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OSTrails aims to transform how research is planned, tracked, and assessed by embedding the FAIR principles and interoperability at the core of research workflows. The project's overarching goal is to support researchers, institutions, and funders in building a cohesive, machine-actionable Open Science ecosystem aligned with EOSC and FAIR-by-design standarts. 

Goals

Streamline researcher workflows through the practical integration of planning, tracking, and assessment. 
Enable transparent, reproducible, and interoperable science using shared technical and semantic frameworks.
Support systemic change in OpenScience implementation through co-designed, federated infrastructure solutions.
Foster alignement with EOSC Interoperability Framework and strengthen cross-domain collaboration via pilots.

Objectives

  • Define the OSTrails Interoperability Reference Architecture

    OSTrails will create a shared framework that helps different research tools and services work better together. By building on European and International efforts, the project will develop common ways for these systems to exchange information, making it easier to connect, automate, and share data across the research process. 

  • Align and Extend Key Research Support Services

    The project will align and improve widely used services such as DMP platforms, FAIR assessment tools, and SKGs. These services will be improves so they can work together more easily, share information smootly, and be used as part of a flexible and connected system. This will ensure that research outputs are clearly described, easy to find, and properly linked across platforms.

  • Develop FAIR Assessment Frameworks and Evaluation Tools

    OSTrails will work with research communities to develop reliable ways to assess the quality of research dara and DMPs, covering both general and discipline-specific needs. The project will provide practical tools and templates to ensure research is transparent, responsible, and continuously improving.

  • Validate and Scale Solutions through Pilots and Community Integration

    OSTrails will put its solutions into practice through 25 national and thematic pilot projects, covering a variety of scientific fields and institutions. The pilots will test the tools in real research settings to make sure they are usefu, effective, and ready to use. The project will also offer training, community support, and easy-to-follow guides to help ensure long-term use. Through the OSTrails Commons, organisations will be able to adapt and apply the results in line with European and national research policies.