Schlagwort: ‘RWTH’
NFDI at RWTH – NFDI-MatWerk
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How can research data from the materials sciences and materials engineering be made FAIR and reused over the long term? NFDI-MatWerk addresses this question. In the first post in our series on the consortia from the second round of NFDI funding involving RWTH, we introduce NFDI-MatWerk and highlight the role RWTH plays in it, what was achieved during the first funding phase, and the key objectives for the second funding phase.
Where Should I Store My Research Data? A Decision-Making Guide for RWTH
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At the very latest when research data needs to be stored, archived, or published in a structured manner, an important question arises: Where is the best place to store the data?
At RWTH, various services are available to researchers. At the same time, there are numerous discipline-specific repositories tailored to the needs of individual fields. The right choice depends less on the file format and more on the goal: Will the data be actively used? Does it need to be preserved long-term? Or should it be published and made available for reuse?
ELN@RWTH: Digitizing Research Documentation
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Experiment logs, measurement data, analyses, and notes are part of everyday research life. However, this information is often stored in various locations: in lab notebooks, on network drives, in email attachments, or on personal computers. This can make it difficult to retrieve data, trace workflows, or share information with colleagues.
Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELNs) offer a digital solution to this problem. They enable structured documentation of research processes and help researchers make their work traceable, efficient, and accessible over the long term.
Season’s Greetings From the RDM Team
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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.
Fellowship of the Data Conference in Jena
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In April 2025, the RDM team from RWTH Aachen University traveled to Jena, Thuringia, to actively participate in the international community meeting for research data management trainers and data stewards. We have summarized our impressions and insights for you in a short report.
RDM Network Meeting in April 2025 – Focus on AI Support in Research
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On April 24, 2025, the RDM Network Meeting took place in a new format. On this day, the RDM community at RWTH Aachen University gathered online for a Topic Special on “AI Support in Research.” The two experts Lena Nietzschmann from the RWTH Aachen University Library and Soo-Yon Kim from the Chair of Computer Science 5 (Information Systems & Databases) gave exciting presentations on the latest developments in literature research and data annotation in scientific research.
Research Data Management in Action: CoRDI 2025 at RWTH
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From August 26 to 28, 2025, RWTH Aachen University will host the second Conference on Research Data Infrastructure (CoRDI). The event will bring together stakeholders from academia, infrastructure, and the community to discuss the current state and future of research data management (RDM).
The conference is organized by the National Research Data Infrastructure (NFDI) in close cooperation with RWTH. The venue is the C.A.R.L. lecture hall center, which offers modern facilities and a central location, providing ideal conditions for a lively conference atmosphere.
RDM in Action: CoRDI 2025 at RWTH
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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!
NFDI-MatWerk Spring School in 2025
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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.
The RDM Annual Review 2024
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2024 was another exciting year for research data management (RDM). At RWTH Aachen University and beyond, numerous events, new initiatives and exciting developments have further advanced RDM. It was a year full of innovations, challenges and inspiring encounters. Let’s take a look at the highlights of the past year!
