« Open science innovations have focused on rigorous theory testing, yet methods for specifying, sharing, and iteratively improving theories remain underdeveloped. To address this limitation, we introduce FAIR theory, a standard for specifying theories as findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable digital objects. (…) »
« Open research and data transparency are a bulwark against unethical activities, but can also introduce integrity risks. As with all public goods, freely available data can be exploited, and here we set out the case for the use of safeguarding practices. (…) »
« National, international and organizational Open Science (OS) policies are being formulated to improve and accelerate research through increased transparency, collaboration and better access to scientific knowledge. Yet, there is mounting concern that OS policies do not effectively capture the ethos of OS, and particularly its goal of making science more…
« October saw two important publications advocating for greater transparency in how research funding is acknowledged. The Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) released best practices for journals on formatting funding statements, while the International Science Council (ISC) linked funding transparency…
« As Open Access continues to gain importance in science policy, understanding the proportion of Open Access publications relative to the total research output of research-performing organizations, individual countries, or even globally has become increasingly relevant. In response, dashboards are being developed to capture and communicate progress in this area. To…
« Carnegie Mellon’s fifth Open Science Symposium was held virtually on November 13, 2025. The full-day program featured talks and panel discussions from researchers, publishers, and thought leaders. (…) »
« The integration of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and large language models (LLMs) into scientific research and higher education presents a paradigm shift, offering revolutionizing opportunities while simultaneously raising profound ethical, legal, and regulatory questions. This study examines the complex intersection of AI and science, with a specific focus on the…
« L’enquête menée à l’automne 2024 auprès de la communauté de recherche de l’Université Rennes 2 visait à mieux cerner les usages des logiciels dans le processus de recherche, afin d’adapter l’offre de services et de formation. Avec 77 réponses complètes (taux de réponse de 7,5 %), elle met en lumière…
« Keynote talk at the first RDA in Europe Annual Summit « Weave the RDA Tapestry: From Community Insights to Collective Action », held in Paris on 18 November 2025. https://www.rd-alliance.org/events/rda-europe-annual-summit/ (…) »
