Brady D. Lund

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• Assistant Professor at University of North Texas

Purpose This paper aims to provide an overview of key definitions related to ChatGPT, a public tool developed by OpenAI, and its underlying technology, Generative Pretrained Transformer (GPT). Design/methodology/approach This paper includes an interview with ChatGPT on its potential impact on academia and libraries. The interview discusses the ben...

This article discusses OpenAI's ChatGPT, a generative pre‐trained transformer, which uses natural language processing to fulfill text‐based user requests (i.e., a “chatbot”). The history and principles behind ChatGPT and similar models are discussed. This technology is then discussed in relation to its potential impact on academia and scholarly res...

This research delves into the interplay between three pivotal literacies in the digital age-information literacy, data literacy, and privacy literacy-and the receptivity towards the adoption of emerging technology within communities, with a specific focus on the chatbot ChatGPT. Data was gathered through online surveys conducted among adults residi...

The rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) within society and the emergence of the fourth industrial revolution (4IR), has ignited a spectrum of emotions in society, ranging from enthusiasm to anxiety. This study investigates the depths of AI anxiety and fear among a population of information science students and professionals. Utilising...

AI has the potential to revolutionize mental health services by providing personalized support and improving accessibility. However, it is crucial to address ethical concerns to ensure responsible and beneficial outcomes for individuals. This systematic review examines the ethical considerations surrounding the implementation and impact of artifici...

The purpose of this annotated bibliography is to compile AI-related research articles that I have published during the early stages of my career. Each entry includes a brief summary of the paper’s objectives and key findings, as well as a short note on the types of research it may support. The papers are ordered chronologically, with the oldest pap...

Paper Accepted for Publication in Information Technology and Libraries (ITAL). This paper examines the integration of Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) systems within academic library environments, focusing on their potential to transform traditional search and retrieval mechanisms. RAG combines the natural language understanding capabilities of...

Purpose This paper aims to examine the evolution of DeepSeek R1 as an advanced alternative to ChatGPT in academic and library contexts. It highlights DeepSeek R1’s potential to enhance research methodologies, optimize search and metadata processing and refine content development. Additionally, it explores the ethical implications of integrating nex...

Purpose This study aims to investigate the awareness, utilisation, perception and impact of artificial intelligence (AI) tools among graduate students across various universities in Northeast India. In addition, it delves into the challenges they encounter while integrating AI into their education and learning. Design/methodology/approach This stu...

This is a copy of the survey instrument used for the study "AI and Academic Integrity: Exploring Student Perceptions and Implications for Higher Education" (Lund et al., 2025). You are welcome to use this tool or any of its questions, with attribution (reference below). Questions were developed based on literature review and refined via pilot testi...

The emergence of generative artificial intelligence tools, such as ChatGPT, presents new challenges impacting student perceptions of academic integrity. While extensive research exists on academic misconduct and student perceptions of various infractions, there is limited understanding of how AI tools impact these views and whether their use consti...

Scientific misconduct, leading to the retraction of publications, presents a significant challenge to the progress of societies as it undermines both the scientific reputation and material resources of countries. This study adopts bibliometric analysis and scientometrics approach to examine the characteristics of retracted publications in the engin...

Conventional Applicant Tracking Systems (ATSs) encounter considerable constraints in accurately aligning resumes with job descriptions (JD), especially in handling unstructured data and intricate qualifications. We provide Resume2Vec, an innovative method that utilizes transformer-based deep learning models, including encoders (BERT, RoBERTa, and D...

This article reports the findings of a study of the educational backgrounds of library directors at Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) in the United States. Using a content analysis of MSI library websites and director/dean profiles, the leadership of 746 minority-serving institutions was identified including whether they have earned an American...

The global landscape of transparency standards, frameworks, and legislation for artificial intelligence (AI) shows an increasing focus on building trust, accountability, and ethical deployment. This paper presents comparative analysis of key frameworks for AI transparency, such as the IEEE P7001 standard and the CLeAR Documentation Framework, highl...

The following is an overview of our preliminary findings for the survey portion of the Advancing Resources for Cultural Heritage, Inclusion, and Visibility for ALL Communities - Minority Serving Institutions (ARCHIV-ALL MSI) project, funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities Preservation and Access: Research and Development grant (PR-2959...

In the rapidly evolving digital age, the proliferation of disinformation and misinformation poses significant challenges to societal trust and information integrity. Recognizing the urgency of addressing this issue, this systematic review endeavors to explore the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in combating the spread of false information. Thi...

Conventional Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) encounter considerable constraints in accurately aligning resumes with job descriptions (JD), especially in handling unstructured data and intricate qualifications. We provide Resume2Vec, an innovative method that utilizes transformer-based deep learning models, including encoders (BERT, RoBERTa, and Di...

Purpose This paper aims to examine the relevance of Rogers’ diffusion of innovations theory, with a particular focus on the adopter categories concept, for library technology research in light of rapid changes sparked by the emergence of generative artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies at the dawn of the fourth industrial revoluti...

The Handbook on Information Sciences provides a comprehensive overview of the core themes within the discipline, including the organisation of information and how to manage data, and outlines avenues for future research. Discussions on the methodological evolution of the field are enriched by an in-depth evaluation of the use of experimental method...

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0), and particularly the growth of artificial intelligence ( AI ), has had a profound impact on society, creating excitement among the public while also raising concerns about its implications and ethical considerations. This study aims to examine the perceptions of individuals from a variety of backgrou...

This chapter provides a historical overview of the evolving landscape of research methods in information science, examining articles from seven well-established information science journals for the decades of 1960 to 2020. The chapter begins by presenting an overview of the early studies that categorized research methods in information science, emp...

In the contemporary landscape of academia, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly altered the dynamics of academic research and writing. This study delves into the perceptions of academic misconduct among university students in the age of AI. Through a structured online survey, participants will articulate their perspecti...

The integration of AI generated content into academic research and paper writing has revolutionized scholarly practices, granting students unprecedented access to information and writing support. However, this advancement has also raised serious concerns regarding plagiarism and academic integrity, leading to the emergence of AI detection services....

This poster explores how BookTok, a social media community on TikTok focused on literature, builds a community among an audience of primarily female readers, sometimes called “fangirls.” The researchers analyzed comments on popular BookTok videos, finding that emotional responses, generic comments, and seeking interaction with other viewers were mo...

Definition In response to the increasing complexity and sophistication of cyber threats, particularly those enhanced by advancements in artificial intelligence, traditional security methods are proving insufficient. This paper provides an overview of the zero-trust cybersecurity framework, which operates on the principle of “never trust, always ver...

While the significance of employment for individual well-being and sense of belonging is well-documented in the literature, individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face substantial challenges in securing and retaining meaningful employment after completing their schooling. This chapter addresses the gap in research concerning employment rea...

The thorough dissection of prominent scholarly contributions can shed light on the evolution of research trajectories. Using marketing research as a case, this study aims to probe into the recognition and resonance that research enjoys across social media landscapes, employing the power of Altmetric. We employed an analytical approach involving des...

As large language models (LLMs) continue to advance, evaluating their comprehensive capabilities becomes significant for their application in various fields. This research study comprehensively evaluates the language, vision, speech, and multimodal capabilities of GPT-4o. The study employs standardized exam questions, reasoning tasks, and translati...

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape aspects of our world, fears and misunderstandings about its implications are widespread. Some of these concerns are rooted in the practices and beliefs of our religious communities. This paper aims to address worries regarding AI and its impact on religion and Christian traditions. It does so by...

In response to the increasing complexity and sophistication of cyber threats, particularly those enhanced by advancements in artificial intelligence, traditional security methods are proving insufficient. This paper explores the zero-trust cybersecurity framework, which operates on the principle of "never trust, always verify" to mitigate vulnerabi...

Background Experts are currently investigating the potential applications of the metaverse in healthcare. The metaverse, a groundbreaking concept that arose in the early 21st century through the fusion of virtual reality and augmented reality technologies, holds promise for transforming healthcare delivery. Alongside its implementation, the issue o...

Purpose Bothorship – “bot authorship”, or the use of artificial intelligence tools to support writing activities - has transformed publishing in the few years since the emergence of ChatGPT in late 2022. The bane of the publisher’s existence, but a boon for writers, these tools support enhanced writing quality and reduce the amount of time and effo...

As large language models (LLMs) continue to advance, evaluating their comprehensive capabilities becomes significant for their application in various fields. This research study comprehensively evaluates the language, vision, speech, and multimodal capabilities of GPT-4o. The study employs standardized exam questions, reasoning tasks, and translati...

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies like ChatGPT, have significantly impacted academic writing and publishing through their ability to generate content at levels comparable to or surpassing human writers. Through a review of recent interdisciplinary literature, this paper examines ethical considerations surrounding the integration...

Many people in the advanced stages of dementia require full-time caregivers, most of whom are family members who provide informal (non-specialized) care. It is important to provide these caregivers with high-quality information to help them understand and manage the symptoms and behaviors of dementia patients. This study aims to evaluate ChatGPT, a...

The emergence of large language models has sparked discussion about their role in academic andscholarly publishing and whether their use poses threats to academic integrity. This paper argues forthe ethical acceptance and integration of language models into the scholarly publishing process for thepurposes of improving writing quality without the ne...

The emergence of large language models has sparked discussion about their role in academic and scholarly publishing and whether their use poses threats to academic integrity. This paper argues for the ethical acceptance and integration of language models into the scholarly publishing process for the purposes of improving writing quality without the...

Key Messages • In this chapter, we delve into the realm of healthcare information sources, focusing on the crucial roles played by libraries and mobile health technologies in granting parents access to vital health information and resources. • We compare parents' experiences with children with rare diseases and those without a rare disease. • Ou...

This paper investigates the integration of blockchain technology into core systems within institutions of higher education, utilizing the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework as a guiding framework. It supplies definitions of key terminology including blockchain, consensus mechanisms, decentralized identit...

This paper investigates the integration of blockchain technology into core systems within institutions of higher education, utilizing the National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework as a guiding framework. It supplies definitions of key terminology including blockchain, consensus mechanisms, decentralized identit...

Background The emergence of the artificial intelligence chatbot ChatGPT in November 2022 has garnered substantial attention across diverse disciplines. Despite widespread adoption in various sectors, the exploration of its application in libraries, especially within the medical domain, remains limited. Aims/Objectives Many areas of interest remain...

This paper investigates retracted articles indexed in the Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO) Brazil, using bibliometric techniques to identify the characteristics of these retractions and relevant citation trends. All records of retracted articles from the first record in October 2004 to April 2022 were included. Sixty-seven retractions...

There are many classification schemes in use by libraries around the world today. They can differ in several regards: whether they are enumerative (comprehensive and hierarchically structured), faceted (containing composed categories that can be combined), or somewhere in-between (e.g., analytico-synthetic); as well as whether the schemes are unive...

Undoubtedly, ChatGPT wields considerable influence in the realm of writing-based tasks. The advent of ChatGPT and analogous large language model technologies is recognized as a potentially disruptive force with far-reaching implications not only for academic libraries but for higher education on the whole. This article delves into the multifaceted...

The field of scientometrics, the quantitative study of scientific and scholarly literature, has gained widespread popularity in recent decades, especially among researchers in library and information science. However, the quality of many studies in this field is questionable and the relevance of the findings is often unclear, impacting the reputati...

Python for Information Professionals: How to Design Practical Applications to Capitalize on the Data Explosion is an introduction to the Python programming language for library and information professionals with little or no prior experience. As opposed to the many Python books available today that focus on the language only from a general sense, t...

SUBMIT HERE: https://think.taylorandfrancis.com/special_issues/ai-future-library-services-crossroads/?utm_source=&utm_medium=#. Recent advances in generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies like ChatGPT promise to revolutionize library services in coming years. While there has been much speculation as to the potential positive and negativ...

Purpose In terms of training the public in prompt engineering skills, no single discipline or profession currently takes the lead, presenting an opportunity for professions like librarianship to step into this role. Librarians are already well-equipped to educate the public in a wide range of literacy skills and tasks, so prompt engineering may be...

This paper proposes a pedagogical framework for integrating experiential learning into the preparation for data librarianship. The framework is centered around practicum experiences and utilizes principles of the learner-centered paradigm in educational practice. Experience learning theory serves as a cornerstone of the framework, with students con...

When considering the implications of emerging technology in the field of library and information science, it is important to consider that the implications of future technological advancements may expand beyond simple problem-solving and task completion. These technologies possess the potential to dismantle biases and barriers prevalent in academia...

Background The metaverse, a novel concept that emerged in the second decade of the 21st century based on the integration of virtual reality and augment reality technologies, is being explored by experts for its potential use in healthcare. Alongside its implementation, the issue of digital professionalism in healthcare needs to be addressed. Digita...

Academic publishers have quickly responded to the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) tools on authorship and academic integrity. However, there remains a lack of understanding about AI authorship policies and the attitude of academic journals towards these tools. This study aims to address this gap by examining the AI authorship policies of 300...

Universities and scientific educational institutions today need targeted information services to ensure that their user communities have the information they need. This study aims to design, develop, implement, and evaluate a mobile application for academic library services at Tarbiat Modares University (Tehran, Iran). A four-stage process was util...

This paper explores the potential impact of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Generative AI) on developing countries, considering both positive and negative effects across various domains of information, culture, and industry. Generative Artificial Intelligence refers to artificial intelligence (AI) systems that generate content, such as text, au...

Universities and scientific educational institutions today need targeted information services to ensure that their user communities have the information they need. This study aims to design, develop, implement, and evaluate a mobile application for academic library services at Tarbiat Modares University (Tehran, Iran). A four-stage process was util...

Background: Many people in the advanced stages of dementia require full-time caregivers, most of whom are family members who provide informal (non-specialized) care. It is important to provide these caregivers with high-quality information to help them understand and manage the symptoms and behaviors of dementia patients. This study aims to investi...

The Fourth Industrial Revolution, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI), has had a profound impact on society, raising concerns about its implications and ethical considerations. The emergence of text generative AI tools like ChatGPT has further intensified concerns regarding ethics, security, privacy, and copyright. This study aims to examine...

This paper explores the concerns surrounding AI technologies in higher education as the fall semester approaches. While some institutions have banned AI tools due to negative experiences, this paper argues for the inclusion of course-specific statements in syllabi to outline appropriate AI tool usage. Drawing parallels with varying scholarly journa...

This article aims to establish the h-index in different mathematical aspects and measure the correlation of the h-index with other metrics using the bibliographic data of selected journals in the Library and Information Science (LIS) domain. Using the concept of relation and function, the h-index is expressed. Data collected from authors in three m...

Abstract Purpose As the COVID-19 outbreak expanded over the world, governments looked for smartphone-based technological solutions to reduce the disease's dangers and prevent it. Most leading governments initially sought to use new smartphone-based applications (apps). In this study, we review articles that have evaluated these official government...

This study uses citation data from the Scite (scite.ai) web tool to determine which disciplines frequently use citations that either support or contrast previous works. The raw citation type data provided by the scite.ai tool is sorted into categories of “mentioning,” “supporting,” and “contrasting” to identify the disciplines that commonly use sup...

This study uses a cross-sectional online survey approach to investigate the gap between healthcare information provided by hospitals and family caregivers' information needs and the relationship between demographic factors and information satisfaction. The results indicate that family caregivers have diverse healthcare information needs for daily c...

We investigated reasons for retraction, pre-and post-retraction citations and Altmetrics indicators of retracted publications in the medical sciences from 2016 to 2020. Data were retrieved from Scopus (n = 840). The Retraction Watch database was used to identify the reasons for retraction and the time that elapsed from publication to retraction. Th...

The field of Natural Language Processing (NLP) has seen significant advancements in recent years, thanks in large part to the development of powerful language models such as ChatGPT. ChatGPT, short for Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer, is a large-scale neural language model developed by OpenAI that is capable of generating human-like respons...

Abstract Background and objective The override rate of Drug-Drug Interaction Alerts (DDIA) in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) is very high. Therefore, this study aimed to design, develop, implement, and evaluate a severe Drug-Drug Alert System (DDIAS) in a system of ICUs and measure the override rate of this system. Methods This is a cross-sectional s...

International students face unique challenges in pursuing higher education in a foreign country. To address these challenges and enhance their academic experience, higher education institutions are increasingly exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) applications. This research essay aims to investigate the impact of AI on the education o...

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) applications in education has the potential to revolutionize the learning experience for international students, who face unique challenges when studying in a foreign country. This paper explores various examples of AI applications in education and their potential impact on international students. AI applicat...

Purpose: As the COVID-19 outbreak expanded over the world, governments looked for smartphone-based technological solutions to reduce the disease's dangers and prevent it. Most leading governments initially sought to use new smartphone-based applications (apps). In this study, we review articles that have evaluated these official government apps. Th...

To examine how public libraries combated COVID-19 misinformation and promoted vaccination in their communities, this study analyzed data from 80 libraries’ webpages, Facebook postings, shared health information resources to examine the correlation between community factors, information types, and vaccination rates. Results showed city size and numb...

Understanding rare disease patients' and caregivers' health information-seeking behavior is essential for creating useful resources. Due to the rarity of the diseases, available information can be scarce and lead to non-traditional, untrustworthy sources. A survey of 136 RASopathies caregivers was conducted via social media. The findings indicate t...

Computer science and information science and technology fields have long struggled to increase gender representation. The lack of female/women authors and researchers in these fields has been noted in several studies in past decades. A recent analysis of ten top computer and information science journals indicates that efforts to increase female par...

This paper discusses OpenAIs ChatGPT, a generative pre-trained transformer, which uses natural language processing to fulfill text-based user requests (i.e., a chatbot). The history and principles behind ChatGPT and similar models are discussed. This technology is then discussed in relation to its potential impact on academia and scholarly research...

In November 2022, OpenAI launched ChatGPT, a chatbot that uses natural language processing to generate responses to user input. According to Reuters, ChatGPT had over 100 million monthly active users worldwide in January 2023 (Hu, 2023). ChatGPT has an advantage over other chatbots because it is based on GPT-4, the most prominent large language mod...

The Fourth Industrial Revolution, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI), has profoundly impacted nearly every aspect of our lives. While AI holds tremendous promise for improving our lives and work, concerns among individuals from different backgrounds raise questions about the accuracy of the information they receive about AI. Furthermore, the...

References Heim, G. R., & Peng, D. X. (2009). The impact of information technology use on plant structure, practices, and performance: An exploratory study. Journal of Operations Management, 28(2), 144–162. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jom.2009.09.005 Hyun Park, S., Seon Shin, W., Hyun Park, Y., & Lee, Y. (2017). Building a new culture for quality m...

While many studies have examined information and communication technology (ICT) among digital natives, there has been little investigation of the ICT literacy skills among digital immigrants, individuals who were raised in a time before the widespread use of digital technology. This study examined the ICT literacy skills of Hispanic-majority commun...

Purpose There is a need for technology that can protect scientific findings as a unique asset but is this possible? Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are one possible solution. Design/methodology/approach Plagiarism is an unethical act and a violation of acceptable practices in the field of scholarly research and writing. Over the years, effective tools...

Key points These toolkits are found to have great value for initiating discussions about diversity and antiracism in scholarly publishing and within research units. Scholarly publishers and researchers, including within universities and other research organizations, are encouraged to utilize these toolkits in their practice.

Please also see the expanded and published version: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/367161545_Chatting_about_ChatGPT_How_may_AI_and_GPT_impact_academia_and_libraries

Please see final published version, published in the journal Human Technology: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/375109855_Information_Literacy_Data_Literacy_Privacy_Literacy_and_ChatGPT_Technology_Literacies_Align_with_Perspectives_on_Emerging_Technology_Adoption_within_Communities This study investigates the relationships between three cr...

This review article examines the evolution of data science as a discipline, highlights contemporary challenges related to data bias and ethics, and underscores the pivotal role of information science in addressing these concerns within the broader framework of interdisciplinary research and humanistic approaches to data science ethics.

THIS IS A WORKING PAPER AVAILABLE FROM SSRN. In this paper, a novel researcher matching approach is proposed that utilizes an algorithm to match researchers based on their research interests, collaboration preferences, and other factors. The algorithm uses a combination of cosine similarity and weightings to determine match percentages, taking int...

ChatGPT and large language models in publishing - ethics and concerns.

In November 2022, OpenAI launched ChatGPT, a chatbot that uses natural language processing to generate responses to user input. According to Reuters, ChatGPT had over 100 million monthly active users worldwide in January 2023 (Hu, 2023). ChatGPT has an advantage over other chatbots because it is based on GPT-4, the most prominent large language mod...

This literature review delves into the definitions and characteristics of cluster analysis, an influential machine-learning technique widely employed for identifying groupings within substantial datasets. Conducting a review of relevant literature, this study examines articles within the Library and Information Source (EBSCO) database that leverage...

This study focuses on the perspectives of academic instructional librarians, academic library administrators, and library and information science educators regarding the important skills/traits, job duties, educational needs, and challenges associated with the crucial role of library instruction in academic librarianship. Through a web-based questi...

The landscape of education is undergoing a transformative shift as the Fourth Industrial Revolution ushers in technological advancements that have far-reaching implications to educational and information services. One prominent facet of this transformation is the increasing mobility of international students seeking educational opportunities abroad...

There are many classification schemes in use by libraries around the world today. They can differ in several regards: whether they are enumerative (comprehensive and hierarchically structured), faceted (containing composed categories that can be combined), or somewhere in-between (e.g., analytico-synthetic); as well as whether the schemes are unive...