Video Archive: RICAIP Seminar Series (Open in Science)

Open science, or rather “Open in science” – a concept that each of us has probably heard of at least once in our lives. However, often even scientists are unable to define exactly what characterizes this concept. Thanks to the latest RICAIP Seminar Series, you can get acquainted with the opinions of the most professional experts who will help you find your way around. What exactly does Open Science mean? How can a scientist be open in science? Can I get involved in research as a citizen?

Do not miss an opportunity to discuss with interesting speakers from leading European research institutions that are familiar not only with the aspects of Open Science and Open Access, but also with Citizen Science, Public Engagement, and Co-creation projects.

9:00 - 9:15

TALK: Introduction by prof. Pavel Václavek (RICAIP Project Coordinator, CEITEC BUT)

How we understand the term "open science" in the context of the RICAIP Project?

9:15 - 10:00

TALK: Open Science - Practical Examples by Dr. Pavel Tomančák (Director of the CEITEC Consortium)

I will describe how I practiced open science in the areas of reagents, software, hardware and ideas and how it impacted my scientific career.

10:00 - 10:45

TALK: The Role of Citizen Science in Open Science and Open Innovation by Margaret Gold (Coordinator of the Citizen Science Lab from Leiden University)

Margaret Gold will give a brief introduction to the Citizen Science Lab at Leiden University. She will also talk about the role of Citizen Science in Open Science and ways of doing Citizen Science across the research cycle and innovation cycle, with examples. Don't miss also her interactive session reflecting on your own research and innovation practices in break-out groups, followed by plenary discussion and space for your Q&A.

11:00 - 11:45

TALK: Open Science 101: An introduction to concepts and tools of Open Science by Dr. Luiza Bengtsson (Science Transfer and Outreach, "Lab Meets Teacher", ORION Project Training WP Leader from Max Delbrück Center in the Helmholtz Association Berlin)

This workshop will establish what Open Science is and why it is needed. We will particularly focus on the concepts of Public Engagement, giving you practical guidance and showcasing tools for incorporating it into your daily work.

11:45 - 12:00

TALK: Open Science at Brno University of Technology - Activities of the Central Library by Jan Skupa (Institutional Repository Manager from Central Library of Brno University of Technology)

The presentation will describe the activities of the Central Library that support the principles of Open Science at Brno University of Technology. Attention will be focused mainly on the activities of the library in the field of Open Access - management of the institutional repository or the Open Access Fund. Other topics will be e.g. assigning DOIs for records in the repository, setting up the ORCID system to the IS BUT or organizing seminars on Open Access, Defending against predator publishers, RDM and DMP, etc.