Convener

Dr. Ishappa C Bandi

Chief Librarian
ishappa.bandi@manipal.edu
Mobile: 9982073556
Website : Library Portal

Co-Conveners

Dr. Harish H T

Librarian (Selection Grade)
harish.ht@manipal.edu
Mobile: 8904419501

Mr. Thippeswamy

Librarian
thippeswamyk@manipal.edu
Mobile: 9844006160

CALL FOR PAPERS

BROAD AREAS

  • Online Collaboration Platforms
  • AI Applications
  • 3D Printing and Makerspaces
  • Interactive Displays and Touchscreens
  • Digital Preservation and Archiving
  • Virtual Reference Services and Cloud Computing
  • Library Websites and Mobile Apps
  • Digital Learning Platforms and Online Resources
  • LMS & RFID Technology

  • Energy Efficiency and Conservation
  • Recycling and Waste Reduction
  • Sustainable Materials and Building Design
  • Programs and Events
  • Sustainable Transportation & reduction of food waste

  • Information Access
  • User Support
  • Community Engagement
  • Inclusive and Diverse Services
  • Technology Integration
  • Efficient Administration
  • Users feedback and corrective measures
  • Library policies and procedures

  • Institutional Repositories and digital libraries
  • Open Data Repositories
  • Open Science Initiatives
  • Government and Funding Agency Mandates
  • Open Educational Resources (OERs)
  • Creative Commons Licensing
  • Read and publish transformative agreements
  • One Nation One Subscription (ONOS)

  • Makerspaces, Media & Digital Studios
  • Interactive Learning Zones
  • Art & Design Corners
  • Storytelling & Performance Spaces
  • Gaming & eSports Lounges
  • Co-Working & Collaboration Spaces
  • Green & Outdoor Learning Spaces
  • AI & Robotics Labs
  • Incorporates AR/VR-based exploration

  • Programs, Events, Spaces & Ambience
  • Technology & Digital Services
  • Personalized Library Services
  • Community Engagement & Partnerships
  • Social Media & Marketing

  • Document Management Systems (DMS) (e.g., SharePoint, Google Drive)
  • Knowledge Repositories (e.g., Confluence, Notion)
  • Collaboration Platforms (e.g., Slack, Microsoft Teams)
  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (e.g., Chatbots, Predictive Analytics)
  • Enterprise Search & Retrieval Tools

  • Contribution to Academic Reputation and Research Output
  • Support for Accreditation Standards
  • Quality and Accessibility of Resources
  • Role in Teaching and Learning
  • Infrastructure and Technological Advancements
  • Contribution to Student and Faculty Satisfaction
  • Partnerships and International Collaborations

  • Transforming libraries into modern learning hubs
  • Enhancing the accessibility and dissemination of knowledge
  • Supporting digital literacy
  • Collaboration with Stakeholders
  • Improved Information Retrieval Systems


Main Theme

Innovations & Integrations for the Next Generation Libraries


Paper Submission:

Submissions of papers should be based on research or practical experience.

  • Authors can submit their full papers through an e-mail attachment to ncmlts.maheblr@manipal.edu

  • The paper should not exceed 5000 words and contain an abstract about 200 words.

  • The main title should be followed by the name, affiliation, and address of the author(s) with e-mail, ORCID ID is mandatory.

  • The paper should be in MS Word format, with a Times New Roman font size of 12, space of 1.5 lines, A4, keyword of 2-5 words, and paper length of 3-6 pages only.

  • All references should be presented according to the APA Style

  • The paper should be sent with the declaration letter stating that the work is original and not presented/published anywhere else.

  • Papers approved by the conference review committee will be accepted for the oral presentation.


Proceedings

After the NCMLTS -2025, the Editorial Team and Organizing Team proposes to bring out proceedings in e-book format with ISBN, which will include only the selected papers presented in the conference after plagiarism and AI similarity check usting Turnitin software. This will be published in Scopus Indexed Journals, a separate editorial review process will be done after the conference.


Last date for article Submission: February 15, 2025
Notification of Acceptance of Article: February 20, 2025


BEST PAPER PRESENTATION AWARDS

There are best paper presentation awards from each session. The Panel/Judges selection is final. Each awrdee will get Certificate, memento & Cash voucher worth Rs.1500/- (each session one presenter only).


BEST POSTER PAPER PRESENTATIONS

There are two best poster paper presentations. The panel/Judges selection is final. Winners will get Certificate, Memnto & Cash Voucher worth Rs.750/- (One person per poster)


QUIZ ON PRESENTED PAPERS

There will be three QUIZ Questions during validictory on presented papers during the conference. The Winners will get Cash Voucher worth Rs.500.- each.