Proposals sought for upcoming symposium on equity and research reproducibility

The Many Faces of Reproducibility initiative is organizing a campus-wide, day-long symposium this semester: “Data, Rigor, and Reproducibility in Light of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.” The symposium will focus on issues surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion in data to explore the many dimensions of reproducibility in scientific research. In addition to invited speakers, organizers are seeking to include as many voices as possible with a lightning talk session devoted to additional issues from UMN community members.

Lightning talks can address any issue related to the symposium theme. Speakers will have five to seven minutes to deliver their presentation. Preference will be given to early career researchers, especially graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, but submissions from researchers at all career stages are welcome and encouraged. To be considered for the lighting talk session, submit a 250-300 word abstract and contact information by October 22. Decisions will be made by November 5, approximately one month prior to the symposium. 

The aim of the symposium is to be a catalyst for rigorous and replicable research, with a special emphasis on medical and social science research, and share practical advice for improving methods of data collection, curation, and utilization. The symposium will be held in-person at the Coffman Memorial Union Theater on Friday, December 3, but also will be a hybrid event with virtual participation. Registration is required but the event is free and open to all.

For questions about lightning talk submissions, contact Shanda Hunt. For general questions about the symposium, contact Alan Love.

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