Data Archiving with Ricarda Braukmann

In this episode, Tom Emery talks with Ricarda Braukmann from DANS about how data archiving supports open and trustworthy science. They discuss why repositories matter, how researchers can make their data reusable, and how tools like AI are changing the field. Ricarda also shares insights into CoreTrustSeal certification, the ODISSEI Portal, and how European collaborations like CESSDA help shape the future of data sharing.

Affiliations: 

• Ricarda Braukmann, PhD – Data Station Manager Social Sciences at DANS. 
• Dr. Tom Emery – Executive Director of ODISSEI, the Dutch National Infrastructure for Social Science; Associate Professor, Department of Public Administration and Sociology of Erasmus University, Rotterdam

Useful links: 
https://portal.odissei.nl/
https://www.cessda.eu/
https://www.coretrustseal.org/

What is ODISSEI Podcast?

ODISSEI is the National Research Infrastructure for Social Sciences in the Netherlands, providing access to data, expertise, and computational tools for researchers. With a network of 51 member organizations and key partners like CBS, DANS, eScience Center, SURF, and Centerdata, ODISSEI supports the growing field of computational social science.

In each episode, we cover topics like data access, research tools, and collaborative efforts that shape our understanding of society. Tom Emery, the Executive Director, engages experts in informal conversations, offering listeners an accessible look at how social science infrastructure supports innovative, impactful research.

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