News and Events

Events

7 May

Moving towards FAIR Mappings: from technical recommendations to common practices

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Abroad Training ENG

This webinar, organized by FAIR-IMPACT, focuses on advancing FAIR mappings by transitioning from technical recommendations to widely adopted practices. Participants will explore the latest version of the practical mapping framework, discuss sustainability and governance issues of mappings, and identify gaps and potential refinements to deliver a community-revised final version of the recommendations.

21–22 May

Research Data Day & EOSC National Tripartite Event

Conference ENG

Are you interested in the latest trends in research data management and advancement in science related to data and AI? The conference titled Research Data Day & EOSC National Tripartite Event is a compelling event linking information on the latest developments in research data curation together with reporting progress on EOSC implementation at the national and international levels.

3–5 Jun

Summer School for Data Stewards

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Training CZ

The Summer School for Data Stewards is aimed at educating and upskilling professionals in the field of scientific data management and protection. Participants can look forward to hands-on workshops, lectures and discussions with experts in the field.

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

News

15 Oct 2024

Launch of EOSC EU Node initiated

On 10 October, the EOSC EU Node was technically launched by the European Commission in Brussels. This key step brings centralised access to scientific data, publications, software and services, and creates a digital platform for researchers to collaborate more effectively across Europe. Want to know more? Watch the event recording!

15 Oct 2024

Budapest hosted the European Big Data Value Forum 2024

The European Big Data Value Forum 2024 took place in Hungary's capital from 2 to 4 October. This main event for Europe's research and innovation community in the fields of big data and artificial intelligence is traditionally organised by the Big Data Value Association. Representatives from the EOSC CZ initiative were also present at this year's conference and they will share their impressions with you.

9 Oct 2024

EOSC Symposium 2024 is just around the corner: last chance to register for the online stream

In approximately ten days, from 21 to 23 October 2024, the EOSC Symposium 2024 will take place in Berlin - a key event for professionals and those interested in open science and the EOSC (European Open Science Cloud). Until 14 October, there is still a chance to register for the online stream and watch all the action live.

9 Oct 2024

ESFRI Forum in Szeged: Discussions on the Future of Research Infrastructures and Preparation of the 2026 Roadmap

The European Strategy Forum on Research Infrastructures (ESFRI) held its 89th meeting in Szeged on September 16–17, 2024, at the University of Szeged, in collaboration with the Hungarian Presidency and the National Research, Development, and Innovation Office (NRDI Office).

8 Oct 2024

Data Stewards community meeting through the eyes of Kateřina Zvoníková: Sharing experiences and discovering new tools

Look at the view of a budding data steward, Kateřina Zvoníková, who attended the September meeting of the data steward community at Charles University. The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange experiences and new inspirations in data management. Find out what surprised her at this meeting and why she is excited about future possibilities for data support development!

7 Oct 2024

Invitation to Open Science Week 2024: Three days of open science and innovation

From 21 to 23 October 2024, Open Science Week 2024 will take place through online conferences on the Zoom platform. Organized by the Open Science Working Group of the Association of University Libraries of the Czech Republic, this three-day event brings a range of interesting lectures, discussions and practical demonstrations focused on Open Access, open data and other open science practices to help you better navigate the world of open science and meet the requirements of grant agencies.

7 Oct 2024

The Role of Data Stewards and Open Science Centers at the University of South Bohemia: An Interview with Data Steward Manali Das

On 13 September 2024, a presentation of the EOSC CZ Initiative and networking with representatives of the EOSC CZ Secretariat and Training Centre took place at the University of South Bohemia. The meeting focused on implementing EOSC and the future of open data in the Czech Republic. Discussions were also held on the P JAC projects and the importance of the institutional data steward.

4 Oct 2024

Computational and legal background for sensitive data management not only within the National Repository Platform for Research Data

On 1 October, a workshop entitled Computational and legal background for sensitive data management not only within the National Repository Platform (NRP) took place in Brno, focusing on key aspects of sensitive data management in scientific communities. The event was intended for members of EOSC CZ working groups involved in implementing EOSC in the Czech Republic.

16 Sep 2024

Call for candidates for four directors of the EOSC Association

The call for candidates for four EOSC Association Board of Director positions has been launched for the 2024 elections, which will take place during the 9th General Assembly. Members interested in potentially serving on the Board for either one or three years are encouraged to apply. Currently, there is a need for candidates with specific skills, including political insight, policy expertise, and relevant technological know-how.