Call For Papers



  • Main Theme
    • Contemporary Approaches to Libraries: Emerging Technologies, Services, and Skills

  • Focus Areas
    • Emerging technologies and digital transformation in Libraries
    • Digital resources and service responsiveness
    • Scholarly publishing
    • Professional skills and competencies

  • Theme Rationale

    The theme “Contemporary Approaches to Libraries: Emerging Technologies, Services, and Skills” highlights libraries as dynamic knowledge institutions responding to changing user needs, professional roles, and institutional expectations. It emphasizes the integrated role of technologies, service models, and professional competencies in sustaining library relevance. By adopting a broad and inclusive focus, the theme encourages critical reflection, research, and dialogue across diverse domains of Library and Information Science, enabling meaningful participation from academic, medical, and special libraries while addressing both present challenges and future preparedness.


  • Objectives of the Conference

    The objectives of 7th NACML 2027 are to:

    • To facilitate national level sharing of contemporary research and professional practices in Library and Information Science
    • To explore emerging technologies, digital resources and user-centric library services.
    • To discuss emerging trends in scholarly publishing and bibliometrics
    • To examine evolving professional competencies, leadership, and skill development in libraries

  • Expected Outcomes

    The 7th NACML 2027 aims to foster scholarly dialogue, strengthen professional collaboration, promote evidence based library practice, and contribute to the advancement of Library and Information Science. The conference seeks to reinforce libraries' evolving role as vital institutions supporting education, research, and societal development.


  • Scope

    The conference will address theoretical, empirical, and practice based contributions relevant to academic, medical, special and public libraries. The scope of 7th NACML 2027 is structured around the following four core sub themes:


    • Sub Theme 1: Emerging Technologies in Libraries
    Key Topics
    • Digital Technologies, Smart Libraries, Discovery Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things
    • Data Management, Blockchain Technology, Big Data Analytics
    • Augmented/Virtual Reality, Robotics
    • RFID, 3D Printing, and Makerspaces
    • Library Websites
    • Digital Transformation of Libraries
    • Benefits, Impact, and Challenges in Implementation
    • Knowledge Preservation using Digital Technology

    Sub Theme 2: Digital Resources, Library Services and User Engagement
    Key Topics
    • Types of Digital Resources, Accessibility, and Management
    • Open Educational Resources
    • Virtual Reference Services
    • Smart Information Services
    • Remote Access
    • Unified Library Services
    • AI in Library Services
    • Digital Literacy Programs
    • Infrastructure, Space Planning, and Service Environments
    • User Centric Library Services
    • Information Seeking Behaviour
    • User Studies
    • Outreach, Advocacy, and Community Engagement
    • User Expectations, Perception, Satisfaction, and Service Effectiveness

    Sub Theme 3: Scholarly Publishing and Bibliometrics
    Key Topics
    • Research Data Management
    • Institutional Repositories
    • Open Access Initiatives
    • Publication Ethics
    • Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Publishing
    • Plagiarism Prevention
    • Bibliometric Tools, Bibliometric Analysis
    • Research Support Tools and Services
    • Citation Metrics, Altmetrics, and Collaboration Analysis

    Sub Theme 4: Professional Skills and Competencies in Librarianship
    Key Topics
    • Professional Skills Development and Digital Competencies
    • Professional Education and Curriculum Development
    • Training Initiatives
    • Leadership, Decision Making, Innovation, and Strategic Thinking
    • Ethics, Values, and Professional Identity
    • Continuing Professional Development
    • Emerging Professional Roles and Practices
    • Change Management and Adaptability
    • Marketing and Communication Skills
    • Role of LIS Professionals in Research Ecosystems

  • Paper Submission
    Original research papers, case studies, and conceptual papers aligned with the conference sub themes are invited.

    Submission Guidelines
    • Submissions of papers should be based on research or practical experience
    • Authors can submit their full papers through an e-mail attachment to lisconference@manipal.edu.
    • The paper should not exceed 3000 words and contain an abstract of 100-200 words.
    • The main title should be followed by the name, affiliation, and address of the author(s) with e-mail and mobile number.
    • The paper should be in MS Word format, with a Times New Roman font size of 12, a line spacing of 1.5, A4, a keyword of 3-5 words, and a paper length of 3-8 pages.
    • 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.

    Last date for submission of full papers: 28.12.2026

    • Paper Presentation Formats
    To ensure effective dissemination of knowledge and meaningful interaction, all selected papers will be presented orally.

    Oral Presentation
    • Papers of scholarly merit, relevance and originality will be selected for oral presentation.
    • Each paper will be allotted a specific time slot for presentation and discussion.

    Note: The final decision on paper selection for oral presentation will be based on their quality, relevance, and overall contribution to the conference theme.

  • Proceedings
    After the 7th NACML-2027, the Organizing Committee proposes to bring out proceedings in e-book format with an ISBN, which will include only the selected papers presented in the conference after a plagiarism check using Turnitin similarity index software.