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  • Open Science
  • Collaborative Research

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  • The open neuroscience community is rapidly expanding.
  • Traditional conference formats may not fully support collaborative, participant-driven initiatives.
  • There is a need for innovative event structures to foster open science practices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and describe the Brainhack event format.
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  • To showcase its adaptability and potential for growth.

Main Methods:

  • Overview of the Brainhack event structure, combining hackathon and unconference elements.
  • Description of participant-generated content and parallel educational sessions.
  • Presentation of past event examples and ongoing innovations.

Main Results:

  • Brainhack events successfully generate novel collaborations.
  • The format accommodates diverse attendee interests and promotes open science.
  • Innovations include regional events and post-conference publications.

Conclusions:

  • Brainhack offers a unique and effective conference format for the open neuroscience community.
  • It actively promotes collaborative research and the principles of open science.
  • The model is adaptable and evolving with new initiatives.