Whether you are just getting started with Open Science or are already an open hero.
Whether you are a researcher or provide research services.
If you are ready for a week of new ideas, productivity and rebooting: this retreat is for you!
The Open Science Retreat is a week full of scientific discussions and reflections, getting work done, making new friends and resetting.
The Retreat follows an unconference model. Except for the plenary sessions, all activities are optional. All outputs of the various topic teams that arise are made publicly available.
To get an idea of what kinds of things come from the OS Retreat, check out the ouputs of the 2024 edition in this Research Equals Collection and the outputs of the 2023 edition in this newsletter. More info can be found on the Open Science Retreat website.
While the majority of the retreat is in the unconference format, this year we want to source a few workshops from the community no longer than 2-3 hours to complement the program. We invite you to submit an abstract with your workshop idea on any topics related to open science, well-being, or career development!
Dec 10, 2024 | Participation Applications & Workshop Abstract Submissions Open |
Feb 5, 2025 | Participation Applications & Workshop Abstract Submissions Close |
Feb 14, 2025 | Notifications of Participation, Travel Fellowships, Workshop Leaders |
Inclusive in the participation fees are-
Also included
SHARED ROOM OPTIONS | FEES |
Shared Room with shared bathroom | 475 CHF |
Shared room with en-suite bathroom | 550 CHF |
SINGLE ROOM OPTIONS | FEES |
Single room (double bed) w/ shared bathroom | 575 CHF |
Single room (twin bed) w/ en-suite bathroom | 650 CHF |
Single room (double bed) w/ en-suite bathroom | 700 CHF |
Ages | Fees |
12-15 years | 320 CHF |
6-11 years | 250 CHF |
0-5 years | Free |
Through various generous sponsors and other funds, we are able to offer several stipends to lower participation fees down to 295 CHF and in some cases completely cover participation fees altogether. Please indicate on your application if you would like to be considered for a fellowship.
The Open Science Retreat has always been open to partners, spouses, and children* so bring them along! Our planned social activites are open to all participants and their families. The venue also has many child-friendly feature with a dedicated playroom for crafting and fun, playgrounds on the premises, and more.
*Please note that we currently do not provide childcare at the event so please make your own arrangements in this regard. We do connect families bringing children before the event to get to know each other and (unconference) organize activities together.
Seminar für biblische Theologie
Gästehaus
Spirenwaldstrasse 356
CH-3803 Beatenberg
The venue is easy to reach by public transit and also has free parking. It is also wheelchair-accessible. (More Info)