Research

Join for the Final Conference of the PAOLA Project on March 20, 2025, at the AGH University of Krakow in Poland, where experts and participants will discuss the future of whistleblowing in academia.

📅 Date: 20th March 2025
🕒 Time: 14:30 – 17:45 CET
📍 Location: AGH University of Krakow, Building B8, Krakow, Poland

This event, part of the PAOLA project – PAndora bOx of Whistleblowing in Academia, is financed by the Erasmus+ Program. The conference will address key issues surrounding the challenges and developments in the field of whistleblowing within academic institutions.

All registered participants will receive updates about the event via email. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to engage with experts and shape the future of whistleblowing in academia.

For more information and registration, please click here.

The SECURE Summit is set to take place on March 6th, 2025, in Brussels, Belgium, at the Young European Research Universities Network (YERUN) headquarters, located at Rue du Trône 62, 1050 Ixelles. This hybrid event will bring together researchers, policymakers, and research institutions to explore sustainable research career pathways in Europe, offering both in-person and online participation options.

The summit will feature key findings from the Research Career Framework (RCF), Tenure Track-Like (TTL) models, and the SECURE project’s trials. It will offer valuable insights into how different approaches can improve career stability and progression for researchers across Europe.

Participants will have the opportunity to engage in expert-led discussions, institutional perspectives, and policy recommendations that aim to support research talent and enhance career opportunities. Key topics include:

• Strategies for research career sustainability and job trajectories
• Lessons learned from RCF and TTL models and related policies
• Institutional approaches to talent retention and mobility
• The role of policy recommendations in shaping future research careers

Throughout the event, attendees can take part in roundtable discussions, presentations, and networking opportunities, gaining valuable insights and practical solutions for research institutions across Europe.

To learn more and register, visit the SECURE Summit Registration page. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this important conversation and contribute to shaping the future of research careers in Europe.

Date & Time:

📅 Wednesday, March 5, 2025
⏰ 16:00 GMT
📍 Location: Online

Why Trust in Open Research Matters

In an era of rising misinformation, maintaining trust in scholarly literature is more critical than ever. Open research practices offer transparency and accountability, strengthening the credibility of academic publishing.

Join us for an insightful webinar on Building and Maintaining Trust with Open Research, where expert speakers will discuss how researchers can enhance the trustworthiness of their work through open science principles.

What to Expect

This session will feature individual presentations by leading experts, followed by a structured discussion on fostering transparency, reliability, and credibility in research. Key topics include:

• How open research practices can build trust.
• The role of transparency in countering research integrity issues.
• Best practices for ensuring reproducibility and responsible publishing.

Meet the Speakers

🔹 Matt Cannon – Head of Open Research, Taylor & Francis; expert in journal policies and research transparency.
🔹 Dr. Rebecca Taylor-Grant – Head of Open Data Initiatives, Taylor & Francis; advocate for FAIR data sharing and open science policies.
🔹 Dr. Coromoto Power Febres – Research Integrity Manager, Taylor & Francis; specialist in research ethics and integrity.
🔹 Dr. Allyson Lister – FAIRsharing Content & Community Lead, University of Oxford; expert in data standardization and semantic integration.
🔹 Dr. Paul Whaley – Honorary Researcher, Lancaster University; Editor-in-Chief of Evidence-Based Toxicology and advocate for evidence-driven decision-making.

This event is open to researchers and academics from all disciplines who are committed to upholding integrity in their work.

👉 Register now to secure your place!

Are you a COST Action-funded researcher looking for an open-access platform to share your work? Open Research Europe (ORE), the European Commission’s dedicated open-access publishing platform, offers COST Action researchers a seamless way to publish and disseminate their research.

Join us on Tuesday, March 4, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM CET for an introductory webinar where the ORE team will provide insights into the platform, guide you through the submission process, and answer any questions regarding potential submissions.

Why Publish on ORE?

• Open Access: Free and immediate access to your research.
• Compliance: Fully aligned with the European Commission’s open science policies.
• Visibility: Increased exposure within the scientific community.
• Rigorous Peer Review: Transparent and post-publication peer review process.

Speakers

• Kelly Woods – Publisher
• Emma Smith – Associate Publisher, F1000
• Lorna Stokes – Digital Communications Officer
• Jacques van Lankveld – Emeritus Professor of Clinical Psychology

This online event is an excellent opportunity to learn how ORE can enhance the visibility and impact of your research.

👉 Register now to secure your spot!

In an era where access to knowledge remains uneven, open education and open publishing have the potential to drive significant change in higher education. On Monday, March 3, 2025, from 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm GMT, an online session will explore how open education can be leveraged to promote knowledge equity and transform universities.

The session, hosted by WACREN and Peoples-Praxis, will be led by Emeritus Professor Dick Heller (Australia) and Associate Professor Upasana Gitanjali Singh (South Africa). It will feature discussions on a newly developed open online course, Distributing Education and Knowledge Creation, which is designed to build capacity for distributing knowledge in a way that reduces inequity.

A Collaborative Approach to University Reform

A key aim of the session is to form a cohort of interested participants who will enroll in the course and work through it together. By engaging with the material collaboratively, participants will be able to adapt and refine the course for different educational settings, ensuring its relevance across diverse institutions and communities. The discussion will also highlight ways to use open education to advocate for reforms in higher education.

Session Format and Participation

The event will begin with a short presentation by the speakers, setting the stage for an interactive discussion on the role of open education in reducing barriers to knowledge. Attendees will have the opportunity to share insights, ask questions, and explore strategies for implementing open education practices in their institutions.

By fostering collaboration and inclusivity, this session aims to create momentum for university transformation through open education. Those passionate about knowledge equity, educational access, and systemic reform are encouraged to participate and contribute to this evolving conversation.

To join the session, register here.

The DIAMAS project is excited to announce its final conference, taking place on June 3, 2025, in Brussels, Belgium. This one-day event will highlight the project’s key achievements, explore the current landscape of Diamond Open Access (OA), and discuss the future role of the European Diamond Capacity Hub in supporting and promoting Diamond publishing.

What to Expect

• Project Review: A look back at DIAMAS’ main accomplishments.
• State of Diamond OA: Insights into the latest developments and challenges.
• Community Contributions: Showcasing how DIAMAS outputs have been applied in practice.

Hosted by KBR

The conference will be held in partnership with The Royal Library of Belgium (KBR), providing a prestigious venue for this important discussion.

Get Involved

Details on registration and participation will be shared soon. For now, mark your calendars, and we look forward to seeing you in Brussels!

ECEIA 25 is thrilled to announce the 4th International Colloquium for Research and Action on Academic Integrity, a pivotal event dedicated to promoting integrity within higher education institutions. Organized by the Institute of Research and Action on Fraud and Plagiarism in Academia (IRAFPA) in collaboration with the European Conference on Ethics and Integrity in Academia 2025 (ECEIA 25), this online colloquium is set to take place on June 19-20, 2025. While the ECEIA 25 will host an in-person event in Sweden, this virtual gathering ensures that participants from all over the world can engage in this important conversation.

Theme: How to Implement a Culture of Integrity in Higher Education Institutions?

The focus of the colloquium is to explore strategies, research, and practices aimed at fostering a culture of integrity in academic environments. As we confront the challenges of academic social irresponsibility, the event urges us to combine research and action to address critical questions, such as:

• How do we build a culture of academic responsibility within higher education institutions?
• How can institutions measure their effectiveness in promoting social responsibility among faculty and students?
• What are the obstacles to implementing academic social responsibility, and how can they be overcome?
• How can institutions collaborate with external actors to address these challenges?

Program Highlights

• Key Presentations: Each session will feature a 20-minute presentation followed by 10 minutes of discussion, allowing for a deeper exchange of ideas.
• Live Broadcast: The colloquium will begin with a live broadcast of the ECEIA 25 panel discussion.
• Networking Opportunities: Engaging discussions and networking sessions will allow participants to connect and collaborate on this essential topic.
• Closing Roundtable: The event will conclude with a roundtable discussion featuring international voices on the future of universities and academic integrity.

Registration Details

• For Presenters: €100 (or 110 CHF) – Includes IRAFPA membership, access to member events, publication in the journal Les Cahiers de l’IRAFPA, personalized advice on plagiarism or fraud, and more.
• For Attendees (Non-presenting): €30 (or 30 CHF)
• For Students (Doctoral & Master’s): €10 (or 10 CHF)

Registration is required, and access will be granted after payment. Interested participants can download the registration form and submit it via email to complete the process.

Important Dates

• November 1, 2024: Paper proposal submission begins.
• February 15, 2025: Deadline for paper submissions.
• March 1, 2025: Acceptance notifications sent to authors.
• May 6, 2025: Submission of complete papers for publication.

Why Attend?

• Learn from Experts: Gain insights from leading experts in academic integrity.
• Best Practices: Discover effective strategies for building a culture of integrity.
• Networking: Engage with like-minded professionals and researchers.
• Exclusive IRAFPA Membership Benefits: Enjoy special privileges such as discounted event access, publication opportunities, and more.

The 4th International Colloquium for Research and Action on Academic Integrity promises to be a valuable opportunity for individuals passionate about creating a culture of integrity in academia. Register now and be part of the global conversation that shapes the future of higher education!

Traditional, publication-driven assessments of research are losing momentum as new approaches promoting responsible research assessment and open science gain traction across Europe. These two movements have the potential to reinforce one another: reforming research assessment can accelerate the adoption of open science, while the transparency offered by open science can drive meaningful changes in assessment practices.

To explore this evolving landscape, the Centre for Science and Technology Studies (CWTS) at Leiden University is hosting a series of bimonthly sessions that examine how research assessment can integrate open science and what open science means in practice.

Upcoming Session: The Role of Context in Research Assessment Reform

📅 Date: 12 March 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00-11:30 CET

The next Community of Practice (CoP) session will focus on the role of context in responsible research assessment. Insights from nine GraspOS pilot projects initially classified by assessment type have revealed that rigid classifications offer limited practical value. Instead, this session will explore how diverse contextual factors shape research assessment reforms and discuss the principle of making reforms “as aligned as possible, but as diverse as necessary” (Stroobants et al., 2024).

Speakers and Panelists

Presenters:

• Clifford Tatum (Chair, CWTS / GraspOS)
• Laura Himanen (CSC / GraspOS)

Panelists:

• Karen Stroobants (CoARA)
• Gareth O’Neill (Technopolis Group / OPUS)
• James Morris (Science Europe)
• Sarah de Rijcke (Leiden University)

This session will provide valuable insights into how research assessment can evolve to better support open science practices.

🔗 Register now to receive an invitation and event link.

Driving Innovation and Economic Growth

Collaboration between academia and industry is vital for fostering innovation, economic growth, and sustainable solutions to global challenges. As industry needs evolve, academic institutions must ensure that their research ecosystem—faculty expertise, specialized equipment, and research outputs—is easily discoverable and accessible to potential funders, partners, and collaborators. However, identifying partners with aligned goals, visions, and priorities remains a complex challenge.

The Role of Research Information Management Systems

Advanced research information management systems and centralized profiling tools can help institutions position themselves as valuable partners by improving the visibility and utility of research assets. These tools facilitate seamless management, accessibility, and dissemination of research data, streamlining collaboration efforts between academia and industry.

Webinar on Strengthening Academic-Industry Partnerships

In partnership with Times Higher Education and Digital Science, a panel of experts will explore how these tools enhance research collaboration during a webinar on February 27, 2025, at 11 AM EST / 4 PM GMT. Discussions will highlight key findings from Catalyzing Collaboration: How Research Information Management Systems Drive Academic-Industry Partnerships and address:

• Benefits and challenges of academic-industry partnerships
• Strategies for fostering strategic partnerships and resource-sharing
• Methods to maximize the visibility of research assets
• How research management tools support technology transfer
• Measuring the impact of academic-industry collaborations

Expert Panelists

The session will feature leading voices in research collaboration, including:

• Jeff Agnoli – Senior Liaison, Corporate Partnerships, Ohio Innovation Exchange
• Derek Newton – Assistant Vice-President, Innovation, Partnerships & Entrepreneurship, University of Toronto
• Christopher J. Rowe – Executive Director for Industry Collaborations, Vanderbilt University
• Mike Kagioglou – Pro Vice-Chancellor, Research & Business Innovation, De Montfort University
• Kate Byrne – SVP Product, Academic & Publishing, Digital Science

This webinar will provide valuable insights for institutions seeking to enhance their research impact and foster meaningful collaborations with industry.

The Open Access Books Network (OABN) and the Open Institutional Publishing Association (OIPA) are hosting a free webinar on best metadata practices for open access books. This session will provide expert insights on optimizing metadata to improve discoverability and accessibility.

Event Details

📅 Date: Thursday, 20 March
⏰ Time: 15:00 GMT / 16:00 CET / 11:00 EDT
📍 Format: Online
🔗 Sign up now

What to Expect

Participants will hear from industry experts discussing key metadata principles, followed by an extended Q&A session for in-depth guidance.

Speakers

• Lucy Barnes (Chair) – Senior Editor & Outreach Coordinator, Open Book Publishers (OABN)
• Tobias Steiner – COO, Thoth Open Metadata
• Hannah Hillen – Metadata & Publisher Outreach Specialist, Thoth Open Metadata
• Graham Bell – Executive Director, EDItEUR
• Jeffrey Edmunds – Digital Access Coordinator, Penn State Libraries

This session is ideal for publishers, librarians, and researchers looking to enhance the visibility and impact of open access books through effective metadata strategies.

Additional Open Access Training Opportunity

📢 How to Get Your Work Published as Open Access
🔹 Hosted by the School of Advanced Study & University of London Press
📅 Date: Monday, 24 February
⏰ Time: 14:00 GMT / 15:00 CET / 10:00 EDT
🔗 Learn more

Speakers

• Frances Pinter – Director of Academic Relations, Central European University Press & Amsterdam University Press
• Emma Gallon – Publisher, University of London Press

This annual training session has been fully updated with practical guidance on navigating the latest open access publishing landscape.

📢 Don’t miss out! Sign up today and share these opportunities with your network.