Building Vibrant Research Culture through ETDs: Special Reference from Sri Lanka and Bangladesh
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2023-11-17
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INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar
Abstract
The "Building Vibrant Research Culture through ETDs" initiative aims to enhance research
culture in Sri Lanka and Bangladesh by promoting the use of Electronic Theses and
Dissertations (ETDs). ETDs offer numerous advantages over traditional print formats,
including broader dissemination and improved visibility. This study outlines the initiative's
objectives, including promoting ETD adoption, capacity development, establishing
institutional repositories, enhancing visibility and accessibility, and encouraging
interdisciplinary collaboration. It also discusses the factors influencing ETD usage in these
countries. The research employs a systematic approach involving stakeholder engagement,
policy development, capacity building, infrastructure development, and awareness and
advocacy. The results indicate that ETDs significantly contribute to research output and
interdisciplinary collaboration, ultimately supporting national development. This initiative
presents a promising pathway to foster vibrant research cultures in Sri Lanka and Bangladesh,
leveraging digital scholarship to enhance research visibility and access.
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26th International Symposium, ETD 2023, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, 26-28 October, 2023
Keywords
Bangladesh, Electronic Theses and Dissertations (ETD), Institutional Repositories, Research Culture, Research Visibility, Sri Lanka