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An ERA-curated thematic profile exploring how researchers, students, and academic institutions discover scholarly knowledge in a rapidly changing information environment. Sessions examine the evolution of academic search, the role of AI in research discovery, and how libraries and discovery platforms can support reliable, accessible, and meaningful access to research.
Sessions
Search, AI and the Future of Academic Discovery
AI is transforming how scholarly information is searched, organized, and presented. This session explores the future of academic discovery, including the benefits, limitations, and responsibilities associated with AI-assisted research search tools.
The Library in the Age of AI Discovery
Academic libraries have long played a central role in helping people access reliable research. This session explores how AI-assisted discovery is influencing library services, information access, and the evolving role of libraries in supporting researchers and learners.
How Researchers Find Knowledge Is Changing
Traditional academic search methods are evolving as AI-powered discovery tools become more common. This session explores how researchers find scholarly information, what is changing in the discovery process, and the opportunities and challenges of emerging search technologies.