Data Storage

UAB provides several options for secure working data storage. UAB IT staff can provide advice on the options that are best suited for your project. To explore UAB options go to the IT Self Service Page and enter “storage” in the search box.

• UAB IT Self Service
• Interim Guidelines for the Use of Cloud Services on UAB Campus

Best Practices for Managing Research Data

Several UAB units provide guidance on best practices for responsible data management. Consult these links to be sure you are in compliance with the latest standards.

• Guidelines for Data Collection, Documentation, and Storage (from OVPRED)
• Applying the Data Collection and Classification Rules (from IT)
• Data Custodian Responsibilities (from IT)
• Data Protection and Security Policy

Campus Data Collection Resources

• i2b2: Informatics for Integrating Biology and the Bedside
• REDCap: Research Electronic Data Capture

Data Descriptions

As you begin to collect data, think about how that data is described so that when you eventually deposit the data, it can be understood and properly reused by others.  Here are some resources to help you in applying metadata.

• Project Open Data Metadata Guide
• Guide to writing "readme" style metadata

Training Opportunities

• Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design

University Research Data Policies

Some universities have developed campus-wide research data policies. Examples are linked here.

• University of Minnesota
• Northwestern University
• University of Massachusetts
• University of New Hampshire
• ASERL/SURA Model Language for Research Data Management Policies