Who owns our knowledge? A data feminist perspective on closed research infrastructure

Presentation for Open Access Week 2025 at University of Ottawa Library This presentation examines how closed bibliometric infrastructures have shaped research assessment and academic reward systems. Drawing on historical and contemporary examples, it traces how dependence on proprietary citation databases has limited transparency, equity, and inclusivity in recognizing research contributions. Builidng on data feminism, this talk argues for a shift toward open, interoperable infrastructures that enable community governance, equitable participation, and responsible use of metrics in evaluating research.