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New Publication: A Combined Infrared Spectroscopy Database and Analysis Tool
A new paper co-authored by several NFDI4Cat members introduces CaRIn (Catalysis Research with Infrared Spectroscopy) – a browser-based tool for the analysis and comparison of experimental and DFT-based infrared (IR) spectra. ? Paper: A Combined Infrared Spectroscopy Database and Analysis Tool? Authors: Paul Jakob Jägerfeld, Hendrik Gossler, Sofia Angeli, Yuemin Wang, Jelena Jelic, Sarah Bernart, […]
Read MoreNew Publication: White Paper on Cross-Border Collaboration in Catalysis Research
Our new white paper, “Enhancing Research Data Management in Chemistry: A Collaborative Approach for Catalysing Innovation in Germany and the Netherlands,” is now available! The publication is the result of an intensive professional exchange between partners from Germany and the Netherlands and is based on the FAIR4ChemNL workshop, held on 4–5 June 2024 at Utrecht […]
Read MoreNew Release: Vocabulary Guidelines for NFDI4Cat 2.0
The Vocabulary Guidelines for NFDI4Cat are now available in the revised Version 2.0.They offer comprehensive guidance for the development, maintenance, and expansion of controlled vocabularies in the field of catalysis research – a key step toward machine-readable, FAIR data and the creation of domain-specific ontologies. The guidelines are aimed at anyone who wishes to contribute […]
Read MoreRecap of the “58. Jahrestagung Deutscher Katalytiker” in Weimar
The 58th Annual Meeting of German Catalysis Scientists in Weimar was a great success – and we were right in the middle of it! Our workshop “Catalysis Meets Digital Innovation – Exploring Data Spaces with NFDI4Cat” exceeded all expectations: we initially anticipated around 50 participants – in the end, more than 100 attendees joined us! […]
Read MoreFacilitating Persistent Identifiers (PIDs) for Catalysis Research
Persistent Identifiers (PIDs) are a cornerstone of FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) data principles, and we are thrilled to introduce a major step forward in enabling their adoption within catalysis research. ? Explore the PID Gateway API: api.nfdi4cat.org Why PIDs Matter: PIDs ensure global, unique identification of critical research resources. They are already widely accepted […]
Read MoreLaunch of the NFDI4Cat Central Repository!
We are excited to announce that the NFDI4Cat Central Repository is now live and ready to serve as the cornerstone for data sharing and collaboration within our community. ? Access the repository here: repository.nfdi4cat.org ? Explore the demo repository here: demo-repository.nfdi4cat.org The central repository will streamline data management, enhance collaboration, and foster innovation by providing […]
Read MoreAdvancing Digital Catalysis Through Automation
We are proud to announce the recent publication of a pivotal research paper in Catalysis Science & Technology, with key contributions from Annette Trunschke, who will soon be part of NFDI4Cat. This paper focuses on: The implementation of FAIR data principles in catalysis research. Using open-source automation tools like EPICS to streamline data acquisition and […]
Read MoreProf. Norbert Kockmann on the Role of Ontologies in Research Data Management
Prof. Norbert Kockmann from TU Dortmund leads the development of tools for structuring research data within our consortium. In his interview, he highlights the significance of ontologies and metadata standards in making data more findable, accessible, and reusable. Implementing these standards fosters collaboration between research groups and enhances the quality of scientific data. Prof. Kockmann […]
Read More“FAIR Data Principles in Physial Sciences in NFDI” on April 26th
On April 26th, the FAIR Data Principles in Physical Sciences in NFDI workshop went into its second round. Making research data FAIR (findable, accessible, interoperable and reusable) is a common challenge in all disciplines of science. The workshop aimed to explore possible common solutions at the hand of practical use cases from the participating consortia. […]
Read MoreOntologies4Cat: investigating the landscape of ontologies for catalysis research data management
In the age of scientific digitization, ensuring data is Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable (FAIR) is crucial for machine-processable data. Ontologies play a vital role in achieving data FAIRness by representing knowledge in a machine-understandable format. Catalysis research data is often complex and diverse, requiring a broad collection of ontologies. While existing ontology portals aid […]
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