The benefits of open science

Open science is not just a theoretical concept, it offers tangible benefits for researchers, research institutions and for society as a whole.

Benefits pfor researchers:

• Increased visibility and impact: Open Access publications and open data are more widely cited, reach a wider audience and foster interdisciplinary collaboration

• Improved reproducibility and integrity of research: Transparent methodology and data availability increase the integrity and reliability of scientific results

• More efficiency and innovation: By avoiding duplication and using existing data, researchers can save time and resources, thus freeing up resources for new research and discoveries

• New funding opportunities: Many funders now require or prefer open science practices, so the introduction of open science practices can help to attract funding for new research

Benefits universities and research institutions:

• Demonstrating research excellence and social impact: Introducing and promoting open science practices enhances the reputation of a research institution as a progressive and socially useful institution

• Improved compliance with funders' requirements: Facilitates compliance with funders' open science requirements, thereby facilitating the attraction of research funding

Benefit sfor society as a whole:

• Faster progress on global challenges: Open access to knowledge and data accelerates progress in areas such as public health and environmental protection

• Increased public trust and engagement in science: Openness builds public trust in the scientific process, enabling everyone to better understand and actively participate in research

• Return on public investment in research: As much research is publicly funded, open science ensures that this investment maximises the benefit to society