... barmanbikramaditya215@gmail.com © 2026 Emerald Publishing Limited 2026 Emerald Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only ICT Libraries Digital transformation E-learning Research data AI collaboration Ethics The 2nd International Conference on Research Trends of ICT using Digital...

... sharing, and panels addressed ethical AI, consistent with broader concerns. As one finds in LIS literature, interdisciplinary collaboration was a focus: presentations often tied ICT research back to library needs. Digital transformation was a cross-cutting topic. Sessions on library technology...

... guidance to other libraries considering similar AI/digital transformations. At the same time, libraries face new challenges in the digital age. Users expect instant answers and personalized help anywhere, yet libraries often lack resources to staff reference desks around the clock. Privacy...

... underscored the value of interdisciplinary collaboration in driving sustainable and inclusive digital transformation. Originality/value This article bridges the gap between ICT advancements and practical applications in the LIS sector. It offers valuable insights for librarians, information managers...

... 2025 Emerald Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only Ranganathan’s five laws Artificial intelligence in libraries Ethical AI Library science LIS innovation Digital transformation Ranganathan’s five laws of library science, introduced in 1931, offer a timeless and adaptable...

... workshops and remote student support services. As noted by Huwe (2020) , academic libraries were thrust into a period of rapid digital transformation, requiring not just technological shifts but also a rethinking of service delivery models. Prior to the pandemic, many libraries, including York College...

... and interactive learning materials that teach users how to critically evaluate information, conduct research and use digital resources effectively. Metaverse Virtual libraries Library users Metaliteracy Digital librarians Digital transformation For example, Kietzmann et al. (2021...

...-use rights only Communities Digital preservation Cultural heritage Digital transformation Community libraries Extension of role Small community libraries (CLs) are important cultural institutions that play a vital role in preserving and promoting the rich heritage and history...

... trends and digital strategies that will lead to smart future. Originality/value The International Conference on Digital Transformation-2019 on the theme of “A Cognitive learning towards Artificial Intelligence” was convened by Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala, Punjab, India during...