Awareness of Artificial Intelligence among Library and Information Science Professionals: A Study

Abstract

This study explores the awareness, perception, and use of AI tools among library and information science (LIS) professionals in colleges affiliated with the University of Mumbai. Data were collected from 103 professionals using a simple random sampling method and analyzed descriptively to assess awareness, usage, and barriers. The findings show that although most respondents are aware of AI technologies, their implementation in library services remains limited due to insufficient resources, lack of training, and inadequate infrastructure. The study recommends targeted training programs and stronger institutional support to improve AI adoption in the LIS community