Open Science is here and the rules of research impact are changing. Discover how open access, rights retention, research data sharing, FAIR and CARE principles, and persistent identifiers can increase the visibility, reach and influence of your research while helping you meet emerging funder requirements. This session will help you turn policy into opportunity and ensure your research is positioned for maximum impact. We'll explore ARC and NHMRC/MRFF requirements and major updates to Bond University's Open Access Policy. Learn how these changes can amplify the visibility, reach and real-world influence of your research while keeping you ahead of evolving funder requirements.
Attendees will:
- Learn the key requirements of the 2026 ARC and 2025 NHMRC/MRFF open access and open science policies.
- Identify major changes in Bond University's revised Open Access Policy.
- Discover practical strategies for rights retention, repository deposit and research compliance.
- Leverage open research practices to enhance the visibility, accessibility and impact of your work.
Date: Thursday 22 October 2026
Time: 2pm-3pm
Venue: Building 4, Level 3, Room 3_41