Maastricht University (UM) is dedicated to advancing Open Science, with a focus on making research and education more transparent, accessible and collaborative. By following the FAIR principles, UM ensures that data, research outputs and educational resources are findable, accessible, interoperable and reusable. This commitment helps researchers and teachers to share their findings and creations openly, enabling broader knowledge sharing and driving innovation.
UM actively supports Open Access publishing, Open Data sharing, and the creation and use of Open Educational Resources encouraging academics to make their work widely available to the public. This approach not only fosters a more collaborative research culture but also maximises the societal impact of scientific discoveries. The university provides training and resources to help researchers incorporate Open Science practices into their projects.
This year, UM is proud to host the National Open Science Festival, a major event highlighting the latest in Open Science. The festival will bring together researchers, educators, policymakers and the public to explore how Open Science is shaping the future of research and education. Attendees can participate in workshops, panel discussions and networking sessions that showcase best practices and new ideas in Open Science. Through this festival, the university aims to create a more transparent and collaborative research environment that benefits both the academic community and society as a whole.
