Juja Chakarova

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Juja Chakarova is a forward-thinking researcher whose work sits at the intersection of library science, information management, and emerging technologies. Her primary research areas include the automation of library operations, the evolving role of librarians as knowledge managers, and the integration of robotics into information services. Chakarova’s most notable contribution is her provocative 2017 paper, “I – Robot, to help You – Librarian,” which has garnered 3 citations and sparked critical dialogue on the potential for robots to handle routine library tasks—such as labeling, shelving, and inventory—thereby freeing librarians for higher-level intellectual and service-oriented work. While modest in citation count, this work is significant for its early and bold framing of a question that has since become central to discussions on library modernization. Chakarova’s research challenges the profession to rethink the division of labor between humans and machines, positioning her as a thoughtful voice in the ongoing transformation of libraries into hybrid human-robot environments. Her work continues to inspire students and practitioners exploring the future of information work.