Prof. S. Thanuskodi Recognised Among the World’s Top 2% Scientists in 2026

Dear All,

The Department of Library and Information Science, Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN), is pleased to share that Prof. S. Thanuskodi, Head of the Department of Library and Information Science, has been listed among the Top 2% of Scientists Worldwide for 2026, according to the listing based on data from Elsevier and Stanford University.

As per the ranking details provided by TopSciNet, Prof. Thanuskodi has a global rank of 668,540 in the main field of Social Sciences and a global rank of 534 in the subfield of Information and Library Sciences. His reported H-index is 6, and his Hm-index is 4. 

This recognition highlights his scholarly contributions to the field of Library and Information Science. His research interests include bibliometrics, webometrics, digital libraries, information technology, and classification theory. His academic work contributes to the development of research and scholarship in Library and Information Science. 

The recognition is a proud moment for the Department and the University. The faculty members, research scholars, students, and staff of the Department extend their congratulations to Prof. Thanuskodi and wish him continued success in his academic and research endeavours.

Successful Completion of Open Ph.D. Viva-Voce of Mr. Palthe Ramu Naik, Ph.D. Scholar

Dear All, 

We are pleased to inform you that Mr. Palthe Ramu Naik, Ph.D. Scholar (R191902) of the Department of Library & Information Science, Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN), Thiruvarur, successfully defended his Open Ph.D. Viva-Voce Examination held in the Smart Classroom on 9th October 2026, at 11:30 AM. His doctoral research is titled “Health Information Seeking Behaviour of Tribal People in Rayalaseema Region, Andhra Pradesh: A Study.” 

He presented his research work in detail and satisfactorily answered the questions and queries raised by the External Examiner and other participants during the Open Ph.D. Viva-Voce Examination. Dr. Udayan Bhattacharrya, Professor, Jadavpur University, Kolkata, served as the External Examiner for the examination. Dr. V. K. Dhanyasree, Assistant Professor and Research Supervisor, served as the Convener of the Open Ph.D. Viva-Voce Examination. The Open Ph.D. Viva-Voce Examination was attended by the RAC members, faculty members, research scholars, postgraduate students, and other members of the academic community. 

The Department of Library & Information Science congratulates Mr. Palthe Ramu Naik on the successful completion of his Open Ph.D. Viva-Voce Examination and wishes him continued success in his academic and professional endeavours.

Celebrating International Open Access Week 2026@DLIS CUTN

Dear All, 

This is to inform you that the Department of Library and Information Science, Central University of Tamil Nadu, has scheduled a celebration of International Open Access Week 2026. Dr. Reggie Raju, Director, Research & Learning Services, The University of Cape Town Libraries, will be the invited speaker to deliver a talk on “Beyond the Financial Veil: The Domino Costs of Open Access” on October 22, 2026, at 3:00 PM (IST) through Google Meet.

Google Meet Link: https://meet.google.com/uou-ufcg-yay

Date & Time: 22nd October 2026, 03:00 PM (IST)

All are invited to attend the program.

Successful Presentation at COLLNET 2026 by Ms. Dharmavarapu Sindhu

Dear All, 

We are pleased to inform you that Ms. Dharmavarapu Sindhu, Research Scholar, Department of Library and Information Science, Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN), Thiruvarur, successfully participated in the 20th International Conference on Webometrics, Informetrics and Scientometrics (WIS) & 25th COLLNET Meeting (COLLNET 2026). The conference was organized by Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka, Badulla, Sri Lanka, on 1–2 October 2026. The conference brought together researchers and scholars working in the areas of scientometrics, bibliometrics, webometrics, information science, research evaluation, artificial intelligence, and related fields.

Ms. Dharmavarapu Sindhu presented her research paper entitled: “Awareness, Usage, and Perceptions of AI Tools in Academic Writing and Research: Evidence from Faculty and Research Scholars”. The research addresses the growing use of Artificial Intelligence tools in academic writing and research and examines the awareness, usage patterns, and perceptions of AI tools among faculty members and research scholars.

The Department congratulates Ms. Dharmavarapu Sindhu on her successful participation and presentation at this prestigious international conference and wishes her continued success in her academic and research pursuits.

DLIS CUTN Students Participate in Regional Meet on AI-Enabled Libraries@IIT Madras

Dear All, 

We are delighted to inform you that a One-Day Regional Meet on “Re-engineering Arts, Science, Engineering, and Technology Libraries with Artificial Intelligence” was organised by the Central Library, Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), Chennai, on September 11, 2026. Six students from the Department of Library and Information Science, Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN), Thiruvarur, were selected to participate in the regional meet, including two First-Year and four Second-Year MLIS students. 

The regional meet brought together librarians, library professionals, academicians, and students from various academic institutions across South India. The programme focused on the emerging role of Artificial Intelligence in academic libraries, covering topics such as Generative AI, AI-based resource discovery, collection development, cataloguing and metadata, research support services, information literacy, digital libraries, library automation, scholarly communication, and the responsible use of AI. The sessions delivered by eminent library professionals from leading institutions, including IIT Delhi, IIT Bhubaneswar, Banaras Hindu University, and IIT Madras, provided valuable insights into the changing landscape of academic librarianship and the growing applications of Artificial Intelligence in library and information services. 

A visit to the IIT Madras Central Library was another significant highlight of the programme. The students gained valuable professional exposure, interacted with library experts, and developed a better understanding of the practical applications of AI and other emerging technologies in academic library operations and services. The participation provided the DLIS CUTN students with an enriching learning experience and an opportunity to understand the evolving role of AI-enabled libraries and the emerging competencies required of future library and information professionals. 

Participation certificates were awarded to the students in recognition of their involvement in the regional meet. The programme served as a valuable platform for knowledge sharing, professional interaction, and exposure to the future possibilities of Artificial Intelligence in academic libraries.