Open Research Europe (ORE) is reshaping scientific publishing with its focus on openness and collaboration. In our interview, Prof. Dr. Phoebe Koundouri shares how ORE empowers researchers to address global challenges, foster interdisciplinary connections, and build trust between science and society—making impactful research accessible to all.
Open peer review is becoming an increasingly important part of open research. By offering a more transparent and collaborative alternative to traditional peer review models, it’s helping to reshape how research is evaluated.
In this blog post, we’ll explore seven key aspects of open peer review, its role in research communication, and why it’s gaining traction.
As the landscape of open access scholarly publishing continues to evolve, Open Research Europe (ORE) remains at the forefront and is preparing to enter the next phase of development.
Scheduled for launch in autumn 2026, the next chapter of ORE aims to strengthen collaboration between research funders and institutions while focusing on transparency, accessibility, and quality in open access publishing.
Gender equality is essential for creating a fair and sustainable future. Despite progress, women and girls face systemic barriers in education, leadership, and safety. This blog explores SDG 5, highlighting research on gender action planning in STEM, the role of gender-disaggregated data for migrant women, and feminist perspectives in literature. Discover how these initiatives and insights contribute to achieving equality and empowering women globally
Publishing with Open Research Europe is made easier with tailored support and guidance. Discover seven tips to optimise your publishing experience, from choosing the right article type to navigating peer review and building strong editorial relationships.
Achieving SDG-11 requires innovative solutions to address urban challenges, promote sustainable tourism, and integrate smart technologies. This blog highlights research on urban transformation in Malta, digital building tools, and collaborative approaches to smart building innovation.
Achieving SDG-12 requires innovative solutions to promote sustainable consumption and production. This blog highlights research on recyclability in plastics, circular fertiliser value chains, and urban biowaste valorisation, showcasing efforts to reduce waste and improve resource efficiency.
Open Research Europe prioritizes transparency and reproducibility through Open Peer Review and Open Data practices. By making reviewer identities, reports, and underlying data openly accessible, the platform fosters trust, collaboration, and academic integrity in research publishing.
Addressing global health challenges requires innovative and collaborative approaches aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG-3). This blog highlights research published on Open Research Europe, including efforts to tackle Parkinson’s disease, integrate sustainability into drug development, and improve adolescent health monitoring, contributing to better health outcomes worldwide.
Method Articles provide researchers with a platform to share technical innovations, from experimental tools to computational methods. Open Research Europe ensures proper credit, rigorous peer review, and broad visibility, helping researchers advance their fields and build professional recognition.
