Map of Research Infrastructure as a tool of the Information System for Research, Development, and Innovation

Abstract

Research infrastructures play a key role in technological development supporting science, technology and innovation. For the scientific community, but also for the creation of state science policy, it is necessary to have an overview of the research infrastructures that are available. Information is required on what infrastructures are available, who manages them and what services they provide. The evidence of research infrastructures is an integral part of the R&D information system. Its development at national level follows from EU activities in this area.The software module for research infrastructure should meet the requirements of CRIS system. It should contain well-defined workflow and user interface. The second requirement for created data model has been to achieve the maximal level of CERIF compatibility, including linking with main CRIS entities. The article presents brief situation overview in Slovakia and the experience with the implementation of the Map of research infrastructure, and with its integration to the information system SK CRIS.