# Open Data Open Data refers to the practice of making datasets freely available to the public, enabling unrestricted access and use. This concept advocates for transparency and accountability by allowing individuals, organizations, and governments to share information without barriers. Open Data is characterized by its accessibility in non-proprietary formats, facilitating the dissemination and analysis of information across various sectors. It plays a pivotal role in fostering innovation, research, and development by providing a foundation for data-driven inquiry. By enhancing transparency, open data ensures that stakeholders can scrutinize and evaluate data, supporting informed decision-making processes that are critical in contemporary governance and business landscapes. For more information about recent open data research, please consult the following resources: * [WorldCat](https://search.worldcat.org/search?&offset=1&q=Recent+studies+about+data+and+data+governance+and+Open+Data) * [Consensus](https://consensus.app/results/?synthesize=off&copilot=off&q=Recent+studies+about+data+and+data+governance+and+Open+Data) * [Google Scholar](https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C5&q=Recent+studies+about+data+and+data+governance+and+Open+Data) Our research team, partners, and the extended Network of the Datasphere have identified the following organizations working at the intersection of data or data governance and open data. We recognize this is a dynamic field and would appreciate your help to [[contact our research team|improve]] this resource.