Die Abstracts sind hier in der Sprache der jeweiligen Session und in chronologischer Reihenfolge angeführt.

 The Gravity of Misunderstanding - How Science Flips our Intuition Upside Down

Keynote
Florian Aigner
Mo 08.09.2025, 9:45-10:45, Hörsaal

Science is constantly changing — so why should we rely on what it tells us today? Join us on an adventurous journey behind the scenes of science, where we’ll encounter dangerous saber-toothed tigers, mysterious neutrinos, and distant planets. In the end, we’ll discover that nothing is more reliable than a solid scientific theory — provided it meets certain criteria. And the best part: Science is not just for genius researchers in labs. We are all, in some way, part of it, and we have every reason to be proud of that.

 Openness in Dialogue: Science, Citizens, Communication

Expert Roundtable
Moderation: Katharina Rieck
Experts: Daniel Dörler, Katja Mayer, Franz Kerschbaum
Mo 08.09.2025, 11:00-12:15, TBD

This roundtable brings together experts in Open Science, Citizen Science and Science Communication to explore the intersections, differences and mutual relevance between the fields. Experts will share insights from their own research practices and the conversation will examine overlapping goals, complementary approaches, and common challenges of the fields. By connecting these perspectives, the discussion aims to identify synergies and inspire new ways to shape a more open research culture.

 From Open to Impact – Open Science and Knowledge Valorisation

Workshop
TBA
Mo 08.09.2025, 11:00-12:15, TBD

This interactive workshop explores how Open Science can lead to real-world impact through knowledge valorisation. Against the background of current EU recommendations on knowledge valorisation, we’ll discuss aspects such as intellectual property, open licensing, and present different spin-off and innovation pathways. Join us to gain practical insights, exchange ideas, and learn how openness and innovation can go hand in hand.

 Doing Open Science: Turning Requirements into Opportunities

Workshop
Claudia Hackl, Lisa Hönegger, Julia Geistberger
Mo 08.09.2025, 11:00-12:15, TBD

Bring Open Science to life! In this hands-on workshop, we will dive into the key areas of Open Science – Open Access, Open Data, Citizen Science and more. Together, we'll create actionable strategies and design a professional Open Science project tailored to current OS requirements. Experience how to meet funder requirements in a practical way and discover that Open Science is not just an obligation but an opportunity. Get involved, collaborate, and discuss your ideas with our "funder" in the final showcase!

Dieser Workshop findet am 09.09.2025 11:00-12:15 auch in deutscher Sprache statt.

 The Persistent Identifier Heist: An Escape Room Activity

Session
Paloma Marín-Arraiza, Matthias Heni
Mo 08.09.2025, 13:30-15:00, TBD

This interactive escape room, The Persistent Identifier Heist, invites participants to dive into the world of persistent identifiers—ORCID, DOI, and ROR—through a 90-minute team challenge. Groups of 4–6 will solve puzzles based on real-world metadata tasks: matching researchers to their ORCID iDs, reconstructing DOIs to reveal hidden research, and tracing institutional affiliations via ROR IDs. Designed to foster collaboration and practical PID literacy, the activity blends problem-solving with engaging storytelling. Participants will use freely available tools and platforms to verify their answers, gaining hands-on experience with the infrastructure that underpins research integrity and discoverability.

 From Data Chaos to Scientific Synergy: PhD Candidates and Mentors Working in Synch

Workshop
Michael Feichtinger, Emily Kate
Mo 08.09.2025, 13:30-15:00, TBD

Good research data management (RDM) is essential for open science, but PhD candidates and mentors often struggle to stay aligned. In this interactive session, two data stewards share practical strategies for fostering better collaboration through RDM. We’ll discuss common pitfalls, offer actionable tools, and highlight simple ways mentors can track student progress while avoiding data disasters. Whether you’re a supervisor seeking structure or a student advocating for clarity, this session provides real-world tips to streamline workflows and strengthen research partnerships. Join us to transform data chaos into scientific synergy!

 Finding Suitable Research Thesis Data

Workshop
Monika Bargmann, Otto Bodi-Fernandez, Dimitri Prander
Mo 08.09.2025, 13:30-15:00, TBD

Abstract TBA

 Lightning Talks (5 Minuten, 5 Folien)

Moderation: Meghan Bohardt
Mo 08.09.2025, 15:30-16:30, Hörsaal

Have an exciting open science story to share? Step up and deliver a dynamic five-minute lightning talk! This fast-paced session is your chance to showcase ideas, projects, and innovations that drive open science forward. We welcome talks on three themes:

- Case Studies in Open Science feature established projects that successfully implement open science approaches, demonstrating real-world impact, challenges overcome, and lessons learned in making research more transparent, accessible, and collaborative.
- Data Visualization and Open Tools explore innovative ways to make research data more accessible and engaging through visualization techniques, open-source tools, and interactive platforms.
- Open Science in Action highlights how open science drives real-world change, demonstrating its influence on policy, community engagement, and global collaboration.

 Speed Networking

Moderation: Elena Fürst
Mo 08.09.2025, 15:30-16:30, TBD

Looking to expand your network quickly? Feeling a little shy? Join our fast-paced, fun speed networking session! Whether you're a PhD student, seasoned researcher, or open science enthusiast, this is your chance to meet new colleagues, spark collaborations, and maybe even make a friend. No awkward small talk—just quick, engaging conversations with like-minded people. Bring your curiosity, a smile, and plenty of business cards (or your social handles)!

 Poster Pitches (2 Minuten, 3 Folien) und Poster Session

Moderation: Dominik Denk, Victoria Eisenheld
Mo 08.09.2025, 16:30-18:00, Hörsaal

Have an exciting open science project, initiative, or insight to share? Submit a poster proposal and showcase your work at our interactive poster session! We welcome posters on three key themes:

- Innovation in Research Services showcases creative approaches to supporting researchers in open science and research data management (RDM), from new tools and workflows to best practices that enhance transparency, accessibility, and impact.
- Open Science Theses in the Spotlight highlight student thesis projects that embrace open science principles, showcasing how early-career researchers are advancing transparency, reproducibility, and collaboration in their work.
- Case Studies in Open Science feature established projects that successfully implement open science approaches, demonstrating real-world impact, challenges overcome, and lessons learned in making research more transparent, accessible, and collaborative.

A select number of presenters will have the opportunity give a dynamic two-minute pitch before the session kicks off. Don’t miss this chance to exchange ideas, gain feedback, and connect with the open science community!

 Scientific Scavenger Hunt: Explore the Unknown with Open Knowledge Maps

Workshop
Peter Kraker
Mo 08.09.2025, 16:30-18:00, TBD

We’ve all been there: you're thrown into a new research area and need to make sense of it - fast. In this fun, interactive session, you’ll learn how to explore unfamiliar scientific territory using Open Knowledge Maps, an AI-powered visual discovery tool. In a playful mix of virtual scavenger hunt and pub quiz, you’ll team up with others to tackle quirky questions and uncover surprising insights - like which greenhouse gas fluctuates during an eclipse or why the city of Athens is linked to insomnia. Come for the game, stay for the knowledge - and you might even win a prize!

 The Need for Open Science as We Enter the Fourth Paradigm of Academic Research

Keynote
Mark Hahnel
Di 09.09.2025, 9:45-10:45, Hörsaal

Science is constantly changing — so why should we rely on what it tells us today? Join us on an adventurous journey behind the scenes of science, where we’ll encounter dangerous saber-toothed tigers, mysterious neutrinos, and distant planets. In the end, we’ll discover that nothing is more reliable than a solid scientific theory — provided it meets certain criteria. And the best part: Science is not just for genius researchers in labs. We are all, in some way, part of it, and we have every reason to be proud of that.

 Debunking Open Science Myths: An Interactive Quiz Challenge

Session
Christian Gumpenberger, Ben McLeish
Di 09.09.2025, 11:00-12:15, Hörsaal

Test your knowledge of Open Science and learn something new! This interactive workshop invites participants to explore and challenge common myths and misconceptions about Open Science through a lively quiz. A small prize awaits the winner! Covering topics such as Open Access, Open Data, Open Peer Review, Citizen Science, Open Citations and governance, the session encourages critical reflection and discussion. Participants will use their smartphones to engage with 22 carefully crafted quiz questions and gain new insights into the benefits, challenges, and realities of Open Science. This session is ideal for researchers, students, administrators, and citizen scientists. The workshop promotes understanding, dialogue, and informed adoption of Open Science practices.

 Journals betreiben gemeinsam mit Bibliotheken: Was brauchen Forschende?

Workshop
Christian Buchmayer, Christoph Hornung, David Krassnig, Bernhard Schubert
Di 09.09.2025, 11:00-12:15, TBD

Nicht nur die klassischen Verlage verlegen wissenschaftliche Journals, sondern immer häufiger stehen dahinter auch Forschungseinrichtungen und ihre Bibliotheken in direkter Kooperation mit den Forschenden. Stichwörter wie "Diamond Open Access" und "scholar led" sind momentan überall anzutreffen. Die Tätigkeit ist nicht neu - Bibliotheken betreiben seit vielen Jahren Services, um gemeinsam mit Forschenden solche Zeitschriften herauszugeben. Ziel dieses Workshops ist ein Dialog darüber, welche künftigen Angebote es braucht und wie diese aussehen sollen. Das Gespräch mit der wissenschaftlichen Community wird dabei von einer Vorstellung der bestehenden Dienstleistungen an der TU Wien und Universität Wien ausgehen.

 Open Science betreiben: Anforderungen in Chancen verwandeln

Workshop
Claudia Hackl, Lisa Hönegger, Julia Geistberger
Di 09.09.2025, 11:00-12:15, TBD

Erwecken Sie Open Science zum Leben! In diesem hands-on Workshop werden wir in die Kernbereiche von Open Science eintauchen - Open Access, Open Data, Citizen Science und mehr. Gemeinsam erarbeiten wir konkrete Strategien und entwerfen ein Forschungsprojekt, das auf die aktuellen Open Science-Anforderungen zugeschnitten ist. Erfahren Sie, wie Sie die Anforderungen von Fördergeber*innen auf praktische Weise erfüllen können und entdecken Sie, dass Open Science nicht nur eine Pflicht, sondern vor allem eine Chance ist. Machen Sie mit, arbeiten Sie zusammen und diskutieren Sie Ihre Ideen mit unserem „Fördergeber“!

Dieser Workshop findet am 08.09.2025 10:45-12:00 auch in englischer Sprache statt.

 The Dark Side of Open Science

Panel Discussion
Moderation: Ben McLeish
Panelists: Ulrike Felt, Paloma Marín-Arraiza, Barbara Schober, Toma Susi
Di 09.09.2025, 13:30-15:00, Hörsaal

Join us for the compelling panel "The Dark Side of Open Science" at the Open Science Festival. While open science champions transparency and collaboration, it also exposes researchers to complex challenges. Our discussion will delve into issues like data misuse, research security, privacy concerns, and the exploitation of early-career scientists. We'll also spotlight the rise of free-riding industries and the risks of predatory publishing. How can we balance openness with ethical responsibility and protect against unintended consequences? Engage with experts as we uncover the ethical, legal, and practical dilemmas lurking beneath the promise of open science. Don't miss this eye-opening debate!

 Science goes Hollywood

Workshop
Werner Gruber
Di 09.09.2025, 15:30-17:00, Hörsaal

Abstract TBA