When we talk about brilliant minds in science, the default is often male.
To commemorate International Women's Day, we highlight 4 structural gender gaps still affecting research today.
Did you recognise all the names? What other examples would you add?
#8M #WomenInScience
This year’s #11F theme is “From vision to impact: redefining STEM by closing the gender gap”.
At Research Agora we turn that vision into concrete actions across different steps of the research process.
Closing the gender gap in STEM starts with changing what (and who) counts in research.
We received a wonderful message from Stephani Schmitz, one of our reviewers, right after she submitted her first review.
Knowing that researchers find value in what we are building is what motivates us to continue every day.
Join our reviewer community: buff.ly/j9tqqS3
Our first Marble has been published! Thanks to the authors and reviewers for their effort. Check it out on our website: buff.ly/5XRRR7W
We were awarded the Junior Prize organized by IMFE Málaga! This prize recognizes the work of newly created businesses that contribute to the economic growth of the city. Thanks to IMFE and to the jury for trusting us & to the team of Canal Málaga for helping us show what we do.
It’s #OpenAccessWeek!
On Wednesday, we will join two talks: at Udruga Penkala 🇭🇷 and at the Max-Delbrück Center 🇩🇪, to talk about making every result count in science.
Join the conversation about what deserves credit in research:
🔗https://buff.ly/f0qVqkH
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Our reviewers bring expertise from a wide range of scientific fields.
Here are the main areas represented in our community.
Do You Have Unpublished Research Data in These Fields?
Submit a Marble: buff.ly/otDY1p2
#OpenScience #PeerReview #Marble #ResearchAgora
Last week, Research Agora was awarded Best Startup at the III DeepTech Coworking Programme by EOI & Polo Digital Málaga!
This win fuels our mission to improve research culture and foster open, transparent science.
#ResearchAgora #Startup #OpenScience
Our reviewers come from some of the world’s most respected research hubs.
Check the top 5 countries and institutions our reviewer community belongs to.
Want to join? Sign up as a reviewer here: buff.ly/3OS2iwb
Proud to grow our reviewer network: 39 top institutions, 14 countries! Are you passionate about Open Science? Join our network here: buff.ly/3OS2iwb
#OpenScience #PeerReview
Call for Reviewers. Topic: Hematopoietic Stem Cells!
Research Agora received its first Marble on this topic. Are you an expert? Join our reviewer community!
Sign up: buff.ly/3OS2iwb
#OpenScience #PeerReview #HematopoieticStemCells #ResearchAgora
ERC 2026 Grants: Applications are open! Relevant information attached.
ERC values the full spectrum of your research—make every output count.
Research Agora helps you showcase diverse contributions for a stronger application.
Questions? Contact us.
Research Agora is now officially recognized as 'Empresa emergente' (startup) by @enisa-es.bsky.social , Spain’s national innovation agency!
This is a seal of trust in our mission to drive innovation in open science, transparency, and reproducibility.
Join the future of #OpenScience!
How do reward systems shape scientists? Ioannidis says incentives create Diligent, Sloppy, or Fraudulent researchers. Counting papers rewards the wrong behaviors. We must value quality, integrity, and reproducibility. Watch his talk: buff.ly/F3NOMF7
#ResearchCulture #OpenScience
Why are we still using Stone Age assessment practices?
RRA should be implemented at every stage.
See the 4 key moments in the image below. Has your institution started this shift?
#ResearchAssessment #OpenScience
“There’s no cost to getting things wrong. The cost is not getting them published.” — @briannosek.bsky.social
Funders and institutions now value quality, openness, and all research outputs. At Research Agora, we make them visible. Join us: researchagora.com
Implementing responsible research assessment is not a one-size-fits-all process. The DORA guide recommends nine key activities that organizations can adapt to their unique context—see them in our carousel.
Why does reproducibility matter? Matt Anticole’s video explained the reproducibility crisis and remaining challenges eight years ago (buff.ly/2DkbSBE). Many of them are still unsolved. Join us at researchagora.com to help strengthen science for everyone.
#Reproducibility #OpenScience #ResearchWaste
What does Responsible Research Assessment (RRA) mean?
It’s about moving beyond publication counts to reward quality, diversity, and real impact.
RRA values all contributions—mentoring, collaboration, societal impact—and promotes fair recognition for every researcher.
#ResearchAssessment #DORA
“If you torture data long enough, it will confess to anything.” — R. Coase.
Negative results matter. Share all outcomes—positive or negative—as Marbles at researchagora.com.
Let’s reward transparency and honesty.
Research assessment is changing!
RRA values teamwork, open data, mentoring, and impact for a fairer science.
More on the newest practical guide from @dorassessment.bsky.social - buff.ly/9exXsPz
What do you do with research leftovers?
In Spain, croquetas reuse yesterday’s stew. At Research Agora, our Marbles are bite-sized, peer-reviewed insights—turning unused data into knowledge everyone can use. Learn more: buff.ly/tDNy2EH
#OpenScience #Marbles #ResearchAgora
2026 ERC calls coming early July!
Bigger budgets, new super grants, & double start-up funding (up to €2M).
Easier rules, less bureaucracy, & EU commitment to open science.
As von der Leyen said, "Europe chooses science."
Stay tuned & follow for updates!
Scientific Accountability: Detecting Salient Features of Retracted Articles | Proceedings of the 17th ACM Web Science Conference 2025 buff.ly/xpX5UFb
ERC Advanced Grant: evaluation game!
🎯 Round 1: Impress with your synopsis & narrative CV —show ambition, originality, feasibility.
🎯 Round 2: Deep dive —clear impact, strong methods, ace the interview.
Double-check everything & think like a reviewer! #ERC #ResearchFunding
ERC Advanced Grant = adventure! 🗝️
The checkpoints:
1️⃣ Eligibility
2️⃣ Your CV & story
3️⃣ Science & team (synopsis, proposal, resources)
4️⃣ Support & ethics
🏁 Submission by 28 Aug 2025
Start early, team up, and aim for the highest score! #ERC
ERC wants a 4-page narrative CV - more story, less list! Show how your work matters.
Highlight unique achievements, mentoring, and open science. Sharing on Research Agora? That’s impact worth including! Make your journey memorable.
#ERC #AcademicCV
100 Marbles wanted
Are you a researcher and have unpublished data? Be one of the first 100 to publish a Marble at Research Agora!
✅ Unlimited free Marbles for 1 year
✅ Featured as a Research Visionary
✅ Highlight Open Science & reproducibility on your CV
🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/BSDebMO
ERC Advanced Grants - Guess Who: Could you be one of the next 276 awardees?
✔️ No age, nationality, or field limits
✔️ Ambitious, ground-breaking project
✔️ Strong track record
✔️ Host in EU/Assoc. Country
Ready? Check the boxes & apply! #ERC #ResearchFunding
🚨 ERC Advanced Grants 2025 open 22 May!
Have a bold research vision? Secure up to €2.5M for your project. Competition is fierce, so start preparing now.
Curious or applying? Follow us for tips, and comment if you want a quick summary! #ERC
