News and Events

Events

16–17 Sep

European Research & Innovation Days 2025

2:00 PM – 5:30 PM Conference Abroad ENG

The European Research & Innovation Days 2025 will take place in Brussels. The sixth edition of this flagship event of the European Commission will bring together policymakers, researchers, business leaders and the wider innovation community to discuss how research and innovation drives Europe’s competitiveness, sustainability and industrial leadership, underpinning the EU’s top priorities.

15–17 Sep

Open Science FAIR

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Conference Abroad ENG

OS FAIR 2025 aims to bring together and empower open science communities and services; to identify common practices related to open science; to see what are the best synergies to deliver and operate services that work for many; and to bring experiences from all around the world and learn from each other.

9–10 Sep

Digital transformation of universities

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Conference CZ

The conference will focus on current trends in digitalization and the use of modern technologies in the higher education sector. The event will feature insights from experts in academia, public administration, and technology companies. The program will also include panel discussions on the future of education, data management, and open science.

8–9 Sep

Open Science Festival at the University of Vienna

Abroad ENG

The Open Science Festival brings together researchers, students, and research support staff to:

Explore the future of Open Science through keynotes and panel discussions
Build skills in interactive workshops
Discover ongoing work through poster sessions and lightning talks
Make connections and become part of a vibrant academic community through networking opportunities

26–28 Aug

Conference on Research Data Infrastructure 2025

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Conference Abroad ENG

The second edition of the Conference on Research Data Infrastructure at Aachen University. A broad programme is planned in the lecture hall centre C.A.R.L. with keynotes, lectures, poster sessions and a market of opportunities.

7–8 Jul

Open Science: Monitoring Progress, Assessing Impact

Conference Abroad ENG

Co-organized by UNESCO, OpenAIRE, PathOS, EOSC Track, and OSMI, the event will gather global experts, policymakers, and practitioners to delve into tracking open science progress and its wide-ranging impacts on research, innovation, and society. The program will feature evidence-based insights from key initiatives, practical workshops, and discussions about future directions in line with the UNESCO Recommendation on Open Science.

News

29 Apr

Discover the World of Data Stewards: A Series on a Key Role in Modern Research

Proper data handling is the foundation of modern science. In the series Data Stewards: Mission FAIR, you will discover who data stewards are, what their work entails, and what tools and educational opportunities they can use.

25 Apr

Jan Hrušák: Thanks to EOSC, Czechia Can Help Shape the Future of Science Across Europe

The Czech Republic has a strong presence in EOSC's governance structures and, thanks to the EOSC-CZ project, is becoming a visible player at the European level. According to Jan Hrušák, the country has the tools and experts needed to help shape the emerging EOSC Federation.

16 Apr

Data Stewards Meeting in Brno Brought New Energy and Valuable Discussions

On April 7, the data steward community gathered at Masaryk University in Brno, where participants had the opportunity not only to learn about the latest developments in research data but also to engage in discussions on the ethical and legal aspects of data management and other research data-related topics.

11 Apr

EOSC Build-up Phase in Focus at Kraków Tripartite Event

The third Polish National Tripartite Event in Kraków brought together hundreds of participants to discuss data interoperability, infrastructure sustainability, and the practical application of FAIR data principles, shortly after the start of the EOSC build-up phase.

11 Apr

Citizen Science Day in Ostrava

On April 9, the Citizen Science Day took place at IT4Innovations, where high school students from Ostrava participated in interactive workshops, such as building air quality sensors and exploring urban biodiversity.

7 Apr

interview with Professor Holčapek: Interdisciplinary Collaboration Is Absolutely Essential for Research in the Natural Sciences

Professor Michal Holčapek, a recognized expert in mass spectrometry and lipidomics, emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge sharing. He also discusses the challenges of research evaluation and urges scientists to focus on the essence of problems rather than metrics.

7 Apr

From Theory to Practice: Networking Event in Pardubice Introduced New Opportunities for Researchers

On March 28, 2025, the University of Pardubice hosted the EOSC CZ Networking event, focused on the practical use of EOSC CZ and e-INFRA CZ services and tools. The event was opened by Vice-Rector for Science and Creative Activity Tomáš Hejduk and Open Science Coordinator Lucie Melicharová.

4 Apr

The Future of ESFRI: Brno Hosted a Key Workshop and ESFRI Forum Meeting

Masaryk University in Brno hosted the workshop “Future of ESFRI in a New ERA” at the turn of March and April 2025, where the future of research infrastructures in Europe was discussed. The event was followed by the quarterly ESFRI Forum meeting.

24 Mar

EOSC Federation Kick-off Workshop

The EOSC build-up phase officially kicked off in March 2025 with a workshop in Brussels. 13 organisations have been selected to join the first wave of EOSC Federation Candidate Nodes, marking a significant step in the development of a collaborative, community-driven European research ecosystem. These organisations represent diverse sectors within the European Research Area and will work together to co-develop the EOSC Federation’s work plan, helping establish a sustainable and integrated research infrastructure across Europe.