Sunday, March 15, 2026

 

Strengthening Research Visibility: Recent Updates to My ORCID Record

I am pleased to share a recent update regarding my ORCID profile, which highlights the growing interconnection among global scholarly infrastructures. Several of my publications—particularly books and book chapters—have recently been automatically added or synchronized in my ORCID record through integrations with major international bibliographic systems.

These updates were made through contributions from the German National Library, Web of Science, and the GND (Integrated Authority File) Network. Such updates demonstrate how scholarly databases and library systems increasingly collaborate to improve the visibility, accessibility, and preservation of academic research.

The additions include works related to several areas of my research interests, including e-governance, information and communication technologies for development (ICT4D), open innovation in small and medium enterprises, knowledge management, and information systems. Many of these publications have been indexed and catalogued by international repositories and citation databases, ensuring that they remain accessible to scholars, policymakers, and practitioners worldwide.

ORCID plays an essential role in the modern research ecosystem. By providing a persistent digital identifier for researchers, it helps ensure that scholarly contributions are correctly attributed across publishers, indexing services, and institutional repositories. As more organizations integrate their systems with ORCID, the process of maintaining an accurate and comprehensive research profile becomes increasingly automated and reliable.

For researchers, this interconnected environment brings several benefits. It enhances research discoverability, strengthens citation tracking, supports research evaluation processes, and ensures long-term preservation of scholarly outputs. For institutions and libraries, it enables more efficient management of scholarly metadata and improves the integrity of academic records.

I appreciate seeing how global knowledge infrastructures—from national libraries to citation databases—work together to support open and transparent scholarly communication.

You may explore my updated ORCID profile here:
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2132-1298

Such developments remind us that research today is not only about producing knowledge but also about ensuring that knowledge remains visible, connected, and accessible within the global academic community.


For my students and well-wishers, I am sharing them here:

1. Deutsche Nationalbibliothek (DNB) has made changes to my ORCID record

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2. Web of Science has made changes to my ORCID record

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3. GND Network has made changes to my ORCID record

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Thursday, January 22, 2026

 

The Ethical Landscape of AI: Global Issues and Solutions

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer confined to research labs or science fiction. It is woven into the fabric of our daily lives — shaping industries, influencing governance, and redefining human interaction. With this rapid integration comes an urgent need to address the ethical challenges that AI presents.

I am pleased to share that my latest book, The Ethical Landscape of AI: Global Issues and Solutions, has been published by IGI Global Scientific Publishing, USA.

📖 ISBN-13: 9798337325972 🔗 DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-2597-2

Why Ethics in AI Matters

AI systems are powerful, but they are not neutral. They carry the biases of their creators, the limitations of their data, and the consequences of their deployment. Ethical concerns arise in areas such as:

  • Bias and fairness: Algorithms can unintentionally reinforce social inequalities.

  • Transparency: Black-box models challenge accountability and trust.

  • Privacy: Data-driven AI raises concerns about surveillance and consent.

  • Global impact: Different regions face unique ethical dilemmas, requiring culturally sensitive solutions.

Key Themes of the Book

This work explores:

  • Global perspectives on AI ethics across diverse societies.

  • Policy frameworks that aim to regulate AI responsibly.

  • Practical solutions for developers, policymakers, and educators to embed ethics into AI systems.

  • Future directions for AI that serve humanity inclusively and justly.

A Collective Achievement

This milestone is not mine alone. It reflects the collaboration and encouragement of colleagues, fellow researchers, friends, and well‑wishers. Their support has been invaluable in shaping this work.

Looking Ahead

As AI continues to advance, I remain committed to contributing research that bridges technology and humanity. Ethical AI is not just a scholarly pursuit — it is a societal necessity. I invite readers, practitioners, and policymakers to engage with these ideas and join the dialogue.

AI’s ethical landscape is vast and evolving. By fostering inclusive, transparent, and responsible practices, we can ensure that AI becomes a force for good across the globe.





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