Shaping Europe's Research Future: OPERAS Calls for a Sovereign and Equitable ERA Act

A Critical Juncture for Open Science, SSH, and Community-Led Infrastructure The European research landscape stands at a pivotal moment. The European Commission’s consultation for the European Research Area (ERA) Act, finalised on January 23rd, represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to legislate the future of research, innovation, and knowledge circulation across the continent. This wasn’t merely a bureaucratic exercise; it’s a chance to embed the values of openness, equity, and sustai...