ACS Publications Webinar Series
Open Science Made Simple
- Overview
- September 29
- October 20
- November 3
Dates
September 29 - November 03
Time
11:00 - 12:00 EST
Type
Webinar Series
Platform
Zoom
Open Science Made Simple is a three-part webinar series designed to help researchers and institutions navigate the evolving landscape of open research with confidence.
From understanding the benefits and practicalities of open access publishing to adopting transparent research practices and exploring the growing impact of artificial intelligence, this series provides insights and advice for information professionals and researchers at every stage of their careers.
Participants will learn how open access increases the visibility and reach of their work; how open data, methods, and workflows strengthen reproducibility and research credibility; and how these practices are shaping the future of scientific communication. The series concludes with an exploration of the dynamics between open science and AI, examining how openly available research objects such as manuscripts, code, and data fuel emerging technologies while raising important questions around attribution, ethics, governance, and scientific impact.
Whether you're just beginning your open science journey or looking to deepen your understanding of current trends, Open Science Made Simple offers expert perspectives, practical guidance, and real-world examples to help you maximize the accessibility, transparency, and influence of your research.
Series Schedule
September 29, 2026
11:00-12:00 EST
Open Access with ACS Publications
This webinar will discuss the benefits of open access publication, discuss how the open access publication process works in ACS Publications journals, and help you identify if your institution is one of the thousands worldwide that is covered by an open access agreement.
October 20, 2026
11:00-12:00 EST
Open Science in Practice
Join our expert speakers as we discuss how open science is changing every facet of how research is conducted and reported, and discover how you can adopt open science practices in your own work.
November 03, 2026
11:00-12:00 EST
Open Science in the Age of AI
Join our panel to discuss the opportunities, challenges, and practical considerations of how AI and open science intersect, including issues of attribution, reproducibility, ethics, governance, and scientific impact.
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