Barcamp Open Science:
Connect, Unlock, Together!

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05 September 2024
Potsdam, Germany
#oscibar

The Barcamp Open Science is a barcamp dedicated to the Open Science movement. It is open to everybody interested in connecting with like-minded people embracing Open Science, unlocking new perspectives and networking on Open Science, and thriving Open Science together!

We invite researchers and practitioners from various backgrounds, experts and novices, those who investigate Open Science, and those who want to practice it. The barcamp’s open format allows lively discussions, learning about and sharing experiences on practices in Open Science, and much time networking with the community. Specific knowledge on Open Science is not needed, participants are invited to bring in their topics.

The Barcamp Open Science 2024 is a hybrid event and will take place on site  at the University of Applied Science Potsdam, thanks to the wonderful cooperation with Open Access Brandenburg this year. Online participation (without the Barcamp spirit on site 😉 ) is possible via Zoom and allows limited participation including: 

  • You can follow the opening, ignition talk and session plannings.
  • There are hybrid session rooms on site where online participation in a session is possible. However, a session moderator on site can decide to offer a session as hybrid.
  • You can propose sessions within the session plannings and also moderate a session online in a hybrid room. 
  • A breakout room can be used for spontanous online meetings. 

 
Topics we’d love to discuss

Since its start in 2015, the barcamp has been a place for new, innovative and fresh perspectives on Open Science, and the topics itself has evolved. Topics we’d love to discuss are e.g.:

  • applying open hardware for independent research
  • bringing Open Science into research assessment
  • enliven #ichbinhanna & #ichbinreyhan
  • using the fediverse to push Open Science
  • practicing open science in qualitative research
  • push the impact of Open Science via policies
  • create new formats of citizen science and participative research
  • transfer and communicate your research
  • make your data and methods transparent and reproducible
  • foster open education via OER and OEP
  • shape the future of the Open Science festival
  • making research accessible and inclusive
  • campaign against unfair working conditions (thinking e.g. of #ichbinhanna & #ichbinreyhan)
  • drive justice through Open Science practices (e.g. global climate justice)
  • discuss upcoming DEAL negotiations
  • make a statement on big data research tracking

The Barcamp Open Science is organised by members of the Leibniz Strategy Forum Open Science and further volunteers. In 2024, we are cooperating with Open Access Brandenburg.

What is a Barcamp? This short video gives you a good introduction.

Orga team

  • Philipp Falkenburg (Open Access Brandenburg)
  • Konrad Förstner (ZB MED / Open Science Radio)
  • Tamara Heck (DIPF)
  • Lambert Heller (TIB)
  • Ben Kaden (Open Access Brandenburg)
  • Guido Scherp (ZBW)
  • Christopher Schwarzkopf (Wikimedia Deutschland)

Contact: g.scherp@zbw-online.eu

Friendly Space Policy


We are dedicated to providing a friendly, safe, and welcoming event experience for everyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, physical appearance, age, race, ethnicity, political affiliation, national origin, or religion — and not limited to these aspects. Please contribute to the friendliness of our virtual space.

How to contribute:

  • Always be always respectful, honest, accommodating, and appreciative of others. Be open to learning from others.
  • Respect the private sphere of other people. Never share others’ private information without their consent. Accept if other people don’t want to answer personal questions.
  • Show appreciation for the ideas and standpoint of other people. Embrace the diversity of perspectives and people. Include as many people as possible in group interaction by being respectful and inviting.
  • Participate authentically and actively: We trust in your openness and teamwork. We believe in the power of collaboration and co-creation.
  • Be optimistic and active: We believe in your ability to transform things to the better. Believe in yourself and your ideas and build on the competencies of other participants. Be open to learn from your mistakes.
  • Lead by example: Treat fellow participants in a way you want to be treated. Contribute to a positive group spirit.

 

We do not tolerate…

Any form of harassment of event participants. This includes abusive, discriminatory, derogatory, or demeaning language and behaviour. Sexual language and imagery is not appropriate for any event venue or talks. Any participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the event at the discretion of the event organisers. Please do not encourage other participants to violate our shared values.