MDPI is proud to announce its participation as a Bronze Sponsor for the Convegno delle Stelline 2026 in Milan. This prestigious event serves as a vital meeting point for library and information professionals to discuss the intersection of humanity, technology, and scholarly communication.
About the Event
The Convegno delle Stelline (The Star Convention) is Italy's premier conference for the library and information sector, organized by the Associazione Biblioteche oggi. The 2026 edition focuses on the evolution of library services in the digital age, emphasizing innovation, accessibility, and the synergy between digital tools and the human element.
When?
The conference will be held from 26–27 May 2026.
Where?
The event will be held at Palazzo Lombardia and Piazza Città di Lombardia in Milan, Italy.
What to Expect?
Under the theme “The Intelligent Library: Between People, Content, and Technologies,” participants will explore how digital solutions complement traditional library values. Key highlights include:
- Featured MDPI Workshop: Marco Pedretti, Section Managing Editor at MDPI, will present a dedicated workshop titled "AI and Integrity in Academic Research – An Editorial Perspective" on Tuesday, May 26th (2:50 pm – 3:10 pm, Sala Santarsiero).
- AI Safeguards and Ethics: The session will offer practical examples of how MDPI regulates the use of AI and implements robust controls to ensure research integrity and editorial quality.
- Smart Library Innovation: In-depth sessions will cover Data Intelligence, exploring how data can guide strategic design choices for modern libraries to become more participatory and inclusive.
- Collaboration and Sustainability: Strategic discussions on ensuring libraries remain accessible and inclusive spaces while exploring new models for economic cooperation across the knowledge sector.
For more details, visit the website.
For corporate conference sponsorship inquiries please contact Facundo Santomé or Mariana Savahirova.
