Libraries as Enablers of Open Science
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In this presentation to the LIBSENSE Open Science Symposium, Prof. Miriam Conteh (LIBSENSE Coordinator & Deputy Vice-Chancellor, IPAM, University of Sierra Leone) proposed and expatiated on the vital roles of libraries and librarians in advancing open science in Africa and especially Sierra Leone.
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Strengthening National Systems – Innovating with Openness
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Prof. Osman Sankoh (COR, UNIMTECH, Kissy Dockyard, Freetown) addressed the LIBSENSE Open Science Symposium - Sierra Leone titled 'Strengthening National Systems – Innovating with Openness'.
In his speech, he outlines two assumptions: that "national systems" refer to the infrastructure enabling open science and that "innovating with openness" involves using open science for innovation within these systems. He underscores the shift toward open science, which fosters inclusivity and involves transparent access to data, methodologies, and findings.
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Research Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange in the Age of Open Science (Embracing New Paradigms)
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Rashid Ansumana, PhD - the Dean, School of Community Health Sciences, Njala University, presented on the 'Research Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange in the Age of Open Science (Embracing New Paradigms)'. His presentation centred on how research collaboration has journeyed to today and where it is heading. He presented at the LIBSENSE Open Science Symposium - Sierra Leone
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UNESCO Recommendation on Open Science
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Dr Mohammed Combo Kamanda, Secretary General of the UNESCO National Commission for Sierra Leone discussed the essential parts of the UNESCO Recommendation on Open Science with the participants of the LIBSENSE Open Science Symposium - Sierra Leone
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Open Data Policy Process
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Speech Delivered at the Sierra Leone Open Science Symposium on the topic: Open Data Policy Process
Ms. Yeama Sarah Thompson – Founder and Executive Director, Initiatives for Media Development (IMdev)
LIBSENSE Open Science Symposium - Sierra Leone Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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Validation of the Needs Assessment for Open Data and Knowledge Repository
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This is the synopsis of the Workshop organised by LIBSENSE and RUFORUM on the sidelines of the RUFORUM AGM 2022 in Harare. The aim of this session is to showcase of open science services to RUFORUM community.
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Understanding Open Science & Research Data Management
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The document contains the synopsis of the webinar organised by LIBSENSE and RUFORUM as part of plans to enhance the understanding of the agriculture research community on key concepts related to open science and research data management which underpin the LIBSENSE-RUFORUM needs assessment survey.
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UNESCO Recommendations on Open Science
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Dr. Martiale Zebaze Kana of the UNESCO Regional Office for Southern Africa shared on the cradle, highlights, values and principles of open science.
Towards Open Access and Open Science: The role of Botswana Library and Information Centres in BotsREN
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Iryna Kuchma, the Open Access Programme Manager shared this presentation at the LIBSENSE Open Science Symposium in Botswana. The thrust of the presentation was on the diverse roles of library stakeholders in advancing open access and open science in the Botswana
Open Science: What Next?
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Dr Kostas Glinos, a science and technology policy expert's presentation was on open science has revolutionalise the study of science. He also shared on the future of open science and how local and international stakeholders can help to advance open science.
LIBSENSE Open Science Workshop in Tunis
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This is the agenda for the LIBSENSE Open Science Workshop in Tunis in November 2022.
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The Value of Open Science to Early Career Researchers
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This presentation by Dr. Tom Tagoe centred on the aspect of open science that is most relevant to early career researchers and how this aspect help to meet their research needs.
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