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Development of a Digital Platform for Mathematical Research Center with Library and Fundraising Capabilities
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  2. Development of a Digital Platform for Mathematical Research Center with Library and Fundraising Capabilities

Development of a Digital Platform for Mathematical Research Center with Library and Fundraising Capabilities

brights.io
Education
Non-profit
Research

Identifying the Challenges in Establishing a Digital Presence for a Scientific Research Center

A nascent scientific research center aims to build an accessible web platform to share news, events, and research publications, while also streamlining operations related to program management, event scheduling, library administration, and online fundraising. The lack of integrated digital systems hampers effective communication, accessibility to resources, and funding generation efforts.

About the Client

A scientific or research institution dedicated to fostering academic activities, hosting an online library, and supporting fundraising efforts for scientific advancement.

Goals for Developing an Integrated Digital Platform for Scientific & Research Institutions

  • Create a user-friendly website for publishing news, events, and initiatives.
  • Implement an online registration system for events and programs.
  • Develop a secure, efficient online donation platform to facilitate funding contributions.
  • Integrate an open-access digital library to provide seamless access to research publications.
  • Enable administrative staff to manage library collections via automated metadata retrieval.
  • Support the institution's goal to connect local researchers with the global scientific community.

Core Functional Specifications for the Research Center Web Platform

  • News and Events Publishing Module with detailed descriptions and online registration capabilities.
  • Online Donation System with simplified contribution workflows.
  • Integrated Digital Library utilizing open-source library system integration for resource management.
  • Automated metadata retrieval for library entries using external open databases (e.g., via ISBN).
  • User authentication and role-based access to content and administrative features.
  • Responsive design optimized for various devices and accessibility standards.

Technological Foundations for the Research Center Platform

Web content management system (CMS) with flexible architecture
Integration with open-source library management systems (e.g., akin to Koha)
Protocols for external data retrieval (e.g., Z39.50 or APIs for ISBN data)
Secure payment gateway integrations for online donations
Responsive front-end frameworks for accessibility and user experience

Essential External System Integrations

  • External open databases for automatic metadata population (e.g., ISBN database)
  • Payment processing systems for secure donations
  • Library system API for catalog management and circulation
  • User authentication providers or single sign-on systems

Performance and Security Standards for the Platform

  • Scalability to support increasing content and user traffic
  • High uptime and reliable performance for global accessibility
  • Compliance with data protection and security standards for financial transactions
  • Accessibility compliance (e.g., WCAG) to ensure inclusivity

Projected Business Benefits and Outcomes of the Digital Platform

The development of this comprehensive digital platform is expected to significantly enhance the research center’s visibility, foster stronger engagement within the global mathematical community, streamline library operations reducing staff workload, and increase funding through simplified online donation processes. These improvements aim to position the institution as a prominent, accessible, and sustainable scientific hub.

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