Global Collaboration Driving Open Science Impact: Insights from the RDA TIGER Landscape Analysis

The RDA TIGER project has played a pivotal role in supporting Research Data Alliance (RDA) Working Groups (WGs) that align, harmonise and standardise Open Science developments and technologies globally. While the RDA is a global platform, one of RDA TIGER’s key selection criteria for supporting WGs and projects is their potential impact on solving European data challenges and promoting data sharing and Open Science, in alignment with the EOSC Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda (SRIA). The RDA TIGER project supports 23 WGs and has funded 9 projects, each with a tangible impact on the EOSC ecosystem and related challenges.  To articulate the value and impact of the RDA TIGER project on the European landscape and EOSC ecosystem, in early 2025, the project team embarked on a large-scale landscape analysis to map the impact of RDA WGs to EOSC. This presentation features an in-depth analysis and lessons learnt from this endeavour.  

Specifically, we will: 

Introduce the landscape report as a tool and resource for European data professionals, EOSC users, researchers, and policymakers enabling them to navigate the wealth of RDA outputs that address key challenges in the region.
Present preliminary results and lessons arising from the mapping of the RDA WGs and their direct contributions to the SRIA priorities and challenges.
Highlight forward-looking recommendations coming out of the report.

By illustrating the tangible outcomes of RDA TIGER’s support, this presentation provides key insights into how collaborative, international research data initiatives can drive meaningful change in Europe and beyond.