The UB and the Fediverse - embracing open science communication and digital autonomy
The University of Groningen Library (UB) uses Mastodon as its primary communication channel with the academic community. We recently launched our video channel on PeerTube. With this step, we're joining the broader Fediverse ecosystem of decentralized, non-commercial social networks.
The University Library is committed to open science and digital autonomy. We want to promote open principles in our communication strategy as well.
We believe that supporting academic staff at the University of Groningen and beyond in their open research and teaching practices requires a credible communication approach that ensures digital autonomy and self-determination. This prompted our decision to switch to alternative social networks that better align with academic values and the pursuit of knowledge.
Read more about our motivation and experience
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Take back control of research communication, embrace Mastodon
(Blog article, 13 September 2023) -
The UB quits Twitter/X - follow us on Mastodon
(Announcement, 19 October 2023) -
Hoe de Universiteitsbibliotheek Groningen Twitter achter zich liet (How the University of Groningen Library abandoned Twitter)
(Interview PublicSpaces, 13 December 2023) -
One year after X: Embracing open science on Mastodon
(Blog article, 23 October 2024) -
The UB quits YouTube - follow us on PeerTube
(Announcement 28 November 2025)