Call for Chapters:
Future of Digital Technology and AI in Social Sectors
IGI Global
https://www.igi-global.com/publish/call-for-papers/call-details/7350
Editors:
Duygu Çelik Ertuğrul, Eastern Mediterranean U., TRNC, Turkey
Atilla Elci, Hasan Kalyoncu University, Turkey
Proposal submission deadline: March 31, 2024
INTRODUCTION
This publication will focus on the wide-ranging and interdisciplinary effects of emerging technologies on various social sectors. The aim is to explore how these technologies are influencing and changing the realms of social sciences, education, law & policy, tourism, health, environment, communication, business & management, and security. Submissions are invited to examine the implications and outcomes of these advancements, as well as the potential opportunities they offer for these fields. This publication will offer valuable insights and perspectives on the impact of emerging technologies in the social sphere.
OBJECTIVE
The outlined themes in this call for book chapters aim to capture the myriad ways in which emerging technologies intersect with diverse academic and professional domains. Researchers and readers are invited to delve into these areas, offering valuable insights into the ongoing dialogue on technology’s pervasive impact on society. Submissions are expected to illuminate the repercussions of emerging technologies, the potential of AI, and digital innovations within the selected social disciplines. Authors are urged to explore topics like ethical dilemmas in technological advancement, the effects of automation on employment, the role of data analytics in decision-making, and the ramifications of virtual and augmented reality across industries. By addressing these subjects, contributors can provide new viewpoints on the challenges and possibilities arising from the swift evolution of technology in contemporary society.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Researchers and practitioners of the fields as highlighted in the recommended topics.
RECOMMENDED TOPICS
Chapters are solicited on the effects of emerging technologies, the power of AI, and digital innovations in the following and related fields:
Social Sciences:
- Ethical Considerations in Social Media Research
- Cultural Implications of Social Media Use
- Digital Divide and Social Inequality
- Online Activism and Social Change
- Social Impact of Artificial Intelligence
- Human-Computer Interaction in Social Sciences
- Digital Citizenship and Online Ethics
- Online Communities and Identity Formation
- The Surveillance Society
- Data Privacy and Social Research
- Algorithmic Bias and Social Injustice
- Social Network Analysis and Community Structure
- Digital Literacy and Social Integration
- Social Media and Mental Health
- Human Rights in the Digital Age
- Smart Cities and Urban Sociology
- Digital Storytelling and Narrative Analysis
- Online Political Participation
- Technological Determinism in Social Change, and so forth.
Education:
- Online Learning and Virtual Classrooms
- Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) in Education
- Gamification in Education for Enhanced Learning Outcomes
- Adaptive Learning Systems
- E-learning Accessibility for Diverse Learner Populations
- Learning Analytics Platforms
- Collaborative Virtual Learning Environments
- Educational Data Mining Techniques
- Interactive Whiteboards in Classrooms
- Digital Assessment Tools
- Mobile Learning Applications
- Tutoring Systems
- Online Classroom Management Software
- Robotics in Education
- Cloud-Based Learning Platforms
- Language Learning Apps
- 3D Printing in Education
- Educational Chatbots
- Virtual Laboratories, and so forth.
Law & Politics:
- Blockchain in Law and Policy
- AI in Legal Research
- Smart Contracts and their Legal Implications
- Cybersecurity Challenges in the Legal and Political Sectors
- Technology-Driven Policy-Making and Governance
- Biometric Data Security and Privacy
- Ethical and Legal Challenges of AI in Personal Data Processing
- Regulatory Frameworks for AI and Personal Data Protection
- Privacy Legislation and Digital Identity Management
- AI Surveillance Technologies: Legal and Political Implications
- Political Campaigns and AI-driven Predictive Analytics
- Legal Aspects of AI-powered Personalized Political Advertising
- Digital Twins: Legal Implications and Policy Considerations
- AI-driven Chatbots: Legal and Ethical Dimensions
- Deep Learning and Legal Protections for Personal Data Security
- Legal and Political Analysis of AI in Social Media Data Usage
- Legislation on AI-enabled Healthcare Platforms and Personal Health Data
- Legal Perspectives on Encryption Technologies
- Implications of AI in Financial Data Security
- Digital Footprint Analysis: Legal and Political Perspectives
- Preserving Privacy in Personalized Advertising
- Legal and Political Challenges of AI in Educational Platforms
- Legislative Responses to Digital Transformation and Personal Data Governance
- Biometric Data in Law Enforcement: Ethical and Legal Considerations, and so forth.
Tourism:
- Technological Innovations in Tourism Experiences
- Internet of Things (IoT) in Tourist Destinations
- Robotics and Automation in Hospitality Services
- Smart Destination Management Systems
- Augmented-Reality for Cultural Heritage Tourism
- Augmented Reality in Enriching Travel Experiences
- Blockchain in Travel and Hospitality: Ensuring Transparency and Trust
- Chatbots and Virtual Assistants in Travel Planning: AI-guided Tourist Assistance
- Digital Marketing Strategies for Tourism: Innovations and Trends
- Personalized Travel Recommendations: AI Algorithms and Privacy Considerations
- Data Analytics for Tourism Decision-Making: Insights into Tourist Behavior
- Online Booking Platforms and User Experience: Security and Convenience
- Social Media and Destination Image: Shaping Perceptions and Trends
- Robotic Assistance in Hospitality: Enhancing Services for Tourists
- Digital Payment Systems in Tourism: Facilitating Seamless Transactions
- Geo-location Technologies for Tourist Navigation: Enhancing Exploration
- Virtual Tours and 360-Degree Videos: Immersive Experiences for Tourists
- Big Data in Destination Management: Optimizing Infrastructure and Resources
- Crisis Management and Technology in Tourism: Preparedness and Response
- Digital Storytelling for Destination Promotion: Engaging Narratives and Technologies
- Sustainability Technologies in Tourism: Balancing Innovation and Conservation
- Mobile Apps for Cultural Heritage Tourism: Information and Experience Enhancement
- The Future of Tourism: Speculations and Projections, and so forth.
Health:
- Personalized Medicine
- Wearable Technology and its Impact on Preventive Healthcare
- Data Privacy and Security in Electronic Health Records
- Telehealth beyond Primary Care: Specialized Medical Services
- Telemedicine and Virtual Health Platforms: Revolutionizing Patient-Care Delivery
- Medical Imaging: Enhancing Diagnosis and Treatment
- Wearable Health Technologies: Monitoring and Improving Personal Health
- Blockchain in Healthcare: Securing Patient Data and Ensuring Trust
- Digital Healthcare Assistants: Enabling Personalized Patient Interaction
- Digital Health Records and Interoperability: Advancing Healthcare Information Management
- Remote Patient Monitoring: IoT Technologies and Real-time Health Data
- Health Informatics and Data Analytics: Driving Informed Decision-Making
- Mobile Health (mHealth) Applications: Innovations in Healthcare Accessibility
- Robotics in Healthcare: Surgical Assistance and Rehabilitation
- Drug Discovery and Personalized Medicine
- Precision Medicine Technologies: Tailoring Treatments to Individual Patients
- Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) in Medical Training
- Digital Therapeutics and Remote Health Interventions
- Cybersecurity in Healthcare: Safeguarding Patient Privacy and Data Integrity
- Health Chatbots for Mental Health Support: Opportunities and Challenges
- Health Policy and System Design: Aiding Decision-Makers
- Genomic Data Privacy and Ethical Considerations
- Health Gamification: Engaging Patients in Wellness Activities
- Emerging Technologies Shaping the Future of Healthcare, and so forth.
Business & Management:
- Business Process Optimization
- Digital Transformation in Business Operations: Strategies and Outcomes
- Business Analytics: Enhancing Decision-Making and Performance
- Cloud Computing in Business Management: Opportunities and Challenges
- Supply Chain Management: Ensuring Transparency and Trust
- Customer Relationship Management: Improving Service and Interaction
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems: Integration and Efficiency
- Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS): Streamlining HR Processes
- Talent Management Technologies: Attracting, Retaining, and Developing Talent
- Performance Analytics and Data-driven HR Decisions
- Recruitment and Selection: Innovations in Talent Acquisition
- Workplace Automation and the Future of Jobs: Implications for HR
- Employee Engagement Platforms: Enhancing Organizational Culture
- Leadership in the Digital Age: Skills and Competencies for Success
- Diversity and Inclusion Technologies in HR Strategies
- Cybersecurity in Business and HR: Safeguarding Data and Privacy
- Learning Management Systems (LMS): Upskilling and Reskilling the Workforce
- Digital Employee Onboarding: Enhancing the New Hire Experience
- Ethics and AI in HR: Navigating Challenges in Decision-making
- Remote Work Technologies: Managing Distributed Teams Effectively
- Emerging Technologies Shaping the Future of Business and HR Management, and so forth.
Environmental Sciences:
- IoT Applications for Environmental Monitoring and Conservation
- Sustainable Technology Practices in Various Industries
- Environmental Monitoring with Remote Sensing Technologies
- Biodiversity Conservation and Wildlife Management
- Blockchain for Sustainable Supply Chain and Resource Management
- Environmental Modeling and Prediction with Technology
- Climate Change Mitigation Technologies: Innovations and Solutions
- Smart Cities and Sustainable Urban Planning
- Digital Agriculture and Precision Farming for Environmental Sustainability
- Water Resource Management Technologies: Monitoring and Conservation
- Air Quality Monitoring and Pollution Control with Sensor Networks
- Renewable Energy Technologies and Integration
- Ecosystem Restoration: Case Studies and Applications
- Waste Management Technologies for Circular Economy
- Digital Platforms for Environmental Education and Awareness
- Spatial Analysis and GIS in Environmental Science
- Climate Data Analytics: Insights and Decision Support
- Eco-friendly Technologies in Industry: Challenges and Implementation
- Green Building Technologies and Sustainable Architecture
- Oceanographic Technologies: Monitoring and Conservation Efforts
- Emerging Technologies Shaping the Future of Environmental Science, and so forth.
Communication Studies:
- Social Media Platforms and Communication Dynamics
- Journalism: Impact of Technology on News Production and Consumption
- Digital Storytelling and Narrative Techniques in Media
- Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) in Communication
- Podcasting Technologies: Trends and Innovations
- Mobile Communication and its Societal Implications
- Personalization in Advertising and Media Consumption
- Online Communities and the Evolution of Digital Dialogues
- Data Analytics in Media Research and Audience Analysis
- Crisis Communication in the Digital Age: Challenges and Strategies
- Gaming and E-sports Communication: Culture and Narratives
- Digital Literacy and Communication Skills in the 21st Century
- Customer Interaction in Media Outlets
- Influencer Marketing and Brand Communication on Digital Platforms
- Interactive and Immersive Content Experiences
- Online Activism and its Impact on Social and Political Communication
- Cross-platform Integration and Convergence in Media
- Ethics of AI in Communication and Media Practices
- Emerging Trends in Digital Media Production and Consumption
- Media Literacy Education: Navigating the Digital Information Landscape, and so forth.
Security:
- Applications in Crime Prediction and Prevention
- Cybersecurity Challenges in Modern Law Enforcement
- Surveillance Technologies and Civil Liberties
- Cybersecurity in the Age of Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)
- Threat Intelligence and Security Analytics
- Biometric Authentication and Access Control Technologies
- Blockchain for Secure Data Storage and Communication
- Surveillance Technologies: Balancing Security and Privacy
- IoT Security: Challenges and Solutions
- Physical Security Innovations: Sensors, Alarms, and Surveillance
- Threat Detection and Response with Machine Learning
- Digital Twins for Security Simulation and Preparedness
- Quantum Computing and its Implications for Security
- Security of Cloud-Based Systems and Services
- Mobile Device Security: Trends and Best Practices
- Critical Infrastructure Protection and Resilience
- Security Challenges in Smart Cities
- Privacy-preserving Technologies in Surveillance and Data Collection
- Incident Response and Crisis Management
- Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing in the Digital Era
- Security and Privacy in Social Media Platforms
- Insider Threat Detection Technologies
- Emerging Technologies and the Future Landscape of Security, and so forth.
SUBMISSION PROCEDURE
Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before March 31, 2024, a chapter proposal of 1,000 to 2,000 words clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors will be notified by April 14, 2024 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines. Full chapters are expected to be submitted by June 23, 2024, and all interested authors must consult the guidelines for manuscript submissions at https://www.igi-global.com/publish/contributor-resources/before-you-write/ prior to submission. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-blind review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project.
Note: There are no submission or acceptance fees for manuscripts submitted to this book publication, Future of Digital Technology and AI in Social Sectors. All manuscripts are accepted based on a double-blind peer review editorial process.
All proposals should be submitted through the eEditorial Discovery® online submission manager.
PUBLISHER
This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global (formerly Idea Group Inc.), an international academic publisher of the “Information Science Reference” (formerly Idea Group Reference), “Medical Information Science Reference,” “Business Science Reference,” and “Engineering Science Reference” imprints. IGI Global specializes in publishing reference books, scholarly journals, and electronic databases featuring academic research on a variety of innovative topic areas including, but not limited to, education, social science, medicine and healthcare, business and management, information science and technology, engineering, public administration, library and information science, media and communication studies, and environmental science. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit https://www.igi-global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2025.
IMPORTANT DATES
March 31, 2024: Proposal Submission Deadline
April 14, 2024: Notification of Acceptance
June 23, 2024: Full Chapter Submission
August 4, 2024: Review Results Returned
September 1, 2024: Final Acceptance Notification
September 8, 2024: Final Chapter Submission
INQUIRIES
Duygu Çelik Ertuğrul
Eastern Mediterranean University, TRNC
duygu.celik@emu.edu.tr
Atilla Elçi
Hasan Kalyoncu University, TURKEY
atilla.elci@gmail.com
CLASSIFICATIONS
Business and Management; Computer Science and Information Technology; Education; Environmental, Agricultural, and Physical Sciences; Medical, Healthcare, and Life Sciences; Media and Communications; Security and Forensics; Government and Law; Social Sciences and Humanities; Science and Engineering