Symposium
Open science in qualitative research - 25/09/2025
While open science is already widely embraced in quantitative research, its implementation in qualitative research requires a more tailored approach. Interest in open science in qualitative research is growing rapidly, and experiences are becoming increasingly rich and diverse. This symposium centers on open science in qualitative research, addressing both the opportunities and the challenges involved in making qualitative research more open, respecting the specific nature of qualitative methodologies. In the morning sessions, we focus on the broader landscape of open science in qualitative research, including policy developments, the funder perspective (FWO), and ethical considerations. In the afternoon, we aim to address and overcome common challenges by engaging participants in hands-on open science practices in qualitative research that have shown to be effective.
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Registration |
| 09:00 – 09:15 | Plenary session Welcome and introductory note UAntwerp Open Science Committee Prof. Dr. Esther Van Zimmeren and organizing team Bea Mertens, Eline Vandewalle, Linde Tuybens |
| 09:15 – 10:00 | Plenary session Funding the future: FWO’s perspective on open science and qualitative research Dr. Olivier Boehme |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | Coffee break |
| 10:15 – 11:15 | Plenary session Ethical considerations of open science in qualitative research (EASHW) Prof. Dr. Charlotte De Backer |
| 11:30 – 12:30 | Plenary session Navigating the data continuum: From closed to open in qualitative research Linde Tuybens |
| 12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch |
| 13:30 – 15:00 | Plenary session Open science in qualitative research: barriers and enablers Dr. Nicki Lisa Cole |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Interactive workshops · Workshop I: Pre-registration in qualitative research Dr. Tamarinde Haven · Workshop II: Auditing quality in qualitative research Bea Mertens |
| 16:00 – 16:15 | Coffee break |
| 16:15 – 17:00 | Plenary session Panel discussion: Echoes from the sessions: questions, concerns and common ground |
| 17:00 – 18:00 | Network reception |
Questions?
Don't hesitate to contact Bea Mertens at Bea.Mertens@uantwerpen.be.