2023

After participating in the third session of the negotiations for the Global Plastics Treaty, Lin Boynton shares the complex dynamics of these negotiations and the broader plastic crisis. From the limitations of recycling to the disproportionate impact on low- and middle-income countries, she uncovers critical aspects largely ignored during the negotiations, urging scientists to speak up during this pivotal process.

Are you wondering why anyone should be interested in your data beyond your project? Do you want to know how to satisfy publisher policies for sharing your data in the process of submitting your scientific article? In this joint webinar with the Public Library of Science (PLOS) we will introduce you to a workflow for sharing data openly. You will learn about the importance of open data and the tangible benefits of sharing.          

By Prof. Elizabeth Tilley: Academic publishing needs a complete overhaul to make it less elite and biased. But until we see a revolution at a grand scale, we must focus on the power we have as ethical reviewers to revolutionize a system that is no longer fit for purpose. 

By Dr. Jakub Tkaczuk: Work in higher education is about learning. Is there a better way to learn than travel?

Are you connected to the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sector and seeking to empower yourself with cutting-edge data skills? Then, the openwashdata academy is for you.