About Library Gateway

Library Gateway is a scholarly journal published by the Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. The journal serves as a professional and academic platform for researchers, library and information science professionals, educators, students, and practitioners to share research findings, innovative ideas, emerging trends, and professional experiences in the field of Library and Information Science.

The journal focuses on contemporary developments in libraries, information services, knowledge management, digital technologies, and emerging areas of information science. It welcomes original research articles, review papers, case studies, theoretical contributions, and scholarly perspectives that contribute to the advancement of the discipline and professional practice.

With the rapid transformation of libraries in the digital and technology-driven environment, Library Gateway seeks to provide a gateway for scholarly communication and knowledge exchange. The journal encourages contributions addressing areas such as library automation, digital libraries, artificial intelligence, information literacy, information-seeking behaviour, scientometrics, research data management, knowledge management, digital preservation, open access, scholarly communication, and emerging technologies in libraries.

The journal is committed to maintaining academic quality, ethical publishing practices, originality, and scholarly integrity. Through its contributions from academics, researchers, and library professionals, Library Gateway aims to promote research, innovation, professional development, and the effective application of knowledge and technology in libraries and information centres.

Library Gateway aspires to be a meaningful platform connecting research, practice, technology, and knowledge, thereby contributing to the growth and development of Library and Information Science.