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Professional Contribution to Librarians' Development Program (LDP)
by Librarian Guide 01 Oct '24

01 Oct '24

Dear Sir/Madam, Good Morning! I am pleased to inform all library professionals that the Librarian Guide will conduct a Librarians' Development Program every Saturday. This program aims to enhance professional skills, share best practices, and encourage knowledge exchange among librarians. Program Highlights: * Professional Development: Learn new trends, technologies, and best practices in library management. * Workshops: Hands-on sessions on cataloging, library technologies, digital tools, and resource management. * Guest Speakers: Experienced librarians and industry experts will share insights and experiences. * Q&A Sessions: Get answers to your library administration and development queries. I request all my seniors and professional friends for your contribution by your active participation. Your consent is expected to deliver a talk and conduct online workshops on any tools, technologies, etc., for the benefit of professionals. All the sessions will be conducted online only. May I request the willing professionals to mark your input via the link mentioned below: https://forms.gle/M9qz1X11mJjuSobh7 Thanks & Regards Pragya Tripathi Librarian CT College of Education Jalandhar

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DRTC_Student Seminar 04_Modern Library Services: The Need For Chatbot in Modern Libraries
by Nabina Khamaru 30 Sep '24

30 Sep '24

Documentation Research & Training Centre (DRTC)*Indian Statistical Institute* 8th Mile, Mysore Road, RVCE Post Bangalore, 560 059 *Seminar-04* *(2023-2025)* Title: *Modern Library Services: The Need For Chatbot in Modern Libraries* *Coordinator: **Dr. Biswanath Dutta* *Speaker: **Nikhil Raj* Abstract In the digital age, libraries are rapidly evolving into hubs of information, driven by artificial intelligence and automation. This seminar focuses on the transformative role of chatbots in modern libraries, emphasizing their ability to improve user engagement, streamline operations, and offer real-time assistance. Chatbots are no longer just tools for answering simple queries; they are becoming integral to managing complex tasks such as catalog searches, resource recommendations, and 24/7 user support. The seminar will explore the development of chatbots using two major platforms—Node.js and Python. It will compare their scalability, integration capabilities and efficiency in handling real-time queries within library management systems. The seminar will also present case studies from Indian and foreign libraries, demonstrating how chatbots are effectively deployed to manage high user traffic, enhance resource discovery, and provide personalized services. Concluding with a live demonstration of an inhouse library chatbot, the seminar will showcase how these tools can improve library services and operational efficiency. The aim is to provide a comprehensive understanding of chatbot technologies and their future potential in creating dynamic, user-friendly library environments. *Date: 03**/10/2024 (Thursday)* *Time: **3:30 p.m.* *Venue: **DRTC Class Room (G-16), ISI Bangalore* *All are cordially invited!*

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Articles required
by Gaurang Raval 27 Sep '24

27 Sep '24

Dear Sir/Madam Greetings from Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat, India One of our Library Patrons is looking for under-mentioned Articles for his academic study. Details: 1. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsse.2023.05.004 2. https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/JHTI-08-2022-0343/full/… It will be great if you can help us. (Email id: gaurang.raval(a)rru.ac.in) Thank you in advance Regards | सादर *Gaurang Raval *| *गौरांग रावल* Library & Information Officer | पुस्तकालय और सूचना अधिकारी *Rashtriya Raksha University India *| *राष्ट्रीय रक्षा विश्वविद्यालय भारत* Lavad - Dehgam, Gandhinagar – 382305 | लवाड - देहगाम, गांधीनगर - ३८२३०५ Gujarat, India | गुजरात, भारत Contact No: 8160885285; Ext. 41034 | संपर्क नंबर: ८१६०८८५२८५; इण्टरकॉम ४१०३४ https://rru.ac.in/mr-gaurang-raval/ RRU <https://rru.ac.in/>| Library <https://rru.ac.in/library-facilities/> | OPAC <https://opac.rru.ac.in/>| MyLOFT <https://www.myloft.xyz/>|Turnitin <https://rruniversity.turnitin.com/>

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InfoFire episode on Whither Open Access| Conversation with Dr. Jean-Claude Guedon
by Shalini Urs 27 Sep '24

27 Sep '24

Dear Friends and Colleagues, There have been many discussions in this forum on the topic of Open Access (OA), particularly led by Arunachalam. As someone who has been an active participant in the OA movement and having pioneered the Vidyanidhi Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations (ETDs) back in 2000 — which helped catalyze later ETD and digital library efforts in India — it was an absolute delight and privilege to have an in-depth conversation with my dear friend, Jean-Claude Guédon, the maverick champion of OA, in the latest episode of InfoFire titled "Whither Open Access." Our chat was nostalgic as we reminisced about our time on the NDLTD Steering Committee from 2002 to 2012, while delving into the evolving landscape of academic publishing. We discussed the challenges posed by the commercialization of OA and explored whether the diamond model could offer a sustainable path forward, especially as more institutions rethink how research is disseminated. I wanted to share the article and the videocast with you folks. Please tune in to this episode for a deeper understanding of where we've come from and where we're headed in the future of academic publishing. Here is the link to tune in: https://informationmatters.org/2024/09/whither-open-access-a-fireside-chat-… Hope you enjoy the conversation and gain valuable insights from Dr. Guédon's perspective. Thanks and regards, Shalini

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Three Day Training on DSpace Repository Management (Online)
by Vimal Kumar V. 26 Sep '24

26 Sep '24

Bharat Digital Academy (BDA), a unit of Bharat Learning Solutions (P) Ltd, is organising a “Three Day Training on DSpace Repository Management” (Online). Date: 28-30 September 2024 Time: 7:00 to 9:00 PM Resource Person: Dr. Vimal Kumar V Reference Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Kerala State This training program will be conducted entirely online, providing you with the flexibility to enhance your skills from the comfort of your own space. Whether you’re a novice or experienced professional, this training promises to deepen your understanding of DSpace Repository Management, equipping you with valuable insights and practical knowledge. Registration Link https://forms.gle/mo3jBJMPt8dh2GPv8 -- *Vimal Kumar V., PhD* Reference Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala-686560 ------------------------------------------ My Home page:www.vimalkumar.info My Blogs:linuxhalwa.blogspot.com kohageek.blogspot.com moovandan.blogspot.com ----------------------------------------------------------- *"The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." Alvin Toffler*

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Extension of submission date for LISA-2024 awards
by Shamprasad Pujar 25 Sep '24

25 Sep '24

Dear Members, Please note, the date for submission of LISA-2024 awards has been extended up to September 30, 2024. You are requested to apply using the Google form available at: https://forms.gle/ohDGvh9eA5smj2x16 [Requires Google ID] For more information you may check the conference website @ https://www.lisacon.org For clarifications, if any, please write to: lisaawards2024(a)gmail.com Thanks and Regards, S M Pujar IGIDR, Mumbai

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Forthcoming Events of IEEE CS, CSI, ACM during Sep-Oct 2024.
by Mohan Hr 25 Sep '24

25 Sep '24

*Announcement Summary * 27th Sep 2024. Research and industry symposium on Explainable AI. Website: https://www.saec.ac.in/risxai To participate as a delegate, pl contact: Ms. V. Praveena: +91 9566246845 / Ms. R. Sowmya: +91 9585244819 or email to RISXAI(a)saec.ac.in 28th Sep 2024 at 6 pm IST. AI for Democratization of Education Sector. https://bit.ly/3ANq8cm 5th Oct 2024 at 11 am IST. Building Digital IQ and Mindset https://bit.ly/web-241005-digital-iq 19th Oct 2024. IEEE CS Day @ KARE on "Data Science & Analytics" https://forms.gle/WCYLXBxo9vwiQYXb6 26th Oct 2024 at 6 pm IST. Game Theory and Applications in Operations Management https://bit.ly/web-241026-game-theory CSE/IT WhatsApp group. To join, pl visit https://lnkd.in/gSDGMmSW *Forthcoming Events Details * 28th Sep 2024 at 6.00 pm IST. Webinar CSI Chennai, IEEE CS Madras & ACM Chennai cordially invite you to the webinar Topic: AI for Democratization of Education Sector Speaker: Mr. Vidura Bandara Wijekoon, COO/Cofounder @Trinet Innovations Pvt Ltd, Sr Lanka, AI/ML Engineer, Data Science and Generative AI Practitioner & Renewable Energy Solutions Date & Time: Saturday, 28th Sep 2024 from 6.00 pm to 7.15 pm IST PDF invite at https://bit.ly/46YWYmR Register at https://bit.ly/3ANq8cm 5th Oct 2024 at 11 am IST. Webinar IEEE CS Madras, CSI Chennai, ACM Chennai & Hindustan Chamber of Commerce cordially invite you to the webinar Topic: Building Digital IQ and Mindset Speaker: Mr. Tariq Munir, Global Keynote Speaker & Digital Transformation Expert, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Date: Saturday, 5th Oct 2024 :: Time: 11:00 am to 12.15 pm IS PDF invite at https://bit.ly/web-241005-digital-iq-invite Register at https://bit.ly/web-241005-digital-iq 19th Oct 2024 IEEE CS Day @ KARE on "Data Science & Analytics" IEEE Computer Society, Madras, IEEE CS SBC at KARE (Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education) cordially invite your participation in the one day in-person event focused on "Data Science & Analytics" Date & Time: 19th Oct 2024 :: 9.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m IST. Venue: Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education Sessions: Session 1: Data, Tools, Exploration & Visualisation Session 2: Lifecycle of a Data Analytics Project Session 3: Demo of Python Programing & Challenges in working with data, an industry perspective Session 4: IEEE/IEEE CS Awareness & ICT Quiz Session 5: Reskilling & Upskiillg for Opportunities in DS & DA (online) Resource Persons: Mr Malaya Rout, Director (Data Science), Exafluence, Chennai Mr Swaminathan Nagarajan, Associate Prof, XIME, Founder COLLOC Consulting Mr. H.R. Mohan, IEEE Ambassador & Chair - Events, IEEE CS Madras Registration Fee: Rs. 50 (fifty only) for IEEE/CSI /ACM Members & Rs. 100 (one hundred only) for all others. The Registration Fee Includes: Kit, Refreshments, Lunch and e-Certificate of Participation and Transport Facilities of KARE (optional) Registration Link: https://forms.gle/WCYLXBxo9vwiQYXb6 Last Date to Register: 15th Oct 2024 or earlier as soon as the seats get filled up For Detailed Announcement: https://bit.ly/ieeecsday-kare-invite 26th Oct 2024 at 6 pm IST. Webinar CSI Chennai, IEEE CS Madras, ACM Chennai & Hindustan Chamber of Commerce cordially invite you to the webinar Topic: Game Theory and Applications in Operations Management Speaker: Prof. R. K. Amit, Dept. of Management Studies, IIT Madras & Author of the book "Game Theory and Applications in Operations Management" Date: Saturday, 26th Oct 2024 :: Time: 6 pm to 7.15 pm IST PDF invite at https://bit.ly/web-241026-game-theory-invite Register at https://bit.ly/web-241026-game-theory *HRM-CSE/IT Information Resources WhatsApp Groups* On a periodic intervals, 5-7 information resources in CSE/IT and related areas are posted as a message in CSE /IT WhatsApp groups. To get the information resources post, you are welcome to join the WhatsApp group. Pl visit https://lnkd.in/gSDGMmSW to join the CSE/IT WhatsApp group of your specific category (Students / Faculty / Professionals) and get regular updates on events, reference materials and other information in the CSE/IT and related areas. You can see the archives of such Information Resources at https://lnkd.in/gYA2Dunp

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DRTC_Student Seminar 03_Enhancing Knowledge Organization and Information Retrieval with Retrieval-Augmented Generation
by Debanjali Bain 24 Sep '24

24 Sep '24

Documentation Research & Training Centre (DRTC) Indian Statistical Institute 8th Mile, Mysore Road, RVCE Post Bangalore, 560 059 Seminar-3 (2023-2025) Title: “Enhancing Knowledge Organization and Information Retrieval with Retrieval-Augmented Generation” Speaker: Krishnapriya T R Coordinator: Dr. Biswanath Dutta Abstract: Effective knowledge organization is the cornerstone of library management, enabling efficient access, retrieval, and preservation of vast amounts of information. In libraries, the structured arrangement of knowledge through classification systems, metadata, and indexing plays a critical role in ensuring that users can find relevant resources quickly and accurately. However, with the exponential growth of digital content, traditional methods face significant challenges in information retrieval (IR), including scalability, context relevance, and precision. This seminar will explore the importance of knowledge organization in libraries, focusing on how well-structured systems underpin the entire library ecosystem. It will also delve into the growing challenges in modern IR, such as handling unstructured data, managing large datasets, and providing personalized search experiences. To address these issues, we will introduce the Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) framework as an innovative solution. RAG combines the power of retrieval-based methods with generative models to enhance IR by delivering contextually rich, accurate, and relevant information. The seminar will discuss practical applications of RAG in library settings, highlighting how this framework can transform traditional knowledge organization and retrieval processes to meet the evolving demands of the digital age. Date: 26/09/2024 (Thursday) Time: 3.30 pm Venue: DRTC Class Room (G-16), ISI Bangalore All are cordially invited!

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LISACON-2024 Conference, Workshop and Awards, October 17-19, 2024
by Shamprasad Pujar 22 Sep '24

22 Sep '24

Dear Members, Greetings! LIS Academy is organizing the LISACON-2024 conference between Oct 17 and 19, 2024, at Bharthidasan University, Trichy. You are requested to please take note of the following: Call for Papers Workshop on AI and Scholarly Publishing LISA-2024 Awards Library Reels You are requested to contribute papers, attend the workshop, and participate in the awards and library reel competition. More information @ https://www.lisacon.org Looking forward to your participation. Thanks and Regards, Organizing Secretary LISACON-2024

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GLOBAL LIBRARY TRAINING PROGRAMME
by madhan muthu 22 Sep '24

22 Sep '24

*GLOBAL LIBRARY TRAINING PROGRAMME (GLTP)* The Global Library at O.P. Jindal Global University is offering a two-year training program for enthusiastic library and information science graduates. The program provides hands-on experience in information services in a university setting, and participants will be involved in various activities and projects across the functional units of the library. The selected candidates will receive a stipend of Rs. 30,000/- per month and get a medical and accidental insurance coverage according to the University policy. In addition, the candidates will get free accommodation (shared) in the vicinity of the University campus. Upon successful completion, skilled and top-performing candidates may be offered a full-time position at the Global Library. This is subject to the library's needs. QUALIFICATION: - A master's degree in Library and Information Science from a well-known university or institute. - Maximum age limit of 26 years for all applicants. HOW TO APPLY: Send your Curriculum Vitae with details of your work experience, and a statement of purpose - Why do you want to join this programme? to *gltp(a)jgu.edu.in <gltp(a)jgu.edu.in>* Note: The applications without an original statement of purpose will not be considered. The last date of receipt online applications: SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

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