Open Research Forum on Open Publishing and Research Excellence 12 Dec 2024: Save the date
We invite you to join us for the next Open Research Forum, "Advancing Research Excellence through Open Publishing: Impact, Quality, and Responsible Practices", on 12 December at the University of Galway.
Schedule
Date: Thursday, 12 December 2024
Time: 12:00-13:00, followed by a light lunch
Location: THB-G010 Seminar Room, University of Galway
Registration: For catering purposes
Our keynote speaker will be Dr. Lai Ma, Assistant Professor at School of Information and Communication Studies at University College Dublin.
Along with representatives from the University of Galway, Dr. Ma will explore the critical role of open publishing in advancing research excellence while addressing the challenges of maintaining impact and quality. With Ireland’s funders increasingly requiring open access through policies aligned with global movements such as cOAlition S, this forum will focus on how responsible open publishing practices can enhance the visibility and citation of research, thereby achieving institutional goals of excellence.
Aimed at leaders in the institution, the event will posit open publishing as a key factor in improving research outcomes while safeguarding quality. Participants will discuss how to align publishing practices with funder policies, promote responsible research assessment, and combat predatory journals by encouraging researchers to publish in and review for reputable outlets.Key themes include the alignment of open publishing with government policy, particularly the National Open Research Framework (NORF), which promotes a culture of open research across Ireland. The event will also suggest practical routes to open publishing and local initiatives like Responsible Assessment, ensuring research outputs meet the highest standards.
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