Library Workshop: Integrating AI Tools in Academic Research
DES’s NMITD & JS Kothari Business School Successfully Organize 9th One-Day Workshop on Integrating AI Tools in Academic Research.
The Library Department and IQAC of DES’s Navinchandra Mehta Institute of Technology & Development (NMITD) and JS Kothari Business School, in association with the University of Mumbai, successfully organized the 9th One-Day Workshop on “Integrating AI Tools in Academic Research” on 12 June 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The workshop witnessed enthusiastic participation from educators, researchers, librarians, and students, creating an engaging platform to explore the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence in academic research and scholarly practices.
The event featured insightful expert sessions on:
- Use of AI in Research: Challenges, Ethics, and Opportunities
- Exploring AI Tools for Qualitative Research Methods
- Exploring AI Tools for Academic Research Writing
The workshop was enriched by the valuable guidance and expertise shared by distinguished resource persons:
Prof. Dr. Kalpana Patankar Jain, Principal, Royal College of Arts, Science and Commerce
Dr. Ajay Kumar Gupta, Professor, VES Business School
Dr. Swapnali Mahadik, IQAC Coordinator, DES’s NMITD
Through interactive discussions and practical demonstrations, participants gained exposure to contemporary AI-enabled approaches for research, data analysis, literature review, and academic writing. The workshop emphasized responsible and ethical use of AI tools while highlighting opportunities to enhance research productivity and academic excellence.
The organizing team extends sincere gratitude to Dr. M. B. Kekre Sir (CDC Chairman, NMITD), Mrs. Usha Marathe Madam (Chairman, Board of Governance, JS Kothari Business School), Dr. Rasika Mallya Madam (Director, NMITD & Life Member, DES), and Dr. Giribala Dewasthale Madam (Director, JS Kothari Business School) for their encouragement and support.
Heartfelt thanks are also extended to the resource persons, participants, organizing committee, and staff members of NMITD and JSKBS for contributing to the grand success of the workshop.
Together, we continue to embrace innovation and empower the academic community through knowledge, technology, and lifelong learning.