Transforming Institutional Repositories into Fully Open Science Databases

This workshop explored how institutions can enhance their repositories to align with Open Science principles, particularly green open access, ensuring that research outputs are not only stored but also widely discoverable, interoperable, and reusable. Whether you are developing a repository strategy or looking to optimize an existing system, this workshop provides actionable insights to help your institution bridge the gap between policy and practice in Open Science.

Agenda:

  • Strategies for aligning repositories with institutional and international open-access policies.
  • Case studies from leading institutions successfully leveraging repositories for Open Science.
  • Practical steps to improve repository discoverability, usability, and impact.

What participants learned:

  • Insights into overcoming common repository challenges.
  • Learned from real-world examples of successful Open Science repositories.
  • How to align repository strategies with institutional and global policies.
  • Tools and frameworks to improve repository interoperability and visibility.
  • Actionable strategies to enhance Open Science initiatives at your institution.

 

Expert:

  • Łukasz Wawer, Director of Development and Innovation, PCG Academia