In this Concept Paper, the StraCo proposes a conceptual framework to inform policy and strategic thinking on Research Infrastructure (RI), in light of new trends in relation to data-intensive or data-first research and Open Science. The framework considers differences in RI when they have characteristics of research facility infrastructure (RFI) and of research data infrastructure (RDI), which have important implications for strategic planning, evaluation, funding, and portfolio management. Better consideration of these differences is necessary to ensure that the development of new RI meet the needs of researchers and society, and to ensure the competitiveness of research in Switzerland.
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31.10.2023
Research Data Infrastructures: a distinct characteristic in research infrastructures
- Author.s Coordination Group of the ORD Strategy Council
