Coffee lecture series

Grab a coffee and join us for a quick session on current topics in publishing and science politics! We briefly dive into the latest debates in publishing and science policy - and show why they matter to your research.

a coffee mug in front of a bookshelf

Next session

  • 04. November 2025
  • What is CoARA? – An introduction to the coalition for advancing research assessment.
  • Olivia Denk, Akademien der Wissenschaften Schweiz (a+)

In this coffee lecture, presented by the co-coordinator of CoARA’s Swiss National Chapter, researchers will be introduced to CoARA’s mission to reshape research culture. The presentation will focus on the initiative’s vision and current activities of its communities, like Working Groups and National Chapters. Additionally, the role of Open Science in transforming research assessment will be highlighted. Participants are invited to ask questions and share their ideas and perspectives. 

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Upcoming

  • 02. December 2025 on negotiating with publishers (title to be determined), Anina Köppli (Consortium of Swiss Academic Libraries)
  • 06. January 2026: CC Signals - public licences in the era of AI, Janina Radny (Lib4RI)
  • ... more to be announced

Are you interested in a specific topic?

Predatory publishing, science tracking... Is there anything you would appreciate some input on? Let us know!

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