Key Considerations for Researchers
Data Management Plan (DMP)
Develop a robust Data Management Plan from the beginning of your project. This is a crucial step for ensuring compliance with funder and institutional policies.
Data Anonymization
Always anonymize or pseudonymize personal data before sharing. This protects the privacy of individuals and ensures compliance with GDPR.
Long-Term Archiving
Plan for long-term archiving in a trusted repository. Ensure your data is stored in a way that remains accessible and reusable for future research.
Ethical Clearances
Obtain and document all necessary ethical approvals for your research, especially when dealing with sensitive data (human, animal, or genetic data).
GDPR for Research
Understand the legal framework for processing personal data in scientific research within the European Union.
DFG General Guidelines
Explore the German Research Foundation's general guidelines for data management, ensuring good scientific practice.
Animal Data Guidelines
Learn about the DFG's "3Rs principle" for animal experimentation, focusing on scientific validity and ethical responsibility.
Image Data Management
Explore DFG guidelines on handling image and other research data types for quality assurance and long-term archiving.
Metadata Management
Learn about best practices for creating and managing metadata to ensure data discoverability and quality.
FHIR
FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources) enables health data exchange using modern web technologies.
UCUM
UCUM (Unified Code for Units of Measure) ensures consistent use of measurement units in digital health systems.
LOINC
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying medical lab results and observations.
SNOMED CT
Find information about SNOMED CT, a globally recognized clinical terminology for electronic health records.