Open Science case studies
Supporting Research Information Management systems in Ireland
Research performing institutions need to manage information on research to monitor grants, track outputs and identify research strengths. Many Current Research Information Systems (CRIS) are available to support these actions including Elsevier’s Pure, Converis, Dimensions, Worktribe and Sympletic Elements. Institutions typically procure these systems individually, however some countries such as Italy have pursued a national approach with a single system.
Supporting research data management via compute services
Many researchers are unaware of data management requirements and services available to help meet these. Opportunities should therefore be taken to signpost relevant information when researchers are contacting infrastructure/support services. SURF is doing this via its compute calls, raising awareness of funder requirements to manage and share the associated data, and highlighting tools available from SURF and universities to help.
Supporting the adoption of FAIR in Denmark
The FAIR principles have gained significant traction amongst a wide range of stakeholders in the drive to aid data discovery, sharing and reuse. There are still however many misconceptions about implementation and low adoption within research communities. DeiC set out to change this position with a programme of awareness-raising, training and support for Danish researchers.