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Md Liton Ali

PhD Student in Information Science, University of Arizona

litonali@arizona.edu+8801797709873 (text only)www.litonali.comGoogle Scholar

Education

PhD in Information ScienceFall 2026 – PresentCollege of Information Science, University of Arizona, USA · In progress
Master of Arts in Information Science & Library Management2020 – 2021University of Dhaka · CGPA 3.97 / 4.00 · Gold Medal
Bachelor in Information Science & Library Management2015 – 2019University of Dhaka · CGPA 3.90 / 4.00
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)2015Kaliganj Haat Degree College, Rajshahi · GPA 5.00 / 5.00
Secondary School Certificate (SSC)2013Dr. Abu Bakar High School, Rajshahi · GPA 4.81 / 5.00

Professional Experience

Graduate Associate, Teaching2026 – PresentINFO 557: Neural Networks · College of Information Science, University of Arizona
  • Grade student assignments, including supervised and unsupervised neural networking methods.
  • Monitor student discussion on Discord and D2L (learning management system).
  • Engage students in the online learning environment by holding virtual office hours and discussions.
Assistant Public Relation Officer2025 – 2026International Affairs and External Communication Office, Islamic University of Technology (IUT)
  • Ensured smooth coordination and support for international students, from admission to graduation.
  • Served as the primary contact for international student inquiries, services, and documentation.
  • Facilitated communication between international students and university departments.
  • Assisted with visa processing, accommodation, orientation programs, and cultural integration.
  • Coordinated with embassies, partner institutions, and government bodies on student-related matters.
  • Maintained up-to-date records and provided reports on international student affairs.
  • Promoted a welcoming and inclusive environment for international students.
Assistant Cataloguer2022 – 2026Islamic University of Technology (IUT)
  • Led the modernization of the library's digital presence: designed a new library website, developed the Koha database, and integrated barcode-based circulation with automated email notifications.
  • Managed 100,000+ reading materials across multiple institutions, integrating department-wise textbook lists and e-resources; trained 10+ staff members in web-based library organization and automated all library sections to reduce manual work.
Research Assistant2022 – 2024Land Administration Training Center, Ministry of Land
  • Completed projects on public perception of land management digitization and on assessing training impact.
  • Designed and implemented comprehensive surveys and interviews across 8 divisions of Bangladesh.
  • Used statistical software for data analysis, presented findings in detailed reports, and improved training programs based on data-driven insights.
Research Assistant2021 – 2022University of Dhaka
  • Completed two research projects on building a knowledge-based society and on post-independence village life transformation in Rajshahi district.
  • Coordinated a 30-member research team, conducted fieldwork in 24 villages, and facilitated data collection through surveys and interviews.
  • Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data, developed reports, and presented findings to academic peers and community representatives.

Publications

JOURNAL ARTICLES

  • Ali, M. L. (2024). Exploring university students’ perceptions and attitudes toward associated factors of electronic learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Advances in Online Education: A Peer-Reviewed Journal, 3(1), 38–51. https://doi.org/10.69554/CCKQ7896
  • Ali, M. L. (2023). Knowledge and Information Sharing Practices among Multidisciplinary University Dormitory Residents: Exploring the Influence of Gender, Academic Discipline, and Degree Level. Journal of Information and Knowledge Management (JIKM), 13(2), 1–16.
  • Ali, M. L. (2023). Webometric analysis of alternative access to scholarly publication: special reference to LibGen and Sci-Hub. International Journal of Information and Knowledge Studies (IJIKS), 3(1), 85–102.

CONFERENCE PAPERS

  • Ali, M. L. (2025). GenAI—Stay Out of It or Find a Suitable Way to Incorporate It? A Policy Review of Academic Publishers and Universities. In International Conference on Information and Knowledge Management (IIKM), 4(1), 65–66. Best Paper Award.
  • Ali, M. L., & Reza, R. B. (2025). Evaluating the Effectiveness of the AI-Powered Chatbot in Advancing User Support in Academic Libraries. In International Conference on Reimagining Librarianship.
  • Ali, M. L. (2023). Unlocking knowledge frontiers: Library Genesis and Sci-Hub as alternative gateways to scholarly publications. In International Conference on Information and Knowledge Management (IIKM), 3(1), 63–64.
  • Ali, M. L., Mahmud, M. R., & Reza, R. B. (2023). Assessing the Impact of Religious Information on Political Beliefs and Personal Morality among Bangladeshi People. In International Conference on Library & Information Science (ICLIS 2023), p. 45.

UNDER REVIEW

  • Ali, M. L. (n.d.). Perceptions and behaviors of academic library users towards ethical use of library resources and services: reference to university students. Manuscript under review.

Current Research

AI and university students' academic performanceIn progressA research project on how AI tools affect the academic performance of university students.
Systematic review: GenAI in second-language speakingIn progressMapping the pedagogical designs and roles of generative AI in L2 speaking learning, guided by the task-based language teaching framework.
Systematic review: AI in higher educationPlannedA systematic review of research on artificial intelligence across higher education.
Zero-budget digital library frameworkOngoingA framework that lets school and college libraries in Bangladesh and other low-resource settings build digital services at zero cost, using free tools and minimal technical skill.

Library Automation & Digitization Projects

  • Tairunnessa Memorial Medical College & Hospital Library — Project Coordinator, Jan 2024 – Aug 2024
  • International Mother Language Institute — Project Member, 2021 – 2022
  • University of Skill Enrichment and Technology Library — Project Executive, Jan 2020 – Mar 2020
  • Bangladesh Police Staff College Library — Project Executive, Jan 2019 – Mar 2019
  • Bangladesh National Parliament House Library — Project Executive, Apr 2018 – Jun 2018
  • Institute of Business Administration (IBA) Library, DU — Project Executive, Jan 2018 – Mar 2018
  • Government Madrasah-e-Alia Library — Project Executive, Sep 2017 – Sep 2018
  • Bangladesh Supreme Court Bar Association Library — Project Executive, Jun 2017 – Sep 2017
  • Quazi Nooruzzaman Memorial Library — Project Executive, Apr 2017 – Mar 2018
  • Bangladesh Foreign Service Academy Library — Project Executive, Feb 2017 – Dec 2019
  • Department of Zoology Seminar Library, DU — Project Executive, Feb 2017 – Mar 2017
  • Dept. of Communication Disorders Seminar Library, DU — Project Executive, Jan 2017 – Mar 2022

Awards, Honors & Scholarships

  • Best Paper Award, International Conference on Information and Knowledge Management (IIKM 2025), for the GenAI policy review of academic publishers and universities
  • Mohammad Shahidullah Memorial Gold Medal (Masters)
  • Provost Award of Academic Excellence
  • Dean's Merit List of Honour (Masters)
  • Dean's Merit List of Honour (Undergraduate)
  • Book Grant from the University of Dhaka for outstanding results in Masters
  • University Grants Commission (UGC) Undergraduate Scholarship
  • Mitsubishi UFJ Foundation Scholarship
  • Merit Scholarship, University of Dhaka
  • ISLM Alumni Association Scholarship
  • Dhaka University Alumni Association Scholarship
  • First Place, Internship at Dhaka University Library
  • First Place, Internship at BANSDOC
  • Training Presentation Award, Bangladesh National Archives and Library
  • First Position, Computer Fundamentals & OS Basics Training, University of Dhaka
  • Blood Donor Recognition from Badhan (donated blood more than 12 times)

Service, Leadership & Volunteering

  • Chair-Elect, SIG-AVC, Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T) (2025 – 2026)
  • Reviewer, Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication · Emerald Publishing
  • Communication Officer, SIG-VIS, Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T)
  • Organizing Volunteer, International Symposium on Empowering LIS Professionals for Achieving SDGs
  • Rapporteur, International Conference on the Role of LIS Professionals in the 4IR, Library Association of Bangladesh
  • Event Organizing Volunteer, Librarians Times Bangladesh
  • Event Organizer, Directorate of Public Libraries and Biswashahitya Kendro
  • President, Information 71 (Dhaka University-based students' association)
  • Executive Member, University Students Association of Tanore
  • Tourism Affairs Secretary, Rajshahi Students Association of Dhaka University
  • Education Secretary, Ratoil Social Welfare Organization, Tanore, Rajshahi
  • Volunteer, Badhan — a blood donor organization
  • Campaign Volunteer, Sondhani — a blood donor organization
  • Amanuensis, Anirban — an organization supporting blind students
  • Social Work Volunteer, Dhaka University Alumni Association (DUAA)

Professional Memberships

  • Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T)
  • Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE)
  • Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)
  • Association for Asian Studies (AAS)
  • Bangladesh Association of Librarians, Information Scientists and Documentalists (BALID)
  • Library Association of Bangladesh (LAB)
  • Bibliotheca Alexandrina Information for Africa (BAIFA)

Training & Courses

  • Software Carpentry using Python, University of Arizona Library (2026)
  • Strategic Science Communication, COMSTECH – OIC (2026)
  • Library Automation and Digitization using SLiMS, BALID Institute of Information Management (BIIM) (2025)
  • E-Book Preparation and Management, Bangladesh National Scientific and Technical Documentation Center (BANSDOC) (2025)
  • Modern Library Management, Bangladesh National Archives and Library (2024)
  • Statistical Analysis with R Programming, DataScape (2024)
  • Paper-based Research Learning, CHINTA Research Bangladesh (2023)
  • HTML5, CSS3 & Bootstrap 4 for Web Development, Shikho Technologies (2021)
  • Web Designing using HTML, CSS & JavaScript, IIT, University of Dhaka (2019)
  • KOHA Installation & Customization, Daffodil International University (2019)
  • Old Manuscript Reading and Translating, Dhaka University Library (2017)
  • Computer Fundamentals & OS Basics, ISLM, University of Dhaka (2016)

Skills

Library SystemsKoha, DSpace, SLiMS, Greenstone, DocuDex, RFID, Cataloging, Classification, Dublin Core, MARC / RDA, Automation, Digitization
TechnicalPython, R, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Database Management, Web Design, Networking, Web Archiving, Web Scraping
Research MethodsSystematic Review, Policy Review, Webometrics, Survey Design, SPSS, VOSviewer, NVivo, Quantitative Methods, Qualitative Methods, Academic Writing