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Basic Members Directory Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin Berlin School of Library and Information Science Basic Germany Europe Member Since 2009 Visit School About The Berlin School of Library and Information science is the only university in the German-speaking world where students can get a BA, MA, or PhD in the field of Library and Information Science. The Berlin School was elected to membership in the iSchool Caucus in 2009, an indication of its role as one of the leading programs in Library and Information Science internationally. As the only German school for Library and Information Science at the university level, we aspire to research that which preserves the focus of traditional library science, while embracing the shift in scholarly communication and the focus on digitalization. Within the arena of information and knowledge processes and the development of new communication cultures, the interaction between humans and technology takes center stage in research and teaching. Students acquire professional competencies and skills by actively answering scientific questions. Students at the IBI also gain necessary management competencies that qualify them for a variety of visionary roles in designing information services and in librarianship. Students and teachers must learn from each other. This reciprocity occurs through the use of modern pedagogy and by integrating students into research projects: both supporting and challenging them. Our students are versatile, flexible, and excellently educated information professionals iSchool Contacts Maria Gäde Representative Evaluation of Information Systems, Multilingual Information Retrieval, Information Literacy & Digital Literacy Contact Vivien Petras Head of School Information Retrieval Contact Contact

Associate Members Directory University of Applied Sciences of the Grisons Swiss Institute for Information Science Associate Switzerland Europe Member Since 2020 Visit School About The Swiss Institute for Information Science (SII) develops and devises solutions for current and future challenges and issues relating to the production, organisation and distribution of knowledge and information. The interdisciplinary team of the Swiss Institute for Information Science (SII) possesses both the required methodological expertise and the necessary knowledge from various application domains in the areas of business and administration. The close interlinking of applied research and services as well as education and further training is a key aspect. Knowledge acquired and experience gained during the course of research and service projects is always immediately incorporated in teaching. iSchool Contacts Ingo Barkow Head of Institute Information Lifecycle Management Contact Bernard Bekavac Director of Studies BSc Information Science Information Retrieval Contact Wolfgang Semar Representative Knowledge Management Contact

Basic Members Directory Victoria University of Wellington Wellington School of Business and Government Basic New Zealand Asia Pacific Member Since 2021 Visit School About As a capital city business school, Wellington School of Business and Government is embedded in the heart of New Zealand’s centre of digital innovation, entrepreneurship, policymaking, and creativity. From this location, we create an educational environment that allows students to consider economic issues from commercial, government, and social impact perspectives. We take pride in developing leaders who understand that organisational success requires a holistic view, including financial, environmental, and social sustainability. We capitalise on our location and expertise to create meaningful connections with the corporations, not-for-profit organisations, and government agencies around us. Our unique position has allowed us to develop the capabilities needed to conduct innovative, world-leading research that finds solutions to intractable problems, supports the development of new businesses, guides innovations in government, and builds capability in civil society. Our students reap the benefits of these close engagements through real-world projects, internships, special guest lectures from industry professionals, and rich professional networking opportunities. We are also leaders in the way we teach. At Wellington School of Business and Government we combine rigorous academic training with application-based learning, a combination that allows students to develop both sound conceptual skills and strong professional behaviours that are critical to their performance in the workplace. At Wellington School of Business and Government we are proud to have a range of innovative partnerships with the entrepreneurship community in Wellington through business incubators such as Creative HQ, as well as with a number of technology companies. In 2019, we opened The Atom Innovation Space. The Atom provides a base for students to start their entrepreneurial journeys and to get advice and support from entrepreneurs who have done it all before. Our strong relationship with New Zealand central government is exemplified by the spectrum of government departments and agencies engaging with our Professorial Chairs. We also have a range of partnerships with universities, government agencies, and corporations across the Asia–Pacific region, creating a diverse and exciting study body. All of these factors have created a group of graduates who are second to none and succeed at the highest level in all walks of life—in New Zealand and internationally. iSchool Contacts Jennifer Campbell-Meier Representative Library and Information studies Contact Contact Contact

Back to Past Conferences iConference 2024 Wisdom, Well-being, Win-win Jilin University, China, and University of Tsukuba, Japan Virtual: Mar. 15 - 18, 2024 Onsite: Apr. 22 - 26, 2024 Proceedings Total virtual participants: 536 Total participants onsite in Changchun: 350 Full Research Papers: 36 (acceptance rate 33%) Short Research Papers: 55 (acceptance rate 62%) Chinese Research Papers: 68 Spanish & Portuguese Research Papers: 10 Posters: 65 (acceptance rate 80%) Workshops & Panels: 17 Colloquia and Symposia acceptance: 53 (87%) Reviewer: 319 Participants per Region Conference Chairs Yingtong Guo Jilin University, China Jun Deng Jilin University, China Atsushi Toshimori University of Tsukuba, Japan Atsuyuki Morishima University of Tsukuba, Japan Organizers Full Research Papers Chairs: Hideo Joho (University of Tsukuba, Japan), Jie Ma (Jilin University, China) and Preben Hansen (Stockholm University, Sweden) Short Research Papers Chairs: Dan Wu (Wuhan University, China), Masanori Koizumi (University of Tsukuba, Japan) and Anne Gilliland (University of California, USA) Posters Chairs: Lei Pei (Nanjing University, China), Alex Poole (Drexel University, USA) and Ellie Sayyad Abdi (Curtin University, Australia) Spanish-Portuguese Research Papers Chairs: Josep Cobarsí Morales (Universitat Oberta de Catalunya, Spain), Diana Lucio Arias (Pontificia Universidad Javeriana), Colombia, Sara Martínez Cardama (Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, Spain) and Alan César Belo Angeluci (Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil) Chinese Research Papers Chairs: Xiwei Wang (Jilin University, China), Yang Zhang (Sun Yat-Sen University, China) and Gaohui Zhang (Central China Normal University, China) Workshops & Panels Chairs: Ina Fourie (University of Pretoria, South Africa), Chengzhi Zhang (Nanjing University of Science and Technology, China) and Wonsik Jeff Shim (Sungkyunkwan University, South Korea) Doctoral Colloquium Chairs: Widad Mustafa El Hadi (Europe & Africa, University of Lille, France), Howard Rosenbaum (North America, Indiana University Bloomington, USA), Tina Du (Asia Pacific, Charles Sturt University, Australia) Early Career Colloquium Chairs: Charles Senteio (North America, Rutgers University, USA), Jiangping Chen (North America, University of North Texas, USA), Debbie Meharg (Europe & Africa, Edinburgh Napier University, Scotland), YuXiang Zhao (Asia Pacific, Nanjing University, China) Student Symposium Chairs: Hui Yan (Asia Pacific, Renmin University of China, China), Romain Herault (Europe & Africa, Linnaeus University, Sweden) and Elizabeth Eikey (North America, University of Californa, USA) Proceedings Chair: Isaac Sserwanga, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin The Organizing Committee was responsible for the program. Program Committee Sponsors & Partners ⋆ Adobe Japan ⋆ Springer ⋆ Research Data Management Librarian Academy, Information & Culture Awards Best Full Research Paper What Motivates You to Use VR Exergames to Substitute for Real Sports? An Empirical Study Based on Technology Readiness and Technology Acceptance Model H. Sun & Q. Ke Best Full Research Paper Award sponsored by Springer Nature and the iSchools. The 2024 award included a prize of $1,000 U.S. RUNNERS UP Title: "If I Like BLANK, What Else Will I Like?”: Analyzing a Human Recommendation Community on Reddit Authors: T. B. M. Cao and T. Bogers Title: Towards a Better Understanding of Cyber Awareness Amongst Migrant Communities in Australia Authors: M. Anwar, M. Saha, G. Oliver, M. Ibrahim and C. Rudolph Title: To Impress an Algorithm: Minoritized Applicants' Perception of Fairness in AI Hiring Systems Authors: A. Girona and L. Yarger Title: Community Members' Perspective on Public Libraries as Places to Overcome Social Divisions: A Case Study in Oslo Authors: T. Igarashi, J. Johnston and M. Koizumi Best Short Research Paper A problematic dichotomy in the perspective of field theory: hermeneutics and quantitative analysis in distant reading M. Chen Best Short Research Paper The 2024 award included a prize of $500 U.S. RUNNERS UP Title: “Words Are Not Just Words; They Carry Experiences Within Them”: Navigating Personal Information Management in Multilingual Contexts Author: L. Alon and M. Krtalić Title: AIGC-Enabled Interdisciplinary Science Measurement Authors: J. Liu, X. Wang, D. Wang and L. Pei Title: A WOS-based Investigation of Authors for English Predatory Journals Author: Q. Tan, X. Yuan and Z. Li Title: Data Curation Competencies, Skill sets, and Tools Analysis Authors: A. Murillo, A. Yoon, M. Duncan and A. Thomas-Fennelly Best Poster Shaping the community identity of digital humanities: A global investigation on scholar composition of digital humanities centers Z. Hu, J. Liu and L. Pei The Best Poster award 2024 included a prize of $300 U.S. RUNNERS UP Title: Assessing User Needs and Expectations of Informal Care Partners of People with Dementia for Digital Memory Book Applications Authors: M. S. Park, C. Oh, Y. Lee, J. Bong, and H. S. Lee Title: Learning About Life in the US: A Pilot Study on the Information Behavior of Nigerian Diasporans Authors: Y. Ajibola, J. Kociubuk, and C. Jackson Title: Mapping Areas in Need of Immigrant-Focused Crisis Support Authors: L. Hong, A. Roeschley and Y. Du Title: Doc on the Tok: How BIPOC College Students Perceive Healthcare Professionals’ Social Media Content Authors: K. N. Fletcher, M. Kazmi, A. Aljundi, J. Ingram, H. Thomas, K. Booth, and O. Haimson Best Chinese Research Paper Research on Early Identification of Emerging Topics Based on the Three-Dimensional Framework for Weak Signals Jin Mao, Ming Ma, Gang Li & Shuxuan Xiang The Best Chinese Research Paper award 2024 included a prize of $1000 U.S. RUNNERS UP Title: 用户信息素养与谣言验证意愿：基于动态视角的组态效应研究 Authors: 校亮 沈, 忧 吴 and 永强 孙 Title: “能”与“势”：生态学与物理学交叉视角下的跨学科知识交流动力模型研究 Authors: Z. Peng, G. Ye, S. Li and L. Xia Title: Research on Academic Knowledge Mapping Construction Program for Evaluating Academic Achievements in China under the Perspective of Full Evaluation Authors: Z. R. Wang, S. H. Deng, X. Y. Song, W. X. Yang and H. Wang Title: Personalized Recommendation Rationality on Content Platforms: Construct and Effect Authors: G. Li and M. Wang The organizing team of the iConference 2024 included members from 13 countries.

Online Workshop Back Information Service for an Aging Society Time & Location December 8, 2022 Online Workshop About the Workshop This workshop has discussed the current status and prospects of information services for the aging of the population on a global scale. This workshop has been held as the first AP-iSchools seminar and a part of AP iNext activity. Speakers & Topics Shengli Deng Wuhan University China Coping Behaviour of Middle-aged and Elderly People with Health Misinformation in Public Health Emergency Chieko Mizoue University of Tsukuba Japan Investigating Information Literacy of Older People in Japan's Library Masaki Takeda University of Tsukuba Japan Lifelong Learning by Older People and the Role of Public Libraries

iCaucus Members Directory Central China Normal University School of Information Management iCaucus China Asia Pacific Member Since 2019 Visit School About The Department of Library and Information Science, reestablished by Central China Normal University in 1984, was renamed as the Department of Information Management in 1993. At present, the School of Information Management has developed into a strong unit of teaching and research, having ranked the 4th of the same discipline in the assessment of first-level disciplines of schools and universities nationwide by the Degree Center of the Ministry of Education for 6 consecutive years. This School is also the member of the Nationwide E-commerce Teaching Steering Committee of Schools and Universities of the Ministry of Education. It has a key research base of humanities and social sciences of Hubei province——Hubei E-commerce Research Center, one national excellent teaching team, two national excellent courses, one national bilingual model course and one provincial brand major. The School has two teaching and research offices（Information Management and Information System Teaching and Research Office, and E-commerce Teaching and Research Office）, five research centers(E-commerce Research Center, Knowledge Management and Knowledge Service Research Center, E-government Research Center, CCNU CAS Prediction Research Center and Intellectual Property Research Center), one experimental center(including E-commerce, Information Management and Information System, E-commerce Security Certification laboratories) and one quality education base(CCNU Student Career Development Education Base). In addition, the School has training institutions, such as Wuhan E-commerce Training Center of Ministry of Information Industry, Computer Application Training and Testing Base of Hubei Human Affairs Hall, Hubei Professional and Technician Continuing Education Base for Information Management, etc. The School has 49 staff members, including 16 professors, 14 associate professors, 1 distinguished professor, 3 adjunct professors, 10 doctoral supervisors, 20 postgraduate supervisors, 2 excellent talents of New Century Talent Supporting Plan by Ministry of Education, 1 National Excellent Teacher and 1 Famous Teacher of CCNU. The School has 1 doctorate authorized first-level discipline(Management Science and Engineering ), 1 doctorate authorized secondary discipline(Information Science), 2 mastership authorized first-level disciplines(Management Science and Engineering, and Library Information and Archives Administration), 3 mastership authorized secondary disciplines(Information Science, Library Science and Business Management), 3 professional master programs(Logistics Engineering, Project Management and Agricultural Extension), 4 undergraduate programs(Information Management and Information System, E-commerce, E-commerce(logistics oriented), Reformed Pilot Class for E-commerce Top Innovative Talent Cultivation,) all of which are non-normal specialties and enroll candidates from nationwide. With great comprehensive qualities, the graduates of the School enjoy praises of their employers. And the employment rate of graduates has always been 100% over the years. iSchool Contacts Gaohui Cao Head of School Contact Hui Chen Representative Contact Contact

Supporting Members Directory Michigan State University Department of Media and Information Supporting United States of America North America Member Since 2013 Visit School About The Department of Media and Information offers an interdisciplinary and energetic learning environment united by a passion for media and information. In our state-of-the-art labs (such as the Games for Entertainment & Learning Lab, Rural Computing Consortium, and Social and Psychological Approaches to Research on Technology-Interaction Effects (SPARTIE) Lab) and centers (Quello Center for Media & Information Policy), we're researching new avenues of communication technology and computer-centered interaction. In our classrooms, our world-class, award-winning faculty teach all aspects of the vibrant media ecosystem. We offer two B.A. degrees (Information Science and Games & Interactive Media) and an M.A. degree (Media and Information). We are a part of the jointly offered Ph.D. in Information and Media and participate in several minors. Our research and Creative Work spans from video game design to human-centered research, to documentary filmmaking - our faculty and students strive to empower individuals. Our work makes a difference. iSchool Contacts Mike Stern Chair of Departement Contact Contact Contact

iCaucus Members Directory University of California, Irvine Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences iCaucus United States of America North America Member Since 2005 Visit School About By establishing the University of California's first computer science school in 2002, UC Irvine made an investment in the future that reflects its historical commitment to raising the bar of excellence. From pioneering computer science courses more than three decades ago to the creation of the Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences (ICS), UCI continues to be an institute that leads information technology education and research across the globe. ICS began as a department in 1968. More than 35 years later, it was formally recognized as a school — and in June 2004, the School adopted benefactor Donald Bren's name in recognition of his generous contribution and visionary leadership. As an independent school focused solely on the computer and information sciences, ICS has a unique perspective on the information technology disciplines that allows us a broad foundation from which to build educational programs and research initiatives that explore the many applications of the computing discipline — from circuits and systems to software engineering and human aspects of computing. Building on our strong foundation of computer science fundamentals, ICS conducts cutting-edge research in strategic areas ideal for collaborative work. By blending research with education in multiple disciplines, the Bren School is leading interdisciplinary efforts in order to meet the challenges of the future. iSchool Contacts Marios Papaefthymiou Dean of School Computer Science Contact Contact Contact

Basic Members Directory Bar-Ilan University Department of Information Science and Applied Artificial Intelligence Basic Israel Europe Member Since 2015 Visit School About The Department of Information Science and Applied Artificial Intelligence at Bar-Ilan University offers a dynamic and interdisciplinary program that prepares students for the digital world. Our curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including web development, psychotechnology, human-computer interaction (HCI), data management and analytics, generative AI, cybersecurity, big data, and relational and NOSQL databases. Students also gain practical skills in network and knowledge graph construction and analysis, social media, and AI-powered digital marketing. Graduates are well-prepared for careers as web developers, digital specialists, and IT experts, working in various sectors such as government, healthcare, GLAM institutions, and high-tech companies. Hands-on experience and industry partnerships ensure our students are equipped for success in Israel's leading organizations. iSchool Contacts Maayan Zhitomirsky-Geffet Head of School AI and data-driven methodologies in computational social sciences and humanities, ethics and AI, data modelling, semantic web, multi-viewpoint ontologies and knowledge graphs Contact Contact Contact

Basic Members Directory University of British Columbia School of Information Basic Canada North America Member Since 2011 Visit School About UBC School of Information is an internationally ranked, multi-disciplinary school, offering multiple graduate programs: Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS), Master of Archival Studies (MAS), Dual MLIS/MAS, an interdisciplinary Master of Children’s Literature (MACL), and a PhD. An undergraduate Minor in Informatics was introduced in 2021. The MLIS is ALA-accredited, and our alumni work at organizations across the globe. UBC iSchool offers a research-intensive study environment, with international partnerships and competitive funding, at one of the best public universities in the world. While situated at a large university, UBC iSchool offers students ready access to their professors, and a large variety of work-based learning opportunities at local, national and international organizations. Located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) people, we are a community of faculty, practitioners, students, research and support staff, all working together to advance the study and practice of information. iSchool Contacts Luanne Sinnamon Director of School Human Information Interaction Contact Elizabeth Nolan Administrator Contact Contact

Basic Members Directory University of Zadar Department of Information Sciences and Technologies Basic Croatia Europe Member Since 2023 Visit School About Department of Information Sciences and Technologies of the University of Zadar, Croatia, is conducting research and developing study programs at the bachelor, master and doctoral levels in the field of information sciences. The doctoral study programme Knowledge society and information transfer is one of the two doctoral study programs available in Croatia, and has been successful in producing a number of exceptional doctoral theses. Our study programs address the whole field of information sciences, particularly theory and practice of organizing, managing, sharing, evaluating, and using information, user studies, information literacy, academic communication and open science, human-computer interaction, data science, cultural heritage, as well as digital humanities and digital transformation of GLAM institutions and the role of information in contemporary society. The Department facilitates and actively supports collaboration and synergy between academics, students, and stakeholders, mainly through laboratories (specifically the UX Lab), scientific centers, research projects and cooperation with (inter)national partners. iSchool Contacts Mate Juric Head of School Information Behaviour, Information Literacy; Human-Computer Interaction, User Experience Contact Contact Contact

Associate Members Directory Enssib École nationale supérieure des sciences de l'information et des bibliothèques Associate France Europe Member Since 2023 Visit School About Enssib is a public institution that operates under the auspices of the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research. As the National Library and Information Sciences School, it trains managers in information, documentation and library sciences for the public and private sectors, through a combination of initial and continuing education. It puts great store on research as well as on promoting science and culture, particularly through its publications, its events program and the distribution of its open access resources. Enssib provides initial statutory trainings for civil servants destined for scientific and supervisory functions in libraries ; a lifelong training program in information science and libraries, on site and remotely ; three tracks of Masters programs (Information and Library Sciences ; History, civilizations, heritage ; Digital Humanities). It also provides two diplomas, all carried out remotely. iSchool Contacts Nathalie Marcerou-Ramel Director of School Contact Thomas Chaimbault-Petitjean International Relations Officer Contact Contact