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New AI Index Study Published by the University of South Carolina College of Information and Communications
From the U. of South Carolina College of Information and Communication: A College of Information and Communications research team conducted a national survey on “Americans’ Use and Perception of AI Tools” in December 2024. This marks the second survey carried out on this topic, continuing their efforts to understand public attitudes toward AI technologies. The […]
The Fall 2024 Issue of Issues in Science and Technology Librarianship (ISTL) is Now Available Online
Refereed Article Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in STEM Academic Librarianship: Perspectives and Practices in Canada| Shiyi Xie, Guoying Liu Short Communications Use of Desktop Computers at the California Institute of Technology Libraries Tony Diaz There’s an App for That Margaret: Streamlining Research Productivity Analysis in Colombia with an R Package for GrupLAC Integration Sebastian Robledo, […]
Just Announced: Tony Hey Receives Paul Evan Peters Award
From a CNI Announcement: The Coalition for Networked Information (CNI), the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), and EDUCAUSE are pleased to announce that physicist and computer scientist Tony Hey has been named the 2024 recipient of the Paul Evan Peters Award. The award recognizes notable, lasting achievements in the creation and innovative use of network-based […]
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“Generative AI Is Sliding Into the ‘Trough of Disillusionment'” According to 2024 Gartner Hype Cycle Report
From Computerworld: Market research firm Gartner yesterday published its 2024 Hype Cycle for Emerging Technologies, and the study revealed that generative AI (genAI) has passed the “peak of inflated expectations” and is now sliding down into the “trough of disillusionment.” [Clip] AI-assisted code generation tools are increasingly prevalent in software engineering, and somewhat unexpectedly have become low-hanging fruit for […]
Journal Article (Full Text): Library and Information Science: “Factors Influencing University Teachers’ Research Productivity In North American Universities”
Many thanks to Sage for opening their paywall allowing us to share the full text article linked below. Registration is NOT required for access. Free, full text access should be available for approximately six months from today. The article (full text) linked below was recently published by the Journal of Librarianship and Information Science. Title […]
New Journal Article: “Analysis of the Distribution of Authorship by Gender in Scientific Output: A Global Perspective”
The article linked below was recently published by the Journal of Infometrics. Title Analysis of the Distribution of Authorship by Gender in Scientific Output: A Global Perspective Authors Rodrigo Sánchez-Jiménez Universidad Complutense de Madrid Pablo Guerrero-Castillo SCImago Group Vicente P. Guerrero-Bote SCImago Group Gali Halevi SCImago Research Group Félix De-Moya-Anegón SCImago Research Group Source Journal […]
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New Research Article: “Use and Importance of Library Resources to Support Faculty Research and Productivity”
The article linked below was published today in the July, 2024 issue of College & Research Libraries (C&RL). Title Use and Importance of Library Resources to Support Faculty Research and Productivity Authors Jung Mi Scoulas University of Illinois Chicago Sandra L. De Groote University of Illinois Chicago Source College & Research Libraries (C&RL) Vol 85, […]
New Research Tool: IMF Releases AI Preparedness Index (AIPI) Data Dashboard
From the International Monetary Fund (IMF): Our research has already shown how AI is poised to reshape the global economy. It could endanger 33 percent of jobs in advanced economies, 24 percent in emerging economies, and 18 percent in low-income countries. But, on the brighter side, it also brings enormous potential to enhance the productivity of existing […]
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Microsoft and LinkedIn Release 2024 Work Trend Index Report on the State of AI at Work & Copilot For Microsoft 365 Adds New Features
From a MSFT News Release: On Wednesday, Microsoft Corp. and LinkedIn released the 2024 Work Trend Index, a joint report on the state of AI at work titled, “AI at work is here. Now comes the hard part.” The research — based on a survey of 31,000 people across 31 countries, labor and hiring trends on LinkedIn, trillions […]
Research Tools: “Who is Funding Library Projects? New Open Data Resource”
From the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA): Libraries have a long history of helping to deliver on a wide variety of development goals, from literacy and school readiness to research productivity and urban cohesion. Their unique potential – thanks to their public spaces, committed staff, responsive service provision and collections – has […]
