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The Proceedings contain high quality iConference papers and are published in various venues, which partnered with the iSchools organization. Back to iConference Proceedings The Proceedings contain high quality iConference papers and are published in various venues, which partnered with the iSchools organization. Read More Past Proceedings iConference 2026 Papers Posters iConference 2025 Papers Posters iConference 2024 Papers Posters iConference 2023 Papers I Posters Papers II iConference 2022 Papers I Posters Papers II iConference 2021 Papers I Posters Papers II iConference 2020 Papers Posters iConference 2019 Papers Posters iConference 2018 Papers iConference 2017 Proceedings iConference 2016 Proceedings iConference 2015 Proceedings iConference 2014 Proceedings iConference 2013 Proceedings iConference 2012 Proceedings iConference 2011 Proceedings iConference 2010 Proceedings iConference 2009 Proceedings iConference 2008 Proceedings iConference 2006 Proceedings iConference 2005 Proceedings

iSchools community groups are established and independently led interest groups by our community members. These communities have their own vision and activities, and welcome everyone who is interested to join them. iSchools Communities iSchools community groups are established and independently led interest groups by our community members. These communities have their own vision and activities, and welcome everyone who is interested to join them. The iSchools Organization encourages our community to establish their very own interest groups. Doctoral Students Black Coalition Qualitative Research Group Digital Memory Group Community Informatics Group Women's Coalition Climate Action Coalition AP Next Generation Committee Indigenous Research Collective AP Future Information Leaders Network

The Teaching & Knowledge Exchange section of the iSchools organisation is dedicated to knowledge sharing, mobility experiences, international cooperation and partnership development. Back to EU Region Teaching & Knowledge Exchange Teaching & Knowledge Exchange Section of the iSchools organisation is dedicated to knowledge sharing, mobility experiences, international cooperation and partnership development. Knowledge sharing and international academic and professional mobility experiences contribute to individual enrichment with clear gains for the entire iSchools community. Supporting talent development, increasing intersectoral collaboration and promoting social connections are key actions of iSchools. The European region of iSchools promotes the organisation of transnational events for knowledge sharing in a multicultural and multilevel dimension, considering the levels from undergraduate to postgraduate. These events include the organisation of face-to-face and virtual lectures and seminars and mobility programs for students, teachers and staff. In addition to these programs, international internships at member universities and partner organisations are also supported. Meet the Officers Sara Martínez Cardama Teaching & Knowldge Exchange Universidad Carlos III de Madrid Madrid, Spain Contact Kornelija Petr Balog Teaching & Knowldge Exchange Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek Osijek, Croatia Contact

Edit Back to Regions European / African Region The European region includes countries inside and outside the EU, and also extends into Africa and the Middle East. Navigation Sections & Initiatives Vision & Strategy Officers Events European Regional Sections & Initiatives Small Title Teaching & Knowledge Exchange Teaching & Knowledge Exchange Section of iSchools Organisation is dedicated to knowledge sharing, mobility experiences, international cooperation and partnership development. Read More Small Title Doctoral Seminar Series The Doctoral Seminar Series is an ongoing forum in which doctoral students present their work to faculty and peers, and receive advice from mentorship and senior researchers. Read More Small Title iSchools Got Talent Be Inspired. Be Energised. Be Part of “iSchools Got Talent” – A new showcase series Discover a burst of creativity in thirty-minute presentations. “iSchools Got Talent” is a vibrant showcase series that highlights bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and forward-looking work from across the iSchools community. Read More Test Research & Supervision The Section for Research and Supervision will focus on building research capacity and stimulating research connections and collaboration in joined projects on topics of mutual interest for the iSchools European Region and the wider iSchools Organisation. Read More Small Title Virtual Student Exchange The iSchools virtual exchange program enables students at participating iSchools in Europe to cross national boundaries, develop intercultural competence, and participate in programs specifically tailored for the online environment. Please note: The virtual exchange program is paused for 2026. Read More Small Title Industry Partnership The European iSchools have a keen interest in knowledge transfer activities that demonstrate the impact that research and training within our iSchools have in practical industry use cases and society as a whole. Read More Small Title ERASMUS + The Erasmus+ Programme is the European Union’s programme that supports higher education, training/vocational education, education, youth and sport. As a European Union project, it supports priorities and activities set out. Read More Vision & Strategy 2022–2027 View Global Calendar European Regional Executive Committe Laura Sbaffi Europe / Africa Regional Chair University of Sheffield England, United Kingdom Contact Sara Martínez Cardama Teaching & Knowledge Exchange Universidad Carlos III de Madrid Madrid, Spain Contact Marlene Holmner Research & Supervision University of Pretoria Pretoria, South Africa Contact Udo Kruschwitz Industry Partnership University of Regensburg Regensburg, Germany Contact Romain Herault European Ph.D. Representative Linnaues University Växjö, Sweden Contact Koraljka Golub Board of Directors, Europe Linnaeus University Växjö, Sweden Contact Kornelija Petr Teaching & Knowledge Exchange Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek Osijek, Croatia Contact Peter Bath Research & Supervision University of Sheffield Sheffield, United Kingdom Contact Jaap Kamps Industry Partnership University of Amsterdam Amsterdam, Netherlands Contact Upcoming Events JoSSIS 2026 Aug 17, 2026, 7:00 AM GMT+2 – Aug 28, 2026, 8:00 PM GMT+2 Zadar, Zadar, Croatia More info Learn more iSchools Got Talent 2026 Sep 17, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM GMT+2 iSchools Got Talent Series More info Learn more The 1st International Digital Humanities Festival for University Students Sep 18, 2026, 9:00 AM GMT+8 – Sep 20, 2026, 5:00 PM GMT+8 Renmin University of China, 59 Zhong Guan Cun Da Jie, Hai Dian Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100086 More info Learn more iSchools Doctoral Seminar Series 2026 Oct 07, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM GMT+2 iSchools Doctoral Seminar Series More info Learn more iSchools Got Talent 2026 Nov 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM GMT+1 iSchools Got Talent Series More info Learn more iSchools Doctoral Seminar Series 2026 Dec 02, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM GMT+1 iSchools Doctoral Seminar Series More info Learn more AP-iConference 2026 Dec 04, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM GMT+7 Khon Kaen University, 123 Thanon Mittraphap, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Khon Kaen, Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand More info Learn more DESIRES 2027 Mar 17, 2027, 9:00 AM – Mar 19, 2027, 5:00 PM GESIS - Leibniz Institute for the Social, Unter Sachsenhausen 6–8 50667 Cologne Germany More info Learn more iConference 2027 Virtual Part Mar 22, 2027, 8:00 AM GMT+13 – Mar 25, 2027, 11:50 PM GMT+13 virtual iConference platform More info Learn more iConference 2027 On-site Part Apr 05, 2027, 7:00 AM GMT+12 – Apr 09, 2027, 10:50 PM GMT+12 23 Lambton Quay, 23 Lambton Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand More info Learn more

The iSchools Organization began as an informal network of three North American iSchools. Today, the Organization has over 130 members worldwide. The timeline shows major milestones in the history of the iSchools Organization dating back to 1988. iSchools Timeline The iSchools Organization began as an informal network of three North American iSchools. Today, the Organization has over 130 members worldwide. The timeline shows major milestones in the history of the iSchools Organization dating back to 1988.

The locations of the iConference rotate annually to maximize representation and participation of the iSchools members in each region. iSchools members can apply to host the iConference. Edit Regional Rotation Hosting the iConference Application Questions Call for Hosting iConference Host Status Location 2028 2028 2026 Location 2026 Location 2027 Location 2027 Location 2027 Location Location Location The iConference host has been confirmed and applications for that year can no longer be considered. Location Application for hosting the iConference in the region is open. The iConference locations rotate annually to maximize representation and participation of the iSchools members in each region. North American Region European & African Region Asia Pacific Region iConference Regional Rotation iConference 2026 European / African Region closed iConference 2027 Hosted by Victoria University of Wellington & Monash University Wellington, New Zealand iConference 2028 North-American Region Application Open 2026 2027 2028 Edinburgh Napier University Edinburgh, Scotland, UK iConference 2027 Asia-Pacific Region Host Confirmed iSchools members can apply to host iConference 2028 in the North-American Region . View Past iConferences Contact Hosting the iConference Only iSchools member institutions are eligible to apply for hosting the iConference. The iConference is an annual gathering of a broad spectrum of scholars and researchers from around the world who share a common concern about critical information issues in contemporary society. The iConference pushes the boundaries of information studies, explores core concepts and ideas, and creates new technological and conceptual configurations—all situated in interdisciplinary discourses. The iConference series was established in 2005 by the iSchools organization , a growing worldwide association of Information Schools dedicated to advancing the information field, and preparing students to meet the information challenges of the 21st Century. Each annual iConference is hosted by a different iSchools member institution or co-hosted by members jointly. An openness to new ideas and research fields in information science is a primary characteristics of the event. Attendance has grown every year; participants appreciate the inspiring sense of community, high quality research presentations, and myriad opportunities for engagement. iConference participants do not need to be affiliated with an iSchool; all information scholars, researchers and practitioners are welcome. Global Exposure Professional Support A venue for Scholarship and Community The iConference attracts researchers and leaders in the field of information science around the world. Hosts showcase their school to a global audience, strengthen national and international bonds and bring the global community together. iSchools staff has years of experience in organising the iConference in all regions of our membership in the virtual, physical, and hybrid format. We support the hosts in all aspects of planning the iConference in accordance to their vision. The iConference is a venue for researchers worldwide to present their research and breakthroughs to a global audience in a virtual and physical environment. Established tracks provide various formats to interact and network with the community in engaging and inclusive ways. Become iConference Host Questions? Feel free to reach out to us anytime if you have questions! Contact

Basic Members Directory Kyungpook National University Department of Library and Information Science Basic South Korea Asia Pacific Member Since 2019 Visit School About Kyungpook National University (KNU) is one of the leading national universities in South Korea. The KNU iSchool offers a comprehensive bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral program in Library and Information Science, cultivating globally minded professionals who integrate knowledge of information, technology, and people to foster inclusive and sustainable information societies. The department actively engages in international scholarly exchange through the iSchool network, building strong collaborations with universities worldwide. At the graduate level, the KNU iSchool has been selected for Korea’s prestigious BK21 (Brain Korea 21) Program, a national initiative that supports advanced research and the development of world-class talent, positioning the department as a hub for training next-generation global leaders in information science. iSchool Contacts Eun Rha Representative Information behavior Contact Contact Contact

iCaucus Members Directory Penn State University College of Information Sciences and Technology iCaucus United States of America North America Member Since 2005 Visit School About With industry-driven academic programs; interdisciplinary research areas; and a growing community of students, scholars, and alumni, the College of Information Sciences and Technology is charting its course as one of the nation’s leading information schools. We exist at the intersection of information, technology, and society, aiming to prepare leading professionals and scholars who can leverage technology and critical thinking skills to solve the complex challenges of an information society. We strive to create a welcoming environment that promotes and values diversity and inclusion for all students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors. We uphold the belief that diversity adds significant value to every area in the college, and we recognize that both demographic and intellectual diversity create new ways of viewing the world that provide our community with a rich experience. We are dedicated to ensuring that every individual in our community feels comfortable and capable of achieving success. iSchool Contacts Andrea Tapia Dean of College Social Theories and Methods of Information Contact Cindy Brewer Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs Cartographic Communication and Visualization, Color Theory, Atlas Production, Cartography, Map Design, Multi-scale Mapping, Topographic Maps Contact Contact

Basic Members Directory University of Amsterdam Graduate School of Humanities Basic Netherlands Europe Member Since 2012 Visit School About The University of Amsterdam’s iSchool was founded by the internationally leading research group in information science and digital humanities – with leading experts on information processing and access, contextual search, digital heritage, evaluation and user studies, library evaluation, archival science and recordkeeping informatics. At the Amsterdam iSchool, we like to work on deep principled problems, including hard technical challenges, with a focus on applications that have social and societal impact. We seamlessly combine traditional information science and emerging digital humanities research, with frontier research in search and recommendation, natural language processing, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. Amsterdam iSchool members teach in top ranked programs in media studies and in artificial intelligence, and run core graduate and doctoral programs in information science, archival science, and digital humanities. We are a driving force in the education of the next generation of information scientists and professionals working in memory institutions (e.g., archives, libraries, museums), in public administration (at all levels: national, provincial, and local government), and the private sector (e.g., publishing, media, creative industry). iSchool Contacts Jaap Kamps Head of School Artificial Intelligence, Information Storage and Retrieval, Information Science Contact Tobias Blanke Research Unit Leader Artificial Intelligence and Humanities Contact Jamila Ghaddar Archives and Media Lab Director Archival Information and Digital Humanities Contact

Back to Past Conferences iConference 2026 Information Literacies, Authenticity and Use: The Move Towards a Digitally Enlightened Society Edinburgh Napier University Virtual: Mar. 23 - 26, 2026 Onsite: Mar. 29 - Apr. 02, 2026 Proceedings Total virtual participants: 524 Total participants onsite in Edinburgh: 340 Full Papers: 35 (acceptance rate 25%) Short Papers: 68 (acceptance rate 42%) Chinese Research Papers: 39 Spanish Portuguese Research Papers: 8 Posters: 35 (acceptance rate 64%) Workshops & Panels: 28 (acceptance rate 72%) Colloquia & Symposia: 53 (acceptance rate 87%) Reviewer: 546 Participants per Region Conference Chairs Frances Ryan Edinburgh Napier University, United Kingdom Iain McGregor Edinburgh Napier University, United Kingdom Yvonne Lawrie Edinburgh Napier University, United Kingdom Debbie Meharg University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom Organizers Full Research Papers Chairs: Hanna Carlsson (Linnaeus University, Sweden), Yuxiang (Chris) Zhao (Nanjing University, China) and Douglas W. Oard (University of Maryland, United States) Short Research Papers Chairs: Jennifer Campbell-Meier (Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand), Heinz Pampel (Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Germany) and Jessica Barfield (University of Kentucky, United States) Posters Chairs: Misita Anwar (Swinburne University, Australia), Carla Teixeira Lopes (University of Porto, Portugal) and Rachel Flaming-May (The University of Tennessee Knoxville, USA) Spanish-Portuguese Research Papers Chairs: Julián D. Cortés (Universidad del Rosario, Colombia), Fernanda Ribeiro (University of Porto, Portugal), Eduardo Vendrell Vidal (Universitat Politècnica de València, UPV, Spain) and Brasilina Passarelli (Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil) Chinese Research Papers Chairs: Jiangping Chen (Simmons University, United States), Yuenan Liu (Renmin University of China, China) and Marcia Lei Zeng (Kent State University, United States) Workshops & Panels Chairs: Leo Appleton (University of Sheffield, United Kingdom), Iyra Buenrostro-Cabbab (University of the Philippines, Philippines) and Kate McDowell (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, United States) Doctoral Colloquium Chairs: Leslie Abbott (Europe & Africa, Edinburgh Napier University, United Kingdom), Emi Ishita (Asia Pacific, Kyushu University, Japan) and Mónica Colón-Aguirre (University of South Carolina, United States) Early Career Colloquium Chairs: Jeff Hemsley (Syracuse University, United States), Ming Ren (Renmin University of China, China), Rhonda Rathburn (Edinburgh Napier University, United Kingdom) and Debbie Meharg (University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom) Student Symposium Chairs: Rachel Salzano (Edinburgh Napier University, United Kingdom), Claire Timpany (University of Waikato, New Zealand) and Rebecca Frank (University of Michigan, United States) Additional Conference Chairs: Slava Sterzer, Vera Hillebrand, Ulrike Liebner (iSchool staff) Proceedings Chair: Isaac Sserwanga, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin The Organizing Committee was responsible for the program. Program Committee Sponsors & Partners ⋆ University of Iowa ⋆ NEO4MAX ⋆ Polity ⋆ Nanyang Technological University ⋆ University of California, Berkeley ⋆ University of Toronto ⋆ University of Tennessee Knoxville ⋆ University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign ⋆ Renmin University of China Awards Best Full Research Paper Voices from the River: Exploring Digitally Inclusive Tools with Marginalised Fishing Communities in Bangladesh. Md Khalid Hossain, Gillian Christina Oliver, Misita Anwar, Tanjila Kanij, and Manika Saha Best Full Research Paper Award sponsored by UC Berkeley School of Information, the Award is presented to the author(s) of the conference’s most outstanding full research paper. The 2026 award included a prize of $1,000 U.S. RUNNERS UP Title: Immersive quality control for 3D data curation Author(s): Matt Cook, Hannah Hok Kim, Helen He and Zack Lischer-Katz Title: Digital Citizenship and Student-Teacher Readiness: Insights from Malaysia Author(s): Rini Azrina Zabri Title: Revising the research data lifecycle: evidence from oceanography Author(s): Yubing Tian, Thomas Struett, Amelia Acker, Megan Finn Title: Defining the ‘Good’ in Educational TikTok Videos: Authenticity, Literacies, and Digital Enlightenment. Author(s): Joe Sánchez, Kayla Booth, Isabel Karolczak Best Short Research Paper Engineering Oral Stories: A Conceptual Model of Traditions as Water Andrew Wiebe Best Short Research Paper Sponsored by University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, School of Information Science. The 2026 award included a prize of $500 U.S. RUNNERS UP Title: Her cycle, its logic: information practices and gendered governance in MCT apps Author(s): Yanli Zhou, Yunjie Tang Title: From Human to AI: University Students’ Trust in Generative AI as Reference Librarians Author(s): Di Wang, Xizhou Deng, Xinyu Lu, Jianting Guo Title: Illuminating Connections and Contexts: Building an Ontology for Chinese Ration Coupon Archival Resources based on RiC-O Author(s): Linqing Ma, Ruohua Han, Xiaoyan Yang, Yina Wu, Jiaqi Shi Title: Artificial Intelligence in Libraries: A Systematic Review of Upskilling, Challenges, and Future Research Directions Author(s): Erezi Ogbo-Gebhardt, Agnes G. Pearcy, Joseph B. Wiggins, Yerika Jimenez Best Poster Privacy Concerns and ChatGPT: Exploring Online Discourse through the Lens of Information Practice on Reddit S M Mehedi Zaman, Saubhagya Joshi, Yiyi Wu Best Poster Award sponsored by University of Iowa, School of Library and Information Science. The 2026 award included a prize of $300 U.S. RUNNERS UP Title: Preserving the Legacy of a Space Training Facility through Digital Storytelling Author(s): Junshan Liu, Danielle Willkens, Jeff Kim, Scott Kramer Title: Annotated Portfolios as a Tool for Education and Research through Design in LIS Author(s): Ladislava Zbiejczuk Suchá, Roman Sellner Novotný Title: Centering the Care of Refugees and their Service Workers through Archival Community Informatics Author(s): Merrion Frederick Title: Sharenthood: A Qualitative Study of Children's Online Privacy Parental Disclosure Behavior Author(s): Ping Wang, Hang Su Best Chinese Research Paper 智慧医疗场景中老年人健康信息的隐私风险识别及应对研究/Identifying and Mitigating Privacy Risks to Older Adults’ Health Information in Smart Healthcare Settings Shanman Li, Leye Yao, Xin Jiang The Best Chinese Research Paper award 2026 included a prize of $1000 U.S. RUNNERS UP Title: 中国图书馆学话语体系的百年建构及其时代路径 (The Centennial Construction and Era Path of China’s Library Science Discourse System) Author(s): Qinggong Shi, Wei Feng, Ximing Xiao Title: 我国省域数字鸿沟的多维致因与供给侧治理路径——基于TOE框架的组态分析 Author(s): Chunyan Liu, Shi Yin, Tong Zhou, Haiqun Ma Title: Research on the Formation Mechanism and Prevention Path of "BrainRot" Phenomenon of Social Media Users in the Digital Age Author(s): Wenming Xing, Ziyan Chen, Jili Chen Title: Research on Chinese-English Entity Recognition for Ancient Texts Based on Fusing LLM Multi-Task Learning and GraphRAG Author(s): Xiyu Wang, Wei Zhang, Wenhua Zhao, Si Shen, Dongbo Wang The organizing team of the iConference 2026 included members from 13 countries.

The iSchools Organization maintains a global network of leaders and schools in the field of information science. We promote interdisciplinary and cross-continental collaboration amongst members. Institutional Membership The iSchools Organization maintains a global network of leaders and schools in the field of information science. We promote interdisciplinary and cross-continental collaboration amongst members. Flyer English Flyer Spanish Flyer Chinese Member Benefits Access to iSchools Leaders Mailing Lists iSchools heads and representatives get access to dedicated regional and leaders listservs. Job Postings All iSchools members can submit unlimited job ads , which will be promoted on the website and the iSchools channels. iSchools Database Entry Members have their very own and dedicated database entries , featuring their school and key contacts. Discounts iSchools Members receive discounts for events, workshops, and training sessions for their school. Promotion at iConferences All members receive a free virtual booth for all upcoming iConfences including a free virtual iConference registration for a booth representative. Newsletter Receive featured stories and up to date news about events, initiatives, and projects regonally and globally. Member iSchools can submit items to be featured in the newsletters, which are sent out to all members world-wide on a weekly basis. iSchools Grant Program The iSchools organization maintains a research fund for the benefit of its member schools. Grants with a total of up to $20,000 USD are awarded to successful applicants annually to support their research. Dedicated Regional and Global Activities Become an integral part of your regional activities, initiatives, and projects. Foster collaboration with member schools on a regional or global scale. Membership Dues Membership Levels Criteria for being recognized as an iSchool are not rigid, but members are expected to have substantial sponsored research activity, engagement in the training of future researchers (usually through an active, research-oriented doctoral program), and a commitment to progress in the information field. iSchools membership spans six membership levels. Each new member is entitled to select the membership level that it feels best represents the level of support and leadership that it wishes to maintain within the organization. Levels are not assigned and should not be construed as a rating system. Prospective members should indicate their desired membership level on their application. Schools are expected to enroll at the highest membership level in accordance with the size, resources, and structural limitations of their schools. Schools are encouraged to move up in the membership hierarchy when appropriate and may do so during the annual renewal period. Corresponding annual dues are shown in USD: iCaucus - $5000 This is our most prestigious membership level and indicates the highest possible support for the organization and its role in shaping the future of the information field. iCaucus schools each get five votes in choosing the Board of Directors. Enabling - $4000 Our second-highest membership level is indicative of a strong desire to enable the organization’s work. Enabling-level schools each get four votes in choosing the Board of Directors. Sustaining - $3000 This membership level reflects the commitment to the iSchools mission and vision. Sustaining schools each get three votes in choosing the Board of Directors. Supporting - $2000 Our Supporting membership level enables additional support and resources for the organization and the community. Supporting schools each get two votes in choosing the Board of Directors. Basic - $1000 The Basic level provides full organizational membership at an affordable price. Basic schools each get one vote in choosing the Board of Directors. Associate - $300 The Associate* category is for schools that do not yet meet the requirements for the full membership listed above. Associate schools are included in organizational discussions and meetings, but do not have voting rights. *Associate schools can petition to become full members during the annual renewal period. Become a Member