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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · 5h

🔓 ERA Exchange on Overcoming Barriers in #OpenAccess Publishing

📍 Warsaw (Staszic Palace) • 🗓️ 28 Oct 2025, 10:00–16:00 CET

We’ll tackle equity & funding, sustainable models, discoverability & interoperability, and rights/assessment alignment.

🔗 Details & register: bit.ly/4o3qHCi
#ERA #DiamondOA

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · 2d

‪💡How to recognize a good research?

EU high-level conference on reforming research assessment
@ec.europa.eu emphasizing the urgent need to redesign research evaluation systems.

📍Copenhagen
📆December 3-4, 2025
🖇️ www.cerra.aau.dk

#ERA #EuropeanCommission #EUResearch #Assessment

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · 6d

🔍 Strengthening ERA through Connection & Collaboration

🤝Today and yesterday, #INSPIRINGERA joined
✅ #WIDERA Feedback to Policy Workshop
✅ #ERAForum in Brussels

connecting with projects like @gendersafe-eu.bsky.social and @ip4os.eu, and highlighting how we help translate #ERAPolicy into practice.

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · 8d

🔵 INSPIRING ERA in Brussels!

This week, #INSPIRINGERA is present at two important meetings:
✅ ERA Forum
✅ WIDERA Feedback to Policy Workshop

We look forward to engaging with Member States and partners, creating synergies, and connecting national communities more closely to #ERA priorities!

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · 9d

🤖 How is AI transforming scientific discovery in Europe?

Join the AI in Science Summit 2025 for the launch of RAISE, a new @ec.europa.eu initiative on AI-powered science.

📍 Copenhagen | 🗓️ 3–4 November 2025
🔗 Register, submit a poster, or become a partner: www.ais25.eu

#AI #ERA #AIS25 #EUResearch

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · 14d

🎙️ How can we strengthen #ScienceCommunication across Europe?

Nine countries gathered in Madrid today for a MLE on SciComm hosted by @scicommcentre.eu.

🤝 INSPIRING ERA joined as an observer to share insights on how SciComm connects with ERA policy.

🌐 learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4nTfuEx
🔗 scicommcentre.eu

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · 15d

📢 Strengthening Research Management in Europe

📆 Join the RM Framework Outreach Event on 22 Oct in Budapest!

Discover the RM Training Handbook & share your perspective on ERA Action 17.

📝 Register: bit.ly/429iJzb
🔗 Join the LinkedIn event: bit.ly/3IAlKBP

#ResearchManagement #ERA #CapacityBuilding

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · 26d

🌍 Join us online for the next INSPIRING ERA Exchange on Equality Monitoring Frameworks at National and EU Levels
🗓️ 29 Oct 2025 | 09:30–12:30 CET
📍 Online
Explore gender equality, intersectionality & inclusiveness across ERA.
🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/41LTnHp
🔗 Register: bit.ly/4mjwZMV
#EqualityInResearch

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Sep 8

📢 Last chance to provide your evidence for the upcoming ERA Act!
The EC’s Call for Evidence closes 10 Sept. Have your say on future EU R&I law: investment targets, careers, academic freedom & more.
🌐 Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4pdAZRL
📋 Share your thoughts ➡️ bit.ly/4nl1h2P
#ERAAct #R&D #PublicConsultation

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Sep 5

🔎 How can academia & industry collaborate better?

📅 Join the UnILiON Open Talk on the EU Code of Practice for Industry-Academia Co-Creation on 9 September in Brussels.

🔗 Learn more ➡️ www.inspiring-era.eu/event/unilio...

#KnowledgeValorisation #ERA #ResearchImpact #UniversityIndustryCollaboration

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Sep 5

🔎 Explore What’s Next for European R&I!

🗓️ The European Research and Innovation Days 2025 will take place on 16–17 September in Brussels.

Join the EU’s flagship event on the future of research and innovation!

🔗 Learn more ➡️ www.inspiring-era.eu/event/europe...

#RIdaysEU #EUResearch #ERA #FP10

www.inspiring-era.eu

INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Aug 25

🟣 INSPIRING ERA Conference Success Stories pt.6️⃣ 🟣

🚀 The 2nd Implementation Project for the ERIC Forum (Horizon Europe, since Sept 2023) boosts ERICs’ role in the ERA.

Goals: impact data, best practices, sustainability, + a strong unified voice for ERICs in Europe.

🔗 shorturl.at/0NUxS

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Aug 15

Have your say on the upcoming ERA Act! The feedback period runs from 6 Aug to 10 Sep (midnight Brussels). Help shape EU R&D, boost innovation, and reach the 3% GDP goal.

Share expertise on funding, knowledge, and talent for a competitive Europe. #ERAAct #EUInnovation

🔗 shorturl.at/MQLMp

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Aug 13

📚 A New Copyright Framework for Research in the EU?

Read the opinion of the ECS calling for a research-friendly EU copyright reform → bit.ly/4mu9RLY
💡 Summary → bit.ly/4mvKwkS

📌 It echoes the core themes our recent IEE on EU copyright & data access rights. 🔗 The event materials → bit.ly/3Ui2sne

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Aug 8

🔍 The European Commission is calling for experts to join its new AI Scientific Panel.
From lab to legislation, use your expertise to influence how AI takes shape in Europe—where it matters most. 🧪🏛️
🔗 Apply by 14 September 2025
📄 More details ➡️ bit.ly/4lepJRS
📢 Official news post ➡️ bit.ly/4onZLy8

bit.ly

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Jul 21

🟣The INSPIRING ERA Exchange in Paris gathered European experts on open science, copyright, and data in the age of AI. 🟣

🌍Discussions covered copyright exceptions harmonization, institutional support for researchers, GDPR best practices, and research security.

👉More: lnkd.in/ei2VK-Gp

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Jul 16

🟣 Europe is boosting research careers! A new Council Recommendation & Researcher Charter aim to attract & retain talent. A Mutual Learning Exercise helps countries share best practices in recruitment, skills, mobility & more.

🔗 bit.ly/40YqU0q

#INSPIRINGERA #ResearchCareers

INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Jul 11

🟣 Have your say on Europe’s 2026-2030 Gender Equality Strategy! Focus: equal access, closing gender gaps, stronger protections. Feedback open until 11 Aug 2025.

Share your views & help build a fairer future!

Details: www.inspiring-era.eu/public-consu...

Feedback: ec.europa.eu/info/law/bet...

INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Jul 7

🟣 Save your spot. Only 2 days left! 🟣

Register here: bit.ly/45VdVjt
🗓️ 9 July 2025 / 10h30-15h00
📍 Paris - Bibliothèque Polonaise de Paris: 6, Quai d'Orléans, 75004 Paris

INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Jun 12

📣 Save the date!

INSPIRING ERA Exchange on EU Copyright Rules and Data Access Rights for Research in the Age of AI

🗓️ 9 July 2025 / 10:30-15:00 CEST
📍 Bibliothèque Polonaise de Paris, 6, Quai d'Orléans, 75004 Paris
❗ in-person only

Learn more here 👉 bit.ly/4mUFjEt
Register here 👉 bit.ly/45VdVjt

INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Jun 30

📢 Join the INSPIRING ERA Exchange on EU Copyright & Data Access Rights for Research in the Age of AI!
📍Paris, 9 July 2025 | 🧠 Insights on law, AI & research
🎤 Experts from EC, KU Leuven, COMMUNIA & more
🔗 Agenda: bit.ly/3Gpgpw3
📝 Register: bit.ly/3Gph0Oj
#OpenScience #AI #EUlaw #ERAExchange

INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Jun 27

🚀 Just Launched: INSPIRING ERA Factsheet #2 on Research Careers!

Factsheet:
✅ Highlights key concepts in #researchcareer development
✅ Showcases a wide range of #policymeasures
✅ Aims to build more attractive, inclusive & sustainable #careerpathways for researchers

Explore & share: bit.ly/45GT4jZ

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Jun 20

Strategic reflections: INSPIRING ERA gathers in Vilnius! 💡

Reflecting on achievements, shaping next steps, boosting community building & cooperation with other ERA initiatives. Big thanks to all partners for the great discussions and commitment. Exciting months ahead!
#EUResearchArea #R&I #Impact

INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Jun 12

📣 Save the date!

INSPIRING ERA Exchange on EU Copyright Rules and Data Access Rights for Research in the Age of AI

🗓️ 9 July 2025 / 10:30-15:00 CEST
📍 Bibliothèque Polonaise de Paris, 6, Quai d'Orléans, 75004 Paris
❗ in-person only

Learn more here 👉 bit.ly/4mUFjEt
Register here 👉 bit.ly/45VdVjt

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INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Jun 11

🟣 On May 19, INSPIRING ERA & IP4OS revealed a game-changer: Secondary Publication Rights! 💥 250+ joined us to explore how SPRs make research more accessible.

Experts from EC & academia unpacked what they are & why we need EU-wide reform.

🔓 Unlock science—one right at a time.
📽️ More: bit.ly/3HDI3Wz

INSPIRING ERA @inspiringera.bsky.social · Jun 9

INSPIRING ERA Conference Exhibition of Success Stories,pt. 4️⃣

DIOSI is revolutionizing science!🚀Cited in the ERA report as a top example for Open Science & gender equality,it sets new standards for fair,skills-based research. The future is equal and innovative!
More: diosi.eu

#INSPIRINGERA #DIOSI