Topic: Making data accessible to our communities

The Data Discussion Group provides a space for all members of the community who are actively involved in, or have an interest in data-related activities to:

• Learn about and discuss data-related policies, best practices, tools, resources, and innovations;
• Share their knowledge, skills, experiences, and challenges related to working with data;
• Discuss topics pertaining to all aspects of the data lifecycle including data creation,...

Our initial meeting will be based on the theme of finding data (and making it findable).... Read more about Harvard Library Data Discussion Group

... Read more about Research Data Management - in the data lifecycle

Research Data Management is essential for responsible research and planning should begin early. By creating a data management plan for your data at the beginning of the project, you save time and effort later on. Also, your well-organized and documented data will meet funding agency requirements, be preserved, discoverable and reproducible. Many funders now require data management planning. Learn what RDM is, how it applies to your research and who to contact for assistance. Feel free to bring your lunch!