Over the past few months, Alicia Fátima Gómez, Director of IEU Library, has actively contributed to three major international conferences, reinforcing the role of academic libraries in the age of AI, Open Science, and responsible research practices.

At the ALA Annual Conference, the EAHIL 2025 Conference, and the LIBER Annual Conference, she shared experiences and ideas on how libraries can integrate artificial intelligence into research support, use creative approaches to enhance digital skills, and promote fair research assessment.

In addition, Alicia was appointed to the LIBER Executive Board, a recognition of her leadership and commitment to innovation in the library and research community.

Her recent contributions reflect IEU Library’s dedication to staying at the forefront of academic transformation and shaping the future of scholarly communication.