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Preregistration in academia – Making research more findable and reliable
The Open Science Community Maastricht (OSCM) highlights the value of preregistration in academic research through a dedicated video. Although preregistration Read More

Trials for ROPER iPoll (database) and Borderlex (e-journal)
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Search strategies for Systematic and Scoping Reviews
2 June 2025
During this workshop we will discuss the requirements a search strategy for a systematic or scoping review should meet and ... Read More

Webinar: Qualtrics, rethinking academic research: the role of AI in a modern world
3 June 2025
This session is designed specifically for academic researchers and professionals who are looking to modernise their research approach with the ... Read More