Digital Data Management, Curation, and Archiving

Data Sharing and DMP Requirements

While there is some variation among sponsor DMP requirements, below is a list of general topics to address. Within this guide you will find more specific information and resources for meeting different data management plan (DMP) requirements.

 

Elements of a Data Management Plan

While many sponsors provide specific guidance on the types of information to include in a Data Management Plan (DMP), not all do. If the funder to whom you are submitting a proposal does not have published guidelines, or if you are simply interested in developing a high level overview of data management practices for currently unfunded research, the sections described here provide a general outline for capturing necessary information.

Roles and Responsibilities

Expected Data

Period of Data Retention

Data Format and Dissemination

Data Storage and Preservation of Access

Additional Possible Data Management Requirements

DMP Tool Online

A good resource for developing any data management plan is the DMP Tool Online.

By selecting University of New Mexico from the drop down list on the sign in page, you will be able to access templates created by our Data Librarians, as well links to UNM specific recommendations and resources.

Sample Data Management Plans

ICPSR Guidelines for Effective DMPs

The ICPSR provides guidance and sample language for developing data management plans.