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Big Island, Hawaii, January 6-9, 2014 Minitrack: Crowdsourcing Content Production and Online Knowledge Repositories Track: Digital and Social Media As various forms of collaboration are enabled (and constrained) by the affordances available in social media, researchers are investigating a range of issues including: 1) the diverse ways in which people collaborate to create, manage, curate…
Read MoreA call for papers, panels, and posters has been posted for the 2013 Social Media and Society international conference, to be held at Dalhousie University (Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada) Sept 14-15. Topics include big data, social media data, online communities, social networks, social media’s impact and effects on society, and theories and methods in social media studies. Papers and…
Read MoreNews from Dick Hill, ASIS&T’s Executive Director, on the Association’s name change… ASIS&T Changes Its Name, Enhances Its Global Mission With nearly 90% of all ballots cast voting in favor of a name change, the American Society for Information Science and Technology has become the Association for Information Science and Technology. While the ASIS&T acronym stays…
Read MoreSIG SI co-chairs Pnina Fichman and Howard Rosenbaum report on the successful symposium held at ASIS&T 2012 in Baltimore as part of the latest issue of the Bulletin of ASIS&T. A couple of excerpts: The 8th Annual SIG/Social Informatics (SIG/SI) Research Symposium, held on October 27, 2012, at the 75th Anniversary Annual Meeting of the American Society for…
Read MoreOn February 11, 2013, at home in Silver Spring, MD, after an 8-year long battle with cancer. Beloved husband for 38 years of Gayle Batty; father of Philip (Lina), Miles, and Sarah. Also survived by three grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, 818 University Blvd. West, Silver Spring, MD…
Read MoreThanks for attending! Slides from the event are available via the links below: Open-Source Online Textbooks Shifting Forward in Digital Publishing: EPUB 3 Creating EBooks Using Open-Source Tools When: Wednesday, March 13, 2013, 8:15am to 1:00pm Where: Simmons College, School of Management, Room M501, 300 The Fenway, Boston, MA Registration: http://neasist-ebooks.eventbrite.com/ Digitally publishing your own work is powerful and…
Read MoreSandra A. Enimil, JD, head of the newly established Copyright Resources Center at the Ohio State University Libraries will discuss copyright in the contemporary world and how it affects the library and other institutions. WHEN: Wednesday February 27, 2013 (Snow Contingency Date: Thursday March 7, 2013) 6:30 – 7:00 p.m. Refreshments, Sign-In & Networking 7:00…
Read MoreCall for papers for a special issue of Computers in Human Behavior on “Newcomer Participation in Online Communities,” of potential interest to social informatics researchers. Optional abstracts are due April 30th, full papers due September 30th. Click through / see below for more details; contact CHB.newcomer@gmail.com with any questions. Special Issue of Computers in Human Behavior: “Newcomer Participation in Online Communities”…
Read MoreAs part of the SIG-STI Realignment Plan of 2012/2013, we are happy to inaugurate our new website. The content from the previous instance has been transferred and updated when necessary. We would like to express our appreciation to all SIG-STI members that worked in the past to create and maintain our online presence. The new…
Read MorePostdoc position available at Northwestern University’s Social Media Laboratory in the areas of computer-mediated communication, collaboration technology, and social interaction online. Review of applications begins immediately. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, three references, and a sample of published or submitted work, and should be sent to Professor Jeremy Birnholtz with the subject line “SML Postdoc application”. More details follow… The Social Media…
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Greetings to the ASIS&T community! I look forward to our gathering in Bangkok in less than a month. Many of you are probably putting finishing touches on presentations and papers and packing lists, mulling how to balance conference, beach, and monsoon gear! There’s a lot to think about as we prepare. Most of us will…
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Dear Colleagues: As we gather for the 2026 ASIS&T Annual Meeting, there is much to celebrate and even more to anticipate. This year’s meeting reflects the vitality, reach, and growing influence of our community. With more than 450 attendees representing 31 countries, the Annual Meeting once again demonstrates the global nature of information science and…
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ASIS&T Seeks an Editor-in-Chief, Information Matters The Association for Information Science & Technology (ASIS&T) invites a passionate, curious, and creative self-starter eager for a new challenge to apply for an exciting service and leadership role as the Editor-in-Chief of Information Matters. The search will take place over the next several months, with selection anticipated in…
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ASIS&T would like to recognize and thank the 1250 different individuals who gave their time and talents to the association this year and/or committed to a service role in the coming year. These individuals served on committees, SIGs, Chapters, Award Juries, as reviewers for the Annual Meeting, JASIST, and ARIST, and on various Editorial Boards.…
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The ASIS&T Headquarters team is preparing to travel to Bangkok for the ASIS&T Annual Meeting, and we are excited to welcome attendees from around the world! During the conference, many staff members will be onsite assisting with registration, attendee services, and event operations. As a result, response times may be slower than usual, and we…
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The ASIS&T Research Engagement Committee (REC) has developed a multi-part module series titled “Sharpening your Research Skills (SRS) Modules Series: Translating Research for Practice”. This series provides actionable research knowledge, particularly aimed at practitioners, students, early career professionals, and those from developing countries. It aims to address a range of research training needs – from…
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The ASIS&T Continuing Education (CE) Scholarship supports experienced information professionals in advancing their knowledge and skills through professional development opportunities. Designed for individuals with at least 15 years of experience in the field, the scholarship provides funding of up to $2,000 toward an approved continuing education course. This award recognizes a commitment to lifelong learning…
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ISS/SLC27 Call for Proposals is Now Open! Trust, Expertise and Value in a Post-AI World The Curtis Hotel | Denver, Colorado, USA May 22-25, 2027 Your Expertise. Your Ideas. Your Opportunity to Inspire! As AI and emerging technologies continue to reshape our profession, the value of human expertise, trust, and meaningful connections has never been…
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Register Now AM26 Bangkok: There is Still Time to Register! Registration is still open! Don’t miss your chance to learn from leading experts, discover fresh ideas, and connect with the global information science community! Registration rates increase after October 27, so click here to register today. Be sure to explore our exciting workshops and symposia…
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Register Now The ASIS&T AM26 Experience Continues Virtually! December 2-4, 2026 | ASIS&T Virtual Satellite Meeting The learning and connections don’t stop in Bangkok! Join us for the ASIS&T AM26 Virtual Satellite Meeting, featuring an exciting lineup of international presenters sharing innovative research, fresh perspectives, and the latest trends shaping information science. Great News for…
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