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A. Miller

Healthcare UX: A Case for Inclusive Designs that Impacts Aging and Anxiety

Applying inclusive design for holistic wellness, aging, and mental health reduces elements that may aggravate symptoms of a challenge, disability, or some stress-inducing factors. This Healthcare UX design approach is a process of creating a digital experience that addresses the needs of healthcare users, including healthcare patients and their providers, plus the families and caregivers of the healthcare-services users. The bottom line is that whatever the ailment or healthcare goal is, digital healthcare products should be intuitive, effective, and useful so people get the care they need. This article looks at how healthcare can apply UX design to overcome or prevent potential challenges and frustrations from using technologies for health-related reasons.

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Alex J. Yang

Can Disruptive Science Impact Technology and Society?

Our study aims to provide valuable insights that can help shape the future of scientific research and its role in society. By advocating for the recognition of diverse approaches to research, we hope to foster innovation and collaboration across fields, ultimately enhancing the societal relevance of scientific discoveries. The call to reevaluate how we assess scientific impact feels timely, especially as we face challenges such as climate change, health crises, and social inequality.

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Najeem Olawale Adelakun

Integrating Artificial Intelligence with Information Technology to Enhance Lecture Delivery in Tertiary Institutions

The adoption of advanced technologies has become a crucial factor in the pedagogical transformation of today’s educational environment. As tertiary institutions strive to enhance lecture delivery mechanisms, artificial intelligence (AI) presents a revolutionary paradigm that extends beyond traditional instructional methods. The increasing reliance on digital tools necessitates a fresh examination of how AI can optimise the learning experience by offering personalised content and real-time feedback to facilitate deeper engagement.

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Siby Shaji

The Timeless Charm of R.K. Narayan’s Literary World

Narayan’s influence extends beyond fiction; his essays and memoir offer profound insights into Indian culture, society, and his own life. His memoir, “My Days,” provides a candid glimpse into his life, offering readers a deeper understanding of the man behind the pen. Despite international acclaim, Narayan stayed true to his Indian identity, avoiding literary trends and focusing on universal truths. His commitment to authenticity earned widespread respect.

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Shalini Urs

Whither Open Access? A Fireside Chat with Dr. Jean Claude Guedon, a Sage on the OA Stage

Tune in to this episode of InfoFire, where Dr. Jean-Claude Guédon delves into the history and future possibilities of Open Access, offering his unique perspective on where the movement has been and where it could be heading. Our discussion covered a broad spectrum of topics, including the mission of Open Access, the economics of funding and various business models, the controversial issue of Article Processing Charges (APCs), as well as debates surrounding scientific metrics, copyright issues, and more.

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Azeez Adeoye

Libraries Aren’t Dying—They’re Leading the Tech Revolution

The library is a technological hub where cutting-edge devices are introduced to the world. Contrary to the unpopular rumour, especially prevalent in Africa, that libraries are outdated and librarians’ services are no longer needed, the library is a phoenix that evolves and adapts to the emerging modern world. Today, it is more relevant than ever, especially with the growing digital divide caused by socio-economic disparities, geographical disadvantages, infrastructure inequality, skillset deficiencies, age factors, and more.

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Christopher Lueg

Erasing Individuality: The Uncanny Undertone of AI Writing Assistance

There is little doubt that GenAI can provide valuable services in certain areas e.g., by aiding and arguably empowering people who lack experience in say, writing business English or formatting CVs in specific ways, especially when applying for jobs that require submitting job applications online as is very common nowadays. However, it also creates uncanny language with a sensation of unease. Examples include employing idioms, phrases, or expressions that are used slightly incorrectly, or any other “slight but noticeable deviations from natural human writing can create a sense of disconnection and discomfort in the reader.” (ibid) Or, as Robertson (2024) puts it, “AI used to be weird. Now ‘sounds like a bot’ is just shorthand for boring.”

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Aylin Imeri

Information Matters Special Issue on Professional Development

The aim of this special issue (SI) is to encourage readers to think critically about their own professional development and to take time to reflect on it. Are you looking for helpful insights? Or have you ever wondered what others are doing? Then this is the place for you. Ten submissions in this SI on professional development reflected on personal professional development journeys by referring to some aspects of professional development within academia, education and industry. Professional development is a lot like a jigsaw puzzle — it’s made up of lots of different pieces: soft skills, volunteering, networking, career transitioning, navigating work and family responsibilities, among others.

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Md Anwarul Islam

Disconnected in the Connected World: Internet Blackout

The recent quota-reform movement in Bangladesh has brought the country to a significant historical moment, resulting in the deaths of more than two hundred people, including students and law enforcing agencies. Under the existing quota policy, only 44 percent of government recruitment was based on merit, while the remaining 56 percent was allocated to freedom fighters and their children, district quotas, women, and underprivileged communities. Students opposed this quota system and demanded its reform. Initially, university students across Bangladesh engaged in peaceful protests, rallies, and other activities, calling their efforts the “Anti-Discrimination Students’ Movement.” On July 7, they initiated a nationwide “Bangla Blockade,” obstructing roads and railways with demonstrations in major cities. As the protests escalated, they spread across the entire country, leading to violent incidents. The students’ demand for quota reforms resulted in significant clashes with law enforcement. On Thursday, July 18, around 9 PM, the entire country experienced an internet blackout, with all mobile and broadband services suspended, rendering social media inaccessible. This was followed by a nationwide curfew imposed by the government.

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