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The Open Knowledge Foundation: Open Data Means Better Science

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Open data leads to better science, but overcoming the barriers to widespread publication and availability of open scientific data requires a community effort. The Open Knowledge Foundation Open Data in Science Working Group describes their role in this movement.

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  • Jennifer C Molloy, 2011. "The Open Knowledge Foundation: Open Data Means Better Science," PLOS Biology, Public Library of Science, vol. 9(12), pages 1-4, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:plo:pbio00:1001195
    DOI: 10.1371/journal.pbio.1001195
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