kumbar 26 Apr '25

26 Apr '25

Dear Library Professionals, Greetings from IIT Gandhinagar! It gives us immense pleasure to invite you to participate in the *3rd International Conference on ‘Changing Landscape of Science & Technology Libraries’ (**CLSTL 2025* <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/>*)*, to be held from *September 25–27, 2025*, at the vibrant campus of *IIT Gandhinagar* <https://iitgn.ac.in/>, Gujarat, India. CLSTL 2025 promises to be a *well-curated, enriching, and forward-looking event*—bringing together library professionals, academic leaders, researchers, and innovators from across the globe. This year, we will explore the transformative power of *Artificial Intelligence in Libraries*, under the inspiring theme: *"Enhancing Library Experiences with Artificial Intelligence."* <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/themes/> Join us for *enriching* *sessions by eminent **speakers* <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/speakers/>, *expert-led **workshops* <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/workshops/>, and *meaningful networking opportunities* that will empower you with new perspectives, practical tools, and cutting-edge insights into the evolving landscape of library science. *Why Attend CLSTL 2025?* - Engage with *national and international experts* - Explore *emerging AI technologies and applications* in libraries - Participate in *hands-on workshops* tailored for real-world implementation - Share your own experiences, success stories, and innovations - Contribute to shaping the *future direction of library services* *Call for Participation & Presentations* We warmly invite you to *submit a proposal or abstract* <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mmemails.appspot.com/em_LUqW7dJo9cnl2I1VMJzc?…> for presentations or posters. Whether you are working on AI implementation, user engagement, digital transformation, or innovative library practices—we want to hear your experience! Your voice and experience will add tremendous value to the rich tapestry of ideas that CLSTL 2025 seeks to weave. Please also share this invitation widely within your networks and encourage your colleagues to participate! *Pre-Conference Workshops* Two focused workshops will provide hands-on experience and practical knowledge: · AI for Libraries: Building Applications for Search, Chatbots, and Archiving <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/2469-2/> · AI-Powered Search in Libraries: A Crash Course on understanding the fundamentals for Library Professionals <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/ai-powered-search-in-libraries-a-cras…> These sessions are *designed for library professionals* and aim to equip you with the confidence and skills to navigate AI adoption effectively in your library settings. *Important Links* - *Conference Brochure:* Click Here <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mmemails.appspot.com/em_LUqW7dJo9cnl2I1VMJzc?…> - *Registration:* Click Here <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mmemails.appspot.com/em_LUqW7dJo9cnl2I1VMJzc?…> - *Proposal Submission:* Click Here <https://clstl_iitgn_ac_in-dot-mmemails.appspot.com/em_LUqW7dJo9cnl2I1VMJzc?…> - *Pre Conference Workshops *Click here <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/workshops/> *Speakers* Featuring distinguished and eminent national and international experts in Library Science and Artificial Intelligence; click here <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/speakers/> to know more * 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* Stay tuned for updates on speakers, sessions, and other related information on the *official Conference Website.* <https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2025/clstl/> Come, be part of this transformative journey as we shape the future of libraries together! *With warm regards,* Kumbar -- 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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Admission Alert: M.Lib.I.Sc Program - Applications Open at Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
by Arunima Baiju 26 Apr '25

26 Apr '25

Dear Sir, Kindly post this admission notification on LIS Forum. *MANIPAL ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION* *Department of Library & Information Science* 🎓 *ADMISSIONS 2025 NOW OPEN * *M.Lib.I.Sc <http://M.Lib.I.Sc>.*(Master of Library & Information Science) ------------------------------ ELIGIBILITY Bachelor Degree in any stream (*B.A., B.Com., B.Sc., B.C.A., B.B.M., etc.*) DURATION 2 years (*divided into 4 semesters*) ADMISSIONS Admissions are done on the basis of marks obtained in the qualifying examinations and there is no entrance test. 📅 *Last date to apply:* 15.07.2025 🏫 *Commencement of Classes:* 04.08.2025 ------------------------------ COURSE HIGHLIGHTS - Updated and employable curriculum - Practice-led teaching and practice-supported learning - Hands-on training through online and offline resources - Exposure to advanced techniques in the field of librarianship - Computing, internet, and library software training facilities - Library practicing in world-class MAHE Libraries - All faculty members with Ph.D. qualifications - Practical exposure to library organization structures through field visits and internships - Electives offered in the curriculum ------------------------------ FACILITIES AVAILABLE - Well-equipped theory and practical classrooms and seminar room - Online and offline resources; computing, internet and library software training; institutional repository and library practicing in world-class MAHE libraries - Excellent Health Sciences Library with advanced IT infrastructure and Wi-Fi coverage across campus ------------------------------ TO APPLY 👉 https://apply.manipal.edu <https://apply.manipal.edu/> ------------------------------ 📞 *For more information, contact:* *Department of Library and Information Science* Health Sciences Library, MAHE, Manipal Phone: 0820 2922358, 2922609 ✉️ Email: libraryscience(a)manipal.edu

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One-Month Online Course on Koha -Integrated Library Management System
by LibAuto -The Smart Library 24 Apr '25

24 Apr '25

*One-Month Online Course on Koha *-Integrated Library Management System *"This session will provide a comprehensive, basic to advanced walkthrough of the entire Koha installation process on Ubuntu. It will include step-by-step guidance on customizing and configuring the software, performing advanced data migration from Excel to Koha, and effectively operating all core modules and features. A detailed breakdown of the content is provided below."* Organized by: *LibAuto**India’s Leading Library Automation & Digitization Company* *Date:* 01-30 June, 2025 *Time:* 08:00 pm to 09:00 pm *Registration Fee: * - *Rs. 999 **- till 15-05-2025* - *Rs. 1099 - till 25-05-2025* - *Rs. 1199 - till 31-05-2025* 🌐 Link for Registration: https://forms.gle/fdpFh5qzsw9XBt3r5 <https://draft.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/8356505617480024152/28726659240440…> __________________________________________________________________________ *Payment Details for Registration Fee* *Bank Account detailsAccount Holder: LibAutoAccount Number: 50200091760910IFSC: HDFC0002784Bank Branch: HDFC Bank, Kapurthala II* *Phone Pay/Google Pay/ Paytm number* *9463116032* *UPI:* *9463116032@pthdfc* __________________________________________________________________________ 📌* Important Instructions & Information* ✔ *Payment Confirmation* *After completing the payment, kindly share a screenshot via WhatsApp at wa.me/+919463116032 <https://draft.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/8356505617480024152/28726659240440…>* ✔ *Eligibility Criteria* *Open to Faculty, Researchers, LIS & IT Professionals, and Students* ✔ *Medium of Instruction* *The training sessions will be conducted in Hindi* ✔ *Limited Seats* *Seats are limited and will be allotted on a First-Come, First-Served basis* ✔ *Certification* *An E-Certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the training* ✔ *Confirmation of Registration* *All registered participants will receive a confirmation via Email/WhatsApp* ✔ *Training Platform* *All sessions will be conducted online via the Zoom platform* ✔ *Learning Support* *Participants will receive daily video recordings for self-practice. Additionally, live weekend sessions will be held to resolve queries and issues encountered during practice* ✔ *Refund Policy* *Please note: The registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferable* *Join our WhatsApp Community Group to stay updated on upcoming events and training sessions!https://chat.whatsapp.com/F2PRlRjvtfWCv2qr4ZQnb5 <https://draft.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/8356505617480024152/28726659240440…>* __________________________________________________________________________ *Contents * - *Installation of Koha on Ubuntu* - *Advanced Customization* - *Advanced Cataloging* - *Comprehensive Training on All Modules* - *Advanced Data Migration from Excel Using Linux Commands* - *Bulk Uploading of Patron Data and Photos* - *Automated Backup Configuration* - *In-and-Out Gate Register for Footfall Tracking* *...This advanced training package covers everything you need to master library automation!* *Highlights include:* - *Detailed Step-by-Step Installation Commands* - *OPAC Design and Customization Tips* - *Customized Frameworks to Suit Your Library’s Needs* - *Automated Backup and Recovery Solutions* - *Barcode & ID Card Setup and Configuration* - *Advanced Data Migration Techniques and Commands* - *70+ Ready-to-Use Reports, Plus Additional R&D Tools* - *30 Video Lectures* *…and so much more to elevate your library system to the next level!* *Please feel free to contact us for any queries.* *Lib**Auto**: *-the smart library *(A Leading Library Automation Company in India)* *Address:* St. No-5, Nanak Nagri, Abohar- 152116 (Punjab) *Contact: **094631-16032* *Email:* *contact.libauto(a)gmail.com* <https://draft.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/8356505617480024152/82985139997732…> Website: *www.libauto.in* <http://www.libauto.in> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Library Automation2" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to contactlibauto2+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. To view this discussion visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/contactlibauto2/CAPZkjap87VJcWpq_n%3DK2ps….

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The power of linked data
by Subbiah Arunachalam 24 Apr '25

24 Apr '25

Friends, This webinar on Unlocking the power of linked data may be useful for directors of large academic libraries. https://mailchi.mp/ri-media/new-latest-ri-engagement-data-10352479?e=6acbdb… Arun http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4398-4658

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30-Hour Faculty Development Program (FDP) - (For Teachers & Librarians)
by Librarian Guide 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

30-Hour Faculty Development Program (FDP) - (For Teachers & Librarians) Organized by : Librarian Guide Duration : 05.05.2025 to 30.05.2025 (Four Weeks) Mode : Online Total Hours : 90 Minutes Each Session (Monday – Friday) Timings : 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm Dear Colleagues, The Librarian Guide (LG) is pleased to announce a 30-Hour Faculty Development Program (FDP) aimed at enhancing the professional skills and knowledge of library professionals & teachers in line with modern technological trends and academic needs. Program Objectives: • To enhance digital competencies in library services • To promote resource management and user engagement • To enhance research skills among teachers and librarians • To align library practices with NAAC and institutional quality benchmarks Who Can Participate? • Teachers, Librarians, Assistant Librarians, Library Assistants, and Information Professionals from schools, colleges, and universities. Program Highlights: • Expert sessions by eminent resource persons • Hands-on training on digital tools and library software • Panel discussions on emerging trends in librarianship • Certificate of Completion (on attending 75% sessions and passing the evaluation) Topics for Faculty Development Program (FDP): First Week: Digital Skills & Library Technology – May 05-09, 2025 1. Digital Library Tools & Software (Koha, DSpace, etc.) 2. Library Automation and RFID Technology 3. Metadata Standards and Cataloguing (MARC21, Dublin Core) 4. E-Resource Management and Discovery Services 5. Open Educational Resources (OERs) 6. Cloud-Based Library Services 7. Digital Literacy and Cyber Security in Libraries Second Week: Research & Data Handling – May 12 – 16, 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 5. Data Repositories and Institutional Repositories Third Week: NAAC, Accreditation & Quality Initiatives – May 19 – 23, 2025 1. Role of Library in NAAC Accreditation Process 2. Library Documentation for AQAR and SSR 3. Best Practices in Library Services for NAAC 4. Green Library Practices and Sustainability Initiatives 5. Library's Role in Institutional Ranking (NIRF, ARIIA, etc.) Forth Week: Emerging Trends & Innovations – May 26 – 30, 2025 1. Artificial Intelligence for Research - Literature review and Discovery, Reference Management, Data Analysis and Visualization etc. 2. Inclusive Library Services for Persons with Disabilities 3. Google Tools for Library and Its Users 4. Mobile Apps and Virtual Reference Services Registration Details: • Last Date to Register : April 30, 2025 • Registration Link : https://forms.gle/SMxF4T1rpKXh9zVS9 • Registration Fee : Rs. 2000/- (Rupees Two Thousand only) We cordially invite all library professionals and teachers to participate and upgrade their professional capabilities through this enriching program. For more details, contact: 📧 [Email] – librarianguide(a)gmail.com [Phone Number] - +91-8895296959 Program Coordinator – FDP Pragya Tripathi Librarian Guide www.librarianguide.org ********************************* *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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Extension of Registration Deadline – One-Day Workshop on “AI-Powered Libraries”, April 26, 2025 at Vidyashilp University Ex
by Shamprasad Pujar 21 Apr '25

21 Apr '25

Dear All, Greetings! The Vidyashilp University Library is pleased to announce a One-Day Workshop on "AI-Powered Libraries: Unlocking the Potential of Generative AI," scheduled for April 26, 2025. This workshop aims to provide hands-on experience with AI tools to enhance library operations, research, and services. Date & Venue: 📅 April 26, 2025, Vidyashilp University, Bettenahalli, Kundana Hobli, Chapparkallu Road, Bengaluru - 562110 Registration Details: 💰 Fee: Rs. 1180/- (Inclusive of GST) 🗓️ Registration Deadline: April 22, 2025 Note: Pick-up and drop-off facilities are available between Mekhri Circle bus stop and Vidyashilp University, both to and from the campus. ₹ Workshop Registration Payment Link: https://rzp.io/rzp/tO7BfNW Registration Link: https://forms.gle/ExjNweBSZy7XCQ499 🌐 More Details: https://vu-ailiswokshop.mystrikingly.com/ Key Topics Covered: Generative AI and Libraries Gain a comprehensive understanding of how generative AI tools can enhance library operations, programs, and services. Generative AI for Library Administration Learn how to streamline workflows and boost productivity using generative AI. Generative AI for Library Operations and Technical Services Discover ways to optimize library operations and technical services with generative AI tools. Search and Discovery in the Age of Generative AI Explore methods to enhance information search and discovery using generative AI. Generative AI and Research Services Acquire skills to effectively use generative AI tools for your research and to guide and empower library users. Library Data Analysis Using Generative AI Unlock actionable insights from diverse library data sources with the help of generative AI tools. Thank You. With Warm Regards, Ragini Reddy, Deputy Librarian, Off: +91 80-69630519 M: 9980542804 / 8971737440

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What Can We Learn from Missed Opportunities in the Transition to Open Access?
by Siddu Huded 18 Apr '25

18 Apr '25

Dear All, May be of interest to you. In this Q&A with Michael Upshall, Madhan, director of libraries at OP Jindal Global University, discusses institutional repositories, author-pay open access, publish-review-curate, and the “expensive distraction” of India’s One Nation One Subscription deal. https://katinamagazine.org/content/article/open-knowledge/2025/learn-from-m… Warm regards, Siddu Huded https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3923-1397

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