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IEEE invites researchers, authors, publishing experts, and librarians to join the IEEE Xplore Digital Library User Group Meetings in Hamburg, Dortmund, and Munich 📚
The meetings will explore current developments in scientific publishing, with a particular focus on global trends and the growing influence of artificial intelligence. Organized by IEEE in collaboration with SAM – Standards and More and the academic libraries of TU Hamburg, TU Dortmund, and TU Munich, the sessions will foster active discussion and engagement between speakers and participants.
Designed to be dynamic and interactive, the meetings will encourage meaningful exchange and dialogue.
Seats are limited, so register for the location that best fits your needs.
TU Hamburg:
Date: 9 June 2026
Time: 9:30 – 14:00
Location: Lounge des Lern- und Kommunikationszentrums (LuK), Gebäude A, Am Schwarzenberg-Campus 1, 21073 Hamburg
Please register here
TU Dortmund:
Date: 10 June 2026
Time: 13:30 – 17:00
Location: Konferenzraum des Erich-Brost-Institut (Campus Nord)
Registration for this event will take place on TU Dortmund’s registration page
Please register here.
TU Munich:
Date: 11 June 2026
Time: 9:30 – 14:00
Location: TU Stammgelände, Arcisstraße 21, Raum 2180
Please register here.
Agenda:
- Reception and Registration
- Welcome and Introduction
- Josh Horowitz, Area Manager, IEEE
- Timo Kandler, General Manager, SAM
- Global Trends and Challenges in Scientific Publishing
- Andrew Popper, Senior Director of Global Products, IEEE
- Panel Discussion and Q&A
- Break and Networking (with refreshments and snacks)
- Artificial Intelligence in the Publishing Process
- Eszter Lukács, Client Services Manager, IEEE
- Panel Discussion and Q&A
- Summary of Key Insights
Please Note: All events will be conducted in English.