A research data management (RDM) community for ELIXIR
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.A new ELIXIR RDM Community will coordinate research data management (RDM) best practices and resources. This initiative aims to harmonize RDM, support professionals, and advance FAIR data principles for scientific excellence.
Area Of Science
- Life Sciences
- Bioinformatics
- Data Science
Background
- Research data management (RDM) is crucial for FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) and Open Science principles.
- ELIXIR has invested in RDM, creating valuable tools and resources, but these are currently fragmented.
- Dissemination and application of existing RDM resources are challenging due to their scattered nature.
Purpose Of The Study
- To establish a coordinated ELIXIR RDM Community to harmonize RDM practices.
- To develop ELIXIR's RDM vision and coordinate activities, leveraging existing assets.
- To provide a dedicated forum for RDM professionals to exchange knowledge and share resources.
Main Methods
- Establishing a network of RDM professionals.
- Implementing RDM knowledge management strategies.
- Developing RDM training expertise and resources.
- Engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
Main Results
- The ELIXIR RDM Community will consolidate scattered RDM resources.
- It will foster knowledge exchange and capacity building among RDM professionals.
- The community will ensure RDM resources remain up-to-date and fit for purpose.
Conclusions
- Coordinating RDM efforts through the ELIXIR RDM Community is essential for sustainable and harmonized practices.
- The community will strengthen RDM professional skills to meet evolving scientific needs.
- Strategic engagement with stakeholders will influence and align RDM developments globally.
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