We are thrilled to announce that the Open Research Europe Collection “RELINK for Democracy” has successfully launched, marking a significant milestone in our open science efforts. Within its first year, three peer-reviewed papers have been published:
- Nasi F. Less is more: Exploring opportunities and challenges of digital crowdsourcing for political parties [version 1; peer review: 1 approved, 1 approved with reservations]. Open Res Europe 2025, 5:397
https://doi.org/10.12688/openreseurope.22121.1 - Bronet J and Borge R. The internal democracy of the crisis parties in Western Europe: A quantitative analysis of the role of digitalization, ideology and populism [version 2; peer review: 3 approved]. Open Res Europe 2025, 5:288
https://doi.org/10.12688/openreseurope.21115.2 - Wara YA. Influence of digitalization on political participation among young adults in contemporary Europe [version 1; peer review: 1 approved with reservations]. Open Res Europe 2025, 5:360
https://doi.org/10.12688/openreseurope.21521.1
These inaugural articles showcase the platform’s commitment to transparency, rigour, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Call for Submissions
Importantly, Open Research Europe welcomes submissions in diverse formats , from traditional research articles to data notes, and methodological reports , empowering researchers to share their work in the most appropriate and impactful way. We invite the scientific community to contribute and help shape this dynamic, open-access venue for European research. Submit your work and join the movement toward more inclusive, accessible science. There are no APCs to COST participants.
In addition, reviewers will be credited for their work due to the open review process. Your review will receive an own DOI and your contribution will be visible.
Key benefits for COST participants:
- No Article Processing Charges (APCs) for COST participants
- Open peer review process with credited reviewers
- Your review receives its own DOI, making your contribution visible
We invite the scientific community to contribute and help shape this dynamic, open-access venue for European research. Submit your work and join the movement toward more inclusive, accessible science.
