research data
management
Welcome to Research Data Services (RDS). We support researchers of RUB in all aspects of research data management. Here, you will find consulting and other services, tools, information, and help concerning research data.
Quick start
Wondering about the importance of research data management but only have five minutes? We recommend this video:
If you want to learn about research data management in general and have some spare time, take a look at our Moodle course. There you will find the main RDM topics explained in a simple way.
Whether you're feeling completely lost in the topic or, conversely, have specific questions, we're here to assist you.
Guidelines
The rectorate of RUB adopted guidelines on research data management on January 23, 2018. Download: guidelines in PDF format (here english version from April 18, 2023)
What is RDM?
Research data management RDM encompasses a range of methods for organizing, documenting, and preserving all data used or generated in a research process. RDM is aimed at all disciplines and covers various types of research data. RDM ensures sustainable access, reuse, reproducibility, and quality of all data that forms the basis of successful research.