The All-Russian XVII Forum with International Participation “Information Technologies in Medical Libraries” will be held on 21–23 October 2026.
Venue: Scientific Library of the Privolzhsky Research Medical University (68 Gagarina Avenue, Nizhny Novgorod; Conference Hall, PRMU)
Format: in-person attendance
Principal thematic areas for discussion:
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Development of human resources capacity: discussion of a competency model for a specialist working with electronic resources, and requirements for the training and advanced qualification of personnel.
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Implementation of artificial intelligence technologies: analysis of practical applications of AI solutions in the operations of medical libraries (search, cataloguing, user interaction).
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Transformation of user behaviour: examination of the information needs and requests of new generations of users, and adaptation of library services.
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Optimisation of resource provision: effective models of subscription management, interlibrary cooperation, and operation under conditions of limited funding.
Registration for the Forum is open until 5 October 2026 at the following link:
Proposed paper topics may be submitted at the following link:
Schedule of proceedings: arrival of participants on 20 October; principal events on 21–23 October 2026.
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