GUIDE TO RESEARCH DATA MANAGEMENT
This guide presents information on the effective management of data created through research — including creating a data management plan for grant or project proposals, preserving data after project completion and sharing data with other researchers.
Why Manage Research Data
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Protect your data from loss by maintaining good backups and documentation
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Secure your data through effective management of sensitive data
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Conduct research efficiently by analyzing your data practices
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Simplify the use and reuse of your data through proper documentation and application of standards
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Increase your research visibility by publishing your datasets and documentation
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Meet funding agency, legal and ethical requirements for dissemination and documentation of your research
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Preserve and provide access to your data in the long term, allowing future scholars to build on your work