A Data Management Plan (DMP) is a formal document outlining how you will handle data during your research project and after the project is complete.
The National Science Foundation has a data management plan requirement in place. The NSF began the requirement in 2011 and has since made updates and clarifications to the requirements. Most recently it has updated the guidelines to comply with the Nelsom Memo (2022).
PAPPG 19 includes details under chapter IX.2.4
https://new.nsf.gov/funding/data-management-plan
Highlights of NSF Requirement:
New Requirements take effect on January 25, 2023.
This new requirement will mandate a Data Management & Sharing Plan (DMS Plan) for grants regardless of funding threshold.
Elements of the Data Management & Sharing Plan are:
The library is happy to provide assistance with data management plans. Please book a time with me or email me to discuss your data management plan.
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