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Research data management

Learning outcomes

Why data management matters

Research data management refers to the active management of your data before, during and after the completion of your project.

Storage and backup

Never lose your data if your laptop crashes, is lost, or dunked in water

Security

Control over who can access your data

Using existing data

Know where to find data shared by other researchers or institutions

Compliance with SCU Policy

For example, to ensure your research is reproducible

Preservation

Permit ongoing access after completion of your project

Future

Data from your research could lead to new projects and collaborations

More information about data management

Activity

Managing research information