- Wednesday 18 February 2026
- 10:45 - 12:00 EST
- 15:45 - 17:00 BST
Not Just Supporting Information…Starring Data Takes Center Stage
Session Description
Primary research data has moved into the spotlight in scholarly communications. While public trust in the journal's ecosystem is reaching new lows, scholars and policy makers across the political spectrum are calling for 'Gold Standard Science,' defined by transparency, reproducibility, and openness. From funders to editors, everyone's auditioning data for the lead role, demanding it be FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable). Ladies and gentlemen, data is having its viral moment!
This session will pull back the curtain on how different stakeholders in scholarly communication are giving data the full Hollywood treatment. Featuring behind-the-scenes market research revealing the dramatic challenges authors face in their quest to prepare data for its publishing premiere. You'll discover how funders and institutions are rewriting the script to encourage FAIRer and more comprehensible data publication.
Our ensemble cast of panelists will explore the plot twists and opportunities arising as data shares top billing with AI in this new era of research and publishing. Join us for this critically acclaimed session where data finally gets its name in lights!
No intermission, audience participation encouraged!
