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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251022T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251127T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T091047Z
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SUMMARY:Springer Nature: Writing & Publishing Webinars - Oct. & Nov.
DESCRIPTION:Springer Nature are holding free online webinars on writing and publishing over October & November 2025. \nUpcoming author webinars \n\n22 October 2025: How do journals operate?\n30 October 2025: The Importance of Research Data\n04 November 2025: How to promote your research\n05 November 2025: Benefits of Open Access & SN Author Journey\n06 November 2025: Research Integrity\n12 November 2025: AI & Scientific Writing\n19 November 2025: Using SN Link to find journals for your research\n26 November 2025: Real-world examples of submissions\n27 November 2025: Editorial Q&A
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/springer-nature-writing-publishing-webinars-oct-nov/
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence (AI),Research and innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251104T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251111T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20250610T133730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T133730Z
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SUMMARY:Advanced Copyright Training
DESCRIPTION:Naomi Korn Associates & CILIP Partnership Training provide a two-part online course for anybody responsible for copyright in their organisation\, across all library\, information\, knowledge\, data and heritage sectors. \nCourse participants will learn about the latest copyright developments\, their role and responsibilities and how they can embed copyright compliance in their organisation. \nPart 1: Tuesday 4th November 10-1pm \nPart 2: Tuesday 11th November 10-1pm \nClick here for more information and to register for this course
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/advanced-copyright-training/
CATEGORIES:Information resources management
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251106T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251106T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20250610T131610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T131610Z
UID:4739-1762434000-1762437600@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:Webinar: Evidence synthesis for decision making: navigating the chaos of the real world
DESCRIPTION:On 6th November this lunchtime webinar will host speakers Susan Spillane & Conor Teljeur discussing the challenges in evidence synthesis when the best available evidence may not answer all the questions. \nRegister for this event here \n 
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/webinar-evidence-synthesis-for-decision-making-navigating-the-chaos-of-the-real-world/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information needs and user services,Research and innovation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Evidence Synthesis Ireland":MAILTO:esi@universityofgalway.ie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251110T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251111T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20250709T104133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T110419Z
UID:4827-1762767000-1762867800@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:JBI: Scoping Review Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Scoping Review Workshop 10th & 11th November\, online using Microsoft Teams \nDelivered over two half-days\, this workshop explores the theories and concepts relating to scoping reviews and other types of evidence synthesis and will equip participants with the knowledge and tools required to successfully plan for and undertake and report a scoping review following the JBI approach. \nThis course is useful for anyone interested in conducting scoping reviews. \nAt the end of the training participants will be able to: \n\nconstruct an answerable scoping question\ndevelop inclusion and exclusion criteria to identify literature to answer the question\nconstruct complex searches for literature appropriate to the scoping question\nextract relevant data from the literature\nsynthesise extracted research data to form conclusions and answer the review question\nconstruct a publishable protocol and review report\n\nAttendees will only need a computer with good internet connection and a camera function\, and the ability to sign into Microsoft Teams. \nFor more information click here
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/jbi-scoping-review-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Information in society and health care,Research and innovation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251127T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251127T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20251017T081633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T081633Z
UID:5058-1764241200-1764244800@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:HSLG AGM 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Annual General Meeting of the Health Sciences Libraries Group will take place online on Thursday 27th November 2025\, from 11:00-12:00. \nHSLG members are invited to register for the AGM via Eventbrite. \nThe AGM will take place via Zoom\, and a link to join the meeting will be circulated closer to the date. \n 
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/hslg-agm-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information in society and health care
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251204T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20251022T124140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T125249Z
UID:5108-1764860400-1764871200@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:Search Filters for Evidence Synthesis
DESCRIPTION:Online workshop on 4th December from 15.00 – 18.00 \nPresented by Carol Lefebvre and Julie Ganville \nThis workshop will cover a range of topics and learning objectives including: \n\nUnderstanding the role and importance of methodological and other search filters\nLearning how to find and how to appraise search filters\nLearning how to use filters effectively to enhance and focus the search process\nExploring some challenges of using search filters and how to avoid them\nExploring some challenges in adapting search filters from one database / interface into another\nUnderstanding the ethical considerations of using search filters\nLearning how to stay up to date with new search filters\nGaining practical experience in using search filters through hands-on exercise\n\nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/search-filters-for-evidence-synthesis/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information in society and health care,Research and innovation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251204T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20251125T163140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T163140Z
UID:5156-1764860400-1764871200@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:Search Filters for Evidence Synthesis
DESCRIPTION:Carol Lefebvre and Julie Glanville present an online workshop on Search Filters for Evidence Synthesis. \nThis workshop will cover a range of topics and learning objectives including: \n\nUnderstanding the role and importance of methodological and other search filters;\nLearning how to find and how to appraise search filters;\nLearning how to use filters effectively to enhance and focus the search process;\nExploring some challenges of using search filters and how to avoid them;\nExploring some challenges in adapting search filters from one database / interface into another;\nUnderstanding the ethical considerations of using search filters;\nLearning how to stay up to date with new search filters; and\nGaining practical experience in using search filters through hands-on exercises.\n\nFor more information and to register click here.
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/search-filters-for-evidence-synthesis-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information needs and user services,Research and innovation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251211T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251211T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20251022T125129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T125129Z
UID:5113-1765465200-1765476000@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:Finding Unpublished Clinical Trial Data
DESCRIPTION:Online workshop on 11th December from 15.00 – 18.00 \nPresented by Carol Lefebvre and Julie Glanville \nThis workshop will cover a range of topics and learning objectives including: \n\nWhy do we need to know about clinical trials and ongoing research\nKey trials and trials results registers including ClinicalTrials.gov\, the WHO ICTRP and Cochrane CENTRAL\nOther resources to identify unpublished trial data including preprints\, HTA sources and trial initiatives\nClinical study reports\nObtaining trial information from regulatory agencies including Canada Health\, the (European) EMA and the (US) FDA\nDocumenting and reporting searches\n\nRegister here for this event
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/finding-unpublished-clinical-trial-data/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information in society and health care,Research and innovation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251215T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251215T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20251212T153434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T153434Z
UID:5233-1765818000-1765821600@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:Developing Systematic Search Skills: Peer-to-Peer Learning with Practice Sets
DESCRIPTION:Taubman Library Talks present a free webinar on December 15th @ 5pm on Developing Systematic Search Skills: Peer-to-Peer Learning with Practice Sets. \nPresenters Jenna Lepczyk and Perry Wiedling will walk attendees through how to use self-directed\, hands-on practice sets designed specifically for improving their systematic review searching. \nDiscover practical strategies\, explore step-by-step techniques\, learn what questions to ask the research team\, and get your questions answered—all in a supportive and safe space!  \nEarly career librarians are encouraged to attend\, or anyone interested in learning more about systematic searching. \nThis session will utilize resources on the Systematic Review Practice Sets site\, created by Informationists at the University of Michigan Taubman Health Sciences Library (UM-THSL) and populated with practice sets created by UM-THSL Informationists (Practice Sets – health sciences focus) and librarians at the University of Minnesota (More Practice Sets – sciences\, social sciences\, and beyond). \nThe Practice Set used for this webinar is #37121242 (“Effectiveness of handwashing with soap for preventing acute respiratory infections in low-income and middle-income countries”)\, available on the Practice Sets page. We encourage attendees to preview it before the session\, but it’s not required. \nFor more information on this and to get the Zoom link\, please visit: https://guides.lib.umich.edu/TaubmanTalks/Peer2PeerSearch
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/developing-systematic-search-skills-peer-to-peer-learning-with-practice-sets/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information in society and health care,Information needs and user services,Research and innovation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20251017T092828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T092828Z
UID:5081-1769644800-1769731199@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:CORE Information Retrieval Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:CORE Information Retrieval Forum 2026 \nFree in-person event on Thursday 29th January \nA unique day for people who specialise in information retrieval\, systematic searching\, knowledge or data mining\, evidence synthesis\, archiving and reference management. \nKey Themes: \n\nResearch & Impact\nArtificial Intelligence & Emerging Technologies\nFunding & Collaboration\nCareers & Professional Development\nNetworking\n\nCall for abstracts for an oral presentation\, poster or workshop under one of our five key themes. \nRegister for this event and submit your abstract here.
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/core-information-retrieval-forum-2026/
LOCATION:The Catalyst\, 3 Science Square Newcastle Helix Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 5TG United Kingdom\, 3 Science Square Newcastle Helix Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 5TG United Kingdom\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE4 5TG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Information needs and user services,Information resources management,Research and innovation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260204T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20260216T085312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T085424Z
UID:5376-1770217200-1772035200@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write
DESCRIPTION:Join LAI Munster for one or all Wednesday afternoons in February 2026 from 3-4pm to Shut Up & Write. \nIt can be hard to find the time to work without distractions on your CPD. Join LAI Munster on Teams for one or all four Wednesdays in Februrary where you give yourself the quiet time to work on LAI Awards applications: Associateship\, Senior Associateship and Fellowship or any other CPD. \nAdvanced registration is required.  Each session is free and open to LAIM/LAI members. \nRegister through Eventbrite. \n3-4pm Wednesday 4\, 11\, 18\, and 25 February
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/shut-up-write/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Management for information professionals
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ORGANIZER;CN="LAI Munster":MAILTO:laimunster@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260216T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260313T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20260116T153802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T154257Z
UID:5289-1771250400-1773421200@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:Foundations of Network Meta-Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Start date: Monday 16 February 2026 \nDuration: 4 weeks \nStandard rate: £600 (+VAT (UK and EU)) \nReduced rate: £450 (+VAT (UK and EU)) – for Research4Life Group A & B countries\, Cochrane Members and Students \nThis is a brand-new hybrid online course developed by methods and statistics experts in Cochrane. Designed for healthcare professionals\, researchers\, policy makers\, and guideline developers\, the course teaches the principles and practice of network meta-analysis (NMA) in a structured and accessible way. It is particularly suited to those without a background in statistics or programming. \nBy the end of the course you will: \n\nUnderstand the concept and core principles of NMA and its assumptions\nExplore different models for NMA and be able to interpret their outputs\nLearn how to assess the certainty of evidence generated by an NMA\nIdentify key reporting features of NMA protocols and reviews\nUnderstand how to interpret and disseminate the findings of an NMA\n\nThe course mixes online content on Cochrane’s Learning Experiences Platform (LXP) with Discussion Boards and live sessions with our expert tutors. \nCourse Schedule \n\nModule 1: Monday 16 February to Friday 20 February 2026. Live session 2pm UTC on Thursday 19 February\nModule 2: Monday 23 February to Friday 27 February 2026. Live session 2pm UTC on Thursday 26 February\nModule 3: Monday 2 March to Friday 6 March 2026. Live session 2pm UTC on Thursday 5 March\nModule 4: Monday 9 March to Friday 13 March 2026. Live session 2pm UTC on Thursday 12 March\n\nSpaces on the courses are strictly limited. Register as soon as possible to secure your place. \nFind out more and register at: https://www.cochrane.org/products-and-services/foundations-network-meta-analysis \n 
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/foundations-of-network-meta-analysis/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information in society and health care,Research and innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260226T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260226T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20250926T140123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T140247Z
UID:4978-1772110800-1772114400@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:Too good to be True? Spotting problematic trials in systematic reviews
DESCRIPTION:Join Jack Wilkinson\, Senior Lecturer in Clinical Trials at University of Manchester for a 1 hour interactive webinar on Spotting problematic trials in systematic reviews. \n\nThe INSPECT-SR (INveStigating ProblEmatic Clinical Trials in Systematic Reviews) tool has been developed for the purpose of assessing trustworthiness of RCTs in order to identify problematic trials. This interactive webinar will introduce the INSPECT-SR tool by way of application to a published clinical trial. Attendees will have the opportunity to use INSPECT-SR to perform trustworthiness checks themselves and learn how the tool can be incorporated when undertaking a systematic review. \n\nFor more information and to register for this event click here.
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/too-good-to-be-true-spotting-problematic-trials-in-systematic-reviews/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information in society and health care,Research and innovation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Evidence Synthesis Ireland":MAILTO:esi@universityofgalway.ie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260303T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260327T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20251106T094029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T094207Z
UID:5131-1772544600-1774627200@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:Leeds Mixed Method Systematic Review Online Courses
DESCRIPTION:Course 1: Conducting a Mixed Methods Systematic Review \nIntroduction: 3rd March 2026\, 13:30–14:30  (Optional) \nLive Sessions: 5th\, 10th\, 13th\, and 18th March\, 13:30–16:00 \nContent Summary  \n\nHow mixed methods synthesis can help with complex questions and policy relevant evidence.\nFinding evidence for mixed method synthesis\, developing a logic model\, discovering types of integration.\nDifferent approaches to integration\, realist synthesis\, diversity in approaches.\nWhat to compare and how? What to connect and how?\n\n  \nCourse 2: Searching the Evidence Base \nIntroduction: 19th March 2026\, 13:30–14:30 (Optional) \nLive Sessions: 24th & 27th March\, 13:30–16:00 \nContent Summary  \n\nDesigning a mixed-method review search strategy.\nWhen to use study-type filters.\nSeed papers for complex search strategy design.\nTools for choosing databases/resources and translating searches.\nWhen and how to use supplementary search techniques.\nReference management software for large volumes of records and iterative search processes during a review.\n\nBook by 20th February 2026 \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/leeds-mixed-method-systematic-review-online-courses/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information in society and health care,Information needs and user services,Research and innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260310T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260324T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20260224T112814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T112814Z
UID:5411-1773133200-1774360800@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:Systematic Approaches to Searching for Evidence
DESCRIPTION:Sheffield Centre for Health Related Research (SCHARR) are holding an online interactive course on Systematic Approaches to Searching for Evidence. \nHeld over two mornings this course will cover the key principles of searching for published and unpublished evidence in a systematic\, transparent way. \n\nDay 1: Tues 10 March 2026 | 9am–1pm\nDay 2: Tues 24 March 2026 | 9am–2pm\n\nIdeal for postgraduate students\, early career researchers\, librarians and information specialists across health\, social sciences\, and public policy. \nCourse programme \nDay 1 \n\nThe role of the literature search in the evidence review process\nScoping the literature and choosing sources\nMatching your search approach to the particular review method\nTurning a research question into a search strategy\n\nDelegates will be given a search task to complete in their own time\, between days 1 and 2 (please allow approximately 1 hour for this). \nDay 2 \n\nCommon pitfalls of searching (including feedback on search task)\nReporting searches\nBeyond the “big bang” search – complementary and iterative methods\, and when to use them\nEmerging techniques\nKnowing when to stop\n\nFor more information and to book your place click here.
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/systematic-approaches-to-searching-for-evidence/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Foundations of LIS profession,Information in society and health care,Information needs and user services,Information resources management
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20251201T141614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T105759Z
UID:5177-1773273600-1773359999@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:HSLG 2026 Conference: Celebrating Our Collective Power: Finding Strength in Difference - Call for abstracts now open
DESCRIPTION:Call for abstracts now open. \nWe will hold our annual conference in the Ashling Hotel\, Dublin on Thursday 12th March 2026. \nOur theme is “Celebrating Our Collective Power: Finding Strength in Difference“. \nWe all have different values\, preferences\, priorities\, stakeholders\, professional goals and ways of working. This diversity provides benefits to our profession with greater access to new ideas and innovations. \n\nTechnology – how do we prepare for technological innovations such as AI\nImpact – how do we make a difference to others\nUser Engagement – how do we ensure our services meet the varied needs of library users\nResilience – how do we function well in the face of adversity\nLifelong Learning – (such as CPD)\n\nSubmit your abstract to contacthslg@gmail.com by Tuesday 13th January 2026. Please include a presentation title\, name of presenter(s)\, organisation\, abstract of 250-300 words\, and whether you will speak for 10 or 20 minutes. \nSuccessful presenters will have the conference fee waived.* \nTickets are now on sale register on Eventbrite \nTicket Prices: \nHSLG member: €35 \nNon-LAI member: €80 \nLAI member/Student/Unemployed: €50 \n[*Note: Standard presentation will be limited to a maximum of two presenters\, with short presentations limited to one.]
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/hslg-2026-conference-celebrating-our-collective-power-finding-strength-in-difference-call-for-abstracts-now-open/
LOCATION:Ashling Hotel Dublin\, 10 - 13 Parkgate St\, Stoneybatter\, Dublin 8\, D08 P38N\, Ireland
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260319T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20260212T160217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T160217Z
UID:5367-1773946800-1773950400@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:Navigating Misinformation in One-on-One Patron Interactions
DESCRIPTION:Webjunction presents a 1-hour free webinar on Navigating Misinformation in One-on-One Patron Interactions. \nJoin Stacey Wedlake and Kristen Calvert on 19th March at 7pm to learn about why people believe misinformation and leave with approaches you can use during interactions with patrons. \nRegister to attend here. \n 
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/navigating-misinformation-in-one-on-one-patron-interactions/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information and communication technologies
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260328
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20260212T154403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T154650Z
UID:4974-1774396800-1774655999@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:Stewardship in Challenging Times: the Role of Libraries in Supporting Civic Society - Research Libraries UK Conference
DESCRIPTION:Stewardship in Challenging Times – the Role of Libraries in Supporting Civic Society \nRLUK will explore how libraries can adopt dynamic\, inclusive\, empathetic\, and strategic approaches to successfully manage the myriad human challenges they face\, embrace the contested nature of library spaces\, and support world-class research. \nLibraries need to navigate the increasingly complex intersections of academic freedom\, freedom of speech\, censorship\, and the management of contested spaces and collections. These complexities call for vision and clarity to restate and communicate the values of research libraries. \nProgramme available here. \nRegister for this event through EventBrite. \nTicket prices from £27
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/stewardship-in-challenging-times-the-role-of-libraries-in-supporting-civic-society-research-libraries-uk-conference/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information in society and health care,Information needs and user services,Research and innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260407T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260407T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20260216T092653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T092849Z
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SUMMARY:Winning Library Grants: Turning Community Needs into Funded Projects
DESCRIPTION:On April 7th join Stephanie Gerding for a friendly\, encouraging\, clear walk-through on Winning Library Grants. \n\nThis presentation will help you to: \n\nIdentify genuine community needs.\nShape these needs into grant project ideas.\nAlign with funders.\nCreate a project structure that reviewers will trust.\n\nRegister here to attend this free session.
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/winning-library-grants-turning-community-needs-into-funded-projects/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Management for information professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260422T091500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260423T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20260401T144359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T144359Z
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SUMMARY:Search Lightning – The 2026 UHMLG Spring Forum
DESCRIPTION:This review is automatic\, systematic\, hydromatic!\nThe 2026 UHMLG Spring Forum will once again bring together a fantasic line-up of speakers from around the UK\, across two half-days 22-23 April. There are a total of six talks on the overall theme of systematic reviews – some of which do\, of course\, discuss the use of AI in systematic reviews… but the focus is very much on the practical implementation\, not on generalities or background. \nBook your place at this link \nSchedule\nWednesday 22 April\n\n09.15: Forum opens\n09.20: Welcome and introductions\n09.30: Isla Kuhn\, Head of Medical Library services\, University of Cambridge: The Medical Student Systematic Review Group at Cambridge University.\n10.20: Break\n10.30: Pip Divall\, Clinical Librarian Service Manager\, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: Experiences of UK based health librarians collaborating with clinical research staff on systematic reviews and associated authorship.\n11.20: Break\n11.40: Lightning Talk: Manfred Gschwandtner\, Librarian\, Kent and Medway Medical School (KMMS): Examining Learning Resources Used by Year 5 Medical Students for UKMLA Preparation: A Descriptive Case Study\n11.50 Carolyn Smith\, Horton Library Manager and Outreach Librarian\, Bodleian Libraries\, University of Oxford: Systematic review searching – what does being a co-author involve\n12.40: Closing remarks\n\nThursday 23 April\n\n09.15: Forum opens\n09.20: Welcome and introductions\n09.30: Charis Wong\, Clinical Fellow in Data-Driven Drug Selection and Consultant Neurologist\, University of Edinburgh: AI-enabled systematic review platforms: how well do they perform?\n10.20: Break\n10.30: A presentation from the RAISE project: Working towards the responsible use of AI in evidence synthesis: The RAISE project\n11.20: Break\n11.40: John Barbrook\, Faculty Librarian\, Lancaster University: AI Methods within systematic review search strategies\n12.30: Closing remarks\n\nTickets\nThis year\, to ensure the continuation of UHMLG’s activities in the absence of a Summer Conference\, we do need to charge a small fee for tickets: \n\n£25 for one person\, one day\n£40 for one person\, both days\n£100 for an organisation ticket: multiple staff can view both days\, and the conference can be streamed in a shared space
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/search-lightning-the-2026-uhmlg-spring-forum/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence (AI),Information resources management,Research and innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260424T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20260326T121003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T121657Z
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SUMMARY:HSLG Virtual Journal Club – Systematic review searching as invisible labour
DESCRIPTION:This journal club meeting is hosted by Caitríona Lee\, Information Specialist at the Health Research Board. \nArticle:\nRoss-White A. Search is a verb: systematic review searching as invisible labor. J Med Libr Assoc. 2021 Jul 1;109(3):505-506. https://doi.org/10.5195/jmla.20211226  PMID: 34629983; PMCID: PMC8485967.
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/hslg-virtual-journal-club-systematic-review-searching-as-invisible-labour/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Journal Club
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20260116T144307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T152427Z
UID:5264-1777420800-1777593599@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:LAI/CILIP Ireland Joint Annual Conference 2026 - Call for Papers
DESCRIPTION:LAI/CILIP Ireland are inviting submissions for their conference on Stronger Together: Opportunities\, threats\, inclusion and community building from all types of libraries\, knowledge and information centres\, including students\, for paper presentations\, lightning talks\, and poster presentations that cover any aspect of the theme\, including\, but not limited to: \n\nOpportunities\nThreats\nInclusion\nCommunity Building\n\nSubmission Deadline: Midnight 16th February \nEmail queries to: jointlibrariesconference@libraryassociation.ie \nSee here for more submission information.
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/lai-cilip-ireland-joint-annual-conference-2026-call-for-papers/
LOCATION:Monaghan Peace Campus\, Plantation Road\, Monaghan\, H18 RP20\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Foundations of LIS profession,Information and communication technologies,Information needs and user services
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260509
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20260116T151003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T151003Z
UID:5274-1778025600-1778284799@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:LIBER Architecture Group Seminar 2026
DESCRIPTION:For the first time the LIBER Architecture Group Seminar will take place in Ireland! \nThis event is where librarians\, architects\, designers\, and developers will come together to explore the future of library buildings. Under the theme “Invest – Involve – Inspire: Shaping the next generation of Library Buildings” . \nLocation: East Quad\, Grangegorman Campus\, Technological University Dublin. \nThis event will feature keynote talks\, workshops\, panel discussions\, and guided library visits inlcuding the new Academic Hub library building at Technological University Dublin. \nRegister to attend on EventBrite. \nFor more information see here. \n 
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/liber-architecture-group-seminar-2026/
LOCATION:Technological University Dublin\, Dublin\, D07 H6K8\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Information resources management,Management for information professionals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20260116T152053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T152818Z
UID:5282-1779840000-1780012799@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:CONUL Conference 2026 - Call for Papers
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 conference theme is Transforming futures: Libraries leading through Change and Innovation.\n\nCONUL invites submissions for presentations and posters which address the conference theme and sub-themes:\n\n\nThriving as Library Professionals in a Changing Environment\nDesigning User-Centered\, Inclusive\, and Sustainable Library experiences\nReimagining Teaching & Learning\nHonouring Tradition\, Advancing Innovation\nLeveraging Technology in Transforming Libraries\nBuilding Meaningful Partnerships Within and Beyond the Campus\nSupporting Research through Digital Tools\, Collaborative Models\, and Creative Spaces\n\nClosing date for abstract submission: Midnight Tuesday 20th January \nInformation on abstract submission: https://conference.conul.ie/call-for-papers-2026/ 
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/conul-conference-2026-call-for-papers/
LOCATION:Galmont Hotel\, Galway\, Lough Atalia Road\, Galway\, H91 CYN3\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Information and communication technologies,Information needs and user services,Information resources management
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20251017T083528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T114240Z
UID:5066-1780876800-1781308799@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:EAHIL 2026 Conference
DESCRIPTION:Bridges to New Horizons: Innovations in Health Information and Medical Libraries \n8 – 12 June 2026\, Antalya\, Turkey \nUnder the theme Bridging Horizons\, the conference will explore how emerging technologies\, ethical practices\, and collaborative partnerships are transforming medical libraries and health information systems worldwide. \nRegister to attend here. \nInformation on conference theme and subtheme here. \nKey Deadlines \n\nCall for Papers Opens: 15  September 2025\nAbstract Submission Deadline: 14 November 2025\nNotification of Acceptance: 15 December 2025\nEarly Registration Opens: 1 December 2025\nEarly Registration Closes: 8 May 2026\nPreliminary Programme Release: March 2026
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/eahil-2026-conference/
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence (AI),Information and communication technologies,Information in society and health care,Information needs and user services,Information resources management
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20250811T081606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T082052Z
UID:4885-1783987200-1784246399@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:International Congress on Medical Librarianship (ICML) Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:14th ICML Congress will take place in Glasgow from 14th -16th July 2026 \nConference theme – Flourish: growing our communities  \nSubthemes: \n\nGrowing Medical Librarianship through innovation\nCareers: flourishing careers from new professionals to retirement and beyond\nEquity\, equality\, disparities\nResearch assessment: the impact and quality of medical research\nEvidence based practice: advancing library practice and our profession through research and evaluation\nHealth and Wellbeing\nSustainability\n\nIn-person and online registration options available \nIn-person early bird rate until 31st January 2026 \nFor more information see here
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/international-congress-on-medical-librarianship-icml-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Technology and Innovation Centre\, Glasgow\, Scotland\, 99 George Street\, Glasgow\, Scotland\, G1 1RD
CATEGORIES:Information and communication technologies,Information in society and health care,Information needs and user services,Management for information professionals,Research and innovation
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20250808T093317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T094755Z
UID:4873-1792540800-1792886399@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:The Ecosystem of Evidence
DESCRIPTION:The Ecosystem of Evidence: Navigating the future of the ecosystem of evidence                                                                                                                                                       \n11th EBHC International Conference\, joint meeting with the 11th Conference of the International Society for Evidence-Based Health Care \n21st – 24th October 2026\, Taormina\, Sicily\, Italy \nThis conference will delve into groundbreaking themes such as artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation in research\, clinical practice\, and healthcare service delivery. \nRegistration opens 7th May 2025 \nhttps://www.ebhcconference.org/  \n 
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/the-ecosystem-of-evidence/
LOCATION:Hotel Caparena\, Taormina\, Sicily\, Via Nazionale 189 - 98039\, Taormina\, Sicily\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence (AI),Research and innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261208T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261210T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195830
CREATED:20260224T114735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T114735Z
UID:5421-1796716800-1796922000@hslg.ie
SUMMARY:2026 Cochrane Colloquium
DESCRIPTION:The Cochrane Colloquium brings together people from around the world to exchange ideas\, share experiences\, and engage in dialogue on the most pressing questions related to evidence generation\, synthesis\, and use across health and beyond. It is a unique forum for collaboration across disciplines\, regions\, and perspectives. \nAs the world of evidence continues to evolve rapidly\, the 2026 Colloquium will provide space to reflect\, connect\, and collectively explore how evidence can best respond to emerging challenges and opportunities while remaining rigorous\, transparent\, inclusive\, and trusted. \n  \nEarly Bird Registration €1300 (until May 11th) \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/2026-cochrane-colloquium/
LOCATION:ICE\, Krakow\, Poland\, Krakow\, Poland
CATEGORIES:Information in society and health care,Information needs and user services,Information resources management,Research and innovation
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