The ORN formula describes how we want the network to grow. It is not a rigid process or a hierarchy. It is a set of principles for building an open research ecosystem that is useful, trustworthy, and sustainable.
Open collaboration #
ORN is built on the belief that scientific progress is stronger when knowledge, tools, infrastructure, and learning are shared. We encourage groups to work in public when possible, document decisions, and make outputs reusable by others.
Institutional respect #
The network is designed for collaboration between universities, laboratories, research groups, non-profits, open-source projects, and partners. Each group can keep its own identity and priorities while participating in shared activities.
Continuous learning #
Open research depends on people learning together. ORN supports workshops, mentoring, courses, events, and informal peer exchange so that knowledge can move between communities and generations of researchers.
Responsible innovation #
AI, data science, automation, and research software can accelerate discovery, but they must be used carefully. ORN promotes responsible, transparent, and reproducible approaches to technology in research workflows.
Inclusive participation #
A strong research network should make participation easier for people from different backgrounds, regions, institutions, and levels of experience. ORN aims to create welcoming spaces where contributors can learn, ask questions, and build confidence.
Sustainable infrastructure #
Scientific communities need infrastructure that can last beyond a single project cycle. ORN encourages reusable tools, documented processes, shared services, and partnerships that reduce duplicated effort.
Clear communication #
Collaboration depends on communication that is respectful, documented, and easy to follow. We value clarity, constructive feedback, and transparent expectations across projects and communities.
Proactive contribution #
ORN grows when people and organizations bring ideas forward. We encourage members and affiliates to propose events, share needs, identify opportunities, and help shape the network through practical contributions.
Lasting impact #
The purpose of the network is to help scientific communities do better work together. Success means more visible projects, more reusable tools, more connected groups, and more research outcomes that can benefit society.
This formula is inspired by the Open Science Labs Formula .