On this page, you’ll find a considered selection of digital tools, resources, and standards designed to enhance the quality, sustainability, and interoperability of research. These resources support researchers, research institutions, and policymakers in the responsible management and sharing of data across scientific disciplines. Each item is selected for its relevance, reliability, and consistency with international frameworks such as the FAIR principles and Open Science policies. The selection is reviewed regularly and offers a valuable starting point for navigating both the Belgian and wider international research landscape.
TABS: Our partners / Digital sources and standards
Aurora
A network of universities collaborating to increase the societal impact of science. The alliance promotes open science and sustainable development through joint research and knowledge exchange.
Datavindplaats
A platform that supports researchers in finding and reusing datasets. It reduces redundancy, enhances transparency, and promotes more open and efficient research practices.
Unpaywall
A free tool that provides legal access to open-access versions of scholarly articles, seamlessly integrated into databases and reference managers.
Cerif 1.5
A standardized model for structuring and managing research information (including publications, projects, and collaborations). It facilitates data exchange and helps institutions streamline research administration.
EuroCRIS
An international group of experts that develops standards for research information management, such as CERIF. These standards help institutions and researchers organise research data more effectively, supporting collaboration and impact assessment.
OpenAire Certified
A certification mark for online research repositories. It ensures that repositories meet rigorous standards for open access, sustainability, and interoperability—making research outputs more accessible and discoverable.