Maria Eugenia Caligiuri1
1Magna Græcia University of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
Synopsis
Free/Libre/Open Source Software (FLOSS) is very important for moving towards reproducible research. In this talk, the main definition and concepts behind FLOSS initiatives are described, as well as some "historical" and fun facts regarding their birth. Moreover, the current trends in open science are reviewed, with particular attention to the issues related to our field of MR research in medicine.
Overview
During this talk, the concepts of open source, free software, and also reproducible research will be reviewed, from their conception to the impact they have on our everyday lives as researchers in the MRI community.Target audience
Scientists of all specialties working in the field of MRI that are curious about Open Source paradigms and are interested in reproducible research.Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this talk, participants should be able to:
- Explain the commonalities, as well as the differences, between Open Source and Free Software Definitions;
- Describe the pivotal moments in the history of these initiatives, as well as their current trends;
- Identify how the Open Source and Free Software paradigms can help enhancing the reproducibility of our research in the MRI field.Acknowledgements
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