Why manage research data?
Data management is one of the essential areas of responsible conduct of research.
The importance of research data management
In the following video Professor Jeff Haywood, Vice Principal, Chief Information Officer and University Librarian, talks about the importance and role of RDM policies for institutions.
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How data management can help you
Before starting a new research project, the Principal Investigators (PIs) and the research teams must address issues related to data management.
By managing your data you will:
- Meet funding body grant requirements.
- Ensure research integrity and replication.
- Ensure research data and records are accurate, complete, authentic and reliable.
- Increase your research efficiency.
- Save time and resources in the long run.
- Enhance data security and minimise the risk of data loss.
- Prevent duplication of effort by enabling others to use your data.
- Comply with practices conducted in industry and commerce.
This article was published on May 7, 2012