Published February 23, 2026
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Towards a Better Understanding of Personas in the NFDI Interdisciplinary Context
Authors/Creators
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University of Cologne
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Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft
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Weizenbaum Institute
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Technische Universität Berlin
Description
Within the research infrastructure consortia, understanding user needs within diverse research communities through the establishment of personas is crucial for designing effective research infrastructure. However, the challenge of defining personas extends beyond individual domains—it requires a nuanced approach that accounts for the complexities of interdisciplinary collaboration. Furthermore, in interdisciplinary teams, researchers often navigate multiple roles, shifting responsibilities depending on the context in which they operate. Traditional persona models often fail to accommodate these fluid transitions, leading to gaps in infrastructure support and training programs.