MD LITON ALI

Information Science Researcher & Digital Library Specialist

Combating misinformation in health informatics and social media through innovative research in information behavior and knowledge management systems.

MD LITON ALI

About Me

Research Interests

  • Health Informatics
  • Information Behavior
  • Knowledge Management
  • Library and Information Science
  • Misinformation Studies
  • Social Media Analysis
  • Scientometrics

My research focuses on combating misinformation in health informatics, social media, and online platforms. I analyze user information behavior and knowledge management to develop strategies for improving information accuracy and reliability. Additionally, I explore how libraries and information science can support effective knowledge systems and promote responsible information sharing.

As an Assistant Cataloguer at the Islamic University of Technology (IUT), I lead digital transformation initiatives and manage comprehensive library systems. My work spans from modernizing library infrastructure to conducting extensive research on information behavior and digital literacy.

Skills & Expertise

Library Systems

KOHA Dublin Core MARC Cataloging Classification DSpace SLiMS DocuDex Automation Digitization Arichiving

Technical Skills

HTML CSS JavaScript R Programming Database Management Web Design Networking

Research & Analysis

Literature Review Data Analysis Academic Writing Citation Management SPSS R VOSViewer NVivo Quantitative Research Qualitative Research

Education

Masters in Information Science and Library Management
University of Dhaka
CGPA: 3.97/4.00
2020 - 2021
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Bachelor in Information Science and Library Management
University of Dhaka
CGPA: 3.90/4.00
2015 - 2019
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Publications

Exploring university students' perceptions and attitudes toward associated factors of electronic learning during the COVID-19 pandemic
Advances in Online Education, 2024
2024
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Knowledge and information sharing practices among multidisciplinary university dormitory residents: exploring the influence of gender, academic discipline, and degree level
Journal of Information and Knowledge Management (JIKM), 2023
2023
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Webometric analysis of alternative access to scholarly publication: special reference to LibGen and Sci-Hub
International Journal of Information and Knowledge Studies, 2023
2023
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Perceptions and behaviors of academic library users towards ethical use of library resources and services: reference to university students
Under Review
2024
Pending

Professional Experience

Assistant Cataloguer
Islamic University of Technology (IUT)
2022 - Present
  • Led the modernization and implementation of the library's digital presence, including designing a new library website, developing Koha database, integrating barcode-based circulation and automated email notifications.
  • Managed 40,000 reading materials, integrating department-wise textbook lists, e-resources and trained 10+ staff members in web-based library organization and automated all library sections to reduce manual work.
Research Assistant
Land Administration Training Center, Ministry of Land
2022 - 2024
  • Completed projects on public perception of land management digitization and assessing training impact.
  • Designed and implemented comprehensive surveys and interviews across 08 divisions of Bangladesh.
  • Utilized statistical software for data analysis, presented findings in detailed reports, and improved training programs based on data-driven insights.
Research Assistant
University of Dhaka
2021 - 2022
  • Completed two research projects on building a knowledge-based society and post-independence village life transformation based on Rajshahi district.
  • Coordinated a 30-member research team, conducted fieldwork in 24 villages, and facilitated data collection through surveys and interviews.
  • Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data, developed reports, and presented findings to academic peers and community representatives.

Awards & Recognition

Best Paper Award at International Conference on Information and Knowledge Management

Mohammad Shahidullah Memorial Gold Medal (Masters)

Dean's Merit List of Honour (Masters)

Dean's Merit List of Honour (Undergraduate)

Provost Award of Academic Excellence

Book Grant from University of Dhaka for brilliant success in Masters

University Grants Commission Undergraduate Scholarship

Merit Scholarship from University of Dhaka

First Place of the Internship at Dhaka University Library

Mitsubishi UFJ Foundation Scholarship

First Place of the Internship at BANSDOC

ISLM Alumni Association Scholarship

Dhaka University Alumni Association Scholarship

Blood Donor Recognition from Badhon (for donating blood more than 12 times)

Training & Courses

Library Automation and Digitization Software 'SLiMS' with 'RDA'
BALID Institute of Information Management (BIIM)
2025
E-Book preparation and Management
Bangladesh National Scientific and Technical Documentation Center (BANSDOC)
2025
Modern Library Management
Bangladesh National Archives and Library
2024
Statistical Analysis with R Programming
DataScape
2024
Web Designing Using HTML, CSS & JAVASCRIPT
IIT, DU
2019 (Jan-Apr)
KOHA Installation & Customization
Daffodil International University
2019 (Mar 16-20)
Old Manuscript Reading and Translating
Dhaka University Library
2017
Computer Fundamentals & OS Basics
ISLM, DU
2016 (Jan-Mar)
Paper-based Research Learning
CHINTA Research Bangladesh
2023
HTML5, CSS3 & Bootstrap 4 For Web Development
Shikho Technologies
2021

Professional Memberships

Library Association of Bangladesh (LAB)
Bangladesh Association of Librarians, Information Scientists and Documentalists (BALID)
Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T)
Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE)
Bibliotheca Alexandrina Information for Africa (BAIFA)
Association of Computing Machinery (ACM)

Get In Touch

Get In Touch

litonali@iut-dhaka.edu
+8801797709873
www.litonali.com
Islamic University of Technology, Dhaka, Bangladesh

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