Empowering Digital Library Management through Knowledge Graphs

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10.2991/978-2-38476-533-1_23How to use a DOI?

Keywords

Semantic Search; Ontology; Information Retrieval; Data Integration; Linked Data

Abstract

Digital libraries are huge bodies of books, journals, multimedia and metadata which require complex methods of organization and retrieval. The traditional key word search cannot be used to find resources because of the complexity of relationship that exists between them. This dilemma is a clever solution using the knowledge graphs since it enables semantic search and creating meaningful relations between the related objects. Knowledge graphs enhance information retrieval, personalization of recommendation and smooth integration of information into various systems. The paper has described the advantages of knowledge graphs in digital libraries and how it has affected the search, discovery and long-term preservation process. It outlines various key implementation steps such as data acquisition, ontology/schema design and integration with existing services.Real world experience Case studies of university, public and special libraries demonstrate practical applications with increased discovery, user engagement and preservation results. The discussion also addresses challenges, including data quality, consistency, scalability, and system performance, standards and models such as RDF, RDFS/OWL, SKOS, SPARQL, JSON-LD, BIBFRAME, Dublin Core, Europeana Data Model, CIDOC CRM, PREMIS, and IIIF are reviewed to ensure interoperability and compliance with FAIR data principles. Knowledge graphs are shown to organize works, authors, subjects, and places in a machine-readable graph, providing precise answers and richer context. Transforming libraries from static repositories into intelligent, connected systems, knowledge graphs establish active knowledge hubs that advance research, learning, and cultural preservation. This article explores the true potential of information in the digital age and how knowledge graphs can revolutionize the organization, access, and discovery of information within digital libraries.

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AU  - Partha Sarathi Mandal
AU  - Sukumar Mandal
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/12/31
TI  - Empowering Digital Library Management through Knowledge Graphs
BT  - Proceedings of the International Conference on Smart Systems and Social Management (ICSSSM-2 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 379
EP  - 393
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-533-1_23
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-533-1_23
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