Gerhard Hacker

Prof. Dr. Gerhard Hacker is Professor of Library and Information Science at the Faculty of Computer Science and Media, Leipzig University of Applied Sciences (HTWK Leipzig) since 2001. He previously served as Vice Rector for Education (2011-2014), Vice Dean of the Faculty of Media (2009-2011), and Dean of the Library and Information Science program (2006-2009). His academic background includes a doctoral dissertation on Spanish-Russian literary relations (University of Cologne, 1993, Summa cum laude) and a Master's in Slavic Studies, Hispanic Studies, and Library Science.

His research encompasses multiple domains including:

• Structure and typology of German library systems
• Collection development and acquisition management
• Archival and museum holdings integration
• Historical library science and palaeography
• Hybrid library development
• International Library and Information Science frameworks

Notable contributions include editorial work for the Brockhaus Encyclopedia and the Lexicon of Library and Information Science (2009-present). Office hours are available by appointment via email.