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New Report Explores Young Europeans’ Climate Attitudes and Support for Action
The Infra4NextGen project has released the fourth in its series of five thematic data summaries, this time focusing on the Make it Green theme of the NextGenerationEU framework.
Get to know FORS: A Hub for Data and Social Science Expertise
FORS, the Swiss Centre of Expertise in the Social Sciences, is widely recognized as Switzerland’s go-to institution for social science data and expertise. But FORS is more than a data archive: it is a hub that connects researchers, datasets, methodologies, and services, creating a vibrant platform for collaboration, exchange, and innovation. By combining research, training, and methodological support, FORS ensures that Swiss social science stays cutting-edge, well-connected, and responsive to evolving needs.
SSH Open Cluster sets agenda for 2026 at 5th Annual Assembly
On 25 September 2025, the SSH Open Cluster held its 5th Assembly, led by Darja Fišer (CLARIN ERIC), and Vice Chair Sally Chambers (DARIAH ERIC). The meeting reviewed governance updates, strategic initiatives, and adopted a forward-looking work plan.
OECD report highlights role of research infrastructure ecosystems
The OECD, with contribution from CESSDA’s Director Bonnie Wolff-Boenisch, has published a new policy paper, Fostering Research Infrastructure Ecosystems for Addressing Complex Scientific and Societal Challenges (September 2025), which explores how research infrastructures (RIs) can work together more effectively to tackle pressing global issues.
PUBMET 2025: Advancing Scholarly Communication and Data Practices
The PUBMET conference on scholarly communication in the context of open science has grown into a leading international forum for researchers, librarians, publishers, data professionals, and policymakers. Organised annually by the University of Zadar, PUBMET brings together experts to discuss how research communication, evaluation, and infrastructure can evolve in line with open science principles.
New Infra4NextGen Report Explores Young Europeans’ Views on Inequality
The Infra4NextGen project has published the third in its series of five data summaries, this time focusing on the Make it Equal theme. The new report, Inequalities in Europe: From Personal Experiences to Policy Preferences, examines how younger Europeans (under 35) perceive and experience inequality compared to older generations.