Dr. Ahmed Maher Khafaga Shehata is an Associate Professor of Information Studies at Sultan Qaboos University in Oman. He holds a Ph.D. in Information Studies from Aberystwyth University, Wales, focusing on the impact of ICT on informal scholarly communication. With over 11 years of experience in academia, Dr. Shehata has established himself as a prominent researcher in the fields of information-seeking behavior, scholarly communication, and digital libraries.His research has been published in numerous high-impact journals and presented at international conferences worldwide. Dr. Shehata has received several prestigious awards, including the Sharjah Award for Library Literature in 2018 and the Best Researcher Award from Sultan Qaboos University in 2024.As an educator, Dr. Shehata has taught a wide range of courses in library and information science, supervising both master's and doctoral students. He is actively involved in various research projects and has secured multiple grants to support his work.Dr. Shehata is a member of several professional organizations, including the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals. He regularly reviews reputable journals in his field, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in information studies.