Who are we?
We are the Open Science Community Maastricht (OSCM), an inter-faculty group that promotes Open Science all throughout Maastricht University. Together with our partner communities across the Netherlands, we aim to make science open and FAIR for everyone. If you are looking for more information on Open Science, you have come to the right place! You can find out more about:- the Open Science mission,
- what the OSCM does,
- the latest news,
- upcoming events,
- the OSCM team,
- and how to join us as a member, Open Science ambassador or messenger
The logo of OSCM was adopted from the OSCU logo, originally created by Anita Eerland.
NEWS
Preregistration in academia – Making research more findable and reliable
The Open Science Community Maastricht (OSCM) highlights the value of preregistration in academic research through a dedicated video. Although preregistration is more common in some disciplines than others, all researchers can benefit from this practice to improve transparency and credibility.
Voices from the field
Recorded at the Maastricht School of Business and Economics (SBE), the video features Dr Roman Briker (Assistant Professor in Organisational Behaviour & HRM) and Dr Monika Barget (Assistant Professor in History). Roman and Monika are also the OSCM Open Science ambassadors for their respective faculties. Together, they discuss how preregistration can:- Increase transparency, reliability, and trust in your findings
- Prevent research fraud
- Protect researchers’ intellectual property
Announcing the five OSCM small grants winners
Last December, the Open Science Community Maastricht announced a new funding opportunity made possible by through the Impuls grant received by Open Science NL through NWO.
The call was aimed at supporting small, action-focused, and innovative projects that promote Open Science within the Maastricht University faculties.
From a total number of 29 high-quality, interesting applications, 5 were selected for funding, read more…
The call was aimed at supporting small, action-focused, and innovative projects that promote Open Science within the Maastricht University faculties.
From a total number of 29 high-quality, interesting applications, 5 were selected for funding, read more…
UM Library annual report: Highlights 2024
The UM Library is pleased to share their annual report: Highlights 2024. In this report, they look back on a selection of achievements and developments from the past year. From innovations and continuity in their services to collaborations and initiatives supporting education and research, including Open Science.
The report is intended to provide a clear overview of their contribution to the UM community and partners in 2024. Highlights 2024 (link)
The report is intended to provide a clear overview of their contribution to the UM community and partners in 2024. Highlights 2024 (link)
Highlights from the National Open Science Festival 2024
On 22 October, Maastricht University (UM) proudly hosted the 4th edition of the National Open Science Festival. Guided by the motto ‘Meet, share, inspire, care’ over 350 visitors from the education and research sectors across the Netherlands gathered for a day of engaging discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities, all focused on advancing Open Science.
The event’s aftermovie offers a glimpse into the vibrant atmosphere and the diverse perspectives shared throughout the day.
The event’s aftermovie offers a glimpse into the vibrant atmosphere and the diverse perspectives shared throughout the day.
EVENTS
2025 Events coming soon!