The BOBCATSSS conference is an international annual academic event focusing on library and information science. It is primarily organized by and from students from various universities across Europe. Bobcatsss 2025 theme is :
Artificial Intelligence in Library and Information Science: Exploring the Intersection
The rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) are reshaping the landscape of Library and Information Science (LIS), offering unprecedented opportunities and posing new challenges. This call for communication seeks to explore the multifaceted relationship between AI and LIS, aiming to gather a wide range of scholarly contributions, practical insights, and visionary outlooks at the intersection of these two dynamic fields.
The conference aims to provide a platform for students, researchers, and professionals within the library and information science field to present their research, exchange ideas, and discuss emerging trends and challenges in the industry. We invite them to submit their original work, case studies, theoretical explorations, and practical applications. Submissions are encouraged to address, but are not limited to, the following subthemes:
AI Applications in Libraries and Information Centers
Implementation of chatbots and virtual assistants
AI in cataloging, classification, and metadata generation
Ethical Considerations and Policy Implications
Privacy and data protection in AI-enabled services
Developing ethical guidelines for AI use in LIS
Emerging Technologies and Future Trends
Impact of AI on digital scholarship and open science
AI in knowledge discovery and data mining
AI and Information Literacy
Educating LIS professionals and users in AI competencies
Critical assessment of AI-generated content
Strategies for fostering digital literacy in an AI-driven world
AI and Information Management
Integrating AI technologies into information management systems
Ethical considerations in using AI for information management
Leveraging AI for information retrieval and knowledge discovery
Ensuring data privacy and security in AI-driven information management applications
AI-Driven Transformation of Library Services and Operations
Enhancements in user experience and engagement
AI in collection development and access
AI and Knowledge Management
Leveraging AI for knowledge discovery, sharing, and innovation
AI-driven approaches for knowledge representation and retrieval
Open Category
We also welcome submissions that may not fit neatly into the above categories but contribute meaningfully to the broader LIS study. This could include comparative studies, historical perspectives on AI and LIS, interdisciplinary research, or speculative design for future libraries.
Competitive Intelligence
Misinformation and Democratic Life
Digital Transformation
Inclusion and Diversity
Information and Fight Against Climate Change
etc.
Submission Guidelines
Abstracts should be no more than 500 words, clearly indicating the research question, methodology, results, and significance relative to one or more of the subthemes.
Upon abstract acceptance, full papers should be submitted following the provided formatting guidelines.
Proposals for panels, workshops, and poster sessions are also welcome.
Important Dates
First call for papers: April 1, 2024
Second call for papers: August 26, 2024
Third call for papers: October 1, 2024
Deadline for abstract submission: November 4, 2024 (Extended to November 30, 2024)
Registration starts (early bird): November 4, 2024
Authors’ notification on final decision on abstract: December 2, 2024
Revised abstract submission: December 16, 2024
Registration deadline (regular): January 1st, 2025
Paper submission deadline: February 28, 2025
Registration deadline (late): January 15, 2025
Notification of acceptance for papers: March 31, 2025
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