SIG-Infolearn Events
Check out the newest articles from Information Matters (IM), ASIS&T’s digital-only communication translational forum for information science, bringing relevant and current research evidence and industry developments, news, and opinion to a global public audience free of charge. Sign up for our weekly newsletters from IM. AI and India’s IT Odyssey-From Humble Beginnings to Global Dominance: A Fireside Chat with…
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Africa Chapter The Africa Chapter will have its quarterly general meeting on 27 March 2024 at 13h00 GMT (Time: 2pm WAT; 3pm SAST; 4pm EAT) – check your time here. Zoom meeting link: https://uct-za.zoom.us/j/98239361150?pwd=MWZGemtmUitERm1aVmt0NWtMV3NmUT09 (Meeting ID: 982 3936 1150 & Passcode: 032037). The chapter would like to showcase the rich and diverse research that members are involved in.…
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SIG-AI (Artificial Intelligence) SIG-AI and the Europe Chapter are hosting an online Research Symposium on Artificial Intelligence for Early Career Researchers and PhD Students. The symposium will take place on Monday 25th March 2024, 1:00 – 3:00 PM UK time, or 9:00 – 11:00 AM EDT. There is still time to register to attend by clicking on…
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ASIS&T Webinars, your source for online live and on-demand content created by the Association for Information Science & Technology, are free to ASIS&T members. Our webinars connect you with experts and global thought leaders in information science, management, and business on relevant professional issues. ASIS&T SIG-AI and the European Chapter Online Research Symposium on AI…
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iConference 2024 Virtual Academic Program: April 15 – 18, 2024 Onsite Academic Program in Changchun, China: April 22 – 26, 2024 2024 ARL IDEAL Conference July 15-17, 2024 | Toronto, Canada Don’t miss out on your EXTENDED opportunity to attend IDEAL 2024 at the advance rate.! The 2024 Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility in Libraries…
Read MoreTime: 20:00-21:00, January 25, 2024（GMT+8） Meeting Room: Zoom Participants: Yuxiang Chris Zhao, Sarira Khoir, Zhenjia Fan, Shaobo Liang, Huichuan Xia, Yuehua Zhao Recorded by Yuehua Zhao Agenda Items: 1. Self-Introduction of Attendees 2. Financial Activity Update (Presented by Safira) 3. Webinar Planning for 2024 4. Collaborations with Other Chapters 5. Regular Meetings
Read MoreASIS&T SIG III, IFLA New Professionals SIG, and UNT ASIS&T Student Chapter invite you to a free joint panel on opportunities and challenges in the job market on 28th March at 12:00 pm EST. Panel Description: You will learn tips and tricks for writing cover letters and Resumes/CVs. Our expert speakers will provide insights into what…
Read MoreWhat: Information Science & Technology Tools & Systems: NEASIS&T’s Annual Conference When: Friday, March 15, 2024 (9:00 AM – 1:05 PM EST) Where: Virtual via Zoom Who: NEASIS&T (Northeast Chapter of the Association for Information Science and Technology) Cost: Free for ASIS&T members; $10 for non-members The Northeast Chapter of the Association for Information Science…
Read MoreWith the collaboration of SIG-InfoLearn, the ASIS&T South Asia Chapter is going to organize the webinar titled “Balanced Life is Ideal Life”, on 14th March 2024, at 11.00 am EDT (Time converter). Highlights Learn to Live a Balanced Life to Increase Your Income Up to 700% Achieve Excellence in Professional Career Become a Characterful Human Being Abstract…
Read MoreWebinar on AI for Information Access: How Do We Do It Responsibly? 11 AM (EST) – 20 March 2024 Meeting Link : https://www.asist.org/meetings-events/webinars/ai-for-information-access-how-do-we-do-it-responsibly/ Over the last several years, AI-driven informational systems have proliferated around us. The pace at which AI is getting integrated in search, recommendation, and decision-support systems has quickened recently. Many of these…
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The standards committee voted APPROVE on ISO/FDIS 233-3 (Ed 3), Transliteration of Perso-Arabic characters into Latin characters — Part 3: Persian language This document establishes a system for the transliteration of the Persian characters (often called Perso-Arabic script) into Latin characters. This modification of the stringent rules established by ISO 233 is specifically intended to facilitate…
Read MoreISO/CD 25279 International statistics for school libraries is out for committee comment. This document specifies rules for the school library community on the collection, interpretation and reporting of statistics. The aim of this document is to provide a selection of statistical data that cover the current services and activities of all types of school libraries. …
Read MoreApproval of Proposed New Work Item: Trust Markers (ITEM) The standards co. itbee has voted YES This ballot is to approve a proposed new work item to create aNISO Recommended Practice for identification of trust markers for increasing credibility and trust in research. Ethics and integrity cases in submitted manuscripts are becoming an increasingly common problem, whilst…
Read MoreCall for Participation Universitat de Barcelona, Spain and viewable on Zoom The Europe Chapter (EC) of the Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T) seeks participation in this year’s IST conference on Celebrating Theory and Practice. The conference will be held in Barcelona, Spain, and presentations will also be viewable on Zoom. We invite researchers,…
Read MoreThe standards committee voted YES on Appointment of Co-Project Leader for ISO/TC 46/ SC 11/ JWG1 Steffan Schwalm has been appointed as Project Leader for ISO/NP 26277, Requirements for the use of blockchain and DLT with authoritative records, records systems, and records management ISO TC 307 has nominated Victoria Lemieux as co-project Leader. Note: Please note…
Read MoreThe standards committee has voted YES on this New Work Item and the appointment of the convener SO/TC 46/SC 9 resolves to create a new working group, ISO TC 46/SC 9/WG 21, titled “Global Media Identifier (GMId) for distribution channels and brands”, to develop work item ISO/AWI 25975, Global Media Identifier (GMId) and appoints Mr.…
Read MoreThe standards committee has voted NO on TC 46 /SC 9 Ballot – Re-appointment – Convenor ISO/TC 46/SC 9/WG 12 The standards committee has vote NO on Call for experts – ISO/TC 46/SC 11/AHG11 – ISO/PWI 26396 Archives and records management – Managing Records in Cloud Computing Environments Question: Do you wish to nominate an expert…
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Hello information people! In my part of the northern hemisphere the clocks changed overnight, and although that means that I am missing an hour of much-needed sleep, I am experiencing the annual seasonal glee of looking out the window at almost 7 PM and realizing it’s still light! Another hour of light means I’ll be…
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Greetings colleagues, As we move deeper into the year, I’m struck by the incredible momentum building across our community. The energy within ASIS&T has always been strong, but this year feels different-bigger, more connected, and full of possibility. Much of that is thanks to the exciting initiatives ahead and the remarkable progress we’re making together.…
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ASIS&T awards represent the greatest recognition and respect professionals may afford their colleagues. All ASIS&T members and non-members are invited and encouraged to submit nominations for the awards. Selections of award recipients are made after thoughtful and thorough consideration by appropriate jury or official body of the Association. The 2026 awards will be presented at…
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