David A. Jank

David A. Jank is an Assistant Professor of Library and Information Science at Long Island University, within the College of Education, Information and Technology. He brings over 25 years of experience in public, academic, and special libraries, as well as in library technology and information systems. His interdisciplinary background spans library science, psychology, and computer information systems, with teaching experience in both psychology and computer science departments.

• B.A., Northeastern University (Journalism and Political Science)
• M.S., Simmons College (Library and Information Science)
• M.S., Baruch College, CUNY (Psychology)
• Ph.D., C.W. Post Campus, Long Island University (Information Studies)

Dr. Jank's research centers on human-information interaction, knowledge organization, domain analysis, and database design. He is renowned for developing the human-information dyad model, which applies social relationship theory to information behavior. His work bridges library science, cognitive science, and organizational psychology, with applications in metadata, collaborative systems, and information services management.

The most recent publications highlight a strong trend in conceptual modeling of information systems, ontological frameworks for human-information interaction, and interdisciplinary explorations in groupware, legal information, and historical knowledge organization. His scholarly output spans journals, encyclopedias, and conference proceedings, reflecting a commitment to both theoretical and applied research in LIS.

Dr. Jank has received numerous honors, including:

• First Prize, Canadian Association for Information Science Doctoral Research Paper Competition
• First Place Award, Palmer School Doctoral Research Paper Competition
• Elizabeth K. Reilley Scholarship for Academic Excellence
• Professional Service Award, Special Libraries Association
• Honorary Citation, Achievement in Library Service, Town of Danvers
• Inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who in America, Cambridge Who’s Who, and International Who’s Who in Information Technology

He has advised and mentored students informally through teaching and research, though no formal advisees are listed. He has not received specific grants mentioned in the text, but his sustained scholarly output and national/international speaking engagements suggest active research funding. Dr. Jank is a member of multiple professional organizations, including the American Society for Information Science and Technology, American Library Association, Association for Computing Machinery, and American Psychological Association, reflecting his interdisciplinary reach.

While no formal lab or research team is named, his work in developing conceptual models like the human-information dyad suggests leadership in theoretical research within LIS. His presentations at major conferences and collaborations across disciplines indicate an active scholarly network focused on advancing the understanding of human engagement with information systems.