Will you cover the costs for food and accommodation?
Registration is free and food as well, but accommodation and travel are not covered. However, we do offer a number of travel grants. If you are interested in applying for one, please indicate so in your application.
Can the workshop be counted as doctoral training hours?
We will provide an attestation of attendance to the workshop, so that you can ask your doctoral school for formal hours.
What kind of applicants are you looking for?
You would be a great fit for our workshop if you have the following qualities:
- Research Background in Life Sciences: Since the workshop is targeted at PhD students, postdocs and early career researchers, applicants should have a solid foundation in their respective research field. You should have a good understanding of research methodologies and be actively engaged in scientific inquiry. This workshop is specifically targeted towards applicants from a life sciences background with a focus on neuroscience.
- Enthusiasm for Open Science: A genuine interest in promoting open and transparent scientific practices, especially for the principles of open access, open data, and open collaboration.
- Curiosity and Open-mindedness: Curious and open to learning new concepts and methodologies related to open science and a willingness to challenge traditional research practices and explore alternative approaches.
- Collaboration and Communication Skills: Open science often involves collaboration and sharing of research findings, especially as you may be required to work in interdisciplinary teams and effectively communicate your research to diverse audiences.
- Willingness to Embrace Technological Tools: Open science often utilizes various technological tools and platforms for data sharing, collaboration, and dissemination. An openness to adopting and exploring new technologies to enhance your research practices will make a big difference.
- Interest in Career Development: An interest in career development opportunities and openness to exploring different career paths within and beyond academia. You should see open science as a potential avenue for enhancing your research profile and impact.
- Ethical Awareness: Open science is also about maintaining research integrity and adhering to ethical principles. You should have a strong sense of ethical responsibility and be aware of the potential ethical challenges associated with open science practices.
- Leadership Potential: Show potential for leadership within the open science community. You should be able to advocate for open science principles and inspire others to adopt open research practices.
Is there a code of conduct that I should know about?
Absolutely, we require good conduct from all the participants to ensure the workshop goes smoothly. Please refer to this document for more details.
I still have a few questions…
Please contact osw-bordeaux-neurocampus(at)mailo.com if you have any further request.