An overview of why data managament plans are important and often required, and how to develop one.

Is this something I really need?

• Yes
• Data management plans are becoming more frequently required when submitting a proposal for research funding.
• Funding agencies/institutions may not accept proposals that do not include at least an introductory DMP

By planning the management of your research data at proposal time it is possible to:

• Secure funding specifically for research data management
• Improve the impact and visibility of your research
• Improve and standardize data management practice and policy in your lab
• Facilitate collaboration, increase research efficiency, and make new discoveries

What does my DMP need to look like?

While not all agencies have identical requirements the following is a list of common elements that have been required:

Your Data Management Plan will need to cater to your research, domain, and available resources. However, any project which generates a significant amount of digital research data should include a Data Management Plan. We can assist with your draft to ensure it meets your agency guidelines as closely as possible.

• General DMP Template:
  • A general description of the data
  • A claim that expresses the value and impact of these data
  • A specific description of the content and format of data
  • Any provisions for protection of data
  • Any restrictions on access
  • A specific description of the preservation environment

• What resources are available to help me (examples, templates, the DMP Tool, review of your DMP plan, Specific assistance with specialized funding agency requirements, format of the DMP elements, short-term storage and long-term repository recommendations, etc.)?

• MSU Libraries
• Sponsored Programs Administration
• Office of Research and Innovation
• Research Cyberinfrastructure

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