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  • Phytolith analysis in archaeobotany, palaeoecology, and plant science.
  • Interdisciplinary research involving geology, biology, and archaeology.

Background:

  • Phytolith research is crucial for understanding plant use and past environments.
  • Methodological diversity and data challenges hinder collaboration and meta-analyses in phytolith studies.
  • Lack of data sharing and transparency limits the accessibility and reusability of phytolith research data.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the current state of phytolith data regarding the FAIR Data principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable).
  • To identify challenges and propose solutions for improving data sharing and sustainability in phytolith research.
  • To develop FAIR guidance for more sustainable publishing of phytolith data and research.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted a FAIR data assessment of 100 selected phytolith research articles published between 2016 and 2020.
  • Analyzed sampled articles based on the four FAIR Data principles.
  • Documented methodologies and data accessibility within the selected publications.

Main Results:

  • Identified significant challenges in finding, accessing, and reusing phytolith research data.
  • Highlighted issues with data transparency and interoperability across studies.
  • Revealed a need for standardized practices to enhance data sustainability.

Conclusions:

  • Implementing FAIR Data principles is essential for advancing phytolith research.
  • Improved data sharing and transparency will foster collaboration and enable robust meta-analyses.
  • The findings will inform the development of practical guidance for sustainable phytolith data publication.