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!