Bobcatsss

31/07/2026

22/07/2026

We can't wait to see you in Barcelona!

13/07/2026

Supporters of the Bobcatsss2027 Conference

The success of Bobcatsss2027 is made possible through the collaboration of outstanding professional partners. We are proud to be supported by respected organizations such as
ALDEE,
the Col·legi Oficial de Bibliotecaris-Documentalistes de Catalunya,
and the Col·legi Oficial de Bibliotecaris i Documentalistes de la Comunitat Valenciana.

These institutions not only support our event but also play a key role in shaping the future of library and information science across Europe.

📍 Join us in Barcelona
📅 January 19–21, 2027

Together, we build the future of knowledge!

30/06/2026

🧠 What shapes trust in the age of AI and information?

At BOBCATSSS 2027, we explore the key themes defining the future of knowledge, libraries, and society.

From AI and knowledge infrastructures to democratic participation, from information ethics to resilient institutions, the conference addresses how trust is built, challenged, and rebuilt in a rapidly changing digital world.

Key topics include:
📚 Libraries as trust infrastructures
🤖 Artificial intelligence and knowledge systems
🌐 Democratic and participatory knowledge futures
🔍 Information integrity, ethics, and access
🏛️ Institutional resilience in times of change

Join us in Barcelona to engage with the ideas shaping the next generation of library and information science.

25/06/2026

📍 Barcelona is calling!

BOBCATSSS 2027 is heading to one of Europe’s most vibrant and inspiring cities — Barcelona 🇪🇸

Get ready to gather where culture, innovation, and knowledge meet. From January 19–21, 2027, this iconic city will host an international community of students, researchers, and professionals exploring the future of libraries, AI, and democratic knowledge.

🌍 Discover new perspectives
🤝 Connect across borders
💡 Be part of shaping the future of trust in knowledge

Mark your map — we’ll meet in Barcelona!

22/06/2026

BOBCATSSS 2027 – Join the Conversation on Trust and Knowledge

We are excited to welcome you to BOBCATSSS 2027, taking place in Barcelona from January 19–21, 2027 at the University of Barcelona.

This international, student-driven conference brings together emerging professionals, researchers, and experts in Library and Information Science to explore one of today’s most urgent questions:
How can we rebuild trust in knowledge infrastructures in the age of AI?

Under the theme “Rebuilding Trust Infrastructures – Libraries, AI and Democratic Knowledge Futures,” participants will engage in inspiring discussions, share innovative research, and connect across borders and disciplines.

BOBCATSSS has been fostering international collaboration since 1993, offering a unique platform where students not only participate—but actively shape the conference experience.

✨ Be part of a vibrant community
🤝 Exchange ideas and build networks
🚀 Contribute to the future of trustworthy, democratic knowledge

Stay tuned for updates and get ready to join us in Barcelona!

19/06/2026

Meet the Organizers of BOBCATSSS 2027

BOBCATSSS 2027 is proudly organized by a dedicated team of students and academic institutions committed to shaping the future of library and information science. The conference continues the long-standing BOBCATSSS tradition of being student-driven, fostering innovation, collaboration, and fresh perspectives within the field.

The 2027 edition is hosted in Barcelona by leading institutions with strong expertise in information science, digital knowledge systems, and library innovation. The organizing team brings together academic excellence, international outlook, and a shared commitment to addressing the critical challenges of our time — including trust in information, the societal impact of artificial intelligence, and the future of democratic knowledge infrastructures.

Through their collaborative efforts, the organizers create a unique platform where emerging professionals, researchers, and experts can connect, exchange ideas, and co-create solutions. Their work ensures that BOBCATSSS 2027 is not only a conference, but also a dynamic learning experience and a space for building lasting international networks.

Driven by passion, academic rigor, and a forward-looking vision, the organizing team plays a key role in advancing dialogue on ethical AI, trustworthy information systems, and the evolving role of libraries in society.

16/06/2026

BOBCATSSS 2027 – Barcelona

We are excited to share that BOBCATSSS 2027 is about libraries of the future, the role of AI and rethinking democratic knowledge systems!

The theme “Rebuilding Trust Infrastructures: Libraries, AI and Democratic Knowledge Futures” invites us to think together about:
🤖 How AI is shaping the future of knowledge
📖 What role will libraries play in building trust
🌐 How can we strengthen open, democratic information spaces

📍 Location: Barcelona – an inspiring city where culture, creativity and innovation meet.

Join the conversation and be part of the knowledge ecosystem of the future!