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- More than 70 papers will be presented, highlighting applications of artificial intelligence and new technologies in heritage preservation and knowledge management
JEDDAH: The 28th annual conference of the Special Libraries Association (Arabian Gulf Chapter) starts on Tuesday in Jeddah and runs until Sept. 18.
The event, organized with the Ministry of Culture鈥檚 Libraries Commission, focuses on the 鈥渟ustainability of knowledge and preservation of culture.鈥�
This includes 鈥渕anaging rare documents, manuscripts, and heritage materials in the era of emerging technologies and AI.鈥�
The conference will bring together international and regional experts in library and information sciences, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
More than 70 papers will be presented, highlighting applications of artificial intelligence and new technologies in heritage preservation and knowledge management.
The program includes workshops, an exhibition on information systems, and a cultural section with a tour of historic Jeddah and traditional performances.
Discussions will cover the use of smart technologies in libraries, governance and policies for archives and manuscripts, intellectual property, privacy, and standards for sustainable access to heritage information.
The event aims to provide a platform for knowledge exchange and explore how advanced technologies can help safeguard cultural heritage and ensure the sustainability of knowledge institutions.