CoARA National Chapter Slovenia
CoARA National Chapter Slovenia
National Chapter's Objectives
The Slovenian National Chapter (NC) aims to support Slovenia’s national research assessment reform by fostering dialogue among various academic stakeholders. The NC’s mission is to provide a collaborative platform for discussions and knowledge sharing that would help implement a comprehensive, quality-focused research assessment framework that respects research autonomy, diversity, and the impact of research outputs.
Key objectives of the NC include:
- Internalising CoARA principles and commitments in the Slovenian research environment
- Raising awareness of responsible assessment practices, and promoting international best practices
- Cultivate a culture of mutual learning, foster the involvement of the research community in reform efforts, and support the adoption of CoARA principles and commitments
The NC will also facilitate collaboration between CoARA members, enhance the coordination of national research policies, and promote diversity in research assessment. Activities will include regular meetings, national events, and workshops, along with continuous engagement with stakeholders across various research sectors. Through these efforts, the NC seeks to encourage more Slovenian institutions to join CoARA and contribute to the broader international research assessment reform.
Activities
Updated on 18 December 2025
Consultation on the responsible use of bibliometrics
On 18 November, stakeholders from Slovenia's research community convened to discuss the responsible use of bibliometrics as a complement to qualitative assessment of scientific research activity.
The event successfully blended international insight with national debate. The first session explored the relationship between qualitative and quantitative approaches, examining relevant theories, practical experiences, concrete recommendations, and potential next steps in Slovenia and abroad.
The second session focused squarely on the Slovenian context. Discussions tackled the practical challenges of implementation, centering on the ongoing transition to a system based predominantly on qualitative peer review and the specific role bibliometrics can play in the evaluation of scientific research work.
This consultation was organised by the scientific community and ARRIS, with sponsorship from the Ministry for Higher Education, Science and Innovation. The content for the two sessions was contributed by the Slovenian CoARA National Chapter.
Affiliated Organisations
- Slovenian Research and Innovation Agency (ARIS)
- Educational Research Institute
- Institute of Contemporary History
- Jožef Stefan Institute
- The Young Academy of Slovenia
- University of Ljubljana
- University of Maribor
- University of Novo Mesto
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Do you have any questions?
Please contact:
Dr. Klemen Miklavič
ARIS
Ms. Urša Novak
ARIS