Open Science Network - Bielefeld University
OSN Semester Kick-off
Talk
Open Science aims to increase the benefits of scientific knowledge and research data for science and society.
At the beginning of each semester, the Open Science Network at Bielefeld University invites you to a Semester Kickoff. The event will be held in English and will provide the opportunity to get to know the various active Open Science initiatives at Bielefeld University and to exchange and network with other interested people.
27 November 2026: Start of the winter term
“Introduction to the German Reproducibility Network + Integrating Open Science and RDM into Research Funding Applications”
Lecture
We are delighted to announce this year’s winter semester 2026/27 kick-off event, which will take place on 27 November 2026 at 9.00 am.
The event will feature a talk by Dr David Philip Morgan (Open Science Officer and Research Data Management Consultant, University of Mannheim).
‘Introduction to the German Reproducibility Network + Integrating Open Science and RDM into Research Funding Applications’
The German Reproducibility Network (GRN) is an interdisciplinary consortium of research initiatives and research institutions/universities that support Open Science. First, we will provide a brief overview of the GRN and how it can support you. We will then turn to more current issues affecting researchers, namely the role of Open Science and Research Data Management (RDM) practices in research funding applications. Indeed, understanding, applying and effectively communicating these practices plays a fundamental role in securing funding. Various funding bodies, including the EU Horizon programme, the ERC and the DFG, have different levels of required and recommended practices. These practices are not merely formalities. Funding bodies regard them as integral parts of a proposal that are subject to evaluation. It is therefore essential to consider carefully how to articulate the integration of Open Science and RDM practices into your proposal.
The talk will be held in English.
For further information and the Zoom link to join the event, please contact:
Dr Katharina Weiß (katharina.weiss@uni-bielefeld.de) or Dr Nina Schönefeld (nina.schoenfelder@uni-bielefeld.de)