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2023 Edition of the Open Science Fair conference

#OSFAIR2023

CHARTING THE Course:  reimagining open science for next generations

Sept 25-27, 2023 | MADRID, SPAIN

Co-Organised with FECYT, as part of the Spanish Presidency of the Council of the European Union

The conference brought together 400 experts who actively contributed to and participated in:

  • 2 Inspirational keynote speeches provided insights from both global and European perspectives.
  • 3 Panel discussions facilitated debates between experts and the audience.
  • 11 Workshops, 24 lightning talks, 13 demos, and 40 posters showcased the collaborative efforts of the research community.

 


More detailed information below

Participants were enthusiastic in exchanging ideas and practices, sharing concerns, and brainstorming solutions to broaden our horizons and create a global vision of shaping Open Science for future generations.

This year marked the return of the buzzling in-person Fair. To co-organise our flagship event, we joined forces with our National Open Access Desk in Spain (NOAD) and the Spanish Foundation for Science and Technology (FECYT). We also took great pride in having our conference recognised as one of the prominent Open Science events organised under the auspices of the Spanish Presidency of the Council of the European Union.

We spent 3 exciting days discussing all things Open Science, delving into burning questions and hot topics. The agenda covered themes in the realm of research assessment, such as:

  • Artificial Intelligence in Scholarly Communication through Scientific Knowledge Graphs and Large Language Models,
  • Publishing Models and Strategies to Consolidate the Field and Garner Researcher Support
  • Development of Skills for Open Science that Extend Beyond Traditional Career Trajectories and Consider New Forms of Teaching

Highlights from #OSFAIR2023:

  • 2 Inspirational keynote speeches provided insights from both global and European perspectives.
  • 3 Panel discussions facilitated debates between experts and the audience.
  • 11 Workshops, 24 lightning talks, 13 demos, and 40 posters showcased the collaborative efforts of the research community.

Relive the experience, recordings of our plenary sessions are now available on our YouTube channel and you can find all presentations in our dedicated Zenodo community.

We would also like to say a big thank you to all those who participated, we are already looking forward to the next OS Fair in 2025!

Join the #OSFAIR2023 Online


Good news for those unable to join us in person this year for the 4th Open Science Fair! You will be able to tune in and enjoy some selected #OSFAIR2023 sessions online via our YouTube livestream.

Below you can find in detail the sessions that you will be able to join online:

Monday 25 September 2023

9:00 - 9:30 CEST - Opening session

9:30 - 11:30 CEST - Keynote speeches

12:00 - 13:15 CEST - Panel discussion: Transforming Research Assessment for Next Generations

Tuesday 26 September 2023

9:00 - 10:50 CEST - Panel discussion: AI with and for Open Science

Wednesday 27 September 2023

9:00 - 10:30 CEST - Panel discussion: Emerging publishing models

13:30 - 14:00 CEST - Closing session

Livestream links

We have created three separate links that you can use to tune in on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday so that you can follow the sessions mentioned above. 

You can find the links below (*please note that the livestream will only commence at the indicated times)

Monday 25 September Livestream

Tuesday 26 September Livestream

Wednesday 27 September Livestream

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Accommodation

Hotels in the area with discount for the conference.

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  • 1. HOTEL ONLY ATOCHA

    10% discount

    All reservations must be made EXCLUSIVELY through www.onlyyouhotels.com Hotel.
    How to get the discount

    The promotional code is OSFAIR. The code is valid for reservations with arrival between September 24th and September 27th.
    Payment will be made directly at the hotel.
    All customers must provide a credit card as a guarantee at the time of booking.
    Prices may vary depending on hotel occupancy.

    How to get there from Adolfo Suarez Madrid Barajas Airport
    • Taxi: €30. Estimated time: 20 min. Fixed rate
    • Cercanías (local train): €2.60. Estimated time: 25 min. 
      C1 (Route: Airport – Chamartín – Recoletos – Atocha – Príncipe Pío)
      Leaves Terminal T4 floor 1, “Estación Cercanías” (station for local trains).
    • Bus Express Aeropuerto: €5. Estimated time: 40 min
      Frequency: Day service every 15-20 min (from 6 a.m. to 11.30 p.m.)
    • Night service every 35 min (from 11.55 p.m. to 5.35 a.m.)*
      *Night service starts and ends in Cibeles, not Atocha.
    How to get to the Reina Sofía
    It’s a 9-minute walking distance
    How to get to the Ateneo
    20-minute walking distance

    Address: Paseo Infanta Isabel, 13, Madrid

    Telephone: +34 914 09 78 76 E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 2. VP PLAZA ESPAÑA DESIGN

    15% discount

    Hotel 5*
    Location in the center of Madrid. With views of Plaza España and the Royal Palace.
    214 rooms, all with exterior views.
    Parking, Outdoor Pool, Gym, Spa. 
    How to get the discount

    The promotional code is OSFAIR.
    Insert code on the first screen where the padlock icon appears or on the second screen where it says 'promotional code' (Código promocional).

    How to get there from Adolfo Suarez Madrid Barajas Airport
    • Taxi: The journey from the airport takes approximately 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic.
    • Metro: From Barajas Airport: Line 8 to Nuevos Ministerios and change to line 10 to Plaza de España.
    How to get to the Reina Sofía
    It’s a 32-minute walking distance
    Metro: L3 Plaza de España (to Lavapies)
    How to get to the Ateneo
    23-minute walking distance
    Metro: L2 Santo Domingo (to Sevilla)

    Address: Paseo Infanta Isabel, 13, Madrid

    Telephone: +34 914 09 78 76 E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 3. VP JARDÍN DE RECOLETOS

    15% discount

    Hotel 4*
    A few steps from Retiro Park, Puerta de Alcalá, and the National Library of Madrid.
    43 rooms, all with exterior views..
    How to get the discount

    The promotional code is OSFAIR.
    Insert code on the first screen where the padlock icon appears or on the second screen where it says 'promotional code' (Código promocional).

    How to get there from Adolfo Suarez Madrid Barajas Airport
    • Taxi: The journey from the airport takes approximately 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic.
    How to get to the Reina Sofía
    It’s a 32-minute walking distance
    Bus: 14, 27, 37, 45 (16 minutes)
    How to get to the Ateneo
    19-minute walking distance
    Bus: 14, 27, 45 (14 minutes)

    Address: Paseo Infanta Isabel, 13, Madrid

    Telephone: +34 914 09 78 76 E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 4. VP JARDIN METROPOLITANO

    15% discount

    Hotel 4*
    Located near El Corte Inglés of Castellana and the Complutense University. A 15-minute walk from Santiago Bernabeu Stadium.
    102 rooms, all with exterior views. 72 standard rooms with 2 beds.
    How to get the discount

    The promotional code is OSFAIR.
    Insert code on the first screen where the padlock icon appears or on the second screen where it says 'promotional code' (Código promocional).

    How to get there from Adolfo Suarez Madrid Barajas Airport
    • Taxi: The journey from the airport takes approximately 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic.
    How to get to the Reina Sofía
    Bus: 45 (35 minutes)
    Metro L2- L3 (29 minutes)
    How to get to the Ateneo
    Metro: L2 Cuatro Caminos (to Sevilla)

    Address: Paseo Infanta Isabel, 13, Madrid

    Telephone: +34 914 09 78 76 E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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