Introduction to Open Research
Duration 1 hour 30 Minutes
Team Researcher Academy


This online course is run by the Researcher Academy 

The Researcher Academy courses are very popular and the majority are run in both semesters to give you the opportunity to attend at a time of the year that suits you. 

Target audience: PGRs, ECRs and Academic staff

Description: Have you heard the term Open Research, but aren’t quite sure what it is? Open Research aims to make research processes and outputs as accessible, transparent and reusable as possible.

This introductory session will provide an overview of Open Research and explore:  

  • What is Open Research is and why it matters?
  • Describe the benefits and challenges of adopting Open Research practices.
  • Look at Open Research practices at UoN
  • Opportunities to incorporate open practices into your own research.
  • Where to find guidance, resources and support.

Whether you are new to the concept or looking to learn more about open practices, this session will help you understand the principles of Open Research and how they can be applied in your work.

Course Accessibility

The following table shows a summary of what is needed to participate in the course. 

If you feel you will experience any difficulties participating, please let us know via the ‘special requirements’ tab, providing as much information as possible. The special requirements tab can be completed when you book your place. Alternatively, you can contact us directly at ra-training@nottingham.ac.uk.

Access MS Teams
Attend the course at the specified date and time
Use MS Teams chat box function


Booking Conditions

Our webinars/ online courses are very popular, especially in the current period and we are experiencing large volumes of people on our waiting lists.  

Please do let us know if you would like to cancel your place on this course so we can offer your place to another delegate. 

Please note, attendances for courses will be recorded. There are no training points associated with courses run by the Researcher Academy.

LocationStart DateAll DatesTimesPlaces AvailableBook
Online Course08 December 202608 December 202611:00am - 12:30pm45