Join us on 20 November 2024 for the next CKAN Monthly Live, where we spotlight depositar, an innovative public research data repository built upon CKAN. This session will feature insights into how depositar has empowered FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) research data sharing and reproducible research, supported by a highly customized CKAN instance.
About depositar
Launched in 2018, depositar (or "研究資料寄存所" in Mandarin) is a generalist data repository developed by researchers to enable free deposit, discovery, and reuse of research data. With support from Academia Sinica and grants from Taiwan’s National Science and Technology Council, depositar has grown to host over 2,500 datasets and received 500,000+ unique views. Its users span universities, research institutions, and civic groups, particularly those involved in ecological monitoring.
Key features of depositar include:
- Accepting diverse data types and formats across academic disciplines.
- Enabling research communities in Taiwan to embrace open data practices.
- Leveraging CKAN’s flexibility to integrate tools like ARK persistent identifiers and Binder.
Why You Should Attend
This webinar is a unique opportunity to learn:
- How to facilitate FAIR data sharing using CKAN.
- Strategies for overcoming CKAN’s limitations as a research data repository.
- Ways to extend CKAN functionalities, including integration with tools such as ARK persistent identifier and Binder via its flexible extension framework.
Presentation Overview
In this session, Cheng-Jen will cover:
- A brief history and feature highlights of depositar.
- CKAN extensions developed for research data repository adoption.
- Enhancing reproducibility with Binder integration for CKAN datasets.
Speakers
We’re happy to welcome:
- Cheng-Jen Lee
Tech Lead at the Institute of Information Science, Academia Sinica
Cheng-Jen Lee is a technology expert at the Institute of Information Science, Academia Sinica, Taiwan, leading the development of depositar, a public research data repository. His work focuses on implementing data exchange standards, deployment automation, and ensuring the long-term maintenance of information systems. With a deep interest in sustainable system design, Cheng-Jen applies these technologies to support the continued growth and functionality of depositar. He is also a senior Python developer, leveraging his programming expertise to create robust solutions tailored to the needs of research communities. - Tyng-Ruey Chuang
Principal Investigator at the Institute of Information Science, Academia Sinica
Dr. Chuang is an Associate Research Fellow at the Institute of Information Science, Academia Sinica, where he leads the depositar project. He also holds joint appointments at the Research Center for Humanities and Social Sciences and the Research Center for Information Technology Innovation. As the Principal Investigator of the depositar lab, Dr. Chuang’s work bridges technology and research, focusing on creating sustainable, accessible systems that support open data sharing and interdisciplinary collaboration. His leadership has been instrumental in advancing depositar as a trusted platform for research communities across Taiwan.
Details
- Date: Wednesday, November 20, 2024
- Time: 13:00 UTC
- How long: 60 mins
- Language: English
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Meetings agenda
- Welcome and introductions – 10 min
- Presentation from Cheng-Jen – 30 min
- Discussion / Q&A – 15 min
- Community announcements and sharing (if any) – 2 min
- Closing – 3 min
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