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.

Awareness Program on Research Data Management@CUTN

Dear All, 

The Department of Library and Information Science at the Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN), Thiruvarur, in collaboration with the INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar, and sponsored by DataCite-GAF Programme & Central University of Tamil Nadu, organized a one-day awareness program on Research Data Management (RDM) on 25th November 2024. The event, held at the Media Theatre, CUTN, aimed to educate participants on the importance and best practices for managing research data effectively.

The program began with the traditional Tamil Thai Vazhthu and the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, followed by a welcome address from Prof. S. Thanuskodi, Head of the Department of Library and Information Science, CUTN. The session featured addresses from Prof. B. Radha, Dean of the School of Communication, Prof. S. Ravi, Former Dean, and the Honourable Vice Chancellor, Prof. M. Krishnan, who emphasized the role of RDM in advancing research transparency. The inaugural session concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Akhandanand Shukla, Programme Coordinator and Faculty at DLIS CUTN. 

The technical sessions commenced with Mr. Hitesh Kumar Solanki presenting an overview of Research Data Management, discussing the types of research data and the importance of open data for transparency, collaboration, and innovation. The second session, led by Mr. Pallab Pradhan, focused on Data Management Plans (DMP), explaining how these plans ensure effective handling, storage, sharing, and preservation of research data. Mr. Pradhan also introduced tools for creating DMPs and their benefits. In the third session, Mr. Pradhan elaborated on the role of Persistent Identifiers (PIDs), DataCite, and Metadata Standards in research data, explaining the importance of DOI and other identifiers for research data deposition. He also touched on the NIH Data Management and Sharing Policy and the principles of data citation. The fourth session, led by Mr. Solanki, covered the National Research Data Repository (NRDR), including its policy, workflow, and key features for institutional coordinators and researchers. A demonstration on how to access and upload data to the NRDR was provided.

The program concluded with a valedictory session, where Dr. Taddi Murali welcomed the dignitaries, and Dr. S. Ravikumar presented the program report. Feedback from participants highlighted the program's effectiveness in enhancing their understanding of RDM. Mr. Pallab Pradhan, Scientist-C at INFLIBNET Centre, served as the Guest of Honour, while Dr. R. Parameswaran, Librarian at Chozha Central Library, CUTN, emphasized the importance of electronic resources and RDM principles at the institutional level. Dr. S. Dhanavandan, Deputy Librarian, CUTN, delivered a felicitation address, recognizing the program's success. Dr. K. G. Sudhier, Assistant Professor at DLIS CUTN, delivered the vote of thanks. The session closed with the National Anthem and tea/snacks. The program was attended by 98 registered participants, including PG students, research scholars, library professionals, and faculty members from various subject fields. The program was compered by Dr. V. K. Dhanyashree, and research scholars Ms. Bhavya K. P., Ms. Rishika Sohni, Ms. Komal Sahu, and Mr. Abhijit Roy worked as rapporteurs for the sessions.

Glimpses of the program are provided below:

One-Day Awareness Program on Research Data Management

Dear All,

This is to inform you that the Department of Library & Information Science at Central University of Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur, is organizing a one-day awareness program on Research Data Management in collaboration with INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, on November 25, 2024. The program is sponsored by DataCite-GAF.

Major Topics

The program will cover major topics such as: Research Data Management, Data Management Plans (DMP) and General Practices for Researchers, Metadata and Policy Framework, DataCite and the Role of Persistent Identifiers (PIDs), and the National Research Data Repository.

Target Audience

The program is intended for researchers, data managers, librarians, funding agencies, and other stakeholders involved in research data management.

Program Date and Duration

November 25, 2024@10:00 AM onwards. The duration of the program is one day in offline mode.

Registration Fee

There is no registration fee to attend the program.

Registration

Applications for registration should be submitted online on or before November 19, 2024. Each participant must submit a nomination letter from the head of their department, institute, or research guide while registering online.

Accommodation

There is no accommodation or transportation facility provided by the host institution or program organizers.

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Successful Participation in International Conference by Suman Barath & Ammaji Rajitha

Dear All,

This is to inform you that Mr. Suman Barath and Mrs. Ammaji Rajitha, Ph. D. Scholars of the Department have participated and presented the paper in 67th Annual Conference of Indian Library Association - 2022 (International Conference) on the theme "Open Access Sources and Information Services during Post-COVID Times: Challenges and Opportunities" organized by Dravidian University Library & DLISc, Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh; Indian Library Association (ILA), New Delhi; Andhra Pradesh Library Association (APLA), Vijayawada; and Madras Library Association (MALA), Chennai during 24th- 26th March, 2022. They successfully presented the their paper in the international conference.

 

Department congrats to both the research scholars for their successful participation and presentation in the International Conference.

Dr. K. G. Sudhier as Resource Person@LISACON 2020 on 29th August, 2020

Dear All,

This is to inform you that Dr. K. G. Sudhier, Assistant Professor of the Department has been invited as a Resource Person to deliver a lecture on "Accessing Academic Library Resources: Leveraging Web Scale Delivery Services in the Digital Age" in 3rd National Virtual Conference on Reinventing Excellence in Librarianship (LISACON 2020), 27-30th August, 2020. The program is organised by LIS Academy, Bangalore in association with IGML Library, University of Hyderabad. 

The students and scholars are advised to attend the program for enhancing their information and knowledge in the field.

Thanks.

Dr. Akhandanand Shukla as Resource Person@CLISNET Web Conference, 12th-14th August, 2020

Dear All,

This is to inform you that Dr. Akhandanand Shukla, Associate Professor of the Department has been invited as a Resource Person to deliver a lecture on MOOCs on National Web Conference on "Future of Libraries in Digital Environment: Challenges and Opportunities for Librarianship in the Post COVID Era" during 12th-14th August, 2020. The program is organised by Chhattisgarh Library and Information Science Network (CLISNET). 

 

 

The students and scholars are advised to attend the program for enhancing their information and knowledge in the field. 

Thanks.