https:\/\/fdm-nds.de\/index.php\/en\/elabftw_fdm-nds_eng\/<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe higher education landscape in Lower Saxony is highly diverse: While some institutions have successfully used eLabFTW for years and have already established it in practice, others are just beginning their implementation journey or are still considering how and whether to integrate the electronic lab notebook (ELN) into their workflows. Yet other locations have not yet engaged with eLabFTW at all. To address these varying starting points and collaboratively shape the project\u2019s development, a consultative FDM Board has been established.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The FDM Board comprises nine committed representatives from various universities and research institutions across Lower Saxony. Careful consideration was given during selection to include both experienced eLabFTW users and institutions with limited or no prior experience. This ensures that all perspectives are represented in the project\u2019s development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On April 30, 2026, the FDM Board held its kick-off event\u2014a significant milestone in the project\u2019s timeline. Following brief introductions of the project team and an overview of the goals and activities of eLabFTW@FDM-NDS, board members presented themselves. This was followed by an initial insight into current developments, succeeded by an in-depth discussion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Four central guiding questions formed the core of the discussion, covering topics such as access via the Academic Cloud, rights and role management, team administration, storage capacity and data management, usage terms, and expectations regarding workshops and training materials. The conversation was marked by constructive ideas, practical insights, and valuable suggestions\u2014clear indicators of the high motivation and expertise among participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We sincerely thank the FDM Board for their active involvement, their valuable contributions, and their close collaboration. The discussions have not only opened new perspectives but also provided crucial impulses for the project\u2019s further development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A follow-up meeting is already scheduled for October 2026\u2014with a special focus on the long-term stability and operational sustainability of eLabFTW within the Academic Cloud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We look forward to jointly advancing this initiative and successfully establishing a central, user-centered ELN offering for the research community in Lower Saxony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On behalf of eLabFTW@FDM-NDS <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lea, Benjamin, Jessica, Florian, Jan, Robert, and Ralph <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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