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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 44m

Joyce Kao & Heidi Seibold were in Athens for the REWIRE kick-off- a EU-funded project making reproducible research a reality across Europe. And they found time for a photoshoot in the artistic lanes of Athens. This is DRA.

Digital
Research
Academy
QUALITY
TRAINING
FOR QUALITY RESEARCH
Open Science
Data Literacy
Research Software Engineering
Research
people

A FIELD STUDY
IN CoLLABoRAtiON
CURIOSITY AND questionable
BEHAVIOUR.

"Serious about research
Less so about everything else."
laboration
also involves
conflict
resolution
Research
no business.
Fig. 02 Knowledge transfer
adaptability and mutual support.

Trusted Partners in Crime
"Science works
better together."
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Research impact
Increased energy levels observed when access to knowledge is open
OPEN
PEOPLE
BETTER
RESEARCH
"Higher education
should feel like this."
Openness
Integrity
Equity
Exploration
Collective Benefit
At the Digital Kesearch Academy we build che skills. connidence and community to make research more open

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 21h

Meet Dr Ilona Lipp, trainer for our Responsible AI workshop! 6 Nov | 13:00–17:00 CET | Online Explore AI agents, test ChatGPT Work & Claude Cowork, and learn how to use AI while keeping research integrity in focus. €155 | No coding needed Register now: buff.ly/Y9lcvir

Title: Meet Your Trainer
Name: Dr. Ilona Lipp
My Background:
Role: Neuroscientist, Psychologist & Trainer
Current: Open Science Officer, Leipzig University & Freelance Trainer
Research: 10+ years brain research in Austria, UK & Germany
Industry: Data Scientist, neural network development
Expertise: Technical AI skills, Research Integrity, Coaching & Mediation
My Approach:
I support researchers and research institutions to do the best possible research- with excellence and integrity. I combine a broad view of the science system, deep technical understanding of AI and scientific programming, and a strong background in psychology, coaching and didactics.
Did you know:
I have worked with 19+ institutions across Europe
I speak German and English
I am certified as a coach, mediator and interactive didactics trainer
I trained neural networks in my own research
I believe responsible AI can make research better, not just faster

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

New DRA workshop: RESPONSIBLE AI - Boosting Research Productivity with Artificial Intelligence 6 November 2026, 13:00–17:00 CET Online, Price: 155€ (incl. MwSt.) Explore AI agents like ChatGPT Work and Claude CoWork, plus practical prompts. Register here: buff.ly/Y9lcvir

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Become a Research Trainer with DRA! Train-the-Trainer #9 is fully online! Learn evidence-based teaching, practise delivering sessions, get peer feedback & publish open-access training materials. Nov 2026–Mar 2027 Free for prospective trainers Register: events.digital-research.academy/event/144/

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Two open science events in Zurich this October! OpSciHack 2026- 3–4 Oct: free hackathon on making research more efficient & reproducible. No coding needed! buff.ly/6QYWuy7 OILS26- 20 Oct: open science & innovation in life sciences. Register here: buff.ly/Bhgq2Am

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Some glimpses from the REWIRE Kick-off Meeting in Athens! Joyce Kao & Heidi joined 13 partner organisations from across Europe to officially kick off REWIRE a project making reproducible research a reality across Europe. DRA leads training & community. So excited!

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Exciting news! DRA is part of REWIRE, a new EU-funded project making reproducible research a reality. We’ll lead training, community mobilisation and network expansion. Our co-executive directors Heidi & Joyce are in Athens for the kick-off! More soon!

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Here's what the DRA community has been reading this summer! 📚 We are always curious to know what our community is reading. So before we fully enter Autumn, we are sharing our community reading list, with the hope that you might share a few of the books you are reading!

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Some Glimpses from Antalya! Ankita and Doaa spent three incredible days facilitating a communication strategy workshop for the MAIA Working Group- an international network of researchers exploring the intersection of AI and archaeology. A huge thank you to Chiara and the MAIA WG4 team!

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

In Sheffield for RSECon26? Come say hi to Danny and Raniere! The workshop may be online, but there’s a chance to meet the people behind it in person! As part of the RSECon26 satellite programme, DRA and UKRN held a practical session for Research Software Engineers on open and reproducible research.

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

The DRA bottle has arrived in Antalya! The bottle is here as Ankita and Doaa are facilitating a communication strategy workshop for the MAIA Working Group, bringing OSPARK's materials to a group of archaeologists and AI researchers. Where has the DRA bottle been with you?

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

We are heading to Antalya! Doaa Abdelkader & Ankita Dolai are facilitating a communication strategy workshop for MAIA- researchers exploring AI and archaeology. Putting OSPARK into practice in a completely new context. So excited! buff.ly/vD38vaT

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

If you are an RSE who wants to know or already knows how to do reproducible research but wants to get better, this is the workshop: Reproducible Research for RSEs: How to, and How to Support Others to 9 September 2026, 09:00–16:00 BST Online · Satellite event of RSECon26 buff.ly/51C0XOR

The Turing Way-Collaboration, Project Design, Reproducibility, Communication and outreach, ethics: Too easy not to do

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Here are 5 coding errors that we come across in research code more often than we would like to admit and here's how to fix them. From hardcoding file paths to blindly copying LLM output, these mistakes can undermine the reproducibility of your work. Swipe through,spot your own coding errors.

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

RSEs- know how to do reproducible research but struggling to get colleagues on board? This workshop fills exactly that gap. Reproducible Research for RSEs · 8 Sept, 09:00–16:00 BST · Online Satellite of RSECon26. Spaces limited. Register here: buff.ly/XKAZJQL

The Turing Way. Collaboration, project design, reproducibility, communication and outreach

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

The Open Science Retreat UK 2026 Event Report is now live 🎉 Everything that made the retreat such an incredible experience from the unconference sessions and their outputs, collaborations that emerged, game nights and everything in between is now documented and openly available. buff.ly/onZfTgv

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

The OSPARK Bootcamp application deadline has been EXTENDED to August 24! The bootcamp is completely free and made for anyone working on Open Research initiatives who wants to learn how to make their work seen. Travel stipends available. Apply now: events.digital-research.academy/event/137/

OSPARK bootcamp from September to November 2026

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Two amazing events. Both in Zurich. OSPARK Bootcamp applications close TOMORROW: buff.ly/DC46jf5 And on 20 Oct, OILS26 brings together researchers, industry & society around open science & innovation. Learn more: buff.ly/D04tnU3

OSPARK
Bootcamp
September - October 2026
6 weeks online + 2 days on-site (Zurich)

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

5 DAYS LEFT! Working on an Open Research initiative and want others to notice? OSPARK Bootcamp is for you. 6 weeks online (Sep 24-Nov 11) + 2 days in Zurich. Travel stipends available. Deadline: 14 August. Apply now: buff.ly/uLdBCfc Can't apply, Take our survey instead: buff.ly/9jsNg3Y

OSPARK Bootcamp September 23 - November 11
Online (6 weeks) + Onsite / Hybrid (2 days - Zurich, Switzerland)

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Meet Raniere Silva- your trainer for Reproducible Research for RSEs! Rainere will be conducting this session with Danny so don't miss out. 8 September 2026, 09:00–16:00 BST · Online Everyone registered is also invited to the RSECon26 evening social in Sheffield! Register here: buff.ly/6Ynv9E0

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Meet Danny Garside, your trainer for Reproducible Research for RSEs! Learn about open publishing, data sharing, reproducible computation, and supporting open research practices. 8 Sept 2026 | Online Register: buff.ly/6Ynv9E0

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Applications to the third OSPARK Bootcamp are OPEN! 🎉 Learn how to make your Open Science initiative more visible. Sept 23 – Nov 11 · Online + Zurich No marketing experience needed just curiosity! Apply now: buff.ly/uLdBCfc

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

OSPARK Bootcamp Q&A Today Unsure if the upcoming OSPARK bootcamp is for you? Have questions about it? Join our Q&A TODAY, 3pm UK time / 4pm CEST Via Zoom: buff.ly/BmBXGJg No registration required! Just come by 😉

Program lasts September 23 - November 11

Emails with information and tasks: 2-3 emails per week;
Accountability buddy check-ins: 15 minutes per week;
Online sessions: 1.5 hours per week;
Oct 21+22 2 workshop days Zurich + Online

Make your Open Science initiative more visible.

Learn about outreach and marketing!

OSPARK Bootcamp

September to November 2026

6 weeks online + 2 day hybrid workshop (Zurich)

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

DRA & UKRN are hosting a full-day online workshop at RSECon26 Reproducible Research for RSEs: How to, and How to Support Others to 8 Sept 2026, 09:00–16:00 BST Bonus: registered participants are invited to the RSECon26 evening social in Sheffield! Spaces limited: buff.ly/7Ef68x0

turing wa- project design, collaboration, communication and outreach

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

The second edition of OSPARK Bootcamp has come to an end. What an incredible journey filled with unconference topics, new collaborations, unique ideas and so much energy from participants and organisers alike. Missed it? The final edition is open now: buff.ly/NzduTyP

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Want to share your thoughts on outreach for open research but can't do the full OSPARK Bootcamp? Join our free online workshop instead! 1hr training + 1hr discussion. No experience needed. 5 Aug, 09:30–11:30 UTC Regster: buff.ly/QzN4pGk 24th August at 12:30–14:30 UTC Register: buff.ly/mg3v469

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Proud moment for DRA! Co-executive directors Heidi Seibold & Joyce Kao are featured in Chemistry World's "How to become an Open Science Champion." The article covers five pieces of advice from starting small to finding your people and taking the lead. buff.ly/ssXRrVk

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Do you manage social media, write newsletters or do any other outreach for an open research initiative?We want to hear from you The survey will ask about your experiences doing outreach, including the barriers you’ve faced and the skills you want to develop. Take the survey:https://buff.ly/nH529q4

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Elio Balestrieri @eliobalestrieri.eurosky.social · 13/07/2026

Hey python nerds out there 🐍🤓 I'm giving a workshop about how to create and handle your (research) project with uv, in collaboration with @digiresacademy.bsky.social 🗓️ Thursday 16th, 10:00 am CEST 📍 Online ⏳ 1h30m Registration link: events.digital-research.academy/event/141/re... See ya!

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Modern Python Project Management for Researchers with uv

The Python programming language is enjoying great popularity in Scientific Computing due to its ease of use and its vast ecosystem of available software packages. However, due to the explosive growth ...

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Two days left! Join us this Thursday for a free workshop on Modern Python Project Management with uv as there are few spots left. 16 July, 10:00–11:30 CEST Online and free. In our trainer words: "Not being scared of a terminal. Or willing to fight this fear, together." buff.ly/P8iS0KQ

The Turing Way Community, & Scriberia. (2020, March 3). Illustrations from the Turing Way book dashes. Zenodo. The Turing Way Community & Scriberia (2024).

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Have you ever wondered how you could contribute to an open source app you love? Free workshop- How to Contribute to Free and Open Source Software 24 July, 20:00–21:30 CEST No prerequisites. Just curiosity. Register here: buff.ly/1240Ab2

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Meet Elio Balestrieri your trainer for our upcoming workshop on Modern Python Project Management with uv! Swipe to get to know Elio a little better before the workshop! 16 July 2026, 10:00–11:30 CEST Online & free Register here: buff.ly/54VgBNT

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Some glimpses from useR! 2026 in Warsaw! Heidi & Julia are here as attendees and organisers- great sessions, engaging conversation with people sharing the same passion, stunning city and the best part: meeting our community in person. Conference wraps tomorrow come find us if you're still here!

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

New workshop! Complex Python dependencies killing your reproducibility? This one's for you. 16 July, 10:00–11:30 CEST A practical guide to uv- faster Python project management. Prereq: basic Python & Git. And "not being scared of a terminal. Or willing to fight this fear, together." buff.ly/P8iS0KQ

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

DRA is heading to Warsaw! Heidi Seibold and Julia Pauquet are on their way to useR! 2026 and not just as attendees.They are part of the organising team making the whole event happen behind the scenes. If you are at useR! 2026, come find them and say hi and chat, pick up some DRA swag and pins.

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

The long term impact of Open Science Retreat is already showing. Nick Bearman attended the retreat in 2025, spotted a gap- Git users who needed maps but not GIS and built gitRmap. A web map from just a CSV and a Git commit. No GIS expertise needed. Start guide: buff.ly/2VZDGyf Blog buff.ly/IE9LeDJ

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Another beautiful reflection from the Open Science Retreat UK 2026- this time by our community manager Danny Garside. On the people striving to make research more open, and how the right space lets you breathe, rest and reimagine what’s next. Give it a read: buff.ly/tAHQ12b

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

This Pride Month, DRA is shining a light on rainbowR! A community connecting, supporting and promoting LGBTQ+ people in the R community through data-driven activism. They have a meet-up on June 29th-a great space to connect, learn and share. Register: buff.ly/yVgYm19

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Ankita from DRA attended the Ally Skills Workshop by OLS this week and it genuinely shifted how we think about allyship. Real-world scenarios, grounded terminology, diverse perspectives- all super interactive and full of practical takeaways. Highly recommend: buff.ly/mo0dyJQ

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Happy Witty Wednesday! From our OLS x DRA coworking session the topic emerged of bringing your 10 favourite git commits and we wanted to open the floor to you all. Bonus if they're your own. This one cracked us up: buff.ly/rZJVvWM What's the funniest commit you've seen or written?

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

We concluded the month of May at DRA with a cooking together session. We swapped our laptops for chopping boards and turned our Friday coworkring session in to a hearty feast. Chaotic, full of unsolicited tips, questionable chopping skills and somehow delicious at the end.

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

RSEs, this one is for you! Full-day satellite at RSECon26 in Sheffield- Reproducible Research for RSEs: How to, and How to Support Others to. on Sept 8th, 09:00 –16:00. This day brings you-Open publishing, reproducible computation, pedagogy & co-creation. Organised by DRA & UKRN. : buff.ly/qBahNET

The Turing Way project illustration by Scriberia. Used under a CC-BY 4.0 licence. The Turing Way Community & Scriberia (2024).

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

It's Research Software Week! At DRA, research software is the foundation of open, reproducible science. Here are some free resources our community has built, all on Zenodo: Pixi environments, Apptainer workflows Software architecture, reproducible code Teaching software skills buff.ly/FcMl9U1

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

3 days to go! Vibe coding is fun. But is it reproducible? Could it be held to scientific investigation? "Beyond Vibe Coding"- free online workshop, June 5th 13:00–14:30 CET led by Ilona Lipp. Part of Research Software Week and funded by BUA. Register: buff.ly/EQ7YqjE

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Crystal Lewis @cghlewis.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Issue 46 of #rdmweekly is out! 📬 ➡️ @post45data.bsky.social Tabular Data Style Guide ➡️ Resources to Meet the NIH Data Sharing Plan Format @marlahertz.bsky.social ➡️ AI-Assisted Data Analysis for Reproducible Research @digiresacademy.bsky.social and more! rdmweekly.substack.com/p/rdm-weekly...

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RDM Weekly - Issue 046

A weekly roundup of Research Data Management resources.

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Vibe coding is fun. But is it reproducible? Responsible? Join us June 5th for "Beyond Vibe Coding"- a free workshop on responsible AI-assisted data analysis. 13:00–14:30 CET online. Part of Research Software Week funded by Berlin Uni Alliance. Register: events.digital-research.academy/event/133/

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

The Turing Way Book Dash at DANS in NL this week 🎉 DRA trainer Esther Plomp ran the dash and new podcasting material has now been added to The Turing Way's chapter on Podcasts for Research Communication. This is open collaboration in action. book.the-turing-way.org/communicatio...

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

The Karlspreis Forum in Aachen asked big questions about Europe's future. What stayed with us: Europe is not one thing. Different countries, needs, histories, voices. At DRA, we feel that every day. Our training is never one-size-fits-all, we design for the community in front of us.

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Digital Research Academy @digiresacademy.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Dr. Heidi Seibold speaks tomorrow at LMU Munich on Open Science & Research Software Engineering-tackling reproducibility, fraud & untraceable code with practical tools any researcher can use. Martinsried, 19.05 at 13:00 | Zoom too www.bio.lmu.de/de/aktuelles... If you are in Munch, come say hi.

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