Access Lab APAC Session Descriptions

Welcome to Access Lab 2026

Kicking off the day delegates will be welcomed to this year’s Access Lab 2026 APAC.

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Through the keyhole: Product insights and changes in 2025

A session with the OpenAthens Product & UX team looking at the work undertaken across our products in 2025. From usability work and technical improvements to exciting new projects, find out what we have been doing in the past year and what is on the cards for 2026.

Ian Wareing, senior product manager, OpenAthens

Richard French, senior product manager, OpenAthens

Research Integrity in the Era of Generative AI: Challenges, Responsibilities, and Institutional Strategies

The session would explore the evolving landscape of research integrity in the age of AI-assisted scholarship, including opportunities and challenges associated with generative AI, responsible use of AI in research workflows, publication ethics, research assessment, responsible metrics, transparency, and the critical role of libraries and research-support ecosystems in fostering trustworthy and ethical research practices.

The discussion would also highlight institutional strategies for building a culture of integrity, strengthening governance frameworks, and supporting researchers in navigating the opportunities and risks presented by emerging AI technologies.

Dr Sheeba Pakkan, Prof. bibliometrician and head of research support service, JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research

How Malaysian libraries and students are benefiting from federated authentication

In this session, Malaysian librarians will share practical insights into federated authentication and how it is supporting their users. Learn how it works in real-world library settings and how it can help streamline access to online resources. We will finish with a Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to ask any questions.

Adeline Sophia Ho, Information resources manager, Swinburne University of Sarawak Campus, Malaysia

Mustaqeem Abdullah, Senior Librarian, Universiti Sains Malaysia

AI in libraries

Artificial Intelligence is increasingly influencing the way libraries operate and deliver services. This session will provide a general overview of AI in libraries, explore its potential applications, and discuss its implications for library professionals and users in the evolving information landscape.

Dr. Priyanka Sane, Tata Institute of Social Sciences

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Panel session: Ask our Athenians

Have a question about OpenAthens? Looking for a fresh perspective on a challenge? Ask Our Athenians is your opportunity to learn directly from experienced OpenAthens users.

Our “Athenians” are customers who are passionate about the product and bring real-world insight from working with OpenAthens every day. In this session, Adeline and Chris will share their knowledge, answer your questions, and offer practical advice based on what’s worked for them.

Adeline Sophia Ho, information resources manager, Swinburne University of Sarawak Campus, Malaysia

Christopher Chan, university librarian, HKBU, Hong Kong