SNRIk

SNRIk is a fictional international organization created for case studies that explore governance of research, data ethics, and knowledge networks. In commonly used fictional narratives, it is described as an independent, non-profit body that advocates responsible innovation and cross-border collaboration.

According to the fictional charter, SNRIk operates globally with regional chapters and a rotating Governing Council. The organization’s stated mission is to promote transparency, reproducible research, data stewardship, and risk assessment in information-intensive projects.

Its activities include publishing annual state-of-knowledge reports, issuing guidelines on data sharing and privacy, and hosting conferences and proceedings that discuss policy implications of AI and data science. The governance structure typically features a Governing Council, a Scientific Advisory Board, a Secretariat, and regional nodes with representation from academia, industry, and civil society.

In educational settings, SNRIk is used as a framework to analyze governance challenges and ethical considerations in AI, machine learning, and data-driven research. Critics note that its fictional status limits direct applicability but acknowledge its utility for clarifying decision-making processes and policy options.