Andrew Cox

Dr. Andrew Cox is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Sheffield's School of Information, Journalism and Communication. He holds a PhD from Loughborough University and has expertise in information science, artificial intelligence, and research data management. Cox is affiliated with the Digital Societies Research Group and previously led the SCONUL Transformation Group project on future academic libraries.

Education:

• BA (Open)
• MA (TVU)
• MSc (UWA)
• MA (Open)
• MEd (Sheffield)
• PhD (Loughborough)

Research Interests:

Dr. Cox focuses on the societal impacts of AI, datafication, and managerialism on information professions. He explores how libraries and information professionals adapt to technological trends, including AI ethics, health data journeys, and community-driven knowledge preservation. His work integrates practice theory and qualitative methods, often involving visual research techniques.

Publications:

His recent work includes studies on AI's role in libraries, generative AI in education, and health data ethics. Key themes include library strategic responses to AI, algorithmic literacy, and the intersection of technology and well-being.

Awards:

• University of Sheffield Senate Teaching Award (2009-10)
• Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
• CILIP Fellowship (2013)

Grants & Projects:

Cox leads/funded initiatives such as the Xochimilco placemaking project (£6,800), the RDMRose OER initiative (£60,000), and studies on library space design. He collaborates internationally on topics like AI in academic writing and mental health support.

Supervision:

He supervises PhD students on topics ranging from AI in libraries to international student transitions. Completed students include experts in Thai cultural heritage management and health data flows.

Professional Roles:

Cox is a former external examiner for LIS programs at UCL Qatar and Swedish universities. He sits on editorial boards for Information Research and contributes to CILIP policy reports on AI and librarianship.