The Forum for Open Research in MENA (FORM) is a non-profit membership organisation supporting the advancement of Open Science policies and practices in research communities and institutions across the Arab region.
The Arab states have the resources and capability to play a pivotal role in the global transition towards more accessible, sustainable and inclusive research and education models. We want to support all our research communities and stakeholder groups in the journey towards a more ‘open’ world, by facilitating the exchange of actionable insights and the development of practical policies.
The movement for Open Access (OA) continues to grow, making scholarly research more accessible to academics and the public alike. Open Science initiatives, like those led by OAPEN and the Directory of Open Access Books (DOAB), are paving the way for a more inclusive and
Although we might be running a little bit later than usual, we are now ready to announce our Call for Papers for the 4th Annual Forum for Open Research! This year’s Annual Forum will take place in the UAE, in partnership with the American University of
Regional cooperation lies at the heart of what we do at FORM – bringing together diverse communities, supporting the exchange of ideas, and encouraging the development of new partnerships. That is why we are particularly thrilled to welcome the Arab Council for the Social Sciences
We are thrilled and honoured to officially announce that our Host Partner for the 4th Annual Forum for Open Research will be the American University of Sharjah (AUS), of the UAE. The event will take place from the 20th-23rd of October in Sharjah, at the
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