Elsevier's Mendeley Data takes on a pivotal role as a co-chair in the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Generalist Repository Ecosystem Initiative (GREI), marking a significant step forward in advancing research data sharing and collaboration within the scientific community.
The GREI, now entering its third year under the auspices of the NIH Office of Data Science Strategy, serves as a strategic partnership of seven generalist repositories, aimed at fostering research data sharing, accessibility, and transparency across disciplines. As a participating repository, Mendeley Data has been actively involved in enhancing its platform to meet the evolving needs of the scientific community.
Stepping into the joint leadership role for Year 3 are Traci Snowden, Sonia Barbosa, and Kristi Holmes, forming a dynamic team committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and progress within GREI and its extensive network of partners.
The GREI Co-Chairs will play a crucial role in guiding the initiative's strategic direction, facilitating workplan implementation, and leading key meetings and gatherings to drive progress.
Theo Pillay, Senior Vice President and General Manager for Academic Information Systems at Elsevier, emphasized the company's dedication to open science and transparent research practices. By actively partnering with the research community, Elsevier aims to empower an open science world, accelerating scientific discovery and societal impact.
The collaboration between Mendeley Data and the NIH GREI underscores a shared commitment to advancing open science principles, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation in research data sharing. As the initiative progresses, stakeholders can anticipate transformative advancements that will enhance research accessibility and transparency, ultimately driving scientific progress and societal impact.
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