A good data management plan (DMP) describes the workflow that data undergoes in a research project, large or small. A funding provider may require that a DMP si included with the application, but in general it is a very good idea to decide how you expect to collect, store and archive/publish data.
A good DMP is a live document, that is updated throughout the entire research process and can be used to:
- organise and structure data
- document the provenance of data
- avoid data loss
- make research results reproducible
- make it easier to reuse data for other projects
DMPonline
Your choice of storage solution may be subject to various factors. Consider, for example, the following:
- Does the institution or funding provider have any specific data storage requirements?
- Is there an obligation to report to the Danish National Archives? Read more about the procedures for reporting to the Danish National Archives
- Economy – have funds been allocated in the budget, or does a free solution need to be found?
- Type of data – some data repositories are aimed at specific disciplines while others are generic solutions
Aarhus University offers various data storage solutions:
Other repositories
In addition to the options offered by AU, you can also find several general and specific repositories for storing/archiving data.
We have compiled a number of tools and platforms which you can use for publishing, collaboration and sharing your data. There are also examples of licenses for your data. It is important to publish your data with a license, since this informs other people what they may and may not do with your data.
