News: Important - Library | KTU https://library.ktu.edu/news-categories/important/ KTU Tue, 19 May 2026 12:46:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Webinar “Engaging the Modern Academic Library User” https://library.ktu.edu/news/webinar-engaging-the-modern-academic-library-user/ Mon, 18 May 2026 08:46:13 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/webinar-engaging-the-modern-academic-library-user/ JoVE is organizing a webinar “Engaging the Modern Academic Library User”, designed for academic library professionals and anyone interested in the needs of today’s users. The webinar will discuss how academic libraries are adapting to changing user expectations, ways to build closer relationships with today’s users, and how to increase the visibility, accessibility, and use […]

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]]> We invite you to attend the CAPS 2026 conference promoting citizen science https://library.ktu.edu/news/we-invite-you-to-attend-a-conference-promoting-science-citizens/ Mon, 18 May 2026 06:46:13 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/we-invite-you-to-attend-a-conference-promoting-science-citizens/ We invite KTU researchers, academics, and staff interested in citizen science to participate in the annual CAPS 2026 conference, organized by the Association for Advancing Participatory Sciences (AAPS), taking place on 26–29 May. CAPS 2026 is an annual conference bringing together researchers, educators, project managers, community leaders, and policy-makers from around the world. The opening […]

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]]> Webinar “Agentic AI in Research: From Questions to Action” https://library.ktu.edu/news/webinar-agentic-ai-in-research-from-questions-to-action/ Mon, 11 May 2026 11:39:57 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/webinar-agentic-ai-in-research-from-questions-to-action/ We invite all KTU members to join a webiner on agentic AI. The session will also include a live look at LeapSpace (which KTU member can test for free until the 11th of June) and its capabilities, showing how a research-grade AI workspace can help researchers work faster, navigate complexity and move from insight to […]

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]]> Free trail of the new AI platform, LeapSpace https://library.ktu.edu/news/we-invite-you-to-test-a-new-ai-platform-leapspace/ Mon, 11 May 2026 11:37:48 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/we-invite-you-to-test-a-new-ai-platform-leapspace/ LeapSpace is a research-oriented artificial intelligence workspace designed for researchers and students. It helps users delve into academic topics, analyse scientific literature, and generate structured research conclusions based on reliable, peer-reviewed sources rather than general internet data. LeapSpace key elements: exploration and analysis of scholarly literature; in-depth Deep Research reports (including assumptions, limitations, and future […]

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]]> Webinar about integrating sustainability principles into Library practice https://library.ktu.edu/news/webinar-about-integrating-sustainability-principles-into-library-practice/ Mon, 11 May 2026 04:05:18 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/webinar-about-integrating-sustainability-principles-into-library-practice/ We invite you to register for the webinar “Collections with a Conscience: How Libraries Support Sustainability in Practice”. The seminar will explore how sustainability principles are integrated into the everyday work of libraries, focusing on purposeful and responsible collection development, effective information discovery solutions, and collaboration with the academic community. Date and time: May 19 […]

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]]> Webinar about economic impact of access tresearchresults and their reuse https://library.ktu.edu/news/webinar-abour-economic-impact-of-access-tresearchresults-and-their-reuse/ Fri, 08 May 2026 08:34:12 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/webinar-abour-economic-impact-of-access-tresearchresults-and-their-reuse/ We invite you to register for a seminar dedicated to presenting an economic analysis on improving access to research results, publications, and data, as well as their reuse opportunities. During the event, two main policy directions will be examined: an EU-wide secondary publication right and a harmonised research exception in EU copyright law. The seminar […]

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]]> On May 13, the library of the Mechanical Engineering and Design Library will be open until 5 p.m. https://library.ktu.edu/news/on-may-13-the-library-of-the-mechanical-engineering-and-design-library-will-be-open-until-5-p-m/ Tue, 05 May 2026 11:19:21 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/on-may-13-the-library-of-the-mechanical-engineering-and-design-library-will-be-open-until-5-p-m/ Please be advised that on May 13 (Wednesday) a training session will be held at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Design starting at 5 p.m. For this reason, the Mechanical Engineering and Design library will be open until 5 p.m. on that day. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

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]]> ELSEVIER online trainings sessions https://library.ktu.edu/news/elsevier-online-trainings/ Mon, 04 May 2026 05:29:14 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/elsevier-online-trainings/ Members of the KTU community are kindly invited to register and participate in online training sessions organized by Elsevier. How to find the right journal; strategies and tools that can help authors Date and time: May 5 (Tuesday) | 11:30 a.m.| Registration Learn how to use Mendeley with Elsevier Date and time: May 12 (Tuesday) […]

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]]> EBSCO online training sessions in May https://library.ktu.edu/news/ebsco-training-sessions-in-may-5/ Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:55:27 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/ebsco-training-sessions-in-may-5/ Members of the KTU community are kindly invited to register and participate in online training sessions organized by EBSCO. Key Business Content in Business Source: Academy of Management, INFORMS, and Harvard Date and Time: May 7 (Thursday) | 11:00 a.m. (duration: 40 min.) | Registration The session introduces key resources in the “Business Source” databases, […]

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]]> Information for visitors to the University Campus Library as of May 1 https://library.ktu.edu/news/information-for-visitors-to-the-university-campus-library-as-of-may-1/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:18:16 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/information-for-visitors-to-the-university-campus-library-as-of-may-1/ On May 1 (Friday), the University Campus Library (Studentų st. 48) will be undergoing a deep carpet cleaning. On that day, visitors are invited to use only those areas of the library that are not carpeted: first floor reading room; textbook collection; second floor common areas; M8 area. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank […]

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]]> Library opening hours during the holiday period https://library.ktu.edu/news/library-opening-hours-from-april-30-to-may-4/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:10:30 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/library-opening-hours-from-april-30-to-may-4/ University Campus Library April 30 – May 1 d. – 24/7 May 2 – 8:00–24:00 May 3 – closed May 4 – open from 8 a.m. Social Sciences and Humanities Library April 30 – 8:00–18:00 May 1 – closed May 2 – 10–17 Mechanical Engineering and Design Library April 30 – 9:00–19:00 May 1-2 – […]

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]]> Library online training sessions for researchers, doctoral students in May https://library.ktu.edu/news/library-online-training-sessions-for-researchers-doctoral-students-in-may/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:52:52 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/library-online-training-sessions-for-researchers-doctoral-students-in-may/ Researchers and doctoral students are invited to participate in online training sessions organized by the Library. The registration form contains a list of all planned training sessions, allowing you to select and register for those that interest you. Registered participants will be sent a login link. Detailed information about each training sessions. Registration for training. […]

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]]> Library online training sessions for students in May https://library.ktu.edu/news/library-online-training-sessions-for-students-in-may-2/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:31 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/library-online-training-sessions-for-students-in-may-2/ Students are invited to participate in online training sessions organized by the Library. The registration form contains a list of all planned training sessions, allowing you to select and register for those that interest you. Registered participants will be sent a login link. Detailed information about each training sessions. Registration for training. Training schedule: Final […]

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]]> Emerald webinars https://library.ktu.edu/news/emerald-webinars/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:17 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/emerald-webinars/ We invite members of the KTU community to participate in the following webinars organized by Emerald: From Search to Impact: Using Emerald Effectively. During this session, you will learn how to maximise Emerald’s tools for research and education, gain hands-on experience with the platform’s features, and access multidisciplinary resources that drive innovation. Date and time: April […]

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]]> Webinar “Using AI tools in learning and training” https://library.ktu.edu/news/webinar-using-ai-tools-in-learning-and-training/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:49:55 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/webinar-using-ai-tools-in-learning-and-training/ We invite you to participate in this EIFL (Electronic Information for Libraries) webinar, which will explore practical experiences in using AI tools for learning and training. Particular attention will be given to personal learning and the development of training materials for open science training. Date and time: May 6, 12:00 p.m. Registration

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]]> Webinar “The Many Faces of Citizen Science” https://library.ktu.edu/news/webinar-the-many-faces-of-citizen-science/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:15:42 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/webinar-the-many-faces-of-citizen-science/ We invite you to attend the webinar “The Many Faces of Citizen Science” by Alan Irwin, which will take place on April 22, 2026, from 15:00 to 16:30. During the lecture, one of the leading scholars in the field and the originator of the concept of citizen science, Alan Irwin, will discuss the development, diversity, […]

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]]> The events “Empowering International Students: Careers, Opportunities and Support” https://library.ktu.edu/news/the-events-empowering-international-students-careers-opportunities-and-support/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:22:25 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/the-events-empowering-international-students-careers-opportunities-and-support/ The post The events “Empowering International Students: Careers, Opportunities and Support” appeared first on Library.

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]]> Invitation to the Pearson Seminar at the KTU Library https://library.ktu.edu/news/invitation-to-the-pearson-seminar-at-the-ktu-library/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:05:48 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/invitation-to-the-pearson-seminar-at-the-ktu-library/ Registration form: Pearson Visit at KTU Library

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]]> Library Staff Visited Academic Libraries in Gdansk https://library.ktu.edu/news/library-staff-visited-academic-libraries-in-gdansk/ Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:10:30 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/library-staff-visited-academic-libraries-in-gdansk/ On April 10, Kaunas University of Technology Library staff visited the libraries of the Gdansk University of Technology and the University of Gdansk. The purpose of the visits was to familiarize themselves with the activities of these academic libraries, the organization of their services, and modern solutions designed for the academic and research communities. Significant […]

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]]> Access to the SciFinder AI tool CAS Newton https://library.ktu.edu/news/access-to-the-scifinder-ai-tool-cas-newton/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:56:16 +0000 https://library.ktu.edu/news/access-to-the-scifinder-ai-tool-cas-newton/ Starting April 8, 2026, the KTU community has access to CAS Newton, an artificial intelligence (AI) tool for the SciFinder database. This tool draws on information available through SciFinder, ensuring accuracy and thorough data selection. CAS Newton operates in a secure, closed environment, ensuring that user data remains safe and is not used to train […]

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