Trusted data propels trusted science. From crafting data management plans to using software, Earth scientists can create change that makes research more accessible and reproducible. The Open Science & Data Help Desk connects Earth science researchers and data experts – bring your questions and join us at EGU26 in the Exhibition Hall X2 at #X207!
The Open Science & Data Help Desk features resources that can help you make your data and software FAIRer and more open and the scientific process more transparent. The UNESCO definition of open science includes open knowledge, open engagement and dialogue, and open communications. This year, we take these recommendations up through the daily ‘featured demonstration hour’ from 12:45 to 13:45, where you can learn about different aspects of trusted data and open science from a range of experts and discuss them with us.
The Open Science & Data Help Desk is a program of the Earth Science Information Partners (ESIP), EGU, and American Geophysical Union (AGU). Volunteer experts from the Earth science informatics community will be on hand to share knowledge, tools, and workflows. They can answer questions, such as:
- How do I make my science and my data open?
- Where do I start with a data management plan?
- How do I manage and archive large datasets or model data?
- What is FAIR?
- How do I assess the risk level of a dataset?
- …and many more…
When: 4 – 8 May 2026 during the EGU26 General Assembly
Where: Onsite in the Exhibition Hall X2 at Booth #X207 and online.
What: See on-site schedule and find out more about the EGU26 Open Science & Data Help Desk here.
The onsite Open Science & Data Help Desk (X2 booth #X207)
- Join us for the daily ‘featured demonstration hour’ from 12:45 to 13:45.
- Visit any time during EGU26 to ask us questions and discuss practices
The virtual Open Science & Data Help Desk:
For ten years, the Open Science & Data Help Desk has been held at Earth, space, environmental sciences meetings including annual meetings of the AGU, the Ecological Society of America, the EGU General Assemblies, and more. The event at #EGU26 provides another exciting opportunity for you to jump in, ask questions and discuss data and software skills and open science practices!
Looking for resources now? Why not check out the Open Science & Data Help Desk’s recommended video playlist on our YouTube channel!
