Notes: Map of Open Source Science IG Call Aug 14

OSSci Interest Groups Map of Science
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MOSS Aug 14

Attending

  • Jonathan Starr
    • Program Manager from NumFOCUS.
  • Tim Bonnemann
    • Community Lead for OSSci
    • From IBM Research.
  • Russell Manser
    • PhD candidate at Texas Tech University.
    • Aims to bridge open-source tool developers with researchers.
  • Chris Erdmann
    • Open science lead at Michael J. Fox Foundation
    • Played a role in the launch of Zenodo
    • Will be transitioning to lead Open Science Infrastructure in Sweden.
  • Jennifer Melot
    • Affiliated with the Center for Security and Emerging Technology at Georgetown University.
    • Interested in health, activity metrics, and open source software usage in research.
    • Creator of ORCA
  • Leah Silen
    • Executive Director with 11 years at NumFOCUS.
  • Mark Eyer
    • Undergraduate at the University of New Orleans and IT worker.
    • Investigates Open Access, academic ecosystems, and visualization.
  • Carlos Maltzahn (UC Santa Cruz)
    • Faculty member and Director of the Center for Research in Open Source Software.
    • Spearheaded the center in 2015 with an initiative from the Sloan Foundation.
    • Passionate about showcasing the value of open source to universities.
  • Boris Veytsman
    • Works on the accelerated development of science and open scientific software.
    • Focuses on extracting software mentions from biomedical literature.
    • Aims to boost the prestige of developers in the scientific software realm.
  • Alexy Kravarov
    • Director of OSSci
    • From IBM Research.
  • Nicole Brewer
    • PhD student at Arizona State University.
    • Research revolves around networks of science, publications, and software’s role in science.
  • Hari
    • Operates in the semiconductor industry.
    • Has recent experience working with open source code.

Major Discussion Points:

  • Introduction
    • Setting clear expectations for the MOSS project.
    • Emphasis on collaborating to share experiences and resources.
    • The role of external organizations in guiding and facilitating discussions.
  • Update on the Map of Science Initiative
    • Project’s inception and progress since the start of the year.
    • Extensive discussions on the features, scope, and collaborations associated with the map.
    • Upcoming plans focused on developing a tangible prototype for community review.
    • Contemplation of seeking external funding to enhance development and design capabilities.
  • Input on Map Development
    • Positioning the project as a definitive map of open source science endeavors.
    • The pressing need for dedicated funding and establishing a coherent project roadmap.
    • Highlighting potential directions: creation of a functional website and exploring a top-down approach.
    • Challenges and importance of data mining, as well as integrating varied projects.
  • Feedback on Tool Selection
    • Addressing the complexity of selecting tools due to the sheer abundance.
    • A proposal to curate a dynamic list of tools, allowing community-based voting for prioritization.
    • Ensuring that the platform promotes inclusivity and accessibility for all contributors.
  • Clarifications on MOSS Objectives
    • Envisioning the map as a bridge between tools, research publications, and the scientific community.
    • Underscoring the aim for MOSS to be a practical tool for researchers globally.
  • Reinforcing the Project’s Goals
    • Identifying the distinct needs of researchers versus developers.
    • The importance of gathering input from specific domains and the role of OSSci interest groups.
    • Strategies for elevating tools based on their relevance and popularity within the community.
  • Additional Insights on Open-source Collaboration
    • Collaborative undertakings with other platforms and gauging their reception.
    • Visionary outlook: Merging the worlds of open-source tools and research, envisioning every research paper functioning like a digital repository.
    • The crucial need for agile development, flexibility, and adaptability as the project evolves.
  • Reproducibility Challenges and Data Mining
    • Addressing the difficulties in reproducing research outcomes and integrating them into the map.
    • Potential strategies and solutions for effective literature mining and seamless integration into MOSS.
  • Data Entry, Funding Discussions, and Funder’s Perspective
    • Dialogue on the discussing MOSS with research and OS funders
    • Strategies for approaching funders and discussions on demonstrating progress in areas already being explored by others.
  • Introducing a New Tool: ORCA
    • ORCA compiles data on open-source software (OSS) used in science and technology research.
    • Features of the tool include summarizing top repositories and metrics, allowing list views for comparison, and detailed views for individual repositories.
    • Feedback and potential collaboration opportunities discussed based on the tool’s capabilities.
  • Prototyping and Feedback
    • Brief introduction to an early MOSS prototype, showcasing its functionalities.
    • Feedback on ensuring context is captured and prioritizing tools and resources on the map.
    • Broader community discussions on software mentions in academic literature and potential voting mechanisms.
  • Closing Remarks
    • Recognizing the need for community engagement, both in terms of contributions and feedback.
    • Highlighting upcoming meetings, seminars, and channels for communication, including Slack, forums, and announcement groups.

Resources and Links Shared During Discussion

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