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10 |
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Jun 2026
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Department of Library and Information Science
U.N (auto) College of Science and Technology.
Centre for women's studies
U.N (auto) College of Science and Technology.
Chief Librarian, SOA University, Bhubaneswar
Chief Librarian, SOA University, Bhubaneswar
SheRNI is a forerunner in terms of what it does which is to put forward research collaboration and also to support women in academia and scientific fields in India. In this paper we look at SheRNI’s role in terms of promoting gender inclusion in the research community which we do through analysis of its many features which include Scientist of the Month, Experts in Various Subjects, Meet Our Shernies, and Eminent Experts. We also look at the platform’s past, its impact in terms of citations, and its increasing importance in the research environment of India. By bringing female researchers to the fore, creating networks, and mentoring from distinguished experts, SheRNI is a key player in closing the gender gap in STEM and other academic fields. Also, we look at how SheRNI does in terms of knowledge transfer and professional development of which a large part is also breaking the mold for the next set of women scholars. Through an in-depth analysis, the research highlights SheRNI’s transformative influence on women’s empowerment in India’s research ecosystem.
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They are involved in many research activities that help make society better. SheRNI is a current way to approach academic research and library teamwork, which shows how information access is changing—where knowledge and resources are now just a click away. In today’s technology-driven and often stressful world, libraries are still very important because they provide reliable and easy-to-reach information to people, even at home. This combined academic and research setup encourages big steps forward in education and society. Plus, it helps women take their research further, proving that when women get chances and support, they can do anything they want Like the old saying about a woman who has wisdom, humility, affection, beauty, faithfulness, and patience- qualities that make her a great partner and source of harmony in life. SheRNI brings these values into today’s world, defining and showing women’s strength, intelligence and what they contribute to the world.
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