Module 3. What is EOSC Synergy? This module is a part of the introductory online course “Bringing synergy to better data management and research in Europe”. The course helps learners get up to speed with innovative services and research data management approaches and do better research. The focus of this module is on the EOSC Synergy project and its thematic services that will be offered to researchers. By the end of this module learners will be able to: Identify the underlying reasons behind EOSC Synergy and its innovative thematic services in the wider context of the European Open Science Cloud. Understand what thematic services EOSC Synergy will offer to end users. Understand the added value of thematic services to end users. This module is suitable for researchers, students, trainers and data professionals seeking introductory learning material. It will take on average 30 minutes to complete the module. In addition to the full text of the module, the materials include an online video presentation (2 min), a PowerPoint presentation and various learning activities and resources to support learning. Developed within the EOSC Synergy project, all of the content can be freely shared and reused with the attribution to the EOSC Synergy project and/or other relevant sources. To make full use of the course (e.g. take quizzes), please register as a new user.