Join the Ask The Elephant Community

And get invitations to monthly sessions.

What it is

Ask The Elephant is a friendly, open monthly 45-minute online discussion space for researchers and research data management professionals, especially in the natural and life sciences.

Grab your coffee and breakfast and join an informal exchange that starts with a short input or prompt and then opens into a relaxed discussion on practical challenges, tools, and everyday research workflows.

Participants are warmly encouraged to bring their own questions. No prior expertise is required — this is not an expert-only setting.

The goal is to share experiences, ask real questions without hesitation, and connect in a welcoming and low-threshold environment.

How it works

• Monthly 45-minute online session
• Typically 8:00–8:45 CET
• Usually Thursday or Friday 
• Short input & open discussion
• Bring your own questions and topics

Format note

Each session includes a brief introduction or prompt followed by an open discussion. Topics and dates are announced in advance, with a reminder shortly before each session.