LEARN Toolkit of Best Practice for Research Data Management.

Abstract

Research data is the new currency of the digital age. From sonnets to statistics, and genes to geodata, the amount of material being created and stored is growing exponentially. However, the LERU Roadmap for Research Data identifies a serious gap in the level of preparation amongst research performing organisations. This gulf is prominent in areas such as policy development, awareness of current issues, skills development, training, costs, community building, governance, disciplinary/legal/terminological and geographical differences.

This LEARN Executive Briefing will help decision and policy makers identify sound solutions. In addition, stakeholders can follow the LEARN Toolkit of Best Practice Case Studies, all of which will help organisations to grapple with the data deluge. LEARN also provides a self-assessment survey.