The webinar Navigating the AI Revolution: Preparing Researchers for the Future of AI took place online on 19 May 2025. The session explored how generative AI (GenAI) is transforming academic research and publishing, providing researchers with powerful tools to streamline their work and increase productivity. Featuring expert insights from Ciaran Talbot (University of Manchester), Dr. Gobinda Chowdhury (Strathclyde University), and Philip Reimann (Clarivate), the program highlighted practical approaches for evaluating and adopting AI tools responsibly. Participants gained an overview of the evolving AI landscape, discovered opportunities for information literacy instruction, and considered the role of libraries in supporting researchers with GenAI. The session concluded with a live Q&A.

Target audience
This event was particularly suited for researchers, librarians, and academic professionals interested in the responsible adoption of AI tools in research and publishing.