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@article{195066,
        author = {NAYAN ANIL KHODE},
        title = {Institutional Repositories in the AI Era: Faculty Perceptions, Digital Preservation Strategies, and Emerging Trends},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {10},
        pages = {6967-6972},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=195066},
        abstract = {Institutional repositories (IRs) play a critical role in preserving and disseminating the intellectual output of academic institutions. With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), the traditional functions of IRs are undergoing significant transformation. This study examines faculty perceptions of institutional repositories in the era of AI, explores evolving digital preservation strategies, and identifies emerging trends that are shaping the future of repository services. Using a descriptive survey research design, primary data were collected from faculty members across higher education institutions to understand awareness, usage patterns, perceived benefits, and concerns related to AI-enabled IRs. The findings reveal moderate awareness but growing acceptance of AI-driven features such as intelligent discovery, automated metadata generation, and enhanced preservation mechanisms. However, concerns regarding data privacy, intellectual property, and technological complexity persist. The study highlights the need for strategic policy development, faculty engagement initiatives, and ethical AI governance frameworks to ensure sustainable and inclusive repository ecosystems. The paper contributes to the growing discourse on the convergence of artificial intelligence, digital preservation, and scholarly communication.},
        keywords = {Institutional repositories, artificial intelligence, faculty perception, digital preservation, academic libraries, emerging trends.},
        month = {March},
        }