Survey

Survey on research (meta)data quality [EOSC-EDEN]

Survey on research (meta)data quality [EOSC-EDEN]

Have you encountered any issues when it comes to sharing, finding, accessing, and working with research data? If you are: 

  • a researcher who works with data on a daily basis, 
  • a professional who manages or curates research data 
  • a professional who works with the technical infrastructure required for managing or curating research data,

then your perspective on the future of FAIR long-term data preservation is invaluable. 

We invite you to fill out a survey that investigates how research communities work with research data, and how data archives and repositories work with the different aspects that contribute to the quality of research (meta)data

The Horizon Europe-funded EOSC EDEN project investigates and develops strategies for curation and long-term preservation of research data. One important aspect of the project is to collect insights from researchers and preservation professionals, with the aim of turning identified challenges into actionable improvements. Your professional insights will support our work on:

  • Improving and standardising curation and preservation practices
  • Developing the services and tools needed to enhance digital preservation strategies
  • Enabling the reusability of research data
  • Bridging knowledge across disciplines
  • Equipping researchers with the knowledge to answer central research questions

Whether you work at a repository or in research, in a large organisation or a small team, and whatever your discipline or career stage, we would like to hear from you. Multiple responses from the same organisation are welcome, and we encourage you to share information about the survey with your professional networks. 

Filling out the survey should take between 20-30 minutes to complete, and we will keep it open until Monday, 31st August, 2026. 

You can find the survey here: https://nettskjema.no/a/eosc-eden-survey-2026.

For any questions about the survey or the work of EOSC EDEN, please contact Helene N. Andreassen (Project Task Lead) at helene.n.andreassen@uit.no.

Thank you for sharing your experience — your contribution is greatly valued!

GenAI in Irish Libraries and Information Organisations [Survey, closes July 14th]

GenAI in Irish Libraries and Information Organisations: Readiness, Attitudes & Impact Survey

You are invited to participate in the research survey, “GenAI in Irish Libraries and Information Organisations: Readiness, Attitudes & Impact.” 

This study examines how library and information professionals in Ireland engage with Generative AI technologies, focusing on awareness, preparedness, attitudes, and current practices.

Participation is voluntary and anonymous. Responses will be used for research purposes only and reported in aggregated form. The study has received ethical approval from the UCD Human Research Ethics Committee – Humanities (Ref: 022-HS-26-LR-Havelka) and is a collaboration between UCD’s iSchool and the Western Regional Section of the Library Association of Ireland.

Your insights will help inform future research, training, and professional development related to GenAI in the Irish library and information sector. We encourage you to participate and share your response.

https://eu.surveymonkey.com/r/ireland

Survey on Artistic Research: Performance, Teaching and Publication Practices [Now open]

Survey on Artistic Research: Performance, Teaching and Publication Practices

How are artistic performance, artistic research, teaching and academic publications recognised and evaluated in higher music education today?

Researchers from Széchenyi István University and Eötvös Loránd University (Hungary) are conducting an international survey examining careers, working conditions and evaluation systems in Higher Music Education Institutions worldwide.

The study explores:

• the balance between artistic activity, artistic research, teaching and scholarly publication;

• promotion and career pathways in conservatoires and university music departments;

• institutional expectations regarding research output;

• the recognition of artistic research within evaluation and promotion systems;

• challenges faced by academic and artistic staff in different national contexts.

We are particularly interested in understanding how institutions evaluate publications in relation to artistic practice and artistic research, and how these expectations influence professional development.

We warmly invite academic staff, artistic researchers, performers, teachers, administrators and doctoral candidates working in higher music education to participate.

The questionnaire is anonymous and takes approximately 15 minutes to complete.

Survey link:
https://elteppk.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_37pAuHb2hKyVDFQ

Your contribution will help provide an international overview of current practices and support evidence-based discussions on the future of evaluation systems in higher music education.

INFINITY Project Survey – Cultural Heritage Collections (re)use [Deadline April 30]

INFINITY Project Surveys – Cultural Heritage Collections (re)use

Do you manage or reuse cultural heritage collections in your work? Then take one of our INFINITY (https://www.dataspace-culturalheritage.eu/en/projects/infinity) project surveys to share your perspectives and contribute to the future of the digital creative economy. It will take 10 – 15 minutes to complete and the deadline for submissions is 30 April 2026.

Take the survey on collections management: https://survey.zohopublic.eu/zs/b6CAyu

The first survey aims to gather data about collections management practices and information about licensing and reuse of cultural heritage digital objects from the perspective of staff at a cultural heritage institution. If you are a cultural heritage professional working in Cultural Heritage Digital Objects (digitised or born-digital cultural heritage collections) collections management we encourage you to share your thoughts here!

Take the survey on reuse: https://survey.zohopublic.eu/zs/4oBybV

The second survey aims to understand how copyright, licensing and business practices affect real-world reuse of digital heritage, helping identify challenges and opportunities for the creative sector in Europe. If you are a professional working primarily in the creative industries and reusing Cultural Heritage Digital Objects we want to hear from you here!

Interdisciplinary User Requirements in Burial Cultural Heritage [Survey closes Mar 15]

Interdisciplinary User Requirements in Burial Cultural Heritage

The EXCALIBUR project has launched its User Requirements Questionnaire in Burial Cultural Heritage to gather essential feedback from cultural heritage professionals. This input is crucial as it will directly inform the design, functionality, and usability of the EXCALIBUR tools.

 Key details:

  • Purpose: To define the real-world needs, current workflows, key challenges, and future expectations for digital tools in the sector.
  • Topics Covered: Professional background, current data practices, challenges, digital tool expectations, and ethical considerations.
  • Estimated Time: Approximately 10 minutes.
  • Deadline: 15 March 2026.

Questionnaire here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd2_-3k_Qdfo3ErdEvnhKwBU-pH37de9ZAGw39kdoHnd8Aetw/viewform

This questionnaire aims to gather insights from professionals involved in burial cultural heritage to inform the development of innovative digital tools that enhance research, conservation, and management practices. Your input will help identify the needs, expectations, and perceived opportunities, in order for the EXCALIBUR platform to effectively address real-world challenges and unlock new benefits through advanced digital solutions.