• Cooperation is structurally embedded
  TRABBI develops joint research modules rather than isolated individual projects and systematically combines qualitative and quantitative perspectives.

• Shared data and methodology
  Joint working platforms promote reproducibility, visibility and the long-term benefits of research, both internally and externally.

• Early responsibility and visibility
  Early-career researchers take on leading roles in sub-studies, data products and outreach activities, thereby sharpening their academic profile.

• Reliable support and a culture of feedback
  Paper and methods clinics, peer reviews, a buddy system and development discussions provide targeted support for publishing, methodological competence and career development.

• Open, inclusive and learning-oriented
  A team charter, transparent recognition, hybrid collaboration and an active culture of learning from mistakes create a cooperative and supportive environment.

• Open research culture ("open research by default")
  TRABBI works with jointly maintained, documented data and analysis packages (e.g. georeferenced datasets, replication materials) and makes interim results transparent within the team at an early stage (shared standards, peer reviews, versioned workflows). This creates a shared infrastructure that facilitates cooperation, ensures quality and makes the results compatible with other systems.

• Team-building as an established practice
  Joint trips are deliberately structured as team time (joint preparation of contributions, reflection and feedback sessions on site, short debriefs upon return, accompanying leisure activities on site). This fosters trust and strengthens inclusive interaction. New team members are actively involved, tasks are distributed fairly and successes are visibly celebrated together. Continuous team-building strengthens scientific collaboration.

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