02 Nov 2026

Online session: Introducing the Geolinking Service SoRa

Introducing SoRa!
The service, developed by GESIS - Leibniz Institute for the Social Sciences, the Leibniz Institute of Ecological Urban and Regional Development (IOER), and the German Socio-economic Panel (SOEP/DIW), enables the secure linkage of social science survey data with spatial data. It supports new research opportunities at the intersection of social and spatial sciences while ensuring strict confidentiality standards.

This is a follow-up session for the test launch in mid-May, which, unfortunately, not everyone who was interested was able to attend.

In this session, we will present the service, demonstrate its core functionalities, and show specific linking examples in research and for research data centers.

Date & Time: November 2, 2026, from 10 am to 11:30 am

Join via Zoom: https://ioer-de.zoom.us/j/66080141514?pwd=3rPGJr54ge4iZbZynLkBfJFIW1k9Xx.1

Meeting-ID: 660 8014 1514

Kenncode: 746607

03 Nov 2026 - 06 Nov 2026

34th ACM SIGSPATIAL

The ACM SIGSPATIAL International Conference on Advances in Geographic Information Systems 2026 (ACM SIGSPATIAL 2026) aims of bringing together researchers, developers, users, and practitioners in relation to novel systems based on geospatial data and knowledge, and fostering interdisciplinary discussions and research in all aspects of geographic information systems. 

More information: Here

03 Nov 2026 - 06 Nov 2026

European Space Weather Week 2026

The ESWW is the main annual event in the European Space Weather and Space Climate calendar. The conference is highly interdisciplinary and promotes the exploration of new technologies and approaches such as artificial intelligence and machine learning in a space weather context.

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13 Nov 2026 - 13 Nov 2026

hack4GDI_DE – Public Geodata Hackathon 2026

On 13–14 November 2026, Mainz University of Applied Sciences will host hack4GDI_DE – the Public Geodata Hackathon. Students from geoscience-related disciplines are invited to work in teams on challenges in the fields of tourism, transport, and sustainability. Using open and interoperable geodata from the Spatial Data Infrastructure Germany (GDI-DE) and other public data sources, participants will develop innovative solution approaches and proofs of concept. At the end of the two-day event, the teams will present their results to an expert jury. Participation is free of charge, and free accommodation at Mainz University of Applied Sciences is available.

Date: 13–14 November 2026
Location: Mainz University of Applied Sciences, Campus
Registration deadline: 2 October 2026
Registration and further information: www.gdi-de.org/hack4GDI_DE

16 Nov 2026 - 20 Nov 2026

VH-RODA Workshop

The 7th Very High-resolution Radar & Optical Data Assessment (VH-RODA) Workshop will provide an open forum for the new space, commercial, and institutional space sectors to discuss the latest developments in Earth Observation data quality, calibration, and validation, organized by the European Space Agency (ESA).

More information: Here 

19 Nov 2026 - 20 Nov 2026

Research Data Conference (RDC) 2026

The conference with the title “Research Data in practice - what is the state-of-the-art?” aims to bridge the gap between local operational challenges and global strategic initiatives. 

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01 Dec 2026 - 03 Dec 2026

3rd NFDI Workshop on Metadata Standards for Research Data Management

When? 1.-3. December 2026 (from-lunch-to-lunch)

Where? Köln

Who? Metadata representatives of consortia + other stakeholders

Organiser: NFDI4Chem and Taskforce Metadata of NFDI Section (Meta)data, Terminologies, Provenance

Goal of the 3rd workshop: to finalise the NFDI standard „[Arbeitstitel: Recommendation on generic metadata in the NFDI]“.

On the way to Cologne, the Task Force Metadata will

• publish a first draft of the standard,
• open a structured public commenting phase for the consortia,
• revise the draft based on your feedback,
• and bring it to the workshop for an externally moderated discussion, consensus-building and decision of the section.

Programme outline (details to follow):

• Day 1, 1 December: Moderated discussion and consensus-building on the draft standard on generic metadata.
• Day 2, 2 December: Domain-specific metadata profiles; WG Search & Harvesting: recommendations on repository APIs and harvesting standards. In the evening: joint workshop dinner (self-paid)
• Day 3, 3 December: [Wrap-up, next steps]

Who should attend? Metadata representatives of the NFDI consortia, members of the section working groups, and everyone involved in metadata, repositories and search & harvesting services in the NFDI.

Practical information

Venue: GESIS, Unter Sachsenhausen 6–8, 50667 Köln [Room West]

Number of participants is limited to approx. 60, please register early and coordinate within your consortium who will attend.

More information: Here

02 Dec 2026 - 03 Dec 2026

International Conference on Research Infrastructures 2026

The International Conference on Research Infrastructures (ICRI) is the flagship global forum for strategic dialogue and international cooperation on research infrastructures (RIs). It brings together scientists, policymakers, RI directors and operators, funding organizations and industry to share best practices, align priorities, and help shape the future of the world’s most advanced facilities, services, and data ecosystems.

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07 Dec 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

AGU 2026

The American Geoscience Union (AGU) Annual Meeting 2026, the largest annual geoscience conference in North America, focuses on advancing understanding of the planet and addressing global challenges like climate change. The Conference offers a Cutting-Edge Science, Global Collaboration, Interactive Sessions, and Career Advancement.

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15 Dec 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

10th Anniversary of EMSO ERIC

The year 2026 marks the 10th Anniversary of EMSO becoming a European Research Infrastructure Consortium (ERIC). 

Established by the European Commission in September 2016 following years of rigorous preparatory work, EMSO ERIC has spent the last decade anchoring Europe’s marine research capabilities. By providing uninterrupted, high-quality data from the ocean surface to the abyss, EMSO serves as an essential foundation for global environmental science and climate change research.

More information: Here

19 May 2027 - 20 May 2027

NFDI4Earth Plenary 2027

Save the date for the NFDI4Earth Plenary 2027 in Dresden! We look forward to bringing the NFDI4Earth community together again for exchange, discussion and collaboration.