Project Title: The 3rd International Conference on Museum Big Data (MBD2024)
Acronym: MBD2024
Coordinator / Supervisor: Professor Georgios Papaioannou (Head of Conference)
Type of Funding: Institutional / Academic Funding
Funding Source: Ionian University & National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Dates: 18–19 November 2024
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Project overview
The 3rd International Conference on Museum Big Data (MBD2024) was held on November 18–19, 2024, in Athens, Greece. This prestigious biennial event was co-organized by the Ionian University (Department of Archives, Library Science and Museology) and the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. It serves as the leading global platform for discussing the intersection of big data, artificial intelligence, and cultural heritage.
Leadership & Academic Responsibility
The conference was led by Professor Georgios Papaioannou, who served as the Head of the Conference. As the founder of the Museum Big Data series and Director of the Museology Research Laboratory at the Ionian University, Professor Papaioannou coordinated the academic program and the international steering committee.
The organizational core was comprised of two key laboratories of the Ionian University: The Museology Research Laboratory, The Information Technologies and Digital Libraries Laboratory
Core Themes & Contribution
The project explored how the GLAM sector (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums) can harness massive datasets for:
– Knowledge Discovery: Uncovering patterns in collections and visitor demographics.
– Advanced Documentation: Using the CIDOC CRM ontology and Linked Open Data (LOD) for semantic interoperability.
– Digital Innovation: Implementing AI, Machine Learning, and Digital Twins in museum environments.
– Ethical Data Management: Establishing frameworks for privacy and cultural data ethics.
Impact & Publications
MBD2024 featured contributions from scholars and practitioners worldwide. The peer-reviewed proceedings are published via CEUR-WS.org and indexed in international academic databases, including Scopus and Google Scholar, ensuring the long-term impact of the research presented.