Upcoming Webinar: DSpace Reimagined — The Next Generation of AI-Powered Repositories (Jan 15, 2026)

[Holger Lenz]

 We’re pleased to share an upcoming webinar that may be of interest to repository managers, developers, and anyone thinking about the future of DSpace and AI-enabled services.  

👉 DSPACE REIMAGINED: THE NEXT GENERATION OF AI-POWERED REPOSITORIES

    

• Date: January 15, 2026
• Time: 14:00–15:00 UTC
• Register online (registration required)
  
  

In this webinar, PCG Academia (DSpace Platinum Service Provider) will explore how artificial intelligence can enhance DSpace repositories by improving search, accessibility, and overall user experience. The session will include live demonstrations and practical insights into how institutions can begin experimenting with AI-powered capabilities today.

Topics will include:

• How AI can transform repositories into more knowledge-aware, interactive systems
• AI-driven retrieval using semantic search, vector embeddings, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)
• Converting static PDFs into interactive, WCAG-compliant content
• Practical, non-obvious benefits of AI for repositories
• Actionable next steps for institutions considering AI pilots

The webinar is free to attend. All event details and additional information are available on the DSpace events page:

👉 https://dspace.org/events/next-generation-ai-powered-repositories-webinar/

We hope you’ll join us for this forward-looking discussion on the evolving role of AI in DSpace repositories.

Best regards,

Holger Lenz

DSpace Program Coordinator 

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