New guide: Management of Data and Information in Research

In June 2019, the Australian Research Council (ARC), National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and Universities Australia (UA) issued a series of supplementary guides to support institutions and researchers in implementing and complying with the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research.

The Management of Data and Information in Research Guide in particular is designed to assist institutions and researchers in adhering to relevant principles of this code, including

–  Principle 2, ‘Rigour in the development, undertaking and reporting of research’, which requires that research be characterised by attention to detail and robust methodology and that researchers avoid or acknowledge biases.

– Principle 3, ‘Transparency in declaring interests and reporting research methodology, data and findings’, which requires researchers to share and communicate research methodology, data and findings openly, responsibly and accurately.

– Principle 7, ‘Accountability for the development, undertaking and reporting of research’ so as to comply with relevant legislation, policies and guidelines and ensure good stewardship of public resources used to conduct research.

via Management of Data and Information in Research guide, p. 1.

The Data Management and Information guide can be downloaded from the NHMRC’s website now.

Further guides are set to be released over coming months, on the subjects of:

– peer review

– disclosure and management of interests

– research supervision

– collaborative research

– publication and dissemination of research,

– the role of research integrity advisors.

Download today.