Benefits of Open Science #

For Researchers #

Increased Citations and Visibility: Open access publications and data lead to higher citation rates and greater visibility among both the academic community and the public.

Faster Impact: Preprints and open data allow for quicker dissemination of results, speeding up the research process and ensuring faster recognition of your work.

Collaborative Opportunities: Sharing data and research openly invites collaborations from other researchers, fostering new opportunities for joint projects and interdisciplinary research.

For ICArEHB #

Institutional Reputation: By leading the adoption of Open Science, ICArEHB positions itself as a forward-thinking and transparent research institution, enhancing its global reputation.

Funding Opportunities: Many funding agencies, including the European Union, are increasingly prioritizing Open Science practices. ICArEHB’s commitment to Open Science aligns with these priorities, improving our competitiveness for research funding.

Capacity Building: Open Science promotes a culture of continuous learning and improvement, where researchers are encouraged to share knowledge, tools, and resources with one another, contributing to the overall growth of the center.

For the Public #

Access to Knowledge: Open Science makes our research accessible to a global audience, including policymakers, educators, and the public. This ensures that ICArEHB’s discoveries can have real-world impacts beyond academia.

Public Engagement: Open Science encourages citizen science and public participation in research, promoting greater engagement with archaeology and heritage. By sharing our data and methods, we empower communities to take part in preserving and understanding their cultural heritage.