Quantum leaps in information retrieval

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to examine some implications for library and information science (LIS) of the book Geometry of Information Retrieval and the associated issues that arise from it.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper presents a conceptual and methodological analysis.

Findings

It is found that the epistemology, methodology, and subject scope of LIS are at risk from current developments in information retrieval (IR).

Research implications/limitations

The paper is limited to raising questions but not answering them: the implications are that LIS needs to revisit and enhance its methods.

Originality/value

The paper is wholly original and valuable for initiating discussion.

Citation

Cornelius, I. (2009), "Quantum leaps in information retrieval", Aslib Proceedings, Vol. 61 No. 3, pp. 331-336. https://doi.org/10.1108/00012530910959862