Events

23–28 August 2026

Meta‑Science Summer School 2026: Designing and Conducting Studies to Improve Research

Topic: Meta‑research (the science of science)
Format: In‑person summer school
Audience: Early‑career researchers across disciplines
Language: English
When: 23–28 August 2026
What: Week‑long, hands‑on summer school focused on designing and starting a meta‑research study in small teams
Where: near Frankfurt, Germany
Organisers: Berlin Institute of Health (BIH), German Reproducibility Network (GRN), META‑REP Priority Program, iRise, University of Coimbra – EXCELScIOR ERA Chair project

Concerned about the reproducibility and transparency of research? Interested in meta‑research, also known as research on research? This summer school offers early‑career researchers the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience by working collaboratively in small teams to design and begin data collection for a meta‑research study.

Rather than focusing on pre‑defined topics, participants will develop study proposals aligned with their own research interests and relevant to the wider research community. An international group of experienced meta‑researchers will work closely with each team throughout the summer school. After the event, some groups may choose to continue working with their instructors to complete and publish their studies.

Please note: This summer school does not focus on meta‑analysis or systematic reviews but on broader questions related to how research is designed, conducted, evaluated, and disseminated.

More information and application details here

Deadline for applications 22 May 2026