Responsible Research in Action Unconference to Address Systemic Challenges in Berlin
The Responsible Research in Action Unconference, scheduled for September 22–24, 2025, in Berlin, aims to tackle systemic challenges in modern research practices. Organized by PLOS and an international program committee, this event diverges from traditional conferences by emphasizing informal exchange, collaboration, and peer-driven problem-solving among researchers, funders, publishers, institutional leaders, and patient representatives. The unconference focuses on ten selected projects addressing three major themes: improving reproducibility through checklists and guidelines, reforming research assessment to align incentives with value-based evaluation, and enhancing research culture via interactive design-thinking workshops. Participants will co-create actionable solutions and roadmaps, such as implementing Science Europe’s vision for better research cultures. The event encourages breaking down silos to foster a more transparent, inclusive, and effective research ecosystem. Attendees will engage in working sessions and networking opportunities, including a dinner at Berlin’s Natural History Museum, to build shared ownership and mutual understanding. Registration is currently open for stakeholders committed to driving lasting change in the global research landscape.
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Responsible Research in Action Unconference to Address Systemic Challenges in Berlin
The Responsible Research in Action Unconference, scheduled for September 22–24, 2025, in Berlin, aims to tackle systemic challenges in modern research practices. Organized by PLOS and an international program committee, this event diverges from traditional conferences by emphasizing informal exchange, collaboration, and peer-driven problem-solving among researchers, funders, publishers, institutional leaders, and patient representatives. The unconference focuses on ten selected projects addressing three major themes: improving reproducibility through checklists and guidelines, reforming research assessment to align incentives with value-based evaluation, and enhancing research culture via interactive design-thinking workshops. Participants will co-create actionable solutions and roadmaps, such as implementing Science Europe’s vision for better research cultures. The event encourages breaking down silos to foster a more transparent, inclusive, and effective research ecosystem. Attendees will engage in working sessions and networking opportunities, including a dinner at Berlin’s Natural History Museum, to build shared ownership and mutual understanding. Registration is currently open for stakeholders committed to driving lasting change in the global research landscape.
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