Where can I get support at IU for writing a Data Management and Sharing Plan?

Many funding agencies, such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Science Foundation (NSF), require researchers to submit a detailed plan outlining how data will be managed, stored, and shared throughout a project and after its close. There are several resources at IU to help researchers structure their plans by addressing key aspects such as data types, formats, storage solutions, security considerations, and long-term preservation.

• RCData Librarians Contact information for IU Research Data Services Librarians catalog entrydirect link RC Data Librarians : Offer personalized consultations, guidance on funder requirements (NIH, NSF), and reviews of your DMP drafts.
• RCDMPTool Eases creation of machine-actionable data management & sharing plans catalog entrydirect link RC DMPTool : A free, web-based tool to create structured DMPs aligned with funding agency guidelines.
• RCDMPTools Public Plans Eases creation of machine-actionable data management & sharing plans catalog entrydirect link RC DMPTools Public Plans : Examples of data management plans
• RCSecureMyResearch Free resources & consulting to help researchers protect data catalog entrydirect link RC SecureMyResearch : Assists with specific security and compliance considerations related to your DMSP.
• RCProposal Development Services Resource portal with examples, templates, videos, sponsor packets, & more catalog entrydirect link RC Proposal Development Services : The Proposal Development Services Resource Portal provides guidance for writing data management and sharing plans for NIH and NSF grants. Please note you will need to use CAS login to access these documents.

These resources ensure your data management plans meet funder expectations and IU’s institutional policies.