Research Data Management (RDM) at UNB: Results of UNB Libraries’ 2019 Survey

Research Data Management (RDM) refers to the processes that guide the collection, documentation, storage, sharing, and preservation of original research data. RDM is becoming increasingly important to academic researchers who are or may soon be required to submit research data and data management plans with their publication submissions or funding applications (see the Tri-Agency Statement of Principles on Digital Data Management- https://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/063.nsf/eng/h_83F7624E.html). In our efforts to guide and support RDM best practices, UNB Libraries conducted a survey to determine current practices, perceptions, and future needs for managing original research data. The survey questions were focused on collecting information on the extent and types of data generated by UNB researchers, current practices for managing research data, and perceptions of the evolving RDM landscape. The results of this survey help to support our research community by designing RDM services and infrastructure suitable for current and future research needs.