Open science

Open science is a movement that advocates for a more open and participatory approach to research. SURF is contributing to this effort through our Innovation Zone: Strengthening Open Science, where we encourage sharing output (e.g. publications, data, and software) at the earliest possible stage and help make them available for reuse.

Open Scholarly Communication

Our Open Scholarly Communication (OSC) roadmap focuses on developing an open, inclusive, and transparent publication infrastructure that supports all forms of scholarly publishing.

We aim to establish systems that adhere to our public values and are open access, fostering knowledge creation while recognizing and rewarding the diverse contributions of researchers, data professionals, and reviewers. This initiative also considers the recent reforms in research assessment, promoting a more equitable and accessible research environment.

SURF contributes to the national perspective on open scholarly communication, promoting and advancing sustainable publication infrastructures. We work closely with research performing organisations and research communities to explore new and innovative platforms, including those with open peer review functionalities, a national repository, and Diamond open access models. By facilitating these efforts, we help researchers engage with open publication systems and explore potential innovations, ultimately advancing the accessibility and impact of scholarly communication.

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CWTS (Centre for Science and Technology Studies)
Conducts research on the dynamics of scientific research, focusing on bibliometrics, science policy, and research impact at Leiden University
CoARA (Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment)
A coalition committed to reforming research assessment practices across Europe to focus on quality and inclusivity in scholarly evaluation
Knowledge Exchange working group on Alternative Publication Platforms
Explores and promotes alternative publishing models that support open science and reduce reliance on traditional journals
KB (Koninklijke Bibliotheek)
The National Library of the Netherlands preserves and provides access to the country’s digital and physical cultural heritage for research and public use
UKB (Dutch Consortium of University Libraries and the National Library of the Netherlands)
A collaboration of Dutch university libraries and the KB, working together to improve access to scholarly information and support open science
SHB (Samenwerkingsverband Hogeschoolbibliotheken)
A network of Dutch university libraries of applied sciences, aiming to enhance information access, digital literacy, and research support across universities of applied sciences