Advancing Research Transparency: Open Data and Open Contributorship at BINUS University

BINUS University hosted the first batch of the Open Data and Open Contributorship socialization event on February 12, 2025, and February 26, 2025, at Binus @Kemanggisan, Kampus Anggrek. The session featured two distinguished speakers: Prof. Dr. Juneman Abraham, Vice Rector of Research and Technology Transfer (RTT), and Dr. Syauqi Abdurrahman Abrori, International Section Head of RTT. This event aimed to enhance researchers’ understanding of Open Data and Open Contributorship, emphasizing their significance in fostering transparency, collaboration, and the broader dissemination of scholarly work.

The discussion highlighted the benefits of Open Data in research, including increased transparency and improved interdisciplinary collaboration. Participants were introduced to the concept of Open Contributorship, which ensures proper recognition of diverse research contributions while enhancing research impact and reach. Additionally, the event addressed the challenges of data-sharing, focusing on strategies to maintain data integrity and accessibility. Researchers were encouraged to adopt ethical and standardized practices in managing and sharing data.

A key aspect of the session was the role of repositories in storing and distributing open data. The speakers provided insights into leveraging repositories to facilitate broader knowledge dissemination and engagement with the academic community. By implementing Open Data and Open Contributorship principles, researchers can contribute to a more transparent and inclusive research ecosystem. The event underscored the university’s commitment to fostering a research culture that prioritizes openness, integrity, and innovation.

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