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ICoASL-2025 Conference

ICoASL-2025 9TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF ASIAN SPECIAL LIBRARIES ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF LIBRARIES THROUGH INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES
09-11 May 2025, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Organized By
Madhu Limaye Library, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow
In collaboration with: Special Libraries Association, Asia Community
Society for Library Professionals, Uttar Pradesh Library Association
Program Structure
The conference program will include plenary sessions, invited and contributed papers, poster sessions, product presentations, and panel discussions. A series of parallel sessions will be held, offering delegates a wide range of in-depth presentations by leading national and international experts, with a social and library tour.
Thematic Areas
Innovative Library Services
AI Tools and Services, Application of Google Services in Libraries, Application of Semantic Webs, Blockchain Management, Deep Learning & Discovery Tools, Generative AI for Education, Information Sources and Service Models, IoT functionality of library spaces, Library Portal-based Services, Use of Robotics Technology in Libraries
Emerging Trends in Special Libraries
Application of Hybrid Security Systems in Libraries, Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality Applications in Libraries, Big Data: Collection, Storage, Access and Data Mining, Cloud Preservation: Issues and Challenges, Libraries' Role in Curating, Management and Exposing Big Data, Strategies and Challenges in Archiving and Sharing Research Data
Inclusive Library Environment
Open-source software for people with disabilities, Assistive Technologies for disabled people, Library Services to disabled users in the digital era, The disability divides in access to online resources
Open Access Movement
OAI and OA Publishing, Free Access to Law Movement, Government Initiatives @ Open Access, Open Educational Resources (OER) and Management, Open-Source Software and Libraries, Role of libraries in promoting and disseminating OERs
IPR and Libraries
Access Rights Management, Creative Commons, Digital Libraries: IPR and Copyright issues, Digital Licensing: Issues and Challenges, Digital Rights Management, Impact of Piracy on Libraries, IPR: Global Efforts, IPR: Role of LIS Professionals, etc.
Ethical Challenges in Innovative Technologies
Ethical Use of AI in Libraries, Privacy Concerns and AI Technology, Ethical Responsibilities @ Technological Innovation, AI and Legal Issues, AI and Human Rights Issues, Research Ethics, Plagiarism & Academic Integrity, Academic Integrity and Ethics, E-publishing and research writings, Ethical issues in research, Fair Use and Copyright Infringement, Plagiarism Policy and Govt. Initiatives, Similarity Checker Software Tools: Case Studies
Library Associations & Networks & LIS Education
Initiatives of Library Associations in India, Law Librarianship: Issues and Concerns, Library Legislation and Implementation, Role of Associations for Development of LIS Profession, Contribution of Library Networks, Role of Libraries in NEP-2020 policy
Information and Business
Information Marketing, Customizing Info Service, Skills and Competency Development, Social Media in Libraries, Improving Digital literacy, Building capacity measures, Information Entrepreneurship
Information Society: Emerging Paradigm
Information Society: Best Practices in Libraries & Sustainable Models, Community-Based Information Systems, Information Literacy and Competency, Mapping Community Participation, Private and Public Partnership in Information Development, ONOS: Challenges and Opportunities, Traditional Knowledge System: Issues and Challenges
Registration Fee
Indian Delegates: ₹ 4000/- (without accommodation), ₹ 5500/- (with accommodation on sharing basis)
Research Scholars: ₹ 2500/- (without accommodation), ₹ 3500/- (with accommodation on sharing basis)
Students: ₹ 1500/- (without accommodation), ₹ 2500/- (with accommodation on sharing basis)
Foreign Delegates: US$ 120 or equal amount in INR
Discount: 15% discount for SLA members, members of associated organizations, accompanied persons, students, retired professionals, and additional participants from the same organization.
Note: Registration fee is non-refundable. Accommodation is not included in the registration fee. Registration will be confirmed only if the form is duly completed and payment is received in full.
Important Dates
Paper Submission Deadline: 15th March 2025
Registration Deadline: 30th April 2025
Contact Information
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Phone: +91 522 2425902 Ext 146, 148
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