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[:de]Workshop zum Management von Forschungsdaten (FDM II-kompakt)[:]
2024-06-13 09:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Berlin) | Universitätsbibliothek, Templergraben 61, Aachen, Deutschland
This entry is only available in Deutsch. , Einmal jährlich bietet das FDM-Team einen eintägigen Kompakt-Workshop (FDM II-kompakt) vor Ort in der Universitätsbibliothek an. Der Hands-On-Workshop bietet die Chance, anhand von praktischen Übungen und im kollegialen Austausch die Inhalte des Selbstlern-Angebots „Überblick zum Management von Forschungsdaten (FDM I)“ zu vertiefen, die Arbeitsweisen zu reflektieren und ggf. zu optimieren. Es werden neben dem Datenmanagement in der Praxis die Themen Datenmanagementpläne, Dokumentation sowie Archivierung und Publikation von Forschungsdaten behandelt und dabei die an der RWTH genutzten Tools Coscine, RDMO, Git/Gitlab und RWTH Publications vorgestellt.
Die ausführliche Kursbeschreibung und Anmeldeoption finden Sie in der Veranstaltungsdatenbank:
Workshop zum Management von Forschungsdaten (FDM II-kompakt)| 13. Juni 2024 | 9 bis 17:00 Uhr | Universitätsbibliothek (Templergraben 61), Raum 313
Link für Promovierende: https://www.rwth-aachen.de/go/id/mkbr/file/5-61389/ <https://www.rwth-aachen.de/go/id/mkbr/file/5-61389/>
Link für Postdocs & akademischen Mittelbau: https://www.rwth-aachen.de/go/id/mkbr/file/5-61391/ <https://www.rwth-aachen.de/go/id/mkbr/file/5-61391/>

RWTH Young Academics Day 2024
2024-09-05 13:00 - 18:00 | SuperC, Templergraben 57, Aachen, 52062, Deutschland
The RWTH Young Academics Day (YAD) offers doctoral students and young researchers the opportunity to find out about career opportunities and further training options in science on September 5 2024, from 1pm to 6pm.
In addition to “Impulses, Networking & Ice Cream”, the program includes exciting lectures and the “Market place of RWTH Services”, where the RDM team will also be represented again.
The event is aimed at doctoral students, postdocs, research staff and science managers (permanent academic staff).
Further information and the possibility to register can be found on the event page.

[:de]Data Stewardship goes Germany 2024[:en]Data Stewardship goes Germany 2024 [:]
2024-09-11 - 2024-09-12 | SuperC, Templergraben 57, Aachen, 52062, Deutschland
The Data Stewardship goes Germany (DSgG) 2024 workshop offers data stewardship and data management professionals an excellent opportunity for networking and knowledge sharing. The workshop includes exciting presentations, poster sessions and interactive discussions on current topics in data management, security and use.
The aim is to share best practices and highlight new developments in data stewardship. For more information, please visit the event page.

Date and Location

September 11, 2024, 12 noon to 6:15pm in the SuperC of RWTH Aachen University, Generali and Ford Hall, 6th floor, Templergraben 57, 52062 Aachen
September 12, 2024, 9am to 1pm in the SuperC of RWTH Aachen University, Generali and Ford Hall, Templergraben 57, 52062 Aachen

[:de]Online-Workshop FAIRe Daten durch Publikation[:en]Online Workshop FAIR Data Through Publication[:]
2024-09-18 10:00 - 12:00 | digital
The in-depth module for research data management offers you the opportunity to make your research data visible and reusable. Discuss with the RDM team whether your research data is suitable for this and how your data becomes FAR through publication. Register now for the RDM II module and deepen your knowledge of research data management.

What Can You Expect?

Motivation for data publication
Persistent identifiers (DOI, ORCID) and other aspects of FAIR data
Selection of research data worthy of publication (selection)
Publication channels and finding a suitable repository
Preparation of the data in a user-friendly form
Publication process at RWTH Publications

Key Dates & Registration
The online workshop will take place on September 18, 2024 from 10am to 12 noon. You will receive the access link to the event by email at least three days before the start.
Participation in the RDM II module is intended for doctoral candidates and postdocs at RWTH. Please register via the following links:

Registration for Doctoral Candidates
Registration for Postdocs & mid-level academic staff

[:de]FDM-Plattform Coscine - mehr als freie Quote![:en]RDM platform Coscine – more than free quota![:]
2024-11-06 10:00 - 12:00 | digital
Source: Own Illustration
Contemporary research involves conscious research data management (RDM) with the aim of generating high-quality research data and keeping it sustainably (re)usable, i.e. findable, accessible and understandable (FAIR-criteria). The RDM platform Coscine – Collaborative Scientific Integration Environment—supports you in this and helps you meet the requirements of research funders and comply with Good Research Practice.
This event is part of a series of in-depth modules on RDM (FDM II – modular). The basics on RDM are covered by the Moodle course “Research Data Management – an Overview (RDM I – online)”. Please use this course as introduction to RDM.
Learn about the RDM platform Coscine with all its features. Understand how Coscine supports you in making research data FAIR (findable, accessible, interoperable, reusable) and in meeting the expectations of research funders.

[:de]Tag der Forschungsdaten 2024 von Forschungszentrum Jülich & RWTH Aachen[:en]Research Data Day 2024 – Organized by Forschungszentrum Jülich & RWTH Aachen University[:]
2024-11-12 08:30 - 17:00 | Forschungszentrum Jülich, Wilhelm-Johnen-Str. 1, Jülich, Nordrhein-Westfalen, 52428, Deutschland
Source: fdm.nrw
On November 12, 2024, Forschungszentrum Jülich (FZJ) and RWTH Aachen University will host the 4th Day of Research Data in NRW, a full-day event on research data management (RDM) and data science. The morning program will be organized by the state initiative fdm.nrw and broadcast as an online program (in German) in the lecture hall of the PGI. In the afternoon, the focus will be on regional networks under the motto “Successful research networks: growing together with data” (in English). Tools and services in the field of RDM and data science will be presented in interactive and practical sessions. Participants can explore two of the following topics in depth:

De.KCD: Research Data Management in the Cloud
DKZ.2R: Reducing data-related hurdles in research
HDS-LEE: Data-intensive workflows in science
HMC: Organizing software metadata with Somesy and FAIR Python Cookiecutter

The afternoon program ends with a poster session and an open exchange over drinks and pastries, where participants can network and present their own projects. Registration for the event is possible via this link.
Email for queries: data-day@fz-juelich.de

[:de]Grundlagen der Metadaten und Erstellen von Applikationsprofilen für Coscine[:en]Metadata Basics and Creating Application Profiles for Coscine[:]
2024-11-20 10:00 - 12:00 | digital
Source: Own Illustration
Meaningful and machine-readable metadata are a prerequisite for high-quality and sustainable research data that can be used effectively in line with FAIR principles. Without metadata, research data are worthless. Therefore, meaningful and machine-readable metadata are a prerequisite for high-quality and sustainable research data that can be used effectively. Furthermore, they are a core element of FAIR data (findable, accessible, interoperable, reusable).
The research data management platform Coscine allows you to annotate research data with metadata that is suitable for your research. Coscine already provides you with basic application profiles for this purpose. In this workshop, you will learn how to extend these profiles or create your own ones with the help of the Metadata Profile Generator in Coscine.
This event is part of a series of in-depth modules on research data management (FDM II – modular). The basics on research data management are covered by the Moodle course “Überblick zum Management von Forschungsdaten (FDM-I-online)” / “Research Data Management – an Overview (RDM I – online)“. Please use this course as introduction to research data management.

Registration for PhD students: https://www.rwth-aachen.de/go/id/mkbr/file/5-64891/?lidx=1
Registration for postdocs: https://www.rwth-aachen.de/go/id/mkbr/file/5-64893/?lidx=1

[:de]Automatisierte (Meta-)Datenübertragung nach Coscine[:en]Automating (Meta)Data Transfer to Coscine[:]
2024-11-27 09:00 - 13:00 | Universitätsbibliothek, Templergraben 61, Aachen, Deutschland
Source: Own Illustration
If you attended our courses on the research data management platform Coscine and Metadata, you know we need to securely store our data and annotate them with meaningful metadata and that Coscine can help you here. You probably also know doing that by hand can be tedious. Let’s automate it!
In this course, we will use a Jupyter Notebook to create Python script for automated data transfer in a step-by-step process. We will interact with the Coscine projects and resources using the Coscine Python SDK. In the end, you will have the foundations to create your own scripts to automate your data workflows, enabling you to transfer data and metadata from a local computer or server to Coscine.
This event is part of a series of in-depth modules on research data management (RDM II – modular). The basics on research data management are covered by the Moodle course “Überblick zum Management von Forschungsdaten (FDM I-online)” / “Research Data Management – an Overview (RDM I – online)“. Please use this course as introduction to Research Data Management.

Registration for Doctoral Candidates: https://www.rwth-aachen.de/go/id/mkbr/file/5-64895/?lidx=1
Registration for Postdocs and Academic Staff: https://www.rwth-aachen.de/go/id/mkbr/file/5-64893/?lidx=1

Python Workshop
2025-03-17 09:00 - 2025-03-18 17:00 | IT Center RWTH Aachen – Room 302, Kackertstraße 10, Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, 52072, Germany
From March 17 to 18, 2025, from 9am to 5pm each, a practical Python workshop will take place in Aachen, organized by NFDI4Microbiota and the Rhine-Ruhr Center for Scientific Data Literacy (DKZ.2R). This workshop is aimed at PhD students and researchers who want to expand their programming skills. The event provides an introduction to Python 3, including working with variables, data types, pandas for data analysis and Matplotlib for visualizations.
Participants will learn not only programming basics, but also practical applications for their research. The workshop fosters a collaborative learning environment and is open to all interested parties, although members of the DKZ.2R and NFDI4Microbiota consortium have priority registration.
Requirements: Participants must bring a laptop with Mac, Linux or Windows operating system (no tablets or Chromebooks) with administrative privileges and install specific software packages listed here.
You can register here: Link to registration

[:de]Data Competence College des DKZ.2R – Jetzt anmelden![:en]Data Competence College of the DKZ.2R - Register Now![:]
2025-03-26 - 2025-03-28 | IT Center RWTH Aachen, Kopernikusstraße 6, Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, 52074, Germany
Source: DKZ.2R
From March 26 to 28, 2025, the first DKZ.2R Data Competence College will take place at the IT Center of RWTH Aachen University. The event offers young scientists and researchers the opportunity to exchange ideas with data experts and acquire valuable skills in dealing with research data.
You can look forward to exciting keynotes, interactive workshops, individual 1:1 sessions with experts and the opportunity to present your own research work in a poster session.
Registration is possible until March 5, 2025 using the form provided. Secure your place now!
More information about the event can be found on the DKZ.2R website.

NFDI-MatWerk Spring School in 2025
2025-04-08 - 2025-04-10 | IT Center RWTH Aachen – Seminarraum 003, Kopernikusstraße 6, Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, 52074, Germany
Source: NFDI-MatWerk
From April 8 to 10, 2025, the NFDI-MatWerk Spring School will take place at the IT Center in Kopernikusstraße at RWTH Aachen University. Organized by the NFDI-MatWerk consortium in cooperation with renowned partners such as Forschungszentrum Jülich and various RWTH institutes, the event is aimed at doctoral students, postdocs and advanced master’s students in the fields of materials science and engineering.
Participants will gain comprehensive knowledge of digitization solutions and research data management, learn how to effectively organize, store and share data, and exchange ideas with experts.
Registration is open until March 15, 2025, although the number of participants is limited. The “first come, first served” principle applies. Registration for the event is possible via the website of the European School of Materials (EUSMAT). Further information can be found on the RDM blog.

[:de]Coscine-Workshop zu Metadatenprofilen[:en]Coscine Workshop for Metadata Profile Creation[:]
2025-06-06 10:00 - 12:00
Source: Coscine
In this workshop, we will show you how to create metadata profiles in Coscine using the Metadata Profile Generator (AIMS). The workshop will take place online via Zoom in English on June 6, 2025, from 10am to 12pm and builds on the Coscine Basic Workshop.

[:de]Data Café des DKZ.2R[:en]DKZ.2R Data Café[:]
2025-06-24 11:00 - 15:00 | Universitätsbibliothek der RWTH Aachen, Templergraben 61, Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, 52062, Germany
Source: DKZ.2R
On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, the Rhine-Ruhr Center for Scientific Data Literacy (DKZ.2R) invites you to the Data Café at the University Library of RWTH Aachen University from 11am to 3pm. Researchers will have the opportunity to take advantage of individual brief consultations on data-related topics in a relaxed atmosphere – free of charge and without prior registration.
Experts provide advice on questions relating to research data management, high-performance computing and machine learning. Whether you are at the start of a project, have a specific technical question or would like feedback on your data analysis – the Data Café is a low-threshold format for all departments and levels of experience.
Just drop by, grab a coffee and exchange ideas – the DKZ.2R team looks forward to meeting you!
Location and Time

Location: University Library of RWTH Aachen University, Templergraben 61
Date: Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Time: 11am to 3pm

RDM Platform Coscine – More Than Free Quota
2025-08-25 10:00 - 12:00 | digital
Source: Coscine
On 25 August 2025, an online workshop on Coscine will take place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The research data platform supports researchers in managing their data in a structured manner, creating projects and storing data securely – and much more than just storage space.
In the workshop, which is part of the modular advanced training series RDM II, participants will learn in a practical way how they can use Coscine to make research data findable, accessible and sustainable in accordance with the FAIR criteria (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable).
The workshop is aimed at doctoral candidates, postdocs and research assistants who would like to deepen their knowledge of research data management.
Prerequisite is basic knowledge of research data management, which can be acquired, for example, in the Moodle course ‘Research Data Management – an Overview (RDM I – online)’.
Participation is free of charge. Registration is via the RWTH Single Sign-On or externally. The access link will be sent by email approximately three days before the event begins.
Accessibility is guaranteed. If you require assistance, please contact veranstaltungsmanagementpe@rwth-aachen.de.
Further information about the event can be found on the RDM website of RWTH Aachen University.

[:de]DALIA Satellite Meeting @CoRDI2025 – Data Literacy im Fokus[:en]DALIA Satellite Meeting @CoRDI2025 – Focus On Data Literacy[:]
2025-08-25 10:00 - 20:00 | Seminarraum 202, Gebäude 2020, Institut für Anorganische Chemie der RWTH Aachen, Landoltweg 1a, Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, 52074, Germany
Source: Nationale Forschungsdateninfrastruktur
On 25 August 2025, a satellite networking event organised by the DALIA project will take place in Aachen as part of CoRDI 2025. The event will address key issues relating to data literacy in research and teaching, focusing on data standards, training platforms, community building and FAIR-oriented training formats.
The meeting will take place on site in seminar room 202 of building 2020 at the Institute of Inorganic Chemistry at RWTH Aachen University. Participation is free of charge and includes a lunch buffet, dinner, coffee breaks and networking opportunities.
The event will start at 10 am. with a welcome coffee. The programme will end at around 8 pm.
Registration is required by 11 August 2025. The password ‘DALIA25’ is required to access the registration form. Further information on the event can be found on the DALIA project website.

[:de]FDM in Aktion: CoRDI 2025 an der RWTH[:en]RDM in Action: CoRDI 2025 at RWTH[:]
2025-08-26 - 2025-08-28 | RWTH Aachen C.A.R.L. Hörsaalzentrum, Claßenstraße 11, Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, 52072, Germany
Source: Freepik
From August 26 to 28, 2025, the second Conference on Research Data Infrastructure (CoRDI) will take place at RWTH Aachen University. The conference brings together experts from science, infrastructure, and the community to discuss key issues and the future of research data management (RDM). The conference is organized by the National Research Data Infrastructure (NFDI) in cooperation with RWTH.
In the C.A.R.L. lecture hall center, participants can expect a varied program with eight thematic focal points that highlight both disciplinary and interdisciplinary perspectives. In addition to specialist presentations and discussions, a “market of opportunities” will provide an opportunity to exchange ideas about projects, tools, and initiatives.
Registration for CoRDI 2025 will open shortly. All information about the program and registration will be available soon on the official NFDI event page.
We look forward to welcoming you to Aachen in August 2025!

[:de]Zweite Base4NFDI User Conference[:en]Second Base4NFDI User Conference[:]
2025-08-28 13:30 - 2025-08-29 15:45 | RWTH Aachen C.A.R.L. Hörsaalzentrum, Claßenstraße 11, Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, 52072, Germany
Source: base4nfdi
Following CoRDI 2025, Base4NFDI invites you to the second Base4NFDI User Conference (UC4B2025) in Aachen from 28 to 29 August 2025.
The aim of the event is to strengthen the exchange between base services, consortia and international experts on the development of joint NFDI infrastructures.
The conference will address issues relating to the technical and organisational implementation of base services in the NFDI and provide a forum for discussions on sustainable research data management, international cooperation and the practical implementation of services in the consortia.
The programme is divided into three parts:

a Base4NFDI slot at CoRDI at RWTH C.A.R.L. (Claßenstraße 11, 52072 Aachen)
a panel discussion with evening reception at Forum M (Buchkremerstraße 1-7, 52062 Aachen) and
a focus day on basic services at the Werkzeugmaschinenlabor (WZL) (Steinbachstraße 19, 52074 Aachen).

The venues are accessible for people with disabilities. Participants who require assistance can contact the organisers directly.
Participation is free of charge. However, prior registration is required. Further information and registration details can be found on the event page.

[:de]FDM-Netzwerktreffen im Januar 2026: Data Mesh in den Ingenieurwissenschaften[:en]RDM Network Meeting in January 2026: Data Mesh in the Engineering Sciences[:]
2026-01-22 10:00 - 11:30 | digital
Source: Own Illustration
On January 22, 2026, the RDM Network at RWTH Aachen University cordially invites you to the first network meeting of 2026. The event will take place online via Zoom and will begin at 10am.
At this meeting, Mario Moser (WZL / NFDI4Ing) will present the concept of “Data Mesh for RDM in the Engineering Sciences.” The focus will be on how a data-oriented infrastructure can be designed in the engineering sciences to make it easier to share, access, and reuse data. Afterwards, there will be an opportunity for interactive exchange with the community.

Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
Time: 10am – 11:30am
Location: Online (Zoom)
Registration: via Zoom

The RDM network meeting is aimed at researchers, data stewards, those interested in RDM, and anyone involved in research data management.
Take advantage of this opportunity to gather new ideas for your research data management, network with colleagues, and ask experts questions directly. We look forward to a lively exchange and exciting discussions!

FDM-Werkstatt 2026
2026-03-23 - 2026-03-25
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The English-language FDM-Werkstatt will take place in Düsseldorf from March 23 to 25, 2026. The community format is dedicated to practical Research Data Management tools and is aimed at researchers, data stewards, and anyone else who is interested, regardless of their level of experience.
The focus is on interactive hands-on sessions in which various applications are tried out and discussed together. The program covers topics ranging from data management planning and documentation to analysis and collaborative working methods within the RDM community.
RWTH Aachen University will also be represented with several contributions. Among other things, Coscine, RDMO, ROOT Tools, and Python-based workflows will be presented. In addition, RWTH staff will present a contribution on knowledge exchange and peer-to-peer structures within the community.
The event offers the opportunity to gain practical experience with RDM tools, network with other institutions, and gain new inspiration for your own work context. Registration is open until February 27, 2026. Further information on the program can be found at fdm.nrw.
