Showcasing software tools and Infrastructures for the collection and integration of new data sources |
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| Coordinator 1 | Dr Angelica Maria Maineri (ODISSEI | Erasmus University Rotterdam) |
| Coordinator 2 | Dr Kasia Karpinska (ODISSEI | Erasmus University Rotterdam) |
| Coordinator 3 | Dr Laura Boeschoten (Utrecht University) |
| Coordinator 4 | Dr Bella Struminskaya (Utrecht University) |
The rapid emergence of new data sources, such as the collection of digital traces through data donation, mobile apps, sensors, or wearables has opened unprecedented opportunities for researchers to collect rich and timely data. However, collecting such data while controlling for quality in terms of measurement and representation poses significant challenges, calling for advanced software tools and research infrastructures.
This session focuses on presenting and demonstrating the latest software tools and infrastructures that are transforming the way data is collected and utilized. The session consists of hands-on demonstrations and presentations of platforms and technologies that are at the forefront of innovation in this field.
Key topics to be covered include:
-Innovative Data Collection Tools: Presentations of cutting-edge solutions designed for gathering data from new and diverse sources, e.g., apps, web scraping tools, digital trace data donation and browser plugins.These tools are showcased not only for their ability to capture rich, real-time data, but also to discuss their usability and user-friendliness for both researchers and participants, as well as to reflect on data quality.
-Data Linkage, Integration, and Sharing Platforms: Demonstrations of advanced tools and infrastructures that facilitate both the effective linkage of newly collected data with existing datasets and the secure, efficient sharing of data among researchers and institutions. These platforms will showcase their capacity to integrate diverse data streams into comprehensive datasets while ensuring data privacy, security, and ethical compliance, thus supporting collaborative research efforts.
The target audience of this session are researchers, research engineers and software developers who are keen to explore and adopt innovative software solutions in their data collection, data linkage or data sharing workflows. Attendees will leave with a comprehensive understanding of the latest tools available, empowering them to enhance their research capabilities in the evolving data landscape