About this guide
This guide provides practical guidance to help researchers manage their data in a way that supports security, accessibility, and reuse. It is structured around the stages of the research data lifecycle
Read through the outlines below to learn what is covered in each section of this guide. You can navigate to each of these sections via the menu on the left.
Introduction to RDM: Defines research data management, outlines the range of research data formats, introduces the research data lifecycle and explains why managing your data is important.
Plan and design: Outlines what a RDM plan involves and includes information about the Research Data Planner tool.
Describe and document: Provides information on the value of describing and documenting your data, including tips for file naming and version control.
Store and manage: Contains subpages relating to research data security categories and examples, storing digital and non-digital data and key information about retaining and disposing of data.
Share and publish: Focuses on the importance of sharing data, key considerations, copyright, publishing and choosing a repository.
Discovery and reuse: Offers guidance on finding and accessing datasets, citing them properly and applying the FAIR principles.
Help and resources: Covers key contacts, upcoming training and RDM terminology.