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RDM Network Meeting in January 2026: Data Mesh in the Engineering Sciences
Source: RDM Team RWTH Aachen University
The first RDM network meeting of the year will take place online on January 22, 2026. We are particularly pleased to welcome Mario Moser from WZL / NFDI4Ing, who will give us exciting insights into research on data infrastructure in his presentation “Data Mesh for RDM in the Engineering Sciences.”
The RDM Annual Review 2025
Source: Myriams-Fotos on Pixabay
2025 was another eventful year for research data management (RDM). At RWTH Aachen University and beyond, numerous events, new formats, and strategic developments shaped everyday life in RDM. Intensive exchange within the community, practical insights, and important milestones made 2025 a year full of momentum for a sustainable and FAIR-oriented data culture. Let’s take a look at the highlights of the past year.
Season’s Greetings From the RDM Team
Source: Own Illustration
The year is drawing to a close, providing a good opportunity to pause for a moment.
The RDM team at RWTH Aachen University wishes you a Merry Christmas, relaxing holidays, and a good start to a healthy and successful New Year.
FAIRplay in Practice: Data-Driven Innovation at Forschungszentrum Jülich
Source: RDM Team RWTH Aachen University
To celebrate NRW Research Data Day (TdF) on November 18, 2025, we would like to give you a sneak preview of our “RDM Practice” and “RDM Services” arenas. Today, on Research Data Management (FDM) Action Day, it is time to boldly enter these arenas. This article provides an overview of the poster contribution “Data-driven innovation at Forschungszentrum Jülich” by Janne Philine Krahlheer.
Take part in TdF, engage in dialogue with the contributors, and take advantage of the opportunity to network with other RDM enthusiasts!
FAIRplay in Practice – Base4NFDI
Source: RDM Team RWTH Aachen University
On the occasion of Research Data Day in North Rhine-Westphalia (TdF) on November 18, 2025, we would like to give you a preview of our “RDM Practice” and “RDM Services” arenas. These are worth venturing into on Research Data Management (RDM) Day. This article provides an overview of the poster contribution “Playing FAIR with Base4NFDI – Scoring Across Scientific Disciplines” by Base4NFDI. Join us on TdF, engage in dialogue with the contributors and enjoy networking opportunities with other RDM enthusiasts!
FAIRplay in Practice – FAIRmat and NOMAD
Source: RDM Team RWTH Aachen University
To celebrate NRW Research Data Day (TdF) on November 18, 2025, we would like to give you a sneak preview of our “RDM Practice” and “RDM Services” arenas. These are well worth exploring on Research Data Management (RDM) Action Day. This article provides an overview of the contribution on Research Data Management with FAIRmat and NOMAD. Join us on TdF, engage in dialogue with the contributors and enjoy networking opportunities with other RDM enthusiasts!
Third Advanced User Meeting of Coscine.nrw
Research data management faces the challenge of designing effective and user-friendly processes that meet the needs of different disciplines. How can the requirements in Coscine for storage space requests in the Coscine JARDS review process be optimized to ensure both quality and efficiency? This is precisely where the third user meeting of Coscine.nrw comes in. In this follow-up report, we summarize the most important topics and results of the meeting and provide insights into the discussions, group work, and future steps to improve the range of services.
Data Competence College II: A Space for Knowledge Exchange and Innovation
Source: DKZ.2R
From November 24 to 26, 2025 the second Data Competence College, organized by the Rhine-Ruhr Center for Scientific Data Competence (DKZ.2R), will be held at the IT Center of RWTH Aachen University. Drawing inspiration from renowned institutions such as the Wissenschaftskolleg in Berlin and the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, the DKZ.2R team has invited two leading data competence experts to share their insights.
AIMS 2 – Interoperable Metadata in Research Data Management
Source: AIMS
Metadata is the backbone of research data management (RDM). It makes data discoverable, understandable, and reusable. But how can metadata be designed in such a way that it is both interoperable across disciplines and practical for use in specific disciplines? This is precisely where the DFG-funded project AIMS 2 (Applying Interoperable Metadata Standards) comes in. In this blog post, we take a closer look at the project and provide insights into its goals and priorities as well as the people involved.
ELN@RWTH: eLabFTW on Its Way to Becoming a Standard
Source: Own illustration
Research data is the foundation of modern science, and its careful documentation is crucial for traceability and reusability. However, traditional paper lab books have their limitations. Electronic lab notebooks (ELNs) offer a digital alternative that simplifies work processes and makes research data available in the long term.
In 2024, RWTH Aachen University launched a pilot phase with the open-source system eLabFTW. Now an important milestone is approaching: on October 1, 2025, the ELN@RWTH service will officially go into regular operation – a reason to celebrate!
