Open Science Explained - A PSDI Webinar

The Physical Sciences Data Infrastructure (PSDI) aims to accelerate research in the physical sciences by providing a data infrastructure that brings together and builds upon the various data systems researchers currently use. Our webinar series provide updates on our exploratory pathfinder work, and on relevant tools and technologies that have been developed by members of our community. This presentation was presented at the Open Science webinar presented by Dr Cerys Willoughby on 29th May 2025. The recording of this webinar is available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IyGiWXW86FM Abstract: This webinar provided an introduction to Open Science, a game-changer for researchers and society at large – if only we could persuade the science community to engage. The session explored the core principles of Open Science, highlighting the role of infrastructures like PSDI in driving progress. We explored how Open Science promoted accessibility, ensuring that research was available not just to scientists but to everyone, fostering transparency, collaboration, and meaningful discussions on critical issues. The webinar showcased successful examples of Open Science in action and examined its impact. Additionally, we discussed practical steps for making science more open, including the significance of FAIR principles. Finally, we identified key stakeholders and explored ways to cultivate a collaborative research culture. For easy previewing you can use the pdf file, however, not all elements can be displayed in this so a powerpoint file is included as an alternative.