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Can AI help researchers identify errors, verify claims, and strengthen complex technical documents? Google Research has introduced Deep Review , an AI-powered system designed to analyse technical documents, identify logical gaps, verify mathematical statements, and provide detailed feedback to improve document quality. Initially developed to support academic research paper reviews, Deep Review has expanded to cover documents such as technical proposals, presentations, and legal and financial materials. The system uses multiple AI agents to examine different sections of a document and combine their findings into a comprehensive review. According to Google Research, the tool evolved from its Paper Assistant Tool, which supported more than 16,000 opted-in manuscript submissions through pilot programmes associated with major computer science conferences. Key Highlights AI-assisted verification of complex documents and research claims. Identification of logical inconsistencies and potential...

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 Key Submission Details Parameter Details Journal Title Journal of Economics and Development (JED) Publisher Emerald Publishing Submission Period 1 June 2026 – 31 October 2026 Accepted Formats Original research articles, evidence-based policy analyses, theoretical contributions Manuscript Length Maximum 8,000 words Review Process Double-blind peer review How to Submit Manuscripts should be prepared in accordance with the official author guidelines of the Journal of Economics and Development and submitted directly via the Emerald Publishing submission portal on or before 31 October 2026 . Link:  https://www.emerald.com/jed/calls-for-submissions/1867/Thematic-Issue-Sustainable-Growth-and-Welfare-in

  Springer Nature – Future Business Journal Future Business Journal invites researchers and scholars to contribute original research to a special collection focusing on the emerging role of Agentic Artificial Intelligence (AI) in marketing . The collection explores how AI agents are transforming consumer decision-making, marketing practices, brand management and sustainable market value. Areas of Interest Include: Agentic AI and consumer decision-making Delegated consumer agency and autonomy AI-driven personalisation and customer journeys Brand stewardship and AI-mediated branding Algorithmic transparency and contestability AI agents and digital/automated commerce Consumer trust and responsible AI AI, sustainability and responsible consumption Ethical challenges and governance of Agentic AI Human–AI collaboration in marketing Emerging business models enabled by AI agents Submission Deadline: 17 May 2027 Researchers, academicians and scholars working in Marketing, Artificial Intel...

A Professional Development Initiative by LIRC, St. Francis Institute of Technology, in Collaboration with MKES Nagindas Khandwala College The Learning and Information Resource Centre (LIRC), St. Francis Institute of Technology (Engineering College), Mumbai , in collaboration with MKES Nagindas Khandwala College (Empowered Autonomous College), Mumbai , successfully organised a Five-Day Online Librarians’ Development Program (LDP) from 10 to 14 August 2026 . The programme was conducted online from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day and was designed for librarians, assistant librarians, library professionals, and library science students . The programme provided a professional learning platform for library professionals and students to exchange ideas, explore emerging technologies, understand changing user expectations, and discover innovative approaches to contemporary librarianship. Libraries in a Changing Digital Landscape Libraries in higher education are rapidly evolving from traditi...

Theme: Agentic AI: Emerging Applications and Societal Benefits Are you a Professor, Academic Researcher, or Industry Leader driving the next wave of artificial intelligence? We are inviting distinguished domain experts to join us as Expert Resource Persons for an upcoming 6-Day AICTE ATAL Online Faculty Development Programme! This FDP focuses on the shift from Generative AI to autonomous Agentic AI , exploring its architecture, real-world deployment, and broader societal impact. 📌 Program Overview Feature Details Event Type AICTE ATAL Sponsored Faculty Development Programme Duration 6 Days Mode 100% Online Target Audience Faculty Members, Educators, and Research Scholars Goal Bridging advanced Agentic AI research with practical academic instruction 🧠 Core Session Topics We welcome session proposals and speaker contributions across key areas, including: 1. Foundations & Architecture Evolution of Agentic AI: Moving beyond Generative AI to Autonomous Agents Core Architecture: Pe...

The Learning and Information Resource Centre (LIRC), St. Francis Institute of Technology, successfully conducted an orientation programme on Elsevier ScienceDirect for students from multiple engineering departments under the able guidance of Ms. Preethi Colaco, Asst. Prof. Department of Basic Science and Humanities. A total of 184 students participated: Mechanical Engineering – 73 Electrical Engineering – 25 ECS – 36 ExTC – 50 The session introduced students to: Accessing international engineering journals Effective literature searching Advanced filtering techniques Downloading scholarly articles Supporting field projects and academic assignments The programme aimed to build strong research foundations and promote the effective use of digital library resources across engineering disciplines.

  📚 Explore High-Quality Open Access Journals in Electrical & Electronic Engineering These 33 Open Access journals cover emerging and interdisciplinary research areas including Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), Smart Grids, Renewable Energy, Cyber-Physical Systems, Nanotechnology, Power Electronics, Communications, Measurement Systems, and Intelligent Engineering . Open Access journals provide free and unrestricted access to scholarly research, promoting wider dissemination, greater visibility, and increased research impact. 📊 Collection at a Glance Category Details 📚 Subject Area Engineering 🔌 Specialization Electrical & Electronic Engineering 📖 Total Journals 33 🌐 Access Type Open Access 🎯 Why Explore These Journals? These journals are valuable resources for: 👨‍🎓 Undergraduate Students 👩‍🎓 Postgraduate Students 👨‍🏫 Faculty Members 🔬 Research Scholars 💡 Engineers and Industry Professionals They can be used for: Literature reviews Research pr...